Short Drama Casting Call for Male Lead

Male Actor for SAG Feature Film

Job Description

A SAG feature film is now casting a male actor for a speaking role in an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with strong acting abilities who can bring authenticity and depth to a featured character role.

This is an exciting opportunity for actors looking to gain experience in a professional feature film while working alongside an experienced production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role in a feature film
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally and convincingly
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Male, ages 22–25
• Strong acting and performance skills
• Previous on-camera experience preferred
• Resume and demo reel encouraged if available
• Must be available for filming in July
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Austin or San Antonio area

Compensation

• Paid speaking role
• SAG feature film opportunity

Thomas – Speaking Role

Job Description

A faith-based film production is casting a male actor to portray Thomas, a biblical character in an upcoming project. This speaking role requires a strong performer capable of delivering an authentic and compelling portrayal in a dramatic storytelling environment.

Casting directors are seeking experienced actors who can bring depth, emotion, and historical authenticity to the role while contributing to a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the biblical character Thomas in scripted scenes
• Deliver dialogue and perform as a principal speaking character
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout production

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40
• Olive complexion preferred
• Beard and longer hair preferred
• Strong acting abilities and on-camera presence
• Previous speaking role experience preferred
• Demo reel encouraged if available
• Must be a local hire
• Available for filming in July

Compensation

• $200 per day
• Speaking role in a professional film production

Caridad – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is casting a young actress to portray Caridad, a lovable supporting character in a moving family drama. Caridad is a 6-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American girl who is the youngest child in the family. Sweet, cheerful, and easygoing, she brings warmth and joy to those around her.

This is an excellent opportunity for a young performer to gain experience in a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Caridad in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production staff
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Bring natural charm and authenticity to the role
• Work cooperatively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Female, approximately 6 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• No acting experience required
• Parent or guardian consent required

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Frank – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is now casting a young actor to portray Frank, a supporting character in a family-focused drama. Frank is a 12-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American boy who is energetic, adventurous, and quick to make friends. Adaptable and outgoing, he embraces change and brings positivity to his family.

This role offers a great opportunity for young performers to showcase their personality and acting abilities in a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Frank in scripted scenes
• Follow creative direction from the filmmaking team
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming
• Bring energy and authenticity to the role
• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male, approximately 12 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Acting experience is beneficial but not required
• Available for all filming commitments

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Catalina – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is seeking a young actress to play Catalina, a supporting character in a heartfelt period drama. Catalina is a 14-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American girl who serves as the responsible and mature eldest sibling in a military family. Independent and confident, she is beginning to navigate adolescence while balancing family responsibilities.

This role is ideal for young performers interested in portraying a layered and relatable character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes as Catalina
• Take direction from the production team
• Convey maturity, confidence, and emotional authenticity on camera
• Attend all scheduled filming dates
• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members

Requirements

• Female, approximately 14 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Previous acting experience is welcome but not required
• Available for all scheduled filming days

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Alejandro – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is casting a young actor to portray Alejandro, a key supporting character in a dramatic family story set in 1969. Alejandro is a 10-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American boy from a military family who struggles to adapt to constant moves and finding his place among his siblings. Creative, thoughtful, and passionate about filmmaking, he finds comfort in escaping into movies and storytelling.

This role offers young performers the opportunity to work on a professional film production and portray a meaningful character with emotional depth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alejandro in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Deliver authentic and emotionally grounded performances
• Participate in scheduled filming days
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male, approximately 10 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Previous acting experience is helpful but not required
• Must be available for filming dates as scheduled

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Three-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Kids Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A paid commercial project is now casting confident young performers for an exciting production filming in the United States. Casting directors are seeking boys and girls ages 7–14 from all ethnic backgrounds who have vibrant personalities, strong imaginations, and confidence performing on camera.

The commercial features a fun family-oriented storyline involving animated animal characters, making it an excellent opportunity for children who enjoy acting, improvisation, storytelling, and creative performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial production featuring family-friendly content
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Perform naturally on camera in scripted and improvised scenes
• React to imaginary and animated characters during filming
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, personality, and strong facial expressions

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 7–14
• Open to all ethnicities
• Strong imagination and creativity
• Natural comedic instincts and expressive personality
• Confidence performing on camera
• Ability to react convincingly to imaginary characters and situations
• Previous acting experience is helpful but not required
• Self-tape submissions may be requested from selected applicants

Compensation

• Up to $1,000 rate for selected talent
• Up to $250 travel reimbursement available
• Paid commercial production opportunity

Lincoln City Tourism Campaign Talent

Job Description

A tourism campaign is seeking talent for a commercial project promoting Lincoln City, Oregon. The campaign will feature authentic Oregon Coast experiences across digital, print, and connected TV advertising. Casting directors are looking for an active family of four, a couple, and a group of three friends who can naturally portray visitors enjoying local attractions, outdoor adventures, dining experiences, and coastal activities. Talent must be willing to work as Oregon Coast locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in tourism and lifestyle scenes promoting Lincoln City
• Follow direction from the production team
• Engage in outdoor, dining, shopping, and recreational activities on camera
• Help create authentic travel and tourism content
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout filming

Requirements

Family of 4

• Parents ages 20–45
• Children ages 8–12
• Active family comfortable with outdoor activities
• Scenes include adventure activities, seafood dining, beach play, tidepooling, and campfire moments

Couple

• Ages 45–65
• Comfortable participating in resort, museum, paddleboarding, RV, and campsite scenes
• Natural chemistry and on-camera presence preferred

Group of 3 Friends

• Ages 28–40
• Comfortable participating in lifestyle and tourism activities
• Scenes include beach walks, coffee shops, vintage shopping, casual dining, and neighborhood exploration
• Must be willing to work as Oregon Coast locals
• Available for one full filming day (up to 10 hours)
• Able to self-report to Lincoln City, Oregon

Compensation

• Family of 4: $2,200 for the family
• Couple: $900 per person
• Group of 3 Friends: $900 per person

African American Babies for Recurring TV Show Role

Job Description

A television production is urgently seeking African American babies for a recurring role on a TV series. Casting directors are looking for infants who can appear throughout the production in a recurring capacity. This opportunity is ideal for families with babies who live near Los Angeles and are interested in gaining professional television experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in recurring scenes for a television series
• Work with parents or guardians and the production team during filming
• Participate in age-appropriate on-set activities
• Follow production scheduling requirements as directed

Requirements

• African American babies
• Age range: 4–10 months old
• Must live near Los Angeles
• Available for a recurring television role
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany child at all times
• Comfortable working in a professional production environment

Compensation

• Paid recurring television role
• Opportunity for ongoing appearances throughout the series

Job Description

A paid thriller short film is casting for the lead role of Mara, a teenage character at the center of an intense and emotionally charged story. The project is seeking a young actress to portray a compelling role in a festival-bound micro-short film shooting in Berlin.

The film explores a chilling narrative in which a mother’s comforting words take on a terrifying meaning as her teenage daughter faces a life-threatening situation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mara, a teenage character in a thriller short film.
• Deliver an emotionally authentic performance in a dramatic storyline.
• Participate in a self-tape audition process based on the provided script.
• Collaborate with the filmmaker during production and filming.
• Bring depth and realism to a suspenseful, festival-focused project.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Playing age: 15–19.
• Comfortable performing in a thriller genre project.
• Available for filming in Berlin.
• Acting experience is welcome but not required.
• Showreel materials may be submitted if available.
• Must provide recent photos and basic personal information when applying.

Compensation

• Paid role.
• Additional compensation details provided upon selection.

Job Description

The upcoming paid feature film Imperfect Strangers is casting for the supporting role of Clare, Carson’s wife. This emotionally driven character appears in a brief but impactful scene that plays a significant role in the story. Producers are seeking a talented performer who can convincingly portray heightened emotion and deliver a memorable performance.

The project is produced by Posh Town Productions in association with V-PAC Productions and Tom Spruce Cinematography.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Clare, Carson’s wife, in a dramatic feature film scene.
• Deliver dialogue with emotional depth and authenticity.
• Perform an intense scene involving heightened emotions and screaming.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Participate in behind-the-scenes interviews and photography sessions.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Any ethnicity.
• Playing age: 30–40.
• Strong emotional acting ability.
• Comfortable performing intense emotional scenes.
• Preferably based in Harrogate or within easy traveling distance.
• Reliable and available for the scheduled shoot date.

Compensation

• Paid role: £50 fee.
• Credited role in the feature film Imperfect Strangers.
• Behind-the-scenes interview opportunity.
• Professional production photography.

Job Description

A YouTube series titled S.T.L. (Snakes, Thieves, and Lies) is seeking actors, actresses, extras, and real personalities for an upcoming production. The series explores themes of crime, deception, loyalty, and survival, offering opportunities for performers of all experience levels and backgrounds.

Casting directors are looking for dynamic individuals who can bring authenticity and energy to a dramatic storytelling project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a scripted YouTube series.
• Participate in filming as principal talent, supporting cast, or extras.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members.
• Attend scheduled auditions and filming sessions if selected.

Requirements

• Open to actors, actresses, extras, and individuals with strong personalities.
• All ages welcome.
• All ethnicities and backgrounds encouraged to apply.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• Ability to perform in a collaborative production environment.
• Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.
• Various roles available depending on experience and production needs.