Short Film Casting Call for Lead Actors

Kim – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film shooting in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian female actor to portray Kim, a principal character in a family drama set within the world of an underground casino. Kim is a quiet, observant woman in her mid-20s with a strong moral compass who feels increasingly out of place in the world created by her father. Actors and non-actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kim, a principal character in a dramatic short film.
• Deliver a grounded and emotionally authentic performance.
• Portray a quiet, observant character navigating complex family dynamics.
• Perform scenes in both English and French.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–30.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English and French.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Peter – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film filming in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian male actor to portray Peter, a principal character in a family drama set around an underground casino. Peter is in his mid-40s and seeks connection and validation but often undermines himself. As one of the casino’s loyal customers, he spends much of his time losing money while struggling with his personal circumstances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Peter in a principal dramatic role.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally nuanced performance.
• Perform scenes involving complex personal and family dynamics.
• Perform dialogue in English and French.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the production team.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English and French.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Zach – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film filming in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian male actor to portray Zach, a principal character in a family drama set within an underground casino. Zach is confident, loud, confrontational, charismatic, and threatening, using his dominant personality to conceal deep insecurity and fears of inadequacy.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Zach in a principal role for a dramatic short film.
• Deliver a confident, charismatic, and confrontational performance.
• Bring emotional depth to a character masking underlying insecurity.
• Perform dialogue naturally in English and Thai or another Asian dialect.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English.
• Must speak Thai or another Asian dialect.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is looking for a Caucasian man for a principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union drama follows a young artist’s journey and offers actors the opportunity to work on a professionally funded independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the production team on set.
• Attend all scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 40–60.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Caucasian woman for a principal role in a paid non-union production filming in Calgary. This dramatic short film tells a compelling story centered on art, identity, and recognition, offering performers the opportunity to join an independently funded production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 40–50.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is seeking a Filipino woman for a featured principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union film explores identity, family, and ambition, and requires a performer who speaks Tagalog for an important supporting character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Work closely with the director and cast.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 40–60.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Filipino girl for a principal role in an upcoming drama filming in Calgary. The film follows a young Filipino painter whose search for recognition takes an unexpected turn. Producers are seeking a talented young actress who speaks Tagalog to portray an emotionally important character in this paid non-union production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 10–15.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description:

An independent short film production is seeking background actors for a one-day shoot on July 29. This is a great opportunity for aspiring and experienced performers to gain valuable on-set experience, network with fellow creatives, and contribute to an upcoming independent film. Food and craft services will be provided during production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a background actor during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Be available for the full shoot day.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements:

• Background actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Reliable and able to collaborate with the cast and crew.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.
• Food and craft services provided.

Job Description:

The non-union student short film Choose Love is casting Aisha, a supporting character whose arrival transforms the life of the film’s lead. Production will film in the Greater Vancouver Area from July 29–31, 2026. This opportunity includes meals, catering, and screen credit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Aisha in the student short film.
• Deliver a natural and compelling performance.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 30–50 years old.
• Any ethnicity.
• Strong acting ability.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.
• Meals, catering, and screen credit provided.

Job Description:

The student short film Choose Love is casting Pree, a supporting role in a moving story centered on family, identity, and love. Filming takes place in the Greater Vancouver Area from July 29–31, 2026. Meals, catering, and screen credit are included.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Pree, Nina’s daughter.
• Perform scenes with emotional depth and authenticity.
• Work closely with the cast and production team.
• Attend all scheduled filming dates.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 18–25 years old.
• South Asian.
• Strong acting skills.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.
• Meals, catering, and screen credit provided.

Job Description:

A non-union student short film, Choose Love, is casting Nina, the lead role in a heartfelt story about identity, healing, and second chances. Filming will take place in the Greater Vancouver Area from July 29–31, 2026. This unpaid opportunity includes meals, catering, and screen credit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Nina, the lead character in the short film.
• Deliver an emotionally authentic performance.
• Collaborate with the cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 45–55 years old.
• South Asian.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.
• Meals, catering, and screen credit provided.

Job Description:

The independent horror comedy short film Canuck is casting actors for multiple roles in a non-union production filming in the Greater Vancouver Area. The story follows an obsessive Vancouver Canucks fan who believes a curse has tied his fate to the hockey team. Self-tape auditions are due by July 30, with filming scheduled for a two-day shoot in late September or early October.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character in the horror comedy short film.
• Submit a self-tape audition by the deadline.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.

Requirements:

• Actors interested in non-union independent film work.
• Submit a headshot, résumé, and demo reel (if applicable).
• Indicate which role you are applying for in your submission.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.
• IMDb credit.