Short Film Casting Call for Lead Roles

Job Description

“Room to Become” is a paid, non-union branded short film for a national student housing company filming in the Denver metro area. The 60-second commercial follows a college student through everyday apartment life with roommates, showing how the space gradually becomes a home and the student grows into a more confident version of themselves. The production is seeking naturalistic performers with subtle, believable acting styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a 60-second branded short film with additional cutdowns.
• Deliver natural, grounded, and observational performances.
• Perform dialogue, reactions, physical comedy, or improvisation depending on the role.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• The Student: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; grounded, warm, and capable of showing a character growing from guarded newcomer to confident young adult.
• The Roommate: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; relaxed, friendly, and comfortable with light dialogue.
• Friends: Playing age 18–24; part of the student’s growing social circle. Physical comedy or improvisation skills are a plus.
• Performers must be 18 or older.
• Local Denver metro area talent only.
• No travel or lodging provided.

Compensation

• The Student: $350 flat rate.
• The Roommate: $250 flat rate.
• Friends: $200 each.
• Rates include the shoot day and usage buyout in perpetuity across all media, including paid, social, web, and connected TV.
• Meals provided on set.

Job Description

“Girl Scouts” is a short comedy film casting multiple roles in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area. The story follows an ordinary trip to the grocery store that becomes increasingly frustrating when a man encounters a determined group of Girl Scouts. What begins as a quick stop turns into a comedic battle of patience, persistence, and the power of a box of cookies.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in a comedic short film.
• Deliver expressive, character-driven performances suited to the project’s playful tone.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Ben: Male, 20s, Black; sarcastic, impatient, and easily irritated.
• Nicole: Female, 20s, Black; warm and playful with a school-charm-rebel personality.
• Girl Scouts: Girls, approximately ages 5–13; energetic, confident, determined, and playful.
• Spiritual Vendor: Male, any ethnicity, 20s–30s; quirky, charismatic, and confident.
• Old Man: Male, 60s; neighborhood grandpa type who is blunt, unbothered, and always has something to say.
• Evangelist: Female, 20s–30s; warm, passionate, confident, highly expressive, and enthusiastic about her beliefs.
• Infused Sweets Vendor: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s–30s.
• Must be able to work in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Why I Got Fired” is an independent short film seeking actors for two lead roles in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The story follows a bored night security guard who discovers an escaped patient in a rainy alley and asks him to be a gentleman. The production is looking for performers who can bring mystery, tension, and dark character-driven energy to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in an independent short film.
• Deliver a compelling performance suited to a tense, atmospheric story.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during production.
• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Myra: Female, 30s; charming, sharp, dangerous, secretive, and comfortable portraying a sultry character.
• Myra must be comfortable performing in rain and appearing barefoot or in a straitjacket as required by the scene.
• Sam: Male, 40s; portrays a grounded, weary security guard who is easily fooled but good-hearted.
• Must be available to audition in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Water, No Ice” is an independent narrative short film casting actors for principal and supporting roles in Dallas/DFW, Texas. The character-driven project is a darkly comic, dystopian satire exploring social behavior, isolation, and modern life. Production is expected to take place over approximately 6–7 shooting days, primarily on weekends.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned principal or supporting character in the independent short film.
• Perform scripted dramatic and darkly comedic scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members to develop authentic character performances.
• Participate in rehearsals and production activities as required.
• Maintain availability for the agreed filming schedule.

Requirements

• Actors needed for multiple principal and supporting roles.
• Must be comfortable performing character-driven dramatic and satirical material.
• Must be available for approximately 6–7 shooting days.
• Dallas/DFW local actors are preferred.
• Actors traveling from outside the DFW area may be considered depending on accommodations.

Compensation

• Non-union production.
• Principal roles receive production credit and meals.
• Local transportation reimbursement will be provided.
• Traveling actors may receive lodging or accommodations depending on the role.

Actors and Background Talent for Howard University Short Film “It’s for the Best”

Job Description

A Howard University student short film titled “It’s for the Best” is seeking actors and background talent in Washington, D.C. The story follows a young woman navigating the five stages of grief after separating from her best friend. This unpaid production explores friendship, emotional growth, and the difficult process of moving forward.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted scenes for a student short film.
• Portray assigned characters or background roles as directed.
• Bring natural and emotionally authentic performances to the production.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Requirements

• Seeking two actors and additional background actors.
• Must be comfortable performing material centered on friendship, grief, and emotional growth.
• Must be able to work in Washington, D.C.

Compensation

• Unpaid.

Job Description

A student short film titled “Taken” is seeking a Hispanic/Latina female actor to portray Mrs. Ramirez, the mother of a young woman named Elias. The character is a warm, devoted, and emotionally grounded mother whose world is shattered when her daughter suddenly disappears. This featured role includes a pivotal and emotionally raw scene exploring family, grief, and unanswered questions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mrs. Ramirez in a featured dramatic role.
• Perform emotionally sensitive scenes involving the disappearance of the character’s daughter.
• Bring warmth, resilience, and emotional authenticity to the character.
• Follow performance and creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Hispanic/Latina female actor.
• Ages 40–50.
• Strong ability to perform emotional and dramatic material.
• Comfortable portraying a tender, sweet, sensitive, resilient, and kind mother.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Copy and credit provided.

The King of Jazz Short Film Casting for Frank Vaudeville

Job Description

The short film “The King of Jazz” is seeking an actor for the role of Frank Vaudeville. The independent film production will film this fall in New York City and is looking for a performer who can bring personality, emotion, and authenticity to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Frank Vaudeville in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team.
• Deliver a strong and engaging on-camera performance.
• Participate in scheduled production activities.

Requirements

• Actors interested in independent film and short film projects.
• Ability to create a memorable character through performance.
• Comfortable working in a professional film environment.
• Available for fall filming in New York City.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

The King of Jazz Short Film Casting for Dante Price

Job Description

The short film “The King of Jazz” is seeking an actor for the role of Dante Price. The independent film project will film this fall in New York City and is looking for a performer who can bring depth, emotion, and authenticity to a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Dante Price in the short film.
• Work closely with the director and production team.
• Deliver a compelling and natural performance on camera.
• Participate in scheduled filming activities.

Requirements

• Actors interested in short film and independent film projects.
• Strong acting skills and ability to develop a memorable character.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative film environment.
• Available for fall production in New York City.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

The King of Jazz Short Film Casting for Damien Price

Job Description

The upcoming short film “The King of Jazz” is seeking an actor for the role of Damien Price. Filming is scheduled for the fall in New York City, offering performers an opportunity to be part of an independent film project with a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Damien Price in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging on-camera performance.
• Participate in scheduled film production activities.

Requirements

• Actors interested in short film and independent film opportunities.
• Ability to bring a character to life through performance.
• Comfortable working in a professional film production environment.
• Availability for fall filming in New York City.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

SEB (A Student Short Film) NYC Casting Call for Ki

Job Description

A student short film titled SEB is casting child actors for a November shoot in the NYC metro area. The story follows a curious, imaginative little boy who tries to turn himself into different creatures until he discovers a reason to stay human.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an on-camera acting role in a student short film
• Attend the November 6-9, 2026 shoot dates as scheduled
• Take direction from the student production team

Requirements

• SEB (lead): male actors ages 6-9
• PAT (supporting): male or gender non-conforming actors ages 6-9
• LESTER, JAKE, MAX (day players): child actors

Compensation

• Non-union; unpaid with copy, credit, and meals
• Small stipend for the lead role (4 shoot days)

Casting Call – NYC Independent Short Film

Job Description

Casting 9 roles for HOME, an independent short film about a young woman preparing to leave New York and questioning what it truly means to feel at home. Filming select days between October 4 and 11 in New York City; local hires only. Roles include Ava (lead),Gabe, Daniel, Maggie, Ahmed, Ava’s mother (voiceover),a neighbor, Spark’s owner, and Spark the dog.
Job Responsibilities

• Perform your assigned role across select shoot days
• Take direction and collaborate with the production team

Requirements

• New York City local hire
• Available select days between October 4 and 11
• Role-specific requirements apply (see breakdown)
• Ava: female, mid-20s, Black, bilingual French/English
• Ava’s mother: female 45-65, fluent French
• Spark’s owner: ideally owns a suitable dog

Compensation

• Unpaid; meals, copy, and credit provided

Actors for “The High Water Mark” Psychological Relationship Drama

Job Description

A psychological relationship drama short film is seeking two lead actors for a Las Vegas production. The story follows a relationship reaching its breaking point and calls for performers who can deliver emotionally layered, naturalistic performances with vulnerability, subtlety, silence, and dramatic intensity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two lead characters in a psychological relationship drama short film.
• Deliver a naturalistic and emotionally nuanced dramatic performance.
• Perform scenes involving emotional tension, vulnerability, conflict, and restrained dialogue.
• Develop strong on-screen chemistry with the other lead performer.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking a female actor to portray Maya, playing age 30s.
• Seeking a male actor to portray Julian, playing age 30s.
• Must be comfortable performing dramatic and emotionally complex material.
• Maya should convey intelligence, independence, emotional exhaustion, and subtle emotional expression.
• Julian should convey intelligence, control, emotional restraint, defensiveness, and vulnerability.
• Strong chemistry between the two lead actors is essential.
• Must be available to work in Las Vegas.

Compensation

• Non-union, no-current-cash-budget production.
• Copy of the completed film.
• Screen/IMDb credit.
• Meals provided.
• Footage provided for acting reels.