Casting Call for Supporting Roles – Older Men & Women in Short Film
Job Description
A short film production is seeking experienced actors to portray older Italian-Canadian characters. These roles require expressive performers who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story. If you fit the character description and have strong acting skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a compelling film project.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an Italian-passing character, aged 50-70
- Deliver an engaging and natural performance that aligns with the film’s tone
- Collaborate with the director and cast to create an authentic on-screen presence
- Follow production direction and adapt as needed
Requirements
- Male and female actors, ages 50-70
- Must be Italian-passing (Canadian-Italian background preferred)
- Comfortable speaking basic Italian with an optional accent
- Strong acting ability with prior film or television experience preferred
Compensation
- Competitive pay based on union/non-union status
- Professional exposure in a short film production
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Job Description
A grounded short film is casting union and non-union talent for a Vancouver-based production exploring mental health and intimacy through a queer-centered lens. This is a naturalistic story told with emotional honesty and care, with all intimacy scenes professionally guided by an intimacy coordinator. This is an opportunity to collaborate on an artful, meaningful narrative while working with a supportive and inclusive team.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray emotionally nuanced characters in a grounded dramatic setting
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Engage in sensitively choreographed intimacy scenes with professionalism
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Collaborate closely with director and intimacy coordinator for authenticity and safety
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Deliver authentic performances centered on connection, vulnerability, and identity
Requirements
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Lead Role
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Late 20s to mid 30s
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Woman, transgender woman, or nonbinary
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Queer-identifying
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Comfortable with partial nudity and simulated intimacy (no explicit content)
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Available all three shoot days
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Supporting Role
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Mid 20s to early 30s
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Female-identifying, nonbinary, or gender-diverse
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Queer-identifying or LGBTQ+ allied
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Comfortable with light intimacy (no nudity)
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Available all three shoot days
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Principal Role
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Ages 20–30
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Woman, transgender woman, or nonbinary
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Social, expressive, and confident—social media–savvy a plus
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Available for a half-day shoot
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Compensation
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Lead: $300/day (3 days)
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Supporting: $250/day (3 days)
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Principal: $200 flat (½ day)
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All roles paid under UBCP/ACTRA Ultra Low Budget (ULB) agreement
Lead Role – Maya in Comedy Short Film
Job Description
Casting is now open for the lead role of Maya in the upcoming UBCP/ACTRA ULB comedy short DEADBEATS, filming in Vancouver. Maya is a sharp, dry-witted DJ holding her life together while everything around her spirals into chaos. This proof-of-concept short will pitch a fully developed feature film and will be used for studio meetings with script and pitch deck in hand. Ideal talent will bring a mix of grounded humor and subtle vulnerability, with strong comedic instincts and natural charm.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Maya, the lead character in a narrative-driven comedy short
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Deliver dry humor with nuance and strong comedic timing
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Perform in multiple scenes across a three-day shoot
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Engage in light dance choreography as part of the character’s performance
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Collaborate closely with the creative team to shape the tone of the film
Requirements
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Female-presenting, ages 28–33
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All ethnicities encouraged to apply
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Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Strong comedic acting experience preferred
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Natural, relatable “girl next door” energy
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Dance experience is a plus
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Open to both union (UBCP/ACTRA) and non-union talent
Compensation
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$200/day (UBCP/ACTRA ULB contract)
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3-day shoot in Vancouver
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Union and non-union performers welcome