Student Short Film Casting Call for Actors

Male Actor to Portray Babysitter in “Snapped”

Job Description

The true crime recreation series “Snapped” is seeking a White male actor in his 20s to portray a babysitter. This paid acting opportunity involves one scene, with an anticipated call time around 2 p.m. The filming location is not specified in the provided notice.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a babysitter in one true crime recreation scene.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.

Requirements

• White male in his 20s.
• Be available for an anticipated afternoon call time.
• Submit your name and a current photo by email.

Compensation

• $75 per day.
• Role appears in one scene.

Speaking Roles for Law Firm TV Commercial

Job Description

A non-union law firm TV commercial filming in Buffalo, New York, is seeking male and female actors for several paid speaking roles. The production is casting a stylist, fitness trainer, chef, wardrobe tailor, and hairdresser. Talent of all ethnicities is encouraged to apply, with each role requiring confident on-camera performance and the ability to deliver scripted material naturally.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role in a professional TV commercial.
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout production.
• Portray the assigned professional role authentically.
• Maintain strong character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities.
• Stylist: Male or female, ages 35–55.
• Fitness Trainer: Male or female, ages 30–55; personal fitness experience or a muscular/athletic physique is a plus.
• Chef: Male or female, ages 35–75.
• Wardrobe Tailor: Male or female, ages 35–75.
• Hairdresser: Male or female, ages 35–75.
• Must be available to work locally in Buffalo, New York.
• Must be comfortable performing a speaking role on camera.

Compensation

• $450 per day

Actors, Models, Singers, and Dancers for Talent Showcase

Job Description

A nationwide talent showcase is seeking new and experienced performers interested in building professional entertainment industry connections. The showcase offers actors, models, singers, dancers, and commercial talent the opportunity to present their skills in front of casting directors, agents, and managers. Talent from across the United States is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional entertainment industry talent showcase.
• Present acting, modeling, singing, dancing, or commercial performance skills.
• Perform confidently in front of casting directors and industry professionals.
• Follow showcase instructions and professional performance direction.
• Network with entertainment industry representatives and explore potential career opportunities.

Requirements

• Open to new and experienced talent.
• Nationwide talent from any U.S. state is welcome.
• Seeking actors, models, singers, dancers, and commercial talent.
• Must be comfortable showcasing skills in front of industry professionals.
• Serious interest in pursuing opportunities in the entertainment industry.
• Must be able to travel to Los Angeles if selected.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

African American Male Actor with Social Media Following for Clothing Commercial

Job Description

A major clothing brand commercial is seeking an African American male actor ages 18–25 with a large social media following. This paid opportunity is open to nonunion or Fi-Core talent, with strong acting experience preferred.

The booking requires availability for two full shoot days and a possible additional day. Potential social media deliverables may affect the final compensation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a clothing brand commercial.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.
• Complete any social media deliverables agreed upon as part of the booking.

Requirements

• African American male ages 18–25.
• Nonunion or Fi-Core status.
• Have a large social media following; no minimum follower count is specified.
• Strong acting experience is preferred.
• Be available for multiple full-day shoots, including a possible third day.

Compensation

• Advertised compensation of $2,000–$3,000, with the final rate to be determined.
• Final compensation depends on talent selection and potential social media deliverables.

Football Players, Referee, Coach, and Fans for “Country Rescue”

Job Description

The nonunion production “Country Rescue” is seeking background talent for football-themed scenes in Brampton, Ontario. Available roles include football players, a referee, a coach, and spectators. Performers portraying players will wear provided shoulder pads but will not actually play football.

Applicants must arrange their own transportation. No shuttle is provided, and the estimated call time is 6:30–7 a.m.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a football player, referee, coach, or fan.
• Follow production direction during football-themed scenes.
• Wear role-specific wardrobe and provided equipment as directed.
• Maintain consistent actions and appearance between takes.

Requirements

• Football Players: 12 males ages 17–24, including 10 White and two Black performers, with a fit appearance.
• Referee: One White male ages 27–33, in good physical shape.
• Coach: One White male ages 40–50, with a fit appearance.
• Have a polished, camera-ready look suited to the production.
• Be nonunion and able to get yourself to Brampton for an early morning call.
• Submit your full name, phone number, email address, and union status.
• Label photo files with your full name and union status.
• Women should provide height, weight, bust, waist, hip, dress, and shoe sizes.
• Men should provide height, weight, neck, jacket, waist, inseam, and shoe sizes.
• Confirm that you can arrange your own transportation to Brampton.
• Apply by email using the required subject line. Private messages are not accepted.

Compensation

• Shoulder pads are provided for football player roles.
• No shuttle transportation is provided.

Bodyguard for “Pop Star Clone”

Job Description

The short-form vertical production “Pop Star Clone” is seeking day player for a bodyguard role in Knoxville, Tennessee. Role require two filming days, and the body double also requires a paid fitting. The preliminary schedule is subject to change.

Job Responsibilities

• Bodyguard: Portray a bodyguard and perform a kidnapping stunt under a stunt coordinator’s direction.
• Follow production direction throughout the booking.

Requirements

• Tall, muscular male physically capable of performing the coordinated kidnapping stunt.
• Be available for two filming days.
• Be available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Submit your full name, height, weight, city, state, and agent information, if applicable.
• Include two current photos: one shoulders-up and one full-body.

Compensation

• Bodyguard: $150 per filming day.

George Role in “Snapped” True Crime Series

Job Description

The true crime recreation series “Snapped,” episode 3720, sought a male actor to portray George in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role called for a thin-framed White man in his late 20s–30s with blonde or light brown hair. Casting for this role is now closed.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray George in true crime recreation scenes.
• Perform scenes involving murder-related content.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.

Requirements

• White male in his late 20s–30s.
• Thin frame.
• Blonde or light brown hair.
• Comfortable with murder-related content.
• Available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $200 per day worked.
• Hotel accommodation provided.

Contemporary Dancers for “Mefistofele” Opera Production

Job Description

An upcoming production of Arrigo Boito’s “Mefistofele” at Deutsche Oper am Rhein is seeking contemporary dancers based in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany. Directed by Philipp Rosendahl and choreographed by Alessia Ruffolo, the production is looking for performers with strong theatricality, exceptional performance skills, and confidence combining contemporary movement with dramatic storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform contemporary dance and movement in the opera production “Mefistofele.”
• Bring strong theatricality and expressive performance skills to the production.
• Collaborate with the choreographer, director, dancers, and wider creative team.
• Participate professionally in rehearsals and performances in Düsseldorf and Duisburg.
• Perform choreography and theatrical scenes as directed.
• Participate in scenes involving nudity within a safe and respectful professional environment.

Requirements

• Professional contemporary dance skills.
• Strong theatrical and performance abilities.
• Must be based in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany.
• Must be able to work in Düsseldorf and Duisburg.
• Comfortable and confident participating in scenes involving nudity.
• Professional, collaborative, and able to follow choreographic and theatrical direction.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected dancers.
• Transportation and housing costs are not provided.

Experienced Actors for New Stage Production

Job Description

An exciting new stage production is seeking experienced actors to join its upcoming theatrical run. The production is looking for dedicated performers who can fully commit to an extensive rehearsal and performance schedule. Both principal and understudy opportunities may be available, offering actors the chance to collaborate closely with the creative team and bring compelling characters to life on stage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned roles in a professional stage production.
• Participate fully in scheduled rehearsals and performances.
• Learn scripts, blocking, character work, and other required performance material.
• Collaborate professionally with directors, cast members, and the production team.
• Follow creative direction and contribute to the development of the production.
• Understudies will participate in the complete rehearsal process and perform on selected show nights.

Requirements

• Previous acting experience is required.
• Strong stage performance and character-development skills.
• Must be able to commit fully to the rehearsal and performance schedule.
• Reliable, professional, and able to work collaboratively with an ensemble.
• Understudy performers must be prepared to participate in the full rehearsal process.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Contemporary and Improvisation Dancers for 2027/28 Season

Job Description

A contemporary dance company in Mainz, Germany, is seeking versatile professional dancers to join its company for the 2027/28 season. This full-time dance opportunity is looking for artists with a strong foundation in contemporary dance and improvisation who are curious, creative, and enthusiastic about collaborative artistic processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a professional dancer during the 2027/28 season.
• Participate in contemporary dance productions, rehearsals, and performances.
• Contribute improvisational skills to creative development and choreography.
• Collaborate with choreographers, dancers, and other artistic professionals.
• Explore new movement ideas as part of collaborative creative processes.
• Maintain a high level of physical and artistic preparation.

Requirements

• Strong professional practice in contemporary dance.
• Strong improvisation skills.
• Versatile movement and performance abilities.
• Creative, curious, and collaborative approach to dance.
• Comfortable contributing to collaborative artistic processes.
• Must be able to work full-time in Mainz, Germany.

Compensation

• Full-time contract.
• Additional compensation details will be discussed with selected dancers.

Actors for “Kick the Bucket” Short Film

Job Description

The short film “Kick the Bucket” is casting actors for an upcoming production in association with the University of Arizona. The story follows a suicidal man, recently released from an asylum, whose old friend confronts him with a gun, a bucket list, and an unusual proposition. This dramatic short film explores dark and sensitive subject matter and is seeking performers capable of bringing emotionally complex characters to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted role in the short film “Kick the Bucket.”
• Portray emotionally complex and dramatic material authentically.
• Collaborate with the director, fellow actors, and production crew.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.
• Approach sensitive subject matter professionally and respectfully.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable performing material involving suicide, mental health themes, and firearms.
• Strong dramatic acting and character-development skills.
• Able to deliver emotionally challenging material on camera.
• Must be able to work with the production in Tucson, Arizona.
• Reliable and professional throughout rehearsals and production.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Male Background Actors to Portray ATF Agents, Police Officers, and a Paramedic

Job Description

A television film based on a documentary is seeking Caucasian male background actors ages 24–58 for non-speaking roles in East Point, Georgia. Available roles include one ATF agent, two police officers, and one paramedic.

Selected performers should prepare for a possible afternoon-to-overnight filming schedule, approximately 1 p.m.–1 a.m. The final call time is to be confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an ATF agent, police officer, or paramedic in film scenes.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.
• Maintain consistent wardrobe and actions between takes.

Requirements

• Caucasian men ages 24–58.
• Be available to film in East Point, Georgia.
• Be available for the potential afternoon-to-overnight schedule.
• Have black tactical or work boots and tactical pants, specifically required for the ATF role.
• Submit three recent photos, including one full-body photo.
• Include your name, age, phone number, height, and weight.
• Provide jacket, neck, shirt, sleeve, waist, pants, and shoe sizes.
• State your distance from East Point, Georgia.
• Use the email subject line corresponding to your selected role.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.
• All roles are non-speaking background positions.