Job Description
A student production is casting actors for an upcoming short film exploring themes of guilt, morality, and personal reflection. The story follows a small-time drug dealer who, after a late-night sale, attends church while wrestling with feelings of guilt and uncertainty about what he might find there. The project will be filmed as part of a student filmmaking initiative and offers performers the opportunity to gain experience in an independent dramatic production.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a character in a narrative-driven student short film
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Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life
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Participate in rehearsals and filming as required
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Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances
Requirements
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Kev – Male, ages 18–23. A troubled young man struggling with guilt and internal conflict. Strong emotional acting ability preferred.
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Priest Francis – Male, ages 60–70. A calm and thoughtful priest who serves as a guiding presence in the story.
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Must be comfortable performing in a dramatic short film
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Ability to take direction and work collaboratively with a student production team
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Acting experience is helpful but not required
Compensation
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This is a student short film project; compensation may include credit, experience, and footage for showreels
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Additional details will be discussed with selected actors
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Short Film – Young Female Lead
Job Description
An upcoming short film is casting a young female actor for the lead role in a paid production filming in Donegal, Ireland. The production is seeking a talented child performer who can authentically speak with a rural Irish accent or an accent from Munster or Connaught.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform the lead role in a narrative short film.
- Deliver scripted dialogue and character-driven scenes.
- Bring a natural and authentic performance to the lead character.
- Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team.
- Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 7–10.
- Must have a rural Irish accent or an accent from a county in Munster or Connaught.
- Ideally based in Donegal, Ireland.
- Suitable applicants based elsewhere in Munster or Connaught are also encouraged to apply.
- Parent or guardian involvement is required.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.
