Suspense Comedy Casting Lead Roles

Job Description
Seeking a sharp and energetic performer to play Marcus — the flashy and arrogant rival boxer in a character-driven short film about pride, downfall, and underground fights. Marcus is not just a physical threat, but a psychological one, taunting opponents and exploiting their weaknesses with lightning speed. The role is action-heavy and calls for physicality, charisma, and attitude. Filming will be based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform stylized, high-energy boxing choreography in key fight sequences

• Portray a cocky and confident persona with sharp delivery and swagger

• Engage in face-offs and verbal confrontations with the protagonist

• Contribute to scenes that require agility, combat precision, and dramatic presence

• Participate in rehearsals and coordinate with the stunt/fight choreographer

Requirements

• Male actor in late 20s, lean and athletic build

• Height ideally between 5’6″ to 5’8″

• Must have boxing, martial arts, or similar movement training

• Confident in portraying a showman-type fighter with a sharp tongue

• Must be available to shoot in San Francisco/Bay Area

Compensation

• Rate negotiable depending on experience

• On-set meals and production support included

• Role offers excellent fight-focused footage for actor reels

Job Description
Now casting the role of Dominic — the manipulative and commanding antagonist in a powerful short film about underground boxing and personal redemption. Dominic is the puppet master behind the rigged fights, using fear, charm, and control to keep fighters like Terry in line. This character is central to the film’s conflict and serves as a strong counterpoint to the protagonist’s emotional journey. Filming will occur in San Francisco and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a cunning, overconfident villain with charisma and menace

• Perform intense dialogue scenes with lead actors

• Display strong character presence and control in performance

• Collaborate with the director to embody the film’s tone and tension

• Commit to scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions

Requirements

• Male actor with white or graying hair, shorter in stature

• Ability to portray dominance, manipulation, and sly confidence

• Must deliver a performance that captures both subtle menace and overt intimidation

• Prior experience playing villainous or morally complex roles preferred

• Must be available to film in the San Francisco/Bay Area

Compensation

• Compensation details to be discussed upon casting

• On-set meals and amenities included

• High-visibility role in a character-driven short ideal for actor reels

Job Description
A compelling short film centered on family, fallen glory, and hope is casting for the pivotal role of Max — a teenager torn between disappointment and love for his father, a once-great boxer now lost in the world of underground fighting. The story explores themes of lost potential, adolescent confusion, and the quiet yearning for a hero’s return. Filming will take place in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally nuanced performance as a teenager grappling with admiration and disillusionment

• Portray subtle shifts between apathy, quiet longing, and unresolved tension

• Engage in emotionally charged scenes with the actor playing Terry

• Contribute to storytelling through visual expression and silent moments

• Participate in rehearsals and be available for flexible shooting days

Requirements

• Male actor who appears youthful, ideally looks like a high school student

• Must be able to portray a complex emotional journey

• Previous experience in dramatic acting is preferred but not required

• Must be comfortable working closely with lead actor and director

• Based in or willing to travel to San Francisco/Bay Area for filming

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon casting

• Meals and on-set accommodations included

• Excellent opportunity for emerging talent to feature in a performance-driven indie short film

Job Description
A gritty, emotionally charged short film is now casting a lead actor for the role of Terry — a disgraced underground boxer battling personal demons, a broken system, and the lingering disappointment of his son. This powerful story of redemption, rage, and resilience will be shot in San Francisco and possibly other locations around the Bay Area. Actors must be capable of intense dramatic performance and possess a strong physical presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the complex character arc of Terry: from broken and complicit to defiant and redemptive

• Perform emotionally intense scenes with a focus on internal conflict and paternal regret

• Execute choreographed fight sequences representing underground boxing scenarios

• Collaborate with the director and stunt team for authentic and safe physical performance

• Commit to rehearsals and flexible scheduling for location shoots

Requirements

• Male actor, must be at least 6’0″ tall

• Strong, muscular build with visible physical presence

• Prior boxing or martial arts experience strongly preferred

• Ability to convey vulnerability, suppressed rage, and determination through body language and expression

• Experience with physically demanding or action-heavy roles is a plus

• Based in or willing to travel to San Francisco/Bay Area for filming

Compensation

• Payment details to be discussed upon selection

• Meals and on-set essentials provided

• Great opportunity to star in a director’s debut and build film reel with a dynamic leading role

Hand Double Casting for Card Trick Scene in Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking a skilled hand double for a close-up card trick sequence. This role is perfect for performers with strong dexterity and a background in card “flourishes” like fast shuffles, finger twirls, and seamless transitions. The selected talent will work as a hand double to perform precision-based movements on camera for a dramatic scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform complex card tricks and hand flourishes on camera

• Execute smooth transitions and trick sequences with speed and accuracy

• Represent the lead actor’s hands in a highly visible feature film scene

• Follow technical direction for close-up filming and hand positioning

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 35–55

• Must be proficient in card handling (twirls, fast shuffles, flourishes)

• Submit a video showing your hands performing card tricks

• Must be a local hire in Philadelphia

• Must be available on the designated shoot date

• SAG or SAG waiver eligible

Compensation

• Paid position

• Union status flexible based on eligibility

Job Description
The short series GASP is casting for a dark, tension-driven role: Perverted Subway Man. This minor but impactful character adds conflict and realism to the narrative, which follows Aya, a young queer Muslim photographer navigating identity, friendship, and public life in New York City. Filming will take place June 14–15 in Brooklyn.

Character Description
Perverted Subway Man (Any race): A disturbing presence who becomes involved in an uncomfortable public confrontation on a New York subway. This character is written to highlight social tension and boundary-crossing behavior.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a compelling, uncomfortable performance within a brief scene

• Participate in rehearsals as needed and be fully available for filming dates

• Work safely and respectfully in a public simulation scene

• Take direction closely for emotional pacing and delivery

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 25–40

• Open to all racial backgrounds

• Must be comfortable portraying disturbing or antagonistic behavior on-screen

• Based in or able to travel to Brooklyn, NYC

• Acting reel or experience in emotionally intense scenes preferred

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• Meals provided on set

• Final footage for actor reel

Job Description
The short series GASP is casting for a cranky older man or woman to portray a fiery, confrontational character who engages in a public altercation. This supporting role adds grit and realism to the storyline, which follows a queer Muslim photographer and her chosen family navigating identity and tension in New York City. Filming will take place June 14–15 in Brooklyn.

Character Description
Cranky Older Man/Woman (White): A short-tempered, reactive character whose outburst brings tension to a key scene. The role is brief but pivotal in establishing real-world friction and cultural challenges faced by the lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believably agitated character with strong emotional delivery

• Participate in rehearsals and a short filming session in NYC

• Contribute to an important dramatic beat in the series

• Follow direction and timing precisely for confrontational scene

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 40–70

• Open to both male and female actors

• Must be White

• Local to or able to work in Brooklyn, NY

• Previous acting experience in dramatic or intense scenes preferred

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• Meals provided on set

• Final footage for actor reel

Job Description
The upcoming short series GASP is seeking an actor for the role of Brandon, a pivotal character who serves as a mentor and potential love interest to the protagonist, Aya. The show follows Aya, a queer Muslim photographer, as she carves her identity amidst cultural expectations. Filming will take place in Brooklyn on June 14–15.

Character Description
Brandon (Tall/Black): A supportive, grounded figure in Aya’s life. Brandon brings wisdom and emotional insight, while also introducing a subtle romantic tension. This role requires presence, maturity, and chemistry with the lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brandon with empathy, poise, and interpersonal nuance

• Participate in character readings and blocking rehearsals as scheduled

• Collaborate with cast and director to shape emotional arcs

• Be available on-location in NYC (Brooklyn) for both filming days

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 25–50

• Male, Black

• Preferably tall or physically commanding presence

• Based in or able to travel to Brooklyn, NY

• Previous experience preferred; reel or CV required for consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• On-set meals provided

• Reel footage for actor’s portfolio

Job Description
Casting is now open for the role of Monroe in the upcoming short series GASP, filming in Brooklyn, New York on June 14th and 15th. The series follows Aya, a queer Muslim photographer navigating cultural expectations alongside her lively group of friends. Monroe is Aya’s creative partner and emotional anchor—a grounded role that plays an important part in her personal journey.

Character Description
Monroe (White): Fellow photographer and Aya’s partner. This role welcomes all gender identities and calls for sensitivity, supportiveness, and creative chemistry with the lead character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Monroe with emotional nuance and relational authenticity

• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and shoot days

• Convey creative partnership and gentle intimacy with the lead

• Be available for filming June 14–15 in NYC

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 30–40

• All genders welcome

• Open to actors identifying as White

• Must be based in or able to travel to Brooklyn, NY

• Submit a reel or CV when applying

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• On-set meals provided

• Final footage for your reel

Job Description
The short series GASP is casting for the character of Derek, a key supporting role in a narrative centered on Aya, a queer Muslim photographer navigating identity, culture, and friendship. The shoot will take place in Brooklyn, New York on June 14th and 15th. This is an unpaid role, but meals, IMDb credit, and footage for your reel will be provided.

Character Description
Derek (Black): Aya’s on-and-off boyfriend. Derek is emotionally complex, embodying tension, attraction, and moments of misalignment with Aya. This role calls for expressive range and chemistry with the lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Derek authentically with nuance and depth

• Attend script reading prior to filming (to be scheduled)

• Work collaboratively on set with cast and director

• Perform in both conversational and emotionally charged scenes

Requirements

• Male, Black

• Age range: 30–50

• Based in or able to work in New York City (Brooklyn)

• Comfortable with character-driven narratives

• Reel or CV required for audition consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• On-set meals provided

• Final footage for demo reel

Stand-In Needed for Feature Film – Recurring Role

Job Description
A feature film is urgently seeking a stand-in for a recurring role. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain consistent on-set experience while working closely with the cast and crew. The role requires attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to match the lead actor’s physical profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the lead actress during lighting and camera setups

• Maintain continuity of position and posture across takes

• Collaborate with the crew to ensure efficient production workflows

• Be available and ready at the scheduled call time

Requirements

• Caucasian female

• Any hair color

• Height: 5’2” or taller

• Must be punctual, professional, and available for recurring work

• Must be local or able to work in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $130 per day

• On-set meals and amenities may be provided

• Long-term potential for recurring days on set

White Male Supporting Role – “Ben” in Independent Feature Film

A powerful supporting role is now casting for a White male actor to portray Ben in a heartfelt feature film centered on adoption, family bonds, and emotional resilience. This character-driven indie production is being shot for international film festivals and digital streaming release.

Job Description
Ben is a loving husband and the adoptive father of Aiden. He serves as a steady, compassionate force amid the emotional complexities of his family’s adoption journey. The role calls for a grounded, emotionally intelligent performance that balances sensitivity, strength, and patience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ben Conley, a man committed to his family, supporting both his wife and son during difficult conversations

• Engage in scenes that require calm, empathetic dialogue and nuanced emotional reactions

• Build authentic on-screen chemistry with the actors portraying Sasha and Aiden

• Be available for 6–7 shoot days during the filming window

Requirements

• Male actor, 40s

• White ethnicity

• Strong dramatic acting skills with a focus on emotional subtlety

• Comfortable performing in scenes dealing with adoption, family tension, and personal growth

Compensation

• $200/day

• Shot on Red Komodo and Canon C500 for festival circuit and streaming release

• Valuable exposure through domestic and international distribution