“The Artist & The Hero” Short Film Casting Call for Film Crew

Scriptwriters and Storytellers for Short Film and Video Projects

Job Description

Scriptwriters and storytellers from around the world are invited to submit ready-to-shoot scripts for upcoming short films, engaging online videos, and dynamic reels. This is an exciting opportunity for creative writers to bring their stories off the page and into production. Whether you specialize in narrative filmmaking, branded content, or short-form storytelling, fresh concepts are welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit original, ready-to-shoot scripts for consideration.
• Pitch concepts for short films, digital videos, and social media reels.
• Develop engaging stories suitable for visual production.
• Collaborate with the production team if your project is selected.
• Create compelling content with strong storytelling and audience appeal.

Requirements

• Open to scriptwriters and storytellers worldwide.
• Original, production-ready scripts are required.
• Concepts should be suitable for short films, videos, or reels.
• Strong storytelling and creative writing skills are encouraged.
• Submissions must be sent via email for review.

Compensation

• Opportunity to have your script produced.
• Collaborate with a creative production team.
• Gain exposure for your work through professionally produced content.

Teen Roles for Indie Short Film “Mari’s Not Depressed”

Job Description

An independent short film is casting union and non-union actors for multiple featured roles in a coming-of-age story centered on a high school student navigating grief, friendship, and mental health. Filming will take place in New Jersey, and talent must be able to work locally in the New York City or New Jersey area. This production offers excellent opportunities for actors seeking credited narrative film experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured or supporting character in an indie short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to deliver authentic performances.
• Attend rehearsals before scheduled filming dates.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• Participate in emotionally driven dramatic scenes.

Requirements

• Seeking union and non-union talent.
• Must be able to work locally in New York City or New Jersey.
• Must be available for rehearsals before filming.
• Seeking the following roles:
  • Owen: Male, any ethnicity, age 17. Mari’s lifelong friend and a lead role. Must be comfortable using a prop cigarette or prop blunt.
  • Jessica: Female, any ethnicity, age 17. Mari’s classmate and a supporting role.
  • Principal: Female, any ethnicity, in her 60s. Supporting role portraying a high school principal.
• Acting experience is preferred, and a demo reel is welcome if available.

Compensation

• Copy, credit, and meals provided.
• Lead and supporting roles available.
• Opportunity to work on an independent narrative short film.

Mediterranean Men for Insurance Commercial

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking older men of Mediterranean background to appear in an upcoming insurance campaign filming in Sydney, Australia. Casting directors are looking for authentic personalities who are comfortable delivering a simple line on camera. This is a paid opportunity for mature talent with a natural presence and strong on-screen appeal.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured talent in an insurance commercial.
• Deliver a short scripted line on camera.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Men of Mediterranean background.
• Ages 60–80.
• Must be comfortable speaking a simple line on camera.
• Must be based in or able to work in Sydney, Australia.
• Authentic personality and on-camera confidence are preferred.

Compensation

• $8,000 AUD for one 10-hour shoot day.
• Superannuation included where applicable, less tax.

Creative Crew for Documentary Film Project

Job Description

A documentary-style film project is seeking Metro Manila-based creatives to join its production team. The film explores the meaning of love and longing by following ordinary couples from different walks of life across Metro Manila. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for passionate filmmakers and creatives looking to gain hands-on experience while contributing to a project with international film festival aspirations.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the production team throughout filming.
• Support documentary production in your assigned creative role.
• Help capture authentic stories and real-life moments.
• Work closely with the team to meet production goals.
• Contribute creative ideas and maintain a professional attitude on set.

Requirements

• Must be based in Metro Manila.
• Open to associate producers, production assistants, videographers, photographers, and creatives from other disciplines.
• Passion for filmmaking and documentary storytelling.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Portfolio or demo reel is preferred.

Compensation

• Volunteer position.
• Gain hands-on production experience.
• Opportunity to work on a documentary project intended for international film festival consideration.
• Build your portfolio while collaborating with an experienced creative team.

Kids and Siblings for Insurance Commercial

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking outgoing children to appear in an upcoming insurance campaign filming in Sydney, Australia. Casting directors are looking for both real siblings and individual children for a variety of speaking and non-speaking roles. This is a paid commercial opportunity for energetic young talent with natural personalities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in speaking or non-speaking roles for a commercial production.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming days.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude on set.

Requirements

• Children must be between 7 and 10 years old.
• Open to real siblings and individual children.
• Must be based in or able to work in Sydney, Australia.
• Outgoing personality and confidence on camera are preferred.
• Must be available for two to three filming days.

Compensation

• $2,000–$2,500 AUD per person.
• Two to three paid shoot days, depending on the role.

Basketball Player for Insurance Commercial

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a tall male basketball player to appear in an upcoming insurance campaign filming in Sydney, Australia. This paid commercial opportunity is ideal for athletes with basic to moderate basketball skills who have a strong on-camera presence. Selected talent will participate in a one-day shoot for a nationally produced advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a basketball player in a commercial production.
• Demonstrate basic to moderate basketball skills on camera.
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams.
• Attend the scheduled shoot and participate in all required scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–30.
• Must be noticeably tall.
• Basic to moderate basketball skills are required.
• Must be based in or able to work in Sydney, Australia.
• Must be available for one scheduled shoot day.

Compensation

• Talent fee of $3,750 AUD for one 10-hour shoot day.
• Superannuation included where applicable, less tax.

Everyday Australians for Government Campaign

Job Description

A government campaign is casting everyday Australians for an upcoming commercial production based in Sydney. Casting directors are seeking warm, authentic, and relatable people from all backgrounds and ethnicities to appear in a paid campaign. This is a great opportunity for local talent to participate in a professionally produced government project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a government campaign production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Portray authentic, everyday Australians on camera.
• Attend the scheduled filming day if selected.

Requirements

• Everyday Australians, ages 35–55.
• Open to all backgrounds and ethnicities.
• Must be based in or able to work in Sydney, Australia.
• Must be willing to undergo police and social media background checks.
• Comfortable appearing in a government campaign.

Compensation

• AUD $8,500 talent fee (plus super, less tax).
• Paid commercial opportunity.
• One filming day.

Job Description

A live-action short film promo for a stop-motion series is casting a voice actor to portray a powerful superhero. This paid opportunity is open to performers with dynamic, expressive voices who can bring a larger-than-life superhero character to life through voice acting alone. If you have a commanding vocal presence, this is your chance to join an exciting film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide the voice for a superhero character.
• Deliver powerful, expressive voice-over performances.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Record dialogue for a live-action promotional short film.

Requirements

• Voice actors ages 18 and older.
• All voice types are welcome.
• Strong, dynamic, and expressive vocal ability.
• Comfortable portraying a superhero through voice alone.
• Submit your voice acting materials by email.

Compensation

• $50 per day.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Paid voice acting opportunity.

Job Description

An independent supernatural short film is seeking passionate crew members to join its production team in San Diego and National City, California. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and crew members looking to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship, and work on a Victorian-era supernatural film heading toward the festival circuit. No previous film experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day production tasks.
• Collaborate with experienced filmmakers on set.
• Support the production team in your assigned department.
• Help ensure a smooth and efficient filming process.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable and committed to the production schedule.
• Passion for filmmaking.
• No previous film experience required.
• Crew positions include:
  • Production Assistant
  • Grip / Electric
  • Art Department & Props
  • Script Supervision Assistant
  • Sound Assistant
  • General Production Support

Compensation

• IMDb credit.
• Meals provided during production.
• Hands-on training and mentorship.
• Valuable independent film experience.

Job Description

A sci-fi horror animated short film is casting a female voice actress for a supporting role in Sydney, Australia. The production is seeking a Mediterranean Australian actress to voice Nurse Maria Minnetti, a compassionate nurse whose character plays a key role in the story. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced and emerging voice actors, as no physical acting is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Record voice-over dialogue for an animated short film.
• Deliver emotional vocal performances, including screams and other expressive sounds.
• Follow creative direction during recording sessions.
• Bring the supporting character to life through voice acting alone.

Requirements

• Female Mediterranean Australian actress.
• Ages 20–35.
• Strong vocal performance skills.
• Comfortable performing emotional dialogue, coughing, gasping, and a horror scream.
• Submit:
  • Headshot
  • Showreel (if available)
  • Voice message if you are new to voice acting

Compensation

• $100 payment.
• Screen credit.
• Paid voice acting opportunity.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting two featured roles for an upcoming production in Louisville, Kentucky, and surrounding areas. The story explores themes of judgment, humanity, and truth following a life-changing encounter with law enforcement. This is a character-driven project seeking authentic performances for emotionally impactful roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in an independent short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Deliver natural and emotionally compelling performances.
• Attend filming on scheduled production days.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Marcus: African American male, late 20s to late 30s.
  • Lyla: African American girl, ages 4–5.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not required.
• Submit:
  • Name
  • Age
  • Phone number
  • Headshot or clear photo
  • Short introduction video (1 minute or less)
  • Acting experience (if any)
  • Available dates
  • Role of interest

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.
• Meals provided during filming.
• IMDb credit included.
• Valuable experience on a story-driven short film.

Job Description

A horror comedy film is casting actors for multiple roles in the Ogden, Utah area. This independent production is seeking male and female performers for principal roles. If you’re looking to gain experience in an exciting horror comedy project, this is a great opportunity to audition.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a horror comedy film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver engaging and authentic on-screen performances.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Female, early 20s or late teens.
  • Female, mid-30s.
  • Male, early 20s or late teens.
• Must be available to work in the Ogden, Utah area.
• Submit your information by email for additional casting details.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to appear in an independent horror comedy film.
• Gain valuable on-set acting experience.