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

Film Crew Positions for Los Angeles Production

Job Description
A Los Angeles-based production is hiring multiple crew members for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity for experienced and aspiring film professionals to join a collaborative team and contribute to a high-quality project across various departments.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform duties specific to your crew role (hair, wardrobe, lighting, props, production support, etc.)
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth operations on set
• Follow direction from department heads and production leads
• Maintain professionalism and efficiency during filming

Requirements

• Open to non-union crew members
• Experience in your respective department preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Available for scheduled shoot dates
• Able to collaborate effectively with a team

Compensation

• MU&H Artist: $600–$1,200/day
• Assistant Wardrobe Stylist / Props: $300/day (3 hours)
• Gaffer (with grip truck): $1,500–$2,500/day
• Gaffer: $500–$1,000/day
• Set Designer: $500–$1,500/day
• Props: $500–$800/day
• Casting Wrangler: $200–$300/day (4 hours)
• Production Assistant: $100–$200/day (3 hours)
• Runner: $100–$200/day (3 hours)

Colorist for Crime Thriller Short Film

Job Description
A crime thriller short film is seeking a skilled colorist to help complete post-production. The project is a 21-minute film with partial color already completed, and the selected candidate will take over the remaining scenes to ensure visual consistency and a polished final look for festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Color grade remaining footage to match existing scenes
• Ensure visual consistency across the entire film
• Collaborate with the filmmaker to achieve the desired tone and style
• Deliver a high-quality final color grade ready for festival submission

Requirements

• Experience with film color grading and post-production workflows
• Strong eye for color consistency and cinematic tone
• Ability to match existing color work seamlessly
• Familiarity with industry-standard color grading software
• Passion for storytelling and independent film projects

Compensation

• Unpaid (credit provided, including IMDb credit and festival exposure)

Short Film Directors for Competition Opportunity

Job Description
A short film competition is seeking directors and producers to submit original projects for a chance to have their film produced and funded. Selected filmmakers will receive production support and resources to bring their creative vision to life, making this a great opportunity for emerging and established creatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and submit a short film concept or script
• Create a director’s treatment and production plan
• Collaborate with provided production crew if selected
• Execute the project from pre-production through filming

Requirements

• Directors and producers with a strong creative vision
• Ability to submit a script (up to 10 pages) or treatment
• Clear production plan for the proposed project
• Passion for storytelling and filmmaking
• Open to collaboration with a professional crew

Compensation

• £1,000 awarded for each selected short film
• Production support including crew and equipment

Women of Color Actors for Fashion Short Film

Job Description
A fashion-forward short film is casting two actors for a visually striking project exploring themes of queerness, sensuality, movement, and style. This Detroit-based production is seeking women of color who are comfortable with intimacy and can bring authenticity and emotional depth to a collaborative film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a fashion short film
• Participate in scenes involving intimacy and expressive movement
• Collaborate with the director and creative team
• Deliver natural, emotionally engaging performances on camera

Requirements

• Women of color (femme, masc, or trans), ages 24–36
• Comfortable with intimacy on camera
• Open to both experienced and first-time actors
• Strong presence and ability to express emotion through movement
• Able to work in Detroit, Michigan

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)

Young Mom and Baby for TV Commercial

Job Description
A TV commercial is casting a real young mother and her baby for a heartfelt and authentic on-camera project filming in Perth. This role focuses on capturing a genuine connection, making it perfect for real moms and babies without prior acting experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together in a lifestyle-style commercial shoot
• Showcase a natural, loving connection on camera
• Follow simple direction from the production team
• Participate in a relaxed and professional filming environment

Requirements

• Young mom with a baby under 3 months old
• Real parent and child (no acting experience required)
• Comfortable being filmed in a commercial setting
• Available for one day of filming

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)

Job Description
A production is seeking a non-union stand-in for an upcoming shoot in Toronto. This role requires a performer who closely matches specific physical characteristics to assist with lighting and camera setups during filming. This is a paid opportunity for a one-day shoot, ideal for individuals with on-set experience or those looking to gain exposure in film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for camera and lighting setup
• Maintain positioning for technical rehearsals and scene preparation
• Follow direction from the production and camera team
• Be available on set for the required duration
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality

Requirements

• Caucasian female
• Blonde hair
• Age range: 20–40
• Height: approximately 5’8”
• Weight: approximately 140 lbs
• Must provide headshot and personal details (height, weight, contact information)
• Ability to follow direction and remain still for extended periods

Compensation

• $300 for approximately 6 hours of work
• Subject to 15% agency commission

Job Description
A production is seeking actors for a series of small roles across multiple scenes. This is a paid opportunity for performers available for a one-day shoot during a production week in Philadelphia. The project will feature a variety of scenes, with additional roles potentially becoming available throughout the shoot. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in various small or background roles across multiple scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Be prepared for a one-day on-site shoot
• Adapt to different scene requirements as needed
• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Must be available for one day during the production week
• Must be located in or able to work in Philadelphia
• Acting experience is a plus but not required
• Must submit a headshot and availability
• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Paid (rate not specified)

Job Description
An independent short film titled “The Way I See It” is seeking supporting actors for multiple roles. This project explores emotional and psychological themes through complex characters and offers performers the opportunity to be part of a compelling indie production. The production is looking for dedicated actors who can bring depth and authenticity to their roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character roles with emotional depth and realism
• Participate in scheduled filming and rehearsals
• Collaborate with the director and production team to fulfill creative vision
• Take direction effectively and adapt performance as needed
• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Previous acting experience preferred but not required
• Ability to portray complex emotional characters
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Availability for scheduled filming dates
• Must submit headshot and resume

Roles

• Mom: A grieving mother who has become emotionally jaded, impulsive, erratic, and dazed
• Dad: A ghostly presence in the family, proud, content, wise, and reflective
• Man 1: A jaded and morally complex character with darker personality traits

Compensation

• Unpaid
• Non-union project
• Food and transportation provided

Background Actors for Short Film (Security Guard & Refugee Roles)

Job Description
A short film production is casting background actors in Lancaster, CA for multiple roles, including security guards and refugees. This project is seeking talent who can bring authenticity and realism to a narrative-driven film in a professional, non-union production setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either a security guard or refugee character on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Deliver natural and believable background performances
• Maintain professionalism and consistency on set
• Participate in scheduled scenes as required

Requirements

• Male and female, all ethnicities
• Comfortable portraying either authoritative or emotionally grounded roles
• Able to take direction and perform naturally
• Must be local to Lancaster, CA or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Security Guard: $100 for 5 hours
• Refugee: $75 for 4 hours
• Paid non-union background roles
• On-set film experience

Job Description
A psychological thriller short film is seeking a skilled video editor proficient in DaVinci Resolve to help finalize a nearly completed project. The film runs approximately 17–18 minutes and requires an experienced editor to enhance pacing, refine transitions, and deliver a polished final cut. This is a great opportunity to collaborate on a compelling project and contribute to bringing a finished film across the finish line.

Job Responsibilities

Perform minor edits and tighten existing footage
Smooth transitions between scenes
Enhance overall pacing and storytelling flow
Conduct general cleanup and final polish of the film
Collaborate with the filmmaker to achieve the desired creative vision

Requirements

Proficiency in DaVinci Resolve
Experience editing short films or narrative content
Strong sense of pacing, timing, and storytelling
Attention to detail and ability to refine near-final cuts
Ability to collaborate and incorporate feedback

Compensation

Compensation not specified

Job Description
A vertical production filming in Georgia is seeking experienced and reliable crew members to join an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for skilled professionals to collaborate on a fast-paced production and contribute to a dynamic creative team. The production is looking to fill multiple key crew positions.

Job Responsibilities

1st Assistant Director (1st AD):

• Oversee daily production schedules and ensure timely execution
• Coordinate between departments to maintain workflow efficiency
• Assist the director in managing set operations

Costume/Wardrobe Key:

• Manage wardrobe continuity and organization
• Prepare and maintain costumes for cast members
• Collaborate with production to ensure wardrobe aligns with creative direction

Prop Master:

• Source, organize, and maintain all props used during production
• Ensure props are available and properly placed for each scene
• Work closely with the director and production team for accuracy and continuity

Requirements

• Prior experience in the respective crew role
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Team-oriented mindset with a professional attitude
• Must be reliable and punctual

Compensation

• $400 per day

Job Description:
A production company is seeking experienced local crew members for an upcoming commercial photoshoot for a major brand. This project will take place in the greater New Orleans area and is looking for skilled professionals across multiple departments to support a high-quality commercial production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the execution of a commercial photoshoot production
• Perform duties specific to your role (production, lighting, sound, wardrobe, or makeup)
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure a smooth and efficient shoot
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to production schedules
• Provide personal equipment if required (for applicable roles such as Sound Mixer)

Requirements:

• Must be local to New Orleans, Louisiana
• Prior experience in your respective crew role
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Availability for the scheduled shoot
• Sound Mixers must provide their own gear and equipment list

Roles Available:

• Production Assistant (PA)
• Make-Up Artist
• Wardrobe Assistant
• Gaffer
• Key Grip
• Sound Mixer

Compensation:

• Production Assistant (PA): $300/day
• Make-Up Artist: $500/day
• Wardrobe Assistant: $400/day
• Gaffer: $500/day
• Key Grip: $500/day
• Sound Mixer: $750/day