Job Description
A fantasy/horror short film is now casting for the lead role in an upcoming Tropfest project. The story follows a young woman who, after receiving an ultimatum from the only family she has left, is forced into a nightmarish journey through her own subconscious as she confronts long-buried guilt and emotional trauma. This is an opportunity for an actor capable of delivering layered, nuanced performances and portraying intense internal conflict.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray the emotional and psychological depth of the protagonist
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Deliver a performance that shifts between subtle restraint and moments of raw vulnerability
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Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring a complex character to life
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Participate in all required rehearsals and filming days
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Follow direction and remain adaptable in a genre-blended fantasy/horror environment
Role Details
Rosario — Protagonist
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Age: Early to mid-20s
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Gender: Female
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Physical: Hispanic/Latina background preferred
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Character Description:
Rosario is a layered contradiction — observant yet guarded, accommodating yet analytical. Although she reveals little verbally, her face and body betray the emotions she hides. Years of suppressing guilt have made concealment second nature, but when the ultimatum arrives from the last family member she has left, her practiced composure fractures. What emerges is everything she’s spent years avoiding.
Requirements
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Strong acting ability, especially in emotional and psychological storytelling
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Comfortable performing in fantasy/horror settings
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Ability to portray subtle expressions as well as intense emotional beats
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Must submit the required application materials
Compensation
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Unpaid, but catering provided during shoot days
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Actors of Caribbean Heritage for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film is casting men and women of Caribbean heritage for small speaking and background roles in an upcoming production. The casting team is particularly interested in individuals with Jamaican backgrounds who can bring authenticity and personality to the project. This opportunity is open to both experienced performers and newcomers interested in appearing in a professional feature film.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear in small roles within a feature film production
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Deliver natural and authentic on-camera performances
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Follow direction from the director and production team during filming
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Participate in scheduled filming days as required
Requirements
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Men and women of Caribbean heritage
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Ages 20–60
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Must be based in Australia
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Particularly interested in individuals with Jamaican backgrounds
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No acting experience required
Compensation
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Paid feature film opportunity
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Work may range from 1–3 filming days
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