Tropfest Short Film Casting Call for “S C R E E C H”

Girls of Chinese Heritage for Feature Film

Job Description

A new feature film shooting in Adelaide, Australia, is seeking girls of Chinese heritage for paid acting roles. This opportunity is open to young performers with or without previous acting experience. Casting is looking for Adelaide-based talent who are enthusiastic, comfortable on camera, and excited to take part in a professional feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a role in a feature film production
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate naturally and confidently in assigned scenes
• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members and crew
• Bring personality and authenticity to the role

Requirements

• Girls ages 8–15
• Must be of Chinese heritage
• No previous acting experience required
• Must be willing and enthusiastic to perform on camera
• Must be based in Adelaide, Australia

Compensation

• Paid roles

Australian Feature Film – Actors With Down Syndrome

Job Description

An Australian feature film is seeking two confident performers with Down syndrome for paid roles in a professional production filming in Sydney. Casting is open to talent ages 25–35 with strong personalities, fluent English, and an interest in acting. Previous professional acting experience is welcome but not required. The production encourages performers from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a professional Australian feature film.
• Memorize scripted lines and perform scenes with another actor.
• Bring confidence, personality, and a strong screen presence to the character.
• Take direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming.

Requirements

• Performers with Down syndrome ages 25–35.
• Men and women are encouraged to apply.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Must be confident memorizing and performing scripted lines.
• Strong personality and screen presence encouraged.
• No previous professional acting experience required.
• Male performers from Lebanese or Arab cultural backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply, although casting is open to diverse backgrounds.

Compensation

• All roles are paid.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected performers.

Hispanic and Latino Men for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is conducting an Australia-wide casting search for Hispanic and Latino men to appear in an upcoming movie. Casting is seeking men ages 50–70 who can bring an authentic and natural presence to the screen. No previous acting experience is necessary, making this paid feature film opportunity open to both experienced performers and first-time actors interested in working on a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in an upcoming feature film
• Deliver natural and authentic on-camera performances
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team
• Participate in rehearsals, wardrobe, and other production requirements as needed
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout filming

Requirements

• Hispanic or Latino men, ages 50–70
• Must be based in Australia
• No previous acting experience required
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to follow direction in a professional film environment
• Reliable and available for required production commitments

Compensation

• Paid roles; rates and compensation will be discussed with selected talent

Identical Twins for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting identical twins for paid roles in an upcoming production. The casting search is open to male or female identical twins ages 12–15 who are based in Australia or New Zealand. No previous acting experience is necessary, making this an exciting opportunity for young twins interested in appearing in a professional feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as identical twins in a feature film production.
• Participate in scheduled filming and production activities.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team.
• Work cooperatively and professionally while on set.
• Maintain consistency during scenes and multiple takes.

Requirements

• Identical twins, male or female.
• Ages 12–15.
• Must be based in Australia or New Zealand.
• No acting experience necessary.
• Parent or guardian involvement required for minors.

Compensation

• Paid roles; specific rates not provided.

Job Description

Agency 888 is seeking male and female extras for an upcoming feature film shooting on the Gold Coast, Queensland. The production is specifically seeking children ages 7–15 and adults ages 30–60 of Afghan, Uzbek, or Pakistani heritage. Filming is scheduled to take place between September 28 and November 20, 2026. Applicants must be located in South East Queensland or Northern New South Wales and meet the production’s payment and availability requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an extra in scenes for an upcoming feature film
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain professional and reliable conduct on set
• Attend required filming dates during the production period
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled calls
• Participate in background scenes as directed

Requirements

• Male and female extras
• Ages 7–15 or 30–60
• Must have a superannuation fund and Tax File Number (TFN)
• Applicants should confirm in their email that they are available for all required dates and have a superannuation fund and TFN

Compensation

Paid.