USC Grad Capstone Short Film Open Casting Call

Job Description

A paid comedy short film is casting a female actor to portray Megan, a key supporting character in an upcoming production. The role calls for a grounded, quirky performer who can bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to a university professor leading a close-knit friend group. This is a great opportunity for actors seeking experience in an independent comedy film with a multi-day production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Megan in a comedy short film.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-screen performance.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members during filming.
• Follow creative direction and maintain character consistency.
• Attend the scheduled multi-day production.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• White.
• Ages 21–32.
• Able to portray a quirky, grounded, and peace-keeping personality.
• Comfortable playing a university Women’s Studies professor.
• Submit a headshot and demo reel for consideration.

Compensation

• Paid acting role.

Judith Casting Call

Job Description

An independent film is casting an actress to portray Judith, a devoted mother faced with impossible moral choices to protect her family. Casting directors are looking for a performer capable of delivering a powerful, emotionally complex performance in this pivotal role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Judith in dramatic film scenes.
• Deliver emotionally compelling performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

• Female, ages 30–40.
• Strong dramatic acting experience.
• Able to portray emotional depth and resilience.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Matias Casting Call

Job Description

An independent film is seeking a young actor to portray Matias, one of the story’s central siblings. Casting directors are looking for a performer who can capture the energy, practicality, and resourcefulness of a determined young boy navigating extraordinary circumstances. This is a strong supporting role in an emotionally driven film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Matias in dramatic film scenes.
• Perform emotional and character-driven moments.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

• Male, ages 12–15.
• Able to portray an energetic, practical, and resourceful character.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Gabriella Casting Call

Job Description

An independent film is casting a young actress to portray Gabriella, one of the lead siblings in a dramatic coming-of-age story. Casting directors are seeking a performer who can portray a compassionate and idealistic young girl struggling between her strong convictions and the pressure to conform. This emotionally layered role offers an opportunity to bring depth and authenticity to a compelling character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gabriella in dramatic film scenes.
• Deliver emotionally nuanced performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

• Female, ages 12–15.
• Able to portray a selfless, idealistic character.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is seeking an actress to portray Tracey, a supporting character whose bold personality leaves a lasting impression. A confident fitness trainer with an outspoken nature, Tracey isn’t afraid to challenge those around her or speak her mind. Though a supporting role, she plays an important part in shaping the film’s interpersonal dynamics and emotional tension.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tracey in supporting scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and cast.
• Deliver confident, engaging performances.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as required.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 20s–30s.
• Athletic appearance preferred.
• Strong on-screen presence.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving proof-of-concept short film is casting Roc, an important member of the ensemble cast. Roc is charismatic, funny, and effortlessly magnetic, serving as the emotional heartbeat of the friend group. His humor and authenticity keep everyone connected, even as buried conflicts threaten to pull the group apart. This role is ideal for an actor with excellent comedic instincts and dramatic range.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Roc in key ensemble scenes.
• Deliver authentic dramatic and comedic performances.
• Collaborate with the cast and creative team.
• Attend rehearsals and filming.
• Bring warmth, humor, and emotional depth to the role.

Requirements

• Black man in his 30s.
• Authentic Detroit roots or background encouraged.
• Strong acting and improvisation skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is looking for an actor to portray Pierre, a core ensemble lead in this documentary-style drama. Pierre is a nationally recognized fitness personality and former Division I athlete whose growing fame contrasts with his humble, grounded personality. Beneath his calm and dependable nature lies a man who often puts others before himself, creating a compelling role that blends quiet strength with emotional vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Pierre throughout the film.
• Perform dramatic and relationship-focused scenes.
• Collaborate with the ensemble cast.
• Attend rehearsals and filming.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Black man in his 30s.
• Athletic build.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving production is casting Gabby, a vibrant member of the core ensemble cast. Set during a reunion filled with tension and revelations, Gabby brings warmth, humor, and infectious energy to her friend group. As a newlywed and new mother, she embraces life wholeheartedly while naturally becoming the friend everyone turns to for encouragement and advice. The role calls for strong comedic timing and genuine emotional presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gabby in ensemble scenes.
• Work closely with the cast and director.
• Deliver authentic comedic and dramatic moments.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain consistency throughout production.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Strong natural acting ability.
• Comfortable with dialogue-driven performances.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is seeking an actress to portray Charleigh, a core ensemble character in this emotionally driven short film. As the documentary-style story unfolds, Charleigh emerges as a poised and intelligent recent medical school graduate whose logical approach to life often masks the compassion beneath the surface. This role offers the opportunity to portray a strong, complex woman balancing confidence with emotional restraint.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Charleigh throughout the ensemble storyline.
• Collaborate with cast and production during rehearsals and filming.
• Deliver emotionally grounded performances.
• Support key dramatic and dialogue-driven scenes.
• Take direction from the creative team.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Brown to dark complexion.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving proof-of-concept short film is casting Zhuri, one of the ensemble leads. Set against the backdrop of a Friendsgiving reunion that spirals into chaos, the film follows a documentary crew uncovering hidden truths, fractured friendships, and long-buried emotions. Zhuri is an aspiring actress navigating heartbreak while struggling to protect herself emotionally. Though she appears confident and unbothered, she hides deep vulnerability, making this a layered dramatic role requiring emotional depth and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Zhuri with emotional authenticity and depth.
• Collaborate with the director and ensemble cast.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver a compelling dramatic performance.
• Help bring the story’s central relationships to life.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Brown to dark complexion.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.
• Atlanta local hires preferred.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Persistence of Memory is casting Griffin, a featured male role filming in Washington, D.C. Griffin is a former romantic connection who appears throughout the story as a memory. Producers are seeking an actor who can portray quiet confidence, patience, and emotional depth with a subtle, natural performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Griffin in the short film.
• Deliver emotionally nuanced performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 18 to early 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Able to portray a calm, patient, and emotionally grounded character.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

The Persistence of Memory is seeking an actress for the featured role of Julie in an upcoming short film filming in Washington, D.C. Casting directors are searching for a naturally expressive performer who can deliver a grounded, emotionally honest performance while portraying an authentic suburban young woman.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Julie in the short film.
• Perform emotionally driven scenes.
• Collaborate with the production team and fellow actors.
• Attend rehearsals and scheduled filming.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the project.

Requirements

• Female, ages 18 to early 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Natural suburban appearance.
• Authentic and emotionally grounded acting style.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.