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Job Description
A 10-minute student film is casting young actresses to portray the main characters in “flashback” scenes for a heartfelt coming-of-age story. The project follows the memories of two women who were childhood best friends, drifted apart, and eventually find romance while facing a fearful night together.

This is a SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Project that will meet all union requirements. While these roles are unpaid, selected performers will receive food on set and a digital copy of the film for their reel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray younger versions of the film’s lead characters in flashback sequences

• Participate in on-location filming in residential and outdoor settings

• Take direction from the student filmmaker and production team

• For teen roles, perform an intimate scene that includes a kiss (no nudity and no additional physical contact)

Roles

1955 Timeline:

• Young Alex (Age 9): Petite; much shorter than Chris. May be portrayed by a slightly younger actor.

• Young Chris (Age 9): Taller than Alex; may be portrayed by an older actress who can believably play younger.

1959 Timeline:

• Preteen Alex (Age 13): Petite; may be played by an actress as young as 11.

• Preteen Chris (Age 13): Taller than Alex; may be played by a teen who appears younger.

1964–1968 Timeline:

• Teen Alex (Age 18–20): Actress must be over 18; early 20s acceptable.

• Teen Chris (Age 18–20): Actress must be over 18; early 20s acceptable.

Requirements

• Open to young actresses who fit the listed age ranges

• Parent or guardian must be present at all times for minors

• Teen roles require performers over 18

• Comfortable performing a scripted kiss (teen roles only)

• Submit headshot and resume

• Period-appropriate wardrobe encouraged if available

Compensation

• Unpaid

• Food provided on set

• Digital copy of the film for reel use

• SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Project (union requirements will be met)