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My Dating Life Sucks Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting Call

Job Description
A paid, non-union romantic comedy feature film is casting supporting roles, featured roles, day players, and background talent for an upcoming production filming in St. Petersburg, Florida. This project offers IMDb credit and is seeking a wide range of actors who can bring humor, heart, and authentic energy to character-driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a romantic comedy feature film

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and scenes

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Must be 18+ for adult roles (child roles listed below)

• Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable working on a film set

• Open to a wide range of backgrounds and looks depending on role

• Roles available include:

  Supporting Roles

  • Sloan: Female, 35–40, Black. Toni’s ex-girlfriend; lesbian; content creator; image-driven and self-absorbed.

  • Aaron: Male, 30s, Black. Former NFL player turned bar owner; grounded, romantic; Toni’s best friend.

  • Antwan: Male, 30s, Black. Toni’s younger brother; sarcastic, protective, loving.

  • Marcella: Female, 60–70, Black. Toni’s mother; opinionated, dramatic, hilarious.

  • Alfred: Male, 60–70, Black. Toni’s father; warm, playful, wise.

  • Tyler: Male, 40s, Black. Best friend; bold comedic relief; identifies as a gay man.

  • Mia: Female, 40s, Black or Latina. Best friend; married mom; honest, grounded.

  Featured Roles

  • Giselle: Female, 30s, Black. Antwan’s wife; polished, proper, slightly judgmental.

  • Jenna: Female, 18–25, Any ethnicity. Bartender/server; friendly, witty.

  • Michael: Male, Black, 50–60s. Extremely handsome; has a “50 Shades of Grey” date with Toni.

  • Reggie: Male, Black, 30–40. Toni’s church date; “DL” man.

  • Chris: Male, 30–40, Any ethnicity. Under 5’5”; Toni’s date; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Abdul: Male, Black, 30–40. Free-spirited cannabis enthusiast; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Children: Ages 4–8, African American, Latino, and/or racially ambiguous. Natural, expressive kids for family scenes.

  Day Player Roles

  • Dwayne: Male, Black, 21–25. Immature first date; club-focused; “YN” type.

  • Trey: Male, Black, 30–40. Fitness trainer; well-meaning but body-critical.

  • Anita: Female, 40–60, Any ethnicity. Toni’s boss; sharp, supportive professional.

  • John: Male, 35–45, Any ethnicity. Mia’s husband; supportive, family-oriented.

  • Keisha: Female, 20s–30s, Any ethnicity. Sloan’s new partner/fiancée; extremely jealous of Toni.

  • Additional day players (minor/no speaking): bartender, server, pastor, park officer, DJ.

  Background Roles

  • Background actors, 18+, any ethnicity.

Compensation

• Paid, non-union roles (rates not listed)

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Real Family Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real families to appear together in lifestyle restaurant scenes. Production is looking for genuine family units with natural chemistry and distinctive shared features.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in a restaurant setting

• Interact naturally with family members during filming

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Real families with children ages 5–55 (parents included)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Families with 4+ kids are a bonus

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate per person for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

First Nations Male Talent for TV Commercial

Job Description
A paid TV commercial focused on retirement planning is seeking a Sydney-based First Nations man for a featured on-camera role. This is a non-speaking opportunity, but talent must be confident on camera and able to convey natural emotion and presence. No previous acting experience is required, though any experience is welcomed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a TV commercial as a featured character

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Deliver natural, confident performance without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across takes

Requirements

• First Nations male talent, ages 50–65

• Must be Sydney-based (or able to work locally in Sydney)

• No speaking required, but must be confident on camera

• No previous acting experience required (experience is a plus)

Compensation

• Paid role up to $7,000 (for the selected talent)