Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
Seeking a sharp and energetic performer to play Marcus — the flashy and arrogant rival boxer in a character-driven short film about pride, downfall, and underground fights. Marcus is not just a physical threat, but a psychological one, taunting opponents and exploiting their weaknesses with lightning speed. The role is action-heavy and calls for physicality, charisma, and attitude. Filming will be based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform stylized, high-energy boxing choreography in key fight sequences

• Portray a cocky and confident persona with sharp delivery and swagger

• Engage in face-offs and verbal confrontations with the protagonist

• Contribute to scenes that require agility, combat precision, and dramatic presence

• Participate in rehearsals and coordinate with the stunt/fight choreographer

Requirements

• Male actor in late 20s, lean and athletic build

• Height ideally between 5’6″ to 5’8″

• Must have boxing, martial arts, or similar movement training

• Confident in portraying a showman-type fighter with a sharp tongue

• Must be available to shoot in San Francisco/Bay Area

Compensation

• Rate negotiable depending on experience

• On-set meals and production support included

• Role offers excellent fight-focused footage for actor reels

Job Description
The student-led production team of In Summer is casting for their next coming-of-age short film. This project centers on a teenage girl’s summer experience and emotional growth as she navigates new relationships. The film is non-union, unpaid, and geared toward building IMDb credit and providing hands-on experience for young actors.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray the lead character “Ophelia” in a scripted short film

• Participate in callbacks, table reads, and rehearsals as scheduled

• Collaborate with the director and team to deliver an emotionally layered and creative performance

• Comfortable filming scenes with close proximity or potential kiss scene

Requirements
• Role: Ophelia – A girl who is optimistic, sassy, a little naive, and loves filming life’s adventures. She is creative and the younger sister of Oliver. (Lead role)

• Age Range: 15–20

• No specific ethnicity or race required

• Must be available for:
– Callback: July 1
– Table Read/Fitting: July 17
– Shoot Dates: July 21–25

• Location: Melbourne, FL

• Submit headshot, resume, reel (if available), and character name

Compensation
• Unpaid

• IMDb credit and meals provided

Job Description
AM Productions is casting for In Summer, a coming-of-age short film created by a student-led team. The story explores teen friendships and emotional discovery during one girl’s summer journey. This is a non-union, unpaid role offering IMDb credit and on-set experience for young performers.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray the character “Finn,” a key figure in the film’s narrative

• Engage in scenes that require warmth, inclusion, and emotional awareness

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to build an authentic teen dynamic

• Comfort with filming scenes involving close proximity or a kiss scene

Requirements
• Role: Finn – Energetic, extroverted, considerate, and always inclusive. Finn is open, caring, and Oliver’s best friend. (Lead role)

• Age Range: 15–20

• No specific ethnicity or race required

• Must be available for:
– Callback: July 1
– Table Read/Fitting: July 17
– Shoot Dates: July 21–25

• Location: Melbourne, FL

Compensation
• Unpaid

• IMDb credit and meals provided

Job Description
In Summer is a coming-of-age short film directed by a passionate student team. The project explores teen identity and sibling dynamics during a transformative summer. This casting call is for the supporting role of Oliver, a bright and bold older brother who lights up every scene he enters.

Job Responsibilities
• Play the character “Oliver,” supporting the lead character’s emotional journey

• Convey charisma, spontaneity, and sibling chemistry with lead actors

• Participate in scheduled callbacks, table reads, and shoot days

Requirements
• Role: Oliver – Rowdy, upbeat, bubbly, and impulsive. A charismatic teen who charms everyone and knows how to command a room. He is Ophelia’s older brother. (Supporting role)

• Age Range: 15–20

• No specific ethnicity or race required

• Must be available for:
– Callback: July 1
– Table Read/Fitting: July 17
– Shoot Dates: July 21–25

Compensation
• Unpaid

• IMDb credit and meals provided

Job Description
An offbeat short film blending dark comedy and satire is casting for a supporting male role. The Old Man is a two-faced character who starts as a wise, philosophical mentor but quickly devolves into a hypocritical figure obsessed with youth and beauty. This character adds sharp irony and exaggerated humor to the film’s theme of moral collapse.

Job Responsibilities
• Play a dual-natured character who shifts from sage mentor to comically flawed figure

• Deliver a performance that balances gravitas with absurd comedic timing

• Participate in pivotal scenes that offer thematic contrast and comic relief

• Collaborate with the lead cast and director to shape the film’s satirical tone

Requirements
• Male actor, age range 50s–60s

• Strong comedic instincts with the ability to portray ironic transformation

• Experience with character-driven storytelling and satire

• Open to playing exaggerated, unconventional roles

Job Description
Casting is underway for Keisha, a lead role in the one-day short film shoot Line of Fire, filming tonight in Decatur, GA. This gritty, emotionally intense crime short centers around a patrol officer’s race to protect Keisha, a terrified young woman at the heart of a dangerous criminal web. Ideal for actors looking to gain reel footage and IMDb credit.

Character Breakdown – Keisha
• Female, early 20s

• A scared but fiercely protective young woman

• Vulnerable and emotionally raw; caught between survival instinct and trauma

• Running not only from the law, but from something far more sinister

• Carries a blend of fear, grit, and flickers of hope

Requirements
• Must be available tonight from 8 PM to 4 AM

• Comfortable performing emotionally charged scenes

• Able to bring depth, nuance, and realism to a character in crisis

• Must be local to or able to travel to Decatur, GA

Compensation
• Non-paid
• Footage provided for actor reel
• IMDb credit included

Job Description
The production team behind Line of Fire, a one-day indie crime short, is seeking a strong actor for the role of Detective Carter. Filming takes place tonight in Decatur, GA. This character plays a pivotal role as the embodiment of corruption and deception within law enforcement. Ideal for performers looking to add a powerful antagonist to their reel and gain IMDb credit.

Character Breakdown – Detective Carter
• Male, late 30s to 50s

• Cold, calculated, and intimidating

• Represents systemic corruption—commanding but untrustworthy

• A menacing presence cloaked in authority

• Betrayal and danger personified; confident in his control and deception

Requirements
• Must be available tonight from 8 PM to 4 AM

• Ability to deliver a performance that is chilling and commanding

• Strong presence and delivery in confrontational or intense scenes

• Local to Decatur, GA or able to self-report

Compensation
• Non-paid
• Footage provided for actor reel
• IMDb credit included

Job Description
A narrative-driven MFA thesis short film is casting a young female lead for a moving coming-of-age story set in Austin, TX. The film explores themes of identity, change, and family through the eyes of Talya, a 12-year-old Israeli American girl grappling with the life-altering news of her family’s decision to move back to Israel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nuanced emotional journey of a young girl processing complex feelings

• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast to build authentic relationships on screen

• Deliver a grounded performance that captures both vulnerability and strength

• Participate in a scheduled shoot in late January or early February in Austin, TX

Requirements

• Female, age 11–12

• Open to all ethnicities

• Strong acting skills with the ability to carry emotional scenes

• Comfortable working on a student thesis set with a collaborative team environment

Compensation

• Paid day rate

• Meals provided

• On-screen credit

Job Description
Now casting a supporting female role in an emotionally rich MFA thesis short film, Good Night. The story centers around a young girl facing a life-changing family decision, with Noam Levine playing a key role in her personal world. This character adds emotional texture and familial dynamic to the protagonist’s journey.

Job Responsibilities

• Support lead character through naturalistic, emotionally grounded scenes

• Help portray sisterly or peer relationships with authenticity

• Contribute to key moments that shape the lead’s emotional experience

• Work closely with the creative team to deliver a cohesive story

Requirements

• Female, age 15–16

• Open to all ethnicities

• Strong emotional presence and comfort with dramatic material

• Available for filming in Austin, TX in late January or early February

Compensation

• Paid day rate

• Meals provided

• On-screen credit

Job Description
A touching MFA thesis film is seeking a talented female actor to portray Ana Levine, a mother in her early 40s navigating a major family decision. Set in Austin, Good Night explores the emotional upheaval of a family preparing to leave their home and return to Israel. Ana is a central figure whose quiet strength and emotional complexity ground the story’s heart.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a compelling performance as a mother facing emotional conflict

• Portray subtle emotional shifts through nuanced acting

• Work closely with a young lead to build an authentic mother-daughter relationship

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled in late January or early February

Requirements

• Female, early 40s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Strong background in dramatic acting preferred

• Must be available to film in Austin, TX

Compensation

• Paid day rate

• Meals provided

• On-screen credit