Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A collaborative student production is seeking multiple crew members for “With These Chains,” a 1920s gothic film noir shooting in Sydney and Western Sydney, Australia. The dark, theatrical short film follows Lilith, portrayed as the first woman to become a night demon, and explores themes of power, manipulation, captivity, murder, and religious conflict. The production is looking for creative and reliable crew members across several departments.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the production throughout filming based on the assigned department.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and other crew members.
• Help maintain an organized and efficient production environment.
• Contribute to the film’s distinctive 1920s gothic and film noir aesthetic.
• Complete department-specific responsibilities during production.

Requirements

• Seeking crew for the following positions:
  • 1st Assistant Director
  • 1st Assistant Camera
  • 2nd Assistant Camera
  • Production Designer
  • Set Designer / Dresser
  • Makeup Artist
  • Hair Stylist
  • Production Runners / General Crew
• Must be comfortable working on a collaborative student production.
• Must be available to work in Sydney or Western Sydney, Australia.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Collaborative student production offering practical on-set experience.

Female Model for Fashion Campaign

Job Description

A fashion brand is seeking a female model for an upcoming campaign shoot in Sydney, Australia. This opportunity is open to new talent with a natural, confident on-camera presence and enthusiasm for fashion. No previous modeling experience is required. The selected model should be available for an early October casting and the campaign shoot in mid-October.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for an upcoming fashion campaign in Sydney.
• Participate in the required casting and campaign shoot.
• Pose and move naturally and confidently in front of the camera.
• Follow creative direction from the photography and production teams.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude throughout the campaign.

Requirements

• Female model.
• Australian size 6–8.
• Height between 165–172 cm.
• Natural and confident on camera.
• No previous modeling experience required.
• Must be available for an early October casting.
• Must be available for the campaign shoot in mid-October.
• Must be able to work in Sydney, Australia.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed

Job Description

Allsorts Casting is seeking male background talent for an upcoming high-profile international feature film shooting across Sydney. The production is looking for a diverse mix of men with distinctive, interesting, and characterful looks. No previous acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background extra in a feature film production.
• Participate in filming as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain professional conduct.
• Be available for potential filming opportunities throughout October.

Requirements

• Men ages 20–60.
• Must be based in Sydney.
• All backgrounds, body types, sizes, and personal styles are encouraged.
• Tattoos, facial hair, and distinctive looks are welcome.
• Good availability throughout October is preferred.
• No previous acting experience required.

Compensation

• Paid extras work.
• MEAA rates.

Job Description

A Sydney-based fashion brand is seeking models for an upcoming collection. This model call is looking for talent interested in collaborating on the brand’s forthcoming fashion release and participating in associated modeling work.

Job Responsibilities

• Model pieces from an upcoming fashion collection.
• Participate in fashion content associated with the collection.
• Follow creative direction during the modeling project.
• Represent the collection professionally on camera.

Requirements

• Models based in or available to work in Sydney, Australia.
• Comfortable modeling fashion and apparel.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A commercial production is conducting a casting search across New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland for real, experienced fishermen ages 30–60. The team is specifically looking for authentic people from the fishing world, including fishermen, fishmongers, boat workers, and others who have spent significant time around the ocean and fishing industry. Casting is interested in distinctive, genuine personalities with real fishing experience, interesting stories, and an authentic appearance shaped by life around fish, salt, sun, boats, and the ocean.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial production as authentic fishing talent.
• Bring genuine fishing knowledge, personality, and real-world experience to the project.
• Participate naturally on camera rather than portraying a traditional scripted model.
• Travel to New Zealand for the production if selected.

Requirements

• Men ages 30–60.
• Must be based in New South Wales, Victoria, or Queensland.
• Fishermen, fishmongers, boat workers, and experienced ocean-based individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Distinctive appearances, personalities, and interesting fishing stories are welcomed.
• Twin brothers who genuinely fish together are strongly encouraged to submit.
• Must have a valid passport with at least six months remaining before expiry.

Compensation

• $5,000 shoot fee.
• Additional $14,000 if featured in the final edit, less applicable tax.
• Potential total compensation of up to $19,000 per person.
• Flights to New Zealand provided.
• Accommodation in New Zealand provided.

Job Description

Bondi Born is seeking a Sydney-based UGC creator to produce natural, stylish fashion content for the brand. This paid opportunity is ideal for someone who feels confident on camera, has a strong personal sense of style, and can speak naturally about clothing and how it feels to wear. Applicants will be asked to create a short video featuring a favorite dress from their own wardrobe, walking through the piece and describing their experience wearing it. Selected creators may also have the opportunity to be booked for a full shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Create authentic, engaging UGC-style fashion content.
• Appear confidently and naturally on camera.
• Showcase a favorite dress from your own wardrobe.
• Talk viewers through the dress and describe how it feels to wear.
• Represent the brand with an individual and genuine sense of style.

Requirements

• Must be based in Sydney, Australia.
• Must be confident on camera.
• Sample size 1 or 2.
• Must have a distinct personal sense of style.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Selected talent may have the chance to be booked for a full shoot.

Job Description

A student short film in Sydney is casting an actor for the featured role of Bartender in a deadpan crime parody. The character is actually an undercover agent whose job is to remain unnoticed while observing three criminals who have unexpectedly gathered at the same bar. The Bartender must blend naturally into the environment while quietly gathering information, remaining prepared to step into action when necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the featured role of the Bartender.
• Portray an undercover agent attempting to remain unnoticed.
• Interact naturally with the principal characters while maintaining the character’s cover.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Perform required action or dramatic moments within the story.

Requirements

• Actors ages 20–30.
• Open to any gender.
• Any accent accepted.
• Comfortable with subtle, character-driven performance.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering, screen credit, and a final copy of the film provided.

Job Description

A Sydney student short film is seeking a male actor for the main role of Keji in a deadpan crime parody. Keji is a composed and stoic character who speaks little, observes everything, and maintains quiet authority even when surrounded by chaos. The character rarely raises his voice and prefers measured words and stillness, but carries an underlying sense of danger when circumstances become confrontational.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the main role of Keji.
• Portray a calm, controlled, and quietly intimidating character.
• Follow creative and performance direction during filming.
• Work alongside the other principal actors throughout the production.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 20–40.
• Able to perform a Japanese accent.
• Strong ability to communicate through controlled physical performance and subtle dialogue.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering, screen credit, and a final copy of the film provided.

Job Description

A student short film in Sydney is casting a male actor for the main role of Archie, a cocky, loud, and naive gangster wannabe in a deadpan crime parody. The story brings together three criminals from distinctly different backgrounds after they unexpectedly arrive at the same bar. Archie is confrontational, easily offended, and constantly looking for recognition. Despite his competitive personality, he remains fiercely loyal to those who have mentored and respected him.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the main role of Archie the Roadman.
• Deliver the character’s loud, confrontational, and comedic personality.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Work effectively with the film’s ensemble cast.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 18–25.
• Able to perform a British/Roadman accent.
• Comfortable performing character-driven comedy.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering, screen credit, and a final copy of the film provided.

Job Description

A Sydney-based student short film is casting a male actor for the main role of Gio, an Italian-American mobster in a deadpan crime parody. The story follows a Roadman, a Yakuza, and a Mobster who unknowingly arrive at the same bar to send off a close mentor, leading to escalating chaos. Gio is charismatic, vulgar, and self-proclaimed cunning, shifting quickly between humorous and intimidating. He values old-school hierarchy but becomes standoffish when someone challenges him as an equal.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the main role of Gio in the short film.
• Balance comedic moments with the character’s intimidating personality.
• Follow performance and creative direction during filming.
• Participate in the production’s experimental smartphone/bodycam-style visual approach.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 30–50.
• Able to perform an Italian-American/mafia accent.
• Strong comedic and dramatic performance ability.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering, screen credit, and a final copy of the film provided.