Now Casting: Earn $25,000 to Lead a Black-and-White Film + 3 More Gigs

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Find your next big gig in today’s casting roundup! A short family drama about a man’s struggle to pass on a missing part of family legacy after his father dies is now seeking its lead. Plus, a high-paying vertical series, a black-and-white feature film, and a social media shoot for Equinox Hotels are casting talent now!

“A Close Shave”

Illumine Films needs talent for “A Close Shave,” a short film about a man’s struggle to rectify a missing legacy from his past through the act of shaving that his father was unable to pass down to him before his death. A Latino actor, age 25–35, is wanted for the starring role of Felipe. An in-person audition will be required. Rehearsals wand filming will take place during the week of May 31 in Brooklyn, New York City. Pay is $216–$300 per day for two days of work.

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“Fated To Be”

Fated To Be,” a vertical series filming in Los Angeles, is now seeking two actors, aged 22–35, for the lead roles. Filming will take place on May 1–5. Pay is $3,500 with copy, credit, and meals provided.

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“Blood and Electricity”

Casting is underway for “Blood and Electricity,” a black-and-white feature film set in 1933 in a little-known coastal New England town. Talent, aged 18–65, is wanted for speaking and nonspeaking roles in the film, including multiple leads. Production is also hiring several crew roles, including an assistant director. Rehearsals will begin in May, followed by filming through the summer primarily in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, and ADR during the summer and fall. Pay for the lead roles is $10,000–$25,000. All other roles will receive a profit share or are unpaid. Lodging and meals will be provided.

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Equinox Hotels Social Content Shoot

NYC-based actors, aged 18–40, are wanted for four principal roles in a shoot for Equinox Hotel at Hudson Yards. Filming will occur on May 22 or 23. Pay is $500 with meals and copy provided.

Want this gig? Apply here.

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