Don’t miss any of today’s top gigs! Play the Willy Wonka-esque lead role in a short, vignette-style promo film for an indie video game. Plus, proof-of-concept short for an indie sports drama, a holiday short film, and a Texas public health ad are casting now!
Independent Video Game Company Short Film
Casting is underway for a short vignette-style promo film for an indie video game that combines whimsical fantasy with graphic horror and dark comedy. A Los Angeles-based male actor with strong physical comedy skills, age 18 or older, is sought to play Volvy, the Willy Wonka-esque lead character. Talent will work over three days TBD in L.A. Pay is $1,500 to $2,500.
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“Shin To Shin”
Join the cast of the proof-of-concept short for “Shin To Shin,” an indie sports drama set against the backdrop of a team preparing for America’s largest Muay Thai tournament. Two California-based actors, aged 18–28, are sought for the lead role of Jessie and the supporting role of Tyler. Prior hands-on Muay Thai or kickboxing training is strongly preferred for both roles. Filming is tentatively scheduled for January 2027 in the Long Beach area. Pay is $600 to $900 for the supporting role (three days of work) and $1,250 to $1,750 for the lead role (five days of work) with meals provided on set.
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“CTV”
A Florida-based actor, age 18–40, is sought to star in a holiday short film. Experience with skits/character work, commercial-style or CTV content, and on-camera acting is preferred. Talent will work in South Florida with dates TBD. Pay is $1,000 to $3,000.
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Public Health Ad (DFW)
Texas-based actors, aged 20–33, are sought for lead and supporting roles for a public health advertisement centered on STIs. Talent will work in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Nov. 17–18. Pay is $400 for supporting roles and $1,500 for the lead role.
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