Casting Call: Non-Union Short Student Film
Job Description:
Anne Chapman Casting together with VCUarts Cinema is seeking talented actors for an upcoming non-union short student film. The film explores the dark consequences of unchecked ambition in the world of social media, revolving around a popular influencer who unwittingly poisons her fans with a sinister cosmetic product. Actors should be prepared for a challenging yet rewarding experience that involves complex emotional performances and special makeup effects.
Roles Available:
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[MAEVE] – Lead Role
- Age/Gender: 20s, Female
- Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
- Compensation: $275 per day
- Shooting Days: June 11, 12, & 13, 2024
- Character Traits: Conceals insecurities with a cheerful online persona, desperate for fame at any cost.
- Requirements: Comfort with profanity, filming without makeup, stunt work including collapsing, and extensive makeup effects (fake rashes, blood, etc.).
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[BUSINESS REP] – Supporting Role
- Age/Gender: 30s, Male
- Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
- Compensation: $175 per day
- Shooting Days: 2 days between June 11-13, 2024
- Character Traits: Tall, fit, handsome with an artificial, plastic appearance. Charismatic yet indifferent to the harm caused.
- Requirements: Comfort with makeup effects resembling plastic surgery.
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[LISA] – Supporting Role
- Age/Gender: 18 to early 20s, Female
- Ethnicity: All Ethnicities
- Compensation: $175 per day
- Shooting Days: 2 days between June 11-13, 2024
- Character Traits: Naïve and obsessed fan, whose life revolves around Maeve.
- Requirements: Comfort with profanity, stunts including collapsing and coughing up fake blood, and makeup effects (rashes, scabs, etc.).
Responsibilities:
- Deliver compelling performances in accordance with the director’s vision.
- Participate in makeup and costume fittings as required.
- Collaborate with cast and crew to ensure a cohesive production environment.
- Adhere to scheduled call times and remain on set for the duration of shooting days.
Requirements:
- Prior acting experience in film or theater preferred.
- Strong ability to portray complex emotional states and physical reactions.
- Professionalism and dedication to the craft.
- Must be able to work legally in the United States.
- Comfort with content that includes profanity, blood, and depiction of skin injuries.
Compensation: $175-$275 per day, depending on role
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Casting Call for Waitress Role – Lifetime Thriller Feature Film
Job Description: We are seeking a talented female actor, aged 20-35, to portray a warm and welcoming waitress in an upcoming Lifetime thriller feature film. This background role requires someone who can exude genuine charm and create a hospitable atmosphere on screen, making everyone around her feel at home.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a friendly and approachable waitress, contributing to the film’s setting and character interactions.
- Deliver a warm, inviting performance that enhances the authenticity of the scene.
- Participate in fittings and possible rehearsals to ensure the character’s appearance and demeanor align with the film’s vision.
- Maintain a professional attitude on set, including punctuality and preparedness for potentially long shooting days.
Requirements:
- Female, aged 20-35 years old.
- Must be able to convey a warm, welcoming personality.
- Prior experience in acting or hospitality is preferred but not required.
- Must be available to work as a local hire in the Nashville area.
- Ability to commit to being on set for 12+ hours, though actual filming time may vary.
Compensation:
- $100.00 for 8 hours, with an 8-hour guarantee.
- Time and a half pay after 8 hours.
- This role offers the chance to gain experience in a professional film production and contribute to a major television network’s thriller project.