ACTORS NEEDED – Student Short Film
A student at the University of the Arts (London College of Communication) currently working on a short film for the course. Looking to cast three actors for this project.
Project Title: Out of Frame
A short film about a daughter trying to uncover the face of her late mother, who never left any photos of herself behind.
Roles
1. Lynn – Female, 30s, main character
2. Sara – Female, 20s, Lynn’s mother
3. Lawrence – Male, 50s, Lynn’s father
Open to all ethnicities and races.
Location
All scenes will be filmed in London, Elephant and Castle.
Filming Dates
23rd April to 30th April 2026
Please note this is an unpaid student production. However, travel costs and food will be covered for the duration of filming.
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CASTING CALL
Main Female Role – “The Ties That Bind”
A gritty, independent, self-funded crime drama series currently in production is casting for a main female role.
The series films every couple of weeks, with flexibility for longer blocks where needed to allow time for preparation, rehearsals and blocking.
As this is a self-funded production, the role is currently unpaid while funding is being sought.
In return, cast members will receive:
• Significant screen time
• Professional showreel footage
• IMDb credit
• Experience working alongside a professional crew and actors with credits across ITV, Netflix and Amazon Prime
Locations
County Durham / Darlington / Gateshead / Newcastle
Essential Requirements
• Must be able to drive
• North East England based only
• Strong commitment essential
Role Details
Shantel
Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Accent: London / Oxfordshire
Playing Age: 22–23
Height: 5’5”–5’8”
Build: Slim
Hair: Long, brown or dark
Eyes: Any
Style: Jeans, combats, shirt, boots
Character Synopsis
Shantel is strong-willed, sarcastic and fiercely family-oriented — the kind of big sister who leads by example. A daring and determined police officer, she thrives on adrenaline and has an instinctive sense for danger.
Raised around the job, she works closely with her high-end covert strategist mother, tackling high-stakes criminals and dangerous missions with courage and relentless tenacity.
Having experienced more than most her age — emotionally and physically — she faces adversity head-on. Her world is a constant whirlwind of duty, danger and unbreakable family loyalty.
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CASTING CALL – CHILD PARTICIPANTS (13–15 YEARS OLD)
Stellify Media – Brand-New TV Gameshow
Stellify Media is seeking exceptionally bright young people aged 13–15 for an exciting new television gameshow.
They are particularly looking for young people who demonstrate:
Advanced reasoning skills
Strong problem-solving ability
A genuine love of learning
Confidence in communication
High-level lateral thinking
This opportunity is aimed at young people who may be considered gifted, highly able, or working well above their age level.
About the Show
Participants will take part in fun but intellectually challenging rounds designed to test logic, creativity, memory and lateral thinking — all within a warm and supportive environment.
Filming Details
Location: Suffolk
Dates: Week commencing 27 April – 1 May 2026
Travel and accommodation covered where required.
Eligibility
Applicants must be aged 13–15 and available for filming during the specified week.
Closing Date
Sunday 15 March 2026
For complete details and submission information,
you must be a member.
FINAL YEAR FILM – UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
CASTING CALL
“Much Ado” (Based on the play by William Shakespeare)
A final year student production is casting for key roles in their adaptation.
Roles Available
Claudio
Playing Age: 23–30
Male
Sincere in his love for Hero and genuinely well-meaning in his attempts to help Benedick and Beatrice, though his good intentions sometimes lead to emotional fallout.
Skills: Intermediate Shakespeare training
Shoot Dates: 16th–18th/19th March 2026
Location: Capesthorne Hall
Hero
Playing Age: 20–25
Female
Though soft-spoken, she is far from passive. She drives the central scheme of the story with warmth and playful intelligence. Her love for Claudio is sincere, and her loyalty to Beatrice is unwavering.
Skills: Intermediate Shakespeare training
Shoot Dates: 16th–19th March 2026
Location: Capesthorne Hall
Grandparent
Playing Age: 55–80
Female or Male
A warm and charismatic storyteller who serves as the narrative frame for the play. They have a subtle sparkle, with a touch of mischief and magic, making their presence both comforting and captivating.
Shoot Dates: 21st/22nd March 2026
Location: Mossley, Manchester
All roles are unpaid.
Transport expenses covered and catering provided.
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SEEKING PUPPY FOOTAGE – Paid Commercial Opportunity
Rose Waite Studio is looking for real footage of Golden Retriever and Labrador puppies (around 3 months old) for a fun and playful car commercial.
They are particularly looking for footage of:
Puppy walking towards camera
Panning up to reveal puppy
Puppy playfully bouncing around
Puppy howling
Puppy gnawing on a chew
Puppy rolling around outside / digging in dirt
Puppy nuzzling with nose
Puppy licking a surface (glass preferred)
Puppy peeking around a corner
Tired puppy / curling up to sleep
Open to submissions globally. Paid if featured.
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Urgent Casting Opportunity
Please only apply if you have not yet been cast for "forever home".
Urgently looking for SA's aged between 20 - 50 for the role of "PC".
You will be required for three, continuity days and must be available for all three dates. The dates are 6th March, 16th March and 20th March.
For complete details and submission information,
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CASTING CALL – “Near Miss” (Working Title)
A five-minute student short film shooting in Leeds is seeking two actors. Roles are unpaid.
Roles
Nate (25)
Hungover, chaotic and clinging to the past. Masks insecurity with humour. A lovable mess who slowly realises his old friend has changed a lot.
David (24)
Polished and put-together. Former wild uni guy who has clearly grown up. Calm on the surface, coming from a privileged background.
Synopsis
After five years apart, two former university best friends meet for drinks. What begins as small talk quickly unravels into buried tension, mismatched memories and the uncomfortable realisation that one of them has changed — or perhaps always was this way.
Location
Leeds
Project Type
Student short film
Unpaid roles
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URGENT – FINAL CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM
“Unfortunate Fortunes”
Calling actors based in (or willing to travel to) Aberdeen/Aberdeenshire.
Synopsis
Three crooks attempt to rob a clinic they believe will be the perfect score. Poor planning and sheer incompetence quickly get in the way when the clinic has little to no money. After a near run-in with the police, they turn to a scratch card to change their luck. Fortune appears to be on their side—before it is quite literally snatched from their hands.
Please note: This filming contains a dog. Do not apply if you have an allergy.
Lead Roles
Benz
Male, 20–30
Laidback, often seen as the lazy member of the group. Calm and largely unconcerned about the outcome of situations.
Sully
Male, 20–30
Naive but well-meaning. Frequently clueless about what is happening around him.
Ritch
Male, 20–30
Self-appointed leader. Attempts to act like a professional criminal but often loses control. Short-tempered and easily frustrated.
Extra
Clinic Clerk
Confused as to why two men are robbing a clinic that is closing down.
Filming Dates
2–3 days between 23 March and 5 April 2026
Self-Tape Deadline
Friday 6 March 2026
Please note these roles are unpaid. Food and logistics will be covered by the production team.
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CASTING CALL – “NOT HIM”
Final Year Student Short Film
Filming 23rd–29th March 2026
Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
Still casting for the following roles:
Theo Jones – Male, 50–60 (Supporting)
Beth’s father. A bubbly man who loves practical jokes and his daughter, though he feels their relationship has begun to drift apart.
The Other – Male, 20–30 (Antagonist)
A sly and sinister man, his origin unknown, who just wants to live his life, though he is drawn to the crueller and nastier parts of it.
The Stranger – Male, 30–50 (Supporting)
A confused, eerie presence. Similar to The Other, his origin and life are unknown.
Synopsis
Beth is out for an awkward welcome-home meal with her parents and her girlfriend. Mid-meal, her father goes to the toilet and does not return. In his place, a younger man comes and sits down with them. Beth becomes frightened and searches for her father to no avail, while no one else seems to notice the difference.
All travel expenses paid. Food provided on set.
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Casting Call - Short Folk Horror Film
Writer/Director: Lara Fullalove
Producer: Casper Webb
Shoot Date: 1 day, est. 14 April 2026 (with possible hold on 15 April)
Location: Hourder Plantation, North Bovey (Dartmoor)
Timings: Night shoot, estimated wrap at midnight
Expenses: Pre-approved travel expenses (up to £30)
Catering: Food provided
Costume: Custom costume provided
Engagement: Volunteer basis (unpaid)
Please note: Proposed dates and timings are approximate and subject to change. Production will provide as much notice as possible of any alterations.
THE WOMEN
Supporting Role(s)
Playing age: Late 20s-60s
5 roles available
The women who gather around Kitty’s grave are echoes of the past, symbols of generations who came before. Spirits themselves, they represent the supernatural seeping into reality. They are reincarnations of Kitty - keepers of her story - protectors of the land and its memory.
This is a physical, atmospheric role within a night exterior shoot. Performers should be comfortable working outdoors in rural conditions and low light.
Gender: Female
Appearance: Any
Height: Any
Pay: Unpaid. Travel expenses (up to £30) and catering provided.
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