PROJECT
Rich
FORMAT
Silent Short Film with Live Piano Music
LOOKING FOR
South Asian Mother
Female
Playing Age: 50–60s
LOCATION
Greater London
SHOOT DATES
1 day between 7th–10th August 2026
COMPENSATION
Unpaid
Expenses covered
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PROJECT
Project Shadow
PRODUCTION
Student Film Trailer
Manchester Youth Film School
LOOKING FOR
MUM
Female
Playing Age: 35–50
Warm, caring and protective
A small but emotionally important role featured in the opening of the trailer
Short scene with a few lines of dialogue
SCENE
A heartfelt moment between a mother and her daughter before school. She notices a scar on her daughter's head and gently expresses concern, setting up the mystery that unfolds throughout the trailer.
LOCATION
Gatley Village, Stockport
SHOOT DATES
Monday 28th July or Tuesday 29th July
Exact date to be confirmed
TIMINGS
Approximately 1 hour of filming
Scheduled between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm
COMPENSATION
Volunteer unpaid role
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LOOKING FOR
THE FATHER
Male
Early to mid 30s
South Asian or Middle Eastern heritage
Medium to deep complexion
Athletic, commanding physical presence
No dialogue – entirely visual performance
THE WIFE
Female
Late 20s to early 30s
White European, Mediterranean or Eastern European heritage
Fair to light complexion
Graceful, warm presence
No dialogue – entirely visual performance
THE SON
Male
Early to mid 30s
South Asian, Middle Eastern or Mixed Heritage
Light to medium complexion
Athletic, commanding physical presence
No dialogue – entirely visual performance
THE SISTER
Female
Late 20s to early 30s
South Asian, Middle Eastern or Mixed Heritage
Light to medium complexion
Natural, unaffected presence
No dialogue – entirely visual performance
LOCATION
Manchester
SHOOT DATES
Weekend of 14–15 August or 21–22 August 2026
COMPENSATION
Expenses paid (travel and food)
Portfolio footage provided
Copy of the finished film and professional stills
Unpaid role
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Couples welcome to apply together
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PROJECT
Addendum
LOOKING FOR
LEAD – Al
ROLE DETAILS
Playing Age: 25–35
Not gender specific
Disenfranchised and lacking purpose
Decides to spend their final day searching for meaning
Must be comfortable smoking (nicotine-free and tobacco-free prop cigarettes can be provided)
Must be available in August
SUPPORT – Unnamed Stranger
ROLE DETAILS
Playing Age: 50+ (No maximum age)
Confident improvising
Required for a maximum of one day in August
LOCATION
Merseyside
Liverpool City Centre and West Wirral must be easily accessible
SHOOT DATES
August
3–4 shooting days
COMPENSATION
Unpaid
Revenue share (equity) if the film generates income
Travel expenses covered
Plant-based food, drinks and coffee provided
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PROJECT
Retelling
Short Film
Psychological Drama
LOOKING FOR
June
Lead Role
ROLE DETAILS
Female
Playing Age: 22–28 (Flexible)
White ethnicity
Naturalistic acting with strong on-screen presence
Able to convey optimism, sincerity and quiet confidence
Previous acting experience welcomed but not essential
LOCATION
Leeds
SHOOT DATES
4th–5th August 2026
RUNNING TIME
Approx. 10 minutes
COMPENSATION
Acting fee available
Meals and coffee provided
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PROJECT
Afterglow
FORMAT
Feature Film
LOGLINE
Ava discovers a banned grief-tech capsule that promises to reconnect her with a deceased loved one. After using it beyond the recommended timeframe, she unknowingly invites an ancient malevolent entity into her life.
LOOKING FOR
Alex Blakemore
Female Identifying
Playing Age: 20
Mechanic
ROLE DETAILS
Alex is Ava's older sister. Protective and determined to keep the family together, she balances caring for others with protecting herself. She has a tough exterior while dealing with her own struggles.
LOCATION
Sheffield
SHOOT
Later this year
COMPENSATION
Paid
Expenses covered
PREFERENCE
Actors based in Sheffield or the surrounding areas
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PROJECT
Final Circle
FORMAT
Independent Short Film (Cyber-Crime Thriller)
LOGLINE
Two police officers investigate the disappearance of a teenage gamer and uncover a predator using AI-generated identities to manipulate vulnerable young people.
LOOKING FOR
PC James Buckwright
Male or Male Presenting
Playing Age: 25–40
Polished, confident and by the book. A Sandhurst graduate turned police officer who believes every problem has a right solution. Intelligent, ambitious and disciplined. Looking for an actor who can balance authority with subtle humour, vulnerability and strong dramatic instincts.
PC Elliot Williams
Male or Male Presenting
Playing Age: 25–40
Grounded, adaptable and emotionally intelligent. Relies on instinct and lived experience over formal training. Warm, witty and quietly brilliant. Looking for an actor with natural comic timing, authenticity and excellent on-screen chemistry.
LOCATION
Hayes and Harlington, London
SHOOT DATES
11th & 12th August 2026
COMPENSATION
Unpaid
Reasonable travel expenses and catering provided
IMDb credit and showreel footage provided
CASTING
Open to performers of all backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities and lived experiences
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PROJECT
Studio Clothing Shoot with Designer
LOOKING FOR
Male Model
ROLE DETAILS
Height: 180cm and above
LOCATION
London
SHOOT DATE
3rd August
COMPENSATION
Paid
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you must be a member.
PROJECT
Model Shoot
LOOKING FOR
Unsigned models
LOCATION
London
SHOOT DATE
29th July
TIMINGS
1–2 hours
COMPENSATION
Paid in store credit
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PROJECT
Backpedal
Black comedy short film based on a true story
LOGLINE
After an expectant father finds his stolen bike for sale online, he informs the police, but when they refuse to go after those responsible, he takes matters into his own hands.
LOOKING FOR
Sergeant Chasey
ROLE DETAILS
Female
Playing age 40–50
CHARACTER BIO
An experienced and respected police officer who spends too much time training her dim-witted police partner rather than tackling crime
LOCATION
Manchester
SHOOT DATE
18th September
COMPENSATION
Paid
£60 for half-day shooting
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