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07/07/2025

Short films are perfect for your reel!
New Project!
Sting Queen - Crime Thriller Short Film Casting 5 Roles 22-44
Project Description: The Stings is a gritty, high-stakes crime thriller set in the heart of New York City. With bold visuals, layered characters, and a commanding lead performance, the film dives into the complex world of power, loyalty, and survival. Stylish and suspenseful, The Stings blends street realism with psychological intensity, delivering a story where every move has consequences and no one is truly safe.

Looking for:

LATAVIA | Female | African-American, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 22 - 38 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
Stylish, commanding, and cutthroat. She's the queen of the streets — running her empire with brains, glam,beauty, and brutality. Sharp-tongued, emotionally controlled, but haunted deep down. Must carry presence and intimidation with subtlety.

FABIO | Male | African-American | Age: 28 - 40 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
Latavia's muscle. Unhinged, unpredictable, but loyal to a fault. He doesn't talk much, but when he does, it cuts. Needs a strong physical presence and raw energy.

DETECTIVE RAIN | Male | African-American | Age: 28 - 37 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
Confident, relentless. They’re tired of playing by the rules and willing to bend them to bring the empire down. Smart, calculating, and knows the streets.

DANNY | Male | African-American, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 25 - 44 | Role Type: Day Player | Video Reel Required
Victim to the gang the stings.

RICK | Male | African-American, Asian, Hispanic, Mid-East-Indian, Multi-Ethnic, Native-American | Age: 24 - 44 | Role Type: Day Player | Video Reel Required
Victim to the gang the Stings

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07/07/2025

The Hilltop Barbershop 2 - Comedic Feature Film Casting 11 Roles 18-60
Feature Film | Non-Union | Pay: This is a paid project, under $30 per shoot, according to role and background actors, $5-$10.

Looking for:
GANGSTER STONE | Male | Any Ethnicity | Age: 24 - 50 | Height: 6´ 2" - 6´ 5" | Role Type: Leading
A cold-blooded gangster, but he does have a soft and comical side. It takes a lot for him to react to something, and Bobby stealing his lottery ticket is just that something. He is from the hood, but he can adapt to any place, being a drug dealer long as business is business, and he means it. Very intimidating deebo looking and demeanor standing 6'2 to 6 '5 ish

DREAM GIRL | Female | African-American, Hispanic, Mid-East-Indian, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 21 - 50 | Role Type: Leading
The scene is a comical dream scene that Bobby was having. While Bobby is sleeping, he dreams about a pretty girl wrapped in a towel standing in front of him. There's red lights and small smoke in the room. She's sexy and prancing around sexy slowly exposing herself but not all the way. The slow sexy music is playing as she pulls the towel down to show her right breast but stops before. Then she pulls her towel down to show her left breast but stops before. Right before she unwraps her towel all the way showing her body, Bobby's wife Charmaine slaps him awake. Charmaine is fussing and complaining cause Bobby's late to open the barbershop and needs to leave. Excellent exposure on all platforms please view The Hilltop Barbershop 1st trailer to get a feel for this new project.

MAIL CARRIER | Male or Female | Any Ethnicity | Age: 25 - 35 | Role Type: Leading
Its a stressful Job but somebody gotta do it. Comical mail carrier that's been thru it all including getting chased by dogs...Excellent exposure on all platforms please view The Hilltop Barbershop 1st trailer to get a feel for this new project.

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07/07/2025

How to “Fake It Till You Make It” in the World: Essential Tips for New Actors
Read Story - https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-fake-it-till-you-make-it-in-the-acting-world-essential-tips-for-new-actors/

07/06/2025

Everybody loves a good "Who Dun it?"
Swear to Tell the Truth - Murder Mystery Pilot Casting 7 Roles 18-60
Short Film | Non-Union | Pay: $250/day. Total Pay: $250 - $1,250

Looking for:
AMELIA | Female | Hispanic, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 18 - 25 | Role Type: Leading
Guarded, complex, and quick-witted. Once fun-loving and friendly, trauma has left her emotionally locked down and carrying deep guilt. In the present, she's cool, sharp, and observant, but those cracks are beginning to show. Her arc is about reclaiming truth, identity, and the memories that haunt her. Seeking a grounded, internal performer with strong dramatic range. Q***r prefered.

ELLIOT | Male | Caucasian | Age: 18 - 25 | Role Type: Supporting
As a teenager, Elliot was the jokester, even at the wrong moments; in the present, he’s a small-town cop (the only one of the friend group to stay in town) whose easygoing arrogance has hardened into something more dangerous. Actor must be willing to cut hair for the role to reflect the timeline jump between past and present. Seeking someone who can shift between likable and subtly threatening.

RAE | Female | Asian | Age: 18 - 25 | Role Type: Supporting
Magnetic, the kind of person who lights up a room without trying. Kind, grounded, and emotionally wise beyond her years. She’s just recently moved to this small town from the East Coast, but her presence is already a source of joy and courage, especially for Amelia. Looking for natural charm and emotional authenticity.

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07/06/2025

AT DirectSubmit, We have a bunch of diverse opportunities!!

Solace Short Film Casting 12 Roles 14-59
Short Film | Non-Union | Pay: Pay varies based on role. Pay range: $100-500/day

Looking for:
KYA | Female | Hispanic, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 13 - 16 | Role Type: Leading
A spiritually curious and emotionally mature teen hiding her fear under a layer of calm. She leads her friends in a meditation ritual during Earth’s final hours. Must be able to portray emotional vulnerability, anxiety (asthma attack), and sincerity Rate: $100 - $350 / day Total Pay: $300 - $1,050 (est. 3 days of work) NOTE: Talent under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s permission to apply and must have a parent or legal guardian on set/studio or event at all times.

MOM | Female | African-American, Caucasian, Hispanic, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 35 - 45 | Role Type: Supporting
Disconnected, emotionally absent, and lost in denial. She spends her final day glued to the TV and wine bottle. Should bring depth to a role that walks the line between numbness and subtle regret. Supporting. Rate: $100 - $350 / day Total Pay: $300 - $1,050 (est. 3 days of work)

ABIGAIL | Female | Any Ethnicity | Age: 12 - 16 | Role Type: Supporting
Kya’s skeptical friend. Emotionally expressive and confrontational. Rate: $100 - $350 / day Total Pay: $300 - $1,050 (est. 3 days of work) NOTE: Talent under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s permission to apply and must have a parent or legal guardian on set/studio or event at all times.

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07/06/2025

WebSeries!! Last Chance!
JAZZDOINGTH1NGS - Web Series Pilot Casting Supporting Actors 25-30

Looking for:
TIA | Female | African-American | Age: 25 - 30 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
A rising WNBA player, she is Jazz's best friend and secret crush. Tia is unaware of Jazz's feelings. Tia is so tall, her head is always out of frame. Acts cool and feels like she has outgrown Jazz, but sticks to her routines out of superstitious worries about breaking her streak. A bit insecure about her success, like everyone else.

PHEE | Female | African-American | Age: 25 - 30 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
Tia's girlfriend. Drastically shorter than Tia, and is very fashionable/minimalist (contrasting Jazz's maximalist aesthetic). Phee is sarcastic and witty. She sees Jazz as competition and goes out of her way to put her down.

CJ AND-OR Q | Female | African-American | Age: 25 - 30 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
Two WNBA players and inseparable best friends, may or may not be dating. Tend to keep to themselves, but are astute observers and have something to say. Both characters are masc leaning. Note: This is a paired role.
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07/06/2025

Rom-Coms are baaacccckkkkk!!

Half Full - Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting 8 Roles 12-70

Looking for:
MARGARET | Female | Caucasian, Multi-Ethnic | Age: 25 - 35 | Role Type: Leading | Video Reel Required
A fun natured person caught up in the craziness of life. She poses as a real estate agent out of pure boredom.

MS. HALL | Female | African-American | Age: 35 - 50 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
A loving single mother who works day and night to make ends meet. She lives next to door to the lead "Eddy".

TYLER | Male | African-American | Age: 12 - 14 | Role Type: Supporting | Video Reel Required
Tyler is the son of Ms. Hall. He wants to be a baseball player and he too spends a lot of time with the lead "Eddy". NOTE: Talent under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s permission to apply and must have a parent or legal guardian on set/studio or event at all times.

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07/06/2025

How Eyeglasses Can Shape a Character for Actors
Read Story - https://www.nycastings.com/how-eyeglasses-can-shape-a-character-for-actors/

07/06/2025

07/06/2025

Working towards couple goals? We got you!

Project:
Untitled Couples Project Casting Couples with Commitment Issues 21-40
Reality TV | Non-Union | Pay: $1,500/flat rate

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07/06/2025

Acting for the Camera -Techniques for Film and Television
Read Story - https://www.nycastings.com/acting-for-the-camera-techniques-for-film-and-television/

07/06/2025

Mastery for Teens
The art of delivering an impressive monologue is a skill often neglected, especially amongst teenagers. Yet, in a world increasingly valuing effective communication, this talent is more essential than ever. Acting auditions, speech competitions, presentations – these all require a form of monologue mastery. This article offers a comprehensive guide to help teenagers acquire and perfect this skill...
Read Story - https://www.nycastings.com/monologue-mastery-for-teens/

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