Today Only! Paid Short Film "Swimmers" Needs Cast
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Urgently seeking cast for a short film "Swimmers". See the details below. About the project: Marco, a timid teen, signs up for a lifeguard training course over the summer and becomes entranced by his classmate, Xavier. Not wanting to risk making a fool of himself, Marco hides his feelings. When the two become partners for CPR and in-water drills, a connection begins to form. As Marco's confidence grows, so does their friendship. When it becomes clear Xavier may feel the same way, Marco must decide whether to act on his feelings or let his queer joy pass him by. Swimmers explores the thrill, vulnerability, and discovery of coming into one's queer identity. Rate: UNION. PAID (Based on ACTRA TIER 3 LBG Rates). Principal role: $240 per 8+1 shoot day + fringes + HST (if applicable) OT $45/hr (tbd) Actor role: $200 (8+1) + fringes + HST (if applicable) OT $45/hr (tbd). Fitting (if needed): $30/hour for minimum 2h + fringes + HST (if applicable). Additional information: Shoot dates: September 3 - 5 2025. Shoot Location: Hamilton. Submission Deadline: August 5 (submission tapes due Aug 6 midnight). In Person Callbacks: August 7 + 8 (evening - Toronto). When applying, please submit role name, head shot, CV/resume & demo reel (optional). Sides will be emailed to you along with further instructions.
2 roles
To play 16-18. Principal Role Timid yet kind. Often hides his feelings out of fear it may cause him to stand out. When he and Xavier become partners for CPR and in-water drills, a connection begins to form and as Marco's confidence grows, so does their friendship. MUST BE CONFIDENT SWIMMING & PROVIDE SWIM TEST VIDEO OR PROOF OF TRAINING.
To play 16-18. Male. Actor Role. Blunt, and cares what others think of him. While attempting to connect with others, he often repeats things heard from adults in his life unaware that they may be hurtful unless confronted otherwise. Character will be in swimwear for most scenes, shirtless. MUST BE CONFIDENT SWIMMING & PROVIDE SWIM TEST VIDEO OR PROOF OF TRAINING.