Cast & Crew Calls

Updated March 19, 2025

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CREW CALL: Woodforest Studios is seeking Crew for independent feature film Assassin Within scheduled to film Summer 2025 in Montgomery, TX. Synopsis: A notorious assassin, trapped in a coma-induced dream world, must confront his own dark past and the AI controlling his reality in order to escape before it's too late.. Crew Needed: Cinematographer (A cinematographer/editor is a plus). Crew Position is Paid. Please submit resume/reel/inquiries to info@woodforeststudios.com

JOB:  Texcam, Inc., Houston’s premiere rental house for cameras, lighting and grip equipment for over 30 years, has immediate openings for a part-time Warehouse Associate and a full time (Mon-Fri, 8:30A-5:30P) Office Clerk. Warehouse candidates must have knowledge of grip/lighting equipment and its functions, check that all equipment is in good working order, check in orders with accuracy and test equipment, have a valid driver’s license and be willing to get CDL with air brake endorsement to drive company vehicles, have mechanical aptitude to perform minor/mid-level repairs, do general preventative maintenance on all gear, have reliable transportation, be able to load and unload trucks, have general knowledge of computers to work with rental program. Office Clerk candidates must have a welcoming persoanlity, familiarity with office procedures, and office etiquette. Some resposibilites will include answering/routing phone calls, greeting/assisting clients, maintaining/updating rental files, compentently utilizing office equipment/software, and perform office duties as assigned. Positions are Paid. Please email resume/inquiries to info@texcam.com

CREW CALL: Nexo Latino Inc. is seeking Crew for half-hour HTV TV Show Nexo Latino. Synopsis: Nexo Latino (Latin Nexus) is a groundbreaking Spanish-language TV series dedicated to empowering Hispanic entrepreneurs in Houston. Crew Needed: A Bilingual Production Assistant (PA). Crew Position is Unpaid. Please send resume/inquiries to marco@nexolatinoinc.com

CREW CALL: Daddy Lights Ministry Inc. is seeking Crew for feature film "Beautifully Bruised * Crushed for Christ" scheduled to film in the Richmond/Houston area in the spring. Synopsis: This story is about Redemption. How a single mother raising a autism spectrum child while dealing with great darkness. She escaped her ex husband life threatening narcissist domestic violence attacks. Her undying faith in God, mental strength and undying passion to never give up on fulfilling her purpose. The open Crew Needed: Assistant Writer, Director, Assistant Producer, Cinematographer, Wardrobe, Makeup Artist, Sound Manager, Assistant Marketing Promotions. Crew Positions are Unpaid (Deferred Pay & Credit). Please send resume/inquiries to daddylights.ministry@yahoo.com

CASTING CALL: A University of Houston student film is seeking Cast for short film Cats Crave Knafeh scheduled to film in Houston late March/early April. Synopsis: A romantic comedy about a college guy who tries to surprise his girlfriend by baking her favorite mediterranean dessert for her birthday but her cat devours it every time he looks away. Cast Needed: NORA - Female 18-25, any ethnicity but must be fluent in Arabic and English, warm, endearing, and a bit of an introvert, a college student who tries to balance her family's expectations with her personal life, shares a strong, playful, and loving relationship with her boyfriend, DJ. Role is Paid. For  complete information and to submit please visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcD7O4KSrFY1MSgly2q0-HxyZtx-yHefaxJfLgFP2BC4IVA/viewform

CASTING CALL: Daddy Lights Ministry Inc. is seeking Cast for feature film "Beautifully Bruised * Crushed for Christ" scheduled to film in the Richmond/Houston area in the spring. Synopsis: This story is about Redemption. How a single mother raising a autism spectrum child while dealing with great darkness. She escaped her ex husband life threatening narcissist domestic violence attacks. Her undying faith in God, mental strength and undying passion to never give up on fulfilling her purpose. The open Cast Needed: Therapist - White middle age professional female with a strong Texas accent. Therapist id great at listening and providing thought provoking feedback; Childhood Friend - Black light skin childhood friend. She is 16 and smart & outgoing. She calls main character and is very excited to invite her to a community party she wants to go to. Casting Calls are Friday Feb. 28th and Saturday March 1st. Roles are Unpaid (Deferred Pay & Credit). Please send headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to daddylights.ministry@yahoo.com

CASTING CALL: Gabriel Hong Productions is seeking Cast for short film THE DEAL scheduled to film February in Houston (rehearsals Jan. 20-27). Synopsis: A man strikes a deal for his soul without weighing the consequences.
A short film about the meaning of the soul to a person after he lives without it. Cast Needed: One male actor in a leading role and Extras. Unpaid. Please submit resume/reel/inquiries to gabe@gabehongproductions.com

WORKSHOP: Southwest Alternate Media Project (SWAMP) and Houston Cinema Arts Society, in partnership with the River Oaks Theatre, present the Local Filmmaker Showcase #3 7:00PM on Wednesday, March 19th at the River Oaks Theatre. This month’s Local Filmmaker Showcase is celebrating the powerful storytelling of women directors in Houston. This curated selection of short films highlights diverse voices and unique perspectives shaping the local film scene. For complete information and tickets please visit https://www.swamp.org/events/february-local-filmmaker-showcase

WORKSHOP: Ashanti Arts and Media Logistics Network present the Making It Happen Film Premier & Festival 2025 on Saturday, March 29th, 3:00P - 10:00P at Henke & Pillot in Houston. A selection of films and festival winners from Fragrance Francique and Actors and production crew from Houston, Texas. For complete information and to get a ticket please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-it-happen-film-premier-festival-2025-tickets-1234142175469

WORKSHOP: The Houston Film Commission's 'first Thursdays' monthly short film screening & filmmaker mixer is Thursday, April 3rd, 8:00P-10:00P on the back patio of Brasil Houston. $FREE to attend, 18yo+. For complete information please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1350311129424839 or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-thursdays-43-short-films-tickets-1291878205489?aff=oddtdtcreator

WORKSHOP: Southwest Alternate Media Project (SWAMP) presents a "Producing Workshop" with Michael Swanson on Friday April 4th and a "Screenwriting Masterclass" with Christine Swanson Saturday April 5th at Texas Southern University. Producing Workshop: Learn the fundamentals of film & TV producing from an industry executive. Gain insights into production workflow, planning, and industry best practices from an NBC Universal VP. Screenwriting Masterclass: Master the craft of screenwriting in this full-day intensive led by Christine Swanson. Explore theme, character, structure, rising action, and cinematic storytelling with an acclaimed filmmaker. Workshops include free Q&A screenings of Albany Road movie. For complete information and to register please visit https://www.swamp.org/events/producing-class-with-michael-swanson-screenwriting-masterclass-with-christine-swanson

WORKSHOP: Steve Ochoa presents the "ACTION!" Studios Workshop on Saturdays 10A-4P in Spring, TX. Learn professional on-set etiquette, how to get connected, get a gig and keep a gig, set communication, terminology/lingo, understand the paperwork of call sheets/one-liners/schedules, how to negotiate rates, understand contracts, deal memos, and not get taken advantage of by predatory productions. For complete information and to register please visit https://www.actionstudiosworkshop.com/

WORKSHOP: Jeff "Dock" Dockweiler from Los Angeles holds monthly weekend classes in Houston. With years of experience and success in Hollywood audition rooms and on sets all around the world, his unique approach to the understanding of story structure has proven instrumental in the success of a star-studded client list. His class is a 2 day back to back class (18yo and older). Class is limited in size. For more information and to register email coachdock@gmail.com

WORKSHOP: Acting coach Brian Thornton will teach how to become a more organic, bookable actor in this ongoing workshop in Houston. Students will awaken their overlooked psychological process which is the quickest way to self trust bringing the actor to an organic existence. Taped scenes and notes given after every class. Scenes pulled to work each actor's specific market. Other topics include "On set" etiquette and how to be the CEO of your own acting business. There is a 6-to-1 student to mentor ratio max, may be added to wait list. For complete infromation and to register please or visit http://actorbrianthornton.com/clear-performance-academy/ or e-mail briansactingclass@gmail.com

WORKSHOP: Sara Gaston teaches Ongoing Tuesday Night Class. Does it feel like your auditions are missing ‘something’?  Do you ever get a script and struggle to decide the ‘right’ approach? Join us on Tuesdays where we spend one week analyzing the script & characters, and the next week working with the same script on audition technique. This combination of scene study & on-camera work will elevate your game. Join at any time. For complete details and to register please visit http://www.saragaston.com/classes-2/

WORKSHOP: Ricornel Productions is offering a summer sale on their Indie Film Workshop. In the IFW, we write/produce a tailor made film for all the actors involved, directed by award winning director and SAG actor, Amelia Rico (1923, Yellowstone, Grey's Anatomy), edit/update your actor's demo reel and add the film to IMDb. For complete information and to register at the discount rate please visit https://www.ricornel.com/sale/

WORKSHOP: John Lansch has helped actors from all types of acting styles, practices and theories, to sharpen their auditioning skills and understand what it takes to book a job. Adult Classes: Tuesday evenings 6:00P - 9:00P, Thursday afternoons Noon - 3:00P. Teen Class (12-17yo): Saturday afternoons 1:30P - 3:30P. Kid Class: Saturday mornings 8:00A - 11:00A. For complete information and to register please visit https://johnlansch.com/

WORKSHOP: Amelia Rico (Grey's Anatomy, 1923) is now offering an in-person Film/TV acting class in Houston every Thursday evening (Adult and Youth Classes Available) and Zoom classes every Sunday morning (all ages welcome). Amelia not only creates a collaborative and safe space for actors to learn and grow, but provides tips and lessons on the business of acting, self-tapes, auditions, on-set expectations, red carpet tips and more. For complete information and to register please visit https://www.ameliarico.com/classes/
 

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