Cast & Crew Calls

Updated July 19, 2024

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Crew Calls

Casting Calls

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CREW CALL: Nexo Latino Inc. is seeking Crew for half-hour HTV TV Show Nexo Latino. Synopsis: Nexo Latino (Latin Nexus), the groundbreaking Spanish-language television series dedicated to empowering Hispanic entrepreneurs, is set to make its highly anticipated debut on HTV, the City of Houston Government Channel. The show promises to provide a platform for business success stories, invaluable resources, and cutting-edge technology tools tailored specifically for the thriving Hispanic business community. Crew Needed: Bilingual Production Assistant. Crew Position is Unpaid. Please send resume/inquiries to mbracamontes2005@gmail.com

CREW CALL: South of Proper is seeking Crew for a short film documentary series scheduled to film through mid-August in the Houston area. Synopsis: Searching for incredible individuals with unique, heartfelt, and inspiring stories for a new documentary series. Crew Needed: Two (2) Production Assistants. Crew Positions are Unpaid. Please send headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to inquiries@southofproper.com

CREW CALL: The Texas Southern University (TSU) Film Club is seeking Crew for student short film CUPIDITY scheduled to shoot in Houston in Summer 2024. Synopsis: An eager, beautiful young woman fights for a voice in a lustful patriarchal society. Crew Needed: Prop Master, Lighting/Gaffer, Location Manager, and Costume Designer. Crew Positions are Unpaid. Please submit resume/reel/inquiries to gomez19casting@gmail.com

CASTING CALL: Libby Ewing is seeking Cast for independent feature film CHARLIEBIRD scheduled to shoot on Saturday July 20th in Dickinson/League TX. Synopsis: When a burnt out and beloved music therapist begins working with a unique young patient, she is confronted with her past and what it means to live. Set in a small, rural town in Texas. Cast Needed: 10-15 Realistic PARENT or PARENTS with their child/children ages 1-13 for a reception scene, any ethnicity. Roles are Unpaid. Please send headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to charliebirdfilm@gmail.com

CASTING CALL: Invent TV is seeking participants for a new medical TV Show. Do you or someone you know need help with a: Growth or Abscess, Severe Acne or Blackheads, Keloids, Rhinophyma, NF, Lipoma, Milia, Cyst, or any other skin condition? Although many doctors treat these conditions, this beloved Doctor is currently accepting new patients. To inquire about being a patient or to refer someone please send the following info to ineedadermatologist@gmail.com or visit https://invent.tv/projects/now-casting/

CASTING CALL: A Tone Productions is seeking Cast for independent feature film DEBTS OF THE HEART scheduled to film in Houston. Synopsis: Calista’s mother confesses that she lied about her father’s death, but he is in fact alive and a multi-millionaire, planning an arranged wedding between his best friend’s son, and the only daughter he’s known, Calista’s half-sister. Cast Needed: Carla Woods - Lead, Black Female, 35-50yo. Role is Paid. Please send headshot/reel/resume/inquiries to debts.ot.hearts@gmail.com

CASTING CALL: South of Proper is seeking Real People for a short film series scheduled to film through mid-August. Synopsis: We’re searching for incredible individuals with unique, heartfelt, and inspiring stories for a new documentary series. Have you overcome tough challenges and come out stronger? Achieved something truly remarkable? Or maybe your life is beautifully different, and you’re ready to share that journey? Whatever your story, we want to hear it. We’re all about real stories from real people, highlighting the diverse and beautiful experiences that make us who we are. Your story could inspire and touch the hearts of many. Here’s how to get involved: 1. Introduce yourself and your story. Feel free to write it out or send us a video—whatever feels right. 2. Include any photos, videos, articles, or links that help illustrate your story. Must be 18 or older to apply. Roles are Unpaid. Please send headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to inquiries@southofproper.com

CASTING CALL: The Texas Southern University (TSU) Film Club is seeking Cast for student short film CUPIDITY scheduled to shoot in Houston in Summer 2024. Synopsis: An eager, beautiful young woman fights for a voice in a lustful patriarchal society. Cast Needed: Resilience - Female, black, very dark skin, walks in a square form, no larger than a size 10, small and slim, petite, strong presence, needs to be ok with a low neckline. Role is Unpaid. Please submit headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to gomez19casting@gmail.com

CASTING CALL: Certified Fresh Productions in association with Anne Amar Films(Casting), is seeking Cast for 20 SUM' webseries scheduled to film in/around Houston on weekends June - August 2024. Synopsis: Dive into the wild world of your twenties with Bobby, Angela, Devin, and Amy, a foursome rewriting the rules of life. In this topsy-turvy rollercoaster of absurdity, possibilities multiply like hilarious glitches in the matrix. Brace yourself for a dark comedy where conformity takes a back seat to the unpredictable ride of their bizarre existence. Get ready to laugh, cringe, and join the chaos. Cast Needed: Amy - Lead Female, 18yo-25yo, Black/African Descent/Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, fiery personality, a passionate social justice warrior with a soft spot for weed and Bobby; Angela - Lead Female, 18yo-25yo, Black/African Descent/Ethnically Ambiguous/Multiracial, holy in the streets, freak in the sheets, and hopelessly devoted to Devin. Roles are Unpaid. Please submit headshot/resume/reel/inquiries to anneamarproductions@gmail.com or visit https://www.backstage.com/casting/20-sum-2762184/

FILMMAKER GRANT: The Houston Arts Alliance 2025 "Support for Artists and Creative Individuals" Grant is currently accepting applications. The Support for Artists and Creative Individuals (SACI) grant provides funds of up to $15,000 for specific projects that create and present new works of art or complete work already in progress throughout Houston. Application Deadline is Friday, August 2nd. For complete information and to apply please visit https://www.houstonartsalliance.com/grant-opportunities

WORKSHOP: Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) and Southwest Alternate Media Project (SWAMP) present the 2nd Annual Houston Media Conference Friday August 23rd - Sunday Agust 25th at Norris Center at City Centre. The exhibitors will be local and national production companies, equipment rental houses and panel speakers will be from film, television, digital media, legal, and financial professions to discuss and provide information about the business side of filmmaking. The Houston Media Conference intends to provide an open forum where professionals involved in all aspects of production can meet, greet and engage with representatives from Houston's film industry. For Vendor Registration & Attendee Passes please visit https://www.cinemahtx.org/houston-media-conference/

WORKSHOP: A Introduction to Screenwriting workshop by Writer/Producer Valerie Edwards will be held on Saturday, July 20th, 10:00AM - 1:00PM in Spring TX. The specialized course focuses on turning a creative idea into the beginnings of a first draft, while learning structure and classical fundamentals for the big and small screen. For complete information and to register please visit https://the-page.my.canva.site or e-mail itisva@gmail.com

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: Film & Television Self-Tape Workshop by Sara Gaston is Saturday July 20th in Houston. Learn the dos and don’ts of self-taping for film & television including how to properly break down the action & stage directions, framing, to prop or not to prop, wardrobe, creating a character for your audition, how to ensure your acting style fits the genre, and much more.  Sara Gaston's clients have booked jobs like Spy Kids 5, Stranger Things, Fear the Walking Dead, Claws, & Tyler Perry’s new episodic. For complete information and to register pleas visit http://www.saragaston.com/classes-2/

WORKSHOP: The Houston Film Commission's 'first Thursdays' monthly short film screening & filmmaker mixer is Thursday, August 1st, 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/1232210634813183 or https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-thursdays-81-short-films-tickets-945654787927

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. To join class you must first have a conversation with Dock via zoom. Upcoming class weekends are SAT7/27 & SUN7/28. For more information and to register email coachdock@gmail.com

WORKSHOP: Acting Coach Crystal Martinez presents a new Tuesday night Commercial/Improv Acting Class (OGAC) in a new Montrose location in Houston. Commercial class using current commercial audition request that are heavily based in improv and how to create a unique audition that hits all of the points the audition requests. Improv scenarios that help to build confidence on camera no matter what you confront in your audition. For complete information and to register please e-mail ogaccm@gmail.com or visit https://www.ogaccm.com/

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 is now offering an in person Film/TV acting class in Houston every Thursday evening. 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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