Are you looking to work on a short film or take acting classes? Our friends at the Houston Film Commission make a list of casting/crew calls every week, which is a brilliant idea! You can subscribe to their newsletter at their website (http://www.houstonfilmcommission.com).
If you have a project that you need a crew or cast, please email us!
CREW CALL [$$$]
- The Victoria Television Group is looking for a department head for Creative Services in Victoria TX. This role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build up their commercial directing reel. As the department head, you would lead a team of two additional cameramen/editors, meet with the clients, write scripts, direct the shoots and edit. Also responsible for department budget, equipment purchases, billing and weekly department head meeting. The full time position is Paid. If interested, email resume and demo links to Jeff Pryor – Station Manager at [email protected]
- Texavision Media Center has launched Television Programming in Houston with live streaming content and access through mobile devices. We are currently seeking Associate Producers to join our team. Associate Producers will have the opportunity to create and broadcast their own shows, films or music videos. Duties include writing, editing, idea pitching, assist in promotions as well as manage growing tape needs on the program. For consideration, Producers must have writing knowledge/skills, excellent creative writing and communication skills, ability to recognize stories with potential and develop them into compelling broadcast content, highly detail oriented with the ability to execute ideas, comfortable working with talent, and other high profile individuals, excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast paced environment. To schedule a pitch meeting, please email [email protected] or visit the TV Pitch Guidelines here http://bit.ly/2qeylhJ
- “Crooked”, a web series about two crooked cops that work together in Houston, is seeking a Gaffer and Location Sound Mixer for a shoot in Houston. The positions are Paid. Please submit resume/reels to [email protected]
- Short film (extended trailer) project THE CHARLES BRODEN STORY, an analysis of the sales cycle in an insurance office and its impact on a suicidal gambling addict, his beneficiary, and a rookie insurance agent (Glengarry Glen Ross meets Owning Mahowny), is seeking a Cinematographer/DP with their own equipment, Sound Mixer with their own equipment, and Production Designer for a shoot scheduled for Fall 2017 in the Houston area. Positions are PAID commensurate with experience. Please send resumes/reels and desired day rate (this is an indie production, relying heavily on grants, etc.) to [email protected]
- A drama short film project is seeking cast & crew for a two-day late spring early summer shoot in Houston. Synopsis : A six year old boy, Ian, attracts the wrong attention when he is forced to spend time alone outside, while his mom entertains last night’s company inside. Crew needed: On-Location Sound Mixer, having own equipment is a plus, but not necessary; Camera Operator, having own equipment is a plus, but not necessary; Editor, must have editing software and knowledge of film grading. Please send resumes to Montreal Keir Martin at [email protected]
CREW CALL [Non paid]
- Wisdom Productions is seeking a Props crew member for Beyond the Vows, an inspirational independent film about marriage and love’s imperfections. Non-Paid, IMDB Credit provided & meal/snacks on set. If interested please e-mail resume to [email protected]
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“Behind The Curtain – The making of a Broadway Musical”, a short film documentary that follows the process of making a Broadway style musical from script selection to opening night, that will shoot talent interviews select weekday evenings and Saturdays beginning June 1, 2017 at the Betty Greenberg Center for Performing Arts, Beaumont, Texas. Principle shooting of musical TBD by theater in the fall 2017 season. Production Crew Needed: Camera, Lighting, Audio, Load in-out. Post-Production Needed: Video Editor, Sound Editor. Production Talent: Experienced Musical Directors, AD, Stage Manager, Choreographer, Music Director, Costumer, Actor, Technical Director, Marketing. Positions are Non-Paid. For more information please contact Doug Underwood at Fresh Productions at 409-719-3483 or [email protected]
CAST CALL [$$$]
- Crystal Rose Productions is seeking cast for “The Bone Yard”, a low budget horror film about two clowns who just refuse to stay dead and buried, tentatively scheduled to shoot in the Houston area for 3 weeks in Mid-July. Talent positions will be paid. For complete character breakdown and/or to send headshots/resumes please e-mail Richard Boyd at [email protected]
- Water Falls Media is seeking 6 supporting cast members for “Hidden Summer”, a low budget film (60min.) about the struggles that Chinese immigrants face in the US, tentatively scheduled to shoot in the Houston area for 2 weeks starting July 1st, 2017. Shot list for talent includes prison and court room scenes. Two females 30-45 yrs old (fluent Spanish speaking) for cameo roles: one as fellow prisoner in cell with film’s main Chinese woman character, and one no-nonsense Uniformed Prison Officer. Four males 30-45yrs old (Caucasian, African American, Asian or Hispanic) for cameo roles: Prosecutor, Uniformed Court Bailiff/Guard, and two Uniformed Police Constables. Each talent only needed for one full day (8hrs) during filming. Roles are Paid (non-union). Final dates for each talent will depend on final shooting schedule. Deadline to submit is Monday 06/12, casting candidate selections will be made later that week. No open auditions, candidates will be interviewed. Please submit headshot along with full stats, experience and contact information to [email protected]
- Champion Entertainment is seeking cast for LIGHTS OUT, a horror story based on actors/actresses locked in a studio unaware an entity is taking them out one by one. The TV project will shoot Summer/Fall 2017 (every Thursday & Friday 7PM-12PM and some weekends) and upon completion the project will be placed on Roku, Amazon Prime and other on demand networks. Roles: Sara Thomas (Female, 18-30) – an aspiring actress at the studio because everyone tells her she would be a good at acting, but she does it for fun; she shows up when she likes to show up. Bride Carter-(Female, 18-27) – A barrista who hates her job. She remembers when she did a supporting roll in Shakespeare and remembers how good she was and now wants to be an actress. Austin Perry-(M or F, 18-27) – has southern hospitality and always was told he/she could be a star so decides to try acting; unsure if this is what they want to do. Deferred Pay. Open Casting Call is Thursday June-15th, 6:00PM at Champion Entertainment (6011 Westline Houston TX 77036) For more information and complete character breakdown please call 713-522-4701
- AJL Pictures & Savir Productions is seeking talent for Home Stay, a Houston area independent film. Synopsis: “A young couple, Veronica and Anthony, spend their honeymoon in a nice rental house located in a quiet town near the shore; when strange occurrences begin, they soon discover the house is not what it seems, and the terror that truly awaits them”. Tentative shoot dates are 7/22-7/28. Talent roles are Paid. Please submit headshots/reels/resumes for audition consideration to [email protected]
- Master Hughes Productions is seeking Cast & Crew for indie feature MOUNTAIN STALKER shooting summer/fall in Conroe, TX. Synopsis: A lone park ranger is sent into the mountains when too many people are reported missing, he discovers a serial killer that moves from park to park around the nation. Roles Needed: Man to be the mountain stalker, 6 ft or taller; Female to be ranger staff, any height, professional look; Male to be ranger staff, any height, professional look, short hair; Male to be camper, any height; Female to be camper, any height; All actors must be physically fit and able to hike in the forest. Actors will receive a nominal stipend for travel and meals on set.
- A drama short film project is seeking cast & crew for a two-day late spring early summer shoot in Houston. Synopsis : A six year old boy, Ian, attracts the wrong attention when he is forced to spend time alone outside, while his mom entertains last night’s company inside. Cast Needed: Ian – six years of age, biracial in appearance, acting discipline, good w/direction; Stranger – 20s and over, slim to medium build, caucasian, acting discipline, good w/direction. Cast & Crew will be Paid (TBD). Please send resumes to Montreal Keir Martin at [email protected]
CAST CALL [Non Paid]
- Houston Television (HTV) is now casting hosts for a new entertainment show, THE RIDE. Houston Television producers are searching for energetic hosts who have a unique connection to entertainment, a light and fun interview personality and the ability to connect with the audience. If you love the television industry and think you have what it takes to host your own brand of an infotainment show – apply today. Role is Non-Paid. Please include your headshot and resume and or reel link, and email information to [email protected]
- MTV is casting a new season of the thought-provoking series, “16 and Pregnant.” We are looking for young women, ages 15-18 who are dealing with difficult, life-changing decisions such as relationship drama, pregnancy, family disputes. If you are currently dealing with something that is causing conflict or confusion in your life, we want to hear from you. We are looking for young women from all backgrounds who would like to share their personal story, please e-mail us and explain in detail how your current crisis is affecting your life. Please e-mail •One paragraph about how your current situation is affecting your life •Your name •Your Age •Your phone number •City/State where you live •A recent photo of yourself to [email protected]
WORKSHOPS FOR ACTORS:
- Gary Chason will be conducting a Wednesday night class this summer for ACTORS and DIRECTORS at Achieve Studios (4848 Guiton St., Suite 101, Houston TX 77027). The class will meet 7PM-10PM every Wednesday night starting June 7th and ending August 30th. The class will cover basic Actor/Director “calisthenics”; improvisation; independent activity; storytelling without words; and scene study. Directors will get hands-on experience directing actors as well as directing the camera. Actors will get valuable on-camera experience and will get to work with different Directors. There will be a screening of the classwork on the final class meeting August 30th and a Wrap Party. The class will be ongoing so you can attend or not depending on your schedule. For more information and/or to enroll please e-mail [email protected] or call 512-468-8293
- Jeff “Dock” Dockweiler is one of the elite acting coaches in the industry and he is currently conducting a weekly acting class in Houston. Three weekends each month, Dock flies in from Los Angeles to teach his scene study class which focuses on making you an expert in the foundation of storytelling and pushing you to maximize your skills in the audition room and on set. Dock says “my focus is to get you working and keep you working!”. There are 2 separate classes each week based on age groups. 3 Saturday classes each month: Class #2 – Afternoon class for actors 16 yrs old and up. Location – 5322 W. Bellfort Blvd. Suite 201, Houston, Texas 77035. For more information and to register please visit https://www.coachdock.com
- Next Actor Studio is holding on-camera acting classes for adults, teens & kids at West U and Rice Village area, along with Stanislavski Method Sessions for beginners, intermediate and advanced level students. Enrollment is ongoing. For more information please visit http://www.nextactor.com/ or e-mail [email protected] or call 713-532-2867
- BETA Theater is proud to announce two Level One Improv classes. BETA is the only theater in town run by film and theater professionals. This 8 week class focuses on the foundations of scenic improvisation. It’s fun. It’s challenging. Students practice supporting each other with agreement, building creatively by listening for patterns, and making choices on stage with confidence. You will see improvements in your auditions and in your acting. Instructors are Hoja Lopez on Saturday afternoons and Billy Trim on Wednesday nights. DATES: Saturdays – 8 weeks, 2PM-5PM, Beginning September 10th, 2016. Wednesdays – 8 weeks, 7PM-10PM, Beginning September 14th, 2016. Register at www.betatheater.com or email [email protected]
- Two of the best acting coaches in Hollywood, John Homa and Jeff Dockweiler offer an ONGOING/WEEKLY class in Houston, EVERY SATURDAY for ages 10-15 and 16 Up. We have over 30 years of experience and success in Hollywood audition rooms and on sets around the world. Our unique approach to story structure and how to succeed in the entertainment industry has proven instrumental in the success of a star-studded client list that includes, most recently, Brie Larson, Winner; 2016 Golden Globe-Best Actress, SAG Award Best Actress and Oscar- Best Actress for “Room”. For a more complete client list, please go to https://www.homaanddock.com/houston-classesEmail us at [email protected]withyour interest and we will send you more thorough information about the class.
- “Actors Helping Actors” is a talented team approach by Marilyn Swick, SAG-AFTRA actor, bringing acting workshops for all ages and levels, that includes a production team to shoot reels, auditions, shorts, and even feature films. The adult group meets on Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm. The mixed group adults/children meets on Saturdays from 10:00-11:30 am. All classes are held at my office in Memorial. Please visit my IMDB page to learn more about my work http://www.imdb.me/marilynswick or e-mail [email protected] to hold a spot for the next workshop, private, or audition self-tape. Class schedules and changes are posted 48 hours prior to class in the event I am booked on set. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Actors-Helping-Actors-468351116701654
- Actor Sarah Gaston (http://www.saragaston.com ) is teaching an on-going class geared toward actors who have already been practicing their craft and want to continue to hone their skills and find deeper ways to explore. Each week will have a different focus and will draw from several acting schools including Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Sanford Meisner and Harold Guskin. We’ll be working both on film and off, and explore script analysis, character development, freeing yourself from constraint, finding the core of the scene and more. When: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9pm, resuming April 4th. Where: 5322 W Bellfort Ave #201, Houston, TX 77035 (on the corner of Bellfort and Chimney Rock) Who: Ages 13 and up. For questions or to apply for a spot in this class, please send an e-mail to [email protected]
WORKSHOPS FOR FILMMAKERS
- Tom Vaughan is teaching an online Screenwriting 101 class beginning Thursday, June 29th, 7:00pm-9:30pm CST. For complete information and to register visit -> http://storyandplot.com/instructor/
- Gary Chason will be conducting a Wednesday night class this summer for ACTORS and DIRECTORS at Achieve Studios (4848 Guiton St., Suite 101, Houston TX 77027). The class will meet 7PM-10PM every Wednesday night starting June 7th and ending August 30th. The class will cover basic Actor/Director “calisthenics”; improvisation; independent activity; storytelling without words; and scene study. Directors will get hands-on experience directing actors as well as directing the camera. Actors will get valuable on-camera experience and will get to work with different Directors. There will be a screening of the classwork on the final class meeting August 30th and a Wrap Party. The class will be ongoing so you can attend or not depending on your schedule. For more information and/or to enroll please e-mail [email protected] or call 512-468-8293
- Prime Camera announces the Summer 2017 free photo & video workshops every Saturday, Noon-2:00P at 11500 S Sam Houston Pkwy West: SAT5/6 – Studio Photography and Lighting; SAT5/20 – Volunteer Church Video Production; SAT6/3 – Pre-Production for Filmmaking. For complete information please visit http://www.primecamera.com/events
- Next Actor Studio is holding on-camera acting classes for adults, teens & kids at West U and Rice Village area, along with Stanislavski Method Sessions for beginners, intermediate and advanced level students, as well as screenwriting and filmmaking workshops. Enrollment is ongoing. For more information please visit http://www.nextactor.com/ or e-mail [email protected] or call 713-532-2867
- Houston MediaSource, Houston’s Public Access Television Channel, provides training and equipment for aspiring Film, TV, and radio producers. Houston’s creatives are welcomed to learn how their artistic visions can be transformed into high-quality film or TV productions at FREE Orientation Sessions held every Monday at 6 p.m. Houston MediaSource is located at 410 Roberts, 77003 in EaDo. Attendees will learn how they can produce their own TV shows, radio programs, and film projects at Houston MediaSource, using top of the line gear, studios, and editing facilities. Learn more at www.hmstv.org or RSVP to Roger E Palomino at [email protected] or call (713) 524-7700 x112
JUST FOR KIDS
- Jeff “Dock” Dockweiler is one of the elite acting coaches in the industry and he is currently conducting a weekly acting class in Houston. Three weekends each month, Dock flies in from Los Angeles to teach his scene study class which focuses on making you an expert in the foundation of storytelling and pushing you to maximize your skills in the audition room and on set. Dock says “my focus is to get you working and keep you working!”. There are 2 separate classes each week based on age groups. 3 Saturday classes each month: Class #1 – Morning class for actors ages 10-15 yrs old. Location – 5322 W. Bellfort Blvd. Suite 201, Houston, Texas 77035. For more information and to register please visit https://www.coachdock.com
- Now in its 5th year, 14 Pews Film Academy’s summer documentary camp for teens makes films on Houston artists, while teaching the art of filmmaking. This summer we will be teaching several one-week filmmaking workshops, teaching the various styles of documentary filmmaking, techniques, meeting local professionals, you’ll learn all stages from pre-production, production to post-production. And we are ecstatic that the completed documentaries will have their World Premiere at the Houston Cinema Arts Festival. Camps are held at 14 Pews (800 Aurora Street, Houston, TX 77009). All camps are from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Ages: 13-19 (12 students max enrollment per camp) Camp 2: July 24 – 28. For complete information and to register please visit http://14pews.org/calendar.asp?pageid=15&calid=1565
- Now in its ninth year, Aurora Picture Show’s popular summer filmmaking camps give kids the opportunity to learn about, create, and discuss film and video. Part of our Media Education initiatives, our hands-on youth camps teach narrative and experimental filmmaking techniques, with local professionals guiding participants in developing, shooting, and editing digital short films. Camps are held Aurora Picture Show (2442 Bartlett Street, 77098). All camps are from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Ages: 8-11 (12 students max enrollment per camp) Camp 1: June 19 – 23. Camp 2: June 26 – 30. Camp 4: July 17 – 21. Ages: 12-15 (12 students max enrollment per camp) Camp 3: July 10 – 14. Camp 5: July 24 – 28. Camp 6: July 31 – Aug. 4. For complete information and to register please visit http://aurorapictureshow.org/pages/summer_filmmaking_camps_120.asp