Set Life

JUNE 8

BOSTON 48 HOUR FILM BEST-OF SCREENINGS & AWARDS
SOMERVILLE, MA
6:30pm - Crystal Ballroom at the Somerville Theater

The Boston 48 Award Nominee films screen again! And then awards! Save the date!

Even if you didn't make a film this year, even if you didn't know about the 48 Hour Film Project at all, this is a great screening and networking event to go to.

TICKETS AND INFO WILL BE UPDATED HERE: https://www.2026boston48.com/

JULY 16-19

SHAWNA SHEA FILM FESTIVAL
WORCESTER, MA

Stay tuned! The annual event of the year!
https://www.shawnafoundation.org/ssff-film-festival

JULY 25 & 26

CAMP DEAD
WORCESTER, MA

The Dead Of Winter festival was moved to summer!! Oh the irony! 
Stay tuned for links and updates. Friendly Filmmaker will have a booth!

"The Ride"

$750/$4.5K

Filmmaker Ryan Nunes and writer/actor Paul Kandarian are making a new film that promises to be spectacular.

The film follows Gizzy, a grad student visiting her grandparents while carrying the weight of a deeply personal decision. Nervous and afraid of being judged, she turns to her grandmother for support, but their conversation reveals the complicated divide between love, faith, fear, and acceptance.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-ride-a-film-on-family-and-compassion

"Trash Queen"

$1,450/$20K

Filmmaker Gabby Rosson is directing a horror-comedy feature co-written by actor/writer Emily Tullock.

Trash Queen is a blood-soaked, female-driven horror-comedy about what happens when a woman who’s spent her entire life being overlooked…finally becomes impossible to ignore.

After a bite from a trash-dwelling alien cannibal leaves her craving human flesh, Sophia, a painfully underestimated office worker, spirals into a grotesque, hilarious transformation. When her washed-up musician boyfriend, Jack, is also infected and trapped in the Town Dump, she’s forced to chase after him and face off against the Trash King.

To survive, Sophia must stop trying to fit in and fully become something else. Something powerful. Something terrifying.

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/trash-queen/trash-queen-a-comedy-horror-feature-film 

"My Favorite Creature"

Boston-based filmmaker Matilda Morales is fundraising for her Drama Comedy short about a young girl named Mimi obsessed with her twenty-something-year-old trainwreck neighbor, Natty. When Natty suddenly falls silent on the other side of their shared wall, Mimi embarks on a child’s odyssey to save Natty from a fate she doesn’t fully understand.

The Seed&Spark just started, and it's already at 19%! 

Follow and Donate here: 

https://seedandspark.com/fund/my-favorite-creature

CASTING

Asylum Casting - Now Casting! 

Non Union Women, late 40's to mid 60's of Middle Eastern descent who have or can do an accent from the Middle Eastern region (Syrian, Turkish, Armenian, Lebanese, Iraqi, Kuwaiti, Iranian/Persian, Jordanian, Omani, Yemeni, Israeli, Palestinian, Egyptian, Qatari, Saudi) 

For a video that will be a part of a museum exhibit about work and culture. 

Shoots in early July in greater Boston and pays $500 for a half day (4-5 hours). To submit email your resume and current photo to [email protected]!

EDITOR

Seeking a paid doc editor...

Michelle Meek is looking for an experienced documentary film editor comfortable working with a more poetic/meditative documentary form for her project "Impermanence". 

From Michelle:

I have a 10-minute reel cut together that recently screened at Salem Film Festival's Docs-in-Progress that I'd be happy to share. I'm looking to work with someone toward a final cut of the film (40-50 minutes in length) over the next few months. Email me at [email protected] or find me on LinkedIn. Information on the project is at my website michelemeek.com or go to impermanenceofeverything.com for more info on the film.

CASTING

NYC / CT-based talent for UConn BFA thesis film!

SEEKING ACTORS FOR

• MOM (Lead) - paid role - Korean female, 30s-40s, must be able to do convincing Korean accent when speaking English
• FUNERAL ATTENDEES / RELATIVES (Background / Extra) - unpaid role, no experience required!

Locations: Albany, NY and Fairfield County, CT (specifics TBD)

Logline: After the sudden passing of her mom, nineteen-year-old Yuna retraces her shared memories with the woman she believed she would have a lifetime to understand.

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/8WvMvMdm3XMSrpmL7

Google Form closes on Sunday, May 31st

If you are also interested in helping out in any way (e.g., PA, HMU Artist), feel free to email and direct any questions regarding the roles to [email protected].

CASTING

HIRING FOR BOSTON PRIDE PARADE! 

Branded Promo Talent, a leading experiential marketing agency, is seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and professional Brand Ambassadors to represent TD Bank at Boston Pride For The People Parade in Boston, MA! 

Date & Time:

Saturday, June 6, 2026
10:00AM - 2:00PM

Location:

Copley Square/Boston Common
Boston, MA 02116

Compensation:

Team Lead - $40/per hour

BAs ‐ $35/per hour

Attire:

Branded t-shirts will be provided. Black jeans, pants/shorts (length appropriate, no rips) and black comfortable gym shoes.

Event Details:

TD Bank is proud to sponsor Boston Pride For The People. Our parade team will help bring energy and excitement to the parade route through banner support, branded merchandise distribution, and a fun, positive presence while proudly representing TD Bank’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community support.

Staff Duties:

• March in the parade while representing the brand with energy and professionalism.
• Carry parade banners and support overall team coordination during the parade.
• Distribute branded merchandise and giveaways to parade spectators.
• Help create a fun, upbeat, and welcoming atmosphere while interacting with attendees.
• Proudly represent TD Bank’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community support.

Staff Expectations:

We want high-energy, outgoing, and engaging Brand Ambassadors who know how to hype a crowd and create great vibes. You must be punctual, professional, and ready to bring it from start to finish!

Application Process:

To be considered, email [email protected] with the following:

• Availability
• Resume
• Headshot
• Relevant experience
• A brief description of why you’re an excellent fit for this role.

Please use "TD Bank - Boston Pride Parade" as the subject of your email.

CASTING

ISO: Chinese American Actress 40+ that speaks Mandarin and English

HOT DANCING GRANNY is looking for a Chinese actress (45+) that speaks Mandarin and English to play our lead role: Sue. We’re targeting a late summer/early fall shoot in Boston, travel & lodging can be provided if needed. Open to SAG and non-union actors. This is a PAID role! 

Fill out this form to apply:

https://forms.gle/iThY7Gg1i8ecVGYz5 

Please DM us on Instagram @ hotdancinggranny with any questions!

HOT DANCING GRANNY is a short film dramedy about three generations of Chinese women — a well-intentioned, second-generation daughter; a skeptical, immigrant mother; and a spunky, secret-influencer grandmother visiting from Beijing — who scramble to film themselves dancing for a self-tape audition when long-buried tensions boil over.

CASTING

Casting Notice for Corporate Project

Dave Habeeb is directing a short film in June 2026 and looking to hire (3) non-union, Asian actors for the lead roles at a rate of $1,000/day (based on a 10-hour day). 

We are looking to cast (2) females, (1) male, and the actors need to be able to portray characters, a CEO and her direct reports, a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and a Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), that are within the 30-to 60-year-old range. 

This a corporate/educational-style project that will be rehearsed and filmed in the Boston area over the course of 1 to 2 days. Actors must be able to provide their own business attire wardrobe, but additional per diems will also be provided to cover parking, local-area mileage, or public transportation. 

Craft Services will be provided for cast and crew on rehearsal and filming days. Seeking local hires only: no travel or other accommodations paid.

If interested, please email Dave Habeeb at [email protected] with your resume, headshot, reel, and availability no later than June 1, 2026. 

CASTING

Now casting the LEAD ROLE in short film Duet For The Dead, a poetic love/ghost story about love, forgiveness and redemption by Jack Millard:

Seeking an actress 26 to 40 years old. Pretty, athletic, small town vibe (not glamorous). Being able to play the guitar is a plus.

Shoots June 12th, 13th, 14th, in New Hampshire.

Non-Union. $100 a day, gas/food/lodging, great tape for actor reel and film festival play and a wonderful creative experience.

Please send up to date headshot and resume. An acting reel is a big plus to [email protected]

CASTING

HEARTS IN HARMONY

Project Type: Short Film

Genre: Grounded Romance Drama / Indie Drama

Tone: Emotional realism in the style of A24-influenced indie films, and intimate character-driven storytelling.

Location: Baltimore, MD ( & surrounding areas ) 

Filming date: July 25th 

Union Status: Non-Union

Shoot Duration: 1 Day Shoot / Single Location

Compensation: $200 / Copy, Credit, Meals

Production Type: Independent Short Film

LOGLINE

After a wedding night leaves lifelong best friends Chloe and Aiden alone in a quiet, emotionally charged moment, an unexpected confession of love forces them to confront buried feelings, past heartbreak, and the risk of destroying the only relationship that has ever truly felt like home.

CHLOE — LEAD

Female | 30-35 | Any Ethnicity | 5’5 or Shorter 

Sharp, emotionally intelligent, guarded underneath warmth. Chloe deeply loves Aiden but has avoided acknowledging it due to past relationship trauma and fear of losing their lifelong friendship. She’s emotionally conflicted throughout the film — wanting connection while fearing the consequences of it.

This role requires:
• Strong emotional realism
• Comfort with layered, conversational dialogue
• Ability to balance vulnerability with emotional self-protection
• Strong listening/reactive acting skills
• Natural chemistry and grounded emotional presence

PROJECT DETAILS

Hearts in Harmony is an intimate, dialogue-driven short film centered around one emotionally vulnerable conversation between two best friends after attending a wedding reception. The story explores:

• emotional honesty
• fear of intimacy 
• timing 
• unresolved love 
• the risk of changing a meaningful friendship

The film leans heavily into realism, subtle performances, silence/subtext, and lived-in emotional dynamics rather than heightened romantic drama.

AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS

📧 [email protected]

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Resume (if available)
• Demo Reel or self-tape
• Contact Information

Self-Tape Scene: Selected applicants will receive sides from the script for a chemistry-focused self-tape audition.

Email Subject Line: HEARTS IN HARMONY – [ROLE NAME]

IDEAL PERFORMANCE STYLE -- We are looking for actors who feel:

 • natural on camera
 • emotionally grounded
 • capable of subtle realism
 • comfortable with pauses, silence, and conversational overlap
 • more “lived-in” than theatrical

This project is performance-driven and relies heavily on authentic chemistry and emotional truth. 

CREW - MULTIPLE

Crew needed for student short film:

Senior Skip Day

Logline: When an overachieving athlete is convinced to skip school by a carefree classmate, the two form a budding connection as they spend the day wandering around Boston.

Looking for: Sound mixer, gaffer, 1st AC, PA

Shoot Dates: 8/3-8/14

Rates: 

Gaffer: $200/day
AC: $200/day
Sound: $250-300/day
PA: unpaid

Contact: Ruby Zatz [email protected]

CASTING

CASTING CALL - DRAMA SHORT FILM SHOOTING NEXT MONTH

Non-Union, $100/day

Title: "My Ghost"

Logline: When the love of his life suddenly moves on, Phil is forced to pick up the pieces on his own.

EMAIL: [email protected] with headshot and/or reel, and I'll send you the sides and deadline.

CHARACTERS

PHIL'S DAD (late forties-to-early-sixties)

Divorced yet financially successful, Phil's dad has done everything he can to provide his adult son Phil with a good life. He's less of a talker, more of an action-taker. When Phil comes to him for life advice, it's a little awkward at first, but he realizes that he must offer a different kind of support for him in this vulnerable moment. 

VANESSA (early-to-late-twenties)

Young woman with a fiery spirit who loves having a good time. An extrovert who shows no signs of slowing down, loves hanging with her girlfriends and having adventures. The type to reschedule her therapy session the night before because she's at the bar. Deep down, she knows she's compensating for something, but she'll get to it eventually when she's not as young and having as much fun.

ELIZA (mid-to-late-twenties)

Witty young woman with a calm demeanor. She does a lot more staying in vs. going out on her weekends. The type to light up some candles and read her favorite book. Smart, converses well, doesn't require anyone's validation. Her introverted nature leads to her spending a lot of time on her own, and she wouldn't hate the chance to meet someone who shares her hobbies. 

JC (mid-to-late-twenties)

The main character's best friend, or so he thinks. JC is also a fiery, sometimes toxic guy who doesn't take a lot of shit. He tends to be the loudest in the room.  He's generally mistrusting of women his age, and stays very loyal to his guys. 

ELI (mid-to-late-twenties)

Close friend of our main character Phil, Eli is a thoughtful guy who, though he doesn't always want to step on toes, will go to bat for you at the end of the day. He's smart, funny, and understanding. An all-around hero. He understands how toxic JC (above) can be but still loves him in spite of it.

COSTUMER

From Chris Centrella:

Looking for wardrobe/costume designer for a monster for a low budget short, 1 full day shoot with a potential for a half day shoot later.

Non union, pays $250 flat plus production buys all the supplies/costumes.

Shoot day is either 13th or 14th of June in the greater Boston area.

Please email [email protected]

CASTING

CASTING CALL — "Bar Car" | Connecticut Feature Film (PAID & FULLY FUNDED)

We are in pre-production on a character-driven independent feature film and are seeking talented local actors for six principal roles.

This is an actor-first production. We rehearse collaboratively, we value your instincts, and we build the work together. If you have strong improv chops and love the craft, we want to hear from you.

ROLES AVAILABLE:

JOHN — Male, 40s. A polished, charismatic executive. Charming and commanding, but carrying more than he lets on.

MATT — Male, late 20s. A talented creative in the middle of a slow unraveling. Funny, vulnerable, and genuinely hard not to root for.

KIM — Female, 40s. Sharp, confident, and effortlessly in command of any room. A woman holding her own in a man's world — and then some.

BRILL — Male, 30s. Gregarious, quick-witted bond trader. The guy who keeps everyone laughing — until the moment calls for something more.

LOUIS — Male, 50s. Impeccably dressed, larger than life, and full of stories that may or may not be true. A genuinely unforgettable character.

CHESTERFIELD — Male, 60s. The elder statesman of the group. Wise, warm, and holding onto his dignity with both hands.

PRODUCTION DETAILS:

Shooting July 2026 | Overnight shoots in Danbury, CT | Connecticut-based actors strongly preferred

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Improv experience required

Availability for overnight shoots

Collaborative, professional attitude on set

Comfortable working on an independent feature

COMPENSATION: $30/hr and up, commensurate with experience

TO SUBMIT:

Email [email protected] with your headshot and video reel. Please include a brief note about which role interests you.

SOUND MIXER

ISO: Sound Mixer for short film

You Are My Sunshine is looking for a local on set sound mixer for a low budget short film shooting in Dartmouth, MA July 15-18 (will only shoot for 3 days within this time frame, still locking picture dates).

Must have own kit.

Rate: $350/day including kit (3 days of work)

Please send resume + reel/work samples + kit information to [email protected]

More information on film: @yams.shortfilm on IG. 

SOUND MIXER

Seeking MA-based Sound Designer/Mixer

Molly Bynum is seeking a stellar sound mixer for an ultra-low budget SAG Feature Film shooting in Millis, MA and surrounding areas this fall.

Must have your own kit and be available Aug 17-19 and Sep 21-Oct 13. Rate is $210/day.

Finding someone based in the eastern MA/Boston greater area is a high priority as housing is unfortunately unavailable.

Please reach out for more details: [email protected]

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

CREW CALL — "Bar Car" | Connecticut Feature Film (PAID & FULLY FUNDED)

We are in pre-production on a character-driven independent feature film and are seeking an experienced First Assistant Director (1st AD) to join our team.

This is an actor-first production. We rehearse collaboratively, we value performance, and we are building a tight, focused set environment. We’re looking for a 1st AD who can balance efficiency with respect for the creative process and help lead a smooth, professional shoot.

ROLE: FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (1st AD)

A strong on-set leader responsible for executing the director’s vision through scheduling, coordination, and crew management. You’ll be the backbone of production — keeping the shoot on time, organized, and running safely while maintaining a positive set culture.

PRODUCTION DETAILS:

Shooting July 2026 | Overnight shoots in Danbury, CT | Connecticut-based crew strongly preferred

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Prior experience as a 1st AD (indie feature experience preferred)

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to manage overnight schedules and keep production on track

• Calm under pressure, solutions-oriented mindset

• Collaborative, professional attitude on set

COMPENSATION: Paid (rate commensurate with experience)

TO SUBMIT:

Email [email protected] with your resume and any relevant credits. Please include a brief note about your experience and availability.

We’re looking for the right person to help us run a tight, efficient set and bring this project to life.

**As always, if you know of any paid local gigs, reply to this email and I’ll share with the rest of community!**