We are seeking an experienced Casting Director for an upcoming independent short film shooting in the Los Angeles area. The project, A Test of Faith, is a character-driven psychological thriller/drama centered on faith, morality, manipulation, and an impossible choice. We are looking for a casting director who can help us identify and secure a small principal cast of strong dramatic actors, with an emphasis on performers with professional theater/stage experience. What we're looking for: Casting Director with film, television, theater, or strong independent-film casting experience Strong connections to Los Angeles actors and talent representatives Comfortable casting culturally authentic Muslim characters Ability to identify actors capable of emotionally demanding, dialogue-driven performances Experience organizing auditions/self-tapes and presenting a curated shortlist to the director Strong communication and professionalism This is a paid position. Compensation will be discussed based on experience and scope of work. The production is currently in pre-production, with the screenplay and initial production team in place. When responding, please include your name, casting experience, IMDb/website if available, examples of previous projects, availability, and expected rate. Location: Los Angeles, CA Project: Independent Short Film Position: Casting Director Compensation: Paid / Negotiable
