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Base Credit Amount: 25%
Maximum credit amount: 40%

Principal Performers Credit Cap

$5 million cap per production for non-resident principal performing artists.*

No cap for resident artists.

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    Production: The Horno

    Production Company: Time Release Productions, LLC
    Director: Linda Palko
    Producer: Linda Palko
    Dates: August 2, 3, 9, 10
    Time: daytime TBD
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: CASTING, speaking roles:
    ● Latino Neighbor: male OR female, age 40+, jolly, gregarious, jokester, overly friendly, helpful, quick to befriend
    ● Native Woman: female, any adult age, serious but still nice, motherly or teacherly, can speak a native Southwest language

    non-union, local, NM residents only

    Information: ● PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A low-budget, non-union, short film with a micro crew and a script that is funny and hopeful. A NM story where multiple cultures come together.
    ● SHOOT DATES: Two to three days of exterior shooting within these dates: Aug 2, 3, 9, 10. Back-up/rain dates Aug 16 and 17.
    ● REHEARSAL DATES: One table read and one blocking rehearsal, dates/times TBD.
    ● COMPENSATION: Flat rate stipend, food on set, partial copy, and screen credit.
    ● CONTACT: Please email a head shot or selfie and text number to thehornoshort@gmail.com with your interest.

    Contact Name: Linda Palko
    Contact Email: thehornoshort@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5052610747

    Production: Baby Churn

    Production Company: Oily TrashMovies
    Director: Bradley Birch
    Producer: Frida Mercury
    Dates: TBA
    Time: TBA
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: What if you could do it all over again, knowing what you know now? Welcome to the world of Baby Churn, where Rewind technology allows people to send their consciousness to the past. The only problem is: Things can never be exactly as they once were. Dr. Alvarez is one such individual who found out the hard way, and he has since dedicated lifetimes to genetic engineering, hoping that he may one day be reunited with his son.

    Production Company: Oily TrashMovies
    Project Type: Micro-Independent Sci-Fi Short
    Union Status: SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Agreement (Open to Union & Non-Union Talent)
    Shoot Date: 1 Day (Exact date TBD, Week of August 11-15th, 2025)
    Location: Albuquerque, NM
    Rate: $50/day flat + meals/snacks
    Roles: Non-speaking, featured

    Information: Gender: Male-presenting
    Age Range: 7-10 years old
    Ethnicity: Ambiguous / Mixed (Latino & White appearance preferred)
    Hair: Light brown to auburn / reddish tones
    Eyes: Hazel or greenish
    Description:
    Donald is the quiet observer. Reserved, emotionally intuitive, and sharp for his age. His expressive face conveys volumes without a single word. Appears in key moment that reflects on the cost of memory and time.

    Please send most recent photo, name, age, location, and parent/guardian contact info

    Gender: Female-presenting
    Age Range: 7-10 years old
    Ethnicity: Ambiguous / Mixed (Latino & White appearance preferred)
    Hair: Auburn / strawberry-blonde, possibly curly
    Eyes: Green or hazel
    Description:
    Jennifer is full of wonder and energy. Her presence adds warmth and contrast to darker story elements. Though she doesn’t speak, her reactions in one pivotal moment are vital to the emotional tone of the film.

    Please send most recent photo, name, age, location, and parent/guardian contact info

    Contact Name: Frida Mercury
    Contact Email: oilytrashmovies@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5052001910

    Production: Killerface

    Director: Dominick Chavez
    Location: Albuquerque, NM, USA

    About: Jeremy, is playing a card game with two other people, for his life. The two other people are Don and Chris. Two gang members. Jeremy is playing the game to get himself out of a debt. There will be one more character who is silent and threatens Jeremy to pay up.
    Contact me for more information or if interested. Thank you.

    Information: This will be the first episode of about ten or twelve others. I will need all four actors for the last episode and a few others.

    Contact Name: Dominick Chavez
    Contact Email: domchavez760@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 505-464-4170

    Production: "Bullied"

    Production Company: Sagebrush Church
    Director: Joel Vallie
    Producer: Lauren Spensley
    Dates: 6/23/25-6/26/25 (exact date TBD)
    Time: Daytime TBD
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: We're filming a short promo video about bullying and how stepping in to help out a friend could change the outcome of someone's life.

    Information: 5 teenage male, non-union actors needed, as well as extras (high school ages, male or female):

    Bully 1
    Bully 2
    Luke
    Sam
    Farley
    5-10+ extras needed to appear in background of scene

    We will be conducting auditions via ZOOM- please reach out and include a headshot, any experience, and a description.

    Contact Name: Lauren Spensley
    Contact Email: laurens@sagebrush.church
    Contact Phone: (505) 620-5439

    Production: funky spec music video

    Production Company: fervent films
    Director: Emilie Blythe McDonald
    Producer: Emilie Blythe McDonald
    Dates: July 15-16
    Time: am + pm shoots
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: Funky spec music video shooting July 15-16 (prep day July 14)

    LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING CAST MEMBERS/DANCERS:
    - Main Character: Funky, Eclectic Woman (20's-50's, any ethnicity)
    - 2 Ice Cream Workers: Femme or Non-Binary, get to dance in a green screen crystal cave (18-25, any ethnicity)
    - 5 Dancers/Ice Cream Shop Patrons: They start off judging the main character and end up doing a choreographed funky dance with her (any age/ethnicity/gender)

    Director: Emilie Blythe McDonald
    Director of Photography: Ignacio Martinez
    Choreographer: Sage Simpson

    You will be fed in food and ice cream. and of course get credit. If there’s room in the budget, a small stipend may be available. Please email with experience and interests: blythe17@gmail.com

    Contact Name: Emilie Blythe McDonald
    Contact Email: blythe17@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 917-428-0414

    Production: Priority Mail

    Production Company: Hairball Studios
    Director: Tanya Mahmood
    Producer: Matthew Pszyk
    Dates: TBD Oct-Nov 2025
    Time: TBD
    Location: Albuquerque, NM

    About: Margot

    Contact Name: Ayleen Castillo
    Contact Email: ayleenyurii@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 505-615-6858

    Production: No Place

    Production Company: Lotus Eye Productions
    Director: Holly Adams
    Producer: Jason Wolf
    Dates: 6/11-6/29
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: No Place , a feature film is seeking Non Union Background talent. Please send info if interested in background work. There will be no pay but it will be fun and food!

    Types needed: swing dancers, rockabilly fans, bar patrons, diner patrons, hippy types, Buddhists. Please submit below.

    Information: https://artists.alessihartigancasting.com/apps/2aaeda34-a86d-4570-9a14-fa7e2f41750f?subject=&body=
    https://artists.alessihartigancasting.com/apps/fd7e53b5-2c3a-4f0e-a352-8e3a9580298a/

    Contact Name: Holly Adams
    Contact Email: holly@noplacemovie.com
    Contact Phone: 505-450-2981

    Production: Priority Mail

    Production Company: Hairball Films
    Director: Tanya Mahmood
    Producer: Matthew Pszyk
    Dates: TBD Oct-Nov 2025
    Time: TBD
    Location: Albuquerque, NM

    About: Logline:
    “Priority Mail” Follows 16-year-old Polo, who, after finding his biological father's Facebook profile, disguises himself as a UPS delivery driver in an attempt to force a chance encounter with the help of a newly found stray dog.

    Directed by: Tanya Mahmood Sandoval
    Produced by: Matthew Pszyk, Maya Dominguez
    Director of Photography: Daniela Basista
    Assistant Director: Ellisif Leishman
    Writer: Tanya Mahmood Sandoval

    Information: Roles:

    POLO (Lead)
    15–21, Latino, Transmasc, Non-Binary, or Gender Non-Conforming
    A guarded but witty teen with a sarcastic streak and a lot of unresolved questions. Raised in foster care, Polo’s journey is one of quiet courage, awkward encounters, and the hope for something real. Must be comfortable with comedic and dramatic material. Additionally, the character will have a canine companion for most of the film. The dog is a trained performer and will be working with two trainers, but comfort with animals is a must.

    MARGOT (Supporting)
    13–21, Female, Any Ethnicity
    Polo’s best (and only) friend. A chaotic genius with a flair for drama and zero impulse control. Margot is the mastermind behind Polo’s plan, equal parts tech-savvy sleuth and absolute menace. Fiercely loyal and weird in all the best ways. Strong comedic timing and improv skills a plus.

    JULIEN (Supporting)
    40–70, Male, Latino
    Polo's biological father, he's a hardworking auto shop owner with a grizzled exterior, but a soft spot for his dog Pepe. Note: The role involves Julien emotionally reuniting with his lost dog. The dog will be a trained performer working with two trainers, but being comfortable with dogs is a must.

    DOLORES (Supporting)
    40–70, Female, Latina
    Julien’s wife. Loving, but distracted and addicted to Candy Crush. She completely misinterprets Polo’s arrival, leading to an unexpectedly wholesome ending. Has the warmth of a tía. Comedic instincts a plus.

    AUBREY (Supporting)
    29–44, Female, Any Ethnicity
    A stylish neighborhood mom caught mid-yoga session. Breezy and well-meaning with a slight passive-aggressive edge. She helps Polo unknowingly get one step closer to his dad.



    To Submit:
    Email hairballfilmsabq@gmail.com to request sides and self-tape requirements for desired role

    Contact Name: Matthew Pszyk
    Contact Email: mattpszyk@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 469-237-8816

    Production: Redux +

    Production Company: Self-funded
    Director: Jesse Muligans
    Producer: Jesse Muligans
    Dates: TBD
    Time: TBD
    Location: Albuquerque, NM

    About: A GRITTY, BOLD, and HARROWING micro-budget short that takes place almost entirely within a single location. The short is a quick tale of discovery. It depicts a simple moment of triumph over horrific adversity...
    TATUM, 18, gender-fluid, walks into an audition room where a single Line Producer acts as a first-round judge for a televised Singing Competition. As we learn about Tatum's background, we quickly realize this newly turned 18-year-old has been abandoned to the streets. Tatum has nothing: No money, no family, no friends. All Tatum has is a voice of gold... and that's all Tatum will ever need.

    Information: Searching for the role of TATUM — Non-union. PAID. Because this is a self-funded passion project, we are looking for local candidates only.
    Who is Tatum? Tatum is someone who loves new contemporary pop/soul/hip hop. However, Tatum is emotionally marred through years of neglect and rejection. As a result, Tatum has grown wise beyond their years. Above all, Tatum is a gifted vocalist, able to register high and low notes effortlessly.
    Please submit headshots, resumes, reels, etc, to 77cerebralentity77@gmail.com

    Contact Name: Kevin Jones
    Contact Email: 77cerebralentity77@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5055553604

    Production: Spaghettification

    Production Company: Blackbox Digital Films LLC
    Director: David D Perez
    Producer: Rodrigo Jefito
    Dates: August 31 - September 7 2025 (2-5 days TBD)
    Time: TBD
    Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico.

    About: Featurette aprox. 45 minutes
    A Gen Z teen, Adam, is home, chatting with his friends online, when he stumbles upon a bizarre darkweb video about a local 505 Urban Legend. Later that night, two mysterious, well dressed intruders arrive at his home and conduct a gut wrenching procedure that redefines all reality

    Contact Name: Aviel Vazquez
    Contact Email: avielvazquez@icloud.com
    Contact Phone: 5058188850

    Production: Anything but yours

    Production Company: RCB Studios
    Director: Tris Trujillo
    Producer: Jenna Trujillo
    Dates: June 6 2025 to August 8 2025
    Location: Abq NM

    About: We are seeking talented young actors aged 18–23 to portray the following characters in an upcoming project:

    James – Male, 18. Brown hair. James is caught in a complicated relationship and struggles to understand his emotions. He feels the urge to escape, but when an unexpected event turns Abigail’s life upside down, he’s left alone—facing his feelings and the presence of a mysterious stranger.

    Abigail – Female, 17. Light redhead or brown hair. A kind-hearted but conflicted girl dealing with an uncertain situation that drastically changes her life.

    Lucy – Female, 18. Blonde. A central figure in the unfolding emotional journey.


    This story explores themes of love, confusion, and emotional growth. If you're passionate about storytelling and character work, we’d love to see your audition.

    Contact Name: Tris Trujillo
    Contact Email: tristyn.trujillo05@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 505 364 2521

    Production: Anything but yours

    Production Company: RCB Studios
    Director: Tris Trujillo
    Producer: Jenna Trujillo
    Dates: 6/10/25 to 8/10/25
    Location: ABQ NM

    About: This is a story a simple yet complex story the story of a boy that falls in love with a girl but he falls in love with someone else but it was a fake love this movie goes through the emotional prospects of a relationship the fights the arguments the feeling of love for the first time and the horrendous act of cheating and the aftermath of how it affects someone mentally and how they choose to move on the feelings that are still there and not

    Contact Name: tris Trujillo
    Contact Email: tristyn.trujillo05@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5053642521

    Production: Spaghettification

    Production Company: Blackbox Digital Films LLC
    Director: David D Perez
    Producer: Rodrigo Jefito
    Dates: August 31 - September 7 2025 (2-5 days TBD)
    Time: TBD
    Location: Albuquerque, NM

    About: Featurette aprox. 45 minutes
    A Gen Z teen, Adam, is home, chatting with his friends online, when he stumbles upon a bizarre darkweb video about a local 505 Urban Legend. Later that night, two mysterious, well dressed intruders arrive at his home and conduct a gut wrenching procedure that redefines all reality.

    Information: ADAM
    (male/18-22 years old /Latino)
    Young, good looking, typical Gen Z, protagonist of the group of friends.

    NEVEAH
    (female/18-22 years old/Latina)
    Young, pretty but shy Gen Z, has a slew of mental health issues, has a crush on Adam.

    TOKER
    (male/20-25 years old/Latino)
    The older friend of the group’s, a cholo from the South Valley, Albuquerque, NM. A real Burqueno.

    APRIL
    (female/18-22years old/White)
    A sassy, empowered White girl who grew up in the streets of the North Valley and is a honorary member of the NM Chicano community.

    ETHAN
    (male/18-22years old/open ethnicity)
    A Juggalo from Rio Rancho, wears the face paint.

    AUNT BARBARA
    (female/40-50years old/Latina)
    A loveable hot mess of a lady that is desperately holding on to the 80s. Adam’s aunt. Comedy relief.
    LATISHA
    (female/40-50years old/Latina)
    A loveable Latina valley girl type from Albuquerque. Barbara’s best friend. Comedy relief.

    AGENT X
    (male/40-50 years old/White)
    A mysterious figure that shows up on a dark web video. CIA type.

    AGENT 1
    (male/40-55years old/open ethnicity)
    A menacing figure similar to the men in black.

    AGENT 2
    (male/40-55years old/open ethnicity)
    A menacing figure similar to the men in black.

    Subject line:
    role you are submitting for - your name
    Example: “Carla -Lisa Rodgers”

    Please include:
    resume, headshot, recent snap shot & reel (if you have one).
    Contact Name: David D Perez
    Contact Email: blackboxdigitalfilm@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 505-948-2191

    Contact Name: David D Perez
    Contact Email: blackboxdigitalfilm@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5059482191

    Production: Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out Season 2

    Production Company: InventTV
    Dates: August 2025-January 2026
    Location: Los Angeles, CA

    About: Season Two Casting is Officially Open!


    Dr. Sandra Lee is TAKING NEW PATIENTS to be treated on Lifetime’s Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out!



    Do you or someone you know need help with a: Growth or Abscess,Lipoma, Cyst, Keloids, Rhinophyma, NF, Severe Acne, Mysterious Rash, or any other skin condition?

    Information: To inquire about being a patient or to refer someone please send the following info to: castingdrpimplepopper@gmail.com

    1. Your Name and Location

    2. Contact info (phone/email)

    3. Share a little bit about yourself and your condition

    4. Photos/ close-up video of your condition (as many as possible.)

    5. Attach a clear photo of your face, and any social media links.



    *All travel and medical expenses are covered by the production.

    *Dr. Pimple Popper is just one of many doctors that can treat these conditions.

    Contact Name: Geoff Schlosser
    Contact Email: Gschlosser@invent.tv
    Contact Phone: 509-481-3443

    Production: Babt Churn

    Production Company: Oily TrashMovies LLC
    Director: Bradley Birch
    Producer: Frida Merucy
    Dates: August 11-15th
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: What if you could do it all over again, knowing what you know now? Welcome to the world of Baby Churn, where Rewind technology allows people to send their consciousness to the past. The only problem is: Things can never be exactly as they once were. Dr. Al is one such individual who found out the hard way, and he has since dedicated his lives to genetic engineering, hoping that he may one day be reunited with his son again.

    Information: Looking for our Indie Short Lead
    Male: Age 20-35,
    Preferably Small to Medium Build,
    Paid gig and meals provided,
    Non-Union or Union Actor
    Open Ethnicity must be available to shoot week of August 11- 15th of 2025 and a 30 second Commercial shoot at nearest Convenience
    email us for audition sides
    subject: Dr. Larson Casting Call

    Contact Name: Members of OTM
    Contact Email: oilytrashmovies@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 55555555

    Production: BLEED - Short Film - 2025

    Production Company: Independent
    Dates: March 29th - 31st
    Time: TBA
    Location: Albuquerque

    About: SHORT SAG-AFTRA
    Producers: Daniel Pattison & Anna Lee
    De Saulniers
    Directors: Daniel Pattison & Anna Lee
    DeSaulniers
    Writer: Anna Lee DeSaulniers
    Cinematographer: Rebecca Duran
    Shoot Dates: March 29 - 31, 2025 (2-3 days tbd)
    Rate of Pay: Meals provided
    Location: Albuquerque, NM (Local hire only)

    Information: ELENA
    (she, late 20s/early 30s,
    chicana/latina/indigenous/mixed)
    Elena is Talia's sister. She was a caring mom and good sister. When Talia would disappear into depression and substance abuse Elena is the one call she would answer. She finds out she is pregnant as a teen. She takes the moment she knows she's having a daughter quite intensely, both excited and devastated because she knows how difficult it is to be a woman in the world.

    TONY
    (he, late 20s/early 30s,
    chicano/latino/indigenous/mixed)
    Estrella's biological father, Elena's baby daddy. A rough exterior with a hurt boy on the inside. He's had to raise himself and survive. He wants to be there for Estella but has no clue where to begin.

    Kid Estrella/Elena
    (3-6, brown hair & eyes)
    The child version of 2 of the main characters.
    Needed for 3 playful scenes.
    Carla
    (she, late 20s/early 30s, open ethnicity)
    Carla is one of Talia and Elena's best friends.
    They grew up getting into trouble together.
    She's a dancer at a local strip club, she has a wild side but takes care of herself and is more responsible than Talia, constantly bailing her out of bad situations without judgement.

    Mike
    (he, 40's/50's, open ethnicity)
    Sandra's Boyfriend. Is taking out his frustration at life on Sandra. He has gotten into the bad habit of escalating arguments with her. They are stuck in a toxic cycle.

    Officer
    (she/he/they) (open ethnicity)
    Seasoned officer in the Albuquerque Police Department. Responding to a domestic violence call.
    Attorney
    (she/he/they) (open ethnicity)
    Professional but relatable. Has to resolve custody of Estrella with Tony and Talia after Elena passes away.

    Subject line:
    role you are submitting for - your name
    (Example: “Carla -Lisa Rodgers”

    Please include:
    resume, headshot, recent snap shot & reel (if you have one).

    Contact Name: Anna Lee
    Contact Email: annadesaulniers@gmail.com
    Contact Phone: 5059803884