Casting Calls - Zion

Zion

Nonunion Actors- N/U Short Film for Tech Company

Baltimore Richmond Philadelphia Boston Pittsburgh Charlotte Nashville New York City Washington DC

About the Job

There is a playful sibling thread that makes this black innovator's impact feel close and personal. Two teens connect through the very things this innovator helped bring into the world.
Chemistry is a high priority!

Age Range: 19–23 (to realistically play a college sophomore/junior)
● Height: 5’11" - 6’2"
● Weight: 180 - 220 lbs
● Hair Type: Locs or low haircut
● Facial Hair: Open
● Ethnicity: Black/African American
● Look: Relatable, approachable, youthful but maturing into adulthood. Could still feel “boyish” at times but with a growing sense of responsibility.
● Tone: Warm, grounded, playful.

Zion is a college student, recently declared his major, and proud to be on the Dean’s List.
● Envision him being well dressed and stylish
● Older brother energy: protective, teasing, but deeply supportive of his younger sister.
● He masks his stress and workload with humor, but his love for Kayla always shines through.
● Feels like the “bridge” between childhood and adulthood. He’s grown enough to mentor, but young enough to still joke around.
Needs to feel cool, confident like a cool big brother but also a little nerdy enough that can be teased by his younger sister.
● Must be able to balance comedic timing (teasing banter) with emotional sincerity (pep talk, surprise visit).

Their relationship is the emotional core of the storyline.
● Need actors with natural comedic timing for banter AND the ability to deliver authentic emotional warmth.
● They both need to feel and look confident in their individuality while admiring each other as siblings

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Job Overview

Short Film
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Rate $1,500 total (see rate breakdown below)
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Gender Man
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Age 19-24
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