For Such A Time As This
For Such a Time as This is a festival-bound short film inspired by the story of Esther and set in the world of modern digital media. The story follows a rising podcaster who finds herself navigating ambition, loyalty, and personal conviction while working inside a powerful media company. As tensions rise behind the scenes, she must confront difficult choices about integrity, courage, and the responsibility that comes with having a voice. This is a character-driven story centered on strong performances and nuanced relationships.
Roles For This Project
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Short Film
Kai
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Man
Los Angeles
40 - 60
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Esther’s friend and manager of her Podcast. A Christian. Kind, logical, loyal. Always willing to help Esther out but also wanting to keep her safe, he has the best intentions. Uncovers a wicked plot by Haman and helps expose it. Based on Mordecai in the Bible story of Esther. Will be needed for 3 da... [See More]
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Short Film
Fbi Agents 1 & 2
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Man, Woman
Los Angeles
30 - 55
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Two FBI Agents that get tipped off that the CEO of X-ILE Media is money laundering only to walk in on a crazy plot unraveling. Professional, strong. DAY PLAYER will be needed for 1 day
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Short Film
Party Attendees
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Man, Woman
Los Angeles
21 - 61
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Media Company guests attending a corporate event. Must have cocktail attire. Great opportunity to gain experience on set, get an IMDb credit, and meet the crew - we film a lot! will be needed for 1-2 days
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Short Film
Austin King
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Man
Los Angeles
30 - 39
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
The kind yet business-minded CEO of X-ILE Media. Handsome, clean-cut, smart, romantic lead. The pressures and stress from the Board and working with influencers is getting to him. Torn between wanting to do what’s best for the company but also for everyone. Based on King Ahasuerus in the Bible story... [See More]
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Short Film
Tyler
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Man
Los Angeles
21 - 29
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Assistant to CEO Austin. Finance Bro energy. A part of the plot to be rid of Christians from social media platform X-ILE. SMALL SUPPORTING will be needed for 3 days
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Short Film
Damien Haman
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Man
Los Angeles
35 - 45
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Vice President of X-ILE Media. Cunning, smart, prideful, knows how to slap on a fake smile. The diabolical villain, he plots to take over the social media platform X-ILE, while ultimately desiring to ban all Christians from it in the process. Based on Haman in the Bible story of Esther. LEAD will be... [See More]
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Short Film
Janitor
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Man
Los Angeles
30 - 70
Non Union
Short Film
Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
An Angel of God in disguise. He nudges Esther and others in the right direction. He is a visual reminder of God’s presence in our lives. No Speaking Lines. SMALL SUPPORTING will be needed for 1-2 days
More Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Esther’s friend and manager of her Podcast. A Christian. Kind, logical, loyal. Always willing to help Esther out but also wanting to keep her safe, he has the best intentions. Uncovers a wicked plot by Haman and helps expose it. Based on Mordecai in the Bible story of Esther. Will be needed for 3 da... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Two FBI Agents that get tipped off that the CEO of X-ILE Media is money laundering only to walk in on a crazy plot unraveling. Professional, strong. DAY PLAYER will be needed for 1 day
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Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Media Company guests attending a corporate event. Must have cocktail attire. Great opportunity to gain experience on set, get an IMDb credit, and meet the crew - we film a lot! will be needed for 1-2 days
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Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
The kind yet business-minded CEO of X-ILE Media. Handsome, clean-cut, smart, romantic lead. The pressures and stress from the Board and working with influencers is getting to him. Torn between wanting to do what’s best for the company but also for everyone. Based on King Ahasuerus in the Bible story... [See More]
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Submissions Due: 03/10/2026
Vice President of X-ILE Media. Cunning, smart, prideful, knows how to slap on a fake smile. The diabolical villain, he plots to take over the social media platform X-ILE, while ultimately desiring to ban all Christians from it in the process. Based on Haman in the Bible story of Esther. LEAD will be... [See More]