“Almost Trying” Casting Call for Cassie

Casting Companion; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Casting Companion is seeking a female actor for the Cassie role in the independent feature Almost Trying, filming in Sevier County, Tennessee. The candidate is 25–45, with an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent and a grounded, comedic presence on camera.

The role is a paid feature with compensation varying by role; the actor should bring practical, sharp timing and a confident, matter-of-fact demeanor to the character of Cassie amid chaotic situations.

Qualifications

• Female actor, ages 25–45.
• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Strong grounded comedic and character acting ability.
• Comfortable with material containing strong language and adult humor.

Responsibilities

• Portray Cassie in the independent feature film Almost Trying.
• Deliver an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent throughout the performance.
• Bring Cassie’s practical, confident, and sharp‑tongued personality to life on camera.
• Perform naturally within chaotic and increasingly unpredictable comedic situations.
• Use subtle reactions, dialogue delivery, and body language to create grounded comedic moments.
• Convey Cassie’s familiarity with the local characters and her ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Maintain consistent characterization, accent, and comedic timing throughout filming.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Skills

Southern/Appalachian accent

Character acting

Comedic timing

Job description

Female Actor for Cassie Role in “Almost Trying” Feature Film

Job Description

The independent feature film Almost Trying is casting a female actor ages 25–45 to portray Cassie, a supporting character in an upcoming production filming in Sevier County, Tennessee. This paid feature film role requires an authentic Southern or Appalachian accent and a performer with strong instincts for grounded, character-driven comedy.
Cassie is a local gas station clerk who seems to know everyone caught up in the story’s increasingly chaotic situation. Practical, sharp, and exceptionally difficult to intimidate, she reacts to the surrounding trouble with more irritation than fear. The comedy should come from Cassie’s confidence and matter‑of‑fact reactions rather than an exaggerated performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Cassie in the independent feature film Almost Trying.
• Deliver an authentic Southern/Appalachian accent throughout the performance.
• Bring Cassie’s practical, confident, and sharp‑tongued personality to life on camera.
• Perform naturally within chaotic and increasingly unpredictable comedic situations.
• Use subtle reactions, dialogue delivery, and body language to create grounded comedic moments.
• Convey Cassie’s familiarity with the local characters and her ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Maintain consistent characterization, accent, and comedic timing throughout filming.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 25–45.
• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Strong grounded comedic and character acting ability.
• Able to portray a practical, confident, sharp‑tongued character who is difficult to intimidate.
• Strong natural screen presence and understated comedic timing.
• Comfortable performing heightened situations without making the character exaggerated or cartoonish.
• Must be comfortable with material containing strong language and adult humor.
• Must be able to work in Sevier County, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid feature film acting opportunity.
• Rate varies by role.