CASTING CALL: Wanted Male to Portray Lifeguard in Airlie Beach Short Film (PAID ROLE)
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Independent local production company/filmmaker is seeking a male to appear as a lifeguard in an upcoming short film. One-day filming, two locations, solo filmmaker. Short film, minimal dialogue, lead and only role. Paid job $500 for 1-2 hours filming. Flexible on filming dates.
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Title: THE LIFEGUARD (2026)
Project Type: Short Film (Psychological thriller/Drama)
Location: Airlie Beach, Queensland
Shoot Dates: TBD (Early Pre-Production)
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ABOUT THE FILM
From award-winning Australian filmmaker James Cunningham comes The Lifeguard, a gripping psychological thriller that dissects the duality of courage and guilt. Celebrated as a local hero for saving three lives at a community pool, he prepares to face shocking allegations in a television interview that will define his legacy.
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Written & Directed by: James Cunningham
Produced by: Vanessa Abbott & Slade Phillips
Production Company: Presidential Productions
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ABOUT THE ROLE
Damocles the Lifeguard, 18-30+. All colours and ethnicities welcome to apply.
A man whose public identity is etched in stone. The savior, the humble hero, the bedrock of the community. But beneath the surface of a disciplined lifeguard lies a turbulent sea of moral complexity. Damocles is physically imposing yet emotionally coiled; he carries the weight of a secret that threatens to shatter the pedestal he has been placed upon. This role requires an actor capable of conveying immense internal conflict without dialogue, shifting between stoic authority and raw vulnerability as the pressure of the live interview closes in.
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JOB DETAILS
- Must be over 18yo for this opportunity.
- Physique: Athletic, strong, physically credible as a lifeguard.
- Skill: No acting experience required. Comfort in and around water is essential.
- Acting Requirements: Ability to handle psychological nuance. The role demands a performance that can carry the tension of a pressure-cooker environment. This role requires nudity in a shower scene, you must be comfortable with this. This is a paid role.
- Compensation: Paid $500.00 for 1-2 hours work (filming). Expenses such as travel, haircut, will also be paid as required. May be asked to attend unpaid rehearsals.
- Delivery: Finished film to be submitted to international film festivals, sales.
- Credit: Actor to be fully credited on film and in posters, marketing and promotions.
To Apply: Please email us with an introduction, your name, age, and a few photos/selfies so we know what you look like for the role. Any questions, please ask.
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