PRESTON CASTING
Preston Casting
Independent TV Pilot | Festival Circuit
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Shoot Dates: May 23–24, 2026 (2-day shoot)
Union Status: Non-Union
Local hires preferred
PROJECT OVERVIEW
“Preston” is a grounded, character-driven short film exploring identity, environment, and emotional adjustment through the lens of a young man navigating a new world in Brooklyn.
We are seeking naturalistic performers with strong presence, subtle emotional depth, and authenticity.
RATES
Leads: $250/day
ROLES
PRESTON (Lead)
Age: 13–20 (must convincingly portray a teen)
Clean-cut, polished, composed. Observant and slightly reserved.
Protagonist. Comes from a structured, possibly privileged background and is adjusting to a louder, unfamiliar environment. Processes everything internally, often feeling like an outsider.
Emotional arc moves from disorientation to observation to a subtle sense of connection.
LAMAR (Lead)
Age: 14–20 (must convincingly portray a teen)
Effortless Brooklyn energy. Confident, witty, naturally charismatic.
Cousin and guide into the neighborhood. Energetic, social, and instinctive. Street-aware with emotional depth beneath the surface. Brings humor and grounding while quietly carrying his own vulnerability.
AUNT MICHELLE (Supporting)
Age: 30–40
Polished, structured, nurturing. Strong, grounded presence.
Maternal figure who leads through action rather than words. Holds the household together with consistency and control. Provides stability within an otherwise unpredictable environment.
GRANDPA WILLIE (Supporting)
Age: 60–70
Sharp, charismatic, layered. Well-groomed with a lived-in presence.
A philosophical observer with humor and unpredictability. Reads people quickly and speaks in a way that feels both insightful and slightly disarming. Balances wisdom with moments of levity, adding both texture and tension to the household dynamic.
