Seeking Teens in PA for "That’s My Family" Proof-of-Concept

Looking for teen actors for "That’s My Family" Proof-of-Concept Short. Please see the details below. ONLY NJ AND LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: THAT'S MY FAMILY is an original, warm, grounded family comedy about a successful father raising three very different teenagers while sharing his home with his opinionated older brother and old-school father. The proof of concept introduces the family's rhythm through a contained morning that turns one missing container of Chinese food into a full household investigation. Rate: This is an unpaid collaborative, non-union micro-budget proof-of-concept production. There is no deferred-pay promise. Cast and crew will be provided meals, snacks, and water on set. Performers will receive screen credit and access to finished footage for reel/portfolio use. Additional info: Looking for performers who can make this family feel lived-in. Natural timing, listening, reactions, and chemistry matter more than a long resume. Production Region: Camden / South Jersey - Greater Philadelphia. Casting is focused on performers who can reasonably work as local hires in the Camden / South Jersey-Greater Philadelphia area. The exact filming location will be shared only with confirmed participants. Working Shoot Window: October 2026 Format: 5-8 minute scripted family-comedy proof of concept For performers under 18, parent/guardian participation and applicable child-performer requirements will be handled before casting is finalized. See the attachment for details. If interested, please email with the subject line: SLP-001 CASTING - [ROLE]-[YOUR NAME]. Please include: your name; the role you are submitting for; the general city/region; a headshot or recent clear photo; an acting resume if available (not required); a reel/clip if available (not required); and a brief introduction. If the performer is under 18, a parent/guardian should make the submission. Do not send Social Security numbers, driver's license images, birth certificates, banking information, or other sensitive identity documents with an initial submission.