AMIT Talent Search Open Casting Call

Job Description

A film and television production team is seeking an experienced Crowdsourcing Manager to support feature film and series projects. The role focuses on managing and executing crowdfunding campaigns to help bring projects across the finish line. These projects already have partial financial backing and distribution in place, and require strategic support to complete funding efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee crowdfunding campaigns for film and series projects

• Develop and execute campaign strategies to meet fundraising goals

• Coordinate messaging, updates, and outreach efforts

• Work closely with the production team to align fundraising with project timelines

• Track campaign performance and adjust strategies as needed

Requirements

• Prior experience managing crowdfunding campaigns for film or television projects

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a production team

• Experience with fundraising platforms and audience engagement strategies

Compensation Details

• Compensation details to be discussed

Job Description

A staged reading production is seeking one female actor for a paid, non-equity role in a dramatic theatrical presentation. The project is an award-winning, headline-inspired play that confronts themes of antisemitism and political bullying within a private school setting. The role requires strong dramatic presence and the ability to portray an authoritative, emotionally complex character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a staged reading for live audiences

• Portray a principal-level authority figure with emotional restraint and rigidity

• Participate in rehearsals conducted virtually

• Perform professionally in both afternoon and evening presentations

Requirements

• Female actor

• Appears to be in her 40s

• Strong theatrical performance skills

• Comfortable performing serious, socially driven subject matter

• Ability to participate in virtual rehearsals

Compensation Details

• $250 flat rate

• Non-Equity production

• Dinner and snacks provided

Job Description

A low-budget music video production is seeking a male actor to portray the Grim Reaper in an upcoming project. This role requires a strong on-camera presence and the ability to embody a dark, symbolic character within a visually driven music video setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Grim Reaper character on camera

• Follow creative direction from the director

• Perform on set in a professional and collaborative manner

• Participate fully in the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Male actor

• Preferably bald or willing to portray a bald look

• Comfortable performing in a character-driven music video

• Ability to work on location

Compensation Details

• $300 per day

Job Description

A comedy-horror short film is seeking two Producers to join the creative team on a paid production. This project centers on bold, socially driven storytelling and is specifically looking to collaborate with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ producers. The producers will support the project from development through post-production, contributing to both creative and logistical aspects of the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with fundraising efforts including investors, crowdfunding, and grants

• Support production planning and organization from pre-production through post-production

• Coordinate with the creative team to ensure smooth workflow and communication

• Assist with production paperwork and administrative tasks

• Support social media and promotional efforts as needed

Requirements

• Open to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ producers

• Experience or interest in fundraising for short films

• Ability to start immediately and remain involved through post-production

• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a collaborative environment

• Social media experience preferred

• Previous experience with SAG-AFTRA low-budget or micro-budget paperwork preferred but not required

• Must be based in Los Angeles

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity

Job Description

A narrative fantasy drama series is casting lead, supporting, and recurring roles for an upcoming dark fantasy project. The series explores themes of love, prophecy, morality, and identity within a richly imagined world. This is a non-union production seeking talented performers who can bring depth and complexity to character-driven storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead, supporting, or recurring characters in a fantasy narrative series

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to develop character arcs

• Perform scripted scenes with emotional depth and consistency

• Participate in rehearsals and production as required

Requirements

• Open to actors of various backgrounds and experience levels

• Ability to perform in a narrative fantasy drama setting

• Must be available to work on location

• Strong commitment to character development and storytelling

• Non-union performers

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity (deferred compensation)

Job Description

A non-scripted testimonial project is seeking real people to participate in an on-camera interview for a reputable wellness brand. Participants will share authentic personal experiences related to focus, sleep, overwhelm, or cognitive challenges. This is a relaxed, conversational interview — not scripted acting — guided by a director in a supportive and professional environment.

No acting experience is required. Participants should feel comfortable speaking honestly on camera and sharing personal stories in their own words.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person, filmed testimonial-style interview

• Answer prompted questions from an interviewer in a conversational format

• Share authentic personal experiences on camera

• Complete release paperwork on site

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Ages 25 and older

• Comfortable being filmed on camera

• Open to discussing personal experiences related to focus, sleep, overwhelm, or cognitive challenges

• No acting experience required

Compensation Details

• $250 buyout for any testimonial content that is selected and used

• Buyout is not guaranteed

• If selected, content may be used for paid media on Meta platforms and organic social media under the brand’s Instagram account, in perpetuity

Luxury Hair Care Brand – Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A luxury hair care brand is casting multiple on-camera roles for an upcoming commercial project. This production is seeking confident, expressive talent who can bring personality, style, and authenticity to a beauty-focused storyline. Roles range from speaking parts to featured and background appearances, making this a great opportunity for performers interested in branded content and lifestyle storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a scripted commercial production

• Portray defined character types with confidence and personality

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain a polished, camera-ready appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Open to male and female performers

• Ages 18–25 depending on role

• Comfortable performing on camera; speaking roles require strong delivery

• Roles available include:

  • Trainees: Female performers, confident and comedic, portraying academy trainees (speaking role)

  • Tay-Tay: Male performer ages 18–23 with braids, locs, or afro; sarcastic college student type

  • Sorority Girls: Female performers ages 18–25; stylish, confident, and energetic

  • College Students: Male and female performers ages 18–25

Compensation

• Paid commercial roles

• Compensation provided based on role and production terms

Light Eater – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A Sundance Indigenous Program–supported short film is casting Navajo actors for two leading roles in an intimate, character-driven story. Light Eater explores identity, control, healing, and reconnection through the lives of two women navigating adulthood in Los Angeles. This project seeks grounded, emotionally present performers for a focused, story-first production filming over two days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a narrative short film

• Deliver emotionally authentic, character-driven performances

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

• Participate fully in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Navajo performers

• Ages 30s

• Must be Los Angeles local

• Comfortable working on an independent short film production

• Roles available include:

  • Esther: A disciplined, self-controlled woman who relies on structure, routine, and prevention to maintain order in her life

  • Lucy: An emotionally open woman seeking momentum and reconnection after moving to Los Angeles

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided by production)

• Two-day shoot

Energy Company Commercial – Improv Performers & Soccer Kids

Job Description
A commercial project is casting talent for an energy company shoot in Dallas, Texas. This opportunity is seeking confident improv performers and real kids who play soccer, along with their parents, for on-camera roles. The production is looking for natural, expressive talent who can bring authentic energy and personality to a family-friendly commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a commercial production

• Participate in light improv and natural interactions as directed

• Follow creative direction during fittings and filming

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Improv performers (men and women) ages 25 and older

• Kids ages 11 and up who actively play soccer

• Parents of selected kids are welcome and encouraged to participate

• Comfortable performing on camera in a commercial environment

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Dallas, Texas

Compensation

• Paid commercial roles

• Compensation provided based on role and production terms

True Crime Recreation Series – Audrey Role

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a non-union actor to portray Audrey in a dramatized reenactment. This role is for a young female performer who closely resembles a provided reference and can bring a realistic presence to non-speaking, recreation-style scenes. Filming will take place in Knoxville, Tennessee, with the possibility of being needed for one or both shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a scripted character in a true crime reenactment

• Perform on camera without scripted dialogue

• Follow on-set direction for blocking and scene accuracy

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout filming

Requirements

• Female performers in their early 20s

• Multiracial performers encouraged, including White or Asian

• Long brown hair and ability to closely resemble the provided reference photo

• Comfortable working in a non-speaking recreation role

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $125 per day flat rate

• Paid, non-union role

Driving Instructor – Film Role

Job Description
A film production is seeking an experienced driving instructor to portray a driving instructor on screen. This role is ideal for someone with real-world driver’s education experience who can bring authenticity and confidence to the performance. Acting experience is a plus, but candidates with professional driving instruction backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a driving instructor in a scripted film scene

• Demonstrate realistic teaching behavior and on-camera professionalism

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain a calm, instructional presence during filming

Requirements

• Proven experience as a driving instructor

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Reliable, professional, and adaptable on set

• Availability later this month (exact filming date to be confirmed)

Compensation

• Paid role

• Compensation provided based on production terms

Public Service Announcement Video – Father and Daughter Roles

Job Description
A public service announcement video is casting Arkansas-based actors for two principal speaking roles. This project is seeking experienced performers who can deliver emotionally grounded performances and confidently handle longer scripted dialogue. Filming will take place in Central Arkansas and is ideal for actors looking to work on a professional PSA with strong storytelling focus.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted speaking role in a PSA video

• Memorize and deliver a longer script clearly and naturally

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Portray realistic family dynamics on camera

Requirements

• Must be based in Arkansas and have a valid Arkansas driver’s license

• Acting experience required

• Roles available include:

  • Father: Male, mid to late 40s, any ethnicity, strong speaking voice

  • Daughter: Female, ages 16–17, any ethnicity, expressive and confident on camera

• Comfortable working a full production day

Compensation

• $1,800 for a 10-hour shoot day

• Paid, non-union role