India Talent Search for Aspiring Actors

SAG-AFTRA Guest Star Role for Episodic Web Series

Job Description
A comedic, character-driven episodic web series is casting a male actor to play a guest star role as a grounded, naturally funny father figure. Set inside a struggling improv theater, this short-form project is seeking talent with strong deadpan delivery and realistic comedic instincts. Selected actors will be asked to self-tape after receiving sides.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a guest star role in a short episodic web series

• Deliver dry, deadpan comedy with natural realism

• Take direction and collaborate with the creative team for a character-driven tone

• Complete a self-tape audition if selected to audition

Requirements

• Male actor, late 50s to early 60s

• Ethnicity: open

• Strong comedic timing with subtle, deadpan delivery

• Able to portray a practical, observant father with warmth and quiet humor

• Improv experience is a plus (not required)

Compensation

• Unpaid under a SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget Agreement

• SAG-AFTRA credit

• IMDb credit

Job Description
A coming-of-age musical comedy-drama is casting performers for a heartfelt, high-energy stage production about three best friends navigating friendship, love, and chaotic adventures. This non-union, independent musical project is looking for versatile actors who can sing, dance, and deliver strong comedic timing, with opportunities for both lead and supporting roles. Non-speaking roles are welcome, but all performers must be able to follow stage choreography and group routines.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a live musical production, including scripted scenes and staged movement

• Sing and dance in ensemble and featured musical numbers

• Collaborate with the director, choreographer, and cast during rehearsals and performances

• Maintain character consistency, energy, and stage presence throughout the show

Requirements

• Must be comfortable with singing, dancing, and choreographed group routines

• Strong comedic acting skills and emotional range preferred

• Ability to take direction and work well in an ensemble

• Roles available include:

  • Riley (Supporting Lead / Best Friend): Male, 18–25, loyal, sarcastic, playful; needs stamina and comfort with singing/dancing

  • Julian (Lead / The Dreamer): Male, 18–25, sweet and awkward; must sing, dance, and handle comedic beats

  • Noah (Supporting Lead / The Jokester): Male, 18–25, quick-witted, confident, playful; comedic timing required

  • Sienna (Lead / Love Interest): Female, 18–25, kind, observant, slightly mysterious; must connect emotionally and perform musical numbers

  • Emily (Supporting / Friend of Sienna): Female, 16–25, cheerful with a sharp edge; must sing and dance in ensemble numbers

  • Tess O’Donald (Featured / Psychic): Female, 25–65, theatrical and witty; strong stage presence and expressive performance style

  • Fred (Antagonist / Red Jacket): Male, 18–25, smug and intimidating; comedic potential while playing a bully

Compensation

• Non-paid (credit provided)

• Footage for reel (where applicable)

• IMDb credit (where applicable)

Job Description
A non-union, student thesis film is casting talent for an intimate, dialogue-driven story set around a gritty poetry slam scene. The project follows a sensitive yet emotionally combative poet as he faces his charming ex-boyfriend, using spoken word to fight for love and recognition. This casting call is seeking actors for one lead and two supporting roles, with all ethnicities encouraged to apply. Please note: one role includes a scripted kiss.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a student thesis film production

• Collaborate with the director and cast to build authentic character moments

• Take direction and deliver emotionally grounded performances

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Nicklas (Lead): Male-identifying, ages 20–25, any ethnicity; role includes a scripted kiss; charming “boy-next-door” with a stubborn edge

• Clyde (Supporting): Any gender, ages 20–25, any ethnicity; bold personality with a trendy, performative vibe

• Val (Supporting): Female-identifying, ages 20–35, any ethnicity; grounded, guarded, and emotionally layered

• Comfortable working in an indie/student film environment

• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Unpaid, non-union role

• Credit and on-set experience for emerging and working actors

My Dating Life Sucks Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting Call

Job Description
A paid, non-union romantic comedy feature film is casting supporting roles, featured roles, day players, and background talent for an upcoming production filming in St. Petersburg, Florida. This project offers IMDb credit and is seeking a wide range of actors who can bring humor, heart, and authentic energy to character-driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a romantic comedy feature film

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and scenes

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Must be 18+ for adult roles (child roles listed below)

• Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable working on a film set

• Open to a wide range of backgrounds and looks depending on role

• Roles available include:

  Supporting Roles

  • Sloan: Female, 35–40, Black. Toni’s ex-girlfriend; lesbian; content creator; image-driven and self-absorbed.

  • Aaron: Male, 30s, Black. Former NFL player turned bar owner; grounded, romantic; Toni’s best friend.

  • Antwan: Male, 30s, Black. Toni’s younger brother; sarcastic, protective, loving.

  • Marcella: Female, 60–70, Black. Toni’s mother; opinionated, dramatic, hilarious.

  • Alfred: Male, 60–70, Black. Toni’s father; warm, playful, wise.

  • Tyler: Male, 40s, Black. Best friend; bold comedic relief; identifies as a gay man.

  • Mia: Female, 40s, Black or Latina. Best friend; married mom; honest, grounded.

  Featured Roles

  • Giselle: Female, 30s, Black. Antwan’s wife; polished, proper, slightly judgmental.

  • Jenna: Female, 18–25, Any ethnicity. Bartender/server; friendly, witty.

  • Michael: Male, Black, 50–60s. Extremely handsome; has a “50 Shades of Grey” date with Toni.

  • Reggie: Male, Black, 30–40. Toni’s church date; “DL” man.

  • Chris: Male, 30–40, Any ethnicity. Under 5’5”; Toni’s date; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Abdul: Male, Black, 30–40. Free-spirited cannabis enthusiast; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Children: Ages 4–8, African American, Latino, and/or racially ambiguous. Natural, expressive kids for family scenes.

  Day Player Roles

  • Dwayne: Male, Black, 21–25. Immature first date; club-focused; “YN” type.

  • Trey: Male, Black, 30–40. Fitness trainer; well-meaning but body-critical.

  • Anita: Female, 40–60, Any ethnicity. Toni’s boss; sharp, supportive professional.

  • John: Male, 35–45, Any ethnicity. Mia’s husband; supportive, family-oriented.

  • Keisha: Female, 20s–30s, Any ethnicity. Sloan’s new partner/fiancée; extremely jealous of Toni.

  • Additional day players (minor/no speaking): bartender, server, pastor, park officer, DJ.

  Background Roles

  • Background actors, 18+, any ethnicity.

Compensation

• Paid, non-union roles (rates not listed)

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Male Ballet Dancers for Film/TV Production

Job Description
A scripted production is casting trained male ballet dancers to portray featured dancer roles. This opportunity is ideal for performers with strong classical technique who can bring authentic movement and stage presence to camera. Roles will portray characters in the late teens through mid-20s range, so talent should be comfortable playing within that age range.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet choreography on camera with strong technique and control

• Take direction from the choreographer and production team

• Maintain performance consistency across multiple takes

• Bring believable character presence while dancing in scripted scenes

Requirements

• Male ballet dancers with formal training

• Must be comfortable portraying late teens to mid-20s

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans area

• If under 18, must have parent/legal guardian consent to apply

• Professional, reliable, and camera-ready

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA scale (if applicable)

• Filming date TBD (late February/March timeframe)

First Nations Male Talent for TV Commercial

Job Description
A paid TV commercial focused on retirement planning is seeking a Sydney-based First Nations man for a featured on-camera role. This is a non-speaking opportunity, but talent must be confident on camera and able to convey natural emotion and presence. No previous acting experience is required, though any experience is welcomed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a TV commercial as a featured character

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Deliver natural, confident performance without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across takes

Requirements

• First Nations male talent, ages 50–65

• Must be Sydney-based (or able to work locally in Sydney)

• No speaking required, but must be confident on camera

• No previous acting experience required (experience is a plus)

Compensation

• Paid role up to $7,000 (for the selected talent)

Film Extras for Coming-of-Age Drama

Job Description
A coming-of-age drama film is seeking background actors to appear as extras in an intimate lounge scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and can bring a natural, nightlife energy to a moody, story-driven environment. Talent will be asked to wear elevated casual evening attire suitable for dinner or a night out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lounge patrons in a background role for a film scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity across takes with consistent reactions and movement

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated casual evening wear

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

• Comfortable appearing in a lounge setting with prop alcohol and prop weed on set (no actual consumption)

• Wardrobe: elevated casual evening wear (what you’d wear to dinner or a night out)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to stay for the full filming call time

Compensation

• Unpaid background role (no rate listed)

• Food and refreshments provided on set

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)