Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Teen Talent for Major YouTube Channel Series

Job Description

A major YouTube channel is seeking energetic teen performers for a paid content series filming in the Los Angeles area. This exciting opportunity is open to outgoing teens who are comfortable on camera and ready to participate in fun challenges, comedy skits, and entertaining digital content. If you have a big personality and enjoy creating engaging videos, this could be your chance to appear on one of YouTube’s largest platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in challenge videos, skits, and other YouTube content.
• Deliver natural, energetic, and engaging on-camera performances.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members during filming.

Requirements

• Ages 15–18.
• Must have a confident and outgoing personality.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Must live within driving distance of Los Angeles.
• Available for the scheduled filming.

Compensation

• Paid YouTube production opportunity.

Psychological Horror Short Film Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description

A proof-of-concept psychological horror short film is casting lead and supporting actors for an upcoming production in the Los Angeles area. The coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, memory, queer desire, and personal conflict. Casting welcomes performers of all experience levels, with queer and BIPOC actors especially encouraged to apply. This project offers an opportunity to collaborate on a film selected for a prestigious proof-of-concept accelerator program.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in a psychological horror short film.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring emotionally driven characters to life.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic, character-focused performances on camera.

Requirements

• Seeking actors for the following roles:
  • Maya: Female, 18+ to portray a 15-year-old, emotionally expressive with the ability to portray innocence, curiosity, and psychological unraveling.
  • Diane: Female, 40s–50s, modest and grounded with strong emotional range. Experience portraying complex characters is a plus.
  • Rattail: Male, 20s–30s, charismatic with emotional depth, strong improvisational skills, and the ability to portray a rebellious personality.
• Open to performers of all ethnicities unless otherwise specified by the role.
• Queer performers are encouraged to apply.
• No acting experience is required.
• Must be available to film in the Los Angeles area.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Actors for Short Film “How to Ride a Bike”

Job Description

A new short film, How to Ride a Bike, is casting Los Angeles-based actors for a heartfelt coming-of-age drama. Written and directed by Bao Nguyen, the film follows a Vietnamese refugee in Southern California who enrolls in an adult cycling class to connect with his young son, uncovering a deeply personal journey of fatherhood, displacement, and second chances. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for both emerging and experienced performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Portray emotionally authentic and engaging characters.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Must be based in the Los Angeles area.
• No previous acting experience is required.
• Must match one of the following roles:
  • Tommy: Vietnamese male, approximately 7 years old. Bright, energetic, and observant child who longs to learn how to ride a bike with his father.
  • Instructor: Male, any ethnicity, 30s–60s. Gentle, supportive adult cycling instructor.
  • Tall Man: White male, 50s. Determined and supportive student learning to ride a bike later in life.
  • Kevin: Male, any ethnicity, approximately 8 years old. Skilled young bike rider with a confident personality.
  • Celina: Latina or Black female, 50s. Warm-hearted widow learning to ride a bike after losing her husband.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected actors.

Short Film Casting Call for In the Water

Job Description

A paid non-union short film, In the Water, is casting multiple speaking roles for an intimate family drama filming over two days in Los Angeles this fall. Casting directors are seeking talented actors for a range of emotionally layered characters spanning children, adults, and seniors. Several roles require performers who are comfortable filming in or around water. This is an excellent opportunity for actors looking to work on a character-driven independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in an independent short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and filming.
• Deliver emotionally authentic performances.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Participate in water-based scenes if required by the role.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Must be a Los Angeles local.
• Available for filming over two days this fall.
• Seeking the following roles:
  • Jessica: Female, White, ages 40–45. A restrained, emotionally complex mother. Must be comfortable filming underwater.
  • Danny: Male, White, ages 40–45. A dependable father balancing charm with quiet control.
  • Margot: White girl, ages 7–11. Bright, playful, emotionally expressive. Must be comfortable filming underwater.
  • Kyra: Female, all ethnicities, ages 30–40. Warm, socially intuitive, and naturally charismatic.
  • Brendon: Male, all ethnicities, ages 30–40. Easygoing, humorous, and personable.
  • Eleanor: White female, ages 60–70. Grandmother role. Must be comfortable swimming and filming underwater.

Compensation

• Jessica: $175 per filming day.
• Danny: $125 per filming day.
• Margot: $125 per filming day.
• Kyra: $100 per filming day.
• Brendon: $100 per filming day.
• Eleanor: $100 per filming day.

Job Description

An independent passion project is casting a male actor to portray a politician in an upcoming short film filming in Long Beach, California. The production is seeking a committed performer who is passionate about acting and interested in collaborating on a character-driven project with the potential for additional filming days.

This guerrilla-style production is ideal for actors looking to expand their reel while working with an independent filmmaking team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a politician in a scripted short film.
• Perform scenes for a seven-page screenplay.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Be available for possible future shoot dates to complete the project.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Playing age: 30–45.
• Able to convincingly portray a politician.
• Passionate about independent filmmaking and acting.
• Available to film in Long Beach, California.
• Willing to submit a video audition.
• Flexible for potential future filming dates if needed.

Compensation

• $100 per day.
• Gas reimbursement provided.
• Approximately 6–8 hours of filming per day.
• Opportunity to build your acting reel with an independent short film.

ob Description

The independent drama Nhang (Incense) is casting lead and supporting actors for a heartfelt feature film filming in Garden Grove, California. No previous acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for aspiring performers. The story follows Tien, a devoted but emotionally reserved parent, as she navigates grief and family memories through a Vietnamese memorial ceremony. Applicants should be comfortable speaking Vietnamese phrases.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members to bring the story to life.

Requirements

• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be local to the Orange County/Los Angeles area.
• Comfortable speaking Vietnamese phrases.
• Tien: Female, plays ages 25–40. Vietnamese American. A modern, hardworking parent carrying deep emotional grief. Fluent English required; conversational Vietnamese preferred.
• Young Tien: Female, plays ages 8–11. Vietnamese American. Curious, energetic child appearing in family memory sequences. English or bilingual English/Vietnamese preferred.
• Nguyet: Female, plays ages 8–15. Vietnamese American. Funny, thoughtful child with a strong emotional connection to family traditions. English is sufficient.

Compensation

• Opportunity to star in an independent feature film.
• Gain valuable on-camera experience in a character-driven drama.
• Work with an emerging filmmaking team on a meaningful story.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting a featured supporting actor for Finders Keepers, filming in Oakland, California. The production is seeking an African American male actor to portray a confident, outspoken character involved in one of the film’s pivotal scenes. This is an excellent opportunity to gain screen credit, IMDb credit (where applicable), and valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured supporting character in a short film.
• Deliver authentic, natural dialogue.
• Participate in a choreographed physical fight scene.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• African American male, ages 25–40.
• Athletic or average build.
• Strong on-screen presence.
• Comfortable performing in a choreographed fight scene.
• Acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Submit:
  • Recent headshot or clear photo
  • Age
  • Contact information
  • Acting experience (if applicable)

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Screen credit and IMDb credit (where applicable).
• Meals provided on set.
• Networking opportunities with cast and crew.

Vertical Miniseries Background and Acting Casting Call – Agent of Shadows (Working Title)

Job Description

An exciting opportunity is now open for actors and background talent to join the upcoming action-comedy vertical miniseries Agent of Shadows (working title). Filming will take place in Los Angeles, California, and the production is seeking performers interested in working on a fast-paced, action-filled project. This casting call is ideal for actors looking to gain on-set experience and expand their film and television credits while working on a professionally produced vertical series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters or background roles in the vertical miniseries.
• Follow direction from the production team during rehearsals and filming.
• Arrive on set prepared and maintain professionalism throughout production.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members to help bring scenes to life.
• Be available for scheduled filming during the production period.

Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles, California.
• Comfortable performing in an action-comedy production.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set direction.
• Acting experience is a plus but may not be required depending on the role.

Compensation

• Compensation will be disclosed to selected applicants.
• Opportunity to gain professional on-set experience.
• Work on a high-energy action-comedy vertical miniseries alongside an experienced production team.

Actors for “The Killer Counselor” TV Series

Job Description

An open casting call is now accepting submissions for The Killer Counselor, a new four-episode television series filming in Los Angeles this August. Casting directors are looking for talented actors ready to showcase their skills for speaking roles in this suspenseful production. This is an exciting opportunity for performers seeking valuable screen time and the chance to join a professionally produced television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Audition for speaking roles in the television series.
• Perform scripted scenes during the casting process.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Deliver compelling on-camera performances.
• Maintain professionalism during auditions, rehearsals, and production.

Requirements

• Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Strong acting and on-camera performance skills.
• Must be available to audition in Los Angeles.
• Must be available for filming in August.
• Ability to perform scripted dialogue and take creative direction.

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in a four-episode television series.
• Gain professional on-camera experience.
• Work alongside an experienced cast and production team.
• Build your acting portfolio with a featured TV project.