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Casting Call: Teenage Actors for Upcoming Film

Job Description
A film production is now seeking two talented teenage actors to portray lead roles in a narrative-driven project. The team is looking for one male and one female actor who can bring authenticity, emotion, and youthful energy to the screen. This is a great opportunity for teens based in Nigeria to gain experience in film and storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes with emotional range and authenticity
  • Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members
  • Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days
  • Deliver a natural performance on camera

Requirements

  • Male and female actors, ages 14–17
  • Must be based in Lagos or Ibadan, Nigeria
  • Comfortable performing in front of the camera
  • Prior acting experience is a plus but not required
  • Submit a monologue or acting reel to be considered

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)
  • Local talent only

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Job Description
A production is seeking actors for a series of small roles across multiple scenes. This is a paid opportunity for performers available for a one-day shoot during a production week in Philadelphia. The project will feature a variety of scenes, with additional roles potentially becoming available throughout the shoot. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in various small or background roles across multiple scenes
  • Follow direction from the director and production team
  • Be prepared for a one-day on-site shoot
  • Adapt to different scene requirements as needed
  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Must be available for one day during the production week
  • Must be located in or able to work in Philadelphia
  • Acting experience is a plus but not required
  • Must submit a headshot and availability
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction

Compensation

  • Paid (rate not specified)
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Actor
Skills:
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Job Description
An independent short film titled “The Way I See It” is seeking supporting actors for multiple roles. This project explores emotional and psychological themes through complex characters and offers performers the opportunity to be part of a compelling indie production. The production is looking for dedicated actors who can bring depth and authenticity to their roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray assigned character roles with emotional depth and realism
  • Participate in scheduled filming and rehearsals
  • Collaborate with the director and production team to fulfill creative vision
  • Take direction effectively and adapt performance as needed
  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Previous acting experience preferred but not required
  • Ability to portray complex emotional characters
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Availability for scheduled filming dates
  • Must submit headshot and resume

Roles

  • Mom: A grieving mother who has become emotionally jaded, impulsive, erratic, and dazed
  • Dad: A ghostly presence in the family, proud, content, wise, and reflective
  • Man 1: A jaded and morally complex character with darker personality traits

Compensation

  • Unpaid
  • Non-union project
  • Food and transportation provided

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Background Actors for Hospital TV Series

Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting background actors for hospital scenes in Nashville. Talent will portray doctors, nurses, patients, and visitors in a realistic medical environment. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray hospital staff or visitors in background scenes
  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team
  • Maintain continuity and realistic behavior during filming
  • Be prepared for long filming hours on set

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 18–70
  • Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee
  • Available for multiple filming days
  • Comfortable working long hours on set
  • Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours (with 12-hour guarantee)
  • Overtime paid after 8 hours
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Babies for Warner Bros Feature Film

Job Description
A Warner Bros feature film is casting babies for an upcoming production filming in Georgia. This opportunity is seeking infants who can appear on camera in a professional film setting, bringing a natural and authentic presence to key scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a baby actor in a feature film
  • Remain calm and comfortable during filming with guardian support
  • Follow on-set direction with assistance from parents/guardians
  • Participate in scenes as required by production

Requirements

  • Babies approximately 2 to 5 months old
  • Must have dark hair (blue eyes are a plus)
  • Able to portray a Caucasian baby
  • Parent or guardian must be present at all times
  • Comfortable in a film set environment

Compensation

  • $250 for 8 hours
  • $30 gas stipend
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Job Description
A music video production in Los Angeles is casting two Indian reporters who are fluent in Hindi. This role is perfect for performers who can deliver authentic on-camera presence while speaking Hindi naturally, bringing realism and cultural accuracy to the project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a reporter role on camera in a music video setting
  • Deliver lines or संवाद fluently in Hindi
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming
  • Maintain strong on-screen presence and professionalism

Requirements

  • Indian talent
  • Must be fluent in Hindi (spoken proficiency required)
  • Comfortable performing on camera
  • Able to take direction and work in a fast-paced production environment

Compensation

  • $150 for 6 hours
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Native American Male Actor for TV Series Lead Role

Job Description
A television series is casting a Native American male actor for a principal role filming in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This is a major opportunity for talent to take on a leading character in a scripted production and bring authenticity and depth to the story.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a principal character in a television series
  • Deliver strong, emotionally engaging on-camera performance
  • Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production
  • Follow direction and maintain consistency across scenes
  • Participate in filming as scheduled

Requirements

  • Native American male, ages 20–60
  • Strong acting ability and screen presence
  • Comfortable working in a professional TV production environment
  • Able to provide recent photos and contact information
  • Must be able to work in Tulsa, Oklahoma or as a local hire

Compensation

  • Paid principal role (rate based on production agreement)
  • Opportunity for major television exposure
  • Professional on-set experience

Latina Female Actor for Indie Film “Negativity”

Job Description
An indie film is casting a Latina female actor for a lead role in a powerful, character-driven story centered on sisterhood, identity, and family dynamics. The role of Andrea is complex and emotionally rich, offering a strong opportunity to showcase depth and range in a meaningful narrative.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead character in an independent film
  • Deliver emotionally layered and authentic performance
  • Collaborate with the director and cast during filming
  • Bring strong personality and nuance to the role
  • Participate in rehearsals and production as scheduled

Requirements

  • Latina female, ages 20–24
  • Strong acting ability with emotional range
  • Comfortable performing in a dramatic, character-focused role
  • Professional attitude and ability to take direction
  • Prior acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

  • Paid role (rate based on production agreement)
  • Opportunity for SAG-AFTRA agreement consideration
  • Lead role in an independent film project

Kids, Teens & Families for Feature Film Casting

Job Description
A feature film is casting kids, teens, and families for background roles in a production filming along the coastal regions of North Carolina. This project is seeking real families and individuals who can bring natural, everyday authenticity to a cinematic story.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as background talent in a feature film
  • Portray realistic family and community scenes
  • Follow direction from the production team on set
  • Maintain professionalism during filming
  • Engage naturally in group and environmental scenes

Requirements

  • Kids, teens, and adults of all ages
  • Families encouraged to apply together
  • Comfortable on camera with natural presence
  • Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds
  • Must be local to North Carolina or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • $143 for 10 hours
  • Paid background roles
  • Opportunity to work on a feature film
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Background Talent for Lifestyle Brand Shoot (Stills & IG Reels)

Job Description
A lifestyle brand shoot is casting background talent in Nashville, TN for still photography and social media reels. This project is looking for individuals with a natural, modern look to represent a clothing brand in dynamic and engaging visual content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in still photos and short-form video content for social media
  • Model lifestyle clothing in a natural and relatable way
  • Follow direction from photographers and creative team
  • Maintain energy and professionalism throughout the shoot
  • Be available for flexible call times during the shoot window

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 25–45
  • Fit physique to model lifestyle apparel
  • Comfortable on camera for both photos and video
  • Must be local to Nashville, TN or able to work as a local hire
  • Able to commit to a flexible 12-hour availability window

Compensation

  • $150 for half-day (3–4 hours)
  • Usage in perpetuity
  • Paid commercial lifestyle shoot opportunity
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Kids Ages 6–9 for Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting kids in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun veggie chip campaign. This project is looking for natural, expressive children with big imaginations who can bring charm, personality, and playful energy to a lighthearted commercial.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a commercial as a featured child actor
  • Showcase personality, humor, and natural reactions on camera
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Participate in callbacks and scheduled filming
  • Bring energy and creativity to the shoot

Requirements

  • Kids ages 6–9
  • All ethnicities and genders welcome
  • Outgoing, expressive, and comfortable on camera
  • Strong imagination and playful personality
  • Must be local to Toronto or GTA

Compensation

  • $1,000 CAD
  • Plus 15% agency fee (if applicable)
  • 1-year online usage
  • Paid commercial opportunity
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Actor
Skills:
Acting

Father & Sons for TV Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a Black father and sons for a soccer-themed TV spot filming in Toronto. This project will feature a family watching soccer together, capturing authentic, heartfelt moments in a relatable home setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a father and sons in a family-focused commercial
  • Engage naturally in scenes watching and reacting to soccer
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging on-camera performances
  • Participate in scheduled filming days

Requirements

  • Father: Male, ages 35–45, Black
  • Sons: Male, ages 7–20, Black
  • Comfortable performing in a family setting on camera
  • Father must be able to interact physically (e.g., piggyback with younger child)
  • Comfortable with light prosthetics if required
  • Must be local to Toronto or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • Father & adult son: $500 session + $2,000 usage (+15% agency fee)
  • Teen/child sons: $500 session + $1,500 usage (+15% agency fee)
  • Paid commercial opportunity with additional usage fees
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Actor
Skills:
Acting

Teen Actress (Irish & Portuguese Speaking) for TV Series

Job Description
An Irish-language television series is casting a teen actress for a featured role. This opportunity is ideal for young talent who can speak Irish and Portuguese and bring authenticity, emotion, and cultural depth to a character-driven production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in an Irish-language television series
  • Deliver dialogue in Irish (Gaelige) with confidence
  • Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Contribute to a natural and engaging on-screen performance

Requirements

  • Female, playing age 15–16
  • Must speak conversational Irish and Portuguese
  • Galway-based talent preferred (Connacht Irish a plus)
  • Strong acting ability and on-camera presence
  • Must be available from late June to early August

Compensation

  • Paid acting opportunity
  • Professional television production experience
  • Exposure in an Irish-language series

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04-17-2025

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