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Actress Casting Call for Independent Drama Feature Film

Job Description
An independent filmmaker is casting a lead actress for an upcoming drama feature film. The production is seeking a female actor in her early 20s to portray the central character in an emotionally driven independent drama. This project offers an opportunity for emerging talent to take on a leading role in a feature-length production filming in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the lead character in the independent drama film
  • Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days
  • Collaborate closely with the director and production team
  • Deliver emotionally authentic and compelling on-camera performances
  • Maintain professionalism throughout the production process

Requirements

  • Female actors ages 20–24 preferred
  • Strong dramatic acting abilities
  • Comfortable working on an independent film production
  • Must be available for filming in Los Angeles
  • Prior acting experience preferred but not required
  • Ability to portray emotional depth and character development on screen

Compensation

  • Royalty-based compensation
  • Selected actress will receive 25% of the film royalties
  • Opportunity for lead role exposure in an independent feature film

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

HBCU Student Background Actors for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial and social media campaign is seeking Black performers to portray stylish HBCU student types in Atlanta, Georgia. This casting call is looking for confident, fashionable talent who can authentically represent modern HBCU campus life. Current HBCU students and alumni are especially encouraged to apply, but all performers who embody the collegiate style and energy are welcome. This opportunity celebrates Black excellence, culture, and confidence through featured campus scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray HBCU students in commercial and social media content.
  • Follow creative direction during filming.
  • Perform naturally in campus-inspired scenes.
  • Represent an authentic, stylish collegiate atmosphere on camera.

Requirements

  • Black males and females, ages 18–24.
  • Current HBCU students or alumni are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Authentic modern HBCU-inspired style and confidence.
  • Well-groomed hairstyles, including braids, locs, afros, twists, short cuts, natural styles, or waves.
  • Available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

  • Featured background: $50 for up to 6 hours.
  • Paid in cash at wrap.
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Male Actor for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a male actor to portray “Tim” in an upcoming network television production filming in Knoxville. This paid acting opportunity is looking for a white male in his 20s who closely resembles the reference photo and is comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. This is a great opportunity for actors interested in dramatic reenactment productions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character “Tim” in a true crime recreation series.
  • Deliver an authentic performance in dramatic reenactment scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and crime-related content.

Requirements

  • White male in his 20s.
  • Must resemble the reference photo provided by production.
  • Comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related scenes.
  • Available to work in Knoxville.
  • Non-union talent only.

Compensation

  • $150 per day.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Child Actress for Principal Speaking Role in Christmas Movie

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area is seeking a young actress for a principal speaking role. This paid opportunity is looking for a confident, outgoing girl who is comfortable on camera and able to follow simple direction. The selected child will portray an older version of a toddler character, so a similar appearance in skin tone, hair color, and overall look is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform a principal speaking role in a Christmas movie.
  • Follow simple direction from the director and production team.
  • Participate in a self-tape audition if selected.
  • Work professionally on set during scheduled filming.

Requirements

  • African American or Mixed-Race female.
  • Ages 2–3, with the ability to portray approximately a 2-year-old.
  • Comfortable in front of the camera.
  • Able to take simple direction.
  • Similar appearance to the reference child, including skin tone, hair color, and overall look.
  • Available to film in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

  • $1,246 per day (SAG Basic Cable).
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Actor
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Actors for Family Adventure Short Film

Job Description

A short film is seeking local Oklahoma actors for multiple lead and supporting roles in a heartfelt family adventure story. The film follows three children who embark on a mission to save their beloved goldfish after it mysteriously begins swimming upside down. Casting is open to performers of various ages and backgrounds, with opportunities for both child and adult actors to bring memorable characters to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead or supporting character in a narrative short film.
  • Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
  • Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
  • Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

  • Must be local to Oklahoma.
  • Seeking actors for the following roles:
    • Lead female child, age 9.
    • Supporting female child, age 7.
    • Supporting male child, age 9.
    • Supporting female, early 30s.
    • Supporting male, ages 50–70.
    • Supporting male teen, ages 15–17.
    • Supporting female child, age 9.
    • Supporting female child, age 8.
  • Open to performers of all ethnicities.
  • Acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation

  • Paid short film opportunity.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors and Featured Extras for Crime Drama Series

Job Description

A new crime drama series filming in the Houston, Texas area is casting talent for a wide range of paid roles. Opportunities are available for lead actors, supporting actors, day players, and featured extras. Whether you’re an experienced performer or a fresh face looking to break into the industry, this production is seeking reliable, professional talent ready to bring compelling characters to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a scripted crime drama series.
  • Portray assigned characters with authenticity and professionalism.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
  • Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

  • Ages 18 and older.
  • Open to all ethnicities.
  • Acting experience is preferred but not required for all roles.
  • Must be reliable, professional, and ready to work.
  • Available to film in the Houston, Texas area.

Compensation

  • Paid acting opportunities for lead roles, supporting roles, day players, and featured extras.
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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.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

On Location Casting is seeking background actors to portray high school students for the Netflix series Free Bert, filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray believable high school students in background scenes.
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team.
  • Remain available for a full filming day.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Able to convincingly portray a high school student.
  • All ethnicities welcome.
  • No minors.
  • Clean-cut, upscale private school appearance.
  • Must be a local hire in the Atlanta area (no travel or lodging provided).

Compensation

  • $150 guaranteed for up to 12 hours.
  • Overtime paid after 12 hours.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

Creative24 is casting two roles for a healthcare commercial filming in San Antonio, Texas:

  • Front Desk Receptionist (Female)
  • Doctor (Male)

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the assigned healthcare role in a commercial production.
  • Perform on camera during the scheduled two-day shoot.
  • Follow production direction on set.

Requirements

  • Female applicants for the Front Desk Receptionist role.
  • Male applicants for the Doctor role.
  • Submit a headshot and a brief introduction.
  • Available to film both scheduled shoot days.

Compensation

  • $400 for both filming days.
  • Lunch provided.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

Melbourne Actors Collective is casting actors for the original stage play The Rules to Sabotage Your Life. Roles are available for performers aged 30–60, with auditions accepting both in-person and self-tape submissions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform one of the featured stage roles in the production.
  • Attend rehearsals and live stage performances.
  • Collaborate with the creative team to bring original characters to life.

Requirements

  • Actors aged 30–60 (Narrator role open to any age/gender).
  • Passionate, committed performers.
  • Available for weekend auditions or able to submit a self-tape.
  • Roles available:
    • Fanny (Female, 30–50)
    • Jane (Female, 30–50)
    • Bradley (Male, 30–50)
    • Max (Male, 30–50)
    • Narrator (Any age/gender)

Compensation

  • Unpaid passion project.
  • Opportunity to gain theatre experience and be part of an original production.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

Belshe Casting is seeking a Latina actress for the principal role of Liza in a non-union proof-of-concept trailer. The role portrays a compassionate Latina teenager navigating emotional growth and self-discovery.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the lead character, Liza, in dramatic scenes.
  • Deliver emotionally layered performances.
  • Participate in ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) and post-production dialogue recording.
  • Follow creative direction and adapt performances as needed.

Requirements

  • Female; able to convincingly portray a 15–17-year-old Latina of Mexican-American or Latin American heritage.
  • Actors 18+ preferred if they can realistically play a teenager.
  • Strong dramatic acting skills.
  • Prior film and television experience preferred.
  • Professional ADR experience required.
  • Excellent vocal control and consistency.
  • Ability to take direction and adjust performances.
  • Voiceover, dubbing, or motion capture experience is a plus.

Compensation

  • $300 per day + 10%
  • Non-union project.

Job Description

MSLI Productions is casting African American men and women ages 40–50 to portray dating and relationship roles in a series of short dramatic and educational skits filming in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray authentic dating and relationship scenarios on camera.
  • Perform in short scripted dramatic and educational skits.
  • Collaborate with the production team during filming.

Requirements

  • African American male or female.
  • Ages 40–50.
  • No acting experience required.
  • Beginners and aspiring actors are encouraged to apply.
  • Must be available for filming in Irving, Texas (DFW area).

Compensation

  • Unpaid opportunity.
  • On-camera acting experience.
  • Professional footage for demo reels.
  • Portfolio-building opportunities.
  • Exposure on digital media platforms.
  • Networking opportunities with creatives and media professionals.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

Casting lead actors for Come Buy, a drama/fantasy short film inspired by Christina Rossetti’s The Goblin Market. Filming is planned for Fall 2026 in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead character in the short film.
  • Deliver emotionally driven dramatic performances.
  • Collaborate with the director and creative team during production.

Requirements

  • Laura: Female, 18–30; compassionate, curious, lead role.
  • Lizzie: Female, 18–30; strong-willed, courageous, protective.
  • Silas: Male, 20–35; kind-hearted, dependable, grounded.
  • Headshot required.
  • Resume and demo reel/acting clips preferred, if available.

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