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Male Actors to Play Sci-Fi Doctors in Los Angeles

Male Actors to Play Sci-Fi Doctors in Los Angeles

Job Description

A production is seeking two male actors to portray eccentric sci-fi doctors in Los Angeles. Casting is looking for gray-haired performers with an older appearance and distinctive character looks. This paid opportunity offers $150 for a shoot expected to last four to five hours maximum, possibly less.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an eccentric doctor in a sci-fi setting.
  • Follow the production team’s performance direction.
  • Bring the required wardrobe for the role.

Requirements

  • Male actors with gray hair and an older appearance.
  • Distinctive, quirky character looks.
  • Must provide your own lab coat and white button-up shirt.
  • Be available to work in Los Angeles for up to five hours.

Compensation

  • $150 for the shoot.

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Male Actors to Play Sci-Fi Doctors in Los Angeles

Job Description

A production is seeking two male actors to portray eccentric sci-fi doctors in Los Angeles. Casting is looking for gray-haired performers with an older appearance and distinctive character looks. This paid opportunity offers $150 for a shoot expected to last four to five hours maximum, possibly less.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an eccentric doctor in a sci-fi setting.
  • Follow the production team’s performance direction.
  • Bring the required wardrobe for the role.

Requirements

  • Male actors with gray hair and an older appearance.
  • Distinctive, quirky character looks.
  • Must provide your own lab coat and white button-up shirt.
  • Be available to work in Los Angeles for up to five hours.

Compensation

  • $150 for the shoot.
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Shopkeepers, Carolers, and Santa Actor for Clinton, New Jersey Shoot

Job Description

A production filming in Clinton, New Jersey, is seeking talent for shopkeeper, caroler, and Santa Claus roles. Openings include two shopkeepers, four carolers, and one Santa performer for scenes featuring local shops, caroling near a train station, and holiday charity fundraising.

Casting is primarily seeking men and women ages 20–35 and welcomes different ethnicities. Each role requires one shoot day, with the assigned day to be confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

  • Shopkeepers: Portray shopkeepers working inside the shops featured in the production.
  • Carolers: Portray holiday carolers near the train station.
  • Santa Claus: Portray a traditional charity-fundraising Santa.
  • Follow the production team’s direction throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Primarily seeking talent ages 20–35; individual role age requirements are not specified.
  • Male and female applicants of different ethnicities are welcome.
  • Be local to Clinton, New Jersey, or provide your own transportation.
  • Be available for one day of filming, with the final schedule to be confirmed.

Compensation

  • Compensation details will be confirmed with successful applicants.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Street MC and Background Extras for New York City Shoot

Job Description

A New York City production is seeking a charismatic Street MC and background extras to portray pedestrians and shoppers. These paid on-camera roles will have visible faces and require one day of filming.

The Street MC will portray a New York-style Santa with a big personality, wearing streetwear and a bold holiday knit while working the crowd and collecting donations for children within the scene. Background extras will help create natural, everyday city activity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Street MC: Portray an energetic holiday character who engages the crowd and collects donations within the scene.
  • Background Extras: Portray pedestrians, shoppers, and other everyday New Yorkers.
  • Follow production direction and maintain continuity between takes.

Requirements

  • Street MC applicants should have a big personality and strong crowd engagement skills.
  • Background extras must be adults; no minors.
  • Be available for one shoot day in New York City, with the assigned day to be confirmed.
  • Street MC talent may need to attend a fitting.
  • Have your own transportation.

Compensation

  • Street MC: $450 for 12 hours.
  • Background Extras: $250 for 10 hours; no fitting required.
  • Street MC fitting details and any fitting compensation are to be confirmed.
  • Listed usage covers one year from first use across internet, mobile and digital services, video, display, connected TV, online video, out-of-home advertising, and in-venue retail signage.

Job Description

An LA casting call is seeking big dudes for a paid social media promo for a prominent account with over 20 million followers. Six roles are available for large, muscular men with big personalities — bodybuilders, powerlifters, and serious gym-goers encouraged. You’ll be paired up and challenged to create your ideal gains meal or cheat meal using some very tiny ingredients. Non-union, Los Angeles local hire.

Job Responsibilities

  • Film a fun social media promo segment on October 21
  • Improvise natural banter with a partner on camera
  • Take on a ridiculous food challenge without taking yourself too seriously

Requirements

  • Male, 20s–60s, any ethnicity
  • Must be 6’2″ or taller
  • Large, muscular build — bodybuilders, powerlifters, and serious gym-goers encouraged
  • Big personality, natural on camera, great at improv
  • Los Angeles local hire

Compensation

  • $450 for a 6-hour shoot day
  • Paid promotional project, non-union

 

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Job Description

Calling all Baton Rouge tailgate legends — a commercial production is looking for the tailgate everyone wants to join. If your jambalaya has a family legacy, your gumbo draws a crowd, and you’ve been decked out in purple and gold every game day for years, this paid commercial gig is for you.

Job Responsibilities

  • Be featured in a commercial celebrating your tailgate tradition
  • Showcase your signature dishes, spread, and game-day setup on camera
  • Represent LSU tailgate culture with pride

Requirements

  • Based in the Baton Rouge area
  • Passionate tailgate cook with a standout spread (jambalaya, gumbo, and more)

Compensation

  • Paid commercial opportunity — rate details shared on inquiry
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Job Description

A Food City TV commercial is searching for the perfect Bisabuela — a warm, quiet, completely-at-ease great-grandmother. The role calls for a Mexican American woman in her mid to late 80s who has done family gatherings more times than anyone at the table but is happy to sit back and let her daughter run the show. The commercial shoots Wednesday, October 7, and the casting team wants to book this role as soon as possible — interested talent should call casting director Julie Cook right away at 602-622-0344. This will be over $1,000 for the project, and it promises to be tons of fun.

Job Responsibilities

  • Play a warm, beloved great-grandmother in a family table scene
  • Take direction on set during the commercial shoot

Requirements

  • Female, mid to late 80s, Mexican American
  • Quiet, warm, natural on-camera presence
  • Available for the shoot on Wednesday, October 7

Compensation

  • Over $1,000 for the project
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

USAA and the NFL are looking for real military veterans to be part of a major national campaign — real veterans, real stories, real opportunity. All six branches are welcome to apply: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force. No acting experience is required. The campaign films October 2 in Orlando or Dallas, and travel and lodging are provided to select talent. Know a veteran who should be seen? This is their moment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as yourself in a national campaign
  • Share your authentic veteran story
  • Travel to the shoot location as arranged

Requirements

  • Real military veteran from any of the six branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Space Force)
  • No acting experience required
  • Available for the October 2 shoot in Orlando or Dallas

Compensation

  • Travel and lodging provided to select talent
  • Pay details confirmed on booking
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Actresses for “Bedside Manners” Dark Comedy Short Film

Job Description

“Bedside Manners,” a student short film, is seeking performers for four female roles in Los Angeles. This satirical dark comedy follows three twenty-something sisters caring for their 101-year-old grandmother and questioning how far they will go to reclaim their lives.

The production involves a three-day shoot. All roles are volunteer and unpaid.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an assigned character in a dark comedy short film.
  • Develop believable family relationships with fellow performers.
  • Follow the director’s guidance and collaborate throughout filming.
  • Convey the character’s emotions through dialogue, expression, or physical performance, depending on the role.

Requirements

  • Erin — mid-20s: Quiet, exhausted, and morally conflicted. She retreats into caring for her grandmother until her sisters challenge her to confront her situation.
  • Ivy — mid-20s: The eldest sister and primary caregiver. Sharp, controlling, practical, and deeply burned out after years of sacrificing for her family.
  • Sam — early 20s: The youngest sister. Eccentric, impulsive, and outspoken, she uses humor and absurdity to cope.
  • Grandmother — late 70s–80s: Portrays the sisters’ 101-year-old grandmother. The character is bedridden, physically frail, and mostly nonverbal, with a powerful presence throughout the film.
  • Be available for a three-day shoot in Los Angeles.

Compensation

  • Volunteer, unpaid roles in a student production.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male Character Actor for Mr. McDunnough in “Gilded Splinter”

Job Description

The independent western “Gilded Splinter” is seeking a local male actor ages 50–75 to portray Mr. McDunnough in Buffalo and Western New York. This nonunion film blends live action, puppetry, miniatures, and handcrafted practical effects.

Mr. McDunnough is a stern, discerning, stubborn, and highly educated newspaper owner. He publishes papers with opposing ethics without seeing any contradiction. The role calls for a performer with presence, intelligence, and a strong character portrayal.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Mr. McDunnough’s commanding personality and contradictions.
  • Collaborate with the director and fellow performers.
  • Follow creative direction within the film’s stylized western setting.

Requirements

  • Male actor ages 50–75.
  • Be local to Buffalo or Western New York.
  • Be available for the two-day filming schedule.
  • Bring strong presence, professionalism, and enthusiasm for an unconventional film.
  • A distinctive appearance is a plus.
  • Performers of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit.
  • Extensive acting credits are not required.

Compensation

  • Meals provided.
  • Nonunion production.

Standardized Patient Actors for Nursing Education

Job Description

A nursing school is seeking experienced standardized patient actors to support clinical education. This contract opportunity involves portraying patients in scripted scenarios, helping nursing students practice their skills through realistic interactions. Compensation is $25 per hour with a four-hour minimum, plus free onsite parking.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray standardized patients in clinical training scenarios.
  • Memorize scripts and scenario details.
  • Deliver accurate information consistent with the assigned script.
  • Maintain a consistent portrayal throughout student interactions.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • At least one year of experience working as a standardized patient in a clinical setting.
  • Experience in theater, a medical field, or education.
  • Ability to memorize and accurately perform scripted scenarios.

Compensation

  • $25 per hour with a four-hour minimum.
  • Contract position.
  • Free onsite parking.
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Actors to Portray Settlers and Soldiers in “Defiance” Feature Film

Job Description

“Defiance,” a historical feature film about the Dade Battle of 1835, is seeking women to portray settlers and men to portray soldiers. These paid, nonunion acting opportunities are open to talent across Florida and surrounding states, with filming taking place in Florida. Reenactment, horseback riding, or period weapons experience is welcome but not required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a settler or soldier in a historical feature film.
  • Follow the director’s guidance to support the period setting.
  • Collaborate with fellow performers and the production team during filming.

Requirements

  • Women to portray settlers and men to portray soldiers.
  • Be based in Florida or surrounding states and available to film in Florida.
  • Reenactment, horseback riding, or period weapons experience is a plus.
  • Submit current photos, relevant experience, film credits, and your city and state.

Compensation

  • Paid, nonunion roles.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A national commercial is casting one principal role: an aristocratic man in an elegant 18th-century setting. The role calls for a man 25 to 60 with a petite build (under 5’10” preferred); short or balding hair is a plus since talent will be styled in a powdered wig. Piano ability is a welcome bonus but not required, and no acting experience is necessary. Please note: AI will be used in this spot, so a digital replica of the talent will be created — talent must provide consent first. The shoot takes place in Dallas, TX.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an 18th-century aristocratic man in a national commercial spot
  • Perform piano on camera if able (a plus, not required)
  • Provide consent for an AI digital replica of your likeness

Requirements

  • Man, 25 to 60, petite build, preferably under 5’10”
  • Short or balding hair preferred (powdered wig styling)
  • Open to AI digital replica creation
  • Able to submit a self-tape by the deadline and be available for the shoot in Dallas, TX

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA TV commercial scale (union project)

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