Baton Rouge Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Talent Show Acts Casting Call for Christmas Movie

Job Description
A heartwarming holiday feature film is now casting variety performers for a festive “Christmas Extravaganza” talent show scene. This Christmas movie casting call is seeking unique specialty acts and performers with standout skills to appear in an on-screen talent showcase. Filming will take place in the New Orleans/Northshore, Louisiana area. If you have a special performance talent and want to be featured in a family-friendly holiday movie, this is your opportunity to shine on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform your specialty act as part of a filmed talent show scene

• Bring high energy and festive spirit to a holiday-themed production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Be available during the filming window

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Open to all ages and backgrounds with unique performance skills

• Variety acts such as musicians, dancers, acrobats, novelty performers, and other specialty talent encouraged

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans/Northshore, LA area

• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• Paid film opportunity (rate TBD)

• Featured appearance in a holiday movie

• On-set experience in a family-friendly production

Job Description

An independent feature film is now casting a real-life couple or acting couple to appear as tourists in a small speaking role. The project is a natural, low-key production seeking authentic chemistry and candid on-camera presence rather than theatrical performances.

The selected couple will appear in the opening sequence of a multi-narrative feature film set in New Orleans. This is a one-day shoot opportunity for couples who can naturally portray themselves in a relaxed, realistic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tourists in a small speaking role

• Deliver natural, conversational dialogue on camera

• Participate in a one-day shoot in New Orleans

• Collaborate with the director and production team

• Remain comfortable with candid or lightly improvised moments

Requirements

• Real-life couple or acting couple (must apply together)

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a natural, unscripted style

• Available for a one-day shoot

• Ages open (include ages in submission)

• Acting experience is a plus but not required

• Must be able to work in New Orleans

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity (rates vary per role)

• One-day shoot

• Credit provided

• Travel and meals provided

• Copy of the project provided

Background Actor Casting Call for Feature Film “The Statement”

Job Description
A new feature film, The Statement, is now casting paid background actors to film in the New Orleans and Chalmette, Louisiana area. This period film production is set in 1980s St. Petersburg, Florida, and is seeking adults 18 and older to help bring this story to life on screen. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and experienced background performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professionally produced feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in various scripted scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Participate in a mandatory costume fitting prior to filming

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Accurately reflect the 1980s period look and style

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans/Chalmette, LA area

• Available for filming and a required costume fitting

• Comfortable working on a period film set

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours (filming rate)

• $50 costume fitting rate

• Paid background acting credit in a feature film

Child Actor Casting Call for Feature Film Role

Job Description
A feature film production is now casting a young male actor to portray the younger version of a lead character in an upcoming movie. This child actor casting call is seeking a Caucasian boy, ages 10–13, with long blonde hair to match the established look of the character. Filming will take place in the New Orleans area. This is a great opportunity for young performers looking to gain on-set film experience and build their acting resume in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the younger version of a principal character in a feature film

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in scheduled filming scenes

• Maintain professionalism and focus on set

• Be prepared for wardrobe and styling continuity

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 10–13

• Long blonde hair (or willing to match the look)

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Parent or guardian must be available for supervision

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans area

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours

• On-set feature film experience

• Professional acting credit

Background Actors for “The Statement” (1980s Period Film)

Job Description
A new feature film is now casting paid background actors for “The Statement,” an upcoming 1980s period drama filming in the New Orleans and Chalmette, Louisiana area. This exciting production is set in St. Petersburg, Florida (1980) and brings a retro era to life with authentic wardrobe, styling, and atmosphere.

Casting directors are seeking individuals 18+ who are ready to step into the world of 1980 and help create dynamic, realistic scenes. This is a great opportunity for aspiring and experienced background actors to gain on-set film experience while working alongside an accomplished creative team and notable cast.

Filming will take place in the New Orleans, LA area, and selected talent will attend a paid costume fitting prior to production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in an 1980s-set feature film

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting before filming

• Maintain a professional attitude during long filming days

• Help create an authentic 1980 period atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must be local to or able to work in the New Orleans/Chalmette, LA area

• Available for filming and a required costume fitting

• Comfortable working in a period production environment

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours (filming)

• $50 for costume fitting

Latinx Wedding Guests for 1980s Florida Scene

Job Description
A television production is now casting Hispanic/Latinx men and women to portray family and friends of the bride in a 1980s Florida wedding scene. Filming will take place in the New Orleans and Chalmette, Louisiana area. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent who can authentically represent an upscale 1980s wedding atmosphere.

The scene is set in 1980s St. Petersburg, Florida, so period-appropriate looks are required. Casting directors are seeking individuals with natural hairstyles and classic grooming that reflect the era.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray wedding guests in a 1980s-themed ceremony scene
• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance
• Attend a fitting if required
• Be fully available for filming

Requirements

• Hispanic/Latinx men and women, 18+
• Must be local to or able to work in New Orleans/Chalmette, LA
• Clean-shaven or willing to adjust facial hair (men)
• 1980s-style mustaches welcome
• Natural nails and natural hair colors (women)
• No facial piercings
• No visible tattoos (must be coverable)
• Reliable transportation and availability for filming and fitting

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours (filming)
• $50 fitting rate
• Paid background acting role
• Professional on-set experience

Pink Palace Hotel Staff – 1980s Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film set in 1980s Florida is casting hospitality and service industry professionals to portray hotel staff in scenes filming in New Orleans and Chalmette, Louisiana. This paid background acting opportunity is open to men and women ages 18 and older with real bartending, serving, or hotel staff experience.

Casting directors are seeking talent who can confidently carry drink trays, handle service interactions naturally, and embody authentic 1980s hotel staff energy. The production is recreating a vibrant 1980 setting, so selected talent must meet period-specific grooming and appearance requirements.

This is a great opportunity for hospitality professionals and aspiring actors to work on a feature film with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hotel staff members in 1980s-set scenes

• Confidently carry drink trays and simulate real service tasks

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting

• Maintain continuity and period-appropriate appearance on set

Requirements

• Men and women, age 18+

• Real bartending, serving, or hotel staff experience required

• Must be local to New Orleans or Chalmette, LA (or able to work as a local hire)

• Available for one or more listed filming dates

• Men must be open to clean-shaven look or 1980s-style facial hair

• Women must have natural nail color and 80s-style hair

• No unnatural hair colors

• No facial piercings

• No visible tattoos (must be coverable depending on wardrobe)

Compensation

• $150 for 12-hour filming day

• $50 mandatory wardrobe fitting

• Paid background role in a feature film

• On-set experience in a period production

Paid Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is now casting paid background actors, ages 18 and older, for scenes filming in the New Orleans and Chalmette, Louisiana area. The film is set in 1980, so selected talent must be comfortable portraying period-appropriate looks.

Production is seeking reliable background actors who can attend a required costume fitting prior to filming. This project offers the opportunity to work on a high-profile feature film alongside an acclaimed creative team.

Filming will take place on select March dates, and talent should have flexible availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a 1980s-set feature film
• Attend a scheduled costume fitting prior to filming
• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
• Maintain continuity and professional behavior on set
• Adapt appearance to fit period styling requirements

Requirements

• Ages 18+
• Must be local to New Orleans or Chalmette, LA (or able to work as a local hire)
• Available for listed filming dates
• Submit two recent photos (including one full-body and one headshot)
• List any visible tattoos
• Indicate willingness to wear a swimsuit on camera (not mandatory)
• Men must confirm willingness to be clean-shaven and/or receive period haircut if required

Compensation

• $150 for 12-hour filming day
• $50 for costume fitting
• Paid background film role
• On-set experience on a major feature production

Paid Background Casting Call – “A Christmas Kind of Love”

Job Description:
A family-friendly Christmas movie titled A Christmas Kind of Love is now casting paid background talent in the New Orleans, Northshore, and Slidell, Louisiana areas. This heartwarming holiday film will shoot across multiple weeks, and producers are seeking local talent of various ages to appear in festive community and lifestyle scenes.

This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and local performers to gain on-set experience in a feature-length holiday production. Most filming will take place in the Northshore/Slidell area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as background talent in holiday-themed scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements:

• Open to various ages

• Must be local to New Orleans, Northshore, or Slidell, LA

• Submit updated headshot and full-body photo (no filters or editing)

• Include height and weight information

• Provide contact information and city/state of residence

• Musical instrument skills (if applicable)

• On-set stand-in experience (if applicable)

Compensation:

• Paid background role

• Professional feature film credit

• On-set experience in a holiday movie production

College Girl 1, 2 & 3 – Featured Background

Job Description:
A suspense short film is seeking featured background talent to portray college friends in vibrant social scenes. These roles require high energy and natural chemistry in dance-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray college students in featured background scenes

• Participate in dance challenges and social interactions

• Maintain continuity and high energy on set

Requirements:

• Female, early 20s

• African American

• Comfortable dancing on camera

• Strong, expressive personality

Compensation:

• Featured background credit

• Non-union short film opportunity