Cleveland Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A non-union indie ensemble drama is casting actors for Love Wins, a faith-based feature set in Cincinnati, Ohio. The story follows three childhood friends raised in a close-knit Christian community as they navigate faith, love, family, and accountability while entering adulthood.

This is a clean, family-friendly production with no sexual content or nudity. While the project is unpaid, cast members will receive meals and IMDb credit, making it an excellent opportunity for actors looking to build their portfolio in an inspiring dramatic production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead, supporting, or background role in a faith-based ensemble drama.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members.
• Deliver authentic performances in dramatic and emotional scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Multiple roles are available, including:
  • Lead family roles portraying parents, adult children, and relatives.
  • Pastor Stevens (Male, ages 50–60) – speaking role.
  • Child performers for childhood scenes (ages approximately 4–9).
  • Teen performers for teenage scenes.
  • ICU medical staff including doctors and nurses.
  • The Gossipers (three speaking roles) with strong comedic timing.
  • Wedding Objector – featured speaking role.
  • Wedding party and background extras, including junior bride, ring bearer, flower girl, bridesmaids, groomsmen, church congregation, restaurant patrons, and other featured extras.
  • Videographer and Photographer featured roles.
• Open to performers of various ages and backgrounds, depending on the role.
• Some background roles require no prior acting experience.
• Submit a headshot, résumé, and age range with your application.

Compensation

• Non-paid independent film opportunity.
• Meals provided on set.
• IMDb credit.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a faith-based ensemble production.

Job Description

A short film is casting an actress to portray an older version of a college-age character in an upcoming production filming in Kentucky. Casting directors are looking for a performer who can balance dry humor with a sarcastic personality while delivering a memorable performance.

This is a paid opportunity for actresses interested in independent filmmaking and character-driven storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the older version of a college-age character.
• Deliver a performance with subtle comedy, deadpan timing, and sarcasm.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Attend all scheduled filming days.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Playing age: 18–30.
• Able to portray a college-age character.
• Strong deadpan comedic timing and sarcastic delivery.
• Available for 3–4 filming days.
• Comfortable working on an independent short film.
• Headshot and resume preferred during the application process.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Paid acting opportunity.
• Featured role in an independent short film.
• Great opportunity to build your acting reel and portfolio.

Job Description

A mockumentary short film is casting actors with strong improvisation skills for a comedy project filming in Geauga County. The story follows a best man who uncovers a secret about the bride that threatens to derail an upcoming wedding, leading to awkward, hilarious, and unpredictable moments.

Casting directors are looking for performers who can think quickly, respond naturally to prompts, and create grounded yet funny scenes through improvisation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform improvised scenes based on provided prompts and scene objectives.
• Create believable and comedic character moments.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow actors during filming.
• Take creative direction while maintaining authenticity.
• Participate in filming for the scheduled production days.

Requirements

• Strong improvisational acting skills.
• Comfortable performing from prompts rather than memorized dialogue.
• Ability to create natural, funny, and believable scenes.
• Previous improv or comedy experience is preferred but not required.
• Submit a video audition demonstrating your improvisation abilities.
• Include your name, age, acting experience, and any improv experience with your submission.
• Available to film in Geauga County.

Compensation

• Independent film acting opportunity.
• Gain experience in a comedy mockumentary production.
• Showcase your improvisational talent in a narrative film.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected candidates.

Brand Ambassador Casting Call for Cincinnati Music Festival

Job Description

A paid brand ambassador opportunity is available for outgoing, reliable, and professional promotional talent to represent Network For Hope during the Cincinnati Music Festival. Casting directors are seeking energetic individuals to engage with event attendees at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced brand ambassadors and event staff looking for promotional work at a major live event.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent Network For Hope at the Cincinnati Music Festival.
• Engage professionally with festival attendees.
• Promote the brand in a positive and approachable manner.
• Maintain a polished appearance throughout the event.
• Arrive on time and work the full scheduled shifts.

Requirements

• Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Previous promotional or brand ambassador experience is a plus.
• Must be available to work the scheduled event dates in Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Must wear black jeans, pants, or appropriate-length black shorts and black comfortable athletic shoes.

Compensation

• Team Lead: $35 per hour.
• Brand Ambassador: $30 per hour.
• Weekly pay via 1099.

Job Description

An independent feature film is casting lead and supporting actors for an ensemble drama filming in Cincinnati, Ohio. This non-union, unpaid production explores themes of faith, family, love, and accountability through the lives of three families raised in a close-knit church community. The production offers IMDb credit and meals, making it an excellent opportunity for actors looking to build their portfolios.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in an ensemble feature film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic, character-driven performances.

Requirements

• Non-union actors.
• Casting multiple lead and supporting roles for adults, teenagers, and children.
• Clean script with no sexual content or nudity.
• Submit:
  • Headshot
  • Age range
  • Resume
  • Role of interest

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Meals provided during production.
• Professional feature film experience.

Female Stand-In for Feature Film Drifter

Job Description

The upcoming feature film Drifter is casting a female stand-in for production filming in Northeast Ohio. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who closely match the production’s physical specifications and are available to work multiple filming days. Stand-in performers play an essential role in supporting the cast and crew by assisting with lighting, camera setups, and scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the stand-in for a principal actor during production.
• Work with the camera and lighting departments during scene setup.
• Match actor positioning and movements for technical rehearsals.
• Follow direction from the assistant director and crew.
• Maintain availability throughout the scheduled filming period.

Requirements

• Female.
• White.
• Age 18 or older.
• Height: 5’5″–5’7″.
• Weight: 100–120 lbs.
• Must be available for approximately eight filming days between July 15 and July 24.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Northeast Ohio area.
• Stand-in experience preferred but not required.

Compensation

• $128 for 8 hours.
• Approximately eight days of work.

Paid Background Extras for Feature Film “Raleigh VS”

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is now available for the upcoming feature film Raleigh VS, filming in Wooster, Ohio. Casting directors are seeking local background extras to appear in scenes scheduled across two filming dates. Talent may be available for one or both shoot days and will still be considered. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors and extras looking to gain on-set experience and build professional industry connections.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in feature film scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity during filming.
• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Wooster, Ohio.
• Available for one or both filming dates.
• Comfortable working on a professional film set.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set instructions.

Compensation

• $75 flat rate for up to 8 hours.
• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Gain valuable feature film experience.

John Hamm Look-Alikes for Feature Film Promotional Event

Job Description

A paid promotional event is seeking non-union performers who closely resemble actor Jon Hamm for a live event supporting an upcoming feature film. This exciting opportunity is ideal for talented look-alikes who can confidently portray the recognizable appearance of the character during a public promotional activation in Downtown Cleveland.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Jon Hamm look-alike during a live promotional event.
• Interact professionally with event attendees as directed.
• Maintain the assigned look and character throughout the event.
• Follow direction from the event and production teams.
• Represent the promotional campaign in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Must closely resemble Jon Hamm.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be able to work in Downtown Cleveland.
• Professional demeanor and reliability are required.
• Comfortable participating in a live promotional event.

Compensation

• $400 for a 4-hour event.
• Paid promotional opportunity for a feature film campaign.

Landscaping Professionals for Outdoor Tool Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is casting real landscaping and outdoor maintenance professionals for an upcoming outdoor tool campaign filming in Northeast Ohio. Casting directors are seeking authentic workers in their 20s and early 30s who have hands-on experience using professional landscaping equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your real-world skills in a high-profile commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping and outdoor maintenance tasks naturally on camera.
• Demonstrate safe and authentic use of professional outdoor power tools.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create realistic worksite scenes for the commercial.

Requirements

• Real landscaping or outdoor maintenance professionals.
• Ages 20s to early 30s.
• Open to all ethnicities, with Hispanic/Latinx talent strongly encouraged to apply.
• Must have experience using one or more professional landscaping tools, including:
  • String trimmer
  • Straight shaft edger
  • Fixed pole hedge trimmer
  • Backpack blower
  • Handheld blower
  • Telescoping pole saw
  • Chainsaw
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Northeast, Ohio.
• Comfortable using landscaping equipment on camera in a realistic work environment.

Compensation

• $300 for the fitting day.
• $1,000 plus 20% per shoot day.
• Talent will be needed for one to two filming days.
• Global photo and video buyout in perpetuity for non-broadcast usage.