Job Description

An upcoming film titled She Was a Friend of Mine is casting Detroit, Michigan-based actors for multiple speaking roles. The production is seeking performers across a range of ages to portray members of two interconnected families and the people around them. Available characters range from emotionally demanding dramatic roles to warm, comedic, and supporting parts. Performers should be comfortable portraying complex relationships involving friendship, marriage, family conflict, betrayal, guilt, and reconciliation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character in the upcoming film.
• Deliver dialogue and emotional performances appropriate to the role.
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production team.
• Bring authenticity to dramatic, comedic, and relationship-driven scenes.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be based in Detroit, Michigan.
• Latavia Henson: African American woman, 30s; confident, successful, intelligent, and trusting. Must portray heartbreak, anger, and strength.
• Jamie Davis: African American woman, 30s; Latavia’s best friend and struggling single mother. Requires strong dramatic range and the ability to shift from sympathetic to threatening.
• Rodney Henson: African American man, 35–40; Latavia’s successful, charming husband. Must portray confidence, deception, guilt, emotional conflict, and remorse.
• Cheyenne Brown: Woman, race open, 20s; Latavia’s attractive, confident, outspoken house manager. Requires flirtation, likability, guilt, and vulnerability.
• Yvonne: African American woman, 50s–60s; Latavia’s classy, witty, outspoken, fiercely protective mother. Dramatic presence required.
• Grace Davis: African American woman, 50s–60s; Jamie’s concerned and practical mother. Requires warmth, authority, and emotional depth.
• Scott Nash: African American man, 35–40; Rodney’s laid-back, funny, straightforward friend and business associate.
• Paris: African American woman, 20s; Cheyenne’s observant and brutally honest friend. Requires confidence and strong delivery.
• Amanda: Woman, race open, 25–30; Latavia’s spunky, funny, dependable assistant.
• Duke Davis: African American boy, approximately 5; Jamie’s son. Must be able to remember brief dialogue.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Job Description

A professional entertainment opportunity is seeking male and female vocalists and dancers for six-month cruise contracts in the Caribbean. Selected performers will join a professional entertainment team and perform live shows for international audiences while traveling to destinations throughout the Caribbean. The casting is open to experienced performers who are prepared for the demands of an extended cruise contract.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live entertainment aboard a Caribbean cruise.
• Participate in scheduled shows for international audiences.
• Rehearse and perform as part of a professional entertainment team.
• Maintain a professional standard throughout the six-month contract.
• Travel and work aboard the cruise ship for the duration of the engagement.

Requirements

• Seeking male vocalists.
• Seeking female vocalists.
• Seeking male dancers.
• Seeking female dancers.
• Must have a C1/D visa or be able to obtain one.
• STCW certification is also requested.
• Professional performance ability appropriate for live cruise entertainment.

Compensation

• Paid six-month cruise contract.

Job Description

An upcoming VCU project is seeking identical twins for a non-union B-roll production in Richmond, Virginia. The production is specifically looking for a pair of twins who can appear together on camera for approximately half a day. The production has some flexibility regarding scheduling.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as identical twins in B-roll footage.
• Participate in an approximately half-day production.
• Follow direction from the production team while on camera.
• Work professionally and collaboratively throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be identical twins.
• Both twins must be available to participate together.
• Must be able to work in Richmond, Virginia.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• Rate is TBD.

Job Description

A spec commercial is casting a male performer to portray the father in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial follows a family of four celebrating their son’s graduation together by the backyard pool. This is a collaborative, independently funded production intended to create strong portfolio material for everyone involved. The selected performer will participate in the main family shoot as well as an additional shoot featuring the father and son.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father in a family-focused spec commercial.
• Perform naturally alongside actors portraying the mother, son, and daughter.
• Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
• Return for an additional shoot involving the father and son.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male performer able to portray a father.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
• Must be available for both the primary shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A spec commercial is seeking a male performer to portray the son in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The story follows a family of four celebrating the son’s graduation by the pool in their backyard. The son plays a central part in the commercial and must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool during filming. The selected performer will also participate in a second shoot alongside the actor portraying the father.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the graduating son in the spec commercial.
• Perform naturally in family celebration scenes.
• Participate in poolside scenes and jump into a swimming pool as required.
• Participate in an additional shoot with the actor portraying the father.
• Follow direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Male performer able to portray the family’s son.
• Must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
• Must be available for the main shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A collaborative spec commercial is casting a female performer to portray the mother in a family-focused portfolio project in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial centers on a family of four gathering in their backyard to celebrate their son’s graduation by the pool. The production is seeking someone who can bring a natural, believable family presence to the commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother in the family-centered commercial.
• Perform naturally alongside the father, son, and daughter characters.
• Participate in backyard and poolside celebration scenes.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female performer able to portray a mother.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
• Able to deliver natural and believable on-camera interactions.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A spec commercial is seeking a female performer to portray the daughter in an independently produced family portfolio project in Scarborough, Ontario. The story captures a family of four celebrating their son’s graduation together around their backyard pool. The selected performer will appear alongside actors portraying the father, mother, and son, helping create natural and believable family interactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter in the family-centered spec commercial.
• Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
• Perform natural interactions with the other family characters.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female performer able to portray the family’s daughter.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
• Able to work collaboratively with other performers.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

“Dinner with a Side of Murder: Mystery of the Murdered Mobster” is casting multiple actors and interactive performers for an original dinner-theater production set in Chicago in 1940. The story begins after Angelo Marconi, the owner of Angelo’s Italian Restaurant and a suspected crime boss, is murdered. His family, associates, employees, and other suspicious characters gather for the reading of his will, turning the evening into an interactive murder mystery. The production is seeking performers for roles ranging from members of the Marconi family and rival mob connections to police, restaurant employees, and security. The production will be presented at The Burton Leavitt Theatre in Connecticut, with rehearsals held twice weekly once they begin.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character in the 1940s murder mystery production.
• Develop a convincing character appropriate to the period, storyline, and assigned role.
• Perform scripted scenes and work collaboratively with the ensemble.
• Remain in character throughout interactive portions of the dinner-theater experience.
• Supporting roles may mingle with guests and deliver verbal clues based on a provided outline.

Requirements

• Rocco Marconi: Male, approximately 40–50. Angelo’s younger brother and right-hand man. Tall, dark, handsome, and known to have a temper.
• Maria Marconi: Female, approximately 40. Angelo’s second wife. Attractive and appears to be mourning her husband.
• Gino Lombardi: Male, approximately 50–65. Accountant for the family business and a longtime friend of Angelo who stays away from its violent side.
• Angela “Angel” Marconi: Female, 20–29. Angelo’s daughter from his first marriage. Young, pretty, rebellious, and a party girl who frequents the best nightclubs.
• Mickey O’Toole: Male, approximately 25–35. Angel’s boyfriend and the son of a rival gang leader. Good-looking, young, rebellious, cocky, and brash. An Irish accent may be required.
• Burt Westwood: Male, approximately 40–65. Police captain who is bureaucratic and somewhat self-important but understands police business and has connections.
• Aldo: Male, approximately 55–65. Maître d’ and manager of Angelo’s restaurant. Well-dressed, professional, and loyal to the restaurant and family.
• Two Henchmen: Approximately 30–50. Professional bodyguard/security types who are well-dressed and comfortable portraying intimidating security characters.
• Waitresses: Adult performers of any age. Professionally presented and comfortable mingling with guests in costume while discreetly delivering verbal clues.
• Additional Restaurant Staff: Adult performers of any age for roles including coat check girl, doorman, and bartenders. Must be comfortable interacting with guests and potentially delivering clues.
• Interactive supporting performers should be comfortable improvising from a provided outline.
• Must be able to participate in the production’s rehearsal schedule.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.

Job Description

The television series “911 Nashville” is casting non-union background talent to portray audience members in Nashville, Tennessee. The production is seeking adults of all genders, ages 18–70, who are local to Nashville or the surrounding area and can commit to a potentially long day on set. This is seated audience background work for a 20th Century Television production. Applicants must be fully available for the booking and prepared to remain on set for 12 or more hours if required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an audience member in background scenes for “911 Nashville.”
• Remain available for the full duration of the booking.
• Follow instructions from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and professional conduct while on set.

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or the surrounding area.
• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set if needed.
• Must provide acceptable original documents for I-9 employment verification.
• Production cannot sponsor applicants for work visas.

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours.
• Equivalent base rate of $12.50 per hour.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 8 hours.

Job Description

Black Dog Productions is casting three actors for Black Tar Magic, an ambitious short film production filming in the Greater Boston area. The paid project is open to both union and non-union performers and centers on three emotionally complex characters navigating addiction, grief, secrets, and personal unraveling. The production is seeking performers with strong dramatic instincts and emotional range. The two lead roles require physically and emotionally demanding performances, including simulated drug use and depictions of addiction-related illness, while the supporting role calls for a controlled, darkly comedic presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted dramatic role in Black Tar Magic.
• Work closely with the director to portray emotionally complex material.
• Handle mature themes involving addiction, grief, and drug use where required.
• Perform physical and emotionally demanding scenes appropriate to the assigned character.
• Follow production direction and established safety procedures for choreographed scenes.

Requirements

• Delia – Lead: Female, ages 20–29. A famous model spiraling while trying to overcome addiction and the traumatic loss of her boyfriend. Requires significant emotional and physical range, including portrayals of withdrawal, vomiting, shaking, sobbing, and screaming. Must be comfortable with suggested drug use and depictions of physical illness.
• Kip – Lead: Male, ages 20–29. A worn-down rock star struggling with opioid addiction while hiding a dark secret. Requires strong emotional range and stamina, moving from detached calm to an intense breakdown. Must be comfortable with simulated drug use, including choreographed, non-graphic needle preparation/injection, and a stage-combat or stunt-adjacent scene.
• Felicity – Supporting: Female, ages 20–29. Cool, composed, and businesslike, with a dry sense of humor. She functions partly as Kip’s manager and partly as his dealer. Requires strong dark-comedy timing. No simulated drug use is required beyond handling props such as a baggie and cigarette.
• Must be able to work in the Greater Boston area.
• Open to union and non-union actors.

Compensation

• Paid.