Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Voice Actors for Animated Student Short Film

Job Description
A CalArts student animated short film is casting voice actors for a heartfelt 2–3 minute project centered around dreams, car rides home, and a mysterious polar bear-dog. This animation casting call is seeking talented voice actors who can deliver naturalistic, emotionally grounded performances that feel authentic and conversational.

The film aims to capture the warmth and realism of a parent-child relationship through dialogue-driven scenes. Voice talent with access to professional-quality recording equipment or the ability to record in person at CalArts is encouraged to apply. No prior voice acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide voice-over performance for an animated short film

• Deliver natural, conversational dialogue between characters

• Record high-quality audio from a home studio setup or in person

• Follow creative direction from the filmmaker

Requirements

• Access to professional or high-quality recording equipment, or ability to record at CalArts

• Strong vocal expression and clear delivery

• Ability to submit audition through an online form

• Comfortable performing character-driven dialogue

Roles Available

• Daughter (10–12 years old) – Bright, imaginative, curious; neutral-to-expressive tone; more lines

• Mom (Adult/Mid-Age) – Comforting, kind, gentle; soft to mid tone; fewer lines

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity (student film project)

• Voice acting credit and experience on an animated short

Latina Women (30s–40s) for Paid Film Role

Job Description
A paid film casting call is now seeking Latina women in their 30s to 40s for an upcoming movie filming in the Okanagan region. Casting directors are looking for authentic, natural performers who can bring depth and realism to a featured role in a professional film production.

This is a great opportunity for experienced and aspiring actors looking to land a paid acting job in a film and gain valuable on-set experience. Talent must meet eligibility requirements to be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character role in an upcoming feature film

• Follow direction from the film’s director and production team

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming days

• Deliver authentic and emotionally grounded performances

Requirements

• Latina women, ages 30–40s

• Must be local to the Okanagan region

• Must be a BC taxpayer

• Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident

• Available for filming as scheduled

Compensation

• Paid film role (rate disclosed upon selection)

Actors for Boston University Student Films – Boston, MA (Unpaid)

Job Description
Boston University student filmmakers are casting actors for upcoming medium-length productions designed to meet film festival standards. These student films will be developed, produced, directed, shot, recorded, and edited by BU students and may be incorporated into professional demo reels.

This is an unpaid acting opportunity; however, selected talent will receive a copy of the finished footage for portfolio and reel use. These projects are ideal for actors looking to collaborate on strong storytelling pieces while gaining valuable footage and on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead or supporting characters in student film productions

• Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Collaborate with student directors and production teams

• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances

• Follow creative direction and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

Project 1: “Qué Te Dije?”

• Juan Rivera (Lead): Male, 18+ (must look 15–16), Hispanic, darker facial features. Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license or out-of-state equivalent. Preferably understands Spanish and can speak naturally; all dialects welcome.

• Claudia Rivera (Supporting): Female, 35–45, Hispanic, darker facial features. Must speak Spanish; all dialects welcome. Preferably able to use an accent when speaking English. Strong, fierce, and emotionally layered presence required.

Project 2: “Azalea”

• Haley Hart (Lead): Female, looks 25–33. Complex character with emotional depth; stubborn yet loyal and loving.

• Azalea Hart (Supporting): Older child actor who can believably portray a small 4–5-year-old girl. Non-speaking role. Quiet, observant presence.

• Must be available to film in the Boston area

• Strong memorization and performance skills preferred

• Comfortable working in a collaborative student film environment

Compensation

• Unpaid student film opportunity

• Copy of finished footage for demo reel use

• Film festival-quality production credit

• Valuable networking and on-set experience

Basketball Players for National Commercial – Memphis, TN

Job Description
A national non-union commercial shooting in Memphis, TN is casting athletic male basketball players for a high-profile advertising campaign. This paid commercial opportunity is seeking talent with strong basketball skills and an athletic build to appear in dynamic sports-focused scenes.

Production is looking for local Memphis-area talent who can work as a local hire and commit to full-day availability. This is a great opportunity for basketball players and athletes looking to gain commercial credits while earning competitive pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball drills and gameplay actions on camera

• Demonstrate strong athletic movement and coordination

• Follow direction from the director and commercial production team

• Maintain high energy and professionalism on set

• Attend wardrobe fitting if required

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–28

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Athletic build with basketball skills preferred

• Must be local to Memphis, TN or able to work as a local hire

• Full-day availability required (early call times possible)

• Reliable transportation and ability to self-report to set

Compensation

• $800 for up to 10 hours

• $1,000 usage fee

• $100 fitting fee (if fitting is required)

• Non-union national commercial opportunity

• Professional on-set experience

Commercial Casting – Daughter Role (Girls Ages 4–6) – Orlando, FL

Job Description
A commercial project filming in Orlando, FL is casting a young girl for a featured daughter role in an upcoming advertisement campaign. This paid commercial casting call is seeking a child who can naturally portray a warm, relatable family dynamic on camera.

Producers are looking for girls who are ethnically ambiguous or Caucasian, ages 4 to 6, with expressive personalities and the ability to take simple direction on set. This is a non-union commercial opportunity offering strong compensation and a buyout.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter in a family-focused commercial

• Follow simple on-set direction from the director and crew

• Engage naturally in lifestyle-style scenes

• Maintain focus and positive energy during filming

• Be available for the full production schedule

Requirements

• Female child, ages 4–6

• Ethnically ambiguous or Caucasian

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Parent or guardian must be present

• Available to work in Orlando, FL

Compensation

• $500 session fee

• $1,500 buyout

Church Members – Men & Women (18+) – Oxford, GA

Job Description
A production filming in Oxford, GA is casting men and women to portray church members in upcoming scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is open to adults of all ethnicities who can naturally fit into a church setting. Talent should be comfortable participating in realistic congregation scenes and working in a collaborative on-set environment.

This church member casting call is ideal for actors and background performers looking to gain experience on a professional film or television production in Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray church congregation members during interior scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain appropriate behavior and continuity throughout filming

• Arrive on set prepared and camera-ready

• Participate in group scenes with professionalism and focus

Requirements

• Men and women, age 18 and over

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be available to work in Oxford, GA

• Comfortable working in a church scene setting

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Additional $20 gas bump

TV Series Extras – Medical Types & Looky-Loos – Chicago, IL

Job Description
A hit television series filming in Chicago, IL is casting paid non-speaking background actors for upcoming scenes. Production is seeking men and women to portray medical professionals, patients, and “looky-loos” for an exterior shoot. This is a great opportunity for local Chicago talent to gain experience on a fast-paced network TV set.

Casting directors are specifically looking for authentic medical types as well as individuals with vehicles to appear in exterior scenes. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray doctors, nurses, medical staff, or patients in hospital scenes

• Act as “looky-loos” in exterior scenes

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors and crew

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

• Provide accurate sizing and wardrobe information if selected

• If submitting with a vehicle, have it camera-ready for exterior scenes

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s to 70s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, IL or surrounding suburbs/border states

• Available for filming in Chicago

• Vehicles allowed except white, red, or black cars (no dents or rust)

• Must not have worked recently on this production

• Able to provide recent color photo and full sizing details

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role

• Opportunity to work on a network television production

• Professional on-set experience

• Potential to feature your vehicle in exterior scenes

Background Actors for Vertical Series “Proxy” – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A vertical short-form streaming series filming in the Atlanta area is casting background actors for multiple small shoot days. Production will take place in Marietta, GA (near Leland Dr). This paid background acting opportunity is seeking men and women to portray office staff, county clerks, customers, security guards, janitors, and upscale “hot date” types.

These are small filming days with no large crowd scenes, making this a great opportunity for talent looking to gain professional on-set experience in a fast-paced streaming production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles such as office workers, clerks, customers, security guards, janitors, or upscale dates

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

• Maintain character consistency throughout scenes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for filming

• Work efficiently during small, controlled shoot days

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50 (depending on role)

• Women ages 18–40 for “hot date” roles

• Must be local to the Atlanta/Marietta, GA area

• Available for filming in Marietta (near Leland Dr)

• Comfortable with payment via direct deposit

• Professional attitude and reliability on set

Compensation

• $100 for 10-hour day unless otherwise stated

Experienced African American Dancers – Crowning Ceremony Scene – Oxford, GA

Job Description
A production filming in Oxford, GA (near Covington) is casting experienced African American dancers for a powerful crowning ceremony scene set within a funeral sequence. This paid SAG daily contract opportunity is ideal for professional dancers who can bring strong presence, emotional depth, and authenticity to a ceremonial performance on camera.

This casting call is seeking talented performers who are comfortable working in a dramatic setting and collaborating closely with directors and choreographers to create a meaningful on-screen moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed dance movements during a ceremonial scene

• Bring emotional authenticity and stage presence to a funeral setting

• Follow direction from the director and choreographer

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

• Be fully prepared for a full production workday

Requirements

• African American dancers

• Age 18 and over

• Must have professional dance experience

• Comfortable performing in a dramatic funeral ceremony scene

• Available to work in Oxford, GA (near Covington)

• Strong reliability and on-set professionalism

Compensation

• SAG daily contract rate

• Paid union production opportunity

• Professional on-set experience and industry exposure

Soccer Players for Commercial – Dallas, TX

Job Description
A commercial filming in the Dallas–Fort Worth area is casting skilled youth soccer players for an upcoming advertisement for a pediatric healthcare system in North Texas. This paid commercial casting call is seeking experienced male soccer players and energetic young female players ready to showcase their skills on camera. If your child has strong soccer experience and confidence on the field, this is a high-paying opportunity to gain national commercial exposure.

Filming will take place in Dallas, TX, with local hire talent preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform soccer drills and gameplay naturally on camera

• Demonstrate strong athletic ability and ball control

• Follow creative direction from the director and production team

• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to filming

• Be available for one shoot day during the production window

Requirements

• Male soccer players, ages 12–14, must be highly skilled

• Club-level soccer experience required for male players

• Female soccer players, ages 6–8

• Soccer experience required for female players (any level welcome)

• Must be local to the Dallas–Fort Worth, TX area

• Parent or guardian must be available for minors

Compensation

• $500 for shoot day

• Additional $1,500 if featured in the final edited commercial