Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A production team is casting one male and one female actor to portray a couple in a short vertical film. This project focuses on emotional storytelling through simple, intimate scenes with light dialogue. It’s a great opportunity for performers to gain on-camera experience in a supportive and creative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple in emotionally driven, short-form scenes.

• Deliver subtle and natural performances suited for vertical video format.

• Follow direction closely and collaborate with the production team to achieve the creative vision.

• Participate in an indoor shoot lasting approximately eight hours.

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and experience levels.

• On-camera experience is a plus but not required.

• Comfortable performing light dialogue and emotional scenes.

• Must be available for the full shoot day.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $150 for the day

• Meals: Lunch provided

Job Description

A music video production is seeking talented actors for supporting roles in a visually striking and atmospheric project. The shoot will take place at a Victorian mansion in Altadena, California. The video centers around a haunting, cult-like coming-of-age ceremony, requiring performers who can convey strong screen presence and emotion without dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting characters that contribute to the eerie, cinematic tone of the music video.

• Participate in scenes involving stylized rituals and symbolic interactions.

• Follow direction closely to achieve the creative vision of the production.

• Maintain professionalism and collaboration on set.

Available Roles

Sisters 1 & 2:

• Age: 18–28

• Portray two sisters assisting the lead character in preparing for a coming-of-age ritual.

• Must convey cult-like poise and intensity through expressions and movement.

Father:

• Age: 35–60

• Plays the dominant head-of-house, guiding a generational ceremony.

• Strong, authoritative presence required.

Grandmother:

• Age: 60+

• Portrays a strict, traditional matriarch performing a symbolic cleansing ritual.

• Must be comfortable with a scene involving non-explicit simulated bathing (no nudity).

Requirements

• On-camera experience preferred but not required.

• Must be available for the full shoot day.

• Comfortable portraying dark, symbolic themes.

• Non-union performers welcome.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $100/day (non-union)

• Credit on distribution platforms and end credits.

• Behind-the-scenes content and footage permitted for use in portfolios.

Featured Lead and Background Talent – Music Video

Job Description
A new music video is now casting both featured lead and background talent for an exciting courtroom scene. Filming will take place in the Los Angeles area. This opportunity is perfect for actors looking to gain on-set experience and exposure in a high-profile music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the filming of courtroom-themed scenes

• Take direction from the production team and perform with professionalism

• Maintain availability for the full day of filming

Requirements

• Must be a local hire in the Los Angeles area (no travel or accommodation provided)

• Non-union talent only

• Background roles: Male and female, ages 20–40, all ethnicities, courtroom types, professional appearance

• Lead roles:

  • Male lawyer: Ages 50–60, confident, upscale, professional look

  • Female lawyer: Ages 40–50, confident, polished, professional look

Compensation

• Featured background talent: $150 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)

• Featured lead talent: $400 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)

Commercial Casting Real People in California

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking real, everyday people to appear in an upcoming shoot in California. This opportunity is open to individuals of all backgrounds and requires no acting experience. The project aims to feature authentic personalities who represent genuine life moments and diverse stories.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera commercial shoot under professional direction
• Portray natural, relatable interactions suited to your role
• Follow simple production guidance while maintaining a positive attitude

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and experience levels
• Roles include:
  • Men and women (ages 30s–50s)
  • College students (20s)
  • Little girl (ages 6–10)
  • Real ballerina (20s)
  • Elderly man (80s)
  • Real couple with newborn
• Must be local to California and available for the shoot dates

Compensation

• $1,000 per person
• Filming location: California

Rock Music Fans for Live Performance Shoot

Job Description
A production in Los Angeles is casting energetic men and women who love rock music to be part of a live rock band performance shoot. This is a fun, paid opportunity for music lovers who can bring energy, excitement, and authenticity to a live audience setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in a live rock band performance shoot.

• React naturally and enthusiastically during the performance.

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity and atmosphere.

Requirements

• Ages 21 and older.

• Open to all genders and ethnicities.

• Must be available in Los Angeles, CA.

• Must be comfortable in a lively, concert-style environment.

Compensation

• Paid role; cash paid at wrap.

Talent of All Types for Starbucks Commercial

Job Description
A Starbucks commercial is now casting a wide range of local talent in the Los Angeles area. This project celebrates real people, authentic connections, and the joy of coming together over coffee. The production is seeking diverse groups, families, couples, and individuals with unique styles, hobbies, and communities that reflect genuine human connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot celebrating community and shared coffee moments.
• Perform naturally in group settings, showcasing real relationships and personalities.
• Submit a self-tape video featuring genuine interactions with a friend, partner, family member, or group.
• Follow creative direction to bring warmth, inclusivity, and authenticity to the screen.

Requirements

• Local to Los Angeles (no travel provided).
• Open to all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
• Groups, couples, and families strongly encouraged to apply.
• Great for surfers, skateboarders, bikers, dancers, artists, athletes, gamers, musicians, and other community members.
• Any age category is welcome.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Non-travel production—must be Los Angeles-based or able to self-report to location.

Real Couples or Individuals for Relationship-Based Film Project

Job Description
A new film project is seeking real couples or individual participants in their mid-20s for a heartfelt story about love, growth, and commitment. The production explores a young couple’s journey as they navigate relationships and family after an unexpected pregnancy. No acting experience is needed—authenticity and genuine chemistry are the focus.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic and emotional relationship on camera.
• Participate in various scenes showcasing life transitions and family moments.
• Collaborate with a professional production team led by a Sundance-winning producer.
• Be open to direction and authentic storytelling.

Requirements

• Real couples or individuals aged mid-20s.
• Open-minded and comfortable expressing real emotions on screen.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be available for filming in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Travel covered from anywhere in the U.S.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Travel and accommodations covered.
• Shooting scheduled for Summer 2026 in the SF Bay Area.

Job Description

A dystopian drama table reading for The Last Chef is seeking volunteer actors for a one-night event in Los Angeles. Set in a near-future world where food has become a luxury, the story follows a struggling chef fighting to hold on to his humanity and passion in an increasingly mechanical and divided society.

This is an opportunity for performers to participate in an intimate, character-driven table read that explores themes of purpose, morality, and survival in a world losing its soul.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a live script reading alongside other performers.

• Bring emotional depth and clarity to assigned roles through vocal performance.

• Collaborate with the creative team to refine dialogue rhythm and tone.

• Attend the scheduled session fully prepared and on time.

Available Roles

• Dev (25–35, male, South Asian): A chef whose passion fades as he struggles to retain his purpose in a world overtaken by automation.

• Sunita (50s, female, South Asian): Dev’s mother; a once-vibrant woman who has grown lifeless after months of tasteless meals.

• Harry (25–35, any gender/ethnicity): Dev’s best friend; a sous chef who adapts easily to the industry’s changing landscape.

• Roy (50s, male, any ethnicity): Dev’s boss; an opportunistic man exploiting his proximity to power for personal gain.

• Newscaster: Open to all genders, ages, and ethnicities.

• Commentator: Open to all genders, ages, and ethnicities.

• Warehouse Worker: Open to all genders, ages, and ethnicities.

Requirements

• Must be available for the scheduled table reading in Los Angeles.

• Comfortable performing dramatic material.

• Strong reading and vocal delivery skills.

• Collaborative and professional demeanor.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity

• Credit and experience performing in a professional table read setting

• Networking opportunity with industry creatives

Job Description

Now seeking UCLA singles to participate in a fun, high-energy social media dating experiment called “Extreme Cuffing Season.” This lively speed-dating event gives participants just two minutes to decide if they’ve met their perfect match — all while being literally handcuffed to another single!

Everything will be filmed for social media, so participants should come ready to bring their charm, humor, and big personality to the camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed speed-dating experience on UCLA campus.

• Be open-minded, engaging, and ready to interact with fellow participants.

• Maintain a positive, high-energy attitude during the event.

• Follow event directions and safety protocols.

• Have fun while contributing to a viral social media experiment.

Requirements

• Must be single and currently a UCLA student or local resident.

• Comfortable being filmed and appearing on social media.

• Outgoing, energetic, and ready to engage in on-camera interactions.

• Must be available on the event date and time.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity — for fun and exposure.

• Chance to be featured on social media across Casting Central’s platforms.

• Great networking opportunity for students and creators.

Job Description
A fintech company is casting a Filipina actress or content creator for a short, user-generated-style commercial. The ad focuses on how easy it is to send money to family in the Philippines using a mobile app. The ideal candidate will be authentic, expressive, and comfortable delivering lines naturally without a teleprompter.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver lines naturally on camera, sharing a relatable story or testimonial-style message

• Portray a genuine and positive experience with the featured financial app

• Collaborate with the production team to create a realistic UGC-style performance

Requirements

• Female, Filipina talent

• Must be able to deliver lines authentically and unscripted (no teleprompter)

• Confident speaking directly to camera in English or Taglish

• Must be available on November 12 from 11:30 AM to 1 PM in Hollywood, CA

Compensation

• Rate: $200 for 1.5 hours of work