Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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

Female Talent – Pet Telehealth Commercial (Manhattan Beach, CA)

Job Description
A pet telehealth company is casting a female dog owner (or an actress/model with access to a puppy) for a short, authentic ad shoot. The production seeks someone with a natural on-camera presence who can comfortably discuss pet care in a casual, relatable style.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera with your dog (or a borrowed pup) for a short commercial shoot

• Deliver a natural, engaging self-tape or video message about your experience with pets or products you love

• Bring warmth and authenticity to highlight the connection between pet owners and their pets

Requirements

• Female, any ethnicity

• Must either own a puppy or have access to one

• Comfortable speaking on camera in a vlog-style or user-generated content (UGC) format

• Authentic and personable — not overly scripted or “salesy”

• Must be available on November 5 from 9:00–11:30 AM in Manhattan Beach, CA

Compensation

• Rate: $250 for 2.5 hours of work

Actor – Christmas Romantic Vertical Series

Job Description
An exciting international production is casting talented actors for a Christmas-themed romantic vertical mini-series in Los Angeles. This project is directed by Ira Storozhenko and produced in collaboration with an award-winning creative team. The story blends heartwarming holiday charm with modern storytelling, making it a perfect opportunity for actors ready to shine on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting or day player roles in a Christmas romantic short series

• Deliver authentic and engaging performances under professional direction

• Collaborate with the production team to bring warmth and emotion to each scene

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 20–60, all looks

• Must speak with an American English accent

• Non-union actors welcome; no agency fee required

• Must be local to Los Angeles, CA

• Available for shoot dates between November 10–17

Compensation

• $170–$500 per shooting day (rate depends on role)

Casting Call for Short Film “Buckle Up, Baby” – Lead Role

Job Description
A short dark comedy with a neo-western twist is casting for the lead male role in Buckle Up, Baby. The film blends absurd humor with emotional depth, following a man whose confidence is tested in an unexpected encounter. Filming will take place in Los Angeles, CA, and the production offers pay plus credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Dan,” a self-styled “city cowboy” who’s never actually ridden a horse

• Deliver a performance that combines wit, physical comedy, and emotional authenticity

• Engage in scenes that balance humor, flirtation, and vulnerability

• Work comfortably in tight spaces (such as a car interior) and perform light physical action

Requirements

• Male, playing age 30–40

• Height: 5’10” or taller, toned physique, and strong arms (visibly fit preferred)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must have great comedic timing, strong dialogue delivery, and natural chemistry with a scene partner

• Comfortable with emotional range and quick tonal shifts

• Open to working night shoots and light physical action

Compensation

• Paid role (includes copy and credit)