Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Actors and Background Talent for “The Vanguard” Psychological Thriller Short Film

Job Description

“The Vanguard” is casting lead, supporting, day player, and background roles for a psychological thriller short film shooting in Oakland, California. The story follows an outspoken podcaster whose celebration after receiving a prestigious honor from an elite organization takes a disturbing turn following an unexpected confrontation. The production is seeking performers for a diverse ensemble of ambitious professionals, influential organization members, event staff, security personnel, and gala guests.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in an assigned lead, supporting, day player, or background role.
• Bring authenticity and emotional depth appropriate to a psychological thriller.
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally for speaking roles.
• Follow direction, blocking, and performance notes from the filmmaking team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout production.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast and crew.
• Perform moderate physical action when required for security guard roles.

Requirements

• Simone: Black actor, 30s, lead role; poised, intelligent, ambitious, and accustomed to questioning the world around her.
• Adrian: Open ethnicity, late 30s, lead role; charming, affectionate, attentive, and able to portray Simone’s fiancé and longtime Vanguard member.
• Julian: Black actor, 30s, lead role; able to portray a brilliant, passionate, fiercely defiant scientist with a strong sense of conviction.
• The Founder: Open ethnicity, 60s, supporting role; elegant, magnetic, emotionally precise, and commanding.
• Marcus: Black actor, late 50s, supporting role; suave, composed, socially effortless, and able to portray The Founder’s trusted right-hand man.
• Nia: Black actor, mid-30s, supporting role; intelligent, observant, publicly fearless, and confident.
• Vanguard Staffer: Open ethnicity, 40s–60s; calm, professional, procedural, and comfortable within an elite organizational environment.
• Handler: Open ethnicity, 40s–60s; efficient, courteous, and quietly authoritative.
• Security Guards: Two performers, open ethnicity, 30s–50s; commanding presence and natural authority with moderate physical action required.
• Photographer: Open ethnicity, ages 20s and older; polished and professional Vanguard event staff member with one line.
• Aide: Open ethnicity, ages 20s and older; polished and professional Vanguard event staff member; non-speaking role.
• The Four Fellows: Open ethnicity, ages 20s–40s; accomplished, polished, and aspirational.
• Donors/Gala Guests: Open ethnicity, ages 30s and older; affluent, elegant, and comfortable portraying guests within The Vanguard’s polished world.
• Must be able to work in Oakland, California.
• Self-tapes are not required for the Photographer and Aide roles.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA SPA pending.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected performers.

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA indie feature film is casting two lead actors to portray brothers Darren and Connor in a bold, emotionally demanding drama filming in Los Angeles. The story follows an Army cadet and his younger brother as a secret relationship is exposed, forcing them into a chaotic cross-country escape from the law. Both roles require performers capable of delivering raw, naturalistic performances while handling challenging material.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two emotionally complex lead characters:
  • Darren: A 19-year-old U.S. Army cadet with an athletic/toned build who is fiercely protective of his younger brother.
  • Connor: A 17-year-old rebellious, artistic teenager with an athletic/toned build who finds safety and emotional support in his older brother.
• Perform emotionally intense dramatic scenes involving complicated family relationships and mature themes.
• Participate in scripted nudity and intimate scenes with intimacy choreography and established safety protocols.
• Perform limited stunt, movement, and underwater work as required.
• Work closely with the director, fellow cast members, and production team to create authentic, naturalistic performances.

Requirements

• Performers must be 18 or older.
• Seeking actors who can portray Darren, age 19, or Connor, age 17.
• Athletic or toned physique required for both roles.
• Must be comfortable working with intense and potentially distressing subject matter.
• Must be comfortable with scripted nudity and intimacy choreography.
• Must be comfortable with limited stunt, movement, and underwater work.
• SAG-AFTRA production under a ULB Agreement.

Compensation

• Paid SAG-AFTRA feature film roles.
• SAG-AFTRA ULB Agreement.

Job Description

A commercial production in Los Angeles is casting young male talent for an upcoming spot. The team is specifically seeking performers who already have buzzed hair or are comfortable shaving their hair for the role. Selected talent should be comfortable performing on camera and recording a casting tape as part of the audition process.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial production.
• Perform according to the creative direction provided.
• Maintain the required buzzed or shaved hairstyle for filming.
• Record and submit a casting tape for consideration.
• Work professionally with the production team on set.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 18–23.
• Must already have buzzed hair or be willing to shave hair.
• Comfortable appearing on camera for a commercial.

Compensation

• $250

Job Description

A Los Angeles production titled Girls Night is casting two Black actors in their late 20s to early 30s for the roles of Jasmine and Marcus. Jasmine is charismatic, stylish, confident, and quick-witted, with a vulnerable side beneath the surface. Marcus is easygoing, confident, and grounded, serving as Nicole’s longtime boyfriend. The production is seeking performers with natural comedic instincts, strong screen presence, and the emotional range to bring authentic relationships and character-driven moments to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Jasmine or Marcus in the production.
• Deliver natural, engaging, and emotionally grounded performances.
• Bring strong comedic instincts and timing to character-driven scenes.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black male and female actors.
• Late 20s to early 30s.
• Jasmine: Strong comedic timing, confidence, charisma, and emotional range.
• Marcus: Natural comedic instincts, grounded charisma, and emotional intelligence.

Compensation

• Meals provided.
• Copy and screen credit provided.

Major Artist Music Video – Homegirls and Neighborhood Guys

Job Description

A major artist music video is casting men and women for featured roles in Los Angeles, California. The production is seeking authentic personalities to portray homegirls and neighborhood guys, bringing natural confidence, style, and energy to the music video.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured talent in a major artist music video
• Portray a homegirl or neighborhood guy naturally on camera
• Bring personality, confidence, and authentic energy to each scene
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Women, ages 20–30, to portray homegirls
• Men, ages 20–50, to portray neighborhood guys
• Open to all ethnicities
• Strong, authentic, and camera-ready presence
• Must be available to work in Los Angeles, California

Compensation

• $350 for 10 hours

Job Description

A short film shooting in San Francisco is casting background actors to portray bar patrons in an upcoming scene. The production is seeking a diverse mix of adults to create a natural and believable bar atmosphere, with talent in their late 30s through 50s especially encouraged to apply. This is a background extra opportunity for San Francisco-area talent comfortable appearing naturally on camera and following on-set direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in background scenes.
• Perform natural background actions and interactions as directed.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 21 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Talent in their late 30s–50s especially encouraged to apply.
• Confirm availability when applying.

Compensation

• Unpaid background role.

Job Description

A major artist music video filming in Los Angeles is casting talent for multiple featured roles. The production is seeking a young Black couple with natural on-camera chemistry, as well as older male talent from all ethnic backgrounds. Selected performers will appear in professionally produced music video scenes and should be comfortable taking direction, performing naturally on camera, and working in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in assigned scenes for a major artist music video.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver natural and confident on-camera performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.
• Young couple talent should portray believable chemistry on camera.

Requirements

• Young Black Couple: Black male and female adult talent with natural on-camera chemistry.
• Older Male Talent: Men ages 50–80, all ethnicities.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• $350 for up to 10 hours of work.

Lead Actress for Major Artist Music Video

Job Description

A major artist music video filming in Los Angeles, California, is seeking a female lead actress for a featured on-camera role. The production is looking for a confident, expressive performer who can bring strong screen presence and personality to the music video across two shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead actress in a major artist music video

• Portray the creative direction and mood of the production on camera

• Deliver expressive and engaging performances throughout each scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across both filming days

Requirements

• Female performers

• Strong acting ability and natural on-camera presence

• Confident portraying a prominent lead role

• Comfortable working in a professional music video production

• Must be able to work in Los Angeles, California

• Must be available for both required shoot days

Compensation

• $1,600/10 hours per shoot day

• $3,200 total for both shoot days

Job Description

An independent short film titled “The Death of America” is casting three performers for a character-driven story filming in Sacramento, California. The film follows America, a funny and fiercely hopeful homeless woman who is close to securing housing when budget cuts cause her application to be denied. Sent back to an encampment, she experiences a devastating relapse that threatens the fresh start she had been working toward.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in the short film.
• Deliver an emotionally grounded performance suited to the film’s dramatic subject matter.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members during production.
• Follow creative direction and arrive prepared for filming.

Requirements

• America – Feminine Lead, 20+: Quirky, determined, and hopeful, with a strong belief in achieving the American Dream.
• Katie – Supporting Role, 30+: Dry, sarcastic, slightly tough around the edges, and possessing a raspy voice.
• Danny/Dani – Supporting Role, 20+: A social worker doing their best to support and work with America.
• Each shoot day is expected to last approximately six hours.
• Non-union production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Food will be provided on shoot days.

Los Angeles Film – Charismatic Black Woman

Job Description

An independent film production is seeking a charismatic Black woman, ages 60–80, for an upcoming role in Los Angeles. Casting directors are looking for a performer with commanding presence, confidence, and natural charisma—the kind of personality that immediately captures attention when entering a room.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an on-camera role in an independent film production.
• Bring confidence, charisma, and a commanding presence to the character.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Black woman ages 60–80.
• Must be based in the Los Angeles area.
• Strong, charismatic screen presence.
• Confident and expressive on camera.
• Able to take direction and deliver a natural performance.

Compensation

• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.