Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Street Mime / Living Statue Performer for TV Show

Job Description
Casting experienced street performers to portray living statues for a TV show filming in Los Angeles. This role is perfect for skilled mimes who can deliver captivating, still performance art in a public setting, bringing creativity and character to a dynamic street scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a living statue in a street performance setting
• Remain in character with controlled, minimal movement
• Arrive fully prepared with costume, makeup, and performance materials
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism in a public filming environment

Requirements

• Experienced mime or living statue performer
• Must provide your own costume, makeup, and supplies
• Comfortable performing in full costume for extended periods
• Open to union and non-union talent
• Must be local to Los Angeles, CA

Compensation

• $375 for the day
• Opportunity to appear on a TV show
• Showcase unique performance skills on camera
• Gain industry exposure

Elite Basketball Players for TV Series

Job Description
Casting elite basketball players for a long-running comedy TV series filming in Los Angeles. This role is perfect for highly skilled players who can perform impressive tricks on camera, including ball handling, spinning, and dunking, while appearing as paid background talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced basketball tricks on camera (dribbling, spinning, shooting, dunking)
• Portray background characters in a sports-related scene
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain consistency and energy across takes
• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Height between 6’1”–6’7”
• Strong basketball skills, including trick performance
• Ability to perform dunks, ball spins, and advanced dribbling
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate disclosed upon selection)
• Opportunity to showcase basketball skills on screen
• Work on a long-running TV comedy series
• Gain professional on-set experience

Job Description
A USC graduate short film titled “The Root in the Marsh” is now casting actors for a powerful, non-dialogue project exploring themes of domestic power, trauma, and breaking cycles of violence. This visually driven film relies heavily on physical storytelling and facial expression to convey emotion and narrative. The story follows a family impacted by a mysterious and supernatural connection to a marsh root, culminating in a tense and symbolic confrontation.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally driven performances without dialogue
• Use strong facial expressions and body language to communicate story and character
• Follow direction closely in a physically expressive and stylized production
• Participate in rehearsals and on-set blocking as required

Requirements

• Strong physical acting and non-verbal storytelling skills
• Ability to portray intense emotional states convincingly
• Comfortable performing in dramatic and psychologically intense scenes
• Must be 18+ (for all roles)
• Prior acting experience preferred

Roles Include:

• The Mother (Female, 40–45): A survivor of domestic abuse who uses a ritualistic method to reclaim power. Requires a calm yet intense presence and the ability to convey deep emotion through stillness and precision
• The Father (Male, 40–50): Physically imposing and volatile. Must portray sudden, intense internal pain and emotional unpredictability through physical performance
• The Daughter (Female, 18+ to play 15–18): Tense and guarded, with a gradual emotional build toward a breaking point. Must convincingly portray vulnerability and strength

Compensation

• Copy, credit, and meals provided
• SAG waiver through USC

Job Description
A new film production titled “It Takes A Village” is seeking actors for select roles in an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. The production is looking for energetic and talented performers who can bring authenticity and personality to a variety of character roles. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain on-set experience and collaborate with a creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters with strong on-screen presence
• Follow direction from the production team and adapt performance as needed
• Participate in filming and deliver scripted lines where required
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

Requirements

• Must be able to take direction and work collaboratively
• Prior acting experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable performing in a film production environment

Roles Include:

• Nip / Ginger (College Age): Actor to portray twin characters; small frame; ability to take direction; some experience preferred
• Fed Ex Worker (Male): Thin to medium build; expressive personality with a sense of humor; open to all ethnicities; must be able to follow direction
• Girl (College Age): Open ethnicity; confident and expressive; must be comfortable delivering lines and portraying a flirtatious personality

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified

High School Student Background Actors for Documentary

Job Description
A documentary for a major streaming platform is casting non-union background actors to portray high school students. Filming will take place in San Diego, and the production is seeking diverse talent who can realistically represent a high school environment. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience in a professional documentary project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school students in documentary-style scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain a natural and authentic on-camera presence
• Participate in one-day filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Male and female talent, 18+ who can portray high school students
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to San Diego, California
• Available for filming dates
• Able to provide current photos that reflect your present look

Compensation

• $300 for an 8-hour shoot
• Paid background acting opportunity
• Experience working on a major streaming project

Lead and Supporting Actors for Feature Film “Summer Winter Summer”

Job Description
An independent feature film is casting lead and supporting actors for a heartfelt, character-driven story set in Los Angeles. The film explores identity, relationships, and personal growth through emotionally rich storytelling. This is an exciting opportunity for actors to take on meaningful roles in a visually and narratively compelling production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead and supporting characters in a feature film
• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop character dynamics
• Participate in rehearsals and on-location filming

Requirements

• Male actors, late 20s to mid-30s for lead and supporting roles
• Vietnamese American male (late 20s) for lead role preferred
• White European or mixed ethnicity male (late 20s to mid-30s) for supporting role
• Female, 50s, Vietnamese for supporting role
• Comfortable with mature themes and emotionally complex material
• Ability to perform in English; additional language skills (Vietnamese or French) are a plus
• Must be based in Los Angeles

Compensation

• Paid roles in an independent feature film
• Opportunity for strong character development and screen time
• Work with an experienced creative team on a festival-driven project

Job Description
A Los Angeles-based student film project is seeking a lead actress and crew members to collaborate on a suspense-driven short film. The story follows an informant racing against time to recover stolen data after a critical mistake. This is a great opportunity for passionate creatives looking to gain experience, build their portfolio, and work on a meaningful independent project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned role with strong emotional depth and physicality (lead actress)
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story to life
• Assist with sound operations and on-set audio support (boom operator/utility)
• Contribute to a professional and collaborative production environment
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required

Requirements

• Female, ages 30–40s, open ethnicity (Lead role – Elena)
• Must be comfortable with physical activity such as running/sprinting
• Strong acting ability and screen presence
• Boom operator/utility with basic sound knowledge preferred
• Ability to work alongside the sound mixer
• Passion for filmmaking and willingness to collaborate

Compensation

• Volunteer project
• Copy, credit, and meals provided
• Opportunity for future job references

Job Description
A motion recording project is seeking participants aged 18 and over for an on-site video recording session. Participants will be recorded performing simple, everyday movements such as sitting, standing, and walking. This short-term opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to earn compensation while contributing to a professional data collection project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-site video recording session
• Perform basic physical movements including sitting, standing, and walking
• Follow instructions provided by the recording team
• Arrive on time and complete the full session

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Comfortable being video recorded
• Able to perform basic physical movements
• Available for a 2.5-hour on-site session
• Must be located in or able to travel to the listed locations

Compensation

• $225 for a 2.5-hour session
• One-time paid opportunity

Courtroom Background Actors for TV Legal Show

Job Description
A nationally syndicated courtroom television series is casting background actors to appear in upcoming episodes filming in Culver City, California. Production is seeking individuals who can portray courtroom participants such as plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and family members. This opportunity is ideal for performers interested in gaining on-camera experience while contributing to realistic legal drama scenes in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom participants such as plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, or spectators

• React naturally during courtroom dialogue and dramatic moments

• Follow direction from the production team and remain in character during filming

• Maintain professionalism and focus on set

• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere for television scenes

Requirements

• Age 40-50

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style television scenes

• Ability to react naturally and convincingly on camera

• Reliable, adaptable, and professional on set

• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $120 flat rate for filming

• Paid opportunity to appear on camera in a television production

• Valuable experience working on a professional TV set

Lead Actors for Vertical Micro-Drama Series

Job Description
A vertical micro-drama series is casting lead actors for a romantic high school storyline. This project is seeking strong, camera-ready performers who can deliver emotional, engaging performances in a fast-paced digital format.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead roles in a scripted vertical series

• Deliver emotionally engaging and natural performances

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in self-tape auditions and scheduled shoot days

• Collaborate with cast members to build on-screen chemistry

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–25 (can look younger), must know how to play football, American accent

• Female, ages 18–25 (can look younger), American accent

• Non-union talent

• Strong acting ability with on-camera confidence

• Ability to take direction and perform in a fast-paced production

Compensation

• $900 per day

• Lead roles in a digital series

• Professional exposure and on-set experience