Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description
A paid, non-union student short film titled Incoherent is casting a lead male actor for a psychological thriller/drama produced as a junior thesis project at Loyola Marymount University. The story explores grief, memory, and the fractured relationship between a father and his daughter, offering a deeply emotional and performance-driven role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Abel” in a psychological thriller

• Deliver emotionally intense and layered performances

• Participate in all scheduled shoot days

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

• Bring depth and authenticity to a complex character arc

Requirements

• Male, late 30s–40s

• Black / African American

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable performing emotionally intense scenes (grief, distress, vulnerability)

• Facial hair preferred

• Must be available for all 3 शूट days

Compensation

• $100 per day (3 शूट days total)

• Meals and credit provided

Job Description
A production is seeking a real father and son duo for a paid shoot in Los Angeles, California. This project is looking for authentic, everyday talent—particularly a father with a hands-on trade background—to bring a natural and relatable dynamic to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and son relationship on camera

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Deliver natural, authentic interactions

• Be available for the full scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Father: Ages 32–45

• Son: Ages 6–8

• Preference for fathers who work in a hands-on trade (e.g., construction, mechanic, craftsman, etc.)

• Must be based in or able to work in Los Angeles, CA

• Must be available on March 24

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not specified)

Job Description

A casting opportunity is now open for experienced actors to participate in an upcoming production in Los Angeles. The project is seeking strong on-screen talent who can deliver professional performances and bring authenticity to their roles. This is a great opportunity for seasoned actors looking to work on a paid production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned roles on camera in a professional production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain performance consistency throughout filming

• Be available for a full day of shooting

• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Black and Asian talent specifically encouraged to apply

• Ages 30+

• Must have prior on-screen acting experience

• Must be available for a full day of filming

• Comfortable working in a professional set environment

Compensation

• $350 flat rate

Job Description

A production is seeking background actors and extras for an upcoming non-union project filming in Los Angeles. The scene will feature a cocktail party environment, and selected performers will portray guests attending the event.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience while appearing in a professional production. Background actors will help bring the social atmosphere of the scene to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in a cocktail party scene.

• Portray event attendees in a natural and believable manner.

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming.

• Arrive prepared with appropriate cocktail party attire.

• Maintain professionalism and cooperation on set.

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 21–60.

• Open to all races and ethnicities.

• Must be comfortable appearing as a party guest in a social setting.

• Must provide cocktail party attire for the scene.

• Prior acting experience is helpful but not required.

Compensation

• Non-union production

• Unpaid opportunity

• Participants will receive copy, credit, and meals.

Job Description
A production team is seeking audience members to appear in a YouTube video featuring a popular content creator. The project will be filmed in Los Angeles, California, and will include participants appearing as part of a live or staged audience during the recording of the video.

Selected participants will help create an energetic and engaging atmosphere for the production. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in appearing in online video content and gaining experience on a professional digital production set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an audience member in a YouTube video production

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate in audience reactions and interactions as directed

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot

• Help contribute to an engaging filming environment

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Comfortable appearing on camera for a YouTube production

• Must be able to work locally in Los Angeles, California

• Ability to follow directions and collaborate with the production team

• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Opportunity to appear in a video for a popular content creator

• Experience working on a professional digital content production

Job Description
The Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum is seeking actors for its upcoming original live theater production, Remember the Rancho, a performance centered on Southern California history and the legacy of the Dominguez family. This historical production will bring the region’s cultural heritage to life through engaging storytelling and live performance.

The production will feature multiple adult roles and will be performed live at the Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum. Actors selected for the project will participate in rehearsals and collaborate with the creative team to deliver a compelling historical performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a live stage production portraying historical characters

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and collaborate with the production team

• Memorize scripts and deliver lines effectively during performances

• Participate in blocking, staging, and character development

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the rehearsal and performance process

Requirements

• Male and female actors ages 25–45

• Strong interest in live theater and historical storytelling

• Ability to perform in front of live audiences

• Must be local to Los Angeles or Orange County, California

• Strong acting skills and stage presence preferred

• Ability to collaborate with the creative and production team

Compensation

• Paid non-union acting opportunity

• Professional live theater performance experience

• Opportunity to perform in a historically themed production

Job Description
A production team is seeking background actors and performers for an upcoming short film project filming in Los Angeles, California. The production is casting a diverse group of talent to portray art gallery attendees, staff members, waiters, and a featured performer within a high-art gallery setting.

This project will involve filming scenes that capture the atmosphere of a contemporary art gallery event. Selected talent will help create a realistic and engaging environment as guests, staff, and performers within the scene. This is a non-union opportunity that provides copy, credit, and meals for participants.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in an art gallery event scene

• Portray gallery attendees, staff members, or service staff as directed

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

• Maintain character and natural interactions during filming

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the production day

Requirements

• Male or female performers ages 21–60 for gallery attendee roles

• Male or female performers of any race or ethnicity for gallery staff or waiter roles

• Female BIPOC performer in their 20s for a featured performer role

• Comfortable performing as background talent in a gallery event setting

• Must be able to provide a resume and headshot when applying

• Ability to follow production instructions and collaborate with cast and crew

Compensation

• Non-union project

• Unpaid opportunity

• Copy, credit, and meals provided

Real Moms and Daughters for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting real mothers and daughters for an upcoming project filming in San Francisco. Casting directors are looking for authentic family pairs who can naturally portray a mother and child relationship on screen. This opportunity is ideal for real-life moms and their daughters who can bring warmth and genuine connection to a film scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life mother and daughter relationship in a feature film scene

• Participate in natural family-style moments on camera

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Help create authentic emotional moments in the story

Requirements

• Real mother and daughter pairs

• Daughter must be between 6–8 years old

• Must be based in the Bay Area

• Comfortable appearing on camera together in a feature film

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Opportunity to appear in a professional feature film production

Community Members for Health Campaign Commercial

Job Description
A health campaign commercial is casting community members and actors from the Sacramento, California area for several featured roles in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for real people and performers with authentic personalities to appear in relatable lifestyle scenes that highlight everyday community moments. Selected talent will participate in a short commercial shoot portraying natural interactions in a variety of health-focused storytelling scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray community members in lifestyle scenes for a health campaign commercial

• Participate in everyday activities such as visiting a farmers market, spending time with friends, or interacting in family settings

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver natural on-camera performances

• Help create authentic and relatable moments that reflect real community life

Requirements

• Must be local to the Sacramento, California area

• Open to both actors and real community members

• Farmer role: male, 25–45 years old

• Porch scene role: male, 70–80 years old

• Individual with a visible disability, around 50 years old

• Female, 25–35 years old to portray a patient

• Unhoused father and son duo (real-life pair encouraged)

• Comfortable performing naturally on camera in lifestyle-style scenes

Compensation

• $2,000 for select one-day roles

• $2,000–$2,500 for patient role (1–2 day shoot)

• $5,000 for real father/son duo role

• Paid commercial opportunity with professional production