Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A nonprofit awareness commercial is casting a child actor for a featured role in a cinematic production filming in the South Bay/Redondo Beach area. Casting directors are seeking a young performer who can follow simple on-set direction and portray a natural, authentic character. This is a paid, non-union opportunity for aspiring child actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a nonprofit awareness commercial.
• Follow simple direction from the production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming.
• Work cooperatively with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black, Latino, or Asian female child actor.
• Ages 8–12.
• Parent or guardian must be present on set.
• Must be able to follow simple directions.
• Must be available to work in the South Bay/Redondo Beach area.

Compensation

• $100–$175 flat rate, depending on experience.
• Paid non-union commercial opportunity.
• Opportunity to gain experience on a professional cinematic production.

Job Description

A production is casting men in Los Angeles for a paid security guard role. This opportunity is seeking talent who can submit a self-tape audition immediately and are available to work on the scheduled filming dates. If you’re looking for a commercial or film acting opportunity in LA, this role offers competitive pay for lead and supporting performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a security guard in a scripted production.
• Submit a self-tape audition as soon as possible.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Be available for the scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Male actors based in Los Angeles.
• Available to work on the scheduled production dates.
• Able to submit a self-tape immediately.
• Comfortable portraying a security guard on camera.

Compensation

• Lead role: $400 for up to 10 hours.
• Supporting role: $300 for up to 10 hours.
• Paid acting opportunity.

Job Description

A comedy production is casting an Asian female actor for a one-day comedy skit filming in San Francisco. This acting opportunity is ideal for aspiring and experienced performers who enjoy comedic content and want to collaborate on a creative commercial-style production. If you have a fun personality and are comfortable performing on camera, this is a great chance to expand your acting portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a comedy skit.
• Follow direction from the production and creative team.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Collaborate with cast and crew during the one-day shoot.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Asian female.
• Under 30 years old.
• Available for a one-day shoot.
• Must be able to work in the San Francisco area.
• Submit a recent headshot and links to your social media profiles.
• Comfortable performing in comedic content.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• One-day filming commitment.
• Opportunity to build your acting reel and portfolio.
• Gain experience working on a professional comedy production.

Lead Child Actress for Short Film

Job Description

A short film production is seeking a talented young actress for a lead role in an international project filming in San Diego, California, and Mexico City. Casting directors are looking for a Hispanic girl who can portray a resilient and emotionally expressive character navigating life between two cultures. This is a paid acting opportunity with travel provided for the selected child performer and one parent or guardian.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a narrative short film
• Perform emotionally driven scenes under the direction of the production team
• Participate in filming in both the United States and Mexico
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and production dates as required
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout the project

Requirements

• Hispanic female child actor
• Age 5–7 years old
• Medium to light brown skin tone
• Fluent in both English and Spanish
• Spanish must include a Mexican accent
• Valid passport required for both child and parent/guardian
• Must be able to travel and commit to filming in both the United States and Mexico
• Strong emotional acting abilities are a plus
• Must be legally eligible to work and travel for the production

Compensation

• Lead role rate: MXN 100,000 (approximately USD $5,000+)
• Travel provided for the selected child and one parent/guardian
• Opportunity to star in an international short film production

Lifestyle Friends Group for Lunch and Movie Scene

Job Description

Lifestyle casting is seeking a group of 3–4 friends for a paid lifestyle photo and video shoot. Producers are looking for authentic, outgoing individuals who can naturally interact while enjoying lunch and a movie together. This project aims to capture genuine friendships and real-life moments in a fun, relaxed environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a lifestyle-themed photo and video shoot
• Portray a group of friends enjoying lunch and a movie outing
• Engage naturally with fellow cast members during filming
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Maintain a positive and energetic attitude on set

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–40
• Must apply as part of a friend group consisting of 3–4 people
• Comfortable being photographed and filmed
• Strong on-camera presence and natural chemistry with friends
• Reliable, professional, and available for the scheduled shoot

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Meals and movie experience included during filming
• Opportunity to gain on-camera lifestyle content experience

Lead Role: The Woman in SAG Horror Short Film

Job Description

A SAG horror short film is now casting the lead role of The Woman for an upcoming production filming in Los Angeles. The story follows a woman whose obsessive nightly beauty ritual takes a terrifying turn when a new skincare product forces her to confront the lengths she will go to reverse the effects of aging. This character-driven role offers a compelling opportunity for an actress to lead a psychological horror project with strong emotional depth and screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a SAG horror short film
• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes exploring obsession, fear, and vulnerability
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Bring authenticity and depth to a complex character arc

Requirements

• Female talent
• Ages 25–35
• Open to all ethnicities
• Strong acting skills and emotional range
• Comfortable performing in psychological horror scenes
• Ability to portray both confidence and vulnerability on screen
• Professional attitude and reliability throughout production

Compensation

• Paid SAG project
• Lead role in a horror short film
• Opportunity to work with an experienced creative team
• Professional screen credit and festival exposure potential

Job Description

A television production is seeking 3–4 fit male actors to work as background talent in scenes featuring a luxury beach and yacht setting. Selected performers will appear alongside models in visually dynamic scenes and help create an upscale atmosphere for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in beach and yacht scenes.
• Wear swim trunks and portray beachgoers in a resort-style environment.
• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Participate in multiple scene setups as needed during the shoot.

Requirements

• Male actors.
• Ages 21–35.
• Fit and athletic appearance.
• Comfortable wearing swim trunks on camera.
• Able to work professionally in scenes featuring models.
• Available for up to 8 hours of filming.

Compensation Details

• $180 for up to 8 hours of work.

Lead Role – Dianne for 16mm Short Film

Job Description

A non-union 16mm short film set in 1970s Southern California is seeking an actress for the lead role of Dianne. This coming-of-age story follows a shy teenager who embarks on an unexpected journey after accepting a ride to a concert from the leader of a local crew. Along the way, she challenges expectations, discovers her confidence, and experiences personal growth. This is a character-driven lead role with significant screen time and emotional depth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a narrative short film
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally authentic performance
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days
• Collaborate closely with the director and cast
• Follow creative direction while helping develop the character
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female
• Ages 18–28
• Fair skin and blonde hair preferred
• Petite build preferred
• Able to portray a shy, soft-spoken Catholic high school student
• Strong dramatic acting skills
• Comfortable portraying a character undergoing personal growth and self-discovery
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $125 per day guaranteed
• Lead role in a 16mm short film
• Professional independent film experience
• Significant screen time and character development

Job Description

A popular comedy YouTube channel with over 2 million subscribers is seeking talented male and female actors for an upcoming paid comedy video project. This opportunity is ideal for performers who enjoy comedic content, are comfortable on camera, and can bring energy and personality to entertaining digital productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted and improvised comedy scenes for a YouTube production.
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members during filming.
• Follow creative direction and contribute to a fun, engaging production environment.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled filming sessions.
• Help create entertaining content for a large online audience.

Requirements

• Male and female actors.
• Ages 18–35.
• Strong on-camera presence and ability to perform comedic material.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow direction.
• Previous acting or content creation experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Teen Twin Actors for Coming-of-Age Feature Film

Job Description

A coming-of-age feature film from an Emmy-nominated director is now seeking real twin actors for a major supporting role. This SAG low-budget feature has A-list actors attached and follows an exciting story filled with adventure, courage, and discovery. Production is conducting a nationwide search for talented twins who can bring strong chemistry, humor, and authenticity to the screen. Filming will take place in Redding, California.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one half of a twin sibling duo in a feature film
• Deliver authentic performances that highlight sibling chemistry
• Collaborate closely with cast and production throughout filming
• Follow direction from the director and creative team
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming dates
• Maintain professionalism on set during production

Requirements

• Must be a real set of twins
• Ages 13–15
• Male
• Open to all ethnicities, with preference for diverse talent
• Identical twins preferred
• Must be available for the production schedule
• Strong acting ability and natural on-screen chemistry encouraged
• Parents or guardians must be available as required for minor performers
• Role follows all applicable child labor and safety regulations

Compensation

• $2,812 per week
• Additional 10% agency fee
• SAG Low Budget Agreement production
• Major supporting roles in a feature film