Los Angeles Movie Auditions

Job Description

A quirky 15-minute comedy short film titled The Grocer is casting a male actor for the role of a wealthy businessman. The story follows a kind-hearted grocery store cashier who becomes increasingly obsessed with protecting his employee-of-the-month status, accidentally putting an important friendship in jeopardy. The Businessman is a rich, Type-A entrepreneur who values efficiency and optimization above all else. The short film will shoot in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wealthy, Type-A businessman in the short film.
• Bring an efficiency-driven and entrepreneurial personality to the character.
• Perform naturally within the project’s quirky comedic style.
• Work effectively with the directors and fellow performers.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Ages 30–50.
• Able to portray a wealthy, confident Type-A entrepreneur.
• Comfortable with comedy and character-driven material.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A quirky 15-minute comedy short film titled The Grocer is seeking a female actor for the role of Fransisca. The film centers on a kind-hearted grocery store cashier whose determination to remain employee of the month unexpectedly puts an important friendship at risk. Fransisca is a widow who comes through the cashier’s register on the day of her husband’s funeral, creating an unusual character moment within the film’s offbeat comedic story. Filming will take place in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Fransisca in the comedy short film.
• Deliver a grounded performance suited to the film’s quirky comedic tone.
• Perform scenes involving the grocery store cashier and surrounding story.
• Collaborate professionally with the directors, cast, and crew.
• Follow creative direction during production.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Ages 30–45.
• Comfortable portraying a widow within a comedy short film.
• Able to balance grounded character work with an offbeat story.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A quirky 15-minute comedy short film titled The Grocer is casting a male actor to portray The Boss, the manager of a grocery store. The story follows a kind-hearted grocery store cashier whose obsession with maintaining his employee-of-the-month title begins to threaten an important friendship. The Boss is a strict and imposing manager who embraces new technology. Production will take place in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray The Boss, the grocery store manager, in a comedy short film.
• Bring a strict, imposing, and authoritative personality to the character.
• Perform comedic scenes naturally within the film’s quirky tone.
• Work collaboratively with the directors and other cast members.
• Follow direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Ages 35–60.
• Strong ability to portray a strict and imposing authority figure.
• Comfortable performing comedy.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A television legal drama is actively seeking recurring background actors of all ages and ethnicities for ongoing courtroom scenes filming in Culver City, California. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers interested in recurring on-camera work while helping create realistic and engaging courtroom environments. Selected talent may be considered for multiple production dates and recurring courtroom roles throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom roles such as jurors, plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, attorneys, and spectators
• Return for recurring courtroom scenes as needed throughout production
• React naturally during courtroom scenes and dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere

Requirements

• Open to talent of all ages
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style scenes
• Must be available to work in Culver City, California
• Ability to return for recurring production dates is encouraged
• Reliable, adaptable, and professional on set
• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

• $120 flat rate

Job Description

A non-union student short film titled Mascot is casting actors and background talent in the Los Angeles/Westchester area. The comedy follows Aaron, an ambitious young sports broadcaster trying to redeem himself after covering a 37U flag football game, only to find himself increasingly frustrated by a relentless and unpredictable mascot. The production is casting four featured roles, including Aaron, his co-host Trey, supervisor June, and mascot Benny. Additional performers are also needed as flag football players, coaches, a referee, announcer, show runner, and crowd extras.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a comedy-driven student short film.
• Perform scripted scenes while following direction from the filmmaking team.
• Lead actors should bring the personality and comedic dynamics of their respective characters to life.
• Background performers will help create the atmosphere of a flag football game and sports broadcast environment.
• The performer playing Benny must be comfortable wearing a mascot costume.

Requirements

• Aaron: Black man, mid-20s. Ambitious, talented, and defensive. A rising sports broadcaster desperate to redeem himself after a humiliating demotion.
• Trey: Black man, mid-20s. Goofy, underrated, and competitive. Aaron’s laid-back co-host whose increasing professionalism creates unexpected competition.
• June: Black woman, late 20s to 30s. Composed, demanding, and observant. Aaron’s supervisor who pushes him toward success while questioning whether he can handle the pressure.
• Benny: Any age. Must be willing to wear a mascot costume. An unpredictable, silent, and provocative mascot whose antics repeatedly challenge Aaron.
• Flag Football Players: Ages 30+.
• Additional Background Roles: Two coaches, referee, announcer, show runner, and crowd extras of any age.
• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles/Westchester area.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.
• Non-union student production.

Job Description

“Bloodline,” a supernatural student short film, is casting background performers to portray vampires. The film follows estranged vampire brothers who return to their desert hometown for their father’s funeral and become drawn back into a family legacy they thought they had escaped. Selected extras will help populate the supernatural world of the film and contribute to the atmosphere of key scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a vampire background performer.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity during takes.
• Work professionally alongside the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black or Hispanic male and female performers.
• Comfortable portraying a vampire in a supernatural film.
• Acting experience encouraged but not required.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meal provided.
• IMDb credit.

Job Description

A supernatural student short film titled “Bloodline” is casting a male actor for the role of Lackey #2. The story follows two estranged vampire brothers returning to their dying desert hometown for their father’s funeral, where a reunion with their youngest sibling forces them to confront a powerful family legacy. The production is seeking a performer with a henchman-like presence who can fit naturally into the film’s dark supernatural world.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lackey #2 in the supernatural short film.
• Follow scripted direction and blocking during filming.
• Maintain the character’s intimidating henchman presence.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Black or Hispanic.
• Henchman-type look or presence.
• Acting experience encouraged but not required.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meal provided.
• IMDb credit.

Job Description

An independent psychological and supernatural horror short film is casting a male lead for a performance-driven project filming in the Los Angeles area. The role has minimal dialogue and relies heavily on subtle physical acting to communicate mounting fear, confusion, and panic. The production is seeking an actor who can deliver grounded, believable horror reactions through facial expressions, eye movement, breathing, and body language rather than exaggerated performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role in a psychological and supernatural horror short film.
• Convey fear, confusion, tension, and panic primarily through physical performance.
• Deliver subtle, natural reactions during suspenseful and frightening scenes.
• Complete a short self-tape audition for consideration.

Requirements

• Male actor, 20s to early 30s, with a youthful appearance.
• Hispanic/Latino or Caucasian.
• Preferably approximately 5’6″–5’10”.
• Strong ability to communicate emotion through eyes, breathing, facial expressions, and body language.
• Comfortable performing psychological and supernatural horror material.

Compensation

• $800 total.
• Approximately 1–1.5 days of filming.

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.