Los Angeles Teen Casting Calls

Job Description

A dramatic narrative project titled Where I Call Home is casting the role of Traye, a charismatic, athletic, and effortlessly charming 20-year-old (visually male, open ethnicity). Traye brings “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” energy—funny, confident, and magnetic—while still fitting into the grounded, emotionally intense world of the story. This role requires an actor who can balance humor and warmth with real dramatic weight.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Traye with strong charisma, comedic timing, and emotional range

• Perform scenes that shift from playful friendship to high-stakes dramatic moments

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to build believable chemistry, especially with the actor playing Kai

• Take direction well and maintain consistent performance across takes

• Bring physical confidence to the role; athletic movement is part of the character’s presence

Requirements

• Actor to play visually male, around 20 years old

• Open ethnicity

• Must have strong natural charisma and confident on-camera presence

• Ability to deliver comedic timing while transitioning into emotionally intense scenes

• Warm, playful energy that “lights up” scenes while staying grounded

• Strong chemistry with the actor playing Kai

• Athletic or martial arts experience is a plus

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

An indie, non-union psychological drama short film titled Anxiety is seeking an actor to play Mother. This role is grounded and emotionally complex—protective, conflicted, and deeply connected to her son. The performance calls for strong presence and emotional depth, with more emphasis on subtlety than heavy dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Mother character with emotional range, restraint, and authenticity.

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team.

• Participate in rehearsals and/or a simple performance run-through if requested.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and on time for all scheduled production activities.

• Maintain continuity and performance consistency across takes.

Requirements

• Female-presenting actor, age 45–55.

• Ethnicity: Open (an Eastern European/Ukrainian accent is a strong plus, but not required).

• Language: English (accent acceptable).

• Comfortable performing emotionally nuanced, psychological drama material.

• Indie / Non-Union talent welcome.

Compensation

• Unpaid indie project.

• Meals and craft services provided.

• Festival submissions are planned.

Job Description

A feature-length dramatic film titled What Was Stolen is casting paid speaking roles for local actors. The project explores crime, loyalty, power, and family ties within a high-stakes urban setting. This production is seeking strong performers who can bring depth, intensity, and emotional range to complex characters in a dramatic narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role in a feature film production

• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team

• Portray emotionally driven scenes that include suspense, confrontation, and dramatic tension

• Attend rehearsals, table reads, and filming sessions as required

• Follow production guidelines and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Must be a local actor able to work as a Houston-area hire

• Strong acting ability with experience in dramatic or crime-based roles preferred

• Comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged characters

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to take direction

• Open to African American male and female performers depending on role

Roles Being Cast Include:

• Rex: African American male, antagonist, intimidating and unpredictable street debt enforcer

• Marcus: African American male, calm, powerful figure with a mysterious past

• Michelle Carter: African American female, mid-30s, strong-willed mother and survivor with street smarts

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation will be provided based on role and production agreement

Job Description
A psychological horror feature film blending historical truth with unsettling suspense is casting union and non-union talent for a range of speaking and featured roles. Production is looking for strong character actors who can bring emotional depth, authenticity, and intensity to a story that explores trauma, memory, and the haunting question of why history repeats itself.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with believable character work and strong on-camera presence

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team to shape performance choices

• Maintain continuity in emotion, movement, and character details across takes

• Support a professional set environment with punctuality and preparedness

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in psychological horror and dramatic material

• Ability to portray the listed character types and age ranges convincingly

• For select roles: specific skills may be required (dance, singing, instrument performance)

• Professional attitude, reliability, and strong communication

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Roles Available

• Shinju (Female, 25) — Japanese American, classically trained dancer; must have dance experience; physically demanding

• Freddy (Female, 25) — Hawaiian/Asian mixed; clairvoyant musician; must sing and play music; character battling mental health

• Miller (Male, 60–80) — WWII veteran slipping into dementia; must be healthy and mobile

• Evan (Male, 33) — charismatic, cocky partygoer with a reckless edge

• Young Miller (Male, 18) — hopeful, naive, patriotic, innocent; “smitten” energy

• Amy (Female, 70) — Korean or Asian first-generation immigrant; bar/hostess owner serving older vets in Chinatown

• Daniel (Male, 22) — white-passing mixed-race Navy soldier; aggressive, volatile; tattooed look

• Therapist (Female, 40) — works with veterans; concerned, serious, with a quirky streak

• Prostitute (Female, 25–35) — blonde sex worker in early-1940s Chinatown brothels

• Old Timer Crew (Male, 60+) — regulars who gamble, grumble, and linger at the hostess bar

• Local Veteran (Male, 70) — Korean War veteran; frequents the hostess bar

• Soldiers (Male, 22+) — American soldiers exploring bars and brothels in Chinatown

• Old Lady (Female, 68) & Woman (Female, 50) — Asian street sellers; rough-around-the-edges energy

Model Casting Call

Job Description
A modeling casting is now open for new faces and experienced talent looking to book commercial, runway, fashion, editorial, and lifestyle work. This opportunity is seeking confident models who can present well in person, take direction, and bring a professional presence to castings and future bookings. Talent interested in international modeling placement is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend an in-person casting and present a polished, professional look

• Follow direction during evaluations, including walking and posing if requested

• Represent commercial, runway, editorial, or lifestyle looks based on casting needs

• Provide accurate measurements, photos, and basic details for consideration

• Communicate professionally and meet required submission steps

Requirements

• Open to new faces seeking representation and experienced professional models

• Comfortable with in-person castings and camera/industry environments

• Strong presentation, confidence, and ability to take direction

• Professional photos and/or digitals (preferred)

• Interest in commercial, runway, fashion, editorial, or lifestyle modeling

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided (varies by booking and placement)

Male Actor

Job Description
A short dramatic film is casting a male actor for a physically active lead role. This character-driven part is ideal for performers who can handle movement-heavy scenes and express emotion through action and presence. The role includes minimal dialogue, with Gaelic overdubbed in post, making strong nonverbal storytelling a key skill for this project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a short dramatic film with a strong physical performance

• Execute movement-based action and blocking with confidence and control

• Work closely with the director to shape character through body language and emotion

• Maintain continuity and performance consistency across takes

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Male actor, late 30s to early 40s

• Fair complexion with dark hair

• Athletic build and comfortable with physical action

• Ability to juggle (3-ball preferred)

• Strong on-camera presence and expressive nonverbal acting

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Supporting & Day Player Roles for Holiday TV Feature

Job Description
A holiday TV feature is casting non-union supporting and day player talent for scenes filming in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is looking for strong character actors who can bring warmth, humor, and heartfelt energy to a community-driven story. Local and regional performers are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes as a supporting or featured day player character

• Take direction from the director and work efficiently on set

• Bring authentic character choices that fit a holiday, family-friendly tone

• Collaborate with cast and crew in a professional, production-ready environment

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, blocking, and performance choices

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Must be local to Buffalo, NY or able to work as a local hire

• Strong acting skills with a natural, believable on-camera presence

• Comfortable portraying character-driven roles across a range of ages

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced set environment

Compensation

• $500/day (flat rate)

Asian Male Photo Doubles

Job Description
A feature film is hiring Asian male photo doubles for an upcoming production filming in Savannah, Georgia. This is a great on-set opportunity for performers who closely match the role descriptions and are comfortable working as a photo double. Some roles may require a professional costume fitting and a haircut arranged by the hair department before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on set as a photo double for featured scenes and setups

• Match the look, height/build, and overall appearance needed for the role

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, wardrobe, and production team

• Attend fittings as needed and be camera-ready on shoot days

• Be punctual, professional, and prepared for long filming days

Requirements

• Asian male talent who closely matches the specific photo double needs

• Availability for scheduled shoot days in Savannah, GA

• Comfortable with costume fittings (if required)

• Willing to receive a haircut from the hair department (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and strong on-set professionalism

Compensation

• $180 per shoot day

• $36 fitting pay (if applicable)

• $30 haircut bump (if applicable)

The CBS owned and operated duopoly in West Sacramento has an immediate opening for a news editor to work for CBS 13 and our independent 31.

Candidates should have a strong background in putting compelling stories together for our viewers. More than three years television news experience required. (Please do not apply if you do not have a background in television news).

Candidates should have a working knowledge of NLE platforms (GRASS VALLEY EDIUS is a plus). Candidates should be flexible enough to work morning’s, nights and weekends at a moment’s notice.  We’re looking for storytellers and team players. You must be very creative and have a passion for news. No phone calls please.

Qualifications:
•3 Years television experience editing news and special features.
•Sound journalistic judgment
•An eye for visual storytelling
•Deadline oriented
•Proficient non-linear editor.
•Excellent communications skills
•Ability to work any shift

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact [email protected].

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $18.0 – 25.0.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. [[cust_payTransSTIP]] [[cust_payTransSalesInc]]

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella.  The CBS owned and operated station in Sacramento, California is recruiting for a freelance photographer.

The CBS owned and operated duopoly in West Sacramento has an immediate opening for a freelance news photographer/editor to work on CBS 13 and our independent 31.

The ideal candidate will be able to provide the visual texture reinforcing talent’s story-telling. More than three years television news experience required. (Please do not apply if you do not have a background in television news).

Candidates should have a working knowledge of the XDCAM EX camera and GRASS VALLEY EDIUS editing systems. Candidates should have working knowledge of live trucks, bonded cellular packs and be able to travel at a moment’s notice. We are looking for storytellers and team players. You must be a very creative and have a passion for the business. No phone calls please.

Qualifications:

•3 Years television experience covering breaking news, features and sports.

•Sound journalistic judgment

•Passion for visual storytelling

•Excellent lighting skills.

•Deadline oriented

•Proficient non-linear editor.

•Experience operating microwave, bonded-cellular packs and/or satellite trucks.

•Excellent lighting skills.

•Valid driver’s License and excellent driving record required

•Excellent communications skills

•Ability to work any shift

•Occasional travel

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact [email protected].

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $27.9 – 31.46.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. [[cust_payTransSTIP]] [[cust_payTransSalesInc]]

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.