San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Bar Regulars Patrons – SAG-AFTRA Featured Background Role 

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA production is seeking male and female actors to portray bar regular patrons in a branded content web series, Golden Gai. This is a featured background role, requiring individuals with distinct character faces and the ability to blend naturally into a lively bar atmosphere. Filming will take place in North Hollywood, Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar regular in a Japanese-style bar setting.
• Follow direction and engage naturally in background interactions.
• Maintain an authentic, relaxed presence to enhance the realism of the scene.

Requirements

• Gender: Male and Female
• Age: 30-65
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities
• Appearance: Unique character faces and expressive personalities are a plus
• SAG-AFTRA membership required
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles (North Hollywood) – no travel or accommodations provided
• Availability: Must be available for at least one of the scheduled filming dates (Monday 3/3, Tuesday 3/4, or Wednesday 3/5)

Compensation

• Rate: $162 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Work on a professionally produced web series
• Opportunity to be featured in a high-profile SAG-AFTRA project

Casting Call: Japanese Bar Patrons – SAG-AFTRA Featured Background Role

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA production is seeking male and female actors to portray Japanese bar patrons in a branded content web series, Golden Gai. This is a featured background role, requiring individuals with distinct character faces to bring authenticity to the setting. Filming will take place in North Hollywood, Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in a lively Japanese-style setting.
• Follow direction and engage naturally in background interactions.
• Maintain an authentic and expressive presence that enhances the scene’s atmosphere.

Requirements

• Gender: Male and Female
• Age: 21-65
• Ethnicity: Must be able to portray Japanese
• Appearance: Interesting character faces are a plus
• SAG-AFTRA membership required
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles (North Hollywood) – no travel or accommodations provided
• Availability: Must be available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Rate: $162 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Work on a professionally produced web series
• Opportunity to be featured in a high-profile SAG-AFTRA project

Casting Call: Businessman – SAG-AFTRA Featured Background Role 

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA production is seeking a professional and polished male actor to portray a businessman in a branded content web series, Golden Gai. This is a featured background role, requiring an upscale, conservative look with a professional business suit. Filming will take place in North Hollywood, Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high-level businessman in a corporate or upscale setting.
• Maintain a polished, professional demeanor throughout filming.
• Follow on-set direction and bring a refined presence to the role.
• Be available for both scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Gender: Male
• Age: 40s-50s
• Ethnicity: White
• Appearance: Conservative, upscale, professional
• Wardrobe: Must provide your own professional business suit
• SAG-AFTRA membership required
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles (North Hollywood) – no travel or accommodations provided
• Availability: Must be available for both filming dates

Compensation

• Rate: $162 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Work on a professionally produced web series
• Opportunity to be featured in a high-profile SAG-AFTRA project

Casting Call: Influencer’s Assistant – SAG-AFTRA Featured Background Role ($162/8hrs)

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA production is seeking a confident and stylish female actor to portray an Influencer’s Assistant in a new branded content web series, Golden Gai. This is a featured background role in an upscale setting, requiring strong on-camera presence and a fashionable, professional appearance. Filming will take place in North Hollywood, Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a trendy, confident assistant to a social media influencer.
• Maintain a stylish, polished look that fits the upscale environment.
• Follow on-set direction and engage naturally in scenes requiring high energy and poise.
• Be available for the entire scheduled shoot day.

Requirements

• Gender: Female
• Age: 20s
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities
• Appearance: Attractive, confident, hip, and stylish
• SAG-AFTRA membership required
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles (North Hollywood) – no travel or accommodations provided
• Availability: Must have a full-day open schedule for the shoot

Compensation

• Rate: $162 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Work on a professionally produced web series
• Opportunity for exposure in a high-profile setting

Casting Call: Models for Paid Event in Los Angeles ($350/6hrs)

Job Description
A high-energy event in Los Angeles is seeking model types with a fun and outgoing personality to participate in an exciting paid opportunity. This role requires confidence, great energy, and a willingness to perform light, coordinated dance moves. If you have a friend interested, you are encouraged to submit together!

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a high-profile event in a dynamic and energetic setting.
• Engage with the audience and perform simple, fun dance moves.
• Bring confidence and enthusiasm to the role while maintaining professionalism.
• Work closely with the event team to ensure a coordinated and visually engaging experience.

Requirements

• Gender: Female
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles, CA, or willing to work as a local hire.
• Personality: Must have a fun, outgoing nature and be comfortable performing in front of a crowd.
• Coordination: Ability to follow simple, choreographed movements.
• Availability: Must be fully available for the scheduled event.

Compensation

• Rate: $350 for up to 6 hours.
• Payment: Paid at wrap.
• Opportunity to work alongside a professional entertainment team.

Casting Call: Background Talent for Major Returning TV Series (Paid Roles)

Job Description
A major returning TV series is seeking background actors for restaurant scenes set in both interior and exterior locations. This exciting opportunity is filming in Burbank and requires individuals who are comfortable working evening and night shoots. Casting is looking for various restaurant staff and patrons to bring authenticity to the setting. Full-day availability is required as call times and wrap times are unpredictable.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic restaurant patrons and staff in a high-profile TV series.
• Be available for potential night shoots and extended filming hours.
• Follow on-set directions and maintain character continuity.

Requirements

• Must be available for a full day of filming.
• Comfortable working late hours if needed.
• Must fit the role description and be professional on set.
• For patrons with autos: No red or white cars.

Roles Available

• Patrons with cars (no red or white vehicles).
• Servers.
• Busboys.
• Line cooks.
• Hostesses.

Compensation

• Non-Union: $140 for 8 hours.
• SAG-AFTRA (Paid Up): $216 for 8 hours.

Casting Call for Elite Football Players – Sports Drink Commercial

Job Description
A major SAG-AFTRA commercial is looking for elite male football players to appear in an upcoming sports drink campaign. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase athletic skills in a high-energy production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform football-related actions such as passing, running, and tackling on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team for dynamic action shots.
• Maintain a strong physical presence and high energy throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with other athletes and crew members.

Requirements

• Male athletes, age 18 and older.
• Must have elite-level football experience.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding football movements on camera.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming date.

Compensation

• Pays between $428 – $783 (SAG-AFTRA rates apply).
• Exposure in a national sports drink commercial.

Store Clerk Role in Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is looking for a male actor to portray a dedicated store clerk. This character is an all-American working man, aged 60-80, who should have retired years ago but continues to work the department store floor. In this role, the clerk interacts with three band members as they come to life as dolls, causing him frustration and confusion.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an elderly store clerk working in a department store
• React naturally to unusual events unfolding in the store
• Interact with cast members while maintaining character

Requirements

• Male, ages 60-80
• Must be a local hire (no travel covered)
• Comfortable taking direction in a dynamic music video setting

Compensation

• $300 per day
• Two-day shoot in Los Angeles

Casting Background Talent for TV Series – Dystopian Community Roles

Job Description
A TV series is seeking non-union background actors to portray unique individuals in a dystopian community. The production is looking for new faces who have not previously worked on the project. This is a great opportunity for those interested in immersive world-building and professional on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in a dystopian-themed TV series
• Work with the costume department to ensure proper wardrobe fitting
• Follow directions from the production team to create an authentic environment
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 25+
• Must have short, natural hair color
• No visible tattoos
• Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S. and have proper I-9 verification documents
• Must be non-union
• Full availability for the scheduled shoot and costume fitting
• Submit recent photos that reflect the casting look (no professional headshots)

Compensation

• $140 for 8 hours (non-union rate)
• $35 for costume fitting (2 hours)
• Professional experience in a high-quality TV production

Casting 1-Year-Old Triplets for HBO Series

Job Description
A major HBO returning series is seeking 1-year-old triplets for a heavily featured background role. This is a fantastic opportunity for young talent to be part of a high-profile television production. The selected triplets will portray a child in an elevator scene and must be comfortable on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured background character in a returning HBO series
• Work in a controlled and professional filming environment
• Follow on-set directions from the production team
• Be accompanied by a guardian at all times

Requirements

• Identical or fraternal triplets around 1 year old
• Comfortable in a filming environment
• Guardian must be present on set
• Located in or able to work as a local hire in Burbank, CA

Compensation

• $1,000 per child
• Professional experience on a major television production
• On-set accommodations for child actors and guardians