San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Actors for Various Roles in a Nonprofit-Focused Short Film

Job Details: We are casting for a poignant short film produced in association with Carecen & CBS Pipeline Challenge, which tells the story of Jacinto, an undocumented migrant worker who faces numerous challenges while seeking a better life through the aid of a local nonprofit organization. We are looking for talented actors to fill both leading and supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character in a truthful and compelling manner.
• Collaborate with the director and other actors to bring the script to life.
• Participate in rehearsals as scheduled.
• Be available for filming on the shoot dates.

Requirements:

• For the role of Jacinto (Lead): Male, mid-20s, gay, brown, indigenous Guatemalan. Must be bilingual in Spanish and English, and know how to ride a bike.
• For the role of Tomas (Support): Male, early/mid-20s, gay, brown, indigenous Guatemalan. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• For the role of Doña Juana (Support): Female, 50s-60s, Latina. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• For the role of Anthony (Support): Male, mid-30s, white, presenting Latino. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• For the role of Carlos (Support): Male, 40s, Latino. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• For the role of Sara (Support): Female, early 30s, Latina. Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• For the role of Julio (Support): Male, 30s-40s, open ethnicity. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Additional skills such as the ability to convey emotional depth, experience with physical acting, and improvisational skills are a plus.

Compensation:

• This is a paid position. Rates are competitive and will be disclosed upon application.

Casting Call: Participants for Medical Awareness Public Service Announcement (PSA)

Job Description: We are seeking individuals for a Los Angeles-based Medical Awareness Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign. The focus of this PSA is to increase public understanding and awareness of opioid addiction. Participants will be sharing their personal stories of struggle and recovery to help educate the community and provide hope to others facing similar challenges.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in video or photo shoots for the PSA campaign.
• Share your personal journey dealing with opioid addiction, including the challenges faced and the path to recovery.
• Work cooperatively with the production team to capture authentic and impactful narratives.
• Be prepared to answer interview questions on camera and potentially engage in multiple takes for the best outcome.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Individuals of any gender and ethnicity are encouraged to apply.
• Must have personally struggled with opioid addiction in the past.
• Willingness to openly share your story with the public.
• Must be able to provide a signed release form allowing your image and story to be used for the PSA.
• Available to attend filming in Los Angeles (please note if you need to travel, arrangements must be discussed with the production team beforehand).

Compensation: Participants will receive a flat rate of $2,500 for their contribution to the PSA campaign. This compensation is intended to cover the time spent in filming and any incidental expenses related to participation.

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• LISA: Female, Caucasian, 25-30ish
• PAT: Female, Hispanic, 30-40ish
• SARA: Female, Black, 40ish
• JANICE: Female, Asian, 50ish
• RICK: Male, Middle Eastern, 25-30ish
• JOHN: Male, Black, 30-40ish
• SAM: Male, Caucasian, 30ish
• MARK: Male, Asian, 35-40
• DAVE: Male, Caucasian, 40ish
• DON: Male, Hispanic, 50ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• DAVE: Male, Caucasian, 40ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• MARK: Male, Asian, 35-40

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• SAM: Male, Caucasian, 30ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• JOHN: Male, Black, 30-40ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• RICK: Male, Middle Eastern, 25-30ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• JANICE: Female, Asian, 50ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).

Castiing Call: Actors for Internal Training Videos

Job Description: We are seeking diverse, talented, non-union actors to fill various roles in a series of internal training videos. This project will be filmed in Northern California, and we are looking for individuals who are locally based or willing to travel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying a character in internal training videos with authenticity and engagement.
• Learning scripts and taking direction from the director and other film staff.
• Participating in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Collaborating with other actors and staff to ensure a smooth production process.
• Being punctual and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Roles:

• SARA: Female, Black, 40ish

Requirements:

• Must be a non-union actor.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the set location in Northern California.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be available for filming in mid-February.
• Must be comfortable with potentially long shooting days.
• Ability to memorize lines and take direction well.

Compensation:

• $750 + 20% for agency fees (if applicable).