San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Light Eater – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A Sundance Indigenous Program–supported short film is casting Navajo actors for two leading roles in an intimate, character-driven story. Light Eater explores identity, control, healing, and reconnection through the lives of two women navigating adulthood in Los Angeles. This project seeks grounded, emotionally present performers for a focused, story-first production filming over two days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a narrative short film

• Deliver emotionally authentic, character-driven performances

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

• Participate fully in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Navajo performers

• Ages 30s

• Must be Los Angeles local

• Comfortable working on an independent short film production

• Roles available include:

  • Esther: A disciplined, self-controlled woman who relies on structure, routine, and prevention to maintain order in her life

  • Lucy: An emotionally open woman seeking momentum and reconnection after moving to Los Angeles

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided by production)

• Two-day shoot

Job Description
A micro-budget short film is seeking empathetic, dependable crew members for an intimate, story-driven project. NANA is a sensitive short film led by a recent graduate and is ideal for emerging filmmakers, film students, and early-career crew members looking to gain hands-on set experience, portfolio material, and festival credits. This is a collaborative production with limited shooting days and a supportive creative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Support production needs within your assigned department

• Collaborate closely with a small creative team on set

• Assist with setup, execution, and wrap during production days

• Contribute creatively and professionally to a narrative-focused short film

Requirements

• Open to non-union crew members

• Reliable, communicative, and respectful on set

• Available for a one-weekend shoot

• Local to Northern California preferred

• Crew positions available include:

  • Director of Photography / Camera

  • 1st Assistant Director

  • Gaffer / Grip

  • Sound Mixer / Boom Operator

  • Production Designer

  • Hair, Makeup & Wardrobe

  • Production Assistant

  • Studio Teacher (California-certified required)

Compensation

• Film credits (festival submissions and IMDb)

• Meals provided

• Honorarium stipend ranging from $100–$250 per day, depending on role

Job Description
A women’s evening wear retailer is hiring a full-time in-store influencer to represent its brand on camera and in person. This role is perfect for a confident, fashion-forward creator who enjoys engaging with customers, showcasing products, and creating social-first content in a retail environment. The position requires on-site work and a strong comfort level with live selling and filmed content.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging on-camera content inside the retail store

• Model and promote women’s evening wear and fashion pieces

• Interact with customers and assist with in-store sales

• Represent the brand with professionalism and enthusiasm

• Support social media and digital content initiatives

Requirements

• Experience as an influencer, content creator, or on-camera personality

• Comfortable selling products and speaking confidently on camera

• Strong interest in fashion and styling

• Ability to work full-time on-site in a retail setting

• Portfolio or examples of past content required

Compensation

• Paid full-time position

Kids Basketball Commercial – Paid Roles

Job Description
A major athletic brand is casting real basketball players for a high-energy commercial shoot. This paid opportunity is open to boys and girls who love basketball and feel confident playing on camera. No acting experience is required—just real skills, personality, and passion for the game. This project is ideal for young athletes looking to gain commercial experience and professional exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Play basketball naturally on camera during a commercial shoot
• Follow simple on-set direction from the production team
• Bring energy, confidence, and teamwork to each scene
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as needed

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 8–14
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must be a real basketball player with basic game skills
• Comfortable playing basketball on camera
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles
• No prior acting experience required

Compensation

• $750 per day session fee
• $1,500 guaranteed usage fee
• Paid non-union commercial role

Male Commercial Actor for Fast Food Brand Ad

Job Description
A fast food commercial is seeking a male actor in his 20s to 30s with natural delivery and strong comedic timing. This on-camera role calls for a grounded, authentic presence that feels conversational and relatable rather than overly polished or sales-driven. Talent must be comfortable consuming fast food during the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally on camera with a confident, engaging presence

• Deliver lines with strong comedic timing and organic energy

• Speak directly to camera in a relaxed, authentic style

• Follow creative direction while maintaining a natural tone

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–30s

• Strong on-camera presence with natural speaking ability

• Comfortable eating fast food on set

• No dietary restrictions

• Available to work in Manhattan Beach, California

Compensation

• $500 for a half-day shoot

Featured Models for Hip Hop Music Video

Job Description
A major hip hop music video is casting featured models in Los Angeles for an upcoming shoot. This opportunity is seeking standout talent with unique features and an eccentric, expressive look that pops on camera. Models of any gender and ethnicity are encouraged to apply. If you’re confident, camera-ready, and can bring bold energy to a high-profile music video set, this is a great paid featured modeling job.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured model in a hip hop music video

• Bring strong presence, personality, and visual impact to each scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Maintain a professional attitude and stay camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 21–35

• Unique features and an eccentric look encouraged

• Must be able to work in Los Angeles as a local hire

• Comfortable working on a music video set for a full shoot day

Compensation

• $575 for 8–10 hours

Job Description
A production is casting 10 female participants who have not appeared on the Zach Justice dating show before. Selected talent will take part in an on-camera dating show segment and should be comfortable being filmed, engaging naturally on camera, and following producer direction. This is a paid opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
Appear on camera as a participant in a dating show segment.
Engage naturally and confidently on camera during filmed interactions.
Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
Arrive prepared, punctual, and camera-ready for the shoot.
Requirements
Seeking female participants (10 people total).
Must not have been on the Zach Justice dating show previously.
Must be comfortable on camera and willing to be filmed in a dating-show environment.
Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow instructions on set.
Must be able to work locally in the Los Angeles area (Burbank).
Compensation
Paid opportunity (exact rate and details provided upon selection).

African-American Musicians for Church Band Scene

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking African-American musicians to appear as church band members in a Baptist church scene. This on-camera background opportunity is ideal for skilled organists, drummers, keyboardists, and guitarists who can mime along naturally and look authentic as part of a live worship band. Talent must be registered with Central Casting and available to work in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church band member on camera in a Baptist church setting

• Mime instrument performance naturally and stay in sync with scene direction

• Follow on-set cues and maintain continuity across takes

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the workday

Requirements

• African-American talent only

• Non-union submissions only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Musicians needed: organists, drummers, keyboardists, and guitarists

• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles area

Compensation

• $154 for 8 hours (non-union)

Lead Role – Male

Job Description
A non-union production is casting a male lead for a narrative-driven instructional film. This role centers on a complex character in the process of rebuilding his life after difficult past choices. The character is quiet, guarded, and principled, navigating his own sense of right and wrong while learning to reconnect with others. This is a strong dramatic acting opportunity requiring emotional depth, subtlety, and a natural on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a layered lead character with emotional honesty and depth

• Convey a wide emotional range, including grief, guilt, anger, sadness, warmth, and hope

• Deliver a grounded, natural performance that feels authentic and believable

• Work closely with the production team during rehearsals and filming days

Requirements

• Male actors, age range 28–34

• Caucasian appearance

• Blonde hair

• No visible tattoos on the upper torso

• Strong screen presence with the ability to handle dramatic material

• Must be available for multiple filming and rehearsal days

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $500 per filming day

• $250 per rehearsal day

• Gas mileage reimbursement for studio travel

• Travel and accommodations provided for out-of-state talent if cast