San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Freelance Casting Assistants

Job Description
A Los Angeles-based casting company is expanding its roster of freelance casting assistants. This opportunity is ideal for organized, detail-oriented professionals with a passion for casting, fashion, and production.

Casting assistants will support ongoing projects, help manage submissions, coordinate talent communications, and assist with day-to-day production needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced creative environment and enjoy multitasking, this freelance casting opportunity could be a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with managing casting submissions and databases

• Communicate with talent and production teams

• Support casting sessions and project coordination

• Maintain organized records and schedules

• Handle administrative tasks related to casting projects

Requirements

• Based in Los Angeles

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong time management abilities

• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly

• Passion for casting, fashion, and production

• Prior experience in casting or production preferred

Compensation

• Freelance casting assistant opportunity

• Professional industry experience

• Networking opportunities in film, fashion, and production

• Resume-building casting credits

Teen & Senior Model Team – Bay Area Photography Campaign

Job Description
A Bay Area photography studio is now accepting applications for its 2027 Teen & Senior Model Team. This exclusive model team opportunity is designed for high school seniors and teens who want to represent a professional portrait brand through creative photo shoots, confidence-building experiences, and memorable campaigns.

Casting directors are selecting a small group of Class of 2027 seniors and teens entering 8th–11th grade who enjoy being in front of the camera and want to be part of a fun, inspiring model team. This is a great opportunity for aspiring teen models to gain professional photography experience while building confidence and personal brand presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in creative portrait photo shoots

• Represent the photography brand as part of the 2027 model team

• Engage in promotional campaigns and styled sessions

• Bring energy, personality, and confidence to shoots

• Collaborate with the creative team on unique concepts

Requirements

• Class of 2027 high school seniors

• Teens entering 8th–11th grade

• Based in the Bay Area, California

• Comfortable in front of the camera

• Involved in school, extracurriculars, clubs, sports, or creative activities

• Excited to be part of a fun and unique team experience

Compensation

• Professional portrait sessions

• Portfolio-building photography experience

• Confidence-building and creative opportunities

• Chance to represent a professional photography brand

Model & UGC Creator Photographer for Beauty Brand

Job Description
A beauty brand is now hiring Los Angeles-based models, UGC creators, and photographers for an upcoming brand shoot. This paid opportunity is perfect for creative talent experienced in beauty content creation, lifestyle photography, and social media marketing.

Casting directors are building a roster of diverse male and female models and content creators, ages 24–40, for a UGC-style beauty campaign. Talent should be comfortable filming educational videos, participating in trending content, and collaborating directly with the creative team. Experience working with beauty brands is a plus.

The shoot will take place in Los Angeles, CA, with availability needed for late March through early April.

Job Responsibilities

• Create UGC-style beauty content for social media

• Model skincare or beauty products on camera

• Film scripted educational videos and trend-based content

• Capture high-quality photography if selected as photographer

• Collaborate closely with the creative and marketing team

Requirements

• Ages 24–40

• All genders, sizes, skin tones, and backgrounds encouraged to apply

• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA

• Comfortable filming UGC-style content

• Available weekdays, weekends, and daytime as needed

• Experience with beauty brands preferred

Compensation

• Paid beauty brand shoot opportunity

• Professional portfolio-building experience

• Potential for ongoing collaborations

• Exposure in a beauty-focused social media campaign

Dog Owners and Their Dogs for Pet Store Commercial

Job Description
A pet store commercial is now casting real dog owners and their dogs in Los Angeles for a paid video campaign introducing a new dog food brand. Production is seeking authentic pet parents with strong lifestyle alignment and a genuine bond with their dogs.

This commercial will highlight the real connection between owner and pet, showcasing daily routines, shared passions, and how nutrition supports an active lifestyle. Casting directors are looking for compelling real-life stories that naturally connect energy, wellness, and companionship.

This is a one-day shoot between April 6–12. Local Los Angeles talent only. No travel provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera with your dog in a lifestyle-focused commercial
• Share authentic moments that reflect your real relationship
• Participate in light lifestyle activities that represent your daily routine
• Follow direction from the commercial production team
• Provide a self-tape if requested

Requirements

• Must be a real dog owner with a strong, authentic bond
• Based in Los Angeles (locals only)
• Open to sharing your real story and lifestyle
• Dogs must not be brachycephalic breeds (no pugs, bulldogs, or French bulldogs)
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Available for one shoot day

Examples of Ideal Candidates

• Farmers or ranchers who work alongside their dog
• Owners of working dogs (herding, therapy, service, etc.)
• Couples who met because of their dogs
• Surfers or ocean lovers with active dogs
• Chefs or food lovers who value quality ingredients
• First responders or officers with K9 partners
• Any unique story that connects lifestyle and pet wellness

Compensation

• $1,500 (plus 20% agency fee if applicable)
• Paid commercial campaign
• One-day shoot commitment
• Professional exposure in a pet brand campaign

Dan – Lead Male Role for Romance Drama Short Film

Job Description
A non-union romance drama short film is casting the lead male role of Dan for an upcoming production in Los Angeles, California. This paid acting opportunity offers a $250 flat rate for a 2–3 day shoot.

The story follows a grieving young writer who begins an unexpected affair, forcing her to confront deep emotional fears. Dan is a key character in this romance drama, serving as a steady, emotionally grounded presence in the narrative.

Casting directors are seeking an East Asian male in his 30s–40s who can portray calm strength, emotional intelligence, and quiet confidence. Dan is perceptive and introspective, with a stillness that contrasts the emotional intensity of the female lead. Strong subtle acting skills and the ability to communicate depth through minimal dialogue are essential.

This is a strong opportunity for actors looking to build dramatic film credits in an intimate, character-driven short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead male character in a romance drama short film

• Deliver a nuanced, emotionally layered performance

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast

• Be available for 2–3 consecutive shoot days

• Participate in rehearsals if scheduled

Requirements

• East Asian male

• Ages 30s–40s

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable with emotionally intimate scenes

• Must be local to Los Angeles, CA

• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $250 flat rate for 2–3 shoot days

• Lead role credit in a romance drama short film

• Professional film experience

College Professors for Educational Tech Video

Job Description
An educational technology video is casting college professors in the San Francisco Bay Area for a paid, non-union project. Production is seeking adults ages 20 and older of all genders and ethnicities who can authentically portray real professors on camera.

Casting directors are looking for individuals with a credible academic presence and strong communication skills. Talent must be local to the SF Bay Area, as this project will film locally over one scheduled shoot day.

This is a great opportunity for educators or professionals with a professor look to gain paid on-camera experience in an educational tech production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor in an educational tech video

• Deliver natural, confident on-camera presence

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for one scheduled filming day

Requirements

• Adults ages 20+

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area

• Comfortable speaking and appearing on camera

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $2,000 flat rate

• One-day filming commitment

• Professional educational video credit

Japanese Teachers for Educational Tech Video

Job Description
An educational technology company is casting Japanese teachers for a paid video project filming in San Francisco. Casting directors are seeking adults ages 25 and older of Japanese heritage who speak conversational Japanese.

This educational tech video will highlight authentic educators who can confidently communicate in Japanese on camera. The production is looking for real teachers who currently teach or have experience teaching and can naturally discuss language learning and classroom experiences.

This is a high-paying opportunity for Japanese teachers looking to gain professional on-camera experience while representing their language and culture in an educational setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an educational technology video

• Speak conversational Japanese on camera

• Share insights about teaching or language learning

• Follow direction from the production team

• Participate in a one-day filming session

Requirements

• Ages 25+

• Japanese heritage

• Must speak conversational Japanese

• Teaching experience required

• Submit recent full-length and close-up photos

• Provide brief details about classes taught

Compensation

• $2,000 for one-day filming

• Travel stipend if applicable

• Professional educational video credit

Japanese Teen Actors for Educational Tech Video

Job Description
An educational tech company is casting Japanese teens for a paid video project filming in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Casting directors are seeking teens ages 13–17 of Japanese heritage who speak conversational Japanese.

This educational technology video will feature authentic, confident teens who can naturally communicate in Japanese on camera. The production is looking for real students who feel comfortable speaking about their experiences and participating in a professionally filmed project.

This is a high-paying opportunity for Japanese teen actors or students looking to gain on-camera experience while representing their language and culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an educational tech video project

• Speak conversational Japanese on camera

• Follow direction from the production team

• Participate in a one-day filming session

Requirements

• Ages 13–17

• Japanese heritage

• Must speak conversational Japanese

• Any gender welcome

• Submit recent full-length and close-up photos

• Parent or guardian submission required for minors

Compensation

• $1,500 for one-day filming

• Travel stipend if applicable

• Professional video production experience

Job Description

A powerful short film titled He is seeking crew members for an upcoming production based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. The film centers on a trans man’s journey toward self-acceptance and explores themes of identity, resilience, and hope.

The production is prioritizing trans and queer crew members; however, all qualified professionals are welcome to submit. The project will film over three days in early April and is currently fundraising.

Job Responsibilities

Assistant Camera (AC)

• Support the Director of Photography

• Maintain and manage camera equipment

• Assist with lens changes, focus pulling, and setup

Key Grip

• Oversee grip department operations

• Set up and adjust rigging and lighting support equipment

• Ensure on-set safety and proper equipment handling

Boom Operator / Sound Mixer

• Capture high-quality production audio

• Operate boom microphone and manage sound recording equipment

• Monitor and adjust audio levels during filming

Requirements

• Prior on-set experience in the respective role

• Ability to work collaboratively in a short film production environment

• Professional equipment knowledge relevant to position

• Availability for a three-day shoot

• Trans and queer crew members encouraged to apply

Compensation Details

• Paid crew positions

• Rates based on experience and submitted rate sheet

• Three-day shoot

Women for Major Beauty Brand Ad Campaign

Job Description
A major beauty brand is casting women in Los Angeles for a paid advertising campaign photographed by a legendary photographer. This beauty campaign casting call is seeking women with unconventional features to celebrate individuality, authenticity, and diverse beauty.

Casting directors are looking for women of all ethnicities and sizes (18+) who confidently embrace unique traits such as gap teeth, freckles, vitiligo, beauty marks, bushy brows, unibrows, differently abled features, and other distinctive characteristics. The campaign aims to highlight real, bold beauty through powerful, close-up imagery.

This is a high-paying modeling opportunity for talent ready to represent inclusive beauty in a major brand advertisement.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for a professional beauty brand photo shoot
• Showcase natural features confidently in front of the camera
• Take creative direction from the photographer and production team
• Participate in close-up beauty shots

Requirements

• Women based in Los Angeles
• Open to all ethnicities and body sizes (18+)
• Must have unconventional or distinctive features
• Comfortable with professional beauty photography

Compensation

• Paid beauty brand ad campaign
• Work with a renowned photographer
• Major brand exposure