San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Multiple BG & Supporting Roles for Short Film/Music Video featuring Hip-Hop Legends (Filming in LA)

Job Details: We are casting for a short film/music video featuring two iconic hip-hop legends. The project will be shot in Los Angeles from 8th August to 15th August.

Job Responsibilities: Selected candidates will be cast as background (BG) or supporting roles in various scenes for the short film/music video. Each part will have its unique presence, contributing to the overall aesthetic and storytelling of the project.

Requirements:

• All ethnicities are welcome to audition.
• For specific roles, we are looking for individuals who fit the following descriptions:
  1. Asian women with cool-colored hair.
  2. Indian women who are 5’9″ or taller and have a petite build.
  3. Plus-sized individuals of any gender.
  4. White men aged 30 years or older.
  5. People with a “hip” and trendy appearance.
  6. Men with tattoos.
  7. Skateboarders with experience.
  8. African American boys.
  9. Asian boys.

Compensation Details:

• Selected candidates will be compensated for background roles at $150 per 10-hour day.
• Supporting roles will receive a rate of $200 per 10-hour day.
• The filming will take place over multiple days, and specific shooting schedules will be communicated to successful applicants.

Note: Please be aware that this is a professional production, and all roles require punctuality, professionalism, and cooperation on set.

Casting Call: Honest Renovations- Streaming Series

Job Detail: Attention all LA parents and homeowners! We are casting for a new streaming series, HONEST RENOVATIONS, featuring the talented duo Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis. Suppose your family has outgrown your living space due to a recent significant change. In that case, this is the perfect opportunity for you to receive top-notch renovations and expert design advice from our excellent hosts. In each episode, Jessica and Lizzy will work their magic to transform houses into dream homes, catering to the unique needs and preferences of the families involved.

Job Responsibilities: Selected families will be part of the HONEST RENOVATIONS show and will have the chance to collaborate with Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis on their home transformation journey. The responsibilities include:

1. Collaborating with the hosts to articulate your family’s specific renovation needs and desires.
2. Provide honest and constructive feedback during the renovation to ensure the final design aligns with your vision.
3. Participating in interviews and sharing personal stories about the life changes that have led to the need for renovation.
4. Filming on-site during the renovation period for a limited duration (per the shooting schedule).
5. Engaging with the production team and maintaining open communication.

Requirements:

• Must be a homeowner residing in Los Angeles or its surrounding areas.
• Must be a parent (either a single parent, couple, or extended family) with at least one child.
• The family should have experienced a recent, significant life change that has resulted in the need for a home renovation (e.g., welcoming a new family member, changing family dynamics, etc.).
• Must be enthusiastic, open-minded, and willing to collaborate with the hosts and production team throughout the renovation.
• Availability for shooting and renovation work during specific dates (to be communicated after selection).

Compensation:

• As compensation for being featured on HONEST RENOVATIONS, selected families will receive the following:
  • A complete home renovation customized to meet your family’s needs (up to a specified budget).
  • Design expertise and consultation from Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis.
  • A chance to be part of an exciting and heartwarming streaming series.
  • The opportunity to share your unique story and inspire others.

Our client are seeking a skilled and creative Part-Time Remote Video Editor to join our team, working exclusively for one prominent influencer within the fashion and lifestyle industry. As the Video Editor, you will play a crucial role in curating captivating and engaging video content for the influencer’s social media channels, helping to elevate their online presence and connect with their audience.

Responsibilities:

• Video Editing: Use your expertise in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) to craft visually stunning and on-brand video content that aligns with the influencer’s style and persona.
• Social Media Content: Collaborate closely with the influencer to understand their vision and preferences, ensuring that each video is tailored to specific social media platforms, such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more.
• Brand Consistency: Maintain consistency in video style, voice, and branding throughout all content, while also staying up-to-date with the latest trends and industry best practices.
• Storytelling: Utilize your storytelling abilities to create compelling narratives that captivate the audience and deliver the influencer’s message effectively.
• Video Optimization: Optimize videos for various platforms, considering aspect ratios, video lengths, and audience preferences to maximize engagement.
• Quick Turnaround: Be responsive and capable of meeting tight deadlines, as the influencer’s content may require rapid editing and posting.
• Communication: Stay in constant communication with the influencer and their team, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.
• Feedback and Revisions: Be open to feedback and make necessary revisions to the video content as requested by the influencer, refining the final product to meet their expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in video editing with a strong portfolio showcasing social media and influencer content, particularly in the fashion and lifestyle niche for IG Reels, TikTok, and YouTube
• Proficient in Video Editing Software: Solid proficiency in industry-standard video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or other comparable tools.
• Fashion and Social Media Savvy: A deep understanding of the latest fashion trends, social media practices, and influencer culture is essential to curate relevant and trendy content.
• Creativity and Attention to Detail: An imaginative approach to video editing, combined with a keen eye for detail, ensures each video is visually appealing and polished

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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Job description

TAVO Media Group is a full-service advertising, marketing, and public relations agency, headquartered in San Diego, California, supporting brands and organizations across a wide array of industries and verticals. TAVO manages brand development, strategy, and execution of full-scale, multichannel campaigns for its clients.

The ideal candidate is a proactive individual, with well-developed critical thinking skills who is able to process, react to, and solve problems in a timely manner as they arise. We are looking for a part-time Project Manager who can commit 30 hours to TAVO weekly with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position.

The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Capture and understand business goals, motivations, and constraints to define and initiate projects. Manage projects from kickoff to completion by managing workflow, creating timelines, and tracking and reporting on progress
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation including task assignments, status reports, timelines, milestones, resource plans, risks, and deliverables
• Schedule, attend and recap meetings and reviews, distribute notes to team members and project stakeholders identifying next steps and associated timing
• Oversee the scheduling and coordination of creative assets for advertising campaigns across multiple media channels, including digital, print, broadcast, and social media.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather and review creative assets, ensuring they meet the necessary specifications and requirements for each media platform.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive traffic schedule, tracking the status of each creative asset from development to final delivery.
• Coordinate with external vendors and media partners to ensure seamless integration of creative materials into their respective platforms.
• Conduct thorough reviews of creative assets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams regarding the status of creative assets and their delivery timelines.
• Facilitate effective communication between various stakeholders, including account managers, and designers.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and optimize traffic management processes, suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Proactively seek feedback from team members and stakeholders to identify potential bottlenecks or areas for improvement.

Experience Needed

• Agency Experience 5 – 7 years of experience in a Project Management role
• Technical project management (website design, content population, launch management) a must
• Experience with Design, Print, Email, Social, and Search Engines
• Knowledge of creative asset specifications, file formats, and best practices for various media channels.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Knowledge of campaign management (Social, Search, Display, and Video)
• Experience with Project Management tools (Asana, Airtable, Smartsheet, ClickUp)

TAVO Media Group

TMZ is seeking a Digital Video Producer to join a growing team in the production of short-form video content for its various distribution channels. This includes producing content aligned with breaking news stories, developing new and innovative video ideas aligned with the TMZ brand, and contributing to the creative content role across TMZ’s social platforms. This position is based in Playa Vista, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Produce and edit daily shows for Snapchat, Tik-Tok, YouTube, and Instagram
• Utilize analytics to review trends and produce for upcoming shows
• Assist with production of breaking news videos that accompany editorial
• Manage the video production cycle through production, post production and publishing
• Work with key departments to plan and execute production of daily video needs
• Confidently pitch and present new video ideas, syndication strategy, and identify and develop new programming opportunities

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience creating and editing original video content
• Adept at YouTube development, optimization, and overall channel management and growth
• Experience using social platforms such as Snapchat and TikTok
• Solid knowledge of celebrity and pop culture
• Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite and proficient with After Effects
• Experience with script writing and storyboarding is a plus
• Demonstrated self-starter, team oriented and possesses the ability to thrive in a fast paced newsroom
• Boundless energy and a great attitude

“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $65,000 – $71,000 annually”.

TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TMZ

Now Casting: Open Call for Real Kids in Los Angeles

Job Details: We are holding an open casting call for a well-known clothing brand and seeking real kids aged 11 to 16 to feature in an upcoming shoot. This is a fantastic opportunity for young talent to showcase their unique personalities and styles in a high-profile campaign.

Job Responsibilities: Selected kids will participate in a fun and creative photo and video shoot for the clothing brand. The goal is to capture the essence of each child’s individuality and showcase a diverse range of personalities and styles. Whether you’re a jock, tomboy, cool kid, emo, skater, theater enthusiast, intellectual, surfer, or anything in between – we welcome all types of kids to audition!

Requirements:

1. Age Range: 11 to 16 years old (must fall within this age bracket as of the shooting date).
2. Location: Applicants must be based in Los Angeles or the surrounding areas, as the shoot will occur in the city.
3. Diversity: We strongly encourage kids of all ethnicities, backgrounds, and sizes to apply – we celebrate individuality and want to showcase a diverse group of talent.

Compensation Details: This is a paid opportunity, and selected kids will receive a competitive compensation package for participating in the shoot. Additionally, you will gain valuable experience working with a well-known clothing brand and the chance to be featured in their promotional materials.

Shooting Date: The photo and video shoot will occur on August 8th. Please ensure you are available on this date before applying.

Casting Call: Multiple BG & Supporting Roles for Short Film/Music Video Ft 2 Hip Hop Legends filming in LA

Job Detail: We are casting for various background (BG) and supporting roles for an exciting short film/music video featuring two iconic hip-hop legends. The project will be filmed in Los Angeles from 11th August to 15th August. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in a high-profile production and showcase your talent on a captivating project.

Job Responsibilities: As a background or supporting actor, you will be an essential part of the scenes, creating the ambiance and enhancing the storytelling of the film/music video. Specific responsibilities may vary based on the roles assigned, but overall, you will contribute to the visual and thematic elements of the project through your performance.

Requirements: We welcome applicants from all ethnicities and backgrounds to audition for the roles. Please note that for certain parts, specific attributes are required:

1. Asian women with relaxed, colored hair: Must be of Asian descent and have vibrant, cool-colored hair (e.g., blue, purple, green, etc.).

2. Indian women 5’9″+ and petite: Must be of Indian descent, 5’9″ or taller, and have a small frame.

3. Plus-sized people: All genders and ethnicities who identify as plus-sized are encouraged to audition.

4. White men aged 30+: Must be Caucasian men aged 30 years or above.

5. “Hip” people: Looking for individuals who exude a trendy and stylish aura.

6. Men with tattoos: All genders and ethnicities must have visible tattoos.

7. Skateboarders: Seeking skilled skateboarders to showcase their talent in the film/music video.

8. African American boys: Young boys of African American descent for specific roles.

9. Asian Boys: Young boys of Asian descent for specific roles.

Please come prepared to embody the character traits and attributes relevant to the role you are auditioning for. Prior acting experience is optional, but enthusiasm and commitment are essential.

Compensation Details: Selected actors will receive payment daily, between $150 and $200, for every 10 hours of filming. Additionally, meals and refreshments will be provided on set.

Note: This casting call is open to applicants aged 18 and above.

Casting Call: American Idol

Job Detail: We are thrilled to announce that American Idol is now casting for its upcoming season! We are searching for extraordinary singers between the ages of 15 and 28 with outstanding vocal talent, exceptional stage presence, and the potential to become the next music superstar.

Job Responsibilities: As a contestant on American Idol, you can showcase your singing abilities on a national stage. Throughout the competition, you will be evaluated by a panel of expert judges and receive constructive feedback to help you grow as an artist. Each week, you will perform various songs, and your performances will be critiqued based on vocal prowess, song choice, and overall stage presence. As you progress, you will have the chance to work with renowned music industry mentors, gain exposure to millions of viewers, and compete for the title of the next American Idol.

Requirements:

• You must be a talented and passionate singer between 15 and 28 as of the application deadline.
• Legal residency in the United States is mandatory to participate.
• You should be available for auditions, rehearsals, and filming during the specified shooting schedule.
• Applicants under 18 must have parental or legal guardian consent.

Compensation: Participation in American Idol offers an unparalleled opportunity for exposure and career advancement in the music industry. While there is no fixed monetary compensation for contestants, the winner will receive a record deal and various other prizes, which may include cash awards, equipment, and promotional opportunities.

RUSH STANDS IN THE CASTING CALL

We’re seeking a stand-in for a rush casting assignment with specific physical attributes. This individual will be a stand-in for an African American actor for a commercial shoot. The role requires someone who closely matches the following specifications:

Job Details:

• Role: Stand-In
• Project Type: Commercial
• Union Status: Non-union
• Casting Date: July 31st

Job Responsibilities: The selected stand-in will work closely with the production team to mimic the physical characteristics of the lead actor. They will be on set to help the crew set up lighting, camera angles and perform various blocking and rehearsal tasks. The stand-in must closely match the height, chest size, shoe size, inseam, and neck size of the actor they are replacing. Additionally, the stand-in should have a clean, trimmed, or buzzed head with a beard to match the appearance of the lead actor.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: African American
• Height: 6’3″ to 6’5″
• Chest Size: 41″ to 45″
• Shoe Size: 13 to 15
• Inseam: 30″ to 32″
• Neck Size: 15″ to 16″
• Appearance: Cleaned up, buzzed head and beard (facial hair)

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $800 per 10-hour day (plus overtime if applicable)
• Payment Terms: Payment will be made promptly after completing the assignment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the specified physical characteristics to play an essential role in commercial production. Please ensure you meet all the requirements and can commit to the casting date before applying.

Short Film Casting Search: Norma Peña – 57-Year-Old Latinx Character with Disability

Job Detail: Carla Hool Casting seeks talented actors for an upcoming Short Film Project. This casting call is open to Los Angeles local hires only.

Job Responsibilities: The selected actor will portray the character of [Norma Peña], a 57-year-old Latinx woman affected by polio since her youth. Despite facing physical challenges, she has maintained incredible resilience and determination. The role involves embodying the essence of Norma’s journey, from her academic achievements to losing her devoted sister. The actor should be able to deliver a compelling and authentic performance that resonates with the character’s experiences.

Requirements:

1. Age: 57 (flexibility on age if the actor convincingly portrays the character).
2. Ethnicity: Latinx.
3. Physical Disability: We are specifically looking for actors with any physical disability, as authentic representation is paramount for this role.
4. Acting Experience: Previous acting experience is desirable but optional. Passion and commitment to the character’s portrayal are essential.

Compensation Details: The selected actor will receive a competitive compensation rate according to the Minimum SAG-AFTRA SPA (Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists Short Project Agreement).

Shoot Dates: The shoot is scheduled from September 7th to September 10th, 2023.

We are committed to inclusive and diverse casting practices and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to audition. To apply, please submit your headshot, acting resume, and a brief cover letter expressing your interest in the [Norma Peña] role. Be sure to highlight any relevant experience or personal connection to the character’s journey.

Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to reviewing your submissions and meeting talented actors who can bring [Norma Peña] to life in this impactful Short Film.