San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Little Dot Studios is a digital content studio and broadcaster, specializing in distribution and monetization of video content across YouTube and all social platforms, as well as production of original and brand-funded video content. We manage YouTube channels and social video for over 100 global TV brands, from Gordon Ramsay to Warner Bros. We also produce original and branded video content, and have launched several award-winning branded campaigns. We have offices in London and Los Angeles.

We are recruiting for a Senior Channel Manager to join the team to work on leading a team managing YouTube channels and social video platforms on behalf of our clients, and across a range of verticals. This will cover senior account and client management, general video production needs, and all the day-to-day operations of the channels/platforms and working with channel managers, editors, coordinators and designers to help create video content. We are looking for a Senior Channel Manager who is an expert in all things YouTube, enthusiastic and passionate about creating content, and who can become a key senior member of the Little Dot Studios team. All applicants should be able to show demonstrable interest in online video and social media, and experience in building and maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing a team of YouTube channel managers, editors, designers and coordinators
• Devising, overseeing the implementing high level strategic campaigns for content creation and distribution on YouTube and other social platforms
• Overseeing multiple projects at once, maintaining high level relationships with key clients
• Pitching for new business opportunities
• An expert in YouTube audience growth and digital rights management
• Experience in producing content online, and a high understanding of best practice editorial guidance for online video production
• Overseeing channel growth and implementation of audience development best-practice, including understanding client aims and how they are best met
• Leading weekly and monthly meetings with clients to assess progress and new opportunities and present analytics reports
• Producing decks and strategy documents, and supporting in pitches for new business opportunities
• Expert guidance in YouTube analytics, and able to educate others around them on best practices
• Ensuring impeccable use of spelling and grammar across all channels at all times

Qualifications:

• A clear passion for online media and understanding of best-practice for video on YouTube and social media
• Expert knowledge of the YouTube content management system and other video platforms
• Demonstrable experience of senior client management, content planning and strategy, and progress reporting
• Expert and demonstrable knowledge and understanding of audience development and online SEO
• Demonstrable understanding of video production and edit schedules
• High level of professionalism when dealing directly with clients
• Team leader with a hard-working flexible attitude and interest in working in a dynamic start-up environment
• Impeccable spelling and grammar
• Some knowledge/understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud edit suite
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Little Dot Studios is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy, age over 40, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, registered domestic partner status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please inform LDS if you need assistance to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. LDS will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Not accepting submissions from search firms or recruiters.

Little Dot Studios Americas

UNION OR NON-UNION SUBMISSIONS FOR PHOTO DOUBLE. 

Shoots & Tests on Weds 3/1 in Burbank or Los Angeles and there will be additional dates upcoming which are TBD right now. 

– Male to portray African American (see skin tone below),
– Age 20’s to 30’s. Hair needs to match or you need to be willing to let us cut it to match.
– Height 5’10 to 6’0, 29 to 32 waist, 40 to 42 coat.
– Must be fit and have no visible tattoos on arms, neck, face, etc. 

CASTING WAREHOUSE WORKERS
*UNION ONLY*

New Feature Film, PEPPERMINT, is looking for males and females, Ages 30-50, to be one of our “Warehouse Workers,” working the following dates with a fitting and Covid testing prior. 

Working: March 9th
Covid testing: 24-48 hours prior to filming. 
Fitting: TBD 

We are looking for Vaccinated Males and Females, Ages 30- 50 years old! MUST be available all day filming and for Covid testing prior. 
This production requires vaccinations*

Rates:
U: $187 for 8 hours with time and a half after 8
U $100 Covid test bump
Fittings: 1/4 Base rate

Date – 3/4/2023
Project – CBB: Hawaii vs Santa Barbara
Location – UCSB Events Center / Isla Vista CA
Position – Skilled Utility
Rate –  $300/10

NATURAL HAIR CASTING!

Thrilled to be working with a well-known hair brand that focuses on healthy hair for natural hair types.

We are currently looking for:

talent with hair that has Coily, Curly, and Tight Textures (3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 4C)

• open to different hair lengths
• age range in their 20s and 30s
• all genders, skin tones, body types

This would be great for those who are Natural Hair content creators

This is a paid opportunity!

Shoot Date: March 13th
Location: Los Angeles

CASTING CALL!

• Models (women)
• In Los Angeles, CA
• For popular TDE Artist music video on March 2, 2023

Featured models $400/10

BG Talent $200/10

UNION MEMBER SUBMISSIONS

Must be registered with Central Casting
Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming the shoot day. 

Greg is taking submissions for WOMEN ages 18 to 20s to portray HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS. We are looking for people comfortable doing splits and cartwheels on camera.

POSSIBLE DATES:  
COVID TEST: 3/9
REHEARSAL: 3/10
POSSIBLE WORK: 3/13 and 3/14

SPECIAL UNION RATE: $275/8 hours work date, $100/4 hours covid test  

UNION MEMBER SUBMISSIONS

  
!! Must be registered with Central Casting !!  
Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming the shoot day. 

Greg is taking submissions for MEN and WOMEN ages 18 to 20s to portray HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND MEMBERS. We are looking for people who own one of the instruments listed below and are comfortable pretending to play their instrument on camera.

1. Snare drum
2. Bass drum
3. Sousaphone
4. Trumpet

POSSIBLE DATES:  
COVID TEST: 3/9
REHEARSAL: 3/10
POSSIBLE WORK: 3/13 and 3/14

SPECIAL UNION RATE: $275/8 hours work date, $100/4 hours covid test  

Uber Commercial Casting
We’re casting performers who drive with Uber or Uber Eats.

All gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities are welcomed. 

ROLES: 

Female Earners age 25-40
Parent(s), age 30-50, open to couples + single parents; at least 1 parent must drive with Uber (both parents will be compensated)
Comedian/Comedic Actor, age 30-50 
MUST: have experience as an actor, comedian, musician, or content creator AND currently drive with Uber or Uber Eats 

PREFERRED: bright personalities who can be funny, confident, and comfortable in front of camera 

NO: excessive piercing or tattoos 

WHEN: week of 3/27 (1 day of filming) 

WHERE: Los Angeles (travel will be paid if driver is not local)

COMPENSATION:

• $500 for filming + $3000 buyout if/when the scene is used in the campaign (20% agent commission if relevant)
• $100 COVID testing stipend 
• $150 wardrobe fitting 
• $350 if selected as extras

USAGE: Non-union. Unlimited usage of all materials captured. Worldwide. In perpetuity. One year of exclusivity from first publication. 

BIG BROTHER LA OPEN CASTING CALL 

Meet the casting team and audition for BB25

Date: Saturday, March 11th between 11 AM and 3 PM

Location: State social House in West Hollywood