Talent Casting Calls and Auditions

Principal Lead Talent for “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for a principal lead role in an independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama revolves around the Devil conducting interviews to find a suitable replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The film will be shot in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking local talent or those within a reasonable self-drive distance.

Principal Speaking Role: Andrew Stanton

• Age: 25 to 50 years old
• Ethnicity: All ethnicities
• Description: A vindictive, preaching serial killer with a fanatic view on religion and a love for hearing his own voice. At a glance, Stanton seems disheveled, awkward, and mild-mannered; given the chance to speak, he quickly drops this facade.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character with depth and authenticity, bringing the unique traits and complexities to life.
• Follow the director’s guidance and collaborate with other cast and crew members to achieve the desired performance.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and punctuality throughout the filming process.
• Participate in rehearsals and table reads as required.

Requirements:

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable self-drive distance (no transportation/accommodation provided).
• Non-union status.
• Prior acting experience in film or theatre is preferred.
• Comfortable with the dark comedy and drama genres.

Compensation Details:

• Pay varies by role between $125/day and $250/day. Specific character rates provided in role descriptions.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for a principal lead role in an independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama explores the devil conducting interviews to find a replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN. We are seeking local talent only, or those within reasonable driving distance who do not require transportation or accommodation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Remus Crawford in the film “The Interview.”
• Deliver lines with authenticity and embody the character as described.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 35 to 55 years old.
• White.
• Ability to convincingly portray a slimy, smooth-talking lawyer.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable driving distance.
• Non-union status.
• Previous acting experience preferred but not required.

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: $200 for a 12-hour day.

Principal Lead Talent for “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal lead role in an upcoming independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama follows the Devil as she holds a series of interviews to find her replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking local talent or those within reasonable driving distance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Ipos, a lord of Hell and patron of knowledge.
• Deliver lines with the appropriate sarcasm and snark, embodying the character’s prim and proper demeanor that hides his distaste.
• Follow the direction of the film’s director to accurately bring the character to life.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality throughout the filming process.

Requirements:

• Non-union actors only.
• Male, aged 20 to 60 years, of any ethnicity.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within reasonable self-driving distance.
• Comfortable portraying a character in a dark comedy/drama setting.
• Must not require transportation or accommodation as these will not be provided.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $200 for a 12-hour day.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the independent short film “The Interview,” a dark comedy/drama set in Nashville, TN. This low-budget, non-union film explores a unique storyline where the Devil is searching for a replacement to take a much-needed vacation. We are seeking a principal lead talent to portray the character Ipos.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Ipos, a lord of Hell and patron of knowledge, with authenticity and depth.
• Deliver lines with the appropriate level of sarcasm, snark, and prim demeanor as required by the script.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character and storyline to life.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 20 to 60 years old, of any ethnicity.
• Able to convey sarcasm and snark while maintaining a prim and proper demeanor.
• Local hire only: must be based in the Nashville, TN area or within reasonable self-drive distance.
• Transportation and accommodation are not provided.
• Non-union actors only.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 12-hour workday.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal lead role in an upcoming independent short film titled “The Interview.” This is a low-budget, non-union project that will be filmed in Nashville, TN. The film is a dark comedy/drama centered around the Devil holding a series of interviews to find a replacement so she can finally take a vacation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character, Mortelle (“The Devil”), with authenticity and depth.
• Deliver lines with a wry sense of humor and convey the character’s complex emotions.
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Participate in rehearsals and follow the shooting schedule diligently.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 30 to 50 years old.
• African, Black, North African, or West Indies/Caribbean descent.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable self-drive distance (no transportation/accommodation provided).
• Strong acting skills with experience in delivering dark comedy and dramatic performances.
• Comfortable portraying a character with a strong personality and a deep love for mankind.
• Ability to work on a low-budget independent film.

Compensation Details:

• Rate for the role of Mortelle: $250.00 for 12 hours per day.

Casting Call: Lead Talent for Brokerage Company Commercial

Job Description: We are casting for a commercial for a brokerage company shooting in Toronto, Canada from July 28 to August 1. We are seeking strong female actors who exude natural quirk, eccentricity, and character. The roles are perfect for those who could be plucked from a Wes Anderson movie.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray characters in a commercial for a brokerage company.
• Follow the director’s instructions to achieve the desired performance.
• Attend a fitting session if required prior to the shoot day.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality throughout the production process.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid passport in hand as travel is paid.
• Availability to travel to Toronto, Canada from July 28 to August 1.
• Female actors fitting the following profiles:
  • Woman, 52-70: All ethnicities. Strong actors with natural quirk, eccentricity, and character.
  • Woman, 45-60: Ethnically ambiguous or Hispanic. Strong actors with natural quirk, eccentricity, and character.
• Previous acting experience is preferred.
• Comfortable with travel and staying on location for the duration of the shoot.

Compensation Details:

1. OCP Session Fee: $600.00 USD per day.
2. OCP Buyout: $7,000 USD (if applicable – only if talent is used in the final creative and remains recognizable).
3. Fitting: $100.00 USD (to be paid only if fitting occurs prior to shoot day).
4. Down Day: $300 USD.
5. Travel Day: $300 USD.

Casting Call: Talent for ECPI B-roll/Photo Shoot

Job Description: We are casting for multiple roles for an upcoming project with ECPI, focusing on b-roll and photo shoots. The project will be spread across three days in July and August, and we are looking for fresh faces to participate. If you have worked with ECPI this year, please note that you are not eligible for this opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in b-roll and photo shoots on assigned days.
• Follow directions from the production team to achieve desired shots.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality throughout the shoot days.
• Collaborate with other talent and crew members to ensure a smooth and efficient production process.

Requirements:

• Male and Female talent, aged 22-40.
• Specifically seeking Caucasian males for both days.
• Must be available for the entire duration of the assigned shoot day.
• Previous experience in b-roll/photo shoots is preferred but not mandatory.
• New talent who have not participated in ECPI projects in 2024.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive daily rate for participation.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided during the shoot.

Casting Call: Extras Talent for Fast Food Chain Training Videos

Job Description:

We are seeking a few extras talent for the #1 fast food chain training videos, scheduled to shoot next week. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a professional production, contributing to the training and development of a renowned brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear in training video scenes as directed by the production team.

• Follow instructions and perform actions as required for the training scenarios.

• Arrive on set camera-ready, with hair and makeup done.

• Bring a couple of wardrobe options for potential costume changes.

• Stay available for all four days of the shoot (Sunday, July 21st to Wednesday, July 24th) until your specific shoot day is confirmed.

Requirements:

• Age: 25-75 years old.

• Open to all genders and ethnicities.

• Ability to commit to being on hold for all four days until the specific shoot day is confirmed.

• Punctuality and reliability.

• Comfortable working on camera and following direction.

Compensation:

• Session Fee: $250 for up to 10 hours of work.

• Parking will be provided.

• Meals will be reimbursed as per crew arrangements (meals are walk away).

Casting Call for Dealership Commercial Spokesperson

Job Description: We are currently casting for a dealership commercial and are in search of a dynamic spokesperson. This opportunity is for non-union talent, specifically seeking a female aged 25-40 years old of Asian Indian American ethnicity. The selected talent will play a vital role in representing the dealership, delivering key messages, and engaging with the audience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the spokesperson for the dealership in a commercial.

• Deliver scripted lines clearly and persuasively.

• Engage with the camera and convey enthusiasm and credibility.

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure the commercial meets the desired vision and tone.

• Participate in rehearsals and shooting as scheduled.

Requirements:

• Female talent aged 25-40 years old.

• Ethnicity: Asian Indian American.

• Prior experience in acting or as a spokesperson is preferred.

• Excellent verbal communication skills.

• Ability to convey confidence, friendliness, and professionalism on camera.

• Must be available for the shoot dates (to be determined).

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates.

• This is a paid opportunity.

Casting Call: SAG Talent for Major Apparel Brand Commercial

Job Description: We are partnering with a major apparel brand and a high-profile celebrity to cast unique and charismatic SAG actors for an upcoming commercial shoot in New York City. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-visibility project and showcase your talent alongside notable industry figures.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the commercial shoot, bringing your unique character and energy to the project.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to deliver the desired performance.

• Collaborate with other cast members and crew to ensure a smooth and professional shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be a SAG member.

• Open to all ethnicities, sizes, and genders.

• Age range: 18-80 years old.

• Must be based in or around New York City.

• Ability to bring unique and unconventional characteristics to the role.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay rates in accordance with SAG guidelines