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Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Secondary Male Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Secondary Male for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. Production is seeking a friendly, approachable performer with a natural on-camera presence to support the hero storyline. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as secondary on-camera talent in a hair dye commercial.

  • Perform simple, natural actions and reactions that support the scene.

  • Take direction well and maintain continuity across takes.

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 30–40.

  • Friendly, approachable look and camera-ready presence.

  • Minimal natural greys are a plus (not required).

  • Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

  • Rate details not listed for this role (20% agency fee applies to all rates, as noted).

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Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Secondary Female Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Secondary Female for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. Production is looking for a friendly, approachable presence who can support the hero storyline with natural on-camera reactions and simple actions. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as secondary on-camera talent in a hair dye commercial.

  • Deliver natural reactions and light, lifestyle-style actions that support the scene.

  • Follow direction quickly and maintain continuity across takes.

Requirements

  • Female, any ethnicity, ages 30–40.

  • Friendly, approachable look and on-camera comfort.

  • Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

  • Rate details not listed for this role (20% agency fee applies to all rates, as noted).

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Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Hero Male Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Hero Male for a shoot in Los Angeles. Production is seeking a confident, athletic, camera-ready performer who can clearly showcase hair results on camera. This role will involve a hair transformation moment, and the hero talent must be comfortable having grey highlights added for the shoot. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as the on-camera hero talent in a hair dye commercial and perform natural, approachable actions.

  • Demonstrate visible hair results, including before/after styling and on-camera hair moments.

  • Take direction quickly and maintain performance consistency across takes.

  • Be comfortable with hair styling/adjustments, including temporary grey highlights for the role.

Requirements

  • Hispanic male, ages 35–45.

  • Dark brown or black hair.

  • Athletic build.

  • Hair should be slightly longer to help demonstrate product results.

  • Naturally occurring greys are a bonus but not required.

  • Must be willing to have grey highlights added (client may cover cost to return hair to natural color upon request).

  • Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

  • Hero session fee: $500.

  • Hero usage fee: $5,500 (guaranteed at booking).

  • Note: A 20% agency fee applies to all rates (as provided).

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LA Tour Promo Casting: Featured Background Talent

Job Description
A tour promo for an undisclosed music artist is casting featured background actors in the Los Angeles, CA area. This opportunity is for talent who can bring strong character energy and authentic, camera-ready presence. You must be able to work as a local hire (no travel, transportation, or accommodation provided). Location: Los Angeles area (Lancaster, CA).

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as featured background talent in a tour promo shoot.

  • Follow on-set direction, maintain continuity, and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

  • Bring believable character energy that matches the scene (rural realism or party atmosphere).

Requirements

  • Must be local to the Los Angeles area and able to self-report to set in Lancaster, CA.

  • Open to all ethnicities (role-specific age ranges apply).

  • Comfortable on camera and able to take direction quickly in a fast-moving production environment.

Compensation

  • Country Woman (Featured Background): Female, age 50–70, lived-in rural vibe with an interesting character look. $200/6.

  • Bachelorette Party Girls (Featured Background): Female, age 20s–early 30s, confident, fun, energetic with strong party vibes. $200/6.

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Real Firefighters for Paid Commercial Project (Los Angeles)

Job Description
A paid commercial project in Los Angeles is casting real firefighters (all genders, all ethnicities) for an on-camera shoot. This opportunity is specifically for individuals with real firefighter experience—currently active or previously active—who can bring authenticity, confidence, and a natural presence to a professional set. Talent must be LA local or able to work as a local, with fittings and shoot days scheduled in mid-January.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera portraying a real firefighter in a commercial production

  • Take direction for movement, timing, and continuity during filming

  • Work professionally on set and remain available for the full scheduled shoot day

  • Attend fittings as scheduled and arrive camera-ready and prepared

Requirements

  • Real firefighters with actual experience (current or former)

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 22–55 (approx.)

  • Must be Los Angeles local or able to work as a local (no travel)

  • No visible face or hand tattoos

  • Other tattoos allowed if they can be covered or you can provide an artwork release / are willing to have them covered

  • Available for January fittings and shoot dates in Los Angeles

Compensation

  • Session rate: $500 (includes any fittings + per 10-hour shoot day)

  • Usage/buyout: $2,000

  • Rates are -20% agency fee

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Union Background Talent for Theme Park Commercial (LA Self-Report)

Job Description
A union commercial shoot at a major theme park in the Los Angeles area is casting background talent. This is a great opportunity for union performers who can self-report locally and work in a fast-paced commercial set environment. Talent should be reliable, camera-ready, and comfortable taking direction for crowd and lifestyle action scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as background talent in a commercial shoot

  • Follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity throughout filming

  • Maintain a professional, upbeat presence on set

  • Arrive prepared and remain available for the full shoot day

Requirements

  • Union background talent

  • Must be able to self-report in Los Angeles, CA

  • Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

  • Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot day

Compensation

  • Paid union commercial role (rate provided upon selection)

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On-Camera Talent for Fancy Grocery Campaign (Los Angeles)

Job Description
A paid fancy grocery campaign is casting modern, expressive on-camera talent in Los Angeles. This project is looking for unique individuals ages 25–50 who love food and bring a warm, natural presence—think curious eaters, health-forward thinkers, and joyful home cooks. Ideal for performers and real people who can feel authentic and engaging in a lifestyle commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera for a lifestyle grocery campaign with natural, modern energy
  • Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during filming
  • Perform simple food-related actions (tasting, cooking, shopping-style moments)
  • Maintain a polished, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 25–50
  • Must be based in Los Angeles (local hire)
  • Unique, expressive, modern look and personality
  • Genuine interest in food, cooking, and health-forward lifestyle content
  • Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

Compensation

  • Paid role (rate provided upon selection)
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LA-Based Black Talent for Major Retailer Campaign (Principals + Background)

Job Description
A major chain retailer campaign is casting LA-based Black talent for both on-camera principal roles and background extra roles. Casting is open to adults, youth, families, and couples, with a wide age range needed. This opportunity is ideal for performers and real families looking for commercial campaign work, lifestyle storytelling, and professional set experience in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform on camera as principal talent or appear as background in lifestyle scenes

  • Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during production

  • Maintain a natural, authentic presence that fits a real-family campaign tone

  • Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

  • Must be Los Angeles-based (local hire)

  • Black adults, youth, families, and couples encouraged to apply

  • Ages 4–70s

  • Comfortable on camera in a commercial campaign environment

  • Able to provide current photos and basic submission details upon request

Compensation

  • Paid campaign roles (rate provided upon selection; varies by principal vs background)

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Regular Men and Women for Cigarette Commercial (On-Camera Talent)

Job Description
A Los Angeles cigarette commercial is casting regular men and women for a paid on-camera advertising project. This tobacco commercial casting is for LA local talent only and seeks grounded, relatable individuals with a natural, everyday look and an authentic on-camera presence. This role involves appearing in content that includes tobacco use, so comfort with the subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform on camera for a commercial shoot in Los Angeles

  • Follow direction and deliver natural, believable reactions and actions

  • Attend a fitting session and work scheduled shoot days as needed

  • Maintain professionalism, continuity, and readiness throughout production

Requirements

  • Regular men and women, ages 35–45

  • Must be 35+ and legally able to consent to tobacco work

  • Must be able to work as a Los Angeles local (no travel covered)

  • Must be comfortable with smoking real tobacco cigarettes or using tobacco props on set

  • Must be comfortable appearing in an ad for tobacco use

  • Must not participate in anti-tobacco work for the duration of the usage term

Compensation

  • Fitting: $250 (includes 3-hour fitting)

  • Session: $500 (per 10-hour shoot day)

  • Usage: $6,000 (guaranteed at time of booking)

  • Pre-negotiated usage renewal option may apply (not guaranteed)

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Women with Buzzed Hair for Cigarette Commercial (On-Camera Talent)

Job Description
A Los Angeles cigarette commercial is casting women with buzzed hair for a paid on-camera advertising project. This tobacco commercial casting is for LA local talent only and features a grounded, relatable presence with a strong personal style. This role involves appearing in content that includes tobacco use, so comfort with the subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform on camera for a commercial shoot in Los Angeles

  • Follow direction and deliver natural, relatable on-screen moments

  • Participate in wardrobe fitting and shoot days as scheduled

  • Maintain professionalism, continuity, and set readiness throughout production

Requirements

  • Women with buzzed hair only (short/buzzed; blonde is a plus)

  • Must be 35+ (must legally be 35 years old or older)

  • Must be able to work as a Los Angeles local (no travel covered)

  • Must be comfortable with smoking real tobacco cigarettes or using tobacco props on set

  • Must be comfortable appearing in an ad for tobacco use

  • Must not participate in anti-tobacco work for the duration of the usage term

Compensation

  • Fitting: $250 (includes 3-hour fitting)

  • Session: $500 (per 10-hour shoot day)

  • Usage: $6,000 (guaranteed at time of booking)

  • Pre-negotiated usage renewal option may apply (not guaranteed)

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Find Casting Calls & Acting Auditions Near You

Are you an aspiring actor looking for your big break or a seasoned professional seeking your next role? Navigating the world of casting calls can be a thrilling yet challenging journey. Understanding where to find these opportunities and how to leverage popular filming locations can significantly enhance your chances of landing that dream role.

What are Casting Calls?

Casting calls are auditions organized by casting directors to find suitable actors for various roles in film, television, theater, and commercials. These are your gateway to the screen and stage, providing a platform to showcase your acting skills to key decision-makers in the industry.

Popular Filming Locations and Their Impact

Several cities around the world are renowned for being film-making hubs, each offering unique opportunities for actors:

1. Hollywood, Los Angeles: The heart of the film industry, Hollywood is synonymous with cinema and television. Here, casting calls are plentiful, ranging from blockbuster movies to independent films and everything in between.

2. New York City: Known for both its theater scene and film productions, NYC is a vibrant hub for casting calls, especially for Broadway shows and live performances.

3. Atlanta, Georgia: With its favorable tax incentives, Atlanta has become a hotspot for film and TV productions, resulting in a surge of casting calls for actors in recent years.

4. Vancouver, Canada: Often referred to as “Hollywood North,” Vancouver is a top destination for filming due to its diverse landscapes and favorable filming conditions, leading to many opportunities for actors.

5. London, UK: A significant center for film and theatre, London offers numerous casting calls for everything from feature films to West End productions.

Tips for Navigating Casting Calls

  • Stay Informed: Regularly check specialized websites like Project Casting, where you can find daily updates on casting calls in various cities. Utilizing these platforms can help you stay ahead of the competition by applying early to newly posted opportunities.
  • Prepare Thoroughly: Always arrive at auditions prepared. This means having your lines memorized, understanding the character you are auditioning for, and being ready to take direction or feedback on the spot.
  • Network: The film industry is as much about talent as it is about connections. Attend industry events, workshops, and festivals in these popular locations to connect with casting directors, filmmakers, and other actors.
  • Professional Portfolio: Maintain an updated portfolio with your headshots, resume, and reel. An impressive portfolio can make a significant difference in how casting directors view your professionalism and suitability for a role.
  • Persistence and Patience: The entertainment industry is known for its competitiveness. Persistence in attending auditions and patience in handling rejections are key to eventually succeeding.

Conclusion

Whether you’re near the bustling streets of New York, the scenic views of Vancouver, or the historic sites of London, understanding the landscape of casting calls is crucial. By staying informed, prepared, and connected, you can navigate this dynamic field and potentially turn your acting aspirations into a successful career. Remember, every audition is a step forward in the industry, so take advantage of the opportunities these popular filming locations offer.

For more information on the latest casting calls and tips on advancing your acting career, visit Project Casting.

How do I find a legit casting call?

To find legitimate casting calls, start by using reputable platforms like Project Casting, which vets postings to ensure authenticity. Always research the casting company or director associated with the call. Legitimate opportunities typically don’t require payment to audition, and any contact should come from professional email addresses rather than personal accounts.

Can you audition without an agent?

Yes, you can audition without an agent. Many open casting calls and online platforms allow individual actors to submit directly for roles. While having an agent can provide access to more exclusive opportunities and handle negotiations, many new actors start their careers by attending open calls or self-submitting for roles online.

What is the difference between a casting call and an audition?

A casting call is a notice put out by producers or casting directors seeking potential actors for roles, inviting them to apply or present themselves. An audition is the process where actors perform a specific piece, like a monologue or a script, in front of the casting team after responding to a casting call. Essentially, the casting call is the request, and the audition is the response.

What is the best free casting call website?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.

Should I pay for casting calls?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.