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GABLE Feature Film Casting Call – Background Actors

Job Description

GABLE, an upcoming feature film about Olympic wrestling legend Dan Gable, is seeking background actors for scenes filming throughout Central Illinois. The production is looking for talent who can authentically portray people from the 1960s, with period-appropriate appearances, hairstyles, and wardrobe-friendly looks. This feature film casting opportunity offers performers the chance to participate in a sports biopic centered on one of wrestling’s most celebrated athletes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a background actor in the feature film GABLE
  • Portray characters appropriate to the film’s 1960s setting
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming
  • Maintain a period-appropriate appearance while on set
  • Help create authentic environments for scenes throughout the film
  • Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

  • Must be available to work in Central Illinois
  • Must be able to portray characters appropriate to a 1960s setting
  • Period-appropriate hairstyles and appearances are encouraged
  • Comfortable working as a background performer on a feature film
  • Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity
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Job Type:
Extra
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This Summer Will Be Different Casting Call – Attractive Nightclub Goers

Job Description

This Summer Will Be Different is seeking non-union background talent to portray attractive nightclub goers for scenes filming in downtown Toronto. The production is looking for fresh faces with a stylish, youthful appearance who can naturally portray people enjoying a lively nightclub environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a nightclub goer in background scenes
  • Create a natural and energetic nightlife atmosphere on camera
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
  • Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

  • Ages 20–30
  • Open to mixed ethnicities
  • Non-union talent
  • Must be a new face to the production
  • Must be available to work in downtown Toronto
  • Stylish, attractive, and comfortable portraying a nightclub goer
  • Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Feature Film Casting Call – Bilingual Latina Girls and Young Women

Job Description

A major feature film is seeking bilingual Latina girls and young women for an upcoming high-level cinematic production. The casting team is looking for talent who can speak both English and Spanish fluently and are interested in participating in a professional film project. Candidates must also be legally able to travel between Mexico and the United States.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in an upcoming feature film production
  • Speak both English and Spanish fluently as required for the role
  • Follow acting and creative direction from the production team
  • Participate professionally throughout the casting and production process
  • Travel between Mexico and the United States if required for production

Requirements

  • Female talent
  • Ages 15–19
  • Latina appearance
  • Must speak English and Spanish fluently
  • Must be interested and comfortable participating in a major feature film
  • Must be legally able to travel to both Mexico and the United States
  • Minors must participate in the casting process with a parent or legal guardian

Compensation

  • Paid feature film opportunity
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Chicago Fire Casting Call – Featured Firefighter

Job Description

Chicago Fire is seeking male talent for a featured firefighter role filming in the Chicago area. The production is looking for stern-looking, clean-shaven men with a tall, fit, muscular, and imposing appearance who can convincingly portray a firefighter. This is a non-speaking featured role ideal for talent with a strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a firefighter in a featured non-speaking role
  • Maintain a stern and commanding presence on camera
  • Follow blocking and direction from the production team
  • Perform naturally within firefighter-related scenes
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
  • Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other performers

Requirements

  • Male talent
  • Ages 40s–50s
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Clean-shaven appearance
  • Tall, fit, muscular, and physically imposing
  • Must convincingly portray a firefighter
  • Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states
  • Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

  • $165 for 8 hours
  • Time-and-a-half after 8 hours
  • $40 for 2-hour wardrobe fitting
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Network Television True Crime Series Casting Call – Alyssa

Job Description

A network television true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Hispanic female actor to portray Alyssa. The ideal performer should resemble the character reference, though red hair is not required. This non-union role involves scripted gun violence and murder scenes, so talent must be comfortable performing sensitive dramatic material. No scripted audio is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Alyssa in a network television true crime recreation series
  • Perform scripted dramatic scenes involving gun violence and murder
  • Follow creative direction from the production team
  • Maintain character continuity throughout filming
  • Deliver a believable and professional on-camera performance

Requirements

  • Hispanic female
  • Ages 20s–early 30s
  • Should reasonably resemble the character reference
  • Red hair is not required
  • Must be comfortable with scripted gun violence and murder scenes
  • Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Non-union talent

Compensation

  • $200 per day worked
  • Hotel provided
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Job Description

A self-funded comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Boss in Vancouver, British Columbia. The film takes a comedic look at the absurd extremes of modern hiring as a recent graduate encounters increasingly strange employers and workplace cultures during his job search. The Boss is a muscular, attractive startup founder in his late 20s to 30s with an intensely driven, self-improvement-obsessed personality. He radiates serene confidence and relentless positivity while viewing his company and employees as a “family.”

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a confident and intensely driven startup founder.
  • Capture the character’s self-improvement-focused personality and toxic positivity.
  • Deliver comedic and satirical material naturally on camera.
  • Maintain the character’s calm confidence alongside his hyper-intense energy.
  • Collaborate with the director and follow performance direction.

Requirements

  • Male actor in his late 20s–30s.
  • Muscular and attractive appearance sought.
  • Strong comedic and character acting ability.
  • Comfortable portraying an intense startup-founder personality.
  • Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

  • $100 CAD for one day.
  • Food provided.
  • IMDb credit provided.
  • Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.
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Job Description

A Vancouver comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Head of Department. The self-funded project follows a talented recent graduate whose search for employment leads him through a series of increasingly absurd interviews and exposes the fragile state of modern hiring culture. The Head of Department is a man in his 40s to 60s who appears soft-spoken, polished, warm, and approachable. Beneath that reassuring presentation, however, he sincerely pitches exploitative employment “opportunities” without recognizing anything wrong with them.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a polished and approachable department head.
  • Deliver satirical dialogue with complete sincerity.
  • Balance warmth and professionalism with the absurdity of the character’s ideas.
  • Maintain a grounded performance throughout the comedic material.

Requirements

  • Male actor in his 40s–60s.
  • Polished and professional on-camera presence.
  • Strong subtle or deadpan comedic ability.
  • Able to portray a warm, sincere corporate personality.
  • Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

  • $100 CAD for one day.
  • Food provided.
  • IMDb credit provided.
  • Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.
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Job Description

A self-funded comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is seeking a male actor for the supporting role of Business Man in Vancouver, British Columbia. The project follows a recent graduate facing a succession of increasingly ridiculous interviews, exposing the contradictions and frustrations of contemporary hiring culture through absurdist comedy. The Business Man is an intense, rigid executive in his 40s to 60s who has no patience for résumés, corporate buzzwords, or conventional hiring practices.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an intense and demanding corporate executive.
  • Deliver absurd demands with a convincing deadpan performance.
  • Maintain the character’s rigid, high-performance personality.
  • Perform comedic dialogue without overplaying the humor.
  • Work collaboratively with the director and production team.

Requirements

  • Male actor in his 40s–60s.
  • Strong deadpan comedic ability.
  • Able to portray an intense and rigid executive personality.
  • Comfortable delivering absurd material with complete seriousness.
  • Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

  • $100 CAD for one day.
  • Food provided.
  • IMDb credit provided.
  • Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.
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Job Description

A self-funded comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is casting a male actor for the featured role of Employer in Vancouver, British Columbia. The film follows a talented recent graduate through a series of increasingly absurd job interviews, using dark comedy to explore the extremes of modern hiring culture and the current job market. The Employer is a slick corporate gatekeeper in his 40s to 60s who embodies the absurdities of corporate hiring and AI culture. He presents himself with professional authority and can quickly shift from polished corporate warmth to condescending hostility.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the Employer in a featured comedic role.
  • Shift naturally between corporate warmth and condescending hostility.
  • Deliver satirical material with confidence and strong comedic timing.
  • Maintain an authoritative corporate presence on camera.
  • Follow direction and collaborate with the production team.

Requirements

  • Male actor in his 40s–60s.
  • Well-dressed corporate look.
  • Heavy-set, broad, or imposing physique sought.
  • Strong acting and comedic abilities.
  • Comfortable portraying an intentionally unlikeable authority figure.
  • Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

  • $100 CAD for one day.
  • Food provided.
  • IMDb credit provided.
  • Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A comedy horror short film titled The Last Resort Resort is casting an actor for a recurring featured camper role filming in Muskoka and Brampton, Ontario. The character appears throughout the project in group scenes involving physical comedy, action, and one speaking line. The production is seeking performers 18 or older who can convincingly portray a late teenager or very young adult.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a recurring featured camper in a comedy horror short film.
  • Appear naturally in recurring group and ensemble scenes.
  • Perform physical comedy and action as required by the role.
  • Deliver one speaking line during the production.
  • Follow direction and work collaboratively with the cast and production team.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Open to any gender and ethnicity.
  • Must be able to convincingly portray a late teen or very young adult.
  • Comfortable performing physical comedy and action.
  • Comfortable delivering a speaking line on camera.
  • Toronto and GTA performers are welcome to apply.

Compensation

  • Unpaid student production.
  • Food provided.
  • Lodging provided for the Muskoka portion of the production.
  • Production carpooling will be coordinated where possible.

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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.