Carla Hool Casting

Child Actor for Holiday Film Lead Role

Job Description
An upcoming independent holiday feature film is casting a young actor to portray Max, the youngest son in a heartfelt family story. Max is a joyful and curious six-year-old who experiences the wonder of the holiday season through wide-eyed innocence. This is a lead role in a story full of charm, meaning, and emotional honesty—perfect for a young performer ready to shine in a festive, feel-good movie.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a joyful and literal-minded six-year-old with sincerity

• Deliver scripted lines with clarity and emotional nuance

• Collaborate with directors and co-stars to bring the story to life

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming over four weeks

Requirements

• Latinx child actor, age-appropriate to play 6 years old

• Must be able to portray a male character

• Must embody a sense of honesty, innocence, and youthful energy

• Previous acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid at SAG Modified Low Budget Scale

• Lead role with strong character focus

• Filming commitment: approximately 4 weeks

Casting Female Actor for the Role of Dulce in Short Film “Awakening”

Job Description
A heartfelt short film is seeking a Los Angeles-based female actor to portray Dulce, a young Indigenous Mexican woman navigating tradition, identity, and change. As a supporting role, Dulce plays a vital part in reflecting the next generation’s curiosity and evolving perspectives on relationships and acceptance.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring to life the role of Dulce, a pregnant young woman who grows in awareness and empathy

• Collaborate with the creative team to deliver a thoughtful, grounded performance

• Help communicate the film’s core themes of openness, family, and transformation

• Participate fully in all scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Female, 18 to early 20s, Indigenous Mexican

• Local to Los Angeles (must be a local hire)

• Able to portray innocence, emotional curiosity, and gradual character growth

• Comfortable with storylines involving family, identity, and same-sex relationships

• Available for a 3-day shoot

Compensation

• $241 per day

Casting Female Actor for the Role of Estella in Short Film “Awakening”

Job Description
A short film is casting for the role of Estella, a powerful supporting character in a heartfelt story centered on tradition, identity, and quiet resilience. Estella represents the older generation’s perspective within a tight-knit community and plays a key role in the emotional landscape of the film. This project is seeking Los Angeles-based talent who can embody strength, depth, and subtle emotional expression.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Estella, a stern and observant barber with traditional views

• Reflect cultural authenticity and emotional complexity in performance

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring nuance to the character

• Be present and prepared for the full shoot schedule

Requirements

• Female, 60s, Mexican

• Local to Los Angeles (must be a local hire)

• Strong non-verbal acting skills to convey internal emotion through observation and presence

• Comfortable portraying conservative attitudes with integrity and subtlety

• Available for a 3-day shoot

Compensation

• $241 per day