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Son (Ages 9–12) for Paid Short Film “Visualize”

Job Description
A paid short film is casting an LA-based child actor to play Son, a sweet, soft-spoken kid who appears timid at first glance but has big, expressive, emotional eyes. The role requires a young performer who can grow on camera—shifting from quiet uncertainty into real, self-generated confidence. Basketball knowledge is important and will support the performance. This project is for social media usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a sensitive, reserved child with strong emotional range

• Follow direction and stay engaged through multiple takes and setups

• Build believable on-camera connection with the actor playing Mom

• Perform natural, honest reactions while maintaining continuity

Requirements

• Child actor, ages 9–12

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be Los Angeles-based (local hire)

• Comfortable on camera with strong expressive ability

• Basketball knowledge strongly preferred

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Mom (Female, 28–45) for Paid Short Film “Visualize”

Job Description
A paid short film is casting an LA-based actor to play Mom, a tough, working-class single mother juggling bills, meals, school schedules, and everything in between. She carries the weight of parenting while quietly battling her own self-doubt, pouring her energy into her son and fiercely believing he can do no wrong. This is a character-driven role intended for social media usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a layered single mother with emotional realism and strength

• Take direction and adjust performance quickly for film coverage

• Maintain continuity across takes and deliver grounded, natural reactions

• Work collaboratively with the child actor playing her son to build authentic chemistry

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 28–45

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be Los Angeles-based (local hire)

• Strong dramatic performance ability and comfort with character-driven storytelling

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Black/African American Male Teen with Unconventional Features for Major Athletic Brand Commercial

Job Description:
A well-known athletic brand is seeking a Black/African American male teen with unique or unconventional features for an upcoming commercial. This is a great opportunity to showcase individuality and join a professional production in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent the athletic brand authentically with distinctive and unconventional features (e.g., gap teeth, unique facial attributes).
• Participate in on-camera activities and follow directions from the production team.
• Contribute to the creative vision of the commercial with confidence and professionalism.

Requirements:

• Black/African American male teen, aged 16–20.
• Must have unique or unconventional features.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be local to Los Angeles.
• Submit clear images to be considered.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection.