Jennifer Schwalenberg, CSA

Native American Actors Casting Call for Television Series

Job Description
A major television series is casting Native American talent for principal and speaking roles. This opportunity is open to performers of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, with a special focus on Native American children and teens. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for new and emerging talent to appear in a professionally produced series with union pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform speaking or principal roles in scripted television scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Bring authenticity, presence, and emotional honesty to character portrayals

• Work collaboratively in a professional on-set environment

Requirements

• Native American actors of all ages, genders, and types

• Strong interest in on-camera performance

• No prior acting experience required

• Minors must have parent or guardian approval

• Tribal affiliation optional

• Navajo language skills are a plus but not required

• Boys ages 7–14 with horseback riding skills encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Paid roles at SAG-AFTRA rates

• Principal and speaking role opportunities

• Professional television credit

Child Actor for Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film production is casting a young male actor for a principal role. The project is looking for a white boy between the ages of 6 and 10 to appear in a series of dramatic scenes. This is a professional opportunity paying SAG-AFTRA rates and offers national-level exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dialogue and scenes on set as directed

• Collaborate with directors and crew to deliver authentic performances

• Be available throughout the scheduled filming period

• Participate in wardrobe fittings and rehearsals, if required

Requirements

• Must be a white male child between ages 6–10

• Must not have previously submitted to this project in the past year

• Must be reliable, able to follow direction, and comfortable on set

• Parents must submit: child’s name, age, recent unfiltered photos, and contact info

• Submission must include city and state of residence

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA day rate (approximately $800/day)

• Potential for additional roles for adults and performers of all ethnicities

Teenage Boy Needed for Speaking Role in TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking a Native American teenage boy to join the cast in a principal speaking role for an upcoming season. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a SAG-AFTRA project. No prior acting experience is necessary, and talent from all locations are welcome to apply, though those based in the New Mexico area are especially encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role on a scripted TV series

• Participate in production activities as scheduled by the production team

• Follow direction from the director and casting team throughout filming

Requirements

• Native American teenage boy, age 14–19

• Talent under 18 must have a parent or guardian submit on their behalf

• Include recent unfiltered selfies (no hats or sunglasses)

• Tribal affiliation or enrollment info is optional

Compensation

• This is a paid principal role under SAG-AFTRA rates

• Professional on-set experience with industry-standard compensation