Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Seeking individuals and pairs (couples, friends, relatives, co-workers, etc.) of all ages for a digital, short-form content shoot for leading diamond jewelry company De Beers. Selected talent will participate in a diamond viewing experience where they will be asked to give their opinions about different jewelry stones.

Ideal candidates are individuals and pairs (couples, friends, relatives, etc.) based in the LA area who have very little to no knowledge about diamonds. Candidates should be energetic, fun, relatable, and able to freely voice their opinions.

Paid: $300 per person (est. 1 hour of work).
Shoot Date: Dec. 20-21 in LA area.

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

Real EMTs/Paramedics/First Responders for Paid Commercial Project (Los Angeles)

Job Description
A paid commercial project in Los Angeles is casting real emergency professionals for an on-camera shoot. This production is seeking authentic EMTs, paramedics, first responders, 911 dispatchers, disaster recovery team members, and search-and-rescue personnel (active or former) who can bring genuine credibility to camera. 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 emergency professional in a commercial production

• Follow 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 emergency professionals with actual experience (current or former), including:

  • EMTs / Paramedics / First Responders

  • 911 Dispatchers

  • Disaster Recovery Teams

  • Search & Rescue Teams

• 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

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)

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)

Latinx Talent Needed for Beauty Brand Campaign (Los Angeles)

Job Description
A beauty brand campaign in Los Angeles is casting unrepresented Latinx talent for authentic, relationship-driven scenes. This project is focused on real people and real connections, including families and relatives, as well as individual women. Talent should feel natural on camera and comfortable sharing warm, genuine moments that fit a modern beauty/lifestyle campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a beauty brand campaign in natural, lifestyle-based scenes
• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during filming
• Bring authentic connection and comfortable on-camera chemistry (for real pairs/families)
• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Must be based in Los Angeles (local hire)
• Unrepresented talent only
• Seeking:
  • Real Latinx families with a Gen X mom, Gen Z daughter, and teen son
  • Real sisters, and real aunt + niece duos
  • Pregnant women
  • Gen X women

Compensation

• Paid campaign (rate provided upon selection)

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)

Real Starbucks Baristas for Commercial (Los Angeles Locals)

Job Description
A commercial project in Los Angeles is casting real, current Starbucks baristas to appear on camera. This paid opportunity is for relatable, everyday people who can make Starbucks drinks naturally and comfortably on camera, with a friendly, approachable vibe. All ethnicities and body types are welcome, and talent must be able to work as a Los Angeles local (no travel provided).

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare Starbucks drinks on camera in a natural, confident way
• Follow direction for timing,动作, and continuity during filming
• Maintain a friendly, professional on-camera presence
• Participate in fitting and shoot days as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be a current, real Starbucks barista
• Men and women, ages 18–42 (approx.)
• Must be able to work in Los Angeles, CA as a local hire (no travel)
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• All ethnicities and body types encouraged
• Relatable, joyful, approachable personality

Compensation

• $500 session + fitting fee
• $1,000 usage fee
• Rates are -20% agency

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)

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)