Jobs in United States

Job Description

A non-union student short film is casting actors for a heartfelt drama centered on family, forgiveness, and second chances. The story follows a dying father who leaves behind a collection of unfinished napkin notes that become his final message to the son he never had the chance to reconnect with.

Filming will take place in Winter Park, Florida. Casting directors are seeking performers who can bring emotional depth and authenticity to this character-driven short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in a dramatic short film.
• Deliver emotionally engaging performances that support the story.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend the scheduled filming day and arrive prepared.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Alex
  • Playing age: 20s
  • Friendly, observant, and easygoing.
  • Portrays a server who becomes an unexpected connection between a father and son.
• Aiden (Father)
  • Male
  • Playing age: 70s
  • Thoughtful, regretful, and stubborn.
  • Able to portray a father seeking redemption.
• Aiden Jr.
  • Male
  • Playing age: 30s
  • Reserved, guarded, and emotional.
  • Portrays a son who discovers his late father’s final message.
• Headshot, resume, and demo reel preferred.
• Comfortable performing in an emotional drama.

Compensation

• Non-union acting opportunity.
• Gain experience on a professionally produced student short film.
• Build your acting portfolio with meaningful dramatic material.
• Additional compensation details will be shared with selected talent.

Job Description

An independent passion project is casting a male actor to portray a politician in an upcoming short film filming in Long Beach, California. The production is seeking a committed performer who is passionate about acting and interested in collaborating on a character-driven project with the potential for additional filming days.

This guerrilla-style production is ideal for actors looking to expand their reel while working with an independent filmmaking team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a politician in a scripted short film.
• Perform scenes for a seven-page screenplay.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Be available for possible future shoot dates to complete the project.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Playing age: 30–45.
• Able to convincingly portray a politician.
• Passionate about independent filmmaking and acting.
• Available to film in Long Beach, California.
• Willing to submit a video audition.
• Flexible for potential future filming dates if needed.

Compensation

• $100 per day.
• Gas reimbursement provided.
• Approximately 6–8 hours of filming per day.
• Opportunity to build your acting reel with an independent short film.

Jamaican Actors Casting Call for Short Film

Job Description

A paid short film is casting a real Jamaican woman and a real Jamaican man for lead roles filming in New York. Casting directors are seeking talent who appear to be in their early 20s and can speak authentic Jamaican Patois. This is an exciting opportunity for authentic Jamaican performers to showcase their talent in a professionally produced short film, with travel provided by production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a short film production.
• Deliver dialogue in authentic Jamaican Patois.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Participate in scheduled production activities in New York.

Requirements

• Real Jamaican woman and real Jamaican man.
• Should appear to be in their early 20s.
• Must speak authentic Jamaican Patois.
• Must be available to film in New York.

Compensation

• Paid short film opportunity.
• Travel provided by production.

Muscular Men Casting Call for Prison Inmate Scene in TV Series

Job Description

A paid television series starring an A-list comedian is casting muscular men for a prison inmate scene. Casting directors are looking for men with a strong, athletic build and a rugged appearance to portray inmates in featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for physically fit performers interested in working on a high-profile TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a prison inmate in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.
• Perform naturally in a correctional facility setting.

Requirements

• Male.
• Muscular, athletic build.
• Rugged or rough-around-the-edges appearance.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours.

Skating Rink Patron Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is seeking energetic skating rink patrons for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are looking for outgoing performers ages 16 and older to portray fun-loving skaters enjoying time at a roller rink. Some selected talent will be asked to skate, so basic skating skills are preferred for those roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a skating rink patron in commercial scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Interact naturally with other background performers.
• Skate during filming if selected for skating scenes.

Requirements

• Ages 16 and older.
• Vibrant and personable personality.
• Basic skating skills preferred for some roles.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description

A paid, non-union independent horror feature film is casting actors for multiple roles in Baltimore, Maryland. This production offers IMDb credit and paid acting opportunities for performers looking to gain experience in an independent feature film.

Casting directors are currently seeking talented actors for featured roles and encourage passionate performers to submit for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character in an independent horror feature film.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming as required.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Deliver authentic performances that support the story and characters.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Heidi
  • Female
  • Playing age: 25–35
  • Confident, flirtatious, and sharp-tongued personality.
• Jason
  • Male
  • Playing age: 25–35
  • Goofy, laid-back, and naturally charismatic.
• Strong acting skills and reliability.
• Available to film in Baltimore, Maryland.
• Headshot, resume, and demo reel are preferred if available.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• IMDb credit.
• Non-union feature film.
• Opportunity to build experience and expand your acting portfolio.

Black Shopper Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is casting Black men and women to portray shoppers for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are looking for vibrant, energetic talent between the ages of 16 and 50 who can naturally bring a lively shopping experience to life on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray shoppers in a retail environment.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Create natural, energetic interactions on camera.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Black men and women.
• Ages 16–50.
• Vibrant and expressive personality.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Airport Background Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is casting background actors to portray airport passengers and workers for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are seeking a diverse mix of men and women between the ages of 16 and 75 to create an authentic airport environment. This is a great opportunity for performers of all experience levels to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray airport passengers or airport employees in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform natural background actions to create a realistic airport setting.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 16–75.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Comfortable working as background talent.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Boyfriend & Girlfriend Casting Call for Major YouTube Production

Job Description

A paid YouTube production is casting one female and one male actor to portray a boyfriend and girlfriend in an upcoming shoot filming in Atlanta, Georgia, and Miami, Florida. Casting directors are seeking energetic performers between the ages of 21 and 30 who can authentically portray a young couple. This is a compensated opportunity for talent looking to work on a major digital media production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a boyfriend or girlfriend in a YouTube production.
• Deliver natural, believable on-camera performances.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Be available for the scheduled production dates.

Requirements

• One male actor and one female actor.
• Ages 21–30.
• Must be able to portray a romantic couple.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia, or Miami, Florida.

Compensation

• Paid acting

Job Description

A non-union horror-drama short film is casting lead actors for a nine-minute project filming in Las Vegas, Nevada. The story follows the aftermath of a one-night stand when a mysterious witch traps her new lover using dark magic, creating a suspenseful and psychological tale of obsession and supernatural horror.

Casting directors are seeking talented performers for two lead roles in this character-driven horror film. This is an excellent opportunity for actors looking to expand their portfolios with a dramatic independent production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a horror-drama short film.
• Deliver emotionally compelling and believable performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Attend filming for the scheduled production days.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Maya
  • Female
  • Playing age: 20s–30s
  • Able to portray a cunning, psychotic witch obsessed with her new lover.
• Dylan
  • Male
  • Playing age: 20s–30s
  • Able to portray a confident, intelligent bartender who becomes imprisoned by Maya.
• Headshot, resume, and demo reel required.
• Comfortable performing in a horror-drama production.
• Available for filming in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Compensation

• Non-union production.
• Copy, credit, and portfolio-building opportunity.
• Lead roles in an independent horror short film.
• Three-day filming schedule.