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TJC IS LOOKING FOR:

Associates and assistants with good communication skills (in English, Hindi and a regional language would be a plus). Minimum commitment is JANUARY to MAY.

  • -Worked in a casting agency/production house before,
  • -Adept at networking, research and outreach,
  • -Must have a laptop and a strong internet connection,
  • -Based in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai. Theatre background in these circuits is a plus,
  • -Should be able to join in January 2022.

DEADLINE: 29TH DECEMBER

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed over Zoom.

 

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Job Description
A new unscripted TV series is seeking bold, confident women ages 25–50 who live or ride within the biker lifestyle. This project highlights real stories of empowered femininity, freedom, and grit, and celebrates the raw spirit of the biker world. Whether you roll solo or with a crew, this is your chance to be featured in a dynamic TV show that thrives on authenticity, personality, and edge.

Casting directors are looking for individuals who radiate confidence, individuality, and a passion for the biker community—tattoos, leather, chrome, curves, and grit are welcome.

Job Responsibilities
• Share your story and lifestyle on camera in an unscripted TV format
• Participate in on-camera interviews and scenes that reflect the biker culture
• Be available and cooperative during the shooting schedule
• Represent empowered women authentically and boldly

Requirements
• Female, ages 25–50
• Must be comfortable on camera
• Must embody the biker spirit and lifestyle
• Open to filming in late summer/fall 2026
• Able to provide recent photos and a short intro

Compensation
• Compensation details will be disclosed to selected applicants
• Filming dates and further production information shared upon selection

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Job Description
An independent comedy series is now casting English-speaking actors for recurring and supporting roles. The show is being developed by a dynamic production team and will be shot in Paris. With a creative tone similar to Fleabag, Community, and Atlanta, this series blends sharp humor and heartfelt moments, making it a compelling project for performers eager to collaborate on a meaningful production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray recurring or supporting characters in an episodic comedic setting

  • Embody the series’ comedic tone and emotional depth

  • Collaborate with directors and cast to bring an ensemble dynamic to screen

  • Participate in table reads, rehearsals, and on-location shoots in Paris

  • Maintain consistency and character growth across multiple episodes

Requirements

  • Must be fluent in English

  • Ages 18–80 from all backgrounds welcome

  • Comfortable with recurring and supporting on-camera roles

  • Open to creative direction and able to deliver dynamic performances

  • Based in or able to work in Paris (accommodation details not provided)

Compensation

  • Details to be discussed with selected talent

  • Recurring and supporting roles offer ongoing exposure and networking opportunities

Job Description
A creative production team is currently seeking skilled crew members for an interior design series filming a short run in early September. This is a paid opportunity supporting a small, agile team on location. Crew members will play an integral part in ensuring smooth operations for a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Operate FX9 camera for filming select scenes

  • Assist camera operators and manage equipment setup (Camera Assistant / DMT)

  • Provide hair and makeup services for the host (HMUA)

  • Support general production needs, pickups, and set preparation (Production Assistants)

Requirements

  • Must be available for 3–4 days between September 11th and 22nd

  • Production Assistants must have a valid driver’s license for crew pickups

  • Local or New York-based crew preferred for logistical convenience

  • Portfolio or CV required for consideration

Compensation

  • All roles are paid (rate details upon application)

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Motorcycle Gang Member – Background Actor for Crime TV Series

Job Description
A high-profile crime TV series is now casting background actors to portray rugged motorcycle gang members. This opportunity is ideal for performers who own their own motorcycle and can convincingly embody the gritty, rebellious biker aesthetic. Filming requires actors to be fully available across two specific production dates, and all talent must be registered with casting. This is a great chance to showcase authenticity and contribute to a dynamic on-screen atmosphere in a popular network series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a tough, believable motorcycle gang member type

  • Arrive on set with own motorcycle, ready for continuity across filming days

  • Maintain professional conduct and take direction well from production team

  • Represent character consistently across shoot days, including potential matching scenes

Requirements

  • Must own and operate your own motorcycle

  • Must be able to portray a rugged, biker-type male character

  • Must be registered and active with casting

  • Must be available on both shoot days

  • Must be able to portray Caucasian male biker type

Compensation

  • Paid background acting role; rates to be confirmed based on union status and production terms

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Child Actor for Hospital Scene in TV Drama

Job Description
A long-running primetime TV drama is casting Union and Non-Union minors to portray children who are patients suffering from a rare illness. Talent must be comfortable performing in scenes that involve hospital settings and may require portraying emotional distress. Some scenes may include wheelchair use or props like oxygen masks and tubes. This is a single-day shoot in the NYC area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray sick and emotionally vulnerable children in hospital scenes

  • Participate in emotionally challenging moments on camera

  • Be comfortable acting in a wheelchair and/or with medical props (oxygen mask, tubes)

Requirements

  • Ages 7–14, all genders and ethnicities welcome

  • Must have a valid NY work permit, trust account, and I9 documents

  • Comfortable portraying discomfort, distress, or frailty

  • Must be able to sit in a wheelchair and use tubes or an oxygen mask

  • Interview required before booking (paid at $56)

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA rate: $224 for 8 hours

  • Interview rate: $56 (¼ check)

  • Work location: NYC area (exact location TBD)

  • Work date: One-day shoot

Job Description
A high-profile digital ad campaign is seeking an experienced comedy writer to help craft engaging and witty content for a commercial spot featuring a major A-list celebrity. This is an exciting opportunity for writers with a strong background in comedic writing for top-tier platforms and branded campaigns. The role focuses on delivering a high-impact comedic script tailored to a premium digital audience, and the right talent will work closely with the creative team and client.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop sharp, original comedic content tailored to digital advertising

  • Collaborate with creatives and producers to refine tone, pacing, and delivery

  • Adjust scripts based on client feedback to align with brand and celebrity image

  • Deliver script drafts on a tight deadline

Requirements

  • Proven experience in comedy writing for SNL-style shows, branded sketches, or commercial campaigns

  • Exceptional comedic timing and voice

  • Ability to write with versatility and adaptability across comedic styles

  • Comfortable collaborating directly with clients and creative stakeholders

  • Submission of writing samples or IMDb links preferred

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate discussed with selected candidates)

  • Immediate hire for fast-paced production timeline

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
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Original Series Title: "THE EIGHTH DOOR"

Genre: Psychological Thriller / Supernatural Drama
Episodes: 8
Format: 1-hour episodes
Tone: Dark, intense, binge-worthy
Target Platform: Netflix / Streaming

In a small, ultra-modern town with a dark past, a young psychiatrist returns home to investigate the mysterious death of her twin brother — only to discover a secret clinical program testing memory manipulation. As she descends into her own trauma, she unlocks the terrifying existence of an eighth mental door — a state of consciousness no one is meant to access. Each episode unveils deeper conspiracies as she’s hunted by both external enemies and her own mind.

Themes: Identity, memory, grief, reality vs. perception
Hook: Think Black Mirror meets Sharp Objects with a splash of Inception and Behind Her Eyes. JOB POSTINGS FOR "THE EIGHTH DOOR"
Below is a full list of roles needed from pre-production through distribution and marketing.

SECTION A: DEVELOPMENT & PRE-PRODUCTION ROLES


1. Showrunner / Series Creator

  • Type: Creative Leadership

  • Gender: Any

  • Description: Oversees the entire creative vision of the show from script to screen. Manages writers' room, creative direction, tone, and final story arcs.

  • Skills:

    • Mastery of episodic storytelling

    • Leadership & collaboration

    • Experience in series showrunning

  • Requirements:

    • At least 1 credited series as showrunner or head writer

    • Portfolio of past scripts

    • Availability for full production lifecycle


2. Series Writers (Staff Writers / Story Editors)

  • Type: Writing

  • Gender: Any

  • Description: Collaborate in the writers' room to shape dialogue, character arcs, and plot for each episode.

  • Skills:

    • Excellent pacing and dialogue

    • Collaborative brainstorming

    • Knowledge of Netflix-style pacing

  • Requirements:

    • Submit 1-2 sample scripts

    • Must be fluent in Final Draft or equivalent

    • Previous TV writing experience preferred


3. Casting Director

  • Type: Pre-Production Casting

  • Gender: Any

  • Description: Responsible for casting lead and supporting roles. Works closely with the director and producer.

  • Skills:

    • Strong talent network

    • Negotiation & deal-making

    • Script breakdown & character profiling

  • Requirements:

    • Experience with TV/streaming casting

    • Must be union-compliant

    • 3+ years in casting preferred


4. Line Producer

  • Type: Budgeting / Scheduling

  • Gender: Any

  • Description: Manages day-to-day operations, budgets, scheduling, and resources during production.

  • Skills:

    • Production budgeting (Movie Magic Budgeting, etc.)

    • Staff supervision

    • Logistics & problem-solving

  • Requirements:

    • Prior experience as Line Producer

    • Strong references

    • Must be available for 6+ months


5. Production Designer

  • Type: Art Department

  • Gender: Any

  • Description: Leads the overall visual aesthetic, including sets, colors, props, and environments.

  • Skills:

    • Set and mood board creation

    • Scene-by-scene design matching tone

    • Collaboration with DP and director

  • Requirements:

    • Portfolio of work

    • Experience in psychological thrillers preferred

  • SECTION B: PRODUCTION ROLES


    6. Director (Pilot + Lead Director)

    • Type: Creative Leadership

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Directs key episodes and sets the tone for the series' visual and emotional language.

    • Skills:

      • Shot design and actor direction

      • Performance and emotional nuance

      • Team leadership on set

    • Requirements:

      • Must have directed at least 1 distributed TV series or indie film

      • Showreel required


    7. Director of Photography (DP)

    • Type: Camera/Visuals

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Oversees camera work, lighting, and visual tone. Works closely with Director and Production Designer.

    • Skills:

      • Camera systems (RED, Arri, Sony)

      • Lighting composition

      • Visual storytelling

    • Requirements:

      • Strong cinematography reel

      • Prior streaming/TV experience preferred


    8. Gaffer / Lighting Technician

    • Type: Technical

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Leads lighting setup and team. Supports DP in mood creation.

    • Skills:

      • Light rigging and safety

      • DMX lighting systems

    • Requirements:

      • Previous on-set experience

      • Availability for full shoot window


    9. Sound Mixer (On-Set)

    • Type: Audio

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Captures high-quality audio during filming. Manages boom op and mics.

    • Skills:

      • Field recording

      • Dialogue isolation

    • Requirements:

      • Equipment provided preferred

      • Experience with multi-cam TV


    10. Script Supervisor

    • Type: Continuity

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Tracks all script-related changes and continuity on set.

    • Skills:

      • Detail tracking

      • Real-time script annotation

    • Requirements:

      • Prior work on set

      • Excellent attention to continuity


    11. Assistant Director (AD)

    • Type: Scheduling / Set Management

    • Gender: Any

    • Description: Manages set logistics, call times, crew coordination.

    • Skills:

      • Efficient coordination

      • Commanding leadership

    • Requirements:

      • Must have worked as 1st or 2nd AD on similar productions

    • SECTION C: POST-PRODUCTION ROLES


      12. Editor (Series)

      • Type: Post Production

      • Gender: Any

      • Description: Edits raw footage into finished episodes. Works with director and showrunner.

      • Skills:

        • Narrative pacing

        • Adobe Premiere / DaVinci / Avid

      • Requirements:

        • Must provide past reel of narrative work

        • TV/streaming experience preferred


      13. Sound Designer

      • Type: Audio / Post

      • Gender: Any

      • Description: Designs ambient sound, mood, and effects for each scene.

      • Skills:

        • Foley

        • Atmosphere layering

      • Requirements:

        • Past work in thrillers/sci-fi preferred

        • Deliver 5.1 mix capability


      14. Colorist

      • Type: Post Production

      • Gender: Any

      • Description: Color grades final cut of each episode to match mood and tone.

      • Skills:

        • DaVinci Resolve

        • Color theory & visual mood

      • Requirements:

        • Experience in dark-toned series or features

        • Showreel required

        • SECTION D: MARKETING / DISTRIBUTION


          15. Publicist / PR Coordinator

          • Type: Marketing

          • Gender: Any

          • Description: Handles press releases, social buzz, and public-facing content.

          • Skills:

            • Media pitching

            • Crisis PR readiness

          • Requirements:

            • Must have streaming or film/TV marketing experience


          16. Social Media Manager

          • Type: Digital

          • Gender: Any

          • Description: Creates teasers, behind-the-scenes, manages Instagram/TikTok/X presence.

          • Skills:

            • Adobe Creative Suite

            • Trend tracking

          • Requirements:

            • Past campaigns in entertainment required


          17. Distribution Manager / Coordinator

          • Type: Business & Legal

          • Gender: Any

          • Description: Manages licensing, Netflix compliance, and platform delivery.

          • Skills:

            • Legal paperwork

            • Platform spec compliance

          • Requirements:

            • Netflix delivery spec knowledge

            • Proven credits in streaming distribution

            • CUSTOM CASTING CALLS FOR “THE EIGHTH DOOR”
              Production Company: Glassline Pictures
              Project Title: The Eighth Door
              Type of Production: TV & Video – 8-Episode Psychological Thriller
              Platform: Targeting Netflix
              Location: United States (Atlanta-based production)
              Union Status: SAG-AFTRA
              Rate: Paid (Rates vary by role; see below)
              Shooting Schedule: February – May 2026

              SERIES PREMISE
              A young psychiatrist returns to her seemingly perfect hometown to investigate her twin brother’s mysterious death. What she uncovers is a secretive memory-manipulation clinic and an ancient psychological phenomenon called The Eighth Door — a level of consciousness never meant to be opened. Reality bends, identities shift, and no one is who they seem in this mind-bending thriller.

              CASTING BREAKDOWNS + APPLICATION INFO
              ROLE 1: Dr. Lyra Vance (Lead)
              Gender: Female

              Age Range: 28–35

              Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities

              Description: A brilliant, emotionally closed-off psychiatrist with a history of childhood trauma. She is skeptical, fiercely intelligent, and haunted by her twin brother’s mysterious death. Lyra is a woman who hides deep instability beneath controlled precision.

              Character Arc: Starts grounded and logical, but slowly unravels psychologically as she questions reality, identity, and her own memories.

              Required Skills: Strong dramatic range, subtle emotional shifts, must carry complex psychological scenes.

              Rate: $2,000/day (8–10 shoot days across season)

              Union Status: SAG-AFTRA preferred

              ROLE 2: Dorian Vance (Lead / Flashback & Vision Role)
              Gender: Male

              Age Range: 28–35

              Ethnicity: Same or similar to Lyra

              Description: Lyra’s deceased twin brother. Charismatic, impulsive, and philosophical. Appears in flashbacks and hallucinations, representing both her guilt and the mystery of the town’s secrets.

              Character Arc: His presence grows more sinister and surreal throughout the series, blurring the line between memory and manipulation.

              Required Skills: Dual-tone performance — warm and unsettling. Ideal for actors with experience in layered or symbolic roles.

              Rate: $1,800/day (6–8 days total)

              Union Status: SAG-AFTRA preferred

              ROLE 3: Dr. Eamon Rusk (Supporting – Antagonist)
              Gender: Male

              Age Range: 45–60

              Ethnicity: Open to all

              Description: The lead psychiatrist at the experimental memory clinic. Calm, elegant, and unnervingly composed. Speaks like a philosopher, hides like a predator.

              Character Arc: Beneath his tranquil exterior lies obsession and ambition. He sees Lyra as both threat and test subject.

              Required Skills: Strong stage or screen presence. Ability to blend charm with cold menace.

              Rate: $1,200/day (5–6 shoot days)

              ROLE 4: Mina Ellery (Supporting – Best Friend / Hacker)
              Gender: Female

              Age Range: 25–32

              Ethnicity: Open (BIPOC strongly encouraged)

              Description: Lyra’s childhood best friend, now a conspiracy theorist and dark web coder. Sardonic, street-smart, emotionally loyal but unfiltered.

              Character Arc: Comic relief meets emotional tether. As Lyra falls deeper into the psychological abyss, Mina pulls her back — until she too is pulled in.

              Required Skills: Comedic timing + dramatic range. Comfort with technical dialogue.

              Rate: $1,000/day (5–7 shoot days)

              ROLE 5: Ezra Kellan (Supporting – Clinic Patient)
              Gender: Male

              Age Range: 30–40

              Ethnicity: Open

              Description: A mysterious patient who knows more than he should. Distant, cryptic, emotionally fractured. He appears throughout the series as a potential ally or a figment of Lyra’s psyche.

              Character Arc: Symbolizes the broken mind and the risk of opening "the eighth door."

              Required Skills: Emotionally expressive, subtle physical acting, strong with abstract dialogue.

              Rate: $1,000/day (4–5 shoot days)

              HOW TO APPLY (All Roles)
              Send the following to: [email protected]
              Subject Line: [Role Name] – The Eighth Door

              Full name

              Resume / CV

              Reel or 1-minute monologue (YouTube or Vimeo link preferred)

              2 Headshots (standard + character look)

              Union Status

              Availability (Feb–May 2026)

 

 

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Wicked Superfans – All Ages

Job Description
Are you, your child, or your entire family obsessed with the magical world of Wicked? A casting team is looking for lively and passionate Wicked superfans of all ages who have been touched by the music, characters, or themes of the beloved musical. This opportunity is open globally and seeks to showcase personal stories of inspiration and transformation connected to the world of Wicked.

Job Responsibilities

  • Share a personal story about how Wicked has impacted your life

  • Participate in on-camera segments celebrating your fandom

  • Represent the global Wicked fan community with enthusiasm and authenticity

Requirements

  • Open to fans of all ages from around the world

  • Must have a genuine, heartfelt connection to Wicked (songs, characters, story, etc.)

  • Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian apply on their behalf

  • Must be willing to appear on-camera and speak about your Wicked experience

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)

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Male Theatre Performer to Portray Sons of Liberty

Job Description
A live event production is seeking experienced non-union male theatre performers to portray members of the Sons of Liberty in an upcoming historical reenactment. Performers should be confident, expressive, and able to bring historical characters to life with clarity and conviction. This is a dynamic opportunity to engage with live audiences while showcasing your classical performance skills.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Sons of Liberty characters in a scripted live performance

  • Attend rehearsals and participate in a Zoom callback

  • Collaborate with the creative team and fellow actors to deliver an authentic experience

  • Represent historical figures with accuracy, emotion, and stage presence

Requirements

  • Male performers, white, ages 20s–50s

  • Strong theatre background preferred

  • Must be non-union

  • Must be available for Zoom callback, in-person rehearsal, and performance

  • Willingness to travel to and work in Boston

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $600

  • Rehearsal Rate: $250

  • Hotel accommodations and meals provided during rehearsal and performance days

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Rave Security – TV Series Background Role

Job Description
A popular television series is seeking male background actors to portray rave security personnel in an exciting upcoming episode. This non-union role is ideal for performers with a strong presence who can embody the look of professional event security. Candidates must be reliable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a rave security guard in a high-energy nightclub scene

  • Follow on-set directions from production and background coordinators

  • Maintain continuity and character throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male performers, ages 25–55

  • Must be a local hire in the Nashville or Franklin, TN area

  • Must be available for up to 12+ hours on set

  • Must be fully available even if the shoot time is not announced until the afternoon before

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour)

  • 8-hour guarantee + time-and-a-half overtime if applicable

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Real Tradespeople for Pennsylvania Marketing Campaign

Job Description
A statewide marketing campaign is seeking real union tradespeople to be featured in a powerful new video production. Casting directors are looking for electricians, welders, plumbers, pipefitters, masons, steamfitters, and other skilled workers whose careers reflect dedication, community impact, and long-term security through union support. Selected participants will appear on camera and speak honestly about their trade, their pride in their work, and how their careers have positively influenced their lives and communities.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in on-camera interviews discussing your trade and personal experience

  • Represent the values of union-supported careers in skilled trades

  • Collaborate with a professional crew to capture authentic, heartfelt stories

  • Be available for a 2-day shoot during the week of August 25

Requirements

  • Must be a real tradesperson working in a union-supported career

  • Open to electricians, welders, masons, plumbers, pipefitters, and similar roles

  • Comfortable speaking on camera about personal work experience

  • Must be based in Pennsylvania or available to work in the state

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

  • Featured role in a professionally produced statewide campaign

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High-Level Male Basketball Players for TV Show

Job Description
A major TV production is casting experienced male basketball players to appear in an upcoming sports-themed series. Talent must have a high-level skillset and strong on-court presence that aligns with an NBA look and style of play. This is a fantastic opportunity for hoopers looking to showcase their athleticism on-screen while working on a high-profile project. All applicants must be local to the Los Angeles area, as filming will take place over several weeks from August through October.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced basketball movements and game sequences on camera

  • Work closely with directors and choreographers to execute play sequences

  • Maintain physical endurance and consistency throughout long filming days

  • Be camera-ready and represent the look and energy of elite players

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–40

  • Must be highly skilled in basketball and possess an NBA-style look

  • Must live in the Los Angeles area

  • Submit current photo, height, weight, shirt/jersey size, shoe size

  • Include any visible tattoos, basketball experience, recent game video, and contact info

Compensation

  • Paid role for multi-week shoot

  • On-set exposure in a professional television production

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