Casting Call for Santa

Female Actor (40s–50s) for Micro-Drama Speaking Role

Job Description
A vertical micro-drama production is casting a female actor for a speaking role in a series of short-form scenes. This project is seeking confident, experienced talent to portray professional and social characters such as office workers, reporters, and gala guests. The role requires strong on-camera presence and the ability to deliver natural dialogue in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role in a micro-drama production
• Portray characters in professional and social settings
• Deliver clear, natural dialogue on camera
• Collaborate with the production team across multiple shoot days

Requirements

• Female, ages 40s–50s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Strong acting ability and comfortable with speaking roles
• Must be available for 1–4 shoot days within the production window
• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

Compensation

• $150 for a 12-hour day
• Multi-day booking potential (1–4 days)

Background Actors with Physical Disabilities for TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is casting background actors with physical disabilities for ongoing roles throughout the season. This production is committed to authentic representation and is seeking individuals who can bring real-life experiences and presence to the screen. This is a great opportunity for both experienced performers and newcomers to be part of a high-profile series.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a television series
• Contribute to authentic, diverse on-screen representation
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism and consistency on set

Requirements

• Individuals with physical disabilities
• Open to all experience levels
• Comfortable working on camera
• Reliable and able to follow direction
• Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $234 for up to 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Non-union: $187 for up to 10 hours (overtime after 10 hours)
• Ongoing work opportunities throughout the season

Window Cleaners for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real window cleaners for an upcoming campaign. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who can bring authenticity and a strong work presence to a visually engaging shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a window cleaner in a commercial setting
• Maintain a natural and confident on-camera presence
• Follow direction during filming and fittings
• Participate in scheduled production activities

Requirements

• Real window cleaners, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be UK-based or able to work locally
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Seamstresses, Pattern Cutters, and Dressmakers for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real seamstresses, pattern cutters, and dressmakers for an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for skilled creatives in the fashion industry to showcase their craft in an authentic, on-camera role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray your real profession on camera
• Deliver a natural and confident presence
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in fittings and filming schedule

Requirements

• Real seamstresses, pattern cutters, or dressmakers, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be based in the UK or able to work locally
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Electricians for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking real electricians for a professional campaign. This role is perfect for skilled tradespeople who can bring realism and authenticity to on-screen work environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an electrician in a commercial setting
• Maintain a natural and professional on-camera presence
• Follow direction during filming and fittings
• Participate in scheduled production days

Requirements

• Real electricians, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be UK-based or able to work locally
• Comfortable appearing on camera

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Graphic Designers for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real graphic designers to appear in an authentic, professional setting. This project is looking for creative individuals who can naturally represent their craft on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a graphic designer
• Showcase a natural, professional presence
• Follow production direction during filming
• Participate in fittings and scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Real graphic designers, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be based in the UK or able to work locally
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Gardeners for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking real gardeners for an upcoming bank campaign. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with hands-on gardening experience who can bring authenticity and personality to a lifestyle-driven shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a gardener in a commercial setting
• Deliver natural, authentic on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in fittings and filming schedule

Requirements

• Real gardeners, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be UK-based or able to work locally
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Architects for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real architects for a bank advertisement. This project is seeking authentic professionals who can bring a natural and relatable presence to the screen. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for working architects to step into a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying your real profession
• Deliver a natural and authentic presence
• Follow direction during filming and fittings
• Participate in recall and production schedule

Requirements

• Real architects, ages 25–50
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be based in the UK or able to work locally
• Comfortable on camera with a natural presence

Compensation

• £350 base rate
• £2000 buyout if featured in final edit
• Paid commercial opportunity

Levi Role – Male Actor for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting a male actor to portray “Levi” in a dramatic reenactment. This role requires a strong on-camera presence and the ability to handle intense subject matter, including scenes involving scripted violence. The production is seeking talent who closely matches the physical description and can deliver a realistic, compelling performance in a non-union project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Levi” in a true crime reenactment
• Perform scenes involving dramatic and intense content
• Follow direction to ensure authenticity and continuity
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 30–40s
• Strawberry blonde hair and/or facial hair
• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting
• Comfortable with scripted violence and mature content
• Strong acting ability and on-camera confidence

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Hotel accommodation provided

Laura Role – Female Actor for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting a female actor to portray “Laura” in a dramatic recreation scene. This role requires strong on-camera presence and the ability to handle intense subject matter, including scripted violence and murder-related content. The production is seeking talent who closely matches the physical description and can deliver a realistic and compelling performance in a non-union project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Laura” in a true crime reenactment
• Perform scenes involving intense and dramatic subject matter
• Follow direction to achieve realistic storytelling
• Maintain professionalism and focus on set

Requirements

• White female, ages 30–40s
• Shoulder-length reddish-brown hair
• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting
• Comfortable with scripted violence and mature content
• Strong acting ability and on-camera confidence

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Hotel accommodation provided

Job Description
A narrative film project is casting actors for Roll With It, a coming-of-age story about a college freshman navigating identity, connection, and personal growth. The story follows Jamie, who struggles to adjust to college life until his sister introduces him to roller skating, transforming his outlook.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in a short film
• Participate in scheduled shoot days and follow direction from the production team
• Collaborate with cast and crew to bring characters to life

Roles Casting

Jamie

• 19 years old, shy and soft-spoken
• Experiencing a difficult freshman year transition
• Seeking Black male actor, ages 18–22, who can pass as a college freshman

Jessie

• 22 years old, outgoing, protective, and wise
• Older sister figure who encourages Jamie
• Seeking Black female actor, ages 20–25

Chase

• 19 years old, extroverted and empathetic
• Attempts to connect with Jamie
• Seeking Black male actor, ages 18–20, who can pass as a college freshman

Requirements

• Must submit headshots
• Ability to portray emotionally grounded, character-driven roles
• Availability for all shoot dates

Compensation

• Not specified

Job Description
Red Door Productions is casting actors for an off-off Broadway production of The Children’s Hour by Lillian Hellman. Set in 1934, this powerful play explores themes of rumor, reputation, and the societal pressures placed on women. The production will take place in New York’s West Village and offers actors the opportunity to perform in a thought-provoking and emotionally rich stage production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a live stage production of The Children’s Hour
• Attend rehearsals and collaborate with the director and cast
• Deliver strong, emotionally driven performances
• Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if selected
• Maintain professionalism throughout the rehearsal and performance process

Requirements

• Open to actors of all ethnicities
• Must be able to perform with a Northeastern American accent
• Strong acting ability and stage presence
• Must be available for rehearsals and performances in New York
• Ability to prepare and submit a 1–2 minute contemporary monologue

Roles

Mary Tilford

• Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
• Manipulative, clever, and emotionally complex

Doctor Joseph Cardin

• Male, ages 28–35
• Warm, charming, and grounded

Mrs. Lily Mortar

• Female, ages 45–65
• Theatrical, self-absorbed, and expressive

Rosalie Wells

• Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
• Nervous but morally conflicted

Peggy Rogers

• Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
• Hardworking and vulnerable

Evelyn Munn

• Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
• Timid and eager to please

Agatha

• Female, ages 40–60
• Strong-willed and observant

Catherine / Lois Fisher / Janet / Leslie

• Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
• Various student roles with distinct personalities

Grocery Boy

• Male, plays teen (casting 18+)
• Awkward and curious

Compensation

• Unpaid
• Actors will receive performance credit and materials (photos/video if applicable)