Casting Call for Santa

Older Character Types for Athletic Wear Commercial

Job Description

A paid athletic wear commercial is seeking older men and women with authentic, lived-in looks for featured extra roles in Everglades City, Florida. Casting directors are looking for genuine character faces rather than polished model types to portray members of a close-knit community.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured community members in commercial scenes.
• Participate in outdoor family and neighborhood sequences.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 50 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Authentic, natural appearance with strong character.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Everglades City, Florida.

Compensation

• $400, plus 20% agency fee.

Running Kids and Teens for Athletic Wear Commercial

Job Description

A paid athletic wear commercial is casting active kids and teens for featured extra roles in Everglades City, Florida. This opportunity is perfect for energetic young performers who enjoy running and outdoor activities. Selected talent will appear in running and family BBQ scenes for a national advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray active children and teens in commercial scenes.
• Participate in running and outdoor family BBQ sequences.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 8–15.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Active and comfortable participating in running scenes.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Everglades City, Florida.

Compensation

• $400, plus 20% agency fee.

Teens with Type 1 Diabetes for Documentary

Job Description

A documentary production is seeking teens ages 13–19 living with Type 1 diabetes to share their personal experiences in an upcoming film. This meaningful project aims to highlight the stories, challenges, passions, and everyday lives of young people navigating Type 1 diabetes. Casting directors are looking for authentic individuals who are comfortable sharing their journey on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your personal experience living with Type 1 diabetes.
• Participate in documentary interviews and filming.
• Collaborate with the production team to tell your story authentically.
• Represent the experiences of teens living with Type 1 diabetes.

Requirements

• Ages 13–19.
• Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
• Comfortable speaking about your personal journey on camera.
• Passionate about sharing your story in a documentary setting.

Compensation

• Paid documentary opportunity.

White Male Performers for Film Production

Job Description

A paid film production is seeking white male performers with a playing age of 18–22 for an upcoming shoot in Hamilton. This casting opportunity is open to both non-union and ACTRA members. Casting directors are looking for performers with short or buzz-cut hairstyles who are available for the scheduled filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in the production.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• White male performers with a playing age of 18–22.
• Short hair or buzz-cut hairstyle preferred.
• Available to film in Hamilton.
• Open to both Non-Union and ACTRA performers.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Storytellers with Authentic International Accents for Educational Video Project

Job Description

A paid educational media project is seeking English-speaking storytellers with authentic Latin American, East Asian, African, or Eastern European accents for an upcoming production in Concord, Massachusetts. Performers will bring scripted folktales to life for educational content, making this a great opportunity for actors, voice performers, and storytellers with strong narration skills and authentic accents.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted folktales on camera.
• Deliver engaging, natural storytelling performances.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in a four-hour filming session.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Fluent English speaker with an authentic Latin American, East Asian, African, or Eastern European accent.
• Strong storytelling or performance skills.
• Comfortable performing scripted educational content.
• Available to film in Concord, Massachusetts.

Compensation

• $800 for a 4-hour session.

Male Narrator for Historical Museum Documentary

Job Description

A paid non-union documentary is seeking a male actor to portray a modern-day narrator for a historical film produced for the Hampton History Museum in Hampton, Virginia. This 30-minute documentary explores the events surrounding the Battle of Hampton and the lives of Patriots, Loyalists, and civilians during the American Revolution. The ideal performer will deliver historical narration in a relatable, conversational style while bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead modern-day narrator in a historical documentary.
• Deliver scripted narration in a natural and engaging conversational style.
• Memorize dialogue and perform confidently on camera.
• Collaborate with the director to achieve an authentic performance.
• Participate in one scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Strong on-camera presence and storytelling ability.
• Comfortable memorizing scripted dialogue for the audition and filming.
• Able to deliver historical material with warmth, clarity, and authenticity.
• Available to film in Hampton, Virginia.

Compensation

• $250 per day.
• Prominent screen credit in the completed documentary.

HBCU Student Background Actors for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial and social media campaign is seeking Black performers to portray stylish HBCU student types in Atlanta, Georgia. This casting call is looking for confident, fashionable talent who can authentically represent modern HBCU campus life. Current HBCU students and alumni are especially encouraged to apply, but all performers who embody the collegiate style and energy are welcome. This opportunity celebrates Black excellence, culture, and confidence through featured campus scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray HBCU students in commercial and social media content.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Perform naturally in campus-inspired scenes.
• Represent an authentic, stylish collegiate atmosphere on camera.

Requirements

• Black males and females, ages 18–24.
• Current HBCU students or alumni are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Authentic modern HBCU-inspired style and confidence.
• Well-groomed hairstyles, including braids, locs, afros, twists, short cuts, natural styles, or waves.
• Available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• Featured background: $50 for up to 6 hours.
• Paid in cash at wrap.

Male Actor for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a male actor to portray “Tim” in an upcoming network television production filming in Knoxville. This paid acting opportunity is looking for a white male in his 20s who closely resembles the reference photo and is comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. This is a great opportunity for actors interested in dramatic reenactment productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Tim” in a true crime recreation series.
• Deliver an authentic performance in dramatic reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and crime-related content.

Requirements

• White male in his 20s.
• Must resemble the reference photo provided by production.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related scenes.
• Available to work in Knoxville.
• Non-union talent only.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Child Actress for Principal Speaking Role in Christmas Movie

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area is seeking a young actress for a principal speaking role. This paid opportunity is looking for a confident, outgoing girl who is comfortable on camera and able to follow simple direction. The selected child will portray an older version of a toddler character, so a similar appearance in skin tone, hair color, and overall look is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role in a Christmas movie.
• Follow simple direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in a self-tape audition if selected.
• Work professionally on set during scheduled filming.

Requirements

• African American or Mixed-Race female.
• Ages 2–3, with the ability to portray approximately a 2-year-old.
• Comfortable in front of the camera.
• Able to take simple direction.
• Similar appearance to the reference child, including skin tone, hair color, and overall look.
• Available to film in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $1,246 per day (SAG Basic Cable).

Casting Researcher for Global Technology Campaign

Job Description

A global technology campaign is seeking an experienced Casting Researcher to help discover extraordinary real-life stories and participants. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in casting research or documentary casting who excel at finding authentic contributors through charities, online communities, grassroots outreach, forums, and social media. If you’re passionate about uncovering meaningful stories and connecting with diverse communities, this role offers the chance to contribute to a high-profile international campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Research and identify authentic contributors for a global campaign.
• Source talent through charities, community organizations, online forums, and social media.
• Conduct outreach to individuals and relevant communities.
• Collaborate with the casting team to identify compelling real-life stories.
• Support documentary-style casting efforts from research through outreach.

Requirements

• Experience in casting research or documentary casting.
• Strong outreach, communication, and research skills.
• Resourceful and proactive approach to identifying exceptional contributors.
• Experience engaging with health and wellbeing, medical and patient communities, wearable technology, fitness and endurance sports, or charities is preferred.
• UK-based candidates are preferred.

Compensation

• Paid casting researcher opportunity.

Midwives and Expectant Mothers Who Use Samsung Health

Job Description

A global Samsung commercial campaign is seeking real midwives and expectant mothers who use a Samsung Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health to monitor their health. This paid commercial opportunity is looking for authentic Samsung users whose lives have been meaningfully impacted by the platform’s health features. No previous on-camera experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity to share your real story in a global campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as yourself in a global commercial campaign.
• Share your authentic experience using Samsung Health and a Samsung Galaxy Watch.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Participate in a one-day shoot if selected.

Requirements

• Must be a midwife or expectant mother.
• Must actively use a Samsung Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health.
• Looking for individuals whose lives have been positively impacted by Samsung Health features.
• No previous on-camera experience required.
• Available for filming in mid-August.

Compensation

• Up to US$5,000.
• Additional location fee if filming takes place in the participant’s home.

Actors for Family Adventure Short Film

Job Description

A short film is seeking local Oklahoma actors for multiple lead and supporting roles in a heartfelt family adventure story. The film follows three children who embark on a mission to save their beloved goldfish after it mysteriously begins swimming upside down. Casting is open to performers of various ages and backgrounds, with opportunities for both child and adult actors to bring memorable characters to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in a narrative short film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

• Must be local to Oklahoma.
• Seeking actors for the following roles:
  • Lead female child, age 9.
  • Supporting female child, age 7.
  • Supporting male child, age 9.
  • Supporting female, early 30s.
  • Supporting male, ages 50–70.
  • Supporting male teen, ages 15–17.
  • Supporting female child, age 9.
  • Supporting female child, age 8.
• Open to performers of all ethnicities.
• Acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation

• Paid short film opportunity.