Christmas Romantic Vertical Series Los Angeles Casting Call

Bartender – Featured Role

Job Description
An action-driven vertical drama series is casting a Bartender to appear in a high-energy nightclub sequence. This character helps set the tone of the scene, interacting naturally with patrons and contributing to the lively club environment. While this is a non-speaking role, the Bartender should have strong on-camera presence, confidence, and the ability to follow direction with ease. The ideal actor will bring authenticity, professionalism, and a polished look that fits an upscale nightlife setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident, attentive bartender in a nightclub setting

• Perform natural bar-related actions such as wiping counters, pouring drinks, and interacting with background actors

• Follow direction for movement, continuity, and timing within multiple takes

• Work with hair, makeup, and wardrobe teams for a polished, club-appropriate appearance

• Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming

Requirements

• Male or female, any ethnicity, 20s–40s

• Polished, stylish appearance suitable for a modern nightclub

• Comfortable with non-verbal acting and natural background interactions

• Ability to take direction well and maintain consistent actions between takes

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• Featured background role

• Standard featured extra day rate

Malachi – Supporting Role

Job Description
An intense action-thriller vertical series is seeking an actor to portray Malachi, a sharp and strategic member of a criminal organization. Malachi is intelligent, alert, and always calculating the next move. He commands respect through his calm demeanor and ability to stay composed, even when tensions rise. As the story unfolds, Malachi becomes a key figure in coordinating operations and confronting challenges head-on. This role requires strong dramatic instincts, a grounded presence, and confidence performing scenes involving light staged physicality and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a focused, strategic figure with controlled intensity

• Deliver calm yet commanding dialogue in high-pressure scenes

• Perform light staged physical action under stunt supervision

• Collaborate with directors and stunt teams during dramatic sequences

• Wear special-effects makeup such as minor cuts, bruises, or stage blood

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, 20s–40s

• Strong dramatic presence with the ability to play calculated and composed

• Comfortable with staged physicality and on-set safety guidance

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup

• Reliable, professional, and able to adapt to fast-paced production environments

Compensation

• Rate: $150 / 12-hour day

Cocktail Waitress – Featured Role

Job Description
An action-packed vertical drama series is casting a Cocktail Waitress to appear in an upscale nightclub scene. This character is stylish, confident, and comfortable working in a high-energy environment. The role involves background interaction with lead characters, creating a realistic atmosphere within a nightclub setting. While this is not a speaking role, the character adds visual depth and authenticity to the scene. The ideal actress should bring natural charisma, professionalism, and the ability to take direction well.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident and attentive cocktail waitress in a nightclub environment

• Interact naturally with background actors and lead cast to enhance scene realism

• Follow direction on movement, reactions, and continuity

• Work with hair, makeup, and wardrobe teams for a polished, nightclub-ready appearance

• Maintain professionalism and consistency during multiple takes

Requirements

• Female, any ethnicity, 20s–30s

• Polished appearance that fits a modern nightclub atmosphere

• Comfortable performing non-verbal acting and natural interactions

• Ability to take direction and maintain continuity

• Reliable and punctual throughout production days

Compensation

• Featured background role

• Standard day rate for featured extras

Walter – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-driven vertical drama series is looking for an actor to portray Walter, a tough, seasoned enforcer in his 40s to 50s. Walter is a no-nonsense, disciplined member of the organization—calm under pressure, methodical in his actions, and fiercely loyal to his employers. He’s the type who doesn’t waste words and lets his presence speak for itself. When situations escalate, Walter is the steady force who steps in to take control. This role requires a grounded performance, strong physical presence, and comfort with staged action and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stoic, experienced enforcer with a commanding presence

• Perform staged physical action scenes, including grapples, punches, and controlled falls

• Work closely with stunt coordinators to execute action safely

• Wear special-effects makeup such as cuts, bruises, and stage blood

• Deliver calm, intense performances during high-stakes moments

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, 40s–50s

• Strong dramatic presence with the ability to play quiet intensity

• Comfortable with staged physicality and following stunt team direction

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup (bruises, cuts, blood)

• Professional, dependable, and able to handle long shoot hours

Compensation

• Rate: $150 / 12-hour day

Boris – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-packed vertical drama series is seeking an actor to portray Boris, a loyal yet rough-edged member of a criminal organization. Boris is tough, imposing, and always ready to follow orders, even when things get violent. While he isn’t the smartest or the most strategic member of the crew, his physical strength and unwavering loyalty make him a reliable enforcer. This role requires a strong screen presence, comfort with staged physicality, and the ability to bring a gritty, grounded energy to intense scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a rugged and loyal enforcer with an intimidating presence

• Perform staged action sequences including punches, grapples, and falls under stunt supervision

• Deliver serious, grounded performances in high-pressure and confrontation-heavy scenes

• Wear special-effects makeup such as bruises, cuts, and stage blood

• Collaborate closely with directors, stunt teams, and fellow cast members

Requirements

• Male, White/European appearance, 20s–40s

• Strong physical presence and ability to portray a tough, intimidating character

• Comfortable with staged fights, light stunt work, and on-set safety direction

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup including cuts, bruises, and blood

• Reliable, professional, and able to handle long shoot days

Compensation

• Rate: $150 / 12-hour day

Slimy Lackey & Responsible Lackey – Supporting Roles

Job Description
An action-packed vertical drama series is casting two contrasting supporting characters within a criminal organization: the Slimy Lackey and the Responsible Lackey. Both roles bring unique energy to the story and contribute to the escalating tension surrounding key events.

The Slimy Lackey is jittery, cowardly, and constantly on edge. He panics easily, speaks in frantic bursts, and folds under pressure. His nervous behavior adds comedic tension to otherwise intense situations.

The Responsible Lackey serves as his opposite—calm, professional, and efficient. He follows orders with precision, maintains composure in dangerous moments, and keeps operations running smoothly.

These roles require expressive physical acting, strong character work, and comfort with light staged physicality and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring distinct personalities to each character: frantic and panicked for Slimy Lackey; calm and disciplined for Responsible Lackey

• Deliver dialogue that reflects the unique tone of each role

• Perform light staged physical movements under stunt supervision

• Collaborate with cast, directors, and stunt coordinators in high-energy scenes

• Wear special-effects makeup such as minor cuts, bruises, or stage blood

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, 20s–40s

• Strong acting range to embody comedic nervousness or calm professionalism

• Ability to perform light staged physicality safely

• Comfortable with special-effects makeup

• Professional, reliable, and adaptable on set

Compensation

• Rate: $150 / 12-hour day

Oksana – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-packed vertical drama series is seeking an actress to portray Oksana, a sharp, cold, and calculating woman in her early 40s. Oksana is a high-ranking member of the organization—strategic, commanding, and unshakable under pressure. She is known for her intimidating presence and ability to control a room with just a look. As the story unfolds, Oksana becomes deeply involved in the escalating conflict surrounding Isaac, delivering icy dialogue and commanding attention in every scene. This role requires strong dramatic instincts, a powerful presence, and comfort performing scenes with emotional intensity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stern, authoritative figure with a commanding and controlled demeanor

• Deliver intense and emotionally layered performances during confrontations

• Work with special-effects makeup including stage blood, cuts, and bruises

• Perform scenes with staged physical moments under stunt supervision

• Collaborate with directors and stunt teams for high-tension sequences

Requirements

• White/European appearance, female, early 40s

• Strong dramatic range and ability to play an icy, intimidating character

• Comfortable with staged physical action and special-effects makeup

• Professional, reliable, and able to maintain composure in high-pressure scenes

Compensation

• Rate: $200 / 12-hour day

Igor – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-heavy vertical drama series is looking for an actor to play Igor, a violent and unpredictable Russian mob enforcer in his 30s. As Vasile’s son, Igor is feared for his brutality and total disregard for honor or restraint. When the criminal network becomes entangled in Isaac’s situation, Igor handles the problem the only way he knows how—through force. This role requires a strong physical presence, intense emotional delivery, and comfort performing staged combat and wearing special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a ruthless, aggressive mob enforcer with a volatile personality

• Perform scenes involving staged physical contact (slaps, punches, falls) under stunt supervision

• Work with prop guns (no real firearms)

• Collaborate with stunt and safety teams during physical sequences

• Wear special-effects makeup such as bruises, cuts, and stage blood

Requirements

• White/European appearance, male, 30s

• Strong ability to portray violent, intimidating characters

• Comfortable with staged physical action and direction from stunt coordinators

• Comfortable with special-effects makeup including bruises, cuts, and blood

• Professionalism and reliability on long shoot days

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day

Alex – Supporting Role

Job Description
An intense action-thriller series is seeking an actor to portray Alex, a rugged, imposing fighter in his mid to late 20s. Alex is a loyal but ruthless enforcer within the organization, known for his strength, fearlessness, and ability to follow orders without hesitation. He steps into the story during high-stakes moments involving Isaac, taking part in physically demanding and intense action sequences. This role requires a strong screen presence, comfort with staged combat, and the ability to portray a hardened, intimidating character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tough, skilled fighter with a commanding physical presence

• Perform staged physical action scenes, including punches, grapples, and falls

• Work with stunt coordinators to safely execute choreographed fights

• Wear special-effects makeup such as bruises, cuts, and stage blood

• Deliver intense and grounded performances in action-heavy scenes

Requirements

• White/European appearance, male, mid–late 20s

• Strong physique and ability to perform physical roles

• Comfortable with staged fights and taking direction from stunt teams

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup (cuts, bruises, blood)

• Reliable, professional, and able to handle demanding shoot days

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day

Vasile – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-packed vertical drama series is seeking an actor to portray Vasile, a powerful and intimidating Russian mob leader in his 60s. Vasile is ruthless, strategic, and unwavering in his authority. As the father of a key antagonist, he understands the danger surrounding Isaac and is fully prepared to eliminate any threat to protect his criminal empire. The role requires strong dramatic presence, the ability to portray a hardened crime boss, and confidence performing scenes with staged physicality and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a commanding and feared mob leader with intensity and emotional restraint

• Perform scenes involving staged physical contact (slaps, punches, falls) under stunt supervision

• Collaborate with stunt coordinators to safely execute action sequences

• Work with special-effects makeup such as bruises, cuts, and stage blood

• Deliver grounded, authoritative performances during high-tension interactions

Requirements

• White/European appearance, male, age 60s

• Ability to embody a powerful, intimidating presence

• Comfortable with staged physical action and following stunt team guidance

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup (bruises, cuts, stage blood)

• Strong dramatic instincts and reliability on set

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day

Dmitri – Supporting Role

Job Description
An action-driven vertical series is casting an actor to play Dmitri, a slick and intimidating mobster in his late 20s to early 30s. While he initially appears calm and controlled, his true nature is dark, predatory, and cruel. Dmitri is the one who abducts Natalie and later taunts Isaac, confident and deliberate in every move he makes. This role requires strong dramatic instincts, the ability to embody a cold and menacing presence, and comfort performing scenes that involve staged physicality and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a calculating, smooth-talking mobster with hidden brutality

• Perform scenes with staged physical contact (slaps, punches, falls) under stunt supervision

• Collaborate closely with stunt coordinators to safely execute action sequences

• Work with special-effects makeup such as bruises, cuts, and stage blood

• Deliver intense, grounded performances in confrontation-heavy scenes

Requirements

• White/European appearance, male, late 20s–early 30s

• Ability to portray a cold, ruthless antagonist

• Comfortable with staged physical action and direction from stunt teams

• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup (bruises, cuts, stage blood)

• Strong emotional control and presence in high-stakes scenes

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day

Cassius – Supporting Role

Job Description
A gritty action-thriller project is seeking an actor to portray Cassius, a charming yet sinister man in his late 30s. Cassius is a calculated sociopath whose calm exterior masks a violent and unpredictable nature. As a high-ranking member of an assassin organization, he lives every day ready for danger. When Isaac reappears after years of being presumed dead, Cassius becomes determined to uncover the truth and punish the imposter he believes stands before him. This role features intense character work, physical scenes, and emotionally charged confrontations.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth to a complex villain with a charismatic but dangerous presence
• Perform staged physical combat scenes (kicking, punching, grappling, falling) under stunt supervision
• Work with prop weapons (no real firearms)
• Collaborate closely with stunt and safety teams to execute action sequences
• Deliver strong dramatic performance in tense, high-stakes moments

Requirements

• Any ethnicity, male, late 30s
• Ability to portray a cold, intimidating sociopath with emotional nuance
• Comfortable performing staged fights and action choreography with a stunt coordinator
• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup: bruises, cuts, stage blood
• Professional, reliable, and able to handle physical roles safely

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day
• Supporting role with multiple physical scenes
• Stunt coordinator provided for all action sequences