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Middle School Male Actor for Television Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting a young male actor to portray a middle school student. This role calls for a confident, charming performer with a clean-cut appearance and a warm, natural presence on camera. The character will appear opposite a female counterpart in school-based scenes, making authenticity and relatability key.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a middle school student in scripted television scenes

• Deliver natural, age-appropriate performances

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Work professionally on set with fellow youth actors

Requirements

• Male actors ages 14–17

• Must convincingly portray a middle school student

• Clean-cut appearance

• Confident, charming, and warm on camera

• Prior acting experience preferred

• Non-union performers only

Compensation

• Paid acting role

• Non-union television rates

True Crime Recreation Role – Victim

Job Description
A non-union true crime television series for a major network is casting a male performer to portray a victim in a crime recreation scene. This role is part of a dramatic reenactment with no scripted dialogue and is filmed in a controlled, low-pressure environment. The production is seeking talent with a strong physical presence to match a specific character profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a true crime reenactment scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Perform non-speaking, physical acting for realism

• Maintain professionalism during evening filming

Requirements

• Male talent, late teens to 20s

• Athletic or college football-style build

• Preferred height 6’1” or taller

• Comfortable portraying scripted violence and alcohol-related scenes

• Non-union performers only

• Must be available during the scheduled filming window

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Chris – Friend Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A television reenactment series is seeking a male performer to portray Chris, a friend appearing in fraternity party scenes. This role supports the background storytelling and requires an athletic presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend in reenactment scenes

• Follow direction and scene blocking

• Maintain professional behavior on set

Requirements

• White male

• Dark hair

• Athletic build

Compensation

• $75 per day

Matt – Witness Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A television reenactment series is casting a male performer to portray Matt, a witness in the storyline. This role requires physical fitness and the ability to convey reactions clearly on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a witness in reenactment scenes

• Deliver believable visual reactions

• Follow production direction

• Maintain continuity across scenes

Requirements

• White male

• Ages 18–20s

• Athletic build

Compensation

• $100 per day

Antonio’s Girlfriend – Supporting Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A television reenactment series is seeking a female performer to portray Antonio’s girlfriend. This role supports the storyline and requires a natural, relatable on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a girlfriend character in reenactment scenes

• React naturally within social settings

• Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

• Female performer

• Ages 18–20s

• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $75 per day

Antonio – Friend Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network television reenactment series is casting a young male performer to portray Antonio, a friend within the storyline. This role appears in multiple scenes and requires an athletic, grounded presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend in reenactment scenes

• Perform natural reactions on camera

• Follow on-set direction

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Black male

• Ages 18–20s

• Short hair

• Athletic build

Compensation

• $135 per day

Holly – Friend Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A television reenactment series is seeking a female performer to portray Holly, a friend appearing in a fraternity party storyline. This role focuses on visual storytelling and background interaction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend in reenactment scenes

• React naturally within group environments

• Follow production direction

• Maintain continuity on set

Requirements

• White female

• Short blonde hair

• Comfortable appearing on camera

Compensation

• $100 per day

Sean – Friend of Victim Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network television reenactment series is casting a young male performer to portray Sean, a close friend of the victim. This role appears across multiple scenes and requires strong visual storytelling through reactions and movement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a concerned friend in reenactment scenes

• React naturally within dramatic scenarios

• Follow on-set direction

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White male

• Ages 18–20s

• Brown hair, dark eyes

• Athletic build

Compensation

• $125 per day

Shane – Perpetrator Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A television reenactment series is seeking an athletic male performer to portray Shane, a perpetrator in a fraternity-related storyline. This role involves scripted violence and requires a confident, controlled on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a perpetrator in scripted reenactment scenes

• Perform physical actions safely and convincingly

• Follow blocking and production direction

• Maintain consistency across scenes

Requirements

• White male

• Ages 18–20s

• Brown hair

• Athletic, college football–type build

• Comfortable with scripted violence

Compensation

• $135 per day

Trent – Victim Role for Television Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network television reenactment series is casting a physically athletic male performer to portray Trent, a victim in a dramatic storyline involving a fraternity party scenario. This role appears in visual, non-verbal scenes and does not require prior acting experience. Comfort with intense subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in scripted reenactment scenes

• Perform physical action naturally and safely

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during intense scenes

Requirements

• White male

• Ages 18–20s

• Blonde hair

• Height approximately 6’2”, athletic build

• Comfortable with scripted violence and implied binge drinking

Compensation

• $135 per day

Lead Roles for Dark Comedy Pilot

Job Description
A non-union pilot episode for a modular dark comedy is now casting lead roles. This Southern California–based project is seeking bold, confident performers with strong comedic instincts and big personalities. The production is looking for actors and improv performers who can think quickly, bring originality to their roles, and thrive in a character-driven comedy environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a scripted comedy pilot

• Bring strong comedic timing, personality, and improvisational ability

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to shape character moments

• Perform confidently on camera in a fast-paced production setting

Requirements

• Young Black male, ages 18–25, super-macho type

• Young Black male, ages 18–25, genius or tech-savvy type

• Young Latinx or racially ambiguous male, ages 18–25, longer hair a plus, ladies’ man/class clown type

• Young White male, ages 18–25, loves rap music and has strong personal style and swagger

• Must be confident, expressive, and comfortable with comedic performance

• Acting, improv, or comedy experience strongly preferred

Compensation

• Paid non-union lead roles

• Compensation discussed with selected talent

• Opportunity to star in a comedy pilot with strong creative exposure

Hand Double for Film/TV Production

Job Description
A film or television production is casting a skilled hand double to match the hands of a principal actor. This role is ideal for performers with precise hand control and strong cursive handwriting skills. The hand double will be featured in close-up shots and must closely match the look and movement required for continuity.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a hand double for a principal actor in close-up scenes

• Perform cursive writing that closely matches the principal actor’s handwriting

• Follow detailed direction from the director and production team

• Maintain consistency in hand positioning and movement across takes

• Remain professional and detail-oriented on set

Requirements

• White female

• Ages 20s–40s

• Left-handed

• Skilled in cursive handwriting

• Hands must be camera-ready and well-groomed

• Must be local or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $300 for up to 8 hours

• Paid non-union/SAG-AFTRA covered role

• Professional on-set experience