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FX’s ‘English Teacher’ Open Casting Call for New Talent

Casting Call: High School Student Roles for New FX Comedy Show “ENGLISH TEACHER”

Job Details:

“ENGLISH TEACHER” is an upcoming comedy series by FX, set in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. The show revolves around a high school teacher’s life, highlighting the comedic yet challenging aspects of dealing with students and their parents in an ever-evolving educational landscape. As part of the ensemble, you will contribute to the authenticity and humor of the series, bringing to life the diverse student body of a modern high school.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a high school student in a believable and engaging manner, contributing to various scenes and episodes throughout the series.

  • Work closely with the directors, writers, and other cast members to develop a consistent and compelling character.

  • Participate in rehearsals as required, and be prepared to adapt to changes in script and direction.

  • Maintain a professional demeanor on set, adhering to schedules and respecting the collaborative environment of a television production.

Requirements:

  • Males and females who appear 13-18 years old, capable of convincingly portraying high school students.

  • Diverse ethnic backgrounds including but not limited to LatinX, Asian, Caucasian, and African American to reflect the multicultural student body.

  • Must appear very youthful, without facial hair, visible tattoos, or any other features that might detract from a high school student appearance.

  • Excellent acting skills and the ability to take direction well.

  • A positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure.

  • MUST be registered with Central Casting to be considered for this role and other projects.

Compensation Details:

  • Competitive pay rates in accordance with industry standards and experience.

  • Potential for additional compensation based on role size and involvement in the series.

  • Opportunities for career advancement and visibility in a national television series.

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Actor for Role of Preacher in True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is casting an actor to portray the role of Preacher. This non-union project will film in Knoxville, TN, and is an excellent opportunity for an experienced performer to take on a powerful and dramatic role in scripted reenactments.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Preacher in dramatic reenactment scenes

  • Deliver strong, believable performances that capture the essence of the character

  • Work with the production team to ensure authenticity and impact in storytelling

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 40s–50s

  • Must submit a full-length photo holding a piece of paper with the date written on it

  • Provide height, weight, and location (city/state)

Compensation

  • $125/day (flat, no hotel, travel, or stipend)

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Actor for Role of Young Vanessa in True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is casting the role of Young Vanessa. This non-union project will film in Knoxville, TN, and seeks a young performer to portray a pivotal character in scripted reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Young Vanessa in non-graphic reenactment scenes

  • Deliver natural, age-appropriate performances on camera

  • Follow direction to ensure accurate and authentic storytelling

  • Work professionally with the production team during filming

Requirements

  • Black female, ages 10–12 years old

  • Must submit a full-length photo holding a paper with the date written on it

  • Provide height, weight, location (city/state), and age

Compensation

  • $100/day (flat, no hotel, travel, or stipend)

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Actor for Role of Young Reola in True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an actor for the role of Young Reola. This non-union production will film in Knoxville, TN, and offers a chance for a young performer to showcase their talent in dramatic reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Young Reola in scripted non-graphic reenactment scenes

  • Deliver authentic and age-appropriate performances on camera

  • Work closely with the production team to capture accurate and emotional storytelling

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability during filming

Requirements

  • Black female, ages 12–15 years old

  • Must submit a full-length photo holding a paper with the date written on it

  • Provide height, weight, location (city/state), and age

Compensation

  • $100/day (flat, no hotel, travel, or stipend)

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Actor for Role of Colby in True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an actor to play the role of Colby. This non-union project will film in Knoxville, TN, and offers a strong opportunity to gain professional screen experience in a dramatic reenactment series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character of Colby in scripted reenactment scenes

  • Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances

  • Work closely with the production team to bring the story to life

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout filming

Requirements

  • Black male, early 20s

  • Must submit a full-length photo holding a paper with the date written on it

  • Provide height, weight, and location (city/state)

Compensation

  • $150/day

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
Casting actors who can confidently deliver a technical script using a teleprompter for a professional shoot. This is a great opportunity for experienced talent comfortable with precise delivery and technical content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform on camera using a teleprompter for technical dialogue

  • Deliver lines clearly, naturally, and with confidence

  • Collaborate with the production team to ensure accuracy and timing

  • Maintain a professional demeanor on set

Requirements

  • Prior experience reading from a teleprompter preferred

  • Strong on-camera presence and articulation

  • Ability to handle technical content with ease

  • Must provide headshots, resume, and reel if available

Compensation

  • $1,200 for the shoot

  • Professional on-camera credit and industry exposure

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
A production team is casting a male actor for an upcoming album trailer shoot in Atlanta. The role requires someone willing to get a haircut on camera as part of the project’s creative direction. This is a unique opportunity to stand out in a music-focused visual campaign.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in the album trailer production

  • Be willing to receive a haircut as part of the scene

  • Work collaboratively with the creative team to deliver the desired look and performance

  • Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male talent, open to all backgrounds

  • Comfortable with on-camera haircut transformation

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot date in Atlanta

  • Reliable and punctual for filming

Compensation

  • Paid role

  • On-screen credit in an album trailer project

  • Opportunity for exposure in a music-related production

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
An upcoming album trailer is casting male and female talent for a variety of exciting scenes. This project offers a chance to be featured in a creative visual campaign that highlights the release of a new music album. Filming will take place in Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in different scripted and non-scripted scenes for the album trailer

  • Collaborate with the production team to bring the artist’s vision to life

  • Deliver authentic and dynamic on-camera performances

  • Maintain professionalism during the filming process

Requirements

  • Open to male and female talent of all backgrounds

  • Must be comfortable performing in front of the camera

  • Available for the scheduled shoot date in Atlanta

  • Prior acting or on-camera experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

  • Screen credit and exposure in a music-related production

  • Opportunity to collaborate on a high-visibility creative project

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On-Camera Principal Roles for Tourism Campaign

Job Description
A tourism destination marketing project is casting non-speaking principal roles for an upcoming shoot. This campaign will highlight diversity and inclusivity, featuring families and individuals in lifestyle scenes that showcase authentic warmth and energy. Talent must be based in the Pittsburgh region to be considered.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in lifestyle and tourism marketing visuals as part of family groups or individual roles

  • Deliver natural, friendly, and approachable on-camera presence

  • Follow production direction to create authentic and engaging performances

  • Work professionally in a collaborative environment with other cast members

Requirements

  • Must reside in the Pittsburgh region

  • Open to non-union talent only; no callbacks required, self-tape submissions only

  • Families and individuals encouraged to apply

  • Specific roles include:

    • Black/African American family (parents in 20s–30s, child 5–10 years old)

    • Asian/Caucasian mixed family (parents in 20s–30s, child 5–10 years old)

    • White female (40s–50s, warm and friendly)

    • LGBTQ presenting male or non-binary, Caucasian (20s–30s, outgoing and enthusiastic)

Compensation

  • $1650/day (usage included)

  • Single-day shoot with flexible scheduling over multiple potential days

  • Professional exposure in a paid tourism marketing campaign

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Spanish-Speaking Kids for Educational Video Project

Job Description
An educational video project is seeking Spanish-speaking children to participate in a paid on-camera opportunity. The project will focus on pronunciation practice and will be filmed in a professional studio setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera for an educational video focused on Spanish pronunciation

  • Follow simple direction from the production team during filming

  • Deliver short lines in Spanish, including name, age, and favorite food or color

Requirements

  • Spanish-speaking children, ages 7–10

  • Comfortable speaking on camera in Spanish

  • Must be available for a short studio session lasting 1–1.5 hours

  • Enthusiastic and able to follow direction

Compensation

  • Paid on-camera role

  • Professional studio experience

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Employee Role for True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting an actor to play an employee who reacts to a loud crash in a non-union television production. This role is short but essential, requiring quick action and authentic reactions during the reenactment scene.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an employee who hears a crash and runs to investigate

  • Deliver realistic reactions to support the reenactment

  • Follow production direction to ensure scenes are filmed accurately

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Open to Black male or female talent

  • Comfortable portraying quick and reactive movements

  • Must be available for an evening call time

  • No scripted dialogue, but must display authentic reactions

Compensation

  • $135 flat day rate

  • No travel or stipend included

  • Great opportunity to gain television reenactment experience

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EMS Role for True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking talent with emergency medical experience to portray EMS professionals responding to a crash site. This non-union television role requires authenticity in performing emergency response actions during reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an EMS responder providing aid at a crash scene

  • Perform realistic medical actions such as assessing victims and administering aid

  • Follow production team direction to ensure scenes look authentic

  • Work professionally in a limited but essential role for the episode

Requirements

  • Adults with real or simulated emergency medical experience preferred

  • Must be comfortable portraying first responder actions on camera

  • Able to realistically perform basic emergency response movements

  • Reliable and available for the scheduled filming

Compensation

  • $135 flat day rate

  • Limited scenes but highly featured role in true crime reenactment

  • Opportunity to showcase emergency medical skills on screen

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CSI Role for True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking talent to portray a CSI investigator in a non-union television production. This role involves photographing a crime scene and requires physical stamina for extended periods of standing, kneeling, and squatting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a CSI investigator in crime scene reenactments

  • Perform tasks such as photographing evidence and maintaining realistic crime scene activity

  • Follow production directions closely to ensure authenticity in scenes

  • Remain professional and prepared on set for limited but focused scenes

Requirements

  • Open to adults of any age, gender, and ethnicity

  • Must be physically fit and able to stand, kneel, and squat for extended periods

  • Prior acting or recreation reenactment experience is a plus but not required

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to take direction

Compensation

  • Flat rate of $75 for limited scenes

  • Opportunity to gain on-screen credit in a nationally televised true crime series

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04-14-2024

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