DIRECTORS & BEGINNER DIRECTORS!
A New Year, A New Start!
Start 2021 in The Directors Chair!
Our workshop Inclusion participants are already screening at Film Festivals and some had never directed before!
Learn how to finance, develop, shoot and produce your short film!
What people are saying:
“I learned so much more than a four year degree in the 10 weeks of time with Kate”.
“As a first time director, it has given me the confidence that I can walk on set prepared. It’s a great feeling.”
For more information and price email: thedirectorschair5050@gmail.com
DIRECTORS & BEGINNER DIRECTORS!
A New Year, A New Start!
Start 2021 in The Directors Chair!
Our workshop Inclusion participants are already screening at Film Festivals and some had never directed before!
Learn how to finance, develop, shoot and produce your short film!
What people are saying:
“I learned so much more than a four year degree in the 10 weeks of time with Kate”.
“As a first time director, it has given me the confidence that I can walk on set prepared. It’s a great feeling.”
For more information and price email: thedirectorschair5050@gmail.com
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Adaptive Device Users Casting Call for Commercial Project
Job Description
A commercial project is seeking individuals who use adaptive devices to participate in a non-broadcast advertising campaign focused on immersive experiences such as themed dining and shopping. This project aims to authentically represent individuals using mobility or assistive devices in everyday environments. Filming will take place in North Dallas, Texas.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in print and digital advertising content
- Participate in scenes involving dining, shopping, and lifestyle activities
- Follow direction from the production team
- Attend fitting and scheduled shoot dates
Requirements
- Men and women ages 18–45
- Children ages 6–17
- All ethnicities encouraged to apply
- Must use an adaptive device (wheelchair, prosthetic, walker, leg brace, etc.)
- Must be available for fitting and shoot dates
- Must submit recent photos and full contact information
Compensation
- Fitting Fee: $150 (+20% agency fee, if applicable)
- Session Fee: $700 per day (+20% agency fee, if applicable)
- Usage Fee: $2,500 (+20% agency fee, if applicable)
- Usage includes print, digital, social, and out-of-home (no broadcast)
- Term: 3 years, worldwide usage
Latino Family Casting Call for Health Insurance Campaign
Job Description
A health insurance campaign is seeking a Latino family for a photo and video shoot. Casting is looking for authentic families with one or two children to portray real-life moments in a warm, relatable setting. This project welcomes diverse looks and natural personalities.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in photo and video campaign content
- Interact naturally as a family unit on camera
- Follow direction from the production team
- Participate in a one-day shoot within the production window
Requirements
- Latino couple with one or two children
- Children ages 3–8
- Comfortable on camera
- Must be available for one shoot day
- Open to Portland or Bend, Oregon filming locations
Compensation
- Adults: $150 per hour
- Kids: $100 per hour
- 4-hour minimum
- Travel fee provided if traveling between Portland and Bend
- Additional location fee available if providing home as shoot location
Teen Girls Casting Call for Restaurant Commercial
Job Description
A restaurant commercial is seeking African American female teens for an upcoming production filming in Miami, Florida. This nationwide search includes travel support, and selected talent will participate in a professionally produced advertisement. The project is looking for authentic, relatable teens who can bring natural energy and personality to the screen.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in a commercial advertisement
- Follow direction from the production team
- Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and shoot days
- Maintain a natural and engaging on-camera presence
Requirements
- African American female teens
- Ages 13–16 (or those who can convincingly portray this age range)
- Comfortable on camera and taking direction
- Must be available during the production window
- Must be able to travel if selected
Compensation
- Session Fee: $1,000
- Rehearsal/Table Read: $150 (if applicable, up to 2 hours)
- Fitting Fee: $150 (2-hour fitting prior to shoot)
- Additional Session: $250 (if applicable)
- Usage Fee: $3,500 if featured in final materials
- Social Buy Usage: $200 if included in final materials
- Travel Days: $500 per day (if applicable)
- Haircut Fee: Up to $150 with receipt
- Agency Fee: 20%
Job Description
A high-profile Paramount+ television production is seeking a talented jazz trio to appear in an upcoming shoot. The production is looking for skilled musicians who can authentically perform as a group, bringing a classic jazz sound and strong on-screen presence. This is a paid opportunity for experienced performers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as part of a jazz trio on camera (bass, drums, and trumpet)
- Collaborate with production to deliver an authentic jazz performance
- Maintain professionalism on set during filming
- Follow direction from the production team to achieve desired scenes
Requirements
- Must be part of or able to form a jazz trio (bass, drums, trumpet)
- Strong musical ability and performance experience
- Comfortable performing on camera
- Must be local to or able to work in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
- Availability for one day of filming
Compensation
- Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)
Job Description
A charity poker event is seeking two professional female brand ambassadors to assist with event operations. Talent will play a key role in supporting guests and ensuring smooth payment processing throughout the event. This is a paid opportunity for reliable and polished individuals who can represent the event in a professional setting.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with processing payments to help keep players actively engaged in the event
- Operate a credit card machine efficiently and accurately
- Provide professional and friendly support to event attendees
- Maintain a trustworthy and reliable presence throughout the event
- Follow all event guidelines and instructions from coordinators
Requirements
- Female talent only
- Must have experience or familiarity with operating a credit card machine
- Professional, trustworthy, and reliable demeanor
- Must adhere to event rules (no smoking, drinking, or soliciting onsite)
- Must be available for the full event duration
Wardrobe
- Black cocktail dress
- Classy strap heels
Compensation
- Paid position (rate disclosed upon selection)
Job Description
A non-union commercial production is seeking strong, distinct faces with a modern vibe for a hearing aid advertisement. Talent should be comfortable on camera and able to deliver natural, simple dialogue. This project will feature a diverse group of individuals and aims to highlight authenticity and relatability.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform on-camera in a commercial setting
- Deliver natural and conversational dialogue
- Collaborate with the production team to achieve desired performance
- Be available for the full duration of the shoot
- Follow direction and adapt performance as needed
Requirements
- Open to all genders and ethnicities for select roles
- Ages vary by role (see below)
- Must be comfortable on camera with natural delivery
Roles Include:
- Any Gender, ages 50–80, any ethnicity (must speak German)
- Black Talent, ages 50–60 (M/F)
- White Talent, ages 60–70 (M/F)
- Latinx/Hispanic Talent, ages 50–60 (M/F)
- Latina/Hispanic Female, ages 50–60 (medium to long hair preferred)
- White Male, ages 37–45
- East Asian Male, ages 50–60 (Japanese preferred)
- Black Male, ages 60–70
- White Female, ages 50–60 (medium to long hair preferred)
- East Asian Female, ages 50–60 (Eurasian welcome)
- German or French speakers are highly encouraged for all roles
Compensation
- $4,000 for a 10-hour shoot day (inclusive of usage and commission)
Kids Casting Call for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film from Judd Apatow and Glen Powell is seeking kids for background and featured roles in an upcoming production. Casting is open to a wide range of young talent to help bring this project to life in Savannah, Georgia.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in background or featured scenes
- Follow direction from the production team
- Maintain professionalism on set
- Participate in filming as scheduled
Requirements
- Ages 9–15
- Open to all ethnicities
- Must be comfortable on camera
- Parent/guardian must complete submission forms
- Must be available for filming in Savannah, Georgia
Compensation
- $120 for 8 hours
Paniolos Casting Call for Film Project
Job Description
A production is seeking real paniolos (Hawaiian cowboys) of Polynesian/Pacific Islander descent for an upcoming project filming on Oʻahu. This casting is focused on authentic individuals with real-life experience or strong ties to paniolo culture. No acting experience is required.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray authentic paniolo characters on camera
- Follow direction from the production team
- Bring a natural and realistic presence to scenes
- Participate in filming as scheduled
Requirements
- Polynesian/Pacific Islander men and women
- Must be based on Oʻahu
- No acting experience required
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Compensation
- Paid role (rate disclosed upon selection)
Family Units Casting Call for Commercial
Job Description
A commercial and social media project is seeking real family units for an upcoming production in the McAllen, Texas area. Casting is looking for authentic family dynamics, specifically adult children with their senior parents, to portray genuine relationships on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear on camera as a real family unit
- Interact naturally to showcase authentic family relationships
- Follow direction from the production team
- Participate in filming as scheduled
Requirements
- Real family units only
- Adult son or daughter with senior father or mother
- Must be comfortable on camera
- Must be local to or able to work in the McAllen, Texas area
- Must submit photos of both individuals together
- Include names, ages, location, and phone number
Compensation
- Paid (rate disclosed upon selection)
Teen Soccer Players Casting Call for Commercial
Job Description
A nationwide casting search is underway for a soccer commercial seeking real female teen soccer players. Selected talent from across the United States will travel to Mexico for filming. This project is looking for authentic, skilled players with unique personalities to bring a natural and relatable presence to the screen.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform soccer skills on camera in a commercial setting
- Follow direction from the production team
- Participate in travel, fittings, callbacks, and shoot days
- Represent a youthful, energetic, and authentic personality on screen
Requirements
- Female, all ethnicities
- Ages 12–18 (or older who can convincingly portray ages 13–15)
- Must have strong soccer skills and experience
- Height: 5’6” or under preferred
- Must have a valid U.S. passport (not expiring within 6 months)
- Must be available to travel internationally to Mexico
- Parent/guardian required for minors
Compensation
- Session Rate: $750 (+20% agency fee)
- Usage Rate: $10,000 (+20% agency fee, if featured in final edit)
- Travel Rate: $500 per day
- Wardrobe Fee: $100
- All travel expenses covered
- Maximum 9-hour workdays
Male Boxer Casting Call for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film production is seeking a male actor to portray an Olympic boxer in an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. This role requires a physically imposing presence and athletic ability to convincingly depict a professional-level boxer in a high-intensity environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an Olympic-level boxer in featured scenes
- Perform physically demanding movements consistent with boxing
- Follow direction from the production and stunt team
- Maintain continuity in appearance and performance
- Be available for the scheduled shoot date
Requirements
- Male, in his 20s
- Height: 6’0” or taller
- Muscular, athletic build (large muscle mass required)
- Comfortable performing boxing-related actions
- Must be local to Los Angeles, California
- SAG eligible or union member preferred
Compensation
- $224 for 8 hours (SAG rate)


