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Casting Call: Models for Paid Event in Los Angeles ($350/6hrs)

Job Description
A high-energy event in Los Angeles is seeking model types with a fun and outgoing personality to participate in an exciting paid opportunity. This role requires confidence, great energy, and a willingness to perform light, coordinated dance moves. If you have a friend interested, you are encouraged to submit together!

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a high-profile event in a dynamic and energetic setting.
• Engage with the audience and perform simple, fun dance moves.
• Bring confidence and enthusiasm to the role while maintaining professionalism.
• Work closely with the event team to ensure a coordinated and visually engaging experience.

Requirements

• Gender: Female
• Location: Must be local to Los Angeles, CA, or willing to work as a local hire.
• Personality: Must have a fun, outgoing nature and be comfortable performing in front of a crowd.
• Coordination: Ability to follow simple, choreographed movements.
• Availability: Must be fully available for the scheduled event.

Compensation

• Rate: $350 for up to 6 hours.
• Payment: Paid at wrap.
• Opportunity to work alongside a professional entertainment team.

Casting Call: Film & Television Production Instructor (Adjunct Position)

Job Description
A prestigious film academy is seeking experienced film and television professionals to join its adjunct instructor team for the upcoming semesters. This role involves teaching Introduction to Film/TV Production and Sound Design with Avid Pro Tools, providing students with hands-on training and industry insights. Instructors will teach in state-of-the-art classrooms and demonstration spaces, helping shape the next generation of skilled film professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach film and television production or sound design with Avid Pro Tools at the undergraduate level.
• Provide hands-on instruction in on-set production roles, including grip, lighting, camera, sound, art department, wardrobe, and more.
• Guide students in industry-standard editing software and post-production techniques.
• Help students develop technical expertise, set etiquette, and industry protocols.
• Foster a learning environment that supports industry best practices.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in film and television production or post-production.
• Union production experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with recognized industry experience on professional Feature Film/TV sets, or:
  • Significant industry-recognized experience (10+ years) in course-related content.
  • Specialized training in course-specific skills.
• Teaching experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunity to mentor and train the next generation of film professionals.
• Work in a fully equipped, professional teaching environment.

Casting Call: Featured Non-Speaking Role for Crime Docudrama (Paid Role)

Job Description
A crime reenactment series is seeking a featured non-speaking role for an upcoming episode. This role requires a strong actor who can convey emotion and intensity without dialogue. The project will film in Georgia, and selected talent must be fully available for the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in dramatic reenactment scenes with realistic and compelling expressions.
• Follow directorial guidance to accurately portray the character.
• Maintain a professional on-set demeanor and be prepared for multiple takes.

Requirements

• Gender: Male
• Age: 18-25
• Ethnicity: African American
• Physical Appearance: Clean-cut look, no facial hair.
• Hair: Short haircut required.
• Acting Ability: Must be able to express emotion effectively without dialogue.
• Availability: Must be available for the scheduled filming dates.

Compensation

• Rate: $150 for 12 hours + overtime

Casting Call: Background Talent for Major Returning TV Series (Paid Roles)

Job Description
A major returning TV series is seeking background actors for restaurant scenes set in both interior and exterior locations. This exciting opportunity is filming in Burbank and requires individuals who are comfortable working evening and night shoots. Casting is looking for various restaurant staff and patrons to bring authenticity to the setting. Full-day availability is required as call times and wrap times are unpredictable.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic restaurant patrons and staff in a high-profile TV series.
• Be available for potential night shoots and extended filming hours.
• Follow on-set directions and maintain character continuity.

Requirements

• Must be available for a full day of filming.
• Comfortable working late hours if needed.
• Must fit the role description and be professional on set.
• For patrons with autos: No red or white cars.

Roles Available

• Patrons with cars (no red or white vehicles).
• Servers.
• Busboys.
• Line cooks.
• Hostesses.

Compensation

• Non-Union: $140 for 8 hours.
• SAG-AFTRA (Paid Up): $216 for 8 hours.

Wilhelmina Swim Search 2025 – Model Casting Call

An exciting opportunity awaits as the Wilhelmina Swim Search 2025 is now open! This annual model search is looking for fresh talent to join Wilhelmina Miami and take part in high-profile swimwear campaigns. The winner will receive an exclusive modeling contract, a professional photo shoot, and a chance to participate in castings for Miami Swim Week.

Job Responsibilities:

• Pose confidently for swimwear photography and promotional content
• Represent Wilhelmina Miami in professional modeling assignments
• Be available for castings, photo shoots, and potential runway events

Requirements:

• Open to models 18+ years old
• Must have a strong presence and confidence in front of the camera
• Comfortable modeling swimwear
• No prior experience required, but professionalism is a must

Compensation:

• Winner receives a modeling contract with Wilhelmina Miami
• Professional photo shoot included
• Opportunity to attend Miami Swim Week castings

Casting Call for Baby Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking a baby for the role of Baby Pinky, a key supporting character in this heartfelt and emotionally rich story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Baby Pinky, a 6 to 8-month-old, half-Indian American and half-Black American baby girl
• Participate in a few natural, family-oriented scenes
• Work in a controlled and safe on-set environment

Requirements:

• Female, 6 to 8 months old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Parents must be present on set at all times
• Identical twins are a plus but not required
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking a young actress for the role of Tinku, a key supporting character in this heartfelt and emotionally rich story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Tinku, a half-Indian American and half-Black American cisgender girl, around 12 years old
• Bring authenticity to the role of a budding swim champ who is lanky, kind, but cranky
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring emotional depth to her family-centered storyline

Requirements:

• Female, 12-16 years old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray a dynamic, emotionally layered character
• Must be comfortable in a role that explores complex family relationships and personal identity
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actor for the role of Harish, a pivotal supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Harish, an Indian, Bengali, naturalized American, straight, cisgender man in his early 70s
• Bring depth to the character of a retired business owner who is sturdy, astute, but mischievous
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to authentically portray the generational and cultural nuances of the role

Requirements:

• Male, 60-74 years old, Indian/Bengali naturalized American
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an Indian accent and intonations
• Strong acting skills with the ability to deliver an emotionally layered performance
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actress for the role of Raima, a pivotal supporting character in this emotionally complex and heartfelt story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Raima, an Indian, Bengali, naturalized American, straight, cisgender woman in her early 70s
• Bring depth to the character of a retired teacher who is slender, generous, but blunt
• Work closely with the director and cast to authentically portray the cultural and generational nuances of the character

Requirements:

• Female, 60-74 years old, Indian/Bengali naturalized American
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an Indian accent and intonations
• Strong acting skills with the ability to deliver an emotionally rich performance
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actress for the role of Michelle, a compelling supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Michelle, a half-Indian American and half-Black American cisgender woman in her late 30s to early 40s
• Deliver a strong, emotionally resonant performance as a loving mother and partner navigating family dynamics
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authenticity and depth to the role

Requirements:

• Female, 38-45 years old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray a layered, complex character
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actor for the role of Rishi, a compelling supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Rishi, an Indian American, Bengali, straight, cisgender man in his early 40s
• Deliver a strong, nuanced performance as a strategic yet disorganized character navigating family dynamics
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring depth and authenticity to the role

Requirements:

• Male, 37-45 years old, Indian American
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray layered, realistic emotions
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

A SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is casting for the role of Sonali, a compelling supporting character in this thought-provoking story about family, love, and identity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sonali, an Indian American, Bengali, lesbian, cisgender woman in her mid-40s
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally rich performance
• Work closely with the director and cast to bring authenticity to the role

Requirements:

• Female, 35-45 years old, Indian American
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray depth and complexity
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale