MFA Student Project (Regent) Casting Call

“It’s All About the Game” MFA Student Film – Cast

Job Description

An MFA thesis student project and proof-of-concept for a potential TV pilot is casting multiple roles for a police drama filming in the Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia areas. “It’s All About the Game” follows Leon Bauer, a troubled detective who encounters a serial killer while playing pool at a bar, forcing him into a dangerous game with an enemy he has been pursuing for years.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured character in a police drama student film.
• Deliver natural, emotionally grounded performances appropriate to the assigned role.
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production crew.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in dramatic scenes involving crime, family relationships, and law enforcement themes.

Requirements

• Detective Leon Bauer: Male, White, ages 40–45, under 5’10”; portrays a once-renowned detective struggling with a failed marriage, alcohol addiction, and unresolved doubts from a past murder case.
• Detective Brady McNabb: Male, any ethnicity, ages 40–45, over 6 feet tall; portrays Leon’s partner and a stabilizing presence as they pursue killers.
• Bartender Nadine Reynolds: Female, any ethnicity, ages 35–40; portrays a bartender and mother balancing work, parenting, and her personal life.
• Christy Reynolds: Female, any ethnicity, must be over 21 but able to portray age 17; portrays Nadine’s emotional and spoiled teenage daughter.
• Oliver Conners: Male, White, ages 60–70; portrays a calm, confident killer who reveals his strategy to his target during a game of billiards. Character has a thick beard.
• Female News Reporter: Female, any ethnicity, ages 20–50; portrays an on-the-scene reporter covering a murder.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach, Virginia, depending on the role.

Compensation

• $150 daily rate for all roles.

School Lunch Commercial – Lead Actor

Job Description

A school lunch commercial is casting female talent for a paid lead role filming in Tallahassee, Florida. The production is seeking performers who can bring an authentic and relatable presence to a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a school lunch commercial.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Female and male talent.
• Ages 35–55+.
• Black or ethnically ambiguous.
• Must be able to work in Tallahassee, Florida.

Compensation

• $550.
• Two years paid digital usage.
• In-perpetuity organic web usage.
• Travel expenses are not covered.

Job Description

On Location Casting is seeking an experienced male stand-in for the streaming service series “Untitled Rodeo Project” filming in Douglasville, Georgia. The production is looking for a Hispanic male who matches specific height and weight requirements, has previous stand-in experience, and can confidently take direction on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for the streaming series production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera setup, and scene preparation.
• Match required positioning and movements as directed.
• Follow instructions accurately from the production team.

Requirements

• Male, Hispanic.
• Height between 5’11” and 6’1″.
• Weight between 220–240 lbs.
• No facial hair preferred.
• Previous stand-in experience is required.
• Must be within a reasonable self-drive distance of Douglasville, Georgia.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 12 hours, if applicable.

Job Description

Dan Bell Casting is seeking experienced casino dealers for an upcoming non-union commercial filming in Las Vegas. The production is looking for local talent with real professional casino dealing experience who can perform naturally and confidently in an authentic casino environment. All genders and ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a casino dealer in a professional commercial.
• Perform realistic casino dealing actions on camera.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Attend the required fitting before the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 30–50.
• Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Must have actual casino dealing experience.
• Las Vegas local hires only.
• Must be comfortable performing casino dealer duties on camera.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $750 session rate.
• $2,000 buyout.

Job Description

Dan Bell Casting is seeking local Las Vegas talent for an upcoming non-union casino commercial. The production is casting adults across a wide age range and is open to all genders and ethnicities. Selected talent must be available locally for the required fitting and production schedule in Las Vegas.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in a professional casino commercial.
• Perform assigned scenes and actions as directed by the production team.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow creative and on-set direction throughout production.

Requirements

• All genders are welcome to apply.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ages 21–60.
• Must be local to Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $750 session rate.
• $2,000 buyout.

Young Dad for Commercial Project

Job Description

A commercial media project is seeking a male actor to portray Matt, a warm, funny, easygoing young dad who can naturally transition into serious parent mode when needed. This Boston-area casting opportunity is looking for a grounded and believable performer with strong comedic timing and a natural on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a warm, funny, and easygoing young father.
• Deliver a grounded and believable on-camera performance.
• Use strong comedic timing while maintaining natural character work.
• Transition convincingly between lighthearted and serious parenting moments.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Work professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Male actor in his late 30s to 40s.
• White, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, or ethnically ambiguous appearance.
• Italian, Greek, Turkish, or similar looks encouraged.
• Must have strong comedic timing.
• Must have a natural and grounded on-camera presence.
• Must be able to work in the Boston, Massachusetts area.

Compensation

• $50.
• Food provided.
• Edited footage provided.
• IMDb credit.

Job Description

Liquid Talent is seeking male and female background talent for an upcoming non-union medical project filming in Richmond, Virginia. Selected talent will appear in nonspeaking background roles, potentially portraying lab technicians or scientists. The project is intended for non-broadcast event and web usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as nonspeaking background talent in a medical project.
• Potentially portray a lab technician or scientist.
• Perform natural background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Remain professional and available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 25–45.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be available for a full day of filming.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $250 per day, less applicable fees.

Job Description

Michael Druck Casting is seeking kids, teens, adults, and real families to appear as extras in a non-union grocery store holiday commercial filming in Lockhart, Texas. The production is open to talent of all ethnicities, with both individual applicants and real families encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a grocery store holiday commercial.
• Perform natural holiday and shopping scenes as directed.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
• Work professionally with other cast members on set.
• Remain available for the required production day.

Requirements

• Kids and teens ages 6–17.
• Adults ages 18 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Real families are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• $250 for a 10-hour day.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

Michael Druck Casting is seeking a male actor to portray an undercover spy/operative in a non-union demo video for a security company filming in Downtown Austin, Texas. The role has no dialogue and calls for a fit, athletic performer who can communicate through physical movement and on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an undercover spy/operative in a security company demo video.
• Perform physical movement and nonverbal on-camera actions as directed.
• Follow blocking and creative direction from the production team.
• Work safely during any movement or action-based sequences.

Requirements

• Male talent in their 20s–30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have a fit and athletic appearance.
• Stage combat, stunt, movement, or martial arts experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available to work in Downtown Austin, Texas.

Compensation

• $500 for an 8-hour shoot.

Hispanic Female Principal Role for Miami Film Project

Job Description

A Miami film project is seeking a Hispanic female actor for a principal role. The production is open to nationwide talent, with travel expenses covered for the selected performer. This paid acting opportunity is ideal for a bilingual performer who can speak both English and Spanish fluently and is ready to take on a principal on-camera role.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in a professional film production.
• Deliver scripted dialogue fluently in both English and Spanish.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow cast members and crew.
• Maintain character consistency and performance continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Hispanic female, approximately ages 21–28.
• Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
• Open to talent nationwide.
• Must be available to travel for the production.
• Must be comfortable performing a principal on-camera role.
• Must be reliable and professional throughout filming.

Compensation

• $4,000 for the project.
• All travel expenses paid.
• Non-union rate subject to a 20% agency fee.

Paid Actors for Social Justice Film Project

Job Description

A non-union film project filming in Jessup, Maryland, is seeking paid actors to portray family members, prisoners, protestors, and members of the community. The production supports an effort to clear David Black’s name and is looking for performers who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to this justice-focused story. Principal and background opportunities are available for children and adults in the DMV area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members, prisoners, protestors, or community members as assigned.
• Bring authenticity and emotional realism to justice-focused scenes.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors and crew members.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Children ages 4–8 and adults ages 18–50s.
• Must be comfortable portraying one of the production’s requested character types.
• Must be able to work in Jessup, Maryland.
• DMV-area talent is encouraged.
• Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction.
• Non-union performers.

Compensation

• Paid principal roles are available.
• Rates will be discussed with selected talent.

Winter Texans for Paid Production

Job Description

A paid production in South Padre Island, Texas, is seeking Winter Texans or talent who can authentically portray Winter Texans. This casting opportunity is ideal for performers who fit the look of seasonal Texas visitors and are comfortable appearing on camera in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Winter Texan naturally and authentically on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate in assigned scenes and activities as required.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Must be a Winter Texan or convincingly fit the Winter Texan look.
• Must be available to work in South Padre Island, Texas.
• Must be comfortable working on camera.
• Must be reliable and professional throughout production.

Compensation

• $750 per day.