Documentary Feature Film Open Casting Call

“Raising Cole” Feature Film – Young Cole

Job Description

The SAG-AFTRA feature film “Raising Cole,” filming in Austin, Texas, is seeking a young boy to portray the 3-year-old version of Cole, the film’s lead character. The ideal child is fearless, playful, adventurous, and enjoys being outdoors. This feature film casting opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers who can work as Texas local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the younger version of the lead character, Cole, in a feature film.
• Participate naturally in age-appropriate scenes and activities.
• Follow simple direction from the production team with parent or guardian support.
• Be comfortable interacting with other performers during filming.
• Be comfortable being safely lifted and held by other performers as required for scenes.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 3–4.
• White/Caucasian.
• Blonde or light brunette hair.
• Playful, fearless, and adventurous personality.
• Comfortable spending time outdoors.
• Comfortable being lifted and held by others during scenes.
• Must be based in Texas and able to work as an Austin local hire.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers are welcome.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA feature film rate.

Job Description

The TV series “We Were Liars” Season 2 is casting background performers to portray Vineyard Passersby in a 1999-era scene filming in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. The production is seeking diverse male and female talent ages 18 and older who can naturally fit an upscale but casual Martha’s Vineyard-inspired setting. This casting call is specifically for 1990s-era background talent or new faces. Performers who previously appeared as Season 1 or present-day background talent should not submit for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Vineyard passerby in background scenes set in 1999.
• Wear wardrobe appropriate for an upscale but casual 1990s Martha’s Vineyard look.
• Follow direction from the production and background casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and remain available for the full filming commitment.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 18 and older.
• Must be a Nova Scotia resident and eligible to work in Canada.
• Must have reliable transportation to the Lunenburg filming location.
• Must be available for the entire shoot day with no conflicting commitments.
• Must be either a new face or suitable for 1999-era background work.
• Season 1 and present-day background performers should not apply for this role.
• Recent, accurate photos and current measurements/sizing are required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.

Compensation

• ACTRA background rates apply for union performers.
• Non-union rate: $16.75 as listed in the casting notice.

Job Description

A new casting notice is seeking young performers for FINN, a musical production presented by Atlantic Theater’s Atlantic for Kids in New York City. This opportunity is looking for talented young performers interested in joining a professional theatrical production designed for family audiences. Performers should be comfortable with musical theater performance and prepared to demonstrate their acting and vocal abilities through the audition process.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of the musical production FINN.
• Portray assigned characters through acting, singing, and stage performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and performances as required.
• Follow direction from the production’s creative team.
• Work professionally with fellow cast members and production staff.

Requirements

• Young performers suitable for an Atlantic for Kids musical production.
• Strong acting and vocal performance abilities.
• Comfortable performing in a live theatrical environment.
• New York City availability required.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A paid opportunity is seeking an experienced seamstress based in the Birmingham area. The ideal candidate should be confident handling garment-related sewing work and able to provide reliable support for the project as required. This opportunity is suited to a local seamstress with practical sewing experience who can work professionally and efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide professional seamstress and garment support.
• Complete assigned sewing or alteration work as required.
• Follow project instructions and garment requirements.
• Maintain a professional standard of work.

Requirements

• Experienced seamstress.
• Must be based in or able to work in the Birmingham area.
• Strong practical sewing skills.
• Reliable and professional.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

A feature film is seeking an extremely fit female bodybuilder to work as a body double for a lead performer. The production is looking for talent with a highly muscular, athletic physique who can convincingly match the physical appearance required for the lead. This is a paid body double opportunity filming in Mableton, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a body double for a lead performer in a feature film.
• Appear on camera in shots requiring a highly fit, muscular physique.
• Follow direction from the production and camera teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism while filming.

Requirements

• Female bodybuilder.
• Must be extremely fit with a visibly muscular physique.
• Must be available to work in Mableton, Georgia.

Compensation

• $500 per day.

Feature Film – Bilingual Teen Actors

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking bilingual teenagers for paid acting roles. The project is looking for young performers who speak both Spanish and English and can legally travel between Mexico and the United States, as filming may take place in both countries. Selected talent must have availability for approximately five weeks of production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a feature film production.
• Deliver performances naturally in both Spanish and English as required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in filming in Mexico and potentially the United States.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the extended production schedule.

Requirements

• Teen performers ages 14–19.
• Must speak Spanish and English.
• Must be able to legally travel between Mexico and the United States.
• Must be available for approximately five weeks of filming.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a feature film.
• Reliable and able to follow professional production direction.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Feature Film – Young Boxers

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking young male boxers for paid acting roles in Tijuana, Mexico. The production is looking for boys with real boxing experience who can confidently demonstrate authentic boxing skills on camera. This opportunity is intended for experienced young athletes rather than beginners.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a young boxer in a feature film.
• Demonstrate authentic boxing techniques and movements on camera.
• Participate in boxing-related scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow choreography, safety instructions, and on-set direction.
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boys ages 13–16.
• Must have previous boxing experience.
• Beginners are not being considered.
• Must be comfortable performing boxing movements on camera.
• Must be available to work in Tijuana, Mexico.
• Able to follow production and safety instructions during boxing scenes.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

TV Project – Child Speaking Roles

Job Description

A television project filming in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking two young performers for paid on-camera roles. The production is looking for a Black/African American boy ages 6–9 for a role with several lines and an outgoing, imaginative Caucasian girl ages 4–6 for a role with potential to recur. Previous professional set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role for a television project.
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently when required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in multiple workdays if booked.
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black/African American boy, ages 6–9.
• Seeking a Caucasian girl, ages 4–6.
• Girl should have an outgoing and imaginative personality.
• Previous set experience is preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.
• Must be available as a local hire in Vancouver, Canada.
• Must be available for multiple workdays if required.

Compensation

• UBCP rate.
• 110% buyout.

Global Running Brand – Seattle Run Club Runners

Job Description

A global running brand is seeking local run club runners in the Seattle area for an upcoming paid commercial shoot. This opportunity is ideal for authentic runners who are actively involved in the local running community and feel comfortable participating in an on-camera brand production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a global running brand production.
• Participate in running and fitness-focused scenes.
• Perform natural running movements and activities as directed.
• Follow creative and production direction throughout the shoot.
• Bring authentic run club energy and experience to the production.

Requirements

• Must be a runner based in the Seattle area.
• Run club members and active runners are encouraged to apply.
• Must be comfortable running and performing physical activity on camera.
• Must be available during the required production period.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Commercial Casting – Real Baseball Catcher

Job Description

A commercial filming in Houston, Texas, is seeking an experienced male baseball catcher for an on-camera role. The selected talent will portray an MLB catcher while working alongside a professional baseball player at the plate. Applicants should have genuine playing or catching experience and be confident performing authentic catching actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an MLB catcher in a commercial.
• Catch at the plate alongside a professional baseball player.
• Perform authentic baseball and catching movements on camera.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Use real baseball experience to create a believable professional-level performance.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 25–30.
• Must have real experience as a baseball catcher or player.
• Must be comfortable catching at the plate.
• Should have the skills and appearance needed to convincingly portray an MLB catcher.
• Must be available to work in Houston, Texas.

Compensation

• $500 session fee.
• $2,500 usage fee.
• Up to $3,000 total if booked.

Commercial Casting – Real Baseball Umpire

Job Description

A commercial filming in Houston, Texas, is seeking an experienced male baseball umpire for an on-camera role. The selected talent will portray an MLB home plate umpire and should have authentic umpiring experience, including strong knowledge of balls, strikes, and proper game mechanics.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an MLB home plate umpire in a commercial.
• Perform authentic umpire movements and actions on camera.
• Demonstrate proper knowledge of calling balls and strikes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Bring professional baseball knowledge and authenticity to the role.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 55–70.
• Must have real baseball umpire experience.
• Must know how to call balls and strikes professionally.
• Comfortable portraying an MLB home plate umpire.
• Must be available to work in Houston, Texas.

Compensation

• $500 session fee.
• $2,500 usage fee.
• Up to $3,000 total if booked.

Academy Sports + Outdoors Commercial – Real Families and Baseball Boy

Job Description

A non-union commercial for Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking real families and a young baseball player in Texas. The production is looking for authentic nuclear families consisting of a mom, dad, and children ages 6 and older. A boy with baseball experience is also being sought for the campaign. This is a paid commercial opportunity for Texas-based talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial campaign.
• Participate naturally as a real family during assigned scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Baseball talent will toss and catch a baseball comfortably on camera.
• Attend a fitting if selected.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Real nuclear families consisting of mom, dad, and children ages 6 and older.
• Also seeking a boy, age 6–8, with baseball experience.
• Baseball boy must be comfortable tossing and catching a baseball.
• Must be based in Texas.
• Non-union talent.
• Families should be comfortable appearing together on camera.
• Selected talent must be available for the required fitting and production schedule.

Compensation

• $700 for a 12-hour session.
• 15% agency fee, if applicable.
• $50 fitting fee.