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ZOE: Rosa’s best friend. She’s confident, ambitious, hard on herself, selective, compassionate and straight-forward.

WILL: He’s idealistic, inward, popular but not aware of it, intelligent, only gets curious about people he likes. In love with Rosa.

DAN: Smart, funny, very lively. He’s polyvalent and sensitive. The kind of guy you want to be around with. Youngest of the group.

send an email at: [email protected] with the name of the character you’re auditioning for and we’ll send you the scene for your self-tape audition

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Casting Call for TV Pilot – Lady Luck Inc.

Job Description
A new TV pilot is seeking actors for a heartfelt, character-driven story exploring the lives of a landlady, May, and her tenants. The series dives into relationships, cultural surroundings, and personal challenges, highlighting community and connection within a shared home. The script allows space for improvisation, encouraging actors to bring their unique perspectives to the characters.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray characters with authenticity and emotional depth

  • Collaborate with the creative team to bring character arcs to life

  • Engage in improvisation to enhance storytelling

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming according to the production schedule

Requirements

  • Open to actors of various ethnicities and backgrounds

  • Strong acting skills with the ability to embody complex, layered characters

  • Comfortable with collaborative and improvisational performance style

Roles Available

  • May: Early 60s, open ethnicity. Eccentric, warm, and wise matriarch of the house, holding the community together with humor and care.

  • Fay: Mid-20s, May’s free-spirited art student daughter who often unintentionally stirs up chaos.

  • Brandon: Mid-20s, May’s serious and level-headed law student son, the voice of reason in the household.

  • Fan: Early 60s, May’s quirky sister, fluent in Mandarin. Adds humor and cultural depth to the family dynamic.

  • Lavpreet (Cast): Early 30s, Indian IT specialist balancing ambition, love, and career.

  • Vanessa: Mid-20s, political science student adjusting to a new culture, forming a bond with Yan through music and art.

Compensation

  • Paid role with meal and credit provided

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Skills:
Acting

Job Description
A short film production is seeking a young adult music artist of any gender to portray the emotional journey of a part-time musician striving to balance a full-time job while chasing their dream of making music. This role will capture the highs and lows of the creative process, from frustration to breakthrough moments.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the struggles of writing, recording, and finishing a song independently

  • Act in scenes working with a mentor or producer to bring music to life

  • Convey emotional growth and transformation, from frustration to confidence

  • Bring authenticity to the character’s journey of artistic self-discovery

Requirements

  • Age: 20s–30s

  • Comfortable portraying emotional vulnerability and breakthrough moments

  • Acting experience is a plus but not mandatory

  • Music background (singing, songwriting, or instrumental) is preferred but not required

  • Must be available for scheduled shoots

Compensation

  • $200 total, paid upon completion of shooting

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Casting Women with Vegas Showgirl Costumes for Major TV Series

Job Description
A major returning Emmy-winning television series is looking for women with Vegas showgirl costumes to appear in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity to showcase your unique look and be part of a high-profile production filming in Las Vegas.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in a featured scene wearing your own Vegas showgirl costume

  • Ideally work with a partner or duo if you have matching costumes

  • Bring energy and presence to the scene to authentically capture the Vegas atmosphere

Requirements

  • Women based in the Las Vegas area

  • Must own a Vegas showgirl costume (matching duo preferred but not required)

  • Comfortable performing in front of the camera and taking direction

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)

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Job Description
A horror feature film is casting for a powerful co-lead role. The character is a dark, enigmatic, and goth-inspired female presence who lingers in the audience’s mind long after the scene ends. This is a central role that drives the story’s emotional and chilling moments, creating a haunting atmosphere throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a complex, intense character with emotional depth

  • Deliver strong on-screen presence in a suspenseful horror narrative

  • Perform scenes with emotional intensity and occasional physical action

  • Help shape the film’s central dark and thrilling tone

Requirements

  • Asian female, ages 18–30

  • Long hair, slim or athletic build preferred

  • Ability to carry a mysterious, haunting presence on screen

  • Martial arts experience is a bonus, but not required

  • Must be comfortable with emotionally intense scenes and physical moments

Compensation

  • Paid, non-union role

  • Self-tape audition required (resume, headshot, and full-body shot submission)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

TV Commercial Casting – Male and Female Actors

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking talented male and female actors for an upcoming TV commercial. This is a great opportunity for experienced actors to showcase their skills in a professional, high-visibility project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a scripted TV commercial.

  • Bring energy, authenticity, and professionalism to the role.

  • Follow direction from the production team to achieve the desired performance.

Requirements

  • Male Actor: Ages 40–50, good-looking, fit, confident “boss” type.

  • Female Actor: Ages 30–40, attractive, with a captivating and confident voice.

  • Must submit headshots and a link to acting samples or previous work.

  • Professionalism and reliability required for the shoot.

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking).

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Actor
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Acting

Casting Marton for Short Film

Job Description:
A short film is seeking an actor to play Marton, the lead character. This character is a complex, introspective man with a quiet intensity, and the role requires strong acting skills to portray emotional depth with subtlety.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray Marton, a man in his 30s to early 40s, who is introverted with an emotional inner world

  • Deliver lines in English with an accent that matches the character’s background

  • Collaborate closely with the director to convey hidden emotions and internal conflict

Requirements:

  • Male actor, 30s to early 40s

  • Must be fluent in Hungarian or another Eastern European language

  • Able to perform with nuanced emotion and quiet presence

  • Open to both ACTRA and non-union actors

Compensation:

  • Paid role, rate to be discussed upon selection

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Job Description:
An upcoming psychological thriller, The Return, is casting a tall male contortionist to perform in eerie, supernatural scenes. This is a great opportunity to showcase physical talent in an indie feature film with a dark, thrilling atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform contortion movements as part of key spooky scenes

  • Take direction from the director and work safely on set

  • Bring an unsettling, expressive physical presence to the role

Requirements:

  • Male, tall, skilled in contortion

  • Comfortable performing supernatural, eerie movements

  • Available for 1–2 days during the scheduled shoot window

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity, rate discussed upon selection

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Casting Husband and Wife for Life and Health Insurance Commercial

Job Description:
Casting speaking roles for a :30 commercial for a life and health insurance provider. The commercial will air via broadcast and streaming in Columbia, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach with a 2-year exclusive usage for branded web and social media.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Deliver scripted lines naturally and convincingly

  • Work with the director to capture multiple takes for broadcast-quality results

  • Arrive on time and prepared for shoot day

Requirements:

  • Husband role: Male, mid-30s to mid-50s, all ethnicities

  • Wife role: Female, mid-30s to mid-50s, all ethnicities

  • Must be a local hire in Columbia, SC

  • Professional reel and resume required for submission

Compensation:

  • $1,000 flat rate (may be needed for only one day)

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Kids for Foot Locker Shoot

Job Description:
Casting boys and girls for an upcoming Kids Foot Locker commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity for young talent to be featured in a professional campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a photoshoot or video shoot for the brand

  • Follow directions from the photographer and production team

  • Bring energy, personality, and confidence to set

Requirements:

  • Boys and girls ages 9–12

  • Open to all ethnicities

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Young Boy for Feature Film Photoshoot

Job Description:
Casting a young boy of Middle Eastern heritage for a photoshoot connected to a feature film. This is a paid opportunity for children to be part of an exciting film project.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a professional photoshoot in Dublin

  • Take direction from the photographer and creative team

  • Be comfortable on set and able to pose naturally

Requirements:

  • Boys ages 3–6

  • Must be of Middle Eastern heritage

  • Must be a resident of Ireland with a valid PPSN and right to work

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

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Casting Adults and Real Families for Los Angeles Project

Job Description:
Casting male and female talent, as well as real families, for an upcoming project filming in Los Angeles. This production is looking for authentic family dynamics to feature in a professional campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in lifestyle scenes showcasing real family interactions

  • Follow production direction to create natural and engaging moments

  • Collaborate with other cast members for authentic on-screen chemistry

Requirements:

  • Male and female individuals ages 30–60

  • Real families encouraged to apply:

    • Moms with their kids

    • Dads with their kids

    • Moms and dads with their kids

    • Three generations (parents, kids, and grandparents)

Compensation:

  • $6,750 if booked

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Little Person for Music Video

Job Description:
Casting one little person for an upcoming music video featuring two major artists. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professional production and gain music video experience in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Appear in featured scenes for the music video

  • Work closely with production to bring energy and personality to the shoot

  • Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements:

  • Little person, any age

  • Height under 4’5”

  • Must be available for a 3–4 hour shoot

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

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04-10-2021

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