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Casting Teen and Adult Actors – Coming-of-Age Short Film

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Job Description
An independent short film is seeking both teen and adult actors for lead and supporting roles in a story exploring loyalty, grief, and personal growth. Set in the heart of Atlanta, this coming-of-age narrative highlights community dynamics and youth resilience. The production is non-union and ideal for emerging talent looking to build their reel and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray central or supporting roles in a dramatic, character-driven film

  • Attend rehearsals, callbacks, and shoot over several days in late July

  • Collaborate with cast and crew in a focused and creative environment

  • Bring authenticity and emotional depth to scripted roles

Principal Roles

  • CHRIS (16–18): Anime nerdy-cool, wears glasses, shy but courageous

  • MALIKE (17–19): Street-smart, charismatic, confident energy

  • TERRANCE (17–19): Bully type, jealous and mean-spirited

  • MARCUS (35): African American male, cool hip dad with a street edge

  • SABRINA (35–45): African American woman, maternal and grounded

Supporting Roles

  • African American teens or young adults who can play teens

  • Both male and female performers encouraged to submit

Requirements

  • Must be local to or able to work in Metro Atlanta

  • Available for rehearsals starting July 20

  • Submissions due by July 10; Callbacks on July 12

Compensation

  • Pay negotiable (includes meals and screen credit)

  • Filming for 3–5 days in late July (exact dates TBD)

  • Non-Union / Non-SAG production

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

“Iron Jane” Feature Film – Gym Goers

Job Description

The feature film “Iron Jane” is seeking authentic gym goers and physically fit talent for featured and background roles in a gym scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. Casting is looking for people who genuinely fit an active fitness environment and can naturally portray gym members during the scene.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a gym goer in featured or background scenes
  • Perform natural workout and fitness-related activities on camera
  • Use gym equipment confidently and realistically as directed
  • Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Maintain energy, continuity, and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

  • Seeking genuine gym goers and physically fit individuals
  • Must be comfortable performing workout activities on camera
  • Familiarity with gym equipment and proper exercise movements preferred
  • Must be able to naturally portray an active gym member
  • Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

  • $140/10 hour
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

“Always More” Feature Film – Paid Speaking Roles

Job Description

The feature film “Always More” is casting multiple paid lead, supporting, and featured speaking roles in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking talented actors with strong dramatic and comedic abilities to portray characters ranging from romantic leads and close friends to professionals and authority figures. Local Atlanta talent is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted speaking roles for the feature film
  • Deliver natural, emotionally grounded performances on camera
  • Develop believable chemistry and relationships with other cast members
  • Take direction and adjust performances throughout production
  • Participate in dramatic, comedic, romantic, or emotionally intense scenes depending on the role
  • Maintain professionalism and character continuity throughout filming

Requirements

  • Marcus – Lead: Black male, playing age 30–40; charming, confident, warm, and emotionally mature; strong leading-man presence and natural romantic chemistry
  • Damon – Lead: Black male, playing age 30–40; charismatic, intense, unpredictable, confident, and commanding; exceptional dramatic range required
  • Lily – Supporting: Black female, playing age 7–10; bright, expressive, funny, affectionate, and observant; natural young actor with strong personality and comedic timing
  • Tasha – Supporting: Black female, playing age 28–40; confident, loyal, warm, outspoken, and witty; strong chemistry with other performers
  • Nicole – Supporting: Black female, playing age 28–40; fun, expressive, observant, witty, and outspoken; strong comedic timing and ability to transition naturally into serious moments
  • Trell – Supporting: Black male, playing age 25–40; confident, intimidating, serious, and commanding; strong screen presence and controlled intensity
  • Malik – Supporting: Black male, playing age 25–40; level-headed, assertive, confident, and respected; strong dialogue delivery and dramatic ability
  • Dre – Featured Speaking: Black male, playing age 25–40; energetic, outspoken, funny, and charismatic; strong reactions, comedic timing, and believable group chemistry
  • Quan – Featured Speaking: Black male, playing age 25–40; competitive, outspoken, confident, and quick-witted; natural banter and authentic conversational delivery
  • Doctor – Featured Speaking: Any gender and any ethnicity, playing age 30–60; professional, composed, compassionate, and authoritative; must convey emotion subtly
  • Local Atlanta talent preferred
  • Must be comfortable performing the specific dramatic or physical material associated with the selected role

Compensation

  • Paid roles
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Feature Film – Very Featured Male Teen Role

Job Description

A new feature film is casting a very featured male performer to portray the teenage version of a lead character in Marietta, Georgia. The production is seeking Latino-appearing talent with dark hair who can convincingly play a teen. This is a prominent background acting opportunity for talent interested in gaining feature film set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the teenage version of a lead character in a feature film
  • Perform as a very featured background actor in assigned scenes
  • Follow direction from the director and production team
  • Maintain character appearance and continuity throughout filming
  • Arrive prepared and remain professional while working on set

Requirements

  • Male talent, age 18 or older
  • Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager
  • Latino appearance with dark hair
  • Height of 5’10” or shorter
  • Must be able to work in Marietta, Georgia
  • Reliable and comfortable taking direction on a professional film set

Compensation

  • $160 for 12 hours
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

The feature film “Birthday X” is casting serious actors for main roles, additional roles, and background extras in Atlanta. The film follows a Halloween birthday celebration that turns into a night of broken rules, secrets, and consequences. Production is seeking performers for multiple principal characters, along with adults 18+ of all ethnicities for energetic pool party and house party scenes. Filming will take place at an Atlanta mansion.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform assigned principal, supporting, or background role in the feature film.
  • Bring strong character choices and professional on-set conduct to production.
  • Main cast roles include:
    • Lisa-Rosie: Black, ages 18–21.
    • Malik: Black, ages 18–24.
    • Carrie: White, ages 16–18.
    • Sarah: White, ages 18–22.
    • Mya: Black, ages 38–45.
    • Ryan: White, ages 18–24.
    • Dre: Black, ages 21–25.
    • Chris: Black, ages 21–25.
    • Anita: Black, ages 38–45.
  • Extras will appear in pool party and house party sequences.
  • Follow production direction and maintain availability for the confirmed filming schedule.

Requirements

  • Serious actors interested in feature film work.
  • Must fit the stated character requirements for principal roles.
  • Extras must be 18+ and may be of all ethnicities.
  • Extras should bring a fun, energetic party look suitable for pool and house party scenes.

Compensation

Main cast roles are paid.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Young Male Featured Background Actor for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is casting a young male performer for a featured background role in Atlanta, Georgia. The selected actor will portray the teenage version of a lead character, requiring talent who can closely match the requested appearance. This paid feature film casting opportunity is seeking a Latino male with dark hair who can convincingly portray a teenager on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the teenage version of a lead character in a feature film.
  • Perform as a featured background actor in assigned scenes.
  • Maintain the character’s required appearance throughout filming.
  • Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors and production staff.
  • Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

  • Male, age 16 or older.
  • Latino.
  • Dark hair.
  • Height must be no taller than 5’9″.
  • Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager.
  • Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Must have a valid Georgia Department of Labor certificate as required by production.

Compensation

  • $160 for 12 hours.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Kids Casting Call

Job Description

A feature film is casting children for paid background roles in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking boys and girls ages 5–12 to portray students, neighborhood children, and therapy program participants. This is a great opportunity for young performers to gain on-set experience in a professional feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray students, neighbors, or therapy program participants in background scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team on set.
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.
  • Participate in age-appropriate background activities as directed.

Requirements

  • Boys and girls, ages 5–12.
  • Comfortable performing in a background role.
  • Must be available to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

  • $140 for up to 10 hours.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Fitness

Job Description

Destination Casting is seeking male and female fitness models and bodybuilders (18+) to appear as featured background talent and body doubles in the upcoming feature film Iron Jane. Filming will take place in the Atlanta, Georgia area between August 11 and September 9. This is a paid opportunity for individuals with an athletic, muscular physique who are interested in working on a major film production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray featured background characters or body doubles in various film scenes.
  • Follow direction from the director and production team on set.
  • Maintain continuity in appearance and performance throughout filming.
  • Be available for scheduled shoot dates during the production window.
  • Arrive camera-ready and prepared for wardrobe and filming requirements.

Requirements

  • Male and female bodybuilders or fitness models, 18 years or older.
  • Athletic or muscular physique suitable for featured background or body double work.

Compensation

  • $350–$500 per day, depending on the role.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

Destination Casting is seeking Hispanic and Caucasian babies and twins to appear as featured background talent in the upcoming feature film Iron Jane, filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid opportunity is open to infants 2 months to 1 year old and offers families the chance to have their child featured in a major film production. Filming will take place between August 11 and September 9.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as featured background talent in selected film scenes.
  • Follow directions from the production team with the assistance of a parent or guardian.
  • Be available for wardrobe and filming as needed.
  • Help create realistic family and background scenes for the feature film.

Requirements

  • Hispanic or Caucasian babies or twins.
  • Ages 2 months to 1 year.
  • Must have a Georgia Department of Labor (GA DOL) Child Entertainment Certificate.

Compensation

  • $200 per day.
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Feature Film Lead, Supporting and Background Actors

Job Description

A new independent feature film is seeking lead, supporting, and background actors for a variety of roles in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. This casting opportunity welcomes performers of all experience levels to portray the residents and staff of a senior living community in a heartfelt and character-driven story. Whether you’re an experienced actor or building your resume, this feature film offers valuable on-screen experience and industry exposure.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform a lead, supporting, or background role in an independent feature film.
  • Collaborate with the director and production team to bring characters to life.
  • Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
  • Deliver authentic and engaging performances on set.
  • Work professionally with fellow cast members and crew.

Requirements

  • Male and female actors of various ethnicities and backgrounds.
  • Lead and supporting roles are available for performers ages 18–80, depending on the character.
  • Background roles are available for adults ages 18–80.
  • Some character roles may require specific accents or cultural backgrounds.
  • Open to actors of all experience levels.

Compensation

  • Deferred compensation (contingent upon project funding).
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description:

A non-union feature film, Praise Has No Color, is casting a lead male actor for a dramatic role filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking an actor with strong emotional range who can confidently handle sensitive subject matter as part of a character-driven story exploring faith, accountability, forgiveness, and redemption.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray the lead character in a feature-length film.
  • Perform emotionally demanding dramatic scenes.
  • Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.

Requirements:

  • Male, ages 20–30
  • Caucasian
  • Strong dramatic acting ability.
  • Comfortable portraying scenes involving racism and racial slurs as part of the character’s redemption arc.

Compensation:

  • Credit
  • Meals
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Asian Male Stand-In for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting an Asian male stand-in for a major production filming in Savannah and Macon, Georgia. This role requires someone with prior stand-in experience who can support the production team by matching positioning, lighting, and blocking for scenes. Ideal candidates have open availability and are comfortable working on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work as a stand-in for a principal actor during film production
  • Assist with lighting, camera setup, and scene blocking
  • Follow direction from the assistant director and crew
  • Maintain consistency in positioning and timing for scenes
  • Be available throughout the filming schedule

Requirements

  • Asian male, ages 55–59
  • Previous stand-in experience required
  • Open availability for the full production schedule
  • Comfortable working long hours on set
  • Able to work as a local hire in Savannah and Macon, GA

Compensation

  • $182 per 12 hours
  • Professional feature film experience
  • Opportunity to work closely with production crew
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

An upcoming action thriller titled Rogue is now casting strong, grounded performers for a gritty survival story centered on Rogue, a disciplined Army veteran who is abducted. This production is seeking actors who can deliver subtle intensity, emotional realism, and character-driven performances in high-stakes scenes. Supporting roles include emotionally grounded characters from Rogue’s past, as well as dangerous antagonistic forces and fellow abducted women. Non-union talent is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform a supporting role in an action-thriller film with emotionally intense and suspense-driven scenes.

  • Take direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and crew.

  • Maintain character consistency across takes and scenes.

  • Bring believable emotional depth, tension, and grounded realism to your performance.

  • Arrive prepared, on time, and production-ready for all scheduled work.

Requirements

  • Non-union performers welcome.

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta metro area.

  • Ability to portray grounded emotion and subtle intensity is strongly preferred.

  • Some roles may require physical commitment consistent with an action thriller.

Roles Being Cast (All Paid Supporting Roles):

  • Dad (Black American) — Male, 55s–60s. Rogue’s father. A former soldier who trained her survival instincts from a young age. Appears in present day (older) and in flashbacks as a firm but loving guide. Emotionally grounded presence that anchors Rogue’s inner strength.

  • Therapist (Any Nationality) — Female, 30s–50s. Well-meaning but disconnected. Pushes Rogue toward emotional softness without understanding the cost of survival. Subtle, conversational role highlighting the gap between therapeutic language and lived experience.

  • Lana (Black American) — Female, 20s–30s. One of the abducted women. Terrified, untrained, and overwhelmed. Attempts to follow Rogue’s lead but lacks the conditioning to survive. Strong emotional range needed.

  • Tiana (Any Nationality) — Female, 20s–30s. Another abducted woman. Frightened and disoriented; her presence reinforces the stakes and brutality of the situation. Strong emotional range needed.

Compensation

  • Paid roles (non-union).

  • Compensation details will be provided by production upon selection.

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07-24-2025

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