YouTube Series Open Casting Call

Casting Call: Actor’s Young Children for Featured Role

Job Description
We are seeking talented young performers to portray the son and daughter of a main actor in a highly featured still photograph. This is a great opportunity for young actors to gain exposure and experience on set while working alongside a lead cast member.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional film set environment for a still photo session

• Follow direction from the photographer and production team

• Work alongside adult actors in a collaborative and creative atmosphere

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 7–11

• Ethnicity: White/Caucasian or Biracial

• Must be available for fitting and filming dates in Georgia

• Able to take direction well and remain focused on set

Compensation

• $175 for 10 hours or $175 for 8 hours, depending on schedule

• $50 fitting bump

Stand-In Actor – African American Male

Job Description
A television production is seeking an African American male to serve as a stand-in for an actor during filming. The stand-in will match the actor’s physical characteristics and will be used for lighting and camera blocking before the main performance. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work closely with the production crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Maintain the same height, weight, and complexion as the actor for continuity

• Follow instructions from the camera and lighting departments

• Be punctual and prepared for each filming day

Requirements

• African American male, light to medium complexion, dark hair

• Height: 6’1” to 6’3” | Weight: 170–210 lbs

• Age range: 20s to 40s

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to IL

• Prior stand-in or set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Fiddle Player

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a fiddle player in authentic farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own fiddle to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, helping create a realistic and immersive atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fiddle player in exterior farm and off-the-grid community scenes

• Pantomime playing the fiddle along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own fiddle as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for movement, placement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a fiddle and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Bus Passengers

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 by joining the cast as a bus passenger in dynamic interior scenes. This non-speaking background role offers the chance to appear in a popular streaming series while working closely with a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bus passenger in scripted interior bus scenes

• Follow on-set directions for seating, expressions, and movement

• Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere

• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe as instructed by production

Requirements

• All ethnicities, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable sitting for extended periods during filming

• Ability to follow detailed direction in a confined setting

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Guitar Player

Job Description
Join the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a guitar player in engaging exterior farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own guitar to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, adding authenticity and depth to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guitarist in various outdoor farm and community scenes

• Pantomime guitar playing along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own guitar as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for placement, movement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a guitar and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Farm Workers & Community Members

Job Description
Join the cast of the hit BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 and help bring to life gripping rural farm and off-the-grid community scenes. This non-speaking background role is perfect for performers looking to add a notable TV credit to their portfolio while working alongside a talented production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray farm workers and community members in exterior rural settings

• Participate in crowd and atmospheric scenes to enhance authenticity

• Follow on-set direction from the production team for positioning and movement

• Maintain wardrobe and appearance according to production guidelines

Requirements

• Caucasian, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Able to commit to both scheduled filming days

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• 12+ hour filming days may be required

Casting Call – College Professors for Educational Video Ad

Job Description
An advertising video promoting educational books and courses is seeking a male and female to portray college professors. Filming will take place in the Los Angeles area before the end of August 2025. The role requires strong conversational skills and a professional, academic presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor in scripted and conversational scenes

• Deliver lines clearly and confidently

• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired tone and message

Requirements

• Caucasian male and female, early 40’s

• Must have excellent conversational skills

• Professional, academic look preferred

• Must be available for a 1-day shoot before the end of August 2025 in Los Angeles, CA

Compensation

• $500/8 hours

• Local hire only

Casting Call – Real Father/Adult Son Duo for Military Family Portrayal

Job Description
A non-union project filming in New England is seeking a real father and adult son duo to portray a military family. This is a unique opportunity for authentic pairs to be part of a well-compensated and heartfelt production. Filming will take place September 3–6, 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together on camera, portraying a military family

• Follow direction from the production team to create authentic and engaging scenes

• Participate in both posed and candid-style filming as needed

Requirements

• Real father and son pair

• Son must be age 21+

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be available for the full shoot schedule in New England

Compensation

• Pays up to $12,000 per duo if cast

• Local or travel-ready talent welcome

Casting Call – True Crime Series Role: Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting for the role of Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend. This role will be featured in a dramatic reenactment involving scripted gun violence, filmed in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend with authenticity and emotional intensity

• Perform in scenes that include scripted gun violence (no actual weapons use)

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver a compelling performance

Requirements

• Black female, early 20’s

• Comfortable performing in scenes with scripted violence

• Must be available Thursday, August 21, 2025, in the afternoon/evening in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day worked + hotel accommodations

• Local or travel-ready talent welcome

Casting Call – Short Series “GASP”

Job Description
Casting is now open for GASP, a short series centered on Aya, a queer Muslim photographer navigating cultural expectations with the help of her four mischievous friends. This heartfelt and dynamic project will film for one day in New York City and offers a unique opportunity for actors to join a bold and inclusive narrative. While this is an unpaid role, meals, footage, and IMDb credit will be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for the short series on the scheduled date

• Portray the character with authenticity and emotional depth

• Collaborate with the director and cast for a smooth shoot

• Deliver minimal lines while maintaining strong on-screen presence

Requirements

• Role: Derek – Black male, ages 25–40

• Derek is Aya’s on-and-off boyfriend; must capture the complexity of the relationship

• Must be available for filming on August 23rd, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM in New York City (Brooklyn)

• Ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced filming environment

Compensation

• Unpaid role

• Meals provided during filming

• Footage and IMDb credit included

SAG Actors for Bar Patron Role

Job Description
Casting is underway for talented SAG-AFTRA actors to portray bar patrons in an upcoming TV series. This role is perfect for performers who can naturally bring the lively, authentic atmosphere of a bar setting to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic and engaging bar patron character

• Take direction from the production team and deliver consistent performances

• Maintain professionalism on set at all times

Requirements

• Must be a current SAG-AFTRA member

• Ability to work as a local hire in Westchester, NY

• Comfortable with an 8-hour workday on set

Compensation

• SAG rate: $224 for 8 hours of work

Casting Andre for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting for the role of Andre, a red herring character involved in the storyline. This role requires comfort with scripted violence and a strong on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Andre authentically in scripted reenactment scenes

• Perform actions involving staged violence safely and convincingly

• Follow the director’s guidance to maintain realism and dramatic tension

Requirements

• Hispanic male, 30s

• Comfortable performing in scenes with scripted violence

• Likely needed Tuesday, August 19, at 3:00 PM

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day plus hotel accommodations