Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: High School Baseball Team for Pharmaceutical Commercial

Job Description:
The Cast Station is seeking a high school baseball team, including players, umpires, and a coach, for an upcoming pharmaceutical commercial. We are looking for male actors aged 15-18 to portray baseball players, along with real umpires and a coach. This is a great opportunity to showcase teamwork and athleticism in a high-quality commercial project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Baseball players will perform various on-field actions, such as hitting, fielding, and running, as directed by the production team.
• Umpires will oversee game play and officiate scenes involving baseball action.
• The coach will interact with the players and direct team activities within the commercial.
• All talent will follow the director’s instructions to bring authenticity to the baseball scenes.

Requirements:

• Players must be aged 15-18 and able to portray high school baseball athletes.
• Umpires and coach must have experience in their respective roles and should be able to portray their position authentically on camera.
• Must be available for fitting and shoot dates.
• Must be local to Austin, TX, or able to work as a local (no travel or lodging provided).

Compensation Details:

• Payment of $650 per person per shoot day.
• An additional $7,500 buyout per person for usage in the final edit of the commercial.
• A $5,000 donation will be made to the team selected for the commercial.

Casting Call: Background Actors for “Raid Pacific” Feature Film

Job Description:
Goleman Casting is seeking background actors for the feature film Raid Pacific. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in a historical battle scene, playing either a Marine Raider or a Japanese soldier. We are looking for dedicated individuals to portray military personnel with accuracy and professionalism.

Roles Available:

• Marine Raiders: Men and women aged 16-40 of any ethnicity to portray Marine Raiders in battle.
• Japanese Soldiers: Men and women aged 16-55 of East Asian descent or ethnically ambiguous to portray Japanese soldiers in battle.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a Marine Raider or Japanese soldier in various battle scenes, adhering to military-style discipline and performance.
• Maintain physical appearance suitable for the role, including the appropriate hairstyle for military personnel.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure accurate depictions of battle scenes.
• Follow cues and direction to ensure that all scenes are executed smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Marine Raiders: Men should be clean-shaven. Women should have short hair or be able to tuck hair under a military helmet. Average to fit body type required.
• Japanese Soldiers: Men should be clean-shaven. Women should have short hair or be able to tuck hair under a military helmet. Average to fit body type required.
• Must be local to Mobile and Baldwin County, AL areas or willing to work as a local.
• Ability to follow direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Compensation Details:

• $175 for 12 hours of work ($150 base pay + $25 gas bump).
• Additional pay for extended work hours, if applicable.

Casting Call: Male Convenience Store Worker for Feature Film

Job Description:
Brock Allen Casting is seeking a featured male extra to portray a convenience store worker for an upcoming feature film. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a professional film production. The selected actor will have a non-speaking role but will be featured prominently in key scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a convenience store worker in the film, following the specific direction provided by the production team.
• Maintain the look and demeanor of a store worker throughout filming.
• Take cues from the director and work collaboratively with the cast and crew to ensure a smooth and effective shoot.

Requirements:

• Male, mid to late 20s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Height: 5’10” or below.
• Must be local to Bastrop, TX, or willing to work as a local (no travel or lodging provided).
• Professionalism, reliability, and a cooperative attitude on set.

Compensation Details:

• $200 for 10 hours of work.
• No travel or lodging will be provided, so local applicants are preferred.

Casting Call: Press Conference Attendees for ROOFMAN

Job Description:
Tona B. Dahlquist Casting is seeking background actors to portray press conference attendees for the upcoming production of ROOFMAN. We are looking for individuals to participate in a key scene set during a press conference. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professional film production in Charlotte, NC.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a press conference attendee, interacting with other background actors as required for the scene.
• Follow instructions from the director and production team to ensure the scene runs smoothly.
• React to cues and maintain focus throughout the scene to bring authenticity to the press conference setting.

Requirements:

• Must be local to Charlotte, NC, or willing to work as a local.
• Ability to take direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• No specific acting experience required, but a cooperative and positive attitude is essential.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation will be provided (rate not specified).
• Participants will receive appropriate compensation for their time on set.

Casting Call: Drivers for ROOFMAN

Job Description:
Tona B. Dahlquist Casting is seeking experienced drivers for the upcoming production of ROOFMAN. We are looking for individuals with vehicles from the 1990s to 2007 to participate in driving scenes. If you have a vehicle within this range and are interested in being part of a professional film production, this is your opportunity!

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive your 1990s-2007 vehicle in various scenes as directed by the production team.
• Ensure safe and controlled driving while on set.
• Follow instructions and cues from the production crew to ensure that each scene is executed smoothly.
• Maintain the appearance and condition of your vehicle for the duration of the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must own and be able to operate a vehicle from the 1990s to 2007.
• Must be local to Charlotte, NC, or willing to work as a local.
• Prior experience in driving on set is preferred but not required.
• Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow directions closely.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation will be provided (rate not specified).
• Additional compensation may be provided for the use of personal vehicles, depending on production needs.

Casting Call: CFC “Writers in Development” Shorts

Job Description:
We are casting various roles for five short films as part of the CFC Writers in Development program. These short productions are 3-5 minute professionally produced segments designed to showcase a writer’s voice and highlight the potential of their feature script. Each short film will feature a carefully crafted scene meant to engage audiences and reflect the heart of a larger feature in development. The final pieces will be screened at industry events and made available online.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in a 3-5 minute short film, bringing the character to life based on the script and direction.
• Participate in up to 4 hours of unpaid rehearsal time.
• Cooperate with the production team for hair and makeup consultations, which may last up to 1 hour.
• Follow all directions from the director and production team to ensure a smooth and professional shoot.

Requirements:

• Open to both union (ACTRA) and non-union performers.
• Must be available for a 1-day shoot.
• Willingness to participate in unpaid rehearsals and consultations.
• Professional attitude and ability to take direction well.
• Auditions will be held via Zoom.

Compensation Details:

• This is an unpaid role as per ACTRA/CFC Agreement.
• Participants will receive professional exposure and the opportunity to have their work showcased in an industry event as part of the Norman Jewison Film Program.
• Final productions will also be available online through the CFC’s YouTube channel for broader viewing.

Casting Call: Grandparents for Pharma Campaign

Job Description:
We are currently seeking grandparents aged 65-80 years old for an upcoming pharma campaign. This campaign will involve a commercial shoot with usage rights for 3 years. We are looking for individuals from diverse backgrounds to portray different ethnicities in a range of scenes. The selected actors will be required for the shooting day and must be available for the campaign’s exclusivity period.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a grandparent in various scenes as directed for the pharma campaign.
• Follow instructions provided by the production team to ensure the scenes are shot effectively.
• Maintain professionalism on set, with a cooperative and adaptable attitude during the shoot.
• Comply with the terms of exclusivity for the campaign over the next three years.

Requirements:

• Grandparents aged between 65 and 80 years.
• All ethnicities: Hispanic male, Caucasian male and female, Asian male and female, African American female, Indian and Pakistani male and female.
• Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must provide a recent headshot and full-body photo.
• Only candidates within the specified age range (65-75) should apply.

Compensation Details:

• A total payment of $6,800, which includes the shooting day, usage rights, and exclusivity for 3 years.

Casting Call: Background Actors for Independent Film “Situationships”

Job Description:
Hylton Casting is seeking diverse background actors to appear in the independent film Situationships, directed by Tip “T.I.” Harris. This film follows a group of friends who go away for a yearly getaway and unexpectedly discover more about themselves. We are casting for various non-speaking background roles in a variety of scenes.

Background Roles Available:

• Park Goers
• Joggers
• Friends and Family Watching Engagement
• Upscale Restaurant Patrons

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray one of the background roles (e.g., park goers, joggers, patrons) in multiple scenes, including outdoor park scenes, street scenes, and upscale restaurant scenes.
• Follow the directions of the production team to ensure that the scenes are executed smoothly.
• Remain in character throughout the duration of the shoot.
• Work in multiple environments, both outdoor and indoor, as required by the production.

Requirements:

• All ethnicities, all genders, aged 18 and older.
• Must be available to work in the Atlanta, GA area.
• Professional attitude, punctuality, and ability to take direction well.

Compensation Details:

• Payment will be provided for your time (rate not specified, varies by role and scene duration).
• Meals will be provided on set.

Casting Call: Commercial Shoot for Non-Union Background Actors

Job Description:
We are seeking male background actors for a commercial shoot in the Nashville area. The selected candidates will be required to participate as non-speaking extras in various scenes. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a commercial production with a well-established production company.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as background talent in various scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth execution of the shoot.
• Be punctual, professional, and adaptable to any scene changes or requirements on set.
• Maintain the required appearance for the shoot throughout the day.

Requirements:

• Male candidates aged between 18 and 75 years.
• Must be able to work locally in the Dickson, TN area (no travel or accommodation will be provided).
• Professionalism, reliability, and a cooperative attitude on set.

Compensation Details:

• Paid day rate of $100 for 8 hours of work.
• Any additional hours worked beyond 8 will be compensated accordingly.
• Call time details will be provided on the afternoon prior to the shoot.