Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Supporting Role: Shaka (Independent Feature Film)

Job Description
An independent feature film is casting a supporting role for Shaka, an African/African American male character (ages 18–22). This role calls for a talkative, confident presence with big personality—someone who can lean into comedic, slightly annoying energy in a believable way. The project will be filmed with an experimental style, with many moments built around improvisation, making it a strong fit for actors (or real people) who can think fast and stay natural on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Shaka in a supporting role with strong personality and confident energy

• Perform improvised dialogue and react naturally in the moment

• Take direction while staying flexible in an experimental filming style

• Maintain continuity in performance across takes and setups

Requirements

• African/African American male, ages 18–22

• Comfortable improvising lines and working with loose scripting

• Strong on-camera presence; comedic timing is a plus

• Open to actors and non-actors with authentic personality and confidence

Compensation

• $249 for an 8-hour day

Featured Child Extras (Ages 8–10)

Job Description
A production is casting two Black/African American child extras (boys or girls, ages 8–10) for featured extra work in New Rochelle, NY. Talent should be comfortable with a 1977-inspired look, including hair styling that matches the period. Siblings are welcome to apply. A parent or guardian must be present for all required days (shoot day, fitting, and hair test).

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a featured child extra in background/action moments

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting before filming

• Complete a required hair test to confirm the 1977 hair look

• Follow on-set direction from the production team and remain camera-ready

Requirements

• Black/African American kids, ages 8–10 (male or female)

• Must be available for the shoot day plus both the fitting and hair test

• Must be able to achieve a 1977 look with hair

• Parent or guardian must accompany the child on all days

Compensation

• $176/day for the featured extra work (shoot day)

• $87.50 for the fitting (half day)

• $87.50 for the hair test (half day)

Paid Court Show Reenactment Series Casting Black Actors (Ages 25–60)

Job Description

A paid court show reenactment series is casting Black/African American talent for dramatic relationship disputes, personal injury cases, and social-media-driven misunderstandings. These roles are dialogue-heavy and emotionally charged, requiring strong performance instincts, believable reactions, and the ability to handle confrontation in a courtroom setting. Filming takes place in a studio environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a courtroom role in a reenactment episode with authentic emotion and clear storytelling.
• Deliver testimony and react naturally during questioning and conflict.
• Follow direction for pacing, blocking, and continuity across multiple takes.
• Maintain character consistency through intense personal and relationship disputes.

Requirements

• Black/African American actors, ages 25–60 (role-specific ranges below).
• Comfortable with dramatic conflict, relationship disputes, and dialogue-heavy scenes.
• Strong on-camera presence with clear delivery and strong listening/reaction skills.

Roles

• Plaintiff Ethan Marks (Male, 30–40, Black): Romantic and generous professional who believes in showing effort when dating. Suing after an expensive third date ends in embarrassment and a financial loss.
• Defendant Lila Dawson (Female, 25–40, Black): Quiet, reserved woman who lives with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Overwhelmed during the date and insists her reactions were involuntary and that she shouldn’t be financially responsible.
• Defendant Cedrick Lockheed (Male, 50–60, Black): Retired equipment manager/homeowner—strict, suspicious, and cheap. Firm, old-school, and rule-driven, believes “rules are love” and doesn’t do second chances twice.

Compensation

• $120

Music Video Casting: Black Male Lead (Late 20s–Early 30s)

Job Description
A paid music video is casting a featured male role for an upcoming shoot in the LA and Palm Springs area. Production is seeking a Black man with a dark complexion who can embody a “heartthrob with rough edges” energy. This role includes a few lines, so talent should be comfortable performing character-driven moments on camera with confidence and presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured on-camera role in a narrative-style music video.

• Deliver a few lines naturally and stay in character throughout the shoot.

• Take direction quickly and maintain continuity across takes.

• Be comfortable with light grooming adjustments for scenes if needed.

Requirements

• Black male, late 20s–early 30s, dark complexion.

• “Typical heartthrob” look with a rough-around-the-edges vibe.

• Preferably short haircut; facial hair that can be altered/cut if required for scenes.

• Must be able to work in the LA + Palm Springs area.

Compensation

• Paid (rate details shared with selected talent).

Brother’s Friends (Network TV Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series filming in the Knoxville, TN area is casting Brother’s Friends for scripted scenes. This is a paid on-camera opportunity for talent who can bring a natural, believable presence to a true crime recreation environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the brother’s friends in recreation scenes with natural reactions and movement.

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes.

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 20s–30s.

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

• Comfortable with mature true crime themes and scripted violence (as applicable).

• Provide current photos (shoulders-up and full body), plus height/weight and city/state.

Compensation

• $75/day.

Mikail’s Girlfriend (Network TV Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series filming in the Knoxville, TN area is casting the role of Mikail’s Girlfriend. This paid on-camera role features a gym scene moment, including walking out and reacting while watching her boyfriend.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mikail’s girlfriend in a gym scene with natural, on-camera reactions.

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes.

• Stay professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black female, 20s, physically fit.

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

• Comfortable with scripted violence/mature true crime content.

Compensation

• $100/day.

Non-Union Web Series Casting: 2 Speaking Roles (Winnipeg)

Job Description
A new non-union web series is casting two additional speaking roles with a solid amount of dialogue. This is a one-day shoot with an estimated 1–3 hour filming day, making it a great fit for actors looking to add a speaking credit and sharpen on-set performance skills. Selected talent will receive the script in advance, with potential for light improv during filming. Production is filming in Winnipeg, MB.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role with scripted dialogue for a web series episode.

• Review the script ahead of the shoot and arrive prepared off-book or camera-ready.

• Take direction from the director and collaborate professionally on set.

• Be open to light improv if requested while staying true to the scene.

Requirements

• Must be non-union talent and able to work in Winnipeg, MB.

• Casting the following roles:

  • Elementary School Teacher: Caucasian female, ages 30–40 (or close), speaking role.

  • Family Doctor: African male, ages 40–50 (or close), speaking role.

• Must be available for a one-day shoot during the listed filming windows (details provided upon selection).

Compensation

• $100 per role (paid).

SAG Commercial Extras Casting: African American Kids (Ages 6–18)

Job Description
A SAG commercial is casting background actors (extras) who are African American kids—boys and girls ages 6–18—for a commercial shoot in the Augusta, Georgia area. This is a local hire opportunity, so talent must be able to work as a local in/near Augusta, GA. If your child is camera-ready and comfortable on set, this is a great chance to gain on-set commercial experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background extra in a SAG commercial scene.

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and production team.

• Maintain a professional, positive attitude during holding and filming.

• Arrive on time, ready to work, and remain available for the full shoot window.

Requirements

• African American kids, boys or girls, ages 6–18.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Augusta, GA area.

• Must have a recent, clear photo that reflects your current look (no filters or distracting backgrounds).

• Prior on-camera experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• $448.70 per 8 hours (SAG Background rate).

African American Male Actor for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting an African American male actor for an on-camera role filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The team is seeking talent who can closely match the reference images provided by production and deliver a natural, confident on-camera performance during a standard shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a commercial scene with a natural, believable presence.

• Follow direction from the director and production team for blocking and performance adjustments.

• Maintain professionalism on set and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Work efficiently within an 8–10 hour production schedule.

Requirements

• African American male actor.

• Must be able to resemble the reference images provided by production.

• Comfortable working on a commercial set environment.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

Compensation

• $350 (paid).

• Estimated shoot length: 8–10 hours (exact call time TBD).

Girlfriend Role for Network Television Series (Non-Union)

Job Description
A network television series is casting a Black female actor to portray a girlfriend role in portrait-style scenes that highlight an authentic romantic relationship. This non-union role is part of a true crime recreation series filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The scenes focus on emotional connection and everyday interaction rather than dialogue-heavy moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the girlfriend of the main character in realistic, relationship-focused scenes.

• Perform natural, expressive reactions that communicate intimacy and connection.

• Take direction from the director to support storytelling through physical presence and emotion.

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black female, late 20s to late 30s.

• Physically fit with a camera-ready appearance.

• Comfortable performing in portrait-style, relationship-driven scenes.

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

• Non-union talent only.

Compensation

• $100/day (paid).