Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Bears Bears Bears (R&D Stage Production)

Job Description
A paid R&D theatre opportunity is now casting actors for an upcoming development week of a new stage production. This project is seeking strong performers who can bring sharp character work, natural comedy, and grounded emotion to a contemporary play setting. Actors from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be based in Greater Manchester, with rehearsals/auditions taking place in Manchester City Centre.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for an R&D development process ahead of a future premiere.

• Collaborate with the creative team in readings, scene work, and exploratory staging.

• Take direction, adjust performance choices quickly, and support an ensemble environment.

• Bring clear character specificity, timing, and truthful emotional beats to the work.

Requirements

• Must be Greater Manchester-based and able to work in Manchester City Centre.

• Seeking actors to play ages 30–35 for the following roles:

  • Jen: confident, dry-witted, funny, impulsive, creative/arty appearance.

  • Jake: sarcastic, self-conscious, self-deprecating, outdoorsy, hipster vibe.

  • Jodi: wears her heart on her sleeve, a little naive, modest, always well-groomed.

• Performance materials typically requested include a Spotlight link and CV and/or showreel.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed).

Atlanta Law Firm Skits Casting (Male & Female Actors)

Job Description
A production in the Atlanta area is casting male and female actors for a law firm content shoot featuring short, commercial-style skits filmed back-to-back. Talent should be comfortable performing dramatic material while also handling improv and quick adjustments on set. This is a great fit for performers with strong memorization skills who can deliver natural, emotionally believable reads in a fast-paced shoot environment. Location: Hampton, GA (Atlanta area).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in multiple short-form law firm skits, filmed back-to-back.

• Memorize lines quickly and deliver dramatic moments with believable emotion.

• Improvise when needed and take direction to adjust performance on the fly.

• Stay camera-ready and professional throughout the full shoot window.

Requirements

• Male actor (Actor 1): ages 21–35, all ethnicities.

• Female actor (Actor 2): ages 21–30, all ethnicities.

• Strong script memorization skills and comfort with improv.

• Must be able to perform dramatic material and take quick direction.

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work in Hampton, GA.

Compensation

• $200 flat rate.

• $50 gas bump.

Walter (Lead) – Elderly Male Actor for Short Film

Job Description
A paid, union short film is casting an elderly male lead for a one-day shoot in Calgary taking place in mid-December. The story follows Walter, a vulnerable senior living alone in a care facility, who becomes the target of a calm, calculating intruder—highlighting how systems meant to protect people can fail. This role includes implied nudity, so performers must be comfortable with sensitive, professionally handled material. Location: Calgary, Alberta.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Walter, the film’s lead, in emotionally grounded scenes centered on vulnerability and tension.

• Follow director guidance to deliver natural, realistic performance beats in a dramatic narrative.

• Maintain professionalism and clear communication on a set that may include intimacy-adjacent staging (implied nudity only).

Requirements

• Male, ages 60–80, any ethnicity.

• Must be able to work in Calgary as a local hire for a one-day shoot.

• Comfortable with implied nudity (closed set practices typically used).

• Strong acting ability preferred, as this is a lead role with emotional range.

Compensation

• Paid (Union project).

Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Secondary Male Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Secondary Male for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. Production is seeking a friendly, approachable performer with a natural on-camera presence to support the hero storyline. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as secondary on-camera talent in a hair dye commercial.

• Perform simple, natural actions and reactions that support the scene.

• Take direction well and maintain continuity across takes.

Requirements

• Black male, ages 30–40.

• Friendly, approachable look and camera-ready presence.

• Minimal natural greys are a plus (not required).

• Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

• Rate details not listed for this role (20% agency fee applies to all rates, as noted).

Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Secondary Female Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Secondary Female for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. Production is looking for a friendly, approachable presence who can support the hero storyline with natural on-camera reactions and simple actions. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as secondary on-camera talent in a hair dye commercial.

• Deliver natural reactions and light, lifestyle-style actions that support the scene.

• Follow direction quickly and maintain continuity across takes.

Requirements

• Female, any ethnicity, ages 30–40.

• Friendly, approachable look and on-camera comfort.

• Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

• Rate details not listed for this role (20% agency fee applies to all rates, as noted).

Hair Dye Commercial Casting: Hero Male Role

Job Description
A non-union hair dye commercial is casting a Hero Male for a shoot in Los Angeles. Production is seeking a confident, athletic, camera-ready performer who can clearly showcase hair results on camera. This role will involve a hair transformation moment, and the hero talent must be comfortable having grey highlights added for the shoot. Talent must work as a Los Angeles local hire (no travel covered). Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as the on-camera hero talent in a hair dye commercial and perform natural, approachable actions.

• Demonstrate visible hair results, including before/after styling and on-camera hair moments.

• Take direction quickly and maintain performance consistency across takes.

• Be comfortable with hair styling/adjustments, including temporary grey highlights for the role.

Requirements

• Hispanic male, ages 35–45.

• Dark brown or black hair.

• Athletic build.

• Hair should be slightly longer to help demonstrate product results.

• Naturally occurring greys are a bonus but not required.

• Must be willing to have grey highlights added (client may cover cost to return hair to natural color upon request).

• Must be non-union and able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles.

Compensation

• Hero session fee: $500.

• Hero usage fee: $5,500 (guaranteed at booking).

• Note: A 20% agency fee applies to all rates (as provided).

True Crime Reenactment Series Casting: Young “Taylor” Role

Job Description
A non-union, network true crime reenactment series is casting a featured role for an upcoming shoot in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is seeking a white female actor who can portray “Taylor,” with blonde hair and a believable younger look that matches a provided reference. This role involves sensitive material, including scripted violence and murder-related content, so comfort with mature subject matter is required. Location: Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Taylor” in a true crime recreation for network television.

• Follow direction to perform scripted reenactment scenes with natural, realistic reactions.

• Maintain professionalism on set while working with serious, crime-related themes.

Requirements

• White female, age 18 to early 20s.

• Blonde hair (or willing to match the look).

• Must closely resemble a younger version of the provided reference.

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN (local hire or able to travel).

Compensation

• $125/day.

Houston Female Talent (18–35) for Casting Project

Job Description
A casting project is seeking Houston-based female talent to portray a cool, stylish character with an effortless edge—someone who could realistically be in a band, a barista, a skateboarder, or a hairstylist. This opportunity is looking for women with a slender/fit look, strong natural charisma, and an interesting, modern vibe that reads authentic on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a trendy, real-world character type (band member/barista/skater/hairstylist)

• Take direction well and bring natural, confident energy to the scene

• Maintain a camera-ready look that fits the requested style

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–35

• Must be local to Houston

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Slender/fit appearance

• Cool style and presence (hair, accessories, and overall vibe that feels modern and authentic)

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed and following creative direction

Compensation

• Pay rate not listed

Volunteer English Voice Actors Needed (Animated Student Short Film)

Job Description
A mystical, coming-of-age animated short film is seeking English-speaking voice actors for multiple character roles, plus a few small background parts. You’ll record voiced lines for an animated project with a clear character tone (soft, wise, upbeat, snappy, etc.). Paris-based talent is preferred, but remote talent with a strong at-home recording setup is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Record character dialogue in English with clear performance choices and consistent tone

• Take direction and deliver a few alternate reads as requested

• Provide clean, studio-quality audio (or comparable home studio quality) suitable for animation

• Meet agreed recording timelines and file delivery specs

Requirements

• English fluency with strong clarity and natural delivery

• Ability to perform one of the following voice types:

  • Young, timid woman (protagonist): soft, clear, unsure but sincere

  • Old, wise man: stubborn yet welcoming; warm and thoughtful authority

  • Confident couple (1 man, 1 woman): polished, ethereal confidence with a “perfect couple” energy

  • Smug, snappy man: uptight, annoyed, quick and sharp

  • Corporate ad-reader: upbeat, confident, commercial-style read

  • Additional background voices (short lines)

• Access to a good recording setup if recording remotely

• Demo reel, samples, or recent voiceover work ready to share

Compensation

• Volunteer / unpaid voiceover opportunity

• Possible credit (where applicable) and a strong piece for your voiceover portfolio

Photo Casting: Upscale Caucasian Male (Late 40s–Early 50s)

Job Description
A photo casting is seeking 1 Caucasian male to portray an upscale, fatherly, good-looking character for a project titled “The Body.” Talent must be fully available for both required work dates. This opportunity is open to ACTRA and non-union talent and is a strong fit for performers with a polished, mature on-camera presence who can deliver a clean, natural look for still photography.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an interior photo shoot portraying an upscale, fatherly character type

• Arrive camera-ready and follow on-set direction for posed and lifestyle-style images

• Provide current, straight-on reference photos through the application process

• Maintain full availability for both scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Caucasian male, late 40s to early 50s appearance

• ACTRA or non-union

• Must be available for both work dates (no partial availability)

• Able to provide current photos: selfie, chest-up, and full-length

• No filters; clean, straight-on images (not professional headshots)

• Comfortable sharing additional “life” photos (examples: formal wear, casual, business, animals, car)

Compensation

• Paid photo casting (rate not listed)