Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Lead Role – Merrick in Short Film

Job Description
A short film from NYU is casting a lead male actor to portray Merrick, a charismatic yet emotionally guarded surfer navigating the complexities of young love. Merrick is Eden’s boyfriend—charming and magnetic, but not quite ready to open up. This emotionally layered role explores the subtle tension between affection and immaturity in a coming-of-age story set in Hawai‘i.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Merrick with natural ease and depth, capturing both charm and emotional hesitation

• Perform in intimate, character-driven scenes focused on young relationships

• Collaborate with a director-led student crew to bring authenticity to the role

• Submit a well-framed self-tape audition with clean background and good lighting

Requirements

• Male actor, able to believably play age 18

• Must convey charm with underlying emotional complexity

• Surfing experience is a plus but not required

• Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

• Copy and credit provided

• Great opportunity to build lead credits and reel material

• Feature role in a professionally guided short film production

Lead Role – Eden Mason in Short Film

Job Description
An NYU short film is casting a lead actor to portray Eden Mason, a deeply layered character navigating her final summer before adulthood. Eden is intelligent, emotionally aware, and caught between her first love, family expectations, and her desire to break free. Set in Hawai‘i, this coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, emotional growth, and the tension between staying rooted and branching out.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a naturalistic and emotionally grounded performance as Eden

• Participate in remote self-tape audition (medium close-up, clean background, well-lit)

• Collaborate with a student-led production team for a character-driven narrative

• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates on location

Requirements

• Female actor, able to believably play 18 years old

• Must portray emotional nuance and strong internal conflict

• Open to collaborating and improvising around scripted material

• Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

• Copy and credit only

• Ideal for actors building dramatic reels and festival-level work

• Lead role in a character-rich short film for academic showcase

Infant Casting Call for Drama Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking African American infants for an upcoming labor and delivery scene. Filming will take place in the Norcross/Atlanta area, and production is looking for babies who appear to be between 11 weeks and 7 months old. Twins are preferred, but single baby submissions will also be accepted. Parents or guardians must be available to accompany their child on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newborn in a scripted hospital scene

• Remain calm and comfortable during brief on-set moments

• Be accompanied by a legal guardian throughout filming

• Follow directions from the production team to ensure a smooth shoot

Requirements

• Infants 11 weeks to 7 months old

• Must appear African American

• Twins preferred but singles welcome

• Local to Norcross or Atlanta, GA

• No Central Casting registration required to apply

Compensation

• $250 for 10 hours per child

• Paid directly to parent or guardian

• Professional on-set experience for families in a network drama

Actors for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A new episode of a true crime reenactment series is casting talent for non-speaking roles based on real individuals. Filming will take place in Lexington, KY, and actors must closely match the physical traits of real people portrayed. This is an exciting opportunity for performers comfortable with physical acting, dramatic storytelling, and embodying emotionally intense moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Recreate scenes from real-life investigations in a non-speaking capacity

• Match appearance to reference photos provided by production

• Perform scenes involving physicality and emotional expression

• Take direction from the director and follow scene blocking precisely

Requirements

• Must be comfortable portraying violence or physical actions

• Should have flexible availability over the shoot window

• Must resemble casting references for roles unless applying for non-match roles

• Non-speaking, background reenactment roles only

• Seeking the following character types:

  • Judith: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, short brown hair, must be a smoker or okay with smoking

  • Catherine: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown/gray hair, heavy-set build

  • Jimmy: Male, Caucasian, 40s–early 50s, short/buzzed/balding hair

  • Charles: Male, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown hair balding on top

  • Heather: Female, Caucasian, 30s–40s, light brown/brown hair

  • Heather’s Husband: Male, Caucasian, 30s–40s, bald, goatee, 5’5”–5’7”

  • Shadow Figure: White male, must be physically fit and able to lift an actress

  • Flex Roles: No match required; seeking housekeeper, lab tech, and investigator types

Compensation

• $125 for 6 hours

• $200 for days over 6 hours

• Shoots 1–2 days with short notice, meals provided on set

• Great for actors seeking television reenactment credits

Stand-In for Holiday Movie Production

Job Description
A new Christmas-themed film is casting an African American male stand-in for a production shoot in the Atlanta area. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the camera and lighting departments while supporting the creative process behind the scenes. Applicants should be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to physically match the principal actor’s profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the lead actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Follow precise on-set instructions from crew

• Maintain consistency for shot setups and angles

• Be available for the full scheduled workday

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 18–50

• Height between 5’10” and 6’0”

• Must be local to the Atlanta area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours guaranteed

• Paid position with opportunity for future stand-in work

• Work on a professional set for a festive holiday production

Featured Role – Male Date for Christmas Movie

Job Description
A new holiday movie is seeking an African American male actor to portray a featured background role as a date to a female character. This role offers on-camera visibility and the chance to be part of a festive and heartwarming Christmas production filming in Atlanta. Ideal for talent looking to expand their film experience with a featured appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the date of a principal character during a featured scene

• Follow on-set direction while maintaining character presence

• Be available for wardrobe and camera blocking if needed

• Appear camera-ready and professional on filming day

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 18–30

• Must be local to Atlanta or willing to work as a local hire

• Submit current photos that clearly show your present look

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Additional $25 bump for featured placement

• Opportunity for screen time in a major holiday production

Male Photo Double for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is casting a male photo double for an upcoming shoot in Texas. This is a great opportunity for actors and talent who match the specific physical profile of the lead actor to gain on-set experience and be a key part of the visual continuity for the production. Candidates must be Texas residents and able to work as locals in Midlothian.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a lead actor in select scenes

• Match the actor’s silhouette, movements, and physical characteristics

• Follow on-set direction for lighting, positioning, and blocking

• Remain professional and punctual throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male, height between 5’6” and 5’9”

• Must match the lead actor’s skin tone and hair color

• Must be a Texas resident

• Submit recent color photos: one headshot and one full-length

Compensation

• $200 flat rate for 12 hours guaranteed

• Paid opportunity with on-set film or TV production credit

• Work with a professional production team in a featured capacity

Male Body Double for TV Series

Job Description
A major television project is now seeking a male body double to portray a young character on screen. This is a unique opportunity for young talent to work behind the scenes in a professional TV production environment. The role is ideal for performers who meet specific physical criteria and are available to work locally within the designated casting regions.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for an actor during filming

• Maintain continuity during blocking, camera setups, and rehearsal takes

• Collaborate closely with production crew for timing and movement accuracy

• Be available for call times as scheduled by the production team

Requirements

• Male, appearing Caucasian

• Brown hair

• Height exactly 5 feet

• Must be based in Surrey, Windsor & Maidenhead, or Central Bedfordshire

• Comfortable working on set for long periods

Compensation

• Paid role (rate to be discussed upon selection)

• Opportunity to gain valuable on-set television experience

• Work with a professional crew on a high-profile production

Job Description:
A visually driven short film titled “Forever” is seeking two passionate individuals to play lead roles in an emotionally evocative story. No acting experience? No problem. If you have the desire to perform and a compelling presence, this opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray one of two lead characters: Liora or Joshua (ages 18–25)

• Participate in online or in-person auditions based on your location

• Take creative direction from the filmmaker

• Collaborate effectively with the production team

Requirements:

• Seeking one female and one male actor (ages 18–25)

• Open to all ethnicities and experience levels

• Must be available for virtual auditions (if based outside the Netherlands) or in-person auditions (if based locally)

Compensation:

• Further details will be provided to selected participants

• Ideal opportunity to build experience and visibility in film

• Work with an independent filmmaker on a passion project

Job Description:
A growing talent agency is holding an open call for actors, models, and voice-over artists in the Southeast, SoCal, and surrounding regions. They’re looking to represent fresh faces across print, commercial, theatrical (TV/film), and voice-over categories. If you’ve ever dreamed of breaking into the industry or expanding your opportunities, now’s the time to submit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in upcoming projects in TV, film, commercial, and voice-over

• Submit high-quality headshots, resumes, and any relevant performance reels

• Represent the agency professionally across booked assignments

Requirements:

• All ages, ethnicities, and abilities welcome

• Ages 3–6: Newcomers to the industry encouraged

• Ages 7–99: Must be industry-ready and professional

• Identical twins are a plus

• Must reside in or be available to work in SoCal or the Southeast U.S.

Compensation:

• Representation with an expanding and active talent agency

• Opportunities for TV, film, and commercial bookings

• Personalized guidance and career development