Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call for Stand-In Role in Feature Film (Burbank, CA)

Job Description: An exciting opportunity is available for a Black male to work as a stand-in for an upcoming feature film. The production team is seeking someone who closely matches specific physical characteristics to stand in for one of the main actors during filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor in a feature film, assisting with blocking, lighting, and camera setup.
• Work closely with the production crew to ensure accurate placements and movements for the actor you are standing in for.
• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to the instructions provided by the director and other crew members.
• Be available for full-day shoots as needed.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 18 and older
• Must be available to work in Burbank, CA
• Previous stand-in experience is a plus but not required
• Must be a member of SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild) or TAFT-Hartley eligible.

Compensation:

• Rate: $253 for an 8-hour workday (SAG/TAFT-Hartley Background Actor rate)
• No additional compensation for travel or accommodations

African-American Male Actor for College Professor Role (Feature Film)

Job Description: We are seeking an attractive African-American male actor to portray a college professor in an upcoming feature film being shot in Los Angeles. This role is open to both SAG and non-union actors. The character will play a significant part in the storyline, and we are looking for someone who can bring gravitas and authenticity to the role.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your talent in a professional feature film with an experienced production team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of a college professor in a feature film.
• Deliver lines confidently and professionally.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and crew to ensure a seamless production.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot.
• Follow all direction on set and maintain professionalism during filming.

Requirements:

• Attractive African-American male.
• Must fit the character of a college professor, with the appropriate demeanor and presence.
• Strong acting skills and the ability to follow direction.
• Available for a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Open to both SAG and non-union actors.
• Must provide current sizes and contact information when submitting.

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid opportunity, with rates to be discussed based on union status and experience (SAG or nonunion).
• Meals will be provided during the shoot.
• Opportunities for future work in similar productions may arise for strong candidates.

Māori Te Reo Speakers for Kupu X Production

Job Description: CNA Casting is seeking confident te reo Māori speakers for an exciting new production with Whakaata Māori. We are looking for individuals who can embody the roles naturally and bring authenticity to the screen. No previous acting experience is necessary, but confidence in your ability to deliver lines and take direction is key.

This is a fantastic opportunity for young Māori actors to gain experience in a professional production setting while promoting te reo Māori through storytelling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in scripted scenes for a Māori-language production.
• Deliver lines confidently in te reo Māori.
• Work closely with the director and follow instructions on set.
• Collaborate with other cast members to ensure a cohesive and compelling performance.
• Commit to rehearsals and filming schedules as required.

Requirements:

• Wahine toa: Screen age 18 – 20 years, must be confident in te reo Māori.
• Tane toa: Screen age 20 – 22 years, must be fluent in te reo Māori (E Matatau i te reo).
• Strong communication skills and ability to take direction.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have a positive attitude.
• Prior acting experience is not required, but applicants should be enthusiastic and confident on camera.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation will be provided; specific details will be discussed with successful applicants.
• Opportunities for ongoing work in future productions with CNA Casting and Whakaata Māori may be available.

Casting Call: Caucasian and African American Women for Democratic Party PSA

Job Description:

Miami Talent Casting is seeking Caucasian and African American women for a public service announcement (PSA) supporting the Democratic Party. This PSA will be used for social media purposes as part of the 2024 Presidential Campaign, with potential additional usage if it is picked up for television. The role involves portraying mothers talking casually at a playground.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray mothers having a casual conversation at a playground for a PSA supporting the Democratic Party.
• Follow direction from the production team and deliver a natural, authentic performance.
• Self-tape auditions will be required for the selection process.
• If the PSA moves to TV, additional negotiations for usage rights will be conducted.

Requirements:

• Caucasian women (or can pass as Caucasian), and African American women.
• Age range: 40-50 or can portray that age range.
• Must be based in Atlanta, GA, as travel and lodging are not provided.
• Comfortable with performing a speaking role in a conversational, natural setting.
• Must be available for a session that lasts under 8 hours.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $500 for the session (under 8 hours).
• Usage is for social media only until the end of the 2024 Presidential Campaign.
• If the PSA moves to television, additional compensation for usage rights will be negotiated.
• A 20% agency fee will be deducted from the listed rate.

Casting Call: Tall and Slender Men for Major TX-Based Grocery Store Chain Commercial

Job Description:

We are currently casting for tall and slender men to appear in a commercial for a major Texas-based grocery store chain. This is a local hire opportunity in San Antonio. The selected candidates will participate in a professional shoot designed to showcase the brand, with the potential for the commercial to reach a large audience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional commercial shoot for the grocery store chain.
• Follow directions from the production team to ensure the required performance and shots.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting to ensure proper attire for the role.
• Exhibit professionalism and maintain the desired look and positioning during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Male, height between 6’8″ – 7’4″, slender build.
• Approximately 210 lbs.
• Must be available for both the fitting and the full-day shoot.
• Must be a local hire in San Antonio, TX, as travel and lodging will not be provided.
• Prior acting or modeling experience is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable following directions and working with a professional crew.

Compensation Details:

• Total payment: $2,500.
  • $500 for the shoot day.
  • $2,000 buyout for usage rights.
• Meals will be provided on the day of the shoot.
• No travel or lodging compensation; candidates must be local or willing to commute.

Casting Call: Stand-ins for Netflix Sketch Comedy Show

Job Description:

cc is seeking reliable stand-ins for an upcoming untitled Netflix sketch comedy show. The stand-ins will work closely with the production team to assist in the setup of scenes, lighting, and camera positions by mimicking the positions and actions of the principal actors. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fun and dynamic production environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand in for principal actors during rehearsals, lighting adjustments, and camera setups.
• Accurately match the height, look, and positioning of the actors.
• Maintain professionalism and be prepared to follow directions from the production crew.
• Be punctual and available for long production days (at least 8 hours per day).
• Assist in ensuring smooth transitions between scenes by holding positions as required by the crew.

Requirements:

• White Male Stand-in: Height 5’11”, Bald.
• White Female Stand-in: Height between 5’5″ – 5’7″.
• Must be local to Austin, TX, or willing to commute as travel and lodging will not be provided.
• Prior stand-in experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available for extended workdays and flexible with the production schedule.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $34 per hour (minimum of 8-hour workdays).
• Overtime compensation available for any hours worked beyond the standard 8-hour day.
• Meals will be provided on set during full-day shoots.
• Travel and lodging will not be provided; candidates must be local or able to travel at their own expense.

Leisure Travellers for Major Airline Brand Commercial

Job Description:

We are casting male and female leisure travellers for a major airline brand commercial. Applicants must be based in Brisbane, with a height limit of 6ft (182cm). All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a leisure traveler for the commercial shoot.
• Participate in scenes showcasing travel-related activities.

Requirements:

• Age: 25-55 years old.
• Height limit: 6ft (182cm).
• Must be based in Brisbane.

Compensation:

• $3,000 for the role.

Detective Patsy – Plain-Clothed Detective (TV Series)

Job Description:
We are casting for Detective Patsy, a female Jamaican detective in her 50s. Patsy works in a small, low-crime town and is known for her no-nonsense attitude. Though she is warm to those she trusts, she remains curt and on constant guard.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Patsy’s sharp and guarded nature while showing warmth to trusted individuals.
• Act in scenes that depict life in a quiet but tense environment.

Requirements:

• Female, Jamaican, aged 50s.
• Available for filming in the UK and Jamaica.

Compensation:

• To be discussed upon selection.

Angelo – Groundskeeper/Driver (TV Series)

Job Description:

We are casting for Angelo, a male, Black, Jamaican groundskeeper in his 30s-40s for a TV series. Angelo works and lives at Hope Hill Estate, a vast plantation. He’s tall, well-built, and wears a gold grill on his front teeth. While amiable, he speaks with a thick Jamaican accent and is a man of few words.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Angelo’s character with physicality and authenticity.
• Deliver lines with a thick Jamaican accent.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, Jamaican, aged 30s-40s.
• Available for filming in the UK and Jamaica.

Compensation:

• To be discussed upon selection.

Sarah – Enslaved Domestic Worker (TV Series)

Job Description:

We are casting for the role of Sarah, an enslaved domestic worker at an 18th-century Jamaican plantation. Sarah, in her 20s, is known for her cleanliness and lives with her husband and 5-year-old daughter in a private cabin. Despite the harsh realities of slavery, Sarah maintains laughter and joy in her home.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sarah’s resilience and love for her family.
• Act in emotional scenes depicting the complexities of slavery.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 20s.
• Available for filming in the UK and Jamaica.

Compensation:

• To be discussed upon selection.