Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Documentary Casting Call

Job Description

A nonprofit documentary is casting non-speaking background roles for a project filming in and around Birmingham, Alabama. Casting directors are seeking African American and White performers across multiple age groups to help tell an inspiring story through authentic visual storytelling. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in participating in a meaningful documentary production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles in documentary reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create authentic, story-driven scenes.

Requirements

• Seeking the following talent:
  • African American boys, ages 6–9 and 10–11.
  • African American teenage boys, ages 14–19.
  • African American girls, ages 4–7 and 5–11.
  • African American teenage girls, ages 14–19.
  • African American woman, ages 21–25.
  • African American woman, age 60+.
  • African American man, ages 40–55.
  • White boys, ages 6–9 and 10–11.
  • White girl, ages 5–8.
  • White woman, ages 21–25.
• Must be available to work in the Birmingham, Alabama area.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Travel costs may be negotiated, if applicable.

Bridal Show Model Casting Call

Job Description

A bridal fashion show is seeking female models for an upcoming runway event in Mobile, Alabama. Casting directors are looking for confident runway talent who can showcase bridal gowns with elegance and poise. This is a great opportunity for aspiring and experienced models to participate in a live bridal fashion event.

Job Responsibilities

• Model bridal gowns during the fashion show.
• Walk the runway with confidence and professionalism.
• Follow direction from the event coordinators.
• Represent bridal designs throughout the event.

Requirements

• Female models only.
• Clothing size 10–12.
• Height of 5’6″ or taller.
• Must be available to work in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

African American Golfer Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A paid commercial casting call is seeking African American golfers for an upcoming advertising campaign filming in the Mobile, Alabama area. Casting directors are looking for authentic talent between the ages of 35 and 60 who have golf experience and can bring confidence and personality to the screen. This is an excellent opportunity for performers and real golfers located within the Southeast market to appear in a professionally produced commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an African American golfer in a commercial production.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming as required.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging on-camera performance.

Requirements

• African American talent, ages 35–60.
• Must have golf experience or be comfortable portraying a golfer.
• Must reside within four hours of Mobile, Alabama.
• Must be based in the Southeast market.
• Must be available for filming during the first week of August.

Compensation

• $1,100 paid opportunity.

Non-Speaking Son for Local Commercial

Job Description

A local commercial filming in Alabama is casting a male actor to portray the son in an emotional family story centered around a generational farm. This paid non-speaking role is ideal for performers who can communicate emotion through authentic expressions and natural on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the son in a family-focused commercial.
• Deliver emotional moments without dialogue.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Perform comfortably in a farm setting.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–45.
• Authentic, hardworking farmer appearance with a tan complexion.
• Strong facial expressions and non-verbal acting ability.
• Comfortable working around farm equipment and outdoor farm locations.
• Must be a local hire in Alabama.

Compensation

• $350 per day.

Non-Speaking Dad for Local Commercial

Job Description

A local commercial filming in Alabama is seeking a talented male actor to portray a hardworking father in a heartfelt family story about passing a farm down to his son. This non-speaking commercial role calls for expressive on-camera presence and authentic rural character. Local talent is encouraged to apply for this paid commercial opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father in a family-focused commercial.
• Convey emotion through natural facial expressions and body language.
• Follow on-set direction during filming.
• Perform comfortably in a farm environment.

Requirements

• Male, ages 60–65.
• Authentic, hardworking farmer appearance with a tan complexion.
• Strong non-verbal acting skills and expressive facial performance.
• Comfortable working around farm equipment and outdoor farm settings.
• Must be a local hire in Alabama.

Compensation

• $350 per day.

Male Athlete & Pregnant Woman for UAB Sports Medicine Commercial

Job Description

A paid non-union commercial casting opportunity is now available for a UAB Sports Medicine campaign filming in Birmingham, Alabama. Production is seeking a male athlete and a real pregnant woman for separate principal roles in a professional healthcare commercial. This is an excellent opportunity for local talent to appear in a paid commercial with in-perpetuity usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal role in a UAB Sports Medicine commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally on camera.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Male Athlete: Ages 50 and older, Caucasian.
• Pregnant Woman: Real pregnant woman, ages 25–35.
• Must be local to the Birmingham, Alabama area.
• Comfortable appearing in a commercial production.

Compensation

• Male Athlete: $500 flat rate plus in-perpetuity usage.
• Pregnant Woman: $350 flat rate plus in-perpetuity usage.

Gilda for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Gilda in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray Gilda, a reserved young woman who is dating Riley. Quiet and observant, Gilda stands apart from the rest of the group with her calm demeanor and thoughtful personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gilda in a scripted short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver a natural and believable performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Able to portray a quiet, reserved personality.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Riley for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Riley in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray Riley, an outgoing and talkative young woman who is dating Gilda. As the most expressive member of the group, Riley brings warmth and energy to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Riley in a scripted short film.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Follow production direction throughout the project.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Able to portray an outgoing, expressive personality.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Art for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Art in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray one of the group’s older friends, a physically imposing young man who is perceived as cooler than he really is. This is a key supporting role in a character-focused independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Art in a scripted short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver an authentic performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Able to portray a physically larger character.
• Comfortable performing in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Link for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Link in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray a community college student who is confident, opinionated, and artistic. Link believes he understands the world better than those around him and harbors longtime feelings for his best friend, Rosemary.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Link in a scripted short film.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Able to portray an artistic, confident, and intellectual character.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.