Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Paid Actors for Social Justice Film Project

Job Description

A non-union film project filming in Jessup, Maryland, is seeking paid actors to portray family members, prisoners, protestors, and members of the community. The production supports an effort to clear David Black’s name and is looking for performers who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to this justice-focused story. Principal and background opportunities are available for children and adults in the DMV area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members, prisoners, protestors, or community members as assigned.
• Bring authenticity and emotional realism to justice-focused scenes.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors and crew members.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Children ages 4–8 and adults ages 18–50s.
• Must be comfortable portraying one of the production’s requested character types.
• Must be able to work in Jessup, Maryland.
• DMV-area talent is encouraged.
• Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction.
• Non-union performers.

Compensation

• Paid principal roles are available.
• Rates will be discussed with selected talent.

Job Description

Montpelier Historic Site & Museum is casting non-union men and women for upcoming paid staged readings of Crossing a Deep River: A Ritual Drama in Three Movements, written by Dr. Joanne M. “Jodi” Braxton and directed by Lashawnda Iyá Ifáníkẹ Batts. The ensemble production explores the survival of African people in the New World and the transformative power of memory, storytelling, and ritual in addressing historical trauma. Selected performers will work as part of an ensemble to bring this culturally rooted theatrical work to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of the ensemble in staged readings of Crossing a Deep River.
• Interpret dramatic material with emotional depth and cultural sensitivity.
• Participate in spoken, musical, and ensemble performance elements.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow performers.

Requirements

• Open to non-union men and women.
• Strong acting and ensemble performance skills.
• Prepare a 1-minute monologue for the audition.
• Prepare 32 bars of a Negro spiritual, Orisa song, or Akan spiritual song.
• Comfortable working with themes involving African history, memory, survival, ritual, and historical trauma.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

A sci-fi drama short film titled Entertaining the Others is casting actors for an upcoming proof-of-concept production. The project is seeking performers for four roles and is open to both union and non-union talent. Three of the roles are open to performers in their 20s–40s, while the role of Bonnie calls for a female actor in her 30s who can bring commanding, powerful CEO energy to the character. This is an opportunity for actors interested in character-driven science fiction and dramatic storytelling to become part of a developing screen project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a sci-fi/drama short film proof of concept.
• Bring a grounded and engaging dramatic performance to the project.
• Develop the character according to the production’s creative direction.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Be prepared and available for the required filming schedule.

Requirements

• Three roles open to performers in their 20s–40s.
• Bonnie: Female actor in her 30s with strong, powerful CEO energy.
• Union and non-union actors may submit.
• Must be available to work in the Maryland/Virginia region.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description
A children’s brand is casting newborns through size 6T for an upcoming advertisement campaign. The production is seeking expressive, camera-friendly little ones with big smiles and vibrant personalities to appear in a fun and engaging commercial shoot.

Parents who are comfortable appearing on camera may also be considered for featured moments in the campaign. This is a great opportunity for families interested in participating in a professional advertising production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial ad campaign shoot

• Follow simple on-set direction (with parental support)

• Engage naturally on camera in a fun, child-friendly environment

• Parents may appear on camera if selected

Requirements

• Children newborn to size 6T

• Must be located in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area

• Parent or guardian must complete application form

• Availability for filming on scheduled production date

Compensation Details

• Paid commercial opportunity

• Professional brand exposure

• Potential for future brand collaborations

Brand Ambassadors for Promotional Event

An energetic promotional team is seeking outgoing and reliable brand ambassadors to represent major brands during a high-impact event in the Baltimore/DMV area. This is a great opportunity for friendly professionals who thrive in public-facing roles and enjoy creating memorable experiences for attendees.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the brand with enthusiasm and professionalism during live events

• Interact with the public to promote products or services in a positive, engaging way

• Maintain a well-groomed, upbeat appearance and communicate clearly

• Arrive on time, follow event protocols, and assist with setup and breakdown as needed

Requirements

• Open to male and female candidates, must be 21 or older

• Must have an outgoing, happy personality with a passion for public engagement

• Previous experience in brand ambassadorship or promotional work preferred

• Must have reliable transportation to and from event venues

• Must live within 45 minutes of Baltimore, MD

• Must be fully available for the scheduled event day

• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon application)