Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Tattoo Artist Role for SAG Commercial

Job Description
A SAG commercial for a major phone company is casting a female actor to portray a tattoo artist. The role requires someone with a bold, distinctive look who can embody confidence, authenticity, and artistic flair.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tattoo artist with authenticity and charisma

• Deliver strong on-camera presence while following direction

• Represent individuality and artistic culture in a commercial setting

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–35

• Must have a distinctive look (tattoos, bold hairstyles, unique style encouraged)

• Latino appearance preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish and English required

• Must exude confidence, authenticity, and approachability

• Preference for individuals with a strong connection to tattoo culture or artistic background

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation

• SAG scale rate

• Flight and accommodations covered

Job Description

A darkly comic short film is casting its lead role for Loser, a character-driven story about a 30-year-old gamer living with his grandmother. The film explores themes of futility, routine, and the cycles we fall into. This project is intended for festival submissions—including Sydney Film Festival, Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW—as well as online release. Cast will receive completed footage for their showreels.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a complex, emotionally layered character with subtle internalized acting

• Deliver a performance grounded in psychological depth and realism

• Collaborate with a committed creative team to bring a dramatic, cinematic story to life

• Participate in all required filming days (2–3 days total)

• Engage in physical storytelling, especially in quiet or solitary character moments

Role Details

GRANDSON

• Gender: Male

• Playing Age: 25–38

• Location: Sydney preferred

Character Description:
A man in his 30s—disheveled, unmotivated, and unhealthy—who spends his life gaming in his grandmother’s basement. His days are long, repetitive, and isolated, filled with gaming sessions, small rituals, and an avoidance of the outside world.

Key Traits:

• Strong emotional subtlety and internalized performance ability

• Comfortable with physical storytelling

• Ideal for actors seeking a role with psychological depth and rich subtext

Compensation

• Unpaid

• Actors will receive complete showreel material

• Festival exposure opportunity

Job Description

A short romantic comedy is seeking actors for an upcoming one-day film shoot in Provo, Utah. This lighthearted project centers around office dynamics, comedic tension, and character-driven interactions. While the project is unpaid, all actors will receive guaranteed footage for their reels, and lunch will be provided on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters with strong comedic timing and emotional clarity

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authentic chemistry to the scenes

• Participate fully during the scheduled shoot time

• Follow direction and maintain professionalism on set

Role Details

MARGARET – Female, 30s to 40s

A fiercely independent executive known for her perfectionism and need for control. She commands respect but struggles to let others in.

RICHARD – Male, late 20s to 30s

An ambitious assistant who isn’t intimidated by Margaret’s intensity. Energetic, eager, and unafraid to push back when needed.

MR. GILBERTSON – Male, 40s to 60s

A no-nonsense immigration officer who takes his duties extremely seriously. Stoic, rule-abiding, and confident in his authority.

Requirements

• Must be available for the full shoot

• Comfortable performing comedic and character-driven scenes

• Must submit a headshot when applying

• Open to actors seeking reel footage or experience

Compensation

• Unpaid, but includes:

  • Guaranteed reel footage

  • Lunch provided

Casting Call for Amelia Role in Feature Film ‘Compound’

Job Description
An upcoming nonunion feature film is now casting the role of Amelia, a key character in the psychological thriller Compound, shooting in Austin, TX. The story unfolds after a massacre at a remote compound, revealing the emotional and violent unraveling of a family in the wake of an outsider’s intrusion. Amelia plays a pivotal role in this haunting narrative, which explores themes of survival, betrayal, and fractured identity.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker James Mulcahy, this production promises a gripping and atmospheric experience for both cast and audience. Compound is a bold, character-driven story designed for performers who thrive in emotionally intense, layered roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Amelia, a complex and emotionally rich character central to the film’s plot
• Deliver powerful on-screen moments through dialogue and physical performance
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring psychological realism to the story
• Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Nonunion talent preferred
• Must be available as a local hire in Austin, TX
• Comfortable working in a high-intensity, emotionally demanding role
• Strong acting experience in drama or thriller genres is a plus
• Submit headshot, resume, reel, and age via email (reels preferred as YouTube or Vimeo links)

Compensation

• $241/day plus 10% agent fee
• Shoot dates: May 30 – June 14, 2025
• Local hire only

Elsie – SAG Indie Film Role

Job Description
Casting is underway for an actress to portray Elsie, a poised and magnetic young woman who lives a double life. By day, she is the elegant and composed wife of a preacher. By night, she steps into a completely different world—becoming the vibrant and carefree Wooty’s girl at Ms. Ruby’s monthly Saturday night parties. Elsie also plays a key role in the protagonist Skip’s journey, becoming Skip’s first crush and an important guide in navigating two contrasting lifestyles.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth and charisma to a character with a complex double life

• Perform emotionally layered scenes involving mentorship, conflict, and self-discovery

• Collaborate with the director and cast to authentically portray Elsie’s two contrasting worlds

• Convey confidence, mystery, and emotional nuance

Requirements

• Female, 20–30

• African American / Black

• Strong acting ability with range to portray both elegance and nightlife charisma

• Comfortable in dynamic character-driven scenes

Compensation

• $150 per day

• SAG indie film project

Wooty – SAG Indie Film Role

Job Description
Casting is open for an actress to portray Wooty, a bold and street-smart character known for her confidence, charm, and fearless attitude. Wooty is magnetic, provocative, and effortlessly commands attention wherever she goes. Though seen as the town pariah, she’s also deeply admired—especially by women who envy her confidence. Her secret relationship with Elsie, the preacher’s wife, adds depth and tension to the story. Wooty serves as both an ally and an antagonist to Skip, whose crush on Elsie creates a natural rivalry filled with humor, chemistry, and emotional complexity.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring attitude, charisma, and emotional depth to a character with strong presence

• Perform dynamic scenes involving rivalry, romance, and tension

• Collaborate with the director and cast to portray Wooty’s layered relationships

• Convey a balance of humor, bravado, and vulnerability

Requirements

• Female, 20–30

• Masc-presenting

• African American / Black

• Strong acting ability with confidence in bold, character-driven roles

• Comfortable portraying rivalry and intimate emotional dynamics

Compensation

• $150 per day

Ms. Darling – SAG Indie Film Role

Job Description
Casting is now open for an actor to portray Ms. Darling, a powerful drag queen persona who electrifies the room as the star performer at Ms. Ruby’s juke joint. Ms. Darling delivers bold, high-energy dance and musical numbers that captivate the audience. Fearless and glamorous, she embodies authenticity and inspires the protagonist to embrace their true self. This role requires strong stage presence, musical performance ability, and confidence in portraying both drag and cis male presentation.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic musical and dance performance in a party setting

• Command the stage with confidence, charisma, and crowd engagement

• Portray Ms. Darling in drag and transition to cis male presentation within the story

• Collaborate with the director and cast to deliver a compelling and authentic performance

Requirements

• Drag queen persona, 30–40

• African American / Black

• Strong performance background in dance, music, or drag entertainment

• Comfortable with both drag performance and cis male presentation for the role

Compensation

• $150 per day

Rosetta – SAG Indie Film Role

Job Description
Casting is underway for an actress to portray Rosetta, a confident and playful character who brings energy and personality to the juke joint party scene. Rosetta is Wooty’s loyal right-hand woman, often teasing her about her wild relationships and offering comedic flair to the story. She’s charming, bold, and unapologetically herself—someone who prefers focusing on one woman at a time and is currently searching for “Mrs. Right” in the lively party atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a vibrant and charismatic character with strong comedic timing

• Perform scenes involving lively party interactions and dynamic character relationships

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authenticity and humor to the role

• Convey confidence, charm, and flirtatious energy

Requirements

• Female, mid-20s

• Masc-presenting

• African American / Black

• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray playful, energetic personalities

• Comfortable in spirited party scenes with ensemble cast members

Compensation

• $150 per day

• SAG indie film production

Rachel – SAG Indie Film Role

Job Description
A SAG indie film is seeking an actress to portray Rachel, a woman whose strength, dignity, and deep faith guide her through life. Rachel is a devoted mother and widow who finds comfort in her spiritual routine and gospel music. She is committed to raising her daughter, Skip, with discipline and love, even as their differing personalities create tension. This character-driven role explores themes of family, tradition, and personal freedom.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the emotional depth, strength, and devotion of the character

• Perform scenes involving family dynamics and heartfelt moments

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to bring authenticity to the role

• Convey the character’s internal struggle between discipline and compassion

Requirements

• Female, 40–50

• African American / Black

• Strong acting skills with the ability to convey layered emotions

• Comfortable performing emotional, character-driven scenes

Compensation

• $150 per day