Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Espresso Coffee Commercial – Barista Role

Job Description
Casting a skilled barista for an espresso coffee commercial filming in Mexico City. Production is seeking a woman with real barista experience, a polished look, and the ability to deliver lines with a neutral American accent. Travel, fittings, and rehearsals are included, and all travel expenses will be covered. This role requires full availability for fittings, rehearsal, and shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera as a professional barista
• Demonstrate authentic barista skills with confidence
• Attend in-person auditions, callbacks, fittings, and rehearsals
• Follow direction from the production team while maintaining a polished, high-end look
• Travel for production as scheduled and be available for the full shoot window

Requirements

• Female, ages 22–35
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must have real barista experience
• Must speak with a neutral American accent
• Must have a valid passport with at least six months remaining
• Must be based in Los Angeles for in-person auditions
• Must be available for travel, fittings, rehearsal, and shoot dates

Compensation

• $556.56/day
• $7,777.56 buyout
• All rates are 20% agency fee applicable
• Travel paid

Fast Food Campaign – Host

Job Description
Casting a dynamic and engaging host for a fast food restaurant campaign featuring Spongebob Squarepants fans. The production is looking for someone who can keep energy high, interact naturally with contributors, and deliver fun, comedic moments on camera. This shoot is designed for social media, so personality and charisma are key.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead on-camera segments with confidence and enthusiasm
• Engage with contributors to draw out the best reactions
• Maintain strong comedic timing throughout filming
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Bring high energy and a polished presence to every take

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–30s
• All ethnicities welcome
• Background in hosting street-style interviews or public interactions
• Proven ability to connect with people and create fun, spontaneous moments
• Strong comedic timing and natural on-camera presence

Compensation

• $1,000
• Usage: Social media
• Rate includes 20% agency fee

Nordstrom Campaign Talent

Job Description
Casting men and women for an upcoming Nordstrom campaign featuring multiple roles. Production is looking for fresh, expressive talent with strong on-camera presence and the ability to deliver lifestyle-focused performances. This project offers a high-paying opportunity for individuals comfortable with fashion, movement, and natural storytelling on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in lifestyle and fashion-focused scenes

• Take direction from the creative and production teams

• Bring authenticity, personality, and strong visual presence to each shot

• Work collaboratively with other cast members

• Arrive on set prepared and ready to perform

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–35

• All ethnicities welcome

• Strong comfort on camera

• Ability to take direction well

• Availability for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $3,500

Contact:

• You can submit directly via [email protected]

Job Description

A new children’s pop group is being formed, and performers with strong personality, confidence, and exceptional performance ability are invited to apply. Selected talent will participate in a major project involving touring, filming, TV, online content, and merchandise. This is a professional, high-energy opportunity suited for performers who shine on stage and connect well with young audiences. Audition is by invitation only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a children’s pop group

• Sing and dance with confidence and stage presence

• Engage energetically with kids and audiences

• Participate in rehearsals, filming, touring, and promotional activities

• Work effectively with directors, choreographers, and production teams

Requirements

• Strong singers

• Confident movers and dancers

• Energetic, charismatic, and great with kids

• Comfortable performing on stage and on camera

• Must submit resume, headshot, and any performance links

Compensation

• Paid at MEAA award rates

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

Feature Film – Elder Pacific Islander Male (Speaking Role)

Job Description
Casting an elderly Pacific Islander man for a speaking role in a professional feature film shooting in February 2026. Production is looking for someone with natural storytelling charm—someone who enjoys being in the spotlight, telling stories, or delivering light-hearted jokes. This role is ideal for a community elder who may have never acted before but has the personality and presence to shine on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role with clarity and confidence

• Bring warmth, personality, and authenticity to the character

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in rehearsals or prep as required

• Contribute genuine storytelling energy to the film

Requirements

• Male, Pacific Islander

• Ideally 80+ years old

• Slim build

• Must be based in Auckland

• Fluent in English

• Comfortable on camera and enjoying storytelling or performing

Compensation

• Paid role in a professional feature film

Workplace Dark Comedy Short Film – Principal Roles

Job Description
Casting four actors for a new workplace dark comedy short film shooting in the DMV area. This project is an opportunity for performers to collaborate on a creative, community-driven short designed to build portfolios and potentially screen at an upcoming event. The tone blends humor, tension, and character-driven storytelling, making it a great fit for actors who enjoy comedic chaos with dramatic undertones. This is an unpaid, non-union project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray character roles with strong comedic timing and emotional nuance

• Participate in rehearsals and callbacks as scheduled

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to shape character dynamics

• Deliver performances that balance humor, tension, and workplace absurdity

• Bring creativity and commitment to a community-focused film project

Requirements
Steve

• Male, 20s

• Anxious, overwhelmed corporate employee

• Prone to panic under pressure and resentful toward authority

Ben

• Male, 20s–30s

• Loud, nosy coworker

• Unintentionally chaotic and always stirring trouble

Layla

• Female, 20s

• Stunning, stern, and highly assertive

• Ambitious, intimidating, and laser-focused on career advancement

Bob

• Male, 30s–50s

• Calm, clipped-talking boss

• Quietly authoritative with strong professional presence

Compensation

• Unpaid

• Non-union

• Portfolio-building opportunity

Fashion Show Live Stream – Female Little People

Job Description
Casting four female little people for a major celebrity live stream event featuring a fun, fast-paced fashion show competition. Talent will showcase outfits on camera and participate in a short, high-energy segment. This role is perfect for performers who enjoy fashion-forward work, live entertainment, and engaging with an online audience. The shoot takes place in Roswell, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a fashion show–style competition

• Wear outfits provided by the artist and showcase looks confidently

• Follow direction during a live-streamed environment

• Bring personality, energy, and enthusiasm to camera

• Be prepared with hair and makeup done prior to arrival

Requirements

• Female little people, ages 18–50

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must arrive hair and makeup ready

• Must have reliable transportation

• Must be in good health with no fever or illness

• Comfortable appearing on camera for 30–45 minutes

Compensation

• $200 paid at wrap

• Shoutout on the live stream

Jail Scene Background Talent

Job Description
Casting background actors for a jail visitor scene filming in Wilmington, NC. Production is seeking a variety of individuals to portray deputies, prisoners, attorneys, and prison visitors. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring realism, subtle emotion, and strong character presence to a dramatic setting. Pay is guaranteed for 8 hours, with overtime provided after the 8th hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles with believable, grounded behavior

• Follow direction from the on-set team to match the tone of the scene

• Provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines if selected

• Maintain professionalism and be prepared for a full-day shoot

• Work well within a group, including families and paired submissions when applicable

Requirements
Sheriff Deputies

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Real-world law enforcement experience preferred but not required

Male Prisoners

• Male, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Character faces encouraged

Prison Visitors (Singles & Families)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Kids ages 8–13, adults ages 18+

• Family groups of 2–3 welcome

Attorneys

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Must provide your own professional attire

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours

Major Airline Commercial – Leads and Extras

Job Description
Casting men and women for a major airline commercial filming at JFK Airport in New York. Production is seeking confident, camera-ready talent able to portray relatable travelers for a professional advertising campaign. Talent may be needed on one or both shoot days, so full availability is encouraged when submitting. This project involves paid advertising usage across digital, social, and static placements for three years.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in featured or background roles with natural, expressive energy

• Follow direction from the production team while maintaining professionalism

• Bring authentic traveler reactions and relatable behavior to camera

• Participate in full-day sessions as scheduled

• Arrive prepared with an updated headshot and wardrobe guidance

Requirements

• Men and women, any ethnicity

• Ages 25–60

• Must be available for both December 16 and 17

• Must be able to self-report to JFK (no travel provided)

Compensation
Leads

• $1,000 session fee per day

• $1,200 guaranteed buyout (flat rate)

Extras

• $500 full-day session

• $650 one-time usage payment