Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting for Non-Speaking Featured Role – Student Setting in Greater Atlanta Area

Job Description:
Ava Grace Casting is looking for individuals to portray students in a high school and/or college setting for a non-speaking featured role. This project is open to individuals of all ethnicities, aged 18 to 30, and requires local talent from the greater Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a student in a realistic high school or college environment.
• Follow directions from the production team to fulfill the creative vision.
• Be present and available for the entire duration of the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to work locally in the Atlanta area.
• Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Comfortable in a non-speaking role.
• Required submission materials: name, contact information, height, a headshot or picture from chest up, and a full-body shot.

Compensation Details:

• Payment of $90 for 4 hours.
• Buyout terms apply.

Job Description
A new character-driven comedy-drama series is seeking an actor to portray a school therapist named Lila — a warm and grounding figure in a chaotic digital rehab school for influencers. The show follows three former social media stars as they attempt to rediscover their purpose and popularity, with Lila serving as a voice of calm and clarity. This is a paid, non-union acting opportunity that includes IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Play a nurturing and composed school therapist who helps influencer characters through emotional and identity challenges.

• Deliver performances that highlight empathy, patience, and support.

• Serve as the emotional anchor within a comedic and often chaotic storyline.

Requirements

• Lila (Therapist):

  • Any gender identity (presumed female based on context), any ethnicity

  • Must embody kindness, gentleness, and a professional yet approachable demeanor

  • Strong non-verbal acting and emotional intelligence preferred

Compensation

• Paid role: $3,600

• Non-union production with IMDb credit and reel access

• Accommodations and meals provided during filming

• Production set for mid-June 2025

Casting Call – Female Lead Role: Luna

Job Description
A powerful opportunity awaits seasoned actresses to portray Luna, a mystic guide in a surrealist, psychological drama exploring healing and transformation. The Stories We Tell Ourselves is a paid narrative film project that dives deep into the subconscious, directed by visionary filmmaker Kasandra Baruch. Shooting begins in late June in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Luna, a mystic therapist who guides women through subconscious journeys of healing.

• Bring depth, mystery, and emotional complexity to a central role.

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to create emotionally resonant performances.

• Participate in rehearsals and contribute creatively to character development.

Requirements

• Female, Age 60–75, All ethnicities

• Strong background in dramatic acting and character immersion

• Ability to convey inner strength, wisdom, and empathy

• Comfortable portraying psychological and emotional depth

• Must be available for filming in Los Angeles starting late June

Compensation

• Paid role

• Credit and exposure in a visionary independent project

• Meals and on-set accommodations provided during

Casting Call – Female Lead Role: Izzy

Job Description
Casting is now open for the role of Izzy, a whimsical and radiant lead character in a surrealist, emotionally driven film project titled The Stories We Tell Ourselves. This is a paid narrative film exploring the subconscious, shot in Los Angeles. Izzy embodies youthful optimism and uninhibited freedom, unaware of the emotional depths waiting to surface. Ideal for performers who can blend innocence with nuance and light with shadow.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Izzy, an ethereal and confident free spirit full of life and charm

• Convey a sense of innocence, warmth, and underlying emotional complexity

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to build layered character arcs

• Participate in rehearsals and contribute creatively to storytelling

Requirements

• Female, Ages 25–35, All ethnicities

• Strong emotional range with ability to convey naivety and inner conflict

• Must be comfortable working in a surrealist, introspective narrative

• Available for shooting in Los Angeles starting late June

Compensation

• Paid role

• Meals and on-set accommodations provided

• Screen credit in a visionary film written and directed by Kasandra Baruch

Casting Call – Female Lead Role: Liv

Job Description
A transformative new film is seeking a female lead to portray Liv, a quirky introvert embarking on a deeply emotional journey. The Stories We Tell Ourselves is a surrealist narrative exploring the subconscious and self-discovery. Liv is a layered character who once thrived on stage but withdrew under the weight of expectations. This paid role offers a chance to bring vulnerability and growth to life in a visually rich and psychologically resonant story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Liv, a former performer on a journey of self-healing and rediscovery

• Express emotional depth, internal conflict, and quiet resilience

• Collaborate with cast and crew to develop a compelling, authentic character arc

• Participate in rehearsals and embody nuanced, introspective storytelling

Requirements

• Female, Ages 25–35, All ethnicities

• Strong acting background with the ability to portray internalized emotion

• Must be comfortable with psychological and character-driven narratives

• Available for filming in Los Angeles beginning late June

Compensation

• Paid role

• Meals and on-set accommodations included

• Credit in a visionary project written and directed by Kasandra Baruch

Casting Call – Female Lead Role: Vera

Job Description
A powerful dramatic film is seeking a female lead to portray Vera, a woman who has sacrificed greatly for her career and now stands at a crossroads of transformation. The Stories We Tell Ourselves is a surrealist narrative set within the subconscious, offering a deeply emotional and introspective performance opportunity. Vera’s character embodies strength, struggle, and the triumph of reclaiming visibility and self-worth.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth and gravitas to the role of Vera, a career-driven woman confronting personal transformation

• Embody themes of emotional resilience, identity, and empowerment

• Work closely with the director and fellow cast to bring authenticity to the story

• Deliver a compelling performance within a surreal, symbolic narrative

Requirements

• Female, Ages 35–45, All ethnicities

• Must have strong dramatic acting skills and emotional presence

• Comfortable portraying complex psychological and emotional arcs

• Available for production in Los Angeles beginning late June

Compensation

• Paid role

• Meals and accommodations provided during shoot

• Screen credit in a visionary film directed by Kasandra Baruch

Speaking Role Casting: Young African-American Boy for Independent Film

Job Description
A featured speaking role is now open for The Last Shop on Walnut, an upcoming independent feature film set and scheduled to shoot in Cleveland, Ohio. This emotional drama tells the story of a lamp shop owner confronting personal trauma, family turmoil, and the slow decline of his neighborhood. The film stars Peter Lawson Jones, who also plays the lead role of the shop owner — a man who has not stepped out of his building in years due to deep emotional scars.

The film captures themes of survival, generational relationships, and resilience in the face of gentrification and personal loss. The selected actor will portray a key supporting character within this poignant and heartfelt narrative.

About the Film

• The Last Shop on Walnut is a low-budget indie film set on Walnut Street in Cleveland, Ohio.

• The story centers on a lamp shop owner navigating the collapse of his once-thriving business and community.

• Peter Lawson Jones stars as the reclusive lead character.

• The production is rooted in Northeast Ohio and is planned as a summer 2025 shoot.

• Jones is known for other projects including Requiem, The Phoenix Society, and Elizabeth.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted dialogue in a pivotal speaking role

• Convey emotional nuance and depth appropriate for a dramatic family story

• Participate in a two-day on-set shoot in Cleveland, Ohio

• Follow direction and collaborate with the cast and production team

Requirements

• Male, African-American

• Age range: 9–11

• Medium to dark-brown skin tone

• Hairstyle should resemble those commonly seen in 2010

• Must have prior acting experience

• Must be available for two shoot days in July 2025 (exact dates TBD)

Compensation

• Rate: $241/day

• Paid union role (non-union actors also welcome to submit with appropriate experience)

Casting Call: African-American Male to Portray 1980s Family Member in Independent Film

Job Description
An independent feature film, The Last Shop on Walnut, is seeking African-American male actors to portray 1980s-era family members in featured background roles. This film, set in Cleveland, Ohio, tells the story of a reclusive lamp shop owner confronting his past and present in a neighborhood on the brink of transformation. The project stars Peter Lawson Jones and explores family, legacy, and urban decline through a deeply personal lens.

The actors selected for these roles will appear in important flashback sequences meant to establish intergenerational ties, and visual continuity with lead characters.

About the Film

• The Last Shop on Walnut is a character-driven indie film set in Cleveland’s Walnut Street district.

• It follows the journey of a lamp shop owner battling financial struggles, isolation, and memories of a better time.

• Lead actor Peter Lawson Jones portrays the emotionally scarred owner at the film’s core.

• The film is set to be shot in Northeast Ohio during summer 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in featured extra roles as family members from the 1980s

• Help visually support the story’s generational narrative

• Match physical characteristics that allow for believable familial resemblance

• Collaborate with hair/makeup and costume departments for a period-accurate look

Requirements

• Male, African-American

• Age: 35–40

• Medium to dark-brown skin tone

• Must resemble younger or older relatives in the story (father-son look encouraged)

• Hairstyles should reflect typical looks from the 1980s

• Must be available for filming on Thursday, May 29 (afternoon)

• Location: Ravenna, Ohio

Compensation

• $15.00/hour

• Paid featured extra role in a meaningful, story-driven indie production

Featured Bikini Model Role for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is now casting for a featured role portraying the stylish and eye-catching girlfriend of one of the film’s lead characters. The role calls for a confident and photogenic woman with a bikini model aesthetic to appear as glamorous “arm candy” in a high-energy party scene. This is a great opportunity to secure a featured appearance in a network-backed film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the girlfriend of a lead character in a beach or poolside party setting

• Appear in a featured role with visual prominence in key scenes

• Embrace the confidence and charisma of a fashion-forward supporting character

• Follow direction from the production team on-set

Requirements

• Female, ages 20s to 30s

• Bikini model look, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable in swimwear on camera

• Confident, energetic presence with strong on-camera appeal

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day in Atlanta

Compensation

• $175/day

• Featured role in a network-affiliated film

• Ideal for talent seeking greater visibility and credited screen time

Olympic Boxing Film ‘Fight for ’84’ Casting Call – Principal Roles

Job Description
Join the cast of Fight for ’84, an inspiring new feature film starring Jamie Foxx that tells the true story of the 1984 U.S. Olympic Boxing Team. Directed by Andrés Baiz (Narcos, Griselda) and written by Andrea Berloff (Straight Outta Compton), John Gatins (Flight), and Andy Weiss (White Boy Rick), this emotionally charged film explores themes of resilience, second chances, and unity. The project is currently seeking athletic men in their early 20s to portray Olympic gold medalist Henry Tillman and other members of the iconic team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Olympic-level boxers with physicality and emotional depth

• Participate in extensive physical training and boxing choreography

• Attend all rehearsals, training sessions, and scheduled shoot dates

• Collaborate closely with directors, trainers, and cast for authentic performance

Requirements

• Athletic males, early 20s, strong boxing or sports background preferred

• Must be available exclusively from approx. September 28 through late December, plus early July training

• Specific casting needs include:

  • Henry Tillman: Male, Black, early 20s, 6’3”, 190–210 lbs – Heavyweight Boxer

  • Boxer #1: Male, Black, early 20s, 6’1”, 170–185 lbs – Light Heavyweight Boxer

  • Boxer #2: Male, open ethnicity, 20s – Looking for all types of boxers

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (specific rate TBD based on role and experience)

• Travel and accommodations provided if applicable

• Professional training and potential for future opportunities in film

Everything to Know About Fight for ’84, a New Jamie Foxx Boxing Movie
Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx leads Fight for ’84, a story about rebuilding greatness. After the tragic 1980 plane crash that killed the U.S. Olympic Boxing Team, a new coach assembles a fresh group of fighters. This underdog team goes on to make Olympic history in 1984 with a record-breaking medal haul. The film is produced by Eric Newman, Bryan Unkeless, Jamie Foxx, Michael W. Abbott, and executive producers Andy Weiss, Henry Tillman, and Datari Turner.