Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A compelling short film centered on family, fallen glory, and hope is casting for the pivotal role of Max — a teenager torn between disappointment and love for his father, a once-great boxer now lost in the world of underground fighting. The story explores themes of lost potential, adolescent confusion, and the quiet yearning for a hero’s return. Filming will take place in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally nuanced performance as a teenager grappling with admiration and disillusionment

• Portray subtle shifts between apathy, quiet longing, and unresolved tension

• Engage in emotionally charged scenes with the actor playing Terry

• Contribute to storytelling through visual expression and silent moments

• Participate in rehearsals and be available for flexible shooting days

Requirements

• Male actor who appears youthful, ideally looks like a high school student

• Must be able to portray a complex emotional journey

• Previous experience in dramatic acting is preferred but not required

• Must be comfortable working closely with lead actor and director

• Based in or willing to travel to San Francisco/Bay Area for filming

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon casting

• Meals and on-set accommodations included

• Excellent opportunity for emerging talent to feature in a performance-driven indie short film

Job Description
A transformative outdoor production of Death of a Salesman is casting for the lead role of Willy Loman. This site-specific staging explores the psychological unraveling of identity, placing performers at the emotional heart of the story. The character is central to a collective narrative that blends vulnerability, realism, and raw performance energy in an open-air setting.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray the role of Willy Loman with emotional authenticity and depth

• Rehearse with a collaborative cast and contribute to ensemble storytelling

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals, tech week, and all evening performances

• Deliver a performance that explores personal collapse and existential themes

Requirements
• Strong theatrical background with experience in lead dramatic roles

• Ability to convey psychological tension and emotional deterioration

• Comfortable performing in outdoor venues

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Committed to tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
A site-specific outdoor production of Death of a Salesman is casting the pivotal role of Linda Loman. As the emotional anchor of the story, Linda is a loving, devoted wife, quietly carrying the weight of her family’s disintegration. This role demands subtlety, strength, and deep emotional intelligence to bring her silent resilience to life in a collaborative ensemble-driven staging.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray Linda Loman with nuance and emotional restraint

• Collaborate with fellow cast members in emotionally intense scenes

• Attend scheduled rehearsals, tech week, and evening performances

• Contribute to a bold, immersive production set in an open-air venue

Requirements
• Theatrical experience in dramatic or character-driven roles

• Ability to express emotional depth through minimal dialogue

• Comfortable performing outdoors in evening conditions

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (beginning early July)

• Committed to tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
An open-air adaptation of Death of a Salesman is now casting the role of Happy Loman, the younger son whose cheerful façade masks inner emptiness. This character offers a compelling opportunity for actors to explore the tension between charm and insecurity in a performance that balances subtlety with emotional complexity.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray Happy Loman with a charismatic yet emotionally conflicted presence

• Engage with an ensemble cast in a collaborative and emotionally rich process

• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals, tech week, and live evening performances

• Contribute to a bold and immersive theatrical experience in an outdoor venue

Requirements
• Experience with layered or psychologically complex characters

• Ability to express duality—confidence on the outside, vulnerability within

• Comfortable with performing in outdoor spaces during evening hours

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Committed to tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
A dynamic outdoor staging of Death of a Salesman is casting the role of Charley, a grounded and pragmatic presence amid emotional chaos. As Willy Loman’s neighbor and quiet contrast, Charley offers a stabilizing force in a narrative defined by internal collapse. This role is ideal for performers who bring authenticity, restraint, and quiet strength to the stage.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray Charley as a steady, practical character grounded in realism

• Participate in ensemble rehearsals and offer balance in emotionally intense scenes

• Perform live in an outdoor amphitheater setting during evening shows

• Contribute to the collaborative creative process in a non-traditional venue

Requirements
• Experience in dramatic or character-based roles

• Ability to deliver subtle but impactful performances

• Comfortable performing outdoors in evening conditions

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Must be present for tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
An innovative outdoor production of Death of a Salesman is seeking an actor to portray Bernard, Charley’s son. The role charts a meaningful transformation—from an awkward and overlooked teen to a poised and successful lawyer. This character adds emotional resonance and contrast to the narrative, highlighting growth, integrity, and resilience.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray Bernard across two life stages, from adolescence to adulthood

• Bring nuance to a character whose journey reflects quiet determination

• Perform in a collaborative, emotionally layered outdoor ensemble

• Attend and participate in scheduled rehearsals, tech week, and live evening shows

Requirements
• Strong acting range to reflect personal growth and maturity

• Experience with character development over multiple life phases

• Comfortable performing in an outdoor, open-air theatre setting

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Must attend tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
An evocative outdoor production of Death of a Salesman is casting the role of Ben, Willy Loman’s older brother. As a dreamlike presence throughout the play, Ben represents ambition, mystery, and unattainable success. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend charisma and surrealism in a haunting, symbolic performance.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray Ben with a commanding yet ethereal stage presence

• Embody themes of fantasy, success, and subconscious influence

• Collaborate in ensemble rehearsals and contribute to abstract staging moments

• Perform in an open-air venue during scheduled evening shows

Requirements
• Experience with symbolic or non-literal character work

• Ability to balance grounded delivery with mystical undertones

• Comfortable performing outdoors in evening environments

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Must attend tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
An immersive outdoor production of Death of a Salesman is seeking an actor to portray The Woman—Willy Loman’s enigmatic affair. This character is sharp, mysterious, and symbolic of illusion and betrayal. The role is brief but pivotal, offering powerful emotional and thematic impact within the story’s core unraveling.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray The Woman with allure, mystery, and emotional tension

• Engage in scenes that explore memory, guilt, and psychological collapse

• Collaborate with the lead actor and ensemble in emotionally charged moments

• Perform in an open-air amphitheater during evening shows

Requirements
• Strong stage presence with a flair for emotionally layered roles

• Comfortable performing intimate, tension-driven scenes

• Open to working in outdoor environments at night

• Available for rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (starting early July)

• Required for tech week (August 5–11) and performances (August 12–14 evenings)

Compensation
• Profit-share model (honorarium provided)

Job Description
A historical film shooting in the Philadelphia area is casting a white male actor to portray Thunes Kunders and appear as William Penn from behind in a visual scene. This non-speaking role is a key part of visually anchoring the film’s authenticity, particularly in reenactments tied to the Mattson and Kunders storylines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Thunes Kunders in period costume during courtroom or community scenes

• Serve as a body double for a back-of-head shot representing William Penn

• Collaborate with director to match visual and historical details

• Attend fittings and Zoom callback if selected

Requirements

• White male, late 30s to mid 40s

• Dark hair preferred, shoulder-length or longer (not required)

• Must be local to Philadelphia

• Available for filming in early July (excluding July 4th weekend)

Compensation

• Paid role: $150–$300/day depending on responsibilities

• Non-union

Job Description:
The Hollywood Reporter is seeking Production Assistants (PAs) to participate in a news article exploring what life is like as a PA in 2025. Reporter Katie Kilkenny is conducting interviews to shed light on current job responsibilities, how PAs are navigating industry slowdowns, career aspirations, living situations in L.A., and what the current pipeline into the entertainment industry looks like.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share your experiences working as a PA

• Discuss current job duties and day-to-day routines

• Offer insights into the job climate and your career path

• Provide your perspective on industry changes and challenges

Requirements:

• Must currently work (or have recently worked) as a Production Assistant

• Willingness to be interviewed and quoted in a national publication

• Comfortable discussing career goals and industry experiences

• No geographic restriction, but L.A.-based PAs strongly encouraged

Compensation:

• Unpaid interview opportunity

• Provides national exposure in The Hollywood Reporter