Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

The dramatic series Nest is seeking talented actors for paid roles in an upcoming production filming in Philadelphia. The series explores themes of modern relationships, betrayal, redemption, family conflict, and personal growth through emotionally driven storytelling.

Casting directors are looking for dedicated performers who can bring authenticity, depth, and compelling character work to a range of principal and supporting roles. Both experienced actors and emerging talent are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a dramatic series production.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.

Requirements

Production is casting multiple roles, including but not limited to:

Deshawn Cooper

• Male.
• Late 30s.
• A father struggling with limited time with his son while navigating challenges involving his ex-wife and the court system.

Cedric Barksdale

• Male.
• Early 40s.
• A reserved civil servant and workaholic who uncovers his wife’s affair, revealing hidden aspects of his personality.

Troy Dawson

• Male.
• Mid to late 20s.
• Young detective navigating personal and professional challenges.

Additional Roles

• Multiple principal and supporting characters are available.
• Open to both experienced performers and emerging talent.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities preferred.

Compensation Details

• Paid acting roles.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

The tourism commercial Boundless Vista is casting Virginia-based talent for a paid production promoting Bella Vista Hotel & Suites and the Greater Lynchburg area. The project celebrates the people, places, and experiences that make Lynchburg, Virginia a unique travel destination.

Casting directors are seeking performers for lead and supporting roles in a non-union commercial campaign. Talent of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a tourism commercial.
• Participate in on-camera scenes highlighting local attractions and experiences.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Attend all scheduled filming sessions.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

Lead Female Role

• Female, ages 20–24.
• Strong on-camera presence.
• Comfortable providing voiceover narration.

Supporting Friend Roles

• Female, ages 20–24.
• Energetic and engaging personality.
• Comfortable working in ensemble scenes.

Supporting Male Role

• Male, ages 20–25.
• Strong on-camera presence.
• Comfortable participating in tourism and lifestyle scenes.

Mother Role

• Female, ages 45–55.
• Able to portray a relatable parent character.

Father Role

• Male, ages 45–55.
• Able to portray a relatable parent character.

General Requirements

• Open ethnicity for all roles.
• Non-union production.
• Virginia-based talent strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation Details

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected talent.

Job Description

Soul Chocolate is seeking a Chocolate Production Assistant to join its team in Toronto. This hybrid position combines hands-on chocolate production responsibilities with customer-facing café duties, offering a unique opportunity to work across multiple areas of a growing artisan chocolate business.

The successful candidate will help produce chocolate products, support packaging and wholesale preparation, assist with café operations, and contribute to the company’s busy seasonal production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with chocolate production and manufacturing processes.
• Package finished chocolate products for retail and wholesale distribution.
• Support wholesale order preparation and fulfillment.
• Prepare coffee and other café beverages.
• Provide excellent customer service and engage with café guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in production and café areas.
• Assist with seasonal product launches and production initiatives.

Requirements

• Interest in chocolate production, food manufacturing, or specialty coffee.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Experience in chocolate production or coffee preparation is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and contribute across multiple areas of the business.

Compensation Details

• Starting pay: $18 per hour
• Compensation is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week
• Three consecutive days off each week.

Job Description

The short film Psychosis is seeking two actresses for a psychological thriller project filming in the San Francisco Bay Area. The story follows a successful stockbroker who arrives for what should be a routine therapy session, only to discover that everything she believes about her life may be a lie. As the night unfolds, the line between delusion and reality begins to disappear.

Production is looking for talented actresses capable of delivering emotionally intense and psychologically complex performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a short film production.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members.
• Deliver compelling dramatic performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Female actors only.
• Age range: 20–35.
• Strong acting ability and emotional range.
• Comfortable performing in a psychological thriller environment.
• Reliable and available for production in the Bay Area.
• Resume and social media profiles required for submission.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional payment and production information will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A software company specializing in product recommendation solutions for e-commerce stores is casting talent for a series of commercial advertisements. Production is seeking performers to portray entrepreneurs and industry professionals within the e-commerce space.

Casting directors are looking for authentic, relatable talent to fill three featured roles in a non-union commercial campaign filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a commercial advertising campaign.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate in on-camera performances and promotional content.
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism during all production activities.

Requirements

Adrian

• Male.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-40s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce founder growing a Shopify store.

Jessica

• Female.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-40s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce founder growing a Shopify store.

Chris

• Male.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-50s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce podcast host.

General Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Comfortable appearing in commercial advertising content.
• Reliable and available for filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $100 per hour
• One shoot day.
• Non-union production.
• Additional project details will be provided to selected talent.

Job Description

A dark comedy action film is casting three actors with Italian or Mediterranean looks for supporting roles in an upcoming production filming in the San Francisco Bay Area. The project has been described as having a tone similar to The White Lotus, blending comedy, drama, and action elements.

Casting directors are seeking performers who can authentically portray Italian-inspired characters in key supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in a feature film production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with the director and cast.
• Deliver engaging and believable performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

Supporting Female Role

• Female.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Able to portray a character in a supporting role.
• Preferred playing age: 50s.

Supporting Male Role

• Male.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Able to portray a character in a supporting role.
• Preferred playing age: 50s.

Mafia Member Role

• Male.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Playing age: Mid-30s.
• Strong character acting abilities preferred.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional payment and production information will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A Canada Arts Council-funded short film is seeking an Eastern Asian actress or non-actress to play a lead role in an upcoming production. The film explores themes of grief, motherhood, and closure against the backdrop of Forillon National Park in Gaspé, Quebec.

Casting directors are looking for a woman in her early to mid-50s who can portray a thoughtful, reserved, and emotionally nuanced character. Both experienced performers and individuals without acting experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a dramatic short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Participate in production activities as required.

Requirements

• Female.
• Eastern Asian.
• Early to mid-50s.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Open to actresses and non-actresses.
• Able to portray a character who is curious, quiet, and emotionally reserved.
• Must be based in Quebec or able to work in the province.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $1,200 CAD flat fee
• Transportation per diem provided.
• Non-union production.
• Additional project details will be discussed with selected applicants.

Job Description

The upcoming micro-budget short film The Red Christmas is seeking an additional producer to join its production team. This coming-of-age story follows a young Latina girl navigating a pivotal moment in her life while rediscovering the magic of childhood with the support of her family.

The production is looking for a motivated producer who can assist with budgeting, permits, and overall production coordination. This opportunity is ideal for both experienced producers and emerging professionals looking to gain valuable independent film experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with budgeting and financial planning for the production.
• Help secure permits and coordinate production logistics.
• Support pre-production planning and scheduling.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure a smooth workflow.
• Assist with production insurance and compliance matters when applicable.
• Contribute to overall project organization and execution.

Requirements

• Experience with budgeting and permit acquisition preferred.
• Knowledge of film production processes.
• Experience with film insurance is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an independent film environment.
• Open to applicants of varying experience levels.

Compensation Details

• Guaranteed meals, copy, and screen credit.
• Potential paid compensation based on experience.
• This is a micro-budget, self-funded passion project.
• Additional compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates.

HIV Storytellers for Paid Awareness Campaign

Job Description

A nationwide awareness campaign is seeking individuals living with HIV to share their personal experiences in a filmed storytelling project. Producers are looking for authentic voices from diverse backgrounds who can speak openly about their healthcare journeys, treatment experiences, and the challenges they have faced. Selected participants will appear in a public service video designed to help others navigate similar experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your personal experience living with HIV on camera
• Participate in a filmed interview or storytelling session
• Discuss healthcare, treatment, and support experiences
• Help raise awareness and provide encouragement to others facing similar challenges
• Collaborate with the production team during filming

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–70
• Must be living with HIV
• Diagnosed by a healthcare professional
• May have been diagnosed at birth, during infancy, or later in life
• Individuals who have experienced changes or interruptions in HIV care and treatment and have since re-engaged in care are encouraged to apply
• Open to discussing experiences managing HIV alongside other health conditions or treatment needs
• Comfortable sharing personal healthcare experiences on camera

Compensation

• $500 for filming participation
• Additional $1,000 usage fee if featured in the final public service video
• Total potential compensation of $1,500

Investigator Role for True Crime Television Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime television recreation series is seeking a male actor to portray an investigator in reenactment scenes filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The production is looking for talent who closely matches the character description and is comfortable performing dramatic scripted scenes based on real-life crime stories.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an investigator in true crime reenactment scenes
• Perform scripted dramatic sequences for television production
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Maintain character authenticity throughout filming
• Participate in scenes centered around criminal investigations

Requirements

• White male, ages 30–40
• Brown hair and beard
• Must closely match the character’s appearance
• Comfortable with scripted violence and crime-related content
• Available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area
• Strong on-camera acting abilities

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Hotel accommodations provided