Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Lead Roles for Upcoming Feature Film (Open Casting Call)

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is holding an open casting call for male Vietnamese talent ages 18–25 for a lead role in a literary, character-driven drama. This is a paid acting opportunity for performers who can bring emotional depth, subtlety, and authenticity to an intimate coming-of-age story. The production is seeking talent who can speak at least intermediate Vietnamese (fluent preferred) and speak English with an American accent. Talent may be based in the U.S., Canada, UK, or Australia, but must be able to work on location when scheduled.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a feature film with emotionally nuanced scenes

• Work collaboratively with the director and scene partners in rehearsal and on set

• Deliver dialogue in Vietnamese and English as required by the role

• Portray intimate, mature storytelling moments with professionalism

Requirements

• Male Vietnamese talent, ages 18–25 (must be 18+)

• Must speak at least intermediate Vietnamese (fluent preferred)

• Must speak English with an American accent

• Must be comfortable with same-sex romantic scenes, including kissing and simulated sexual situations

• Must be comfortable with nudity (role includes full buttocks nudity)

• For certain roles, must be comfortable with simulated drug use

• Must be able to work as scheduled on location (production based in the U.S.)

Compensation

• Paid acting roles (rate provided upon booking)

• Lead and supporting lead opportunities available

Featured Mechanic & Featured Wife (Network Feature Film)

Job Description
A major network feature film is casting featured roles for a small-day shoot. Production needs a believable blue-collar Mechanic type and a Wife type with a natural, Midwest feel. These are featured background opportunities with solid pay for talent who can take direction and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character type naturally and believably on camera

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Arrive groomed, wardrobe-ready, and prepared for a full filming day

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Featured Mechanic: Caucasian male, ages 30–50, tall & fit, blue-collar mechanic look

• Featured Wife: Caucasian woman with blonde hair, ages 30–40, Midwest/approachable type

• Comfortable working on a professional set and taking direction

• Local hire (Atlanta-area filming locations: Marietta area and Dunwoody area)

Compensation

• $150 for up to 10 hours (featured rate)

Real Artist Hand Double for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major 15th-century feature film is casting a real artist hand double for a background booking. This role is for a skilled male artist trained in drawing, painting, and sculpting, with hands that closely match provided reference photos for on-camera continuity. This is a strong opportunity for visual artists who can bring authentic, period-appropriate hand work to a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera as an artist hand double in a period feature film

• Create realistic hand movements for drawing, painting, and sculpting

• Match the reference hand look closely for continuity between shots

• Follow direction for pacing, framing, and repeated actions across takes

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–50

• Ethnicities portrayable: Caucasian, Eastern European, Mediterranean

• Must be trained/experienced in drawing, painting, and sculpting

• Hands must closely resemble the production reference photos

• Available for the work date: 1/6

• Non-union (voucher)

Compensation

• Non-union voucher (rate not listed)

TOMÁS (Lead Role) for Independent Feature Film

Job Description
An independent feature film is casting a teen or young adult to play Tomás, a 17-year-old with an authentic Central American or Mexican accent. This is a lead acting opportunity for a SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Feature Agreement production filming in San Antonio, Texas in spring 2026. The role requires performers who are 100% fluent in Spanish as a first language, with English fluency not required. Talent should be comfortable carrying a film as a lead and bringing natural, truthful emotional range to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tomás as the lead character with authentic, grounded performance

• Perform scripted dialogue primarily in Spanish with natural accent and pacing

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team

• Maintain continuity across scenes and shoot days while working professionally on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 16–24 (to portray 17)

• Authentic accent from Mexico or Central America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Venezuela, or other Central American countries)

• Must be 100% fluent in Spanish (first language)

• English fluency not required

• Must be available to film in San Antonio, TX

• Headshot/resume helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid role under SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Feature Agreement (rate provided upon selection)

Job Description
A feature film project filming in San Diego is casting lead and supporting roles for talented actors across multiple ethnicities. This production is seeking strong on-camera performers who can bring believable character work, take direction well, and commit to a professional feature film set environment. Multiple role types are available, including two lead roles and key supporting parts.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature film with natural, believable acting

• Take direction from the director and adjust performance as needed

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew on set

• Maintain continuity across takes and production days

Requirements

• Must be able to work in/near San Diego (local hire/self-report)

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must fit one of the roles below (or be able to portray the listed age range):

  • Morgan (Supporting, female, 25–40)

  • Detective Harper (Lead, female, 25–40s) – Any hair type, any physical build

  • Magic (Supporting, male, 25–45)

  • Robert Stevens (Lead, male, 40–60) – Medium build

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)

Young Female Ballet Dancers for Feature Film (Paid Roles)

Job Description
A feature film project is casting young female ballet dancers of East Asian descent for a film set in a UK ballet school. Filming is scheduled for summer 2026, and casting will take place in the UK in early 2026. This opportunity is open to UK- and Ireland-based dancers, and no prior acting experience is required—strong ballet ability is essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet on camera as part of a narrative feature film
• Follow direction from the director and choreography team
• Maintain professionalism during rehearsals, fittings, and filming days
• Work comfortably in a structured ballet school setting on set

Requirements

• Female ballet dancers, ages 10–14
• Of East Asian descent
• Must be based in the UK or Ireland
• Ballet training/ability required (acting experience not required)
• Parent/guardian able to support submissions and production needs

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)

Real Couples for Feature Film Background Role (Intimacy Required)

Job Description
A feature film is casting real couples ages 20–35 for a one-day background role in New York City. This opportunity is open to any gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, and is seeking new faces only. Scenes involve kissing and making out, with implied nudity and simulated intimacy, so couples must be fully comfortable performing intimate contact on camera in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a real couple in background scenes featuring romantic interaction

• Follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional attitude and respect on-set intimacy guidelines

• Arrive camera-ready and remain available for the full workday

Requirements

• Real couples, ages 20–35

• Must be able to work as a NYC local hire

• Must be comfortable with: kissing, making out, implied nudity, and simulated intimacy

• New faces only

• Must be able to provide current clear couple photos (close-up and full-body)

• Must be able to share basic info for both partners (names, contact details, sizes, availability, and union status if applicable)

Compensation

• $400 / 8 hours

• +$100 bump for kissing and intimate contact

Austin, TX Feature Film Extras Casting (Non-Union, Paid)

Job Description
A feature film casting in Austin, Texas is hiring non-union background actors (extras) for multiple shoot days. This paid extras casting is open to kids, teens, and adults of all ethnicities, with specific age ranges needed on different filming dates. Talent should be dependable, camera-ready, and able to provide full availability for any dates submitted. This is a strong opportunity for anyone seeking Austin background acting jobs and paid extra work on a feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as general background talent in a feature film scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain professional set etiquette and stay ready between takes

• Arrive on time and remain available for the full workday as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be non-union and able to work in Austin, TX

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must only submit for dates with full availability

Compensation

• $125/12 (paid)

Liberian/West African Family & Friends + Featured Dad (Background Actors)

Job Description
An independent film is casting paid background actors in Atlanta, Georgia to portray an authentic Liberian/West African family and friends gathering during a lively home celebration scene. Production is prioritizing talent who can naturally represent the culture and already own wardrobe that fits the look of a modern Liberian household with American influence. One featured background role is also available for an attractive, clean-cut male in his 30s to portray a featured family dad with strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members and friends in a vibrant home celebration scene

• Create natural background action (mingling, laughing, reacting, social moments)

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready in the required wardrobe and maintain the look throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA

• Ages 18+; seeking Liberian, West African, Black/African-American talent to authentically fit the scene

• Featured BG Dad: Male, 30s, attractive, clean-cut, confident presence on camera

• Must bring your own wardrobe that matches production guidelines (required)

• Wardrobe style includes patterned button-downs, solid polos, sweaters/light layers, optional African/West African-inspired accents, jeans/chinos, loafers/sneakers

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction in a busy group scene

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours

Handsome Featured Dad (30s) + Family & Friends Background

Job Description
An independent film is casting a handsome featured dad (male, 30s) plus additional family and friends background talent for a lively, family celebration scene. This paid background acting opportunity will portray an authentic Liberian/West African family gathering in a warm, modern suburban home setting. Production is looking for people who can naturally fit the cultural vibe and ideally already own wardrobe that matches the scene’s style. This is a local hire in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured dad or background family/friends in a home celebration scene

• Bring natural, believable energy—laughing, mingling, and reacting authentically

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe that matches the requested look and cultural setting

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA

• Featured Dad: Male in his 30s, clean-cut, attractive, confident on camera

• Family & Friends BG: Adults who can authentically represent a Liberian/West African family vibe

• Must be comfortable on camera with strong presence and natural performance

• Must bring your own wardrobe that matches the scene’s style (required)

• Wardrobe vibe includes patterned button-downs, solid polos, sweaters/light layers, optional African/West African-inspired accents, jeans/chinos, and loafers/sneakers

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours