Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

African American Men Casting Call for “213” Snoop Dogg Biopic

Job Description

The feature film “213,” a Snoop Dogg biopic filming in the Los Angeles area, is seeking African American men ages 17–30 to portray 1990s Los Angeles and Long Beach residents. Casting is looking for performers with an authentic 1990s aesthetic who can naturally represent the era and community on camera. Both union and non-union talent are welcome, and multiple workdays may be available.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1990s Los Angeles or Long Beach resident in the feature film “213.”
• Bring an authentic 1990s appearance and presence to background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain character, wardrobe, and appearance continuity during filming.
• Work professionally with the cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• African American men.
• Ages 17–30.
• Authentic 1990s aesthetic and appearance.
• Visible tattoos are permitted.
• Open to union and non-union talent.
• Must be able to work locally in the Los Angeles area.
• Potential availability for multiple workdays.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

Learn With Luma is casting White actors for a series of short educational videos about trucking filming in Carnesville, Georgia, during late summer 2026. The project is seeking male and female talent across different age ranges to appear in informational content focused on the trucking industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in short educational trucking videos
• Deliver assigned material clearly and naturally
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in informational scenes as required

Requirements

• White female, mid-40s
• White male, mid-50s
• Submit an expression of interest
• Include a current video reel

Compensation

$100/hour plus mileage

Job Description

Learn With Luma is seeking Black actors for a series of short informational videos about trucking filming in Carnesville, Georgia, during late summer 2026. The production is casting both male and female talent for educational video content designed to communicate trucking-related information clearly and naturally.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in short educational and informational videos
• Deliver assigned material clearly and naturally
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in trucking-related educational scenes as required

Requirements

• Black male, mid-40s
• Black female, mid-40s
• Submit an expression of interest
• Include a current video reel with the submission

Compensation

$100/hour plus mileage

Job Description

A non-union short film titled New Mutiny is urgently casting a lead actor, ages 18–24, to convincingly portray a 16-year-old character. Production will film in Los Angeles, California, on August 29–30, 2026. The character, Juliet, is nonbinary. The production especially encourages nonbinary and transgender actors to submit, although actors of all gender identities will be considered. Juliet is cast in their high school production of Romeo & Juliet. Sensitive, thoughtful, and quietly courageous, they carry the weight of rejection from their mother but ultimately choose vulnerability over fear.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Juliet in New Mutiny
• Convincingly portray a 16-year-old high school student
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and dialogue-driven scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in virtual rehearsals if required

Requirements

• Actors ages 18–24
• Must convincingly portray age 16
• Character is nonbinary
• Nonbinary and transgender actors are strongly encouraged to submit
• Actors of all gender identities will be considered
• Virtual rehearsals are TBD
• Casting will be conducted from submitted tapes with no callback scheduled

Compensation

$150/shoot day, plus a digital copy of the film, credit, and meals

Job Description

Dark Sunrise Entertainment is casting an actor for the role of Chief Smoke in its upcoming episodic series Fear Thy Father. The casting is for Episode 1: “Do Not Enter.” Production will take place during a weekend shoot from April 16–18, 2027, in Atlanta, Georgia, with exact filming locations to be announced. Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to submit for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Chief Smoke in Fear Thy Father
• Prepare scripted material and develop the character according to creative direction
• Perform professionally during scheduled filming
• Follow instructions from the director and production team
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew
• Arrive prepared and maintain professional on-set conduct

Requirements

• Seeking an actor for Chief Smoke
• All ethnicities are encouraged to submit
• Include a recent headshot
• Include an acting resume, if available

Compensation

Not specified

Job Description

A new game show pilot is seeking an experienced behind-the-scenes (BTS) videographer to capture the energy, fun, and production process during filming in East Los Angeles, California, specifically the Boyle Heights area. The videographer is needed for August 14 and 15 and should have access to microphones/audio equipment suitable for capturing behind-the-scenes content.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture engaging behind-the-scenes video during production of a game show pilot
• Document candid moments and the overall production experience
• Record usable audio using appropriate microphone equipment
• Film cast, crew, and production activity as directed
• Collaborate with the production team to capture relevant BTS moments
• Maintain professional conduct while working around an active film set
• Be available for filming on the required production dates

Requirements

• Experience in videography, BTS production, or similar video work
• Must have access to suitable microphone/audio equipment
• Ability to capture engaging, spontaneous behind-the-scenes footage
• Submit a videography reel or examples of previous work
• Professional and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

Compensation

$500/day

Job Description

Dark Sunrise Entertainment is seeking an actor to portray Detective Kenda in Episode 1 of its upcoming episodic series Fear Thy Father, titled “Do Not Enter.” The project is scheduled to film April 16–18, 2027, during a weekend shoot in Atlanta, Georgia. Final filming locations are to be announced. Talent of all ethnicities is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Kenda in Fear Thy Father
• Prepare and perform scripted material for the character
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team
• Collaborate professionally with other actors and crew members
• Arrive prepared and ready to perform on set
• Maintain availability throughout the scheduled filming period

Requirements

• Seeking an actor for Detective Kenda
• All ethnicities are encouraged to submit
• Include a recent headshot
• Include an acting resume, if available
• Include a link to an acting reel, if available

Compensation

Not specified

Job Description

Dark Sunrise Entertainment is casting an actor to portray Detective Marco Thompson in the upcoming episodic series Fear Thy Father, beginning with Episode 1: “Do Not Enter.” Production is scheduled for a weekend shoot from April 16–18, 2027, in Atlanta, Georgia, with final filming locations to be announced. Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Marco Thompson in Fear Thy Father
• Prepare for the role according to the production’s creative direction
• Perform scripted scenes professionally on camera
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Collaborate effectively with fellow cast and crew members
• Be prepared and available throughout the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Seeking an actor for Detective Marco Thompson
• All ethnicities are encouraged to submit
• Submit a recent headshot
• Include an acting resume, if available
• Include a link to an acting reel, if available

Compensation

Not specified

Job Description

The independent short film Paradiso is seeking a Gaffer for an upcoming low-budget, self-funded production filming in Los Angeles, California. Inspired by Hollywood’s golden age, Paradiso is a modern noir following Xavier, an aspiring young actor whose pursuit of success brings him face-to-face with the darker side of the film industry. The production is looking for a crew member interested in dark, moody filmmaking and a run-and-gun independent production style.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Gaffer for the short film production
• Support the cinematographer and director with lighting needs
• Help establish the production’s dark, atmospheric noir aesthetic
• Assist with lighting setups across different filming locations
• Work efficiently within a run-and-gun production environment
• Collaborate professionally with the camera and production teams

Requirements

• Experience or working knowledge of film lighting and gaffer responsibilities
• Interest in dark, atmospheric, and noir-inspired filmmaking
• Comfortable working on a low-budget, self-funded production
• Shoot dates are flexible
• Filmmakers looking to expand their portfolios are encouraged to apply

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer

Male Supernatural Entity Actors for Horror Production

Job Description

A horror production filming in Santa Clarita, California, is casting male performers to portray supernatural, ghost-like entities in intense day and night scenes. Talent must be comfortable with full-frontal nudity and being covered in theatrical fake blood. This role is suited for confident performers comfortable with physically and visually demanding horror content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supernatural, ghost-like entity in a horror production.
• Perform scenes involving full-frontal nudity.
• Work while covered in theatrical fake blood as required by the scene.
• Participate in both daytime and nighttime filming.
• Follow direction from the production, makeup, and creative teams.
• Maintain professionalism during sensitive and demanding scenes.

Requirements

• Male performers.
• Must be comfortable with full-frontal nudity.
• Must be comfortable being covered in theatrical fake blood.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Santa Clarita, California.
• Casting is seeking new faces who have not previously worked on the production.

Compensation

• Selected talent will receive compensation details directly from the production team.