Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

YouTube “How Hard Can It Be?” Open Casting Call

Job Description

A YouTube entertainment project is casting everyday people for a fun, competitive series that puts confidence to the test. “How Hard Can It Be?” is seeking Southern California participants who believe they can take on skilled competitors in activities including rock climbing, cornhole, tennis, pickleball, and Pilates. This open casting call is looking for energetic personalities ready to step outside their comfort zone and take on a memorable challenge.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed YouTube competition or challenge
• Compete in an assigned recreational activity against an experienced competitor
• Bring an energetic, confident, and engaging personality on camera
• Follow production instructions and competition guidelines
• Participate safely and enthusiastically throughout filming
• Be comfortable sharing genuine reactions and interacting naturally on camera

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older
• Must be located in the Southern California area
• Rock climbing participants: Amateur male climbers who believe they can beat a professional female rock climber
• Cornhole participants: Men who play cornhole recreationally or socially and have never played professionally
• Tennis and pickleball participants: Men and women who are amateur or recreational players, have never played professionally, and believe they can beat an opposing player
• Pilates participants: Male/female couples where the woman is comfortable with classic reformer Pilates and the man has never tried Pilates
• Must be comfortable appearing in a filmed YouTube project

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity
• Compensation will be discussed with selected participants

Job Description

An editorial project in Paris is seeking deaf and hard-of-hearing talent who are fluent in French Sign Language (LSF). The opportunity is open to people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities, with no previous modeling experience required. The production is looking for Paris-based individuals interested in participating in an inclusive editorial project. An accessible opportunity for talent without professional modeling backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as talent in an editorial project.
• Appear naturally and confidently for the creative production.
• Communicate using French Sign Language (LSF).
• Follow creative direction during the shoot.

Requirements

• Deaf or hard-of-hearing talent.
• Fluent in French Sign Language (LSF).
• Must be based in Paris.
• Open to all ages, genders, and ethnicities.

Compensation

• Unpaid editorial project.

Job Description

A computer software company is casting non-union male and female actors/models ages 25–35 for principal roles in an upcoming production. The casting is seeking talent with a distinctive, natural look and an effortless, lived-in sense of style. Selected performers should feel expressive, approachable, and believable on camera. Travel is included with the opportunity, and applicants must have a valid passport.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a principal role for a computer software company production
• Model and/or act naturally on camera
• Follow creative and production direction during filming
• Bring an expressive, approachable, and believable presence to the role
• Maintain professional conduct throughout the project

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25–35
• Non-union talent
• Male role: seeking White/East Asian, with the notice specifically describing a mixed Asian/Caucasian actor/model
• Female role: seeking White/East Asian actor/model
• Distinctive and natural appearance
• Expressive, approachable, and believable on camera
• Must have a valid passport

Compensation

$6,900 + travel

Job Description

A videographer is needed in Los Angeles to capture behind-the-scenes (BTS) video content for an upcoming event taking place on August 27, 2026. This is a paid opportunity offering $900 for the assignment.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture behind-the-scenes video footage during the event.
• Document key moments and activities throughout the production.
• Provide professional-quality video content.
• Coordinate with the event team while filming.

Requirements

• Videographer based in or available to work in Los Angeles.
• Relevant videography skills and equipment.
• Ability to capture engaging BTS/event footage.

Compensation

$900

Job Description

Unique Talent Network and Cool America Magazine are seeking real people ages 20–45 for an upcoming national restaurant campaign in San Antonio, Texas. This is a non-union opportunity open to talent of all ethnicities. The campaign is looking for authentic individuals to appear in branded restaurant content intended for national use. Selected participants will work with the production team to capture natural, relatable moments that fit the campaign’s creative direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a national restaurant campaign.
• Participate in commercial scenes as directed by the production team.
• Deliver a natural and authentic on-camera presence.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 20–45.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be eligible for non-union work.
• Applicants should provide a headshot.
• Must know how to self-tape.

Compensation

$900 per day flat rate, including session fee, usage, and full buyout.

Young Male Tap Dancer for Legendary Musician Documentary

Job Description

A documentary about a legendary musician is seeking a talented young male tap dancer for a featured performance role filming in New Orleans, Louisiana. Casting is looking for a charismatic Black boy with exceptional tap dancing ability, strong performance energy, and the confidence to portray a legendary future musician during his childhood years.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a legendary future musician during his childhood years.
• Perform high-energy tap dancing for documentary scenes.
• Deliver a charismatic and engaging on-camera performance.
• Follow choreography and creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male performer.
• Ages 8–14.
• Exceptional tap dancing skills required.
• Charismatic, energetic, and confident performer.
• Comfortable performing and dancing on camera.
• Must be able to work in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Compensation

• $900 per day.

Actors for Vertical Short Film “His Bride by Bet”

Job Description
A new vertical short film is now casting Los Angeles actors for an upcoming microdrama production titled His Bride by Bet. This casting call is seeking talented performers between the ages of 20 and 65 for paid on-camera roles in a scripted short-form project.

This vertical short film offers a strong opportunity for actors looking to expand their credits in digital storytelling and microdrama content. Casting directors are searching for performers who can deliver emotionally engaging performances tailored to short-form cinematic storytelling. All roles require a natural American accent and strong on-camera presence.

If you’re a Los Angeles-based actor ready to take on a compelling short film role, this project offers professional pay and valuable exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted vertical short film production

• Deliver emotionally authentic performances for short-form content

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in filming for scheduled shoot days

• Prepare and submit a self-tape audition if requested

Requirements

• Ages 20–65

• Based in Los Angeles

• Non-union talent

• Must speak with an American accent

• Comfortable performing in a vertical microdrama format

• Available for scheduled production dates

Compensation

• $170–$400 per shooting day (depending on role)

• Paid acting opportunity

Rock Musicians and Vocalists for Live Performance

Job Description

A live entertainment production is seeking talented rock musicians and band-style vocalists based in Southern California for an upcoming Halloween-themed park contract near Los Angeles. This paid music performance opportunity is looking for skilled performers with strong stage presence, professional musicianship, and the energy to deliver engaging live rock performances. Selected talent will participate in a paid rehearsal followed by 25 performance nights.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live rock music for a Halloween-themed entertainment production
• Deliver energetic and engaging performances for live audiences
• Collaborate professionally with fellow musicians, vocalists, and the production team
• Attend and participate in the required rehearsal
• Maintain consistent performance quality throughout the contract
• Follow musical and creative direction during rehearsals and performances

Requirements

• Rock musicians and band-style vocalists
• Must be based in Southern California
• Strong musical or vocal performance skills
• Confident and engaging stage presence
• Comfortable performing live for large audiences
• Must be available for the full performance commitment
• Professional, reliable, and collaborative

Compensation

• Paid rehearsal
• Competitive wage for 25 performance nights

Background Actors for Upscale Nightclub Scene – BET+ Series

Job Description
A hit BET+ series is now casting background talent for a high-end nightclub exterior scene in the upcoming season of Diarra From Detroit. Set outside an exclusive club, this scene will showcase trendy and fashionable individuals arriving for a glamorous night out. Talent must be based in Atlanta or able to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale clubgoers arriving at a luxury venue

• Remain on set for a full production day, potentially filming into the early morning

• Follow on-set direction and maintain consistent background continuity

• Submit recent, high-quality photos in stylish club attire

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities, ages 18+

• Must be available for a 12+ hour shoot day with flexible call time

• Must not have previously worked on this production

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

• Submissions must include:

  • Clear, recent selfie in upscale attire (taken within 7 days)

  • Unfiltered headshot and full-body photo

  • Optional video slate introducing yourself, height/weight, and location

Compensation

• Upscale Club Patrons: $13.63/hr ($109/8 hrs guaranteed), OT after 8 hrs

• Club Patrons with High-End Cars: $13.63/hr + $80 car bump

• Background Actor with Large SUV: $10.50/hr ($84/8 hrs guaranteed) + $80 car bump

• Roles are background only and will be photo-selected by the director

Casting Pickleball Players for BET+ Series in Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A BET+ original series is now seeking skilled pickleball players to appear as background actors in upcoming court scenes filming in Atlanta, GA. This is a great opportunity to showcase your pickleball skills on camera and gain experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pickleball players in exterior court scenes

• Play or simulate pickleball action as directed by production

• Maintain consistency between takes and follow on-set instructions

• Bring authentic energy and professionalism to the shoot

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must have experience playing pickleball

• Must bring your own pickleball gear and paddles

• Must be available for a full filming day

• Local to or able to work in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours)

• $10 prop bump for bringing personal pickleball gear

• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half