Jobs in Los Angeles, California

Job Description

APE Castings is seeking a male model/actor with ginger or auburn hair for an upcoming paid production in Los Angeles, California. The project is expected to film in late August or early September, with the exact date still to be determined. The production is seeking talent who closely matches the requested ginger/auburn-haired look shown in the casting reference.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured talent for the upcoming production
• Model and/or act on camera as required
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for the shoot
• Collaborate professionally with the production crew

Requirements

• Male model/actor
• Ginger or auburn hair
• Should closely match the general look requested by casting
• Professional and comfortable working on camera

Compensation

$1,250

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
• 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

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

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
• Filmmakers looking to expand their portfolios are encouraged to apply

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer

Job Description

The independent short film Paradiso is seeking a Sound Recordist to join its volunteer production crew in Los Angeles, California. The self-funded, low-budget short film is a modern noir inspired by Hollywood’s golden age. It follows an aspiring actor named Xavier as a promising career opportunity draws him into the darker side of the entertainment industry. The production will use a run-and-gun indie filmmaking approach while shooting at various classic Hollywood locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Sound Recordist during production
• Capture production audio throughout filming
• Coordinate with the director and other crew members
• Support filming at multiple Los Angeles and Hollywood locations
• Adapt to a fast-moving, independent filmmaking environment
• Maintain professional and collaborative conduct throughout production

Requirements

• Sound recording experience or relevant production knowledge
• Comfortable working within an independent filmmaking environment
• Interest in low-budget and portfolio-building film projects
• Interest in noir and atmospheric filmmaking is a plus

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer

Job Description

The independent short film Paradiso is seeking a Cinematographer for a low-budget, self-funded production filming in Los Angeles, California. Paradiso is a modern noir inspired by Hollywood’s golden age. The story follows Xavier, an aspiring young actor who receives a rare opportunity to star in a television series after a difficult week of auditions, only to confront the darker side of the entertainment industry. The production plans to film at classic Hollywood locations and is looking for someone interested in run-and-gun independent filmmaking and dark, moody visual storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Cinematographer for the short film
• Collaborate with the director on the film’s visual approach
• Help create a stylish, dark, modern-noir aesthetic
• Capture footage across various Los Angeles and Hollywood locations
• Work effectively within a run-and-gun indie production environment
• Collaborate professionally with the production team

Requirements

• Cinematography experience or a strong interest in developing cinematography skills
• Interest in noir, dark, and atmospheric visual storytelling
• Comfortable working on a low-budget, self-funded independent film
• Portfolio-building filmmakers are encouraged to apply

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer

Job Description

JLUXLABEL is seeking a Content Creator to join its Creative and Marketing team at the company’s Los Angeles headquarters. The role is designed for a creative professional who is passionate about fashion, storytelling, and producing engaging social media content. The ideal candidate understands how to turn ideas into scroll-stopping, on-brand content and can help shape JLUXLABEL’s social presence through compelling visual storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging, elevated, and on-brand content for JLUXLABEL
• Help shape and strengthen the brand’s social media presence
• Develop creative concepts and turn ideas into compelling visual stories
• Collaborate with the Creative and Marketing team
• Produce content designed to engage and inspire the JLUXLABEL community

Requirements

• Passionate about fashion and content creation
• Strong instinct for creating engaging, on-brand content
• Confident with filming and editing
• Keeps up with social media trends and platform best practices
• Comfortable working in a collaborative and creative environment
• Ready to contribute ideas that support JLUXLABEL’s brand and social presence

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Job Description

APE Castings is seeking a male lead for an upcoming production filming in Los Angeles, California. The casting team is looking for a performer with a strong, masculine, conventionally attractive appearance described in the casting notice as a “Gigachad type” look. The selected actor must be available for both scheduled production days. This is a paid opportunity offering $300 per day for two days of work, for a total of $600.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the male lead in the production
• Portray the character according to the production’s creative direction
• Perform confidently and naturally on camera
• Follow instructions from the director and production team
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent
• Strong, masculine appearance
• Conventionally attractive look
• Comfortable performing as a lead on camera

Compensation

$300 per day for two days; $600 total

Job Description

Terry Berland Casting is seeking Latina voiceover artists ages 20–29 for an upcoming union voiceover commercial. Casting is looking for talent with an inviting, upbeat, and energetic delivery who can perform with a convincing and authentic Miami Latina accent. Both union and non-union performers may submit. Talent must either be based in Los Angeles or have access to a broadcast-quality home studio equipped with Source Connect. This casting has a quick turnaround, so applicants are encouraged to submit voice samples as soon as possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide professional voiceover performance for a commercial
• Deliver an inviting, upbeat, and energetic vocal performance
• Perform with an authentic Miami Latina accent
• Follow creative direction and adjust delivery when requested
• Record broadcast-quality audio for the production
• Meet the project’s quick production and submission timeline

Requirements

• Latina voiceover artists
• Ages 20–29
• Must have a convincing/authentic Miami Latina accent
• Inviting, upbeat, and energetic vocal quality
• Union and non-union talent may submit
• Submit a voice sample reading with a Miami Latina accent
• Applicants are encouraged to submit as soon as possible

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Job Description

Barbarella Casting is seeking male and female actors ages 20–65 for “Ride or Die,” an upcoming Shorts App vertical production filming in Los Angeles. This non-union casting call is open to Los Angeles-based performers for multiple roles, with compensation varying depending on the role booked. Selected actors must be available during the August 17–23 production window and prepared to work professionally with the creative and production teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned roles in the “Ride or Die” vertical production
• Deliver scripted performances under production direction
• Collaborate professionally with cast, crew, and creative teams
• Follow on-set instructions and production requirements

Requirements

• Male and female actors
• Ages 20–65
• Non-union talent
• Submit a current headshot and complete applicant information
• Ability to follow direction and perform professionally on camera

Compensation

$168–$900 USD per day, depending on the role. No agency fee.