Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A streaming series is casting background talent to portray rodeo attendees for an upcoming production in Cedartown, Georgia. The production is seeking energetic and expressive adults who can realistically portray rodeo fans in lively crowd scenes. Men and women ages 18 and older are encouraged to apply. The production is primarily seeking African American talent, while performers of all ethnicities, shapes, sizes, and types are welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a rodeo attendee in background scenes for a streaming series.
• React naturally and enthusiastically as a rodeo fan.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Remain available for the full required filming window.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18+.
• Primarily seeking African American talent, with all ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• Open to all shapes, sizes, and types.
• Must be energetic and expressive.
• Must be able to work in Cedartown, Georgia.

Compensation

• $110 for 10 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime available after 10 hours, if applicable.
• Additional $15 gas bump for travel to Cedartown.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A psychological thriller short film titled Exposure is casting male and female actors for the lead roles of Mary and Jamal. Filming will take place in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The story unfolds during a tense dinner where Mary confronts her cheating boyfriend with a calculated trap that could ultimately cost him everything. Mary is calm, observant, and emotionally guarded, maintaining a controlled exterior despite being pushed beyond her breaking point. Jamal is charming but defensive, with his composure gradually deteriorating as his lies begin to unravel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Mary or Jamal in a psychological thriller short film.
• Deliver a grounded and emotionally layered dramatic performance.
• Perform an intense relationship confrontation centered on betrayal and deception.
• Convey escalating tension and emotional conflict naturally on camera.
• Jamal actor must perform a convincing physical sequence involving an allergic reaction, choking, distress, and collapsing.

Requirements

• Mary: Female actor, ages 25–35, African American.
• Jamal: Male actor, ages 25–35, African American.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Jamal actor must be comfortable with the physical demands of the simulated death scene.
• Must be able to work in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• Screen credit provided.

Job Description

An original psychological drama short film titled Grief is casting a female actor for the role of Nish. The Connecticut-based production follows a woman struggling with the devastating loss of her child and explores grief, friendship, and emotional support through an intimate dramatic story. Nish is Lena’s loyal and emotionally perceptive best friend. She is caring, protective, and determined to support Lena through an unimaginable loss, even when she does not know what to say.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Nish in an original psychological drama short film.
• Bring warmth, loyalty, and emotional sensitivity to the character.
• Communicate concern, tenderness, and helplessness through natural nonverbal acting.
• Build believable emotional chemistry with the actor portraying Lena.

Requirements

• Female actor, playing age 18–35.
• African American.
• Strong dramatic and nonverbal acting abilities.
• Able to portray a caring, protective, and emotionally perceptive best friend.
• Connecticut-based or able to travel to Meriden, Connecticut.

Compensation

• Unpaid collaborative production.
• Meals provided on set.
• Professional footage for acting reels provided.
• Screen credit included.

Job Description

Talent Direct Agency is seeking African American background talent ages 50 and older for an upcoming production in Homestead. The casting team is looking for local talent who can work as background performers and are available for the required production schedule. Selected talent will appear on set as background actors and should be comfortable following production direction throughout the booking. Interested applicants should submit a current headshot along with their contact information and availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent for the production.
• Follow direction from the production and background teams while on set.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the booking.
• Be prepared to work for the scheduled production period.

Requirements

• African American talent.
• Ages 50 and older.
• Must be able to work in Homestead.
• Must be available for the production schedule.

Compensation

• $350 for 10 hours.
• AF rate.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the day-player role of Kevin. The production is seeking talent between the ages of 30 and 40 who can confidently perform scripted material and work effectively with the production team. This is a short paid booking suitable for actors looking to add another film credit and gain experience on a narrative production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kevin in a day-player role.
• Perform assigned scripted scenes.
• Take direction from the production team.
• Work professionally alongside cast and crew.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 30–40.
• No specific height requirement.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $85 for 4 hours or less.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the day-player role of Detective Smith. The production is seeking a performer who can portray the detective character while meeting the specified age and height requirements. This is a paid acting opportunity for talent comfortable working on a micro-budget production, performing scripted material, and taking direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Smith in the film.
• Perform scripted scenes for the character.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 30–45.
• Height: 5’10” or taller.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $225 for approximately 1.5 days of work.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the supporting role of Joseph. The production is seeking a performer who fits the specified age and height requirements and can confidently handle a supporting character within the film. Selected talent should be comfortable performing scripted material, taking direction, and collaborating with the cast and production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joseph in a supporting role.
• Perform scripted scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and production team.
• Prepare appropriately for the assigned scenes.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 35–42.
• Height: 5’7″ or taller.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Job Description

A major fashion brand and athletic brand collaboration is casting three featured models for an upcoming campaign in Los Angeles. The production is seeking male and female talent ages 18–30 with distinctive, memorable features and a strong on-camera presence. Selected models will appear as featured talent in the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured model in a fashion and athletic brand campaign.
• Participate in a professional six-hour campaign shoot.
• Model wardrobe and products according to creative direction.
• Maintain a confident and engaging presence on camera.
• Work professionally with the production and creative teams.

Requirements

• Featured Model 1: Female, Asian or half Asian, ages 18–30, with unique features.
• Featured Model 2: Female, Latin, ages 18–30, with unique or eccentric features.
• Featured Model 3: Male, African American or Filipino, ages 18–30.
• Must have open availability for the production.

Compensation

• $1,000 per role.

Job Description

A streaming series filming in Cedartown, Georgia is casting background talent to portray rodeo attendees. The production is looking for energetic and expressive people who can naturally and realistically appear as rodeo fans in crowd scenes. Men and women ages 18 and older are encouraged to apply. The production is primarily seeking African American talent, while performers of all ethnicities, shapes, sizes, and types are welcome. Real people are strongly encouraged to submit, and no previous acting or background experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a rodeo attendee in background scenes for the streaming series.
• Portray an energetic and believable rodeo fan.
• React naturally and follow direction during crowd scenes.
• Remain available for the full filming window when booked.
• Work professionally with the production and background casting teams.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older.
• Primarily seeking African American talent, with all ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• All shapes, sizes, and types are welcome.
• No previous acting or background experience required.
• Must be available for the entire filming window on the selected workday.

Compensation

• $110 guaranteed for 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours when applicable.
• Additional $15 gas bump for driving to Cedartown.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

An independent horror film titled Numbers is casting lead, supporting lead, supporting, and character roles for a supernatural thriller centered on a kidnapping that takes a terrifying turn. After abducting a wealthy businessman’s estranged daughter, a seasoned criminal and his crew hide inside a secluded mini-mansion with a notorious past. Their plan begins to unravel when their captive exposes dangerous secrets and supernatural forces emerge. The production is seeking actors with strong dramatic range who can handle intense, emotional, horror-driven material and bring grounded performances to characters facing fear, trauma, greed, and survival.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted role in a supernatural horror film.
• Deliver emotionally grounded performances in dramatic and suspenseful scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and production team on character development.
• Portray the assigned character according to the film’s creative direction.

Requirements

• Open roles include lead, supporting lead, supporting, and character roles.
• Roles shown include African American male and female characters across approximately ages 20s–50s.
• Strong dramatic range and comfort with intense emotional and horror-driven material.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.