Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Bill Marinella Casting is seeking a male performer for the non-speaking role of Mr. Hastings, an aristocratic, worldly hotel staff member, for a production filming at a well-known landmark in Liberty Heights. The character is described as polite, professional, discreet, and possessing an old-world charm. The selected performer must also have flexibility for two additional work dates through August 25, with exact dates to be determined.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mr. Hastings, a sophisticated hotel staff member.
• Perform a non-speaking on-camera role.
• Maintain a polished, professional hotel-staff appearance.
• Be available for the initial call time and two additional production dates.
• Follow wardrobe and production instructions.

Requirements

• Male performer.
• Caucasian.
• Height: approximately 5’9″–6’1″.
• Must have a dark suit.
• Must match the sophisticated, worldly character profile.
• Submission photos should not include hats or glasses.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

A Christmas film project is casting experienced actors for principal day player roles filming throughout Kentucky. Actors with professional reels or tapes are encouraged to submit, and SAG-AFTRA experience is a plus. Selected candidates will receive sides and self-tape instructions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal day player role in a Christmas film project.
• Follow production and director instructions during filming.
• Be available to work at filming locations throughout Kentucky.
• Portray the assigned character professionally and authentically.

Requirements

• Contractor: Actors in their 30s–60s, any ethnicity. Friendly, practical, and honest professional contractor working on the Bennett farmhouse renovation.
• Shop Owner: Actors in their 60s, any ethnicity. Kind and helpful owner of the Holly Ridge antiques shop with a strong presence.
• Parent: Actors in their 30s–40s, any ethnicity. Warm, community-minded parent from Holly Ridge with strong conversational skills.
• Experienced actors preferred.
• SAG-AFTRA affiliation is a plus.
• Resume and acting reels are required.
• Current Polaroid should have no Instagram pulls, black-and-white images, hats, or glasses.

Compensation

• Not specified.

Kentucky Christmas Film Day Player Casting Call

Job Description

A Christmas film production is casting actors for multiple day player roles filming throughout Kentucky. The production is seeking experienced performers with reels or tapes for three speaking roles: a contractor, an antique shop owner, and a parent. Actors of any ethnicity are encouraged to apply, and SAG-AFTRA membership is a plus. Selected performers will receive sides and self-tape instructions if they are a potential fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a day player role in a Christmas film production.
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally and professionally.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain professional on-set conduct throughout production.

Requirements

• Contractor: Ages 30s–60s, any ethnicity; friendly, practical, and honest presence.
• Shop Owner: 60s, any ethnicity; kind, helpful, friendly, with a strong presence.
• Parent: Ages 30s–40s, any ethnicity; warm, community-minded, with strong conversational skills.
• Acting reel or tape required.
• SAG-AFTRA membership is a plus.
• Must be available to work in Kentucky during the production period.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Background Extras for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting background extras for a debutante ball scene filming in Mayfield, Kentucky. This paid background acting opportunity is open to adults and teens who can help bring an elegant social event to life on screen. The production is also seeking parents, pageant participants, writers, and other community members to appear in featured background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray guests and attendees in a debutante ball scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
• Help create an authentic atmosphere for the featured event.

Requirements

• Adults ages 18 and older.
• Teens ages 16–17 may apply with a parent.
• Seeking debutantes, parents, pageant participants, writers, and additional background talent.
• Must be able to work in Mayfield, Kentucky.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Male Role for True Crime Series

Job Description

A paid acting opportunity is available for a new true crime television series filming at LEX Studios in Kentucky. Casting directors are seeking a male actor with dark hair and brown eyes who closely resembles the provided reference photo for a featured reenactment role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a true crime reenactment series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Match the appearance of the reference character.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–40.
• Dark hair.
• Brown eyes.
• Must closely resemble the reference photo.
• Must be a Kentucky resident.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Female Role for True Crime Series

Job Description

A paid acting opportunity is available for a new true crime television series filming at LEX Studios in Kentucky. Casting directors are seeking a female actor with dark blonde, shoulder-length hair who closely resembles the provided reference photo for a featured reenactment role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a true crime reenactment series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Match the appearance of the reference character.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–40.
• Dark blonde, shoulder-length hair.
• Must closely resemble the reference photo.
• Must be a Kentucky resident.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Young Male Role for True Crime Series

Job Description

A paid acting opportunity is available for a new true crime television series filming at LEX Studios in Kentucky. Casting directors are seeking a young male actor with dark hair who can convincingly portray a younger character. Applicants should closely resemble the provided reference photo for this featured reenactment role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a true crime reenactment series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Match the appearance and mannerisms of the reference character.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–25.
• Dark hair.
• Must be able to portray a younger character.
• Must closely resemble the reference photo.
• Must be a Kentucky resident.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Job Description

Bill Marinella Casting is seeking a male stand-in for an upcoming feature film filming in Lexington, Kentucky. The production is hiring a local performer who closely matches the physical specifications needed to stand in for an actor during filming. This is a long-term opportunity expected to run from the last week of August through mid-to-late September on a Monday through Friday schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for an actor during feature film production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera, and blocking setups.
• Follow direction from the assistant director and camera department.
• Be available for scheduled filming days.

Requirements

• Caucasian/White male.
• Appearing age: 40s–55.
• Slim, in-shape build.
• Gray or salt-and-pepper hair.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.
• Overtime paid when applicable.
• Expected 12-hour production days.

Job Description

Bill Marinella Casting is casting a female stand-in for an upcoming feature film in Lexington, Kentucky. The production is seeking a local performer who matches the requested physical characteristics to support camera rehearsals and technical setups throughout filming. The role is scheduled for multiple weekdays from late August through mid-to-late September.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during feature film production.
• Assist with lighting, camera, and blocking rehearsals.
• Follow direction from the production crew.
• Be available throughout the scheduled filming period.

Requirements

• Caucasian female.
• Appearing age: 30s–40s.
• Very fit build.
• Light to medium hair color.
• Green eyes are a plus.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.
• Overtime paid when applicable.
• Expected 12-hour production days.
• Local hires only; no travel or per diem provided.

Recurring Male Actor for Digital Comedy Sketch Series

Job Description

A paid acting opportunity is available for a recurring role in a hit digital comedy sketch series. Casting directors are seeking a talented African American male with strong comedic timing and the ability to deliver authentic emotional performances. This recurring character has the potential to appear in multiple episodes. Filming is based in Louisville, Kentucky, with travel and lodging provided for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a recurring character in a digital comedy sketch series.
• Deliver comedic performances with authentic emotional moments.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Be available for the full filming schedule and travel as required.

Requirements

• African American male, ages 28–45.
• Strong comedic timing and acting ability.
• Must be available to travel to Louisville, Kentucky for filming.
• Must be available throughout the production schedule.

Compensation

• $750 per day.
• Half-day rate provided for travel days.
• Travel and lodging provided.