Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

“It’s All About the Game” MFA Student Film – Cast

Job Description

An MFA thesis student project and proof-of-concept for a potential TV pilot is casting multiple roles for a police drama filming in the Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia areas. “It’s All About the Game” follows Leon Bauer, a troubled detective who encounters a serial killer while playing pool at a bar, forcing him into a dangerous game with an enemy he has been pursuing for years.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured character in a police drama student film.
• Deliver natural, emotionally grounded performances appropriate to the assigned role.
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production crew.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in dramatic scenes involving crime, family relationships, and law enforcement themes.

Requirements

• Detective Leon Bauer: Male, White, ages 40–45, under 5’10”; portrays a once-renowned detective struggling with a failed marriage, alcohol addiction, and unresolved doubts from a past murder case.
• Detective Brady McNabb: Male, any ethnicity, ages 40–45, over 6 feet tall; portrays Leon’s partner and a stabilizing presence as they pursue killers.
• Bartender Nadine Reynolds: Female, any ethnicity, ages 35–40; portrays a bartender and mother balancing work, parenting, and her personal life.
• Christy Reynolds: Female, any ethnicity, must be over 21 but able to portray age 17; portrays Nadine’s emotional and spoiled teenage daughter.
• Oliver Conners: Male, White, ages 60–70; portrays a calm, confident killer who reveals his strategy to his target during a game of billiards. Character has a thick beard.
• Female News Reporter: Female, any ethnicity, ages 20–50; portrays an on-the-scene reporter covering a murder.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach, Virginia, depending on the role.

Compensation

• $150 daily rate for all roles.

Teen Girls Soccer Players for Paid International Project

Job Description

A paid international project is casting UK-based British or American teenage girls who are skilled soccer players. The production is seeking real players with strong football/soccer ability for filming in Brazil. No acting or modeling experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Play soccer naturally and confidently on camera.
• Participate in football-focused scenes for the production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Demonstrate genuine soccer skills and athletic ability.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Female talent ages 13–16.
• British or American.
• Must be UK-based.
• Must play football/soccer at a good level.
• No acting or modeling experience required.
• Must be able to travel internationally for filming in Brazil.
• American applicants must have retained their American accent.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Travel and accommodation provided.

Development Sizzle Editor

Job Description

A television production team is seeking an experienced Development Sizzle Editor for an immediate one-week booking in Sydney, Australia. This editing opportunity is ideal for a creative professional with strong Avid skills and experience producing fast-paced, high-energy short-form development sizzles.

Job Responsibilities

• Edit engaging short-form development sizzles using Avid.
• Create fast-paced, high-energy edits suitable for television development.
• Build compelling stories from available footage and production materials.
• Deliver strong pitch and development cuts.
• Collaborate with the development and production teams to meet creative goals.

Requirements

• High proficiency in Avid editing software.
• Proven experience editing fast-paced, high-energy development sizzles.
• Strong storytelling and editorial skills.
• Demonstrated experience creating effective pitch and development cuts.
• Must be available for a one-week booking.
• Must be able to work in Sydney, Australia.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.

1930s Period Film – Working-Class Background Actors

Job Description

A San Francisco period film is casting male and female background actors to portray working-class people in a story set during the 1930s. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking local Bay Area talent who can authentically fit the historical setting and work professionally on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working-class person in a 1930s period film.
• Perform natural background action as directed by the production team.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity throughout filming.
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 30–55.
• Must be a San Francisco Bay Area local hire.
• Able to authentically portray a working-class person from the 1930s.
• Full-day availability required when booked.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate of $231 for 8 hours.
• Paid wardrobe fitting at 1/4 check.

School Lunch Commercial – Lead Actor

Job Description

A school lunch commercial is casting female talent for a paid lead role filming in Tallahassee, Florida. The production is seeking performers who can bring an authentic and relatable presence to a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a school lunch commercial.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Female and male talent.
• Ages 35–55+.
• Black or ethnically ambiguous.
• Must be able to work in Tallahassee, Florida.

Compensation

• $550.
• Two years paid digital usage.
• In-perpetuity organic web usage.
• Travel expenses are not covered.

Lifetime Film – Police Officer

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is casting a male background actor to portray a police officer in Atlanta, Georgia. This non-speaking background role is seeking talent who can authentically portray a professional law enforcement officer on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a Lifetime film.
• Perform natural background action appropriate to a law enforcement scene.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a professional appearance and behavior while on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 25–60, or able to portray this age range.
• Caucasian.
• Slender to medium build.
• Clean-shaven or have a properly trimmed 1980s-style mustache.
• No ponytails, man buns, visible tattoos, ear gauges, or hair past the collar.
• Must be able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 12 hours.

Lifetime Film – Home Health Aide

Job Description

A Lifetime film is casting a female background actor to portray a home health aide in a small scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking talent who can naturally portray a professional healthcare support worker on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a home health aide in a Lifetime film scene.
• Perform natural background action appropriate to the role.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 25–45.
• Caucasian.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Able to portray a professional home health aide naturally on camera.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 12 hours.

Lifetime Film – Friends of Cast Members

Job Description

A Lifetime film is casting male and female background actors to portray friends of cast members in a small scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This opportunity is seeking Caucasian talent who can bring a natural and authentic presence to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend of a cast member in a Lifetime film scene.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared to work as a background performer as needed.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Ages 24–48.
• Caucasian.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Comfortable working on a professional film set.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 12 hours.