Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Lead & Supporting Actors for Short Film “Forever?”

Job Description
A short film production is casting multiple actors for an upcoming project titled Forever?, an NYU thesis film that explores friendship, loss, and personal growth. The story follows a recent college graduate and struggling writer who must confront the emotional weight of a broken friendship when reminded of her upcoming high school reunion. Casting directors are seeking talented performers for both lead and supporting roles who can bring depth, emotional nuance, and authenticity to this character-driven drama.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray key characters in a narrative-driven short film

• Deliver emotional and character-focused performances

• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming

• Participate in scripted scenes that explore friendship, grief, and personal growth

Requirements

• Stella (Early 20s): Female-presenting POC, the protagonist; sarcastic, intelligent, emotionally guarded, and struggling to confront past grief

• Addison (Early 20s): Female-presenting, any race; dramatic, ambitious, and effortlessly social; once Stella’s closest friend

• Lulu (Early 20s): Female-presenting, any race; confident, ambitious, and charismatic; Stella’s former best friend and creative partner

• Guy (Early 20s): Male-presenting, any race

• Spiritual Lady (30s–40s): Female-presenting, any race

• Young Stella (Ages 9–12): Female-presenting, any race

• Young Addison (Ages 9–12): Female-presenting, any race

• Strong acting ability and comfort performing in a dramatic storyline

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in an NYU thesis short film

• Valuable experience working on an independent narrative project

• Portfolio-building opportunity for emerging actors

Male Actors for Horror Short Film “The Giggler”

Job Description
A horror short film production is casting male actors for intense lead roles in an upcoming psychological thriller project. The film centers around a disturbing story involving loyalty, manipulation, and survival as a young man confronts a terrifying predator hidden behind humor and deception. Casting directors are seeking performers who can portray emotionally layered characters in a dark, suspenseful narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex characters in a psychological horror storyline

• Deliver emotionally intense and dramatic on-camera performances

• Collaborate with the production team to bring suspenseful scenes to life

• Follow direction during scenes involving dark or thriller-themed material

Requirements

• Male actor, early 20s to portray Dom

• Male actor, mid-20s to portray Jake / “The Giggler”

• Strong acting ability and comfort with dramatic storytelling

• Ability to portray intense emotional and psychological scenes

• Comfortable working in a horror or thriller film environment

Compensation

• Paid or project-based opportunity depending on role

• Opportunity to appear in a horror short film production

Detectives & Forensic Officers

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray detectives and forensic officers in investigative scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking men and women with professional appearances who can help create authentic crime investigation scenes within the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray detectives or forensic officers in investigative scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain professional and focused on-camera presence

• Participate in background actions related to crime scene investigations

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–65

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

• Conservative, professional appearance

• Clean-cut hairstyles for men

• Must have business attire such as suits and ties

• Law enforcement or military experience preferred but not required

• No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• $42 for up to 2 hours of fitting (overtime possible if fitting exceeds 2 hours)

Tulsa Police Officers

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray police officers in upcoming investigative scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking men and women with professional, law enforcement-type looks who can bring authenticity to police scenes within the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers in investigative or law enforcement scenes

• Maintain a professional and authoritative presence on camera

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate in background actions during police-related scenes

Requirements

• Men and women ages 21–50

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

• Conservative and professional appearance

• Clean-cut hairstyles; men should not have facial hair

• Good physical shape required

• Law enforcement or military experience preferred but not required

• No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• $42 for up to 2 hours of fitting (overtime possible if fitting exceeds 2 hours)

FBI Agents

Job Description
A television series production is casting background actors to portray FBI agents in investigative scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are looking for men and women with professional, clean-cut appearances who can convincingly portray federal agents working in a law enforcement setting. Talent will help create realistic investigative scenes that reflect the presence and authority of federal officers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray FBI agents in investigative and law enforcement scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a professional and authoritative on-screen presence

• Participate in background actions related to investigative work

Requirements

• Men and women ages 28–65

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

• Conservative, professional appearance

• Clean-cut hairstyle; men should have short, tidy hair

• Must have business attire such as suits and ties

• Law enforcement or military experience is a plus but not required

• No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• $42 for up to 2 hours of fitting (overtime possible if fitting exceeds 2 hours)

Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)

Job Description
A production is casting a performer to portray a crime scene investigator in a crime-focused project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking actors who can bring realism and professionalism to investigative scenes involving scripted crime content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crime scene investigator during investigative scenes

• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

• Maintain realistic on-camera presence while performing background tasks

• Help create an authentic crime scene environment

Requirements

• Male or female, open ethnicity

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Ability to follow direction and maintain continuity during filming

Compensation

• $100 flat rate for the filming day

Officer

Job Description
A production is seeking actors to portray police officers in a crime-related project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for performers who can convincingly represent law enforcement professionals during investigative scenes involving scripted dramatic content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in investigative scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a realistic and professional law enforcement presence on camera

• Participate in scripted crime investigation moments

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 20–40s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Athletic build preferred

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and crime-related scenes

• Comfortable handling prop equipment used in scenes

Compensation

• $125 flat rate for the filming day

Deputy

Job Description
A production is casting an actor to portray a deputy in a crime-themed project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for performers who can convincingly portray law enforcement officers involved in an investigation storyline. This role will participate in scripted scenes involving intense crime content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in crime investigation scenes

• Handle prop equipment and participate in action-style moments

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a realistic law enforcement presence on camera

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 20–40s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Athletic build preferred

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Comfortable handling prop equipment used in scenes

Compensation

• $125 flat rate for the filming day

Victim’s Grandmother

Job Description
A film production is casting a background actor to portray a victim’s grandmother in a dramatic scene filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a Black female performer who can bring emotional authenticity to a family role within a crime-related storyline. This role will appear in scenes connected to a murder investigation narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the grandmother of a victim in scripted scenes

• Deliver natural background performance during emotional story moments

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Help create an authentic family dynamic within the scene

Requirements

• Black female, approximately in her 70s

• Comfortable appearing in scenes related to crime or dramatic storytelling

• Ability to follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

Compensation

• $125 flat rate for the filming day

Infant Baby Girl for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting an infant baby girl for an upcoming commercial filming in Atlanta, Georgia. Casting directors are looking for a baby who appears very young on camera to portray a featured infant in a family-focused commercial scene. This is a great opportunity for parents with infants interested in participating in a professional commercial production. Twin babies are also encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in scenes for a commercial production

• Participate in simple infant-focused moments filmed with the production team

• Remain comfortable in a production environment with guardians present

Requirements

• Infant baby girl approximately 6–12 months old

• Blonde hair preferred

• Must appear very young on camera

• Twin babies are a plus but not required

• Parent or guardian must accompany the baby on set

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity

• Opportunity to appear in a professional advertising campaign