Los Angeles Dance Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Talent with Amish Look for Period Drama

Job Description
A television series set in a historical backdrop is seeking non-union background actors to portray members of a traditional Amish family. Roles include children, teens, and an older woman to play a warm, gentle grandmother figure. Filming will take place in the Columbia, TN area, with wardrobe fittings scheduled in Franklin. Talent must be available for full production days, even if not needed for the entire time.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a dramatic period scene

• Maintain consistent appearance in costume and hair styling

• Follow on-set direction and remain in character when cameras are rolling

• Portray an authentic and respectful representation of Amish life

Requirements

• Must be local to Columbia, TN or able to work as a local hire

• Must have an Amish look or convincingly portray traditional Amish style

• Roles casting:

  • Young Girl (8 years old)

  • Teen Boy (ages 13–16)

  • Teen Girl (ages 13–16)

  • Older Woman (ages 60–75), kind and grandmotherly presence

• Available for up to 12+ hours on shoot day

• Wardrobe fitting required prior to filming

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half for overtime

• Great opportunity to build experience in a historical TV series

Lead Role – Eden Mason in Short Film

Job Description
An NYU short film is casting a lead actor to portray Eden Mason, a deeply layered character navigating her final summer before adulthood. Eden is intelligent, emotionally aware, and caught between her first love, family expectations, and her desire to break free. Set in Hawai‘i, this coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, emotional growth, and the tension between staying rooted and branching out.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a naturalistic and emotionally grounded performance as Eden

• Participate in remote self-tape audition (medium close-up, clean background, well-lit)

• Collaborate with a student-led production team for a character-driven narrative

• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates on location

Requirements

• Female actor, able to believably play 18 years old

• Must portray emotional nuance and strong internal conflict

• Open to collaborating and improvising around scripted material

• Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

• Copy and credit only

• Ideal for actors building dramatic reels and festival-level work

• Lead role in a character-rich short film for academic showcase

Infant Casting Call for Drama Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking African American infants for an upcoming labor and delivery scene. Filming will take place in the Norcross/Atlanta area, and production is looking for babies who appear to be between 11 weeks and 7 months old. Twins are preferred, but single baby submissions will also be accepted. Parents or guardians must be available to accompany their child on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newborn in a scripted hospital scene

• Remain calm and comfortable during brief on-set moments

• Be accompanied by a legal guardian throughout filming

• Follow directions from the production team to ensure a smooth shoot

Requirements

• Infants 11 weeks to 7 months old

• Must appear African American

• Twins preferred but singles welcome

• Local to Norcross or Atlanta, GA

• No Central Casting registration required to apply

Compensation

• $250 for 10 hours per child

• Paid directly to parent or guardian

• Professional on-set experience for families in a network drama

Actors for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A new episode of a true crime reenactment series is casting talent for non-speaking roles based on real individuals. Filming will take place in Lexington, KY, and actors must closely match the physical traits of real people portrayed. This is an exciting opportunity for performers comfortable with physical acting, dramatic storytelling, and embodying emotionally intense moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Recreate scenes from real-life investigations in a non-speaking capacity

• Match appearance to reference photos provided by production

• Perform scenes involving physicality and emotional expression

• Take direction from the director and follow scene blocking precisely

Requirements

• Must be comfortable portraying violence or physical actions

• Should have flexible availability over the shoot window

• Must resemble casting references for roles unless applying for non-match roles

• Non-speaking, background reenactment roles only

• Seeking the following character types:

  • Judith: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, short brown hair, must be a smoker or okay with smoking

  • Catherine: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown/gray hair, heavy-set build

  • Jimmy: Male, Caucasian, 40s–early 50s, short/buzzed/balding hair

  • Charles: Male, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown hair balding on top

  • Heather: Female, Caucasian, 30s–40s, light brown/brown hair

  • Heather’s Husband: Male, Caucasian, 30s–40s, bald, goatee, 5’5”–5’7”

  • Shadow Figure: White male, must be physically fit and able to lift an actress

  • Flex Roles: No match required; seeking housekeeper, lab tech, and investigator types

Compensation

• $125 for 6 hours

• $200 for days over 6 hours

• Shoots 1–2 days with short notice, meals provided on set

• Great for actors seeking television reenactment credits

Corporate Employee Role for Streaming Project

Job Description
A streaming platform is casting background talent to portray corporate employees for an upcoming scene in a workplace drama. This role requires talent who can dress and carry themselves in a professional office environment. It’s a small, fast-moving set—ideal for performers who enjoy efficiency and are available for early call times in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a corporate employee in background scenes

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate business attire

• Follow on-set direction and remain professional throughout the shoot

• Work efficiently on a small, non-crowded production set

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–50

• Must provide your own business attire (no black suits for men)

• Local to Atlanta or able to self-report to the set location

• Comfortable receiving payment via direct deposit

• Submit current photos and full availability details

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours guaranteed

• Work in a professional, organized environment with a quick turnaround

• Great for adding streaming production credits to your portfolio

Caricature Artists for Background Roles in Family Entertainment Project

Job Description
A major entertainment production is seeking skilled caricature artists for background roles in an upcoming project. This opportunity is perfect for creative professionals with live drawing experience looking to gain exposure on a high-profile set. Artists will work in a fun, immersive environment designed to reflect an energetic and interactive setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live caricature drawing as background talent

• Interact naturally with extras and production crew in character

• Maintain focus and creativity in a fast-paced set environment

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older

• Prior caricature or live art performance experience required

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. with valid I-9 documentation

• Must be registered in the project’s casting database to apply

• Flexible availability for wardrobe fitting and multiple shoot dates

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Work in a well-known entertainment setting

• Gain visibility as an artist in a featured background role

Female Stand-Ins for Television Series Season 14

Job Description
A hit television drama is casting non-speaking female stand-ins to work throughout the upcoming season. Stand-ins support the production team by standing in for lead actors during lighting and camera setup. This is a paid, long-term role based in Chicago, ideal for talent who match the look and build of the principal cast members. Stand-ins must be available consistently Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for lead actresses during technical rehearsals and scene blocking

• Match height, build, and hair characteristics of actors

• Remain focused and cooperative during long set days

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Attend in-person stand-in audition if selected

Requirements

• Female, must be available weekdays with some Saturdays

• Must attend audition at Cinespace Studio if invited

• Two-week break in late December (holiday hiatus)

• Seeking the following profiles:

  • SI 8: Latina, dark hair, 20s to 30s, 5’6” to 5’8”, slim build

  • SI 9: Asian/Latina, dark hair, 20s to 30s, 5’8” to 5’10”, slim build

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Payment issued approximately two weeks after work date

Stand-In for Holiday Movie Production

Job Description
A new Christmas-themed film is casting an African American male stand-in for a production shoot in the Atlanta area. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the camera and lighting departments while supporting the creative process behind the scenes. Applicants should be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to physically match the principal actor’s profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the lead actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Follow precise on-set instructions from crew

• Maintain consistency for shot setups and angles

• Be available for the full scheduled workday

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 18–50

• Height between 5’10” and 6’0”

• Must be local to the Atlanta area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours guaranteed

• Paid position with opportunity for future stand-in work

• Work on a professional set for a festive holiday production

Featured Role – Male Date for Christmas Movie

Job Description
A new holiday movie is seeking an African American male actor to portray a featured background role as a date to a female character. This role offers on-camera visibility and the chance to be part of a festive and heartwarming Christmas production filming in Atlanta. Ideal for talent looking to expand their film experience with a featured appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the date of a principal character during a featured scene

• Follow on-set direction while maintaining character presence

• Be available for wardrobe and camera blocking if needed

• Appear camera-ready and professional on filming day

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 18–30

• Must be local to Atlanta or willing to work as a local hire

• Submit current photos that clearly show your present look

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Additional $25 bump for featured placement

• Opportunity for screen time in a major holiday production

Male Photo Double for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is casting a male photo double for an upcoming shoot in Texas. This is a great opportunity for actors and talent who match the specific physical profile of the lead actor to gain on-set experience and be a key part of the visual continuity for the production. Candidates must be Texas residents and able to work as locals in Midlothian.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a lead actor in select scenes

• Match the actor’s silhouette, movements, and physical characteristics

• Follow on-set direction for lighting, positioning, and blocking

• Remain professional and punctual throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male, height between 5’6” and 5’9”

• Must match the lead actor’s skin tone and hair color

• Must be a Texas resident

• Submit recent color photos: one headshot and one full-length

Compensation

• $200 flat rate for 12 hours guaranteed

• Paid opportunity with on-set film or TV production credit

• Work with a professional production team in a featured capacity