Los Angeles Kids Casting Calls

“Raising Cole” Feature Film – Young Cole

Job Description

The SAG-AFTRA feature film “Raising Cole,” filming in Austin, Texas, is seeking a young boy to portray the 3-year-old version of Cole, the film’s lead character. The ideal child is fearless, playful, adventurous, and enjoys being outdoors. This feature film casting opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers who can work as Texas local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the younger version of the lead character, Cole, in a feature film.
• Participate naturally in age-appropriate scenes and activities.
• Follow simple direction from the production team with parent or guardian support.
• Be comfortable interacting with other performers during filming.
• Be comfortable being safely lifted and held by other performers as required for scenes.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 3–4.
• White/Caucasian.
• Blonde or light brunette hair.
• Playful, fearless, and adventurous personality.
• Comfortable spending time outdoors.
• Comfortable being lifted and held by others during scenes.
• Must be based in Texas and able to work as an Austin local hire.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers are welcome.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA feature film rate.

TV Project – Child Speaking Roles

Job Description

A television project filming in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking two young performers for paid on-camera roles. The production is looking for a Black/African American boy ages 6–9 for a role with several lines and an outgoing, imaginative Caucasian girl ages 4–6 for a role with potential to recur. Previous professional set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role for a television project.
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently when required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in multiple workdays if booked.
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black/African American boy, ages 6–9.
• Seeking a Caucasian girl, ages 4–6.
• Girl should have an outgoing and imaginative personality.
• Previous set experience is preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.
• Must be available as a local hire in Vancouver, Canada.
• Must be available for multiple workdays if required.

Compensation

• UBCP rate.
• 110% buyout.

Iceberg – Kid Jonathan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting a young actor for the lead role of Kid Jonathan. Filming will take place in North Alabama. The character is an energetic, quick-witted boy with a smart mouth and vivid imagination, offering a young performer the opportunity to take on a significant role in a found-footage horror film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kid Jonathan in a lead feature film role.
• Deliver an energetic, expressive, and believable performance.
• Perform scripted dramatic and horror scenes.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow creative direction and maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 8–11.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Thin build.
• Energetic and quick-witted personality.
• Strong ability to portray an imaginative and expressive character.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Feature Film – Young Daughter Role

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a young female performer for a daughter role. The production is seeking a sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate child actor with strong on-camera potential and good acting skills. This is a local-hire, non-union opportunity, with the possibility of multiple workdays.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young daughter in a feature film
• Perform scripted scenes naturally and authentically
• Take direction from the director and production team
• Demonstrate appropriate emotional expression and character interaction
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set

Requirements

• Female child actor
• Caucasian
• Approximately 5 to 8 years old
• Sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate demeanor
• Good acting skills
• Must be local to Memphis, Tennessee, and able to work as a local hire
• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $449 per day
• Travel expenses are not provided

Netflix TV Series “The Woods” Casting – Kids Background Actors

Job Description

Netflix TV series “The Woods” is casting children for non-speaking background roles in New York. The production is seeking young performers who can work in Newburgh and surrounding towns, Tuxedo Park, Harriman State Park, Southfields, and Forestburgh. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union child talent are welcome, with filming potentially requiring full-day or evening availability depending on age-group work-hour requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a child background actor on Netflix TV series “The Woods”
• Portray assigned non-speaking background roles naturally on camera
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
• Work with a parent or legal guardian as required

Requirements

• Child performers
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome
• Must be able to work in the listed New York filming locations
• Must have appropriate availability based on permitted child work hours
• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany the child when required

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-union: $187 for 10 hours

Popular TV Series Casting – Children for Daughter and Son Roles

Job Description

A popular television series is casting children for paid background roles in New York City or New Jersey. The production is seeking a 4-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy to portray the children of biracial parents. Ideal talent will have a biracial appearance, with dark, curly hair considered a plus. These child background roles will work under SAG waiver and receive standard union background rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter or son of principal actors in a popular television series
• Perform naturally as background talent during assigned scenes
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
• Work comfortably around cast, crew, and other performers
• Participate with a parent or guardian present as required

Requirements

• Girl approximately 4 years old
• Boy approximately 2 years old
• Must be able to portray the child of biracial parents
• Dark, curly hair is a plus
• Must be able to work locally in New York City or New Jersey
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required

Compensation

• Standard union background rates

Job Description

Stark Casting is seeking fun, confident girls ages 7–9 for a paid campaign in London focused on self-esteem, positive body image, and media. The initiative is sponsored by a major brand and aims to feature authentic young participants in a project promoting confidence and a healthy self-image. This is a real-people casting, and professional actors or models are not being sought. Parents or guardians of girls who fit the age range are encouraged to submit through the official casting form.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a positive self-image campaign
• Take part in age-appropriate activities and on-camera content
• Follow simple direction from the production and casting teams
• Bring a natural, fun, and confident personality to the project
• Participate in content centered on self-esteem, body image, and media
• Attend filming with the required parent or guardian supervision

Requirements

• Girls ages 7–9
• Seeking fun, confident, natural personalities
• No professional actors or models
• Parent or guardian must submit the application on the child’s behalf
• Must be comfortable participating in an age-appropriate filmed campaign

Compensation

Paid opportunity.

Kids Casting Call

Job Description

A feature film is casting children for paid background roles in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking boys and girls ages 5–12 to portray students, neighborhood children, and therapy program participants. This is a great opportunity for young performers to gain on-set experience in a professional feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray students, neighbors, or therapy program participants in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in age-appropriate background activities as directed.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 5–12.
• Comfortable performing in a background role.
• Must be available to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 10 hours.

Young Male Child Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting young boys for a paid on-screen role in an upcoming production filming this spring. This opportunity is ideal for children who can naturally perform on camera and fit a specific youthful look. The production is seeking authentic, expressive young talent in a supportive and professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a featured child role

• Follow simple direction from the director and production team

• Participate comfortably in a professional film set environment

• Maintain focus and positive energy during filming

Requirements

• Boys ages 5–7

• Smaller stature or frame for age preferred

• Must be based in Dublin

• Acting experience not required (a bonus if applicable)

• Parent or guardian must apply on behalf of the child

• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

Compensation

• Paid child acting role

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Child Background Actors – Scary Movie 6 (Non-Union Paid)

Job Description
The feature film Scary Movie 6 is now seeking experienced child actors for featured background roles. This highly anticipated installment of the iconic comedy-horror franchise will film in Atlanta, GA, and will feature scenes that combine humor, suspense, and classic Scary Movie-style satire. Young performers will appear in interior mall scenes reacting to staged moments of chaos and surprise.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters reacting naturally to thrilling or comedic situations.

• Follow direction from the production team to express appropriate emotions such as fear, shock, or curiosity.

• Participate in interior mall scenes under professional supervision.

• Maintain focus and professionalism during long shoot hours.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 9–15, all genders and ethnicities welcome.

• Must have prior acting or background experience (film, TV, or theater).

• Comfortable performing in scenes with simulated violence or mild horror elements.

• Not suitable for first-time performers or those sensitive to frightening content.

• Parent or guardian must accompany the minor on set.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours, with time and a half after 8 hours.

• 10-hour maximum filming day.

• Paid, non-union background role.

• Meals and on-set accommodations provided.