Los Angeles Kids Casting Calls

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is looking for a Caucasian man for a principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union drama follows a young artist’s journey and offers actors the opportunity to work on a professionally funded independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the production team on set.
• Attend all scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 40–60.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Caucasian woman for a principal role in a paid non-union production filming in Calgary. This dramatic short film tells a compelling story centered on art, identity, and recognition, offering performers the opportunity to join an independently funded production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 40–50.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is seeking a Filipino woman for a featured principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union film explores identity, family, and ambition, and requires a performer who speaks Tagalog for an important supporting character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Work closely with the director and cast.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 40–60.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Filipino girl for a principal role in an upcoming drama filming in Calgary. The film follows a young Filipino painter whose search for recognition takes an unexpected turn. Producers are seeking a talented young actress who speaks Tagalog to portray an emotionally important character in this paid non-union production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 10–15.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

A psychological thriller short film is casting a Black male actor between the ages of 25 and 35 for a supporting role. The character is the main protagonist’s brother, and the production is seeking an actor who can deliver a natural, emotionally grounded performance. This is an excellent opportunity for Atlanta-based performers interested in dramatic independent film projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting role of the protagonist’s brother.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male actor.
• Ages 25–35.
• Headshot preferred.
• Acting reel or performance clips are encouraged but not required.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

An independent feature film is looking for performers to portray henchmen in featured background scenes. These roles require availability for multiple filming days in southeastern Pennsylvania during August.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured henchman.
• Follow production direction.
• Attend multiple filming days as scheduled.

Requirements

• Available for multiple filming days.
• No acting experience required.
• Must provide requested application materials.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.

Job Description

An independent feature film is seeking older adults to portray retirement home residents in featured background scenes filming in southeastern Pennsylvania. The production is looking for performers who can help create authentic community and care facility environments throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a retirement home resident.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in featured background scenes.

Requirements

• Older adult performer.
• No acting experience required.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.

Job Description

An independent feature film is casting children for featured scenes set in parks and community centers throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. The production is looking for natural, energetic children to help bring everyday community moments to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in featured background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Child performer.
• No acting experience required.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.

Lead Roles for Franco-American Short Film

Job Description

A Franco-American short film is casting two lead roles for an emotional story centered on grief, memory, resilience, and family. Filming will take place in San Diego, California, and the production is seeking talented performers to bring two unforgettable characters to life. This is a paid opportunity for actors interested in leading an independent film with meaningful storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s lead characters.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required.

Requirements

• Seeking the following lead roles:
  • Lola: Girl, age 8. Bright, sensitive, curious, imaginative, intuitive, and wise beyond her years.
  • Ana: Woman, ages 65–80. Warm, funny, independent, and full of love and wisdom. The character is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.
• Must be available to film in San Diego, California.
• Previous acting experience is encouraged but not required.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

David – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray David, the victim’s ex-husband, in a dramatic reenactment. This featured role requires a convincing performance in an emotionally intense scene without scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David in a true crime reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Help bring authenticity to the recreation.

Requirements

• White male.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 40–50.
• Mustache preferred but not required.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $135 per day.