Los Angeles Kids Casting Calls

Job Description

Casting actors for the upcoming short film “3:15,” written and directed by Sejal Joshi. This project follows 21-year-old Norah as she confronts denial, change, and emotional growth after arriving at a doctor’s appointment that no longer exists.

The production is seeking New York–based actors of all genders, ages 18 and up, for principal and supporting roles. This is a local hire opportunity filming over select weekends in March.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a narrative short film

• Participate in rehearsals and filming (2–3 weekends in March)

• Deliver emotionally grounded and character-driven performances

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

Roles Available

Norah Lee (21)
Kind, optimistic, and afraid of change. A comedic yet emotionally honest Gen Z lead with strong physical comedy skills.

Becky (30s)
Overworked medical secretary and single mom. Practical, blunt, and exhausted with dry humor.

Harlow Conch (80s)
Sharp, warm, and candid elderly woman with emotional clarity.

Denise (20s–30s)
Efficient, upbeat nurse who keeps the office moving.

Linda (20s–30s)
Friendly medical staff member with natural ease.

Vivian (20s)
Organized and confident front-desk lead with slight theatrical flair.

Miranda (20s–30s)
Polite and attentive receptionist at Ridgewood Medical Center.

Waiting Room Patients (Various Ages)
Brief speaking roles reinforcing the passage of time and isolation.

Requirements

• New York local hire

• All genders welcome

• Ages 18+

• Available 2–3 weekends in March

• Submit headshot and resume

Compensation Details

• Independent short film production

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Kids & Teens With Special Skills for Biscuit Commercial

Job Description
A UK biscuit commercial is casting kids and teens aged 12+ (must visibly look 12 or older) with standout talents for a high-energy advertising campaign filming in London. Production is seeking skilled young performers who can showcase impressive abilities on camera. Talent can either attend the London shoot or submit existing UGC footage for consideration. This commercial casting call is open to dynamic young athletes, musicians, and performers ready to shine in a national campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform your featured skill on camera for a commercial shoot or UGC submission

• Bring strong personality, confidence, and energy to screen

• Follow direction from the commercial production team

• Wear your own wardrobe suitable for your skill performance

• Be available for filming in London if selected

Requirements

• Kids and teens aged 12+ (must visibly look 12 or older)

• Ideally based near London (exceptional talent may be considered from outside the area)

• Must have a high-level skill in one of the following areas:

  • Dancers (all styles, high ability)

  • Skilled rope skippers

  • Basketball players

  • Rhythmic gymnasts (ribbon skills)

  • Gymnasts

  • BMX riders

  • Skaters

  • Footballers with strong trick skills

  • Divers

  • Trampolinists

  • Yo-yo performers

  • Drummers or guitarists

  • Ice skaters

  • Field athletes (shot put, discus, hammer throw, pole vault)

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Able to submit UGC footage if not attending in person

Compensation

• £500 for children (inclusive of filming and UK usage)

• £750 for adults (inclusive of filming and UK usage)

• £500 per approved UGC clip used in final edit

• £35 recall fee (if applicable)

• £75 per travel day (if applicable, inclusive of child and parent travel)

• 12 months UK usage across all moving image and digital platforms

Stand-Ins for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is now casting stand-ins to work in Chicago and surrounding Illinois areas. Casting directors are seeking experienced stand-ins who closely match the height, weight, and complexion of principal actors to assist with lighting and camera blocking. This is a great opportunity for background actors looking to gain more on-set responsibility and hands-on production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal actors during lighting and camera setup

• Match the physical profile of assigned actor

• Take direction from the camera and lighting departments

• Remain patient and focused during technical setup

• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states

• Prior experience as an extra or stand-in preferred

• Ability to closely match one of the following looks:

  • Asian male, 20s–40s, 5’9”–5’11”, 155–175 lbs, dark hair

  • Caucasian male, 40s–60s, 5’8”–5’10”, 155–175 lbs, grey hair

• Must provide accurate height, weight, and current photo

• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity

• On-set experience with a professional TV production

• Opportunity to work closely with camera and lighting teams

Diner Patrons and Staff – Vertical Short Film

Job Description
Casting directors for the vertical short film Chef are seeking background actors to portray diner patrons and staff in Conyers, Georgia. Production is looking for men and women who can bring natural performances to casual dining scenes. This paid background role is perfect for local Atlanta-area talent ready to work in a professional short film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray diner patrons or staff in restaurant scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director

• React authentically during filming

• Maintain wardrobe and scene continuity

• Remain professional on set throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–50

• Must be local to the Conyers, GA area

• Available for the scheduled filming date

• Reliable transportation required

• Comfortable in a diner-style filming environment

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated

• One-day background role

• Paid opportunity in a scripted short film

Kitchen Staff – Vertical Short Film

Job Description
The vertical short film Chef is now casting men and women to portray kitchen staff in Duluth, Georgia. Production is seeking background actors who can authentically represent cooks and restaurant team members in a busy kitchen setting. This is a two-day booking, offering a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining experience in a scripted food-focused film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray kitchen staff in back-of-house restaurant scenes

• Follow direction for kitchen movement and blocking

• Maintain realistic, high-energy kitchen behavior

• Be available for both scheduled filming days

• Arrive prepared for long production hours

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–50

• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area

• Available for a two-day booking

• Reliable transportation required

• Comfortable working in a kitchen set environment

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated

• Two-day paid booking

• Background role in vertical short film

Restaurant Patrons and Staff – Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A new vertical short film titled Chef is casting background actors to portray restaurant patrons and staff in the Midtown Atlanta area near the Botanical Garden. Casting directors are seeking men and women who can bring authentic restaurant energy to screen in a fast-paced dining environment. This is a small-day shoot with paid background roles, ideal for talent looking to build on-set experience in a scripted short film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons or staff in dining scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• React naturally in a restaurant setting

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready for a full day of production

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–50

• Must be local to the Atlanta (Midtown) area

• Available for the scheduled filming day

• Reliable transportation required

• Comfortable working in a restaurant scene environment

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated

• Small-day background role

• One-day filming commitment

Young Justin – Handsome Leading Man Role

Job Description
A feature film is casting a handsome male actor with a classic leading-man look to portray “Young Justin” in A Christmas Kind of Love. Casting directors are seeking talent in their 20s to 30s who embody charm, confidence, and strong on-screen presence. Filming will take place in Slidell, Louisiana and New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to land a featured role in a romantic holiday film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Justin in a featured film role

• Deliver a natural, charismatic leading-man performance

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Attend scheduled fitting and filming days

• Maintain professionalism on set throughout production

Requirements

• Male, 20s–30s

• Classic leading-man look

• Strong on-camera presence

• Must be available for fitting and scheduled shoot dates

• Able to work in Slidell, LA and New Orleans, LA

Compensation

• Paid featured film role

• Opportunity to appear in a holiday romance feature

• On-set experience in a professional film production

Job Description

A student film production titled “Block Out The Noise” is seeking a male actor to portray the role of a Father (playing age late 20s to 30s). This project is part of a Trinity College student film production and offers performers the opportunity to collaborate on a dramatic short film.

The role requires strong improvisation skills, including the ability to perform an improvised fight scene as part of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of a father (late 20s–30s)

• Perform in both scripted and improvised scenes

• Improvise a staged fight sequence

• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming as required

• Collaborate with the student production team

Requirements

• Male actor, playing age late 20s to 30s

• Confident improvisation skills

• Comfortable performing a choreographed or improvised fight scene

• Professional, reliable, and collaborative

• Available to work in Dublin

Compensation Details

• Student film production

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Female Body Double for SAG Feature Film

Job Description
A SAG feature film is casting a female body double for a name star filming in Lexington, Kentucky. Production is seeking talent with a light or Asian skin tone who closely matches specific measurements for multiple shoot days. This body double role includes running and training sequences, along with a non-sexual waist-up topless scene portraying a marathon runner preparing for and undergoing her first mammogram. This is a strong opportunity for experienced film body doubles comfortable working on professional, union-backed productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for a lead actress in a SAG feature film

• Perform running, training, and race-related scenes

• Participate in a non-sexual waist-up topless scene

• Maintain physical continuity to match the principal actor

• Follow on-set direction from the director and production team

Requirements

• Female, light or Asian skin tone

• Height: 5’1”

• Dress size: Small/Medium (6/8 or 38/40)

• Shirt size: S/M or 38/40

• Pant size: 29” or 6/8

• Shoe size: 5.5–6

• Must be in good physical shape for running scenes

• Must be comfortable with a non-sexual topless scene

• Must work local to Lexington, Kentucky

Compensation

• $200 per day

• Multiple shoot days

• SAG feature film project

Bodyguards – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting directors for the vertical short film Ace: The Golf King’s Reconquest are seeking non-union male background actors to portray bodyguards in San Antonio, TX. Production is looking for talent with a strong, intimidating presence to enhance high-profile tournament scenes. This is a one-day background role for performers who can deliver a commanding on-screen look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional bodyguard in tournament scenes

• Maintain a serious, authoritative presence on camera

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Arrive prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Intimidating or strong physical presence preferred

• Must be local to San Antonio, TX

• Available for the specified one-day shoot

• Reliable transportation required

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $90 for 8 hours

• Non-union background rate

• One-day filming commitment