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Daisy Ridley Reveals “No one wants to employ me” After Star Wars

Daisy Ridley reveals the difficulties of building an acting career after appearing in Star Wars.

Daisy Ridley hit the jackpot after appear in the latest Star Wars trilogy. However, the actress struggled to find work after landing the acting job.

Ridley became a household name after playing Rey in the rebooted Star Wars movies, which ended with 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. But she found herself auditioning for roles in early 2020 and getting very few acting offers.

“Weirdly, at the beginning of the year, nothing was coming through,” Ridley told Entertainment Weekly.

“I was like, ‘Aww! No one wants to employ me’… There were actually loads of things that I auditioned for at the beginning of the year and didn’t get any of them.”

She added: “I had that moment of, ‘Oh my god!’ and then just thought, ‘Everything in its right time.'”

Ridley says she struggled for work, and then the Coronavirus Pandemic took hold of the entertainment industry and shut down everything. The COVID-19 lockdown allowed her to finally “process” exiting the franchise. “To be forced to slow down, it was good mentally for me because [Star Wars was] a big thing in my life,” she said.

“To be forced to slow down, it was good mentally for me because [Star Wars was] a big thing in my life,” she said.

Other than the Star Wars franchise, Ridley appeared in 2017’s Murder on the Orient Express and voiced a rabbit in 2018’s Peter Rabbit.

Ridley will star alongside Tom Holland in the movie Chaos Walking, which finished filming in 2017 but was forced tow hit years in development to complete reshoots due to the franchise schedules of Ridley and Holland. So far, that movie will not be released until 2021.

In related Star Wars news, George Lucas reportedly wants to direct a new ‘Star Wars’ trilogy.

According to reports, George Lucas wants to direct a new, original ‘Star Wars’ trilogy. We Got This Covered reports the world-renowned filmmaker would like to develop and run it for LucasFilm. However, only under the condition, the company’s current leader Kathleen Kennedy is not involved in the project.

Lucas reportedly does not have a great relationship with Kennedy at the moment. He blames her for “ruining” the trilogy and supposedly wants to become more involved with his franchise in the future.

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$3,750 Commercial Casting Call for Lead Roles

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A commercial is now holding auditions for lead roles with compensation over $3,000 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on
Producers are seeking the following types:

  • 40+ FIT PERSON (KETO) – Male or female with GYMNAST BACKGROUND – Needs to be able to do a backbend and come up from a backbend
  • ROLLER SKATER-30-50 years old-Male or female, age 30s and older who can roller skate (YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN SKATES)

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Commercial Casting Call

NON-UNION COMMERCIAL CASTING
DO NOT SUBMIT IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ALL DATES:
AUDITION DATES: JULY 27th and 28th
CALL BACK DATES: JULY 30th
FITTINGS: o/a AUGUST 4th
SHOOT DATES: AUGUST 6th
SHOOT LOCATION: NEW ORLEANS, LA

NOTE: Seeking Energetic Fun Unique People of all races, sizes, male and female who will bring their own personality to the table

40+ FIT PERSON (KETO) – Male or female with GYMNAST BACKGROUND – Needs to be able to do a backbend and come up from a backbend

ROLLER SKATER-30-50 years old-Male or female, age 30s and older who can roller skate (YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN SKATES)

SUBMISSIONS SHOULD BE SENT TO [email protected] SUBJECT LINE SHOULD BE WHICH ROLE YOU ARE SUBMITTING FOR
All submissions should include
YOUR NAME
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CITY,STATE OF RESIDENCE
CLEAR AND RECENT HEAD SHOT AND FULL BODY PHOTO
RATES:
FITTING FEE: $50/hour or flat fee as long as it’s under 8 hours and at least minimum wage/hour
VIDEO SESSION FEE: $500 to be paid within 10 business days of session completion.
STILLS SESSION FEE: $250 to be paid within 10 business days of session completion.
VIDEO BUYOUT/USE FEE: $ 2000 to be paid within 10 business days of first use date, only if performer makes final edit. STILLS BUYOUT/USE FEE: $ 1000 to be paid within 10 business days of first use date, only if performer makes final edit.

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Hallmark TV Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” Open Casting Call

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Hallmark TV Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” casting information.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Ottawa, Canada this August 2020. 

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Partygoers
  • Carribean Beach Goers
  • Carolers
  • Passerbys
  • and More!

About “Once Upon a Christmas”:

Hallmark describes the plotline as follows: Santa’s daughter must infuse a spoiled family with holiday spirit or Christmas will be gone forever. Stars Kathy Ireland and John Dye.”

How to apply:

To audition for a role in “Once Upon a Christmas” a Hallmark Christmas movie, check out the casting call breakdown below.

“Once Upon a Christmas” Casting Call

Featured Roles

Background Opportunities Available – Once Upon a Christmas

Open to Ontario residents only.

Please email [email protected] with the following information

Name, Phone, Email, Union Status, Residency, Recent Photo

Sunday, August 9th

1x Passerby

  • Male preferred, all ethnicities

Monday, August 10th

2x Caribbean Beach Goers

  • All genders & ethnicities
  • 20-35, Fit
  • No or minimally visible tattoos

Tuesday, August 11th

3x Partygoers

  • Males preferred, all ethnicities

5x Carolers

  • All genders & ethnicities

Wednesday, August 12th

2x Passerbys

  • All genders, non-caucasian ethnicities preferred.

Subject to ACTRA Preference of Engagement

Thanks

Open Casting Call

The following post is in regards to background opportunities on the set of Once Upon a Christmas.
You must be 100% available for the entire day when submitting for a project.
Open to Ontario Residents only.
Performers on August 3rd, 4th, & 5th are required by production to get Covid tested 2-10 days prior to their shooting date. An additional $30 will be paid out to each performer for this inconvenience.
Please email [email protected] with the following information if you believe you fit the criteria needed below.
Name
Age (Only Apply if you are within the age range stated)
Phone Number
Email
Residency (i.e. Ottawa)
Union Status
Recent Photo
Tuesday August 4th (Testing Required) **OVERNIGHT SHOOT
1 x Partygoer
25+, Male
Ethnicity Preferred

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Speaking Role Atlanta Auditions for an Upcoming Commercial (Pay is $300/Day)

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Speaking role acting audition for upcoming commercial filming outside of Atlanta, Georgia.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Alpharetta, Georgia this Tuesday, August 4th.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Seeking woman age 30-45 for speaking commercial role August 4th Tuesday for half day in Alpharetta, GA. Comp $300.

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Commercial Casting Call

Seeking woman age 30-45 for speaking commercial role August 4th Tuesday for half day in Alpharetta, GA. Comp $300.
If interested please send headshot to [email protected]

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Toyota Commercial Casting Call for Real Couples

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Toyota commercial is now casting couples in Vancouver

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Vancouver, Canada this August 14th to the 18th.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Same sex female couple, all ethnicities
    1) Real Couple: Aged 30-50
  • Broad range of couples to audition. Same race or inter-racial, we’d love to meet you!
  • 1) Real Couple. Aged mid 30’s to mid 40’s

    2) Real Couple. Aged mid 50’s to mid 60’s

How to audition:

To audition for a role in the upcoming Toyota Commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Toyota Commercial Casting Call

Same-Sex Female Couples Casting Call

CASTING CALL / OPEN CALL!
REAL COUPLES!
TOYOTA
Union
VANCOUVER CASTING
Casting Director

Auditions
Tuesday July 28, 2020 to Friday July 31, 2020

Call Backs
Tuesday August 4, 2020 AND AUG. 5TH

Shooting Starts
Friday August 14, 2020 to Tuesday August 18, 2020

LOOKING FOR: Same sex female couple, all ethnicities
1) Real Couple: Aged 30-50

How to Submit:
Send to: [email protected] with TOYOTA in the Subject Line
Please send recent photos of the two of you, and tell us a little bit about yourselves!
Please also include your phone numbers and ages.

IMPORTANT! As we do not regularly monitor comments on this page, Please direct any questions by email to [email protected]. The Vancouver Casting Team will be happy to help you.

PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD IF YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO MIGHT LIKE TO AUDITION!
Thank you! ❤
Vancouver Casting

NOTE: Your safety is important to us. In person auditions following all Covid 19 Safety protocols. We will also be accepting self tapes.

Couples Casting Call

CASTING CALL / OPEN CALL!
REAL COUPLES!
TOYOTA
Union
VANCOUVER CASTING
Casting Director
Auditions
Tuesday July 28, 2020 to Friday July 31, 2020

Call Backs
Tuesday August 4, 2020 AND AUG. 5TH

Shooting Starts
Friday August 14, 2020 to Tuesday August 18, 2020

LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a broad range of couples to audition. Same race or inter-racial, we’d love to meet you!
1) Real Couple. Aged mid 30’s to mid 40’s
2) Real Couple. Aged mid 50’s to mid 60’s

How to Submit:
Send to: [email protected] with TOYOTA in the Subject Line
Please send recent photos of the two of you, and tell us a little bit about yourselves!
Please also include your phone numbers and ages.

NOTE: Your safety is important to us. In person auditions following all Covid 19 Safety protocols. We will also be accepting self tapes.

IMPORTANT! As we do not regularly monitor comments on this page, Please direct any questions by email to [email protected]. The Vancouver Casting Team will be happy to help you.

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Netflix is Now Hiring People To Work From Home

Netflix is now hiring people to work from home.

Are you looking for a new career? Do you want to work from home? If so, Netflix is now hiring to work from home.

Netflix is now hiring talent to join their ART TRAINEE PROGRAM. According to the job posting, Netflix is launching the Emerging Animation Talent Program in Art Specializing in Prop Design for Animation.

“The Program will provide an opportunity for participants to hone their craft with the mentorship of some of the Animation industries’ most talented artists. You’ll be welcomed into the Global Animation Community, make connections, get the experience you need, and if all goes to plan, this may lead to a job offer on one of our productions.

“This is not going to be easy, good things seldom are, but it will be rewarding. You’ll complete the program as a better artist than when you entered. If you are not afraid to work hard, be open to feedback, and really dig into this opportunity, we invite you to please apply.”

 

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Special event of Netflix’s new movie “The Irishman” at Kanyon Shopping Mall. ISTANBUL / TURKEY – NOVEMBER 26, 2019. (Editorial credit: kcube / Shutterstock.com)
Why Prop Design and what will I be doing as an Art Trainee for Prop Design?
    • This role will expose you to the iterative nature of animation art by offering the candidate the opportunity to stretch their imagination to create prop variations based on a production’s Art Direction.
    • As a trainee you’ll be assigned to one of our shows as a full-time team member and will be mentored by one, or more, of our Netflix Animation team members to guide you with the goal of becoming a production-ready artist.
    • You’ll be given the opportunity to learn about how your role fits into the overall Animation production pipeline and how to create under production-paced deadlines
ART TRAINEE PROGRAM TIMELINE:
Portfolio Submission Deadline: Open throughout 2021*
As Netflix Animation’s shows begin production at various times throughout the year, we’ll be offering multiple Trainee opportunities throughout 2021. That being the case, Trainee start dates will be determined by show need as opposed to a predetermined calendar.
    • Finalists Notified according to the production need
    • Program Duration: 4 months
      • Exact dates to be determined – Please refer to the FAQ’s
WHAT NETFLIX IS LOOKING FOR:
    • Emerging artists from all backgrounds who have a passion for animation and want to further hone their skills with the mentorship of Netflix Animation’s industry experts.
    • Those with less than 18 months of experience in an Animation Industry Art role.
    • You must be over 18 years of age to participate.
    • A college degree or advanced education is not a requirement.
    • International applications will be accepted, but please be aware that international employment regulations and/or Netflix own production demands may restrict employment opportunities to US-based talent
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUBMIT IN YOUR APPLICATION:
    • Links to your website or other social media that demonstrate your craft in Prop Design.
      • Great art comes in many forms! If you need some ideas for how to present your prop designs, you could include rough sketches, cleaned up linework, full turnarounds, and fully colored designs.
      • Both 2D (hand-drawn, Photoshop, etc.) or CG are acceptable, but please keep in mind the majority of our productions currently underway are Traditional (2D).
      • Don’t forget to include your password if your site is password protected.
    • Don’t have any prop designs yet? Here’s an art prompt to help build your portfolio (optional):
      • Items found in a child’s school lunch; a sandwich (whatever you choose between two slices of bread), a piece of fruit (apple, orange, etc.), a treat (cupcake, cookie, etc.) and a container (lunch bag, bento box, etc.) but we are open to other submitted work too.
    • When submitting your designs, please make sure they’re all included in a single .PDF file (multiple pages are OK!)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
  • Q: When will be the deadline for submission on the Art Trainee Program?
    • A: We recognize that not having an end date for our submission period may be a little different from other programs offered in the Animation community. We’re hoping to provide as many opportunities to Art Trainees as possible beginning this Fall and into 2021. We will be evaluating portfolios throughout 2021. As we strive to always be better, we will re-evaluate this methodology as the year draws to a close. When we decide on a deadline, we will communicate to applicants well in advance of those changes taking effect.
  • Q: When is the Start Date?
    • A: Start Dates will vary depending on the needs of our productions. We will continue to send emails updating you on the status of your application throughout the year into 2021.
  • Q: What style should I be submitting for my application (2D or CG)?
    • A: Given that Netflix Animation has no set studio look/style, we are open to all from stylistic and cartoony to more realistic. This is your opportunity to showcase your skills and unique style. Both 2D (hand drawn, Photoshop, etc.) or for CG are acceptable, but please keep in mind the majority of our productions currently underway are Traditional Animation (2D).
  • Q: Is this a paid position?
    • A: Yes, this is a full-time, paid position.
  • Q: Is the Art Prompt a test?
    • A: This is not a test as any artwork submitted will not be used to cast candidates for a particular role within the studio, but rather it is a way for candidates to show their creativity. We wanted to offer guidelines and context on how to submit artwork via an art prompt, in part democratizing the information for self-taught artists who may not have access to this information. Please know that the creation of unique artwork is optional and is not required.
  • Q: Will I receive feedback on my submission?
    • A: Due to the high volume of applicants, we are unable to provide feedback at this time. However, you will be notified if you will not be moving forward in a timely manner.
  • Q: What are we assessing in portfolios?
    • A: The technical skills we are looking for in your art consist of: perspective, shape use, appealing silhouette, cohesive shape language, clean line work, and strong draftsmanship.
  • Q: Will I need to relocate to Los Angeles if selected? Are relocation/housing expenses covered?
    • A: Given the current state around COVID-19, all candidates will be asked to work remotely. Should this situation change, you will need to relocate to the Los Angeles area and be subject to Visa and US Immigration requirements and restrictions. Relocation/housing expenses are not covered at this time.
  • Q: If I get rejected, can I reapply with an updated portfolio?
    • A: Yes, please do! We love seeing new art 🙂
  • Q: Will there more than just Prop Design offered in this Art Trainee program?
    • At this time, we will only offer Prop Design Trainee opportunities.
  • Q: I’ve got a great idea for a film/series…can I include my pitch materials with my application?
    • A: The Netflix Emerging Animation Talent program is dedicated to helping those with limited production experience to improve their skills. We totally understand and appreciate you may want to use this opportunity to submit your great ideas for a series or feature. Unfortunately, we cannot and do not accept or review any unsolicited materials. Unsolicited materials will be deleted.

In related news, TikTok is looking for people to “Identify, conceptualize, implement, measure and improve end-to-end projects in the area of ​​talent development by utilizing various tools of talent management.”

TikTok is turning unknown talent into Hollywood stars. TikTok currently has 120 million users in the United States, and the video-sharing app is known becoming known as a great way for unknown actors, models, and talent to get discovered. Moreover, the valuable marketing platform for brands seeking to capture the eyes and minds of Generation Z.

Internet Commercial Casting Call for Veterans (Pay is $3,000)

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An internet company commercial is now casting real veterans in Atlanta, Georgia and Orlando, Florida.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Orlando, Florida sometime between August 5th and 7th.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Casting veterans, 22-30 years old, for a confidential internet company to portray a “welcome home” scene.

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming internet commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Internet Commercial Casting Call

Casting veterans, 22-30 years old, for a confidential internet company to portray a “welcome home” scene. If candidates have a younger brother, ages 16-18, we would love to have them film together. They should be located in/near the Atlanta, GA or Orlando, FL areas.
Interested candidates should email [email protected]

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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40 TV Shows That Have Stopped Filming Due to Surging COVID-19 Deaths in Los Angeles

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Due to a surge in COVID-19 infections and deaths in Los Angeles, California, several TV shows delayed their return to production after the holiday break.

Studios are responding to the Los Angeles County Department of Health plea to the film industry to shut down productions for a few weeks during the ongoing surge of coronavirus infections. Studios reviewed their production schedules including talent availability, to see if they could shut down.

According to Deadline, here’s a list of TV shows, which stopped filming due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 surge in Los Angeles, California.

  1. The Goldbergs
  2. Atypical
  3. Jeopardy!
  4. Wheel of Fortune
  5. Grey’s Anatomy
  6. Station 19
  7. American Housewife
  8. Black-is
  9. Mixed-is
  10. Rebel
  11. This is Us
  12. 9-1-1
  13. 9-1-1: Lone Star
  14. Last Man Standing
  15. American Crime Story: Impeachment
  16. American Horror Story
  17. Mayans M.C.
  18. Big Shot
  19. The Orville
  20. Love, Victor
  21. Mr. Mayor
  22. Kenan
  23. Good Girls
  24. Never Hav I Ever
  25. Hacks
  26. Brooklyn Nine-Nine
  27. All American
  28. Bob Loves Abishola
  29. B Positive
  30. Mom
  31. Shameless
  32. You
  33. Lucifer
  34. Young Sheldon
  35. The Ellen DeGeneres Show
  36. NCIS
  37. NCIS: Los Angeles
  38. Seal Team
  39. Why Women Kill
  40. Diary of a Future President

It is important to note, most of these shows plan on resuming filming between January 11th and January 22nd.

(November 2, 2020)17 TV shows, and movies now filming in Los Angeles

Los Angeles currently has five feature films, five movies and seven reality shows filming this November 2020. According to FilmLA, the city and county’s film permit office, reveals the following list of productions now filming in LA.

TV Shows

Feature Films

  • Limbo
  • Soggy Bottom
  • Waking Up Dead
  • Without Remorse
  • Night Teeth

Reality Shows

  • Dancing with the Stars
  • Dog Impossible
  • The Con
  • Wheeler Dealers
  • Botched
  • Celebrity IOU
  • Guy’s Grocery Games Delivery

Commercials shooting around Los Angeles include ads for NFL, Facebook, Bank of America, Toyota, Nissan, CIGNA and Harry & David.

FilmLA president Paul Audley says there is “No way it will be back at normal numbers this year, or until next spring at the earliest.”

There could be other productions now filming but, FilmLA data does not include production filming in certified sound stages or on-location in jurisdictions not served by the agency.

Here are the nine next movies to film in California.

(UPDATE: August 17, 2020) The Coronavirus is creating a frustrating atmosphere for filmmakers across the country. Hollywood is attempting to resume production amid new safety procedures. Now, nine new features are planning to film in California.

The California Film Commission has announced its latest round of movies that the state selected to receive film tax credits from the state’s incentives program. The four studio and five independent titles include Russo brothers action-thriller Gray Man, Jessica Chastain drama Losing Clementine, Octavia Spencer sci-fi movie Invasion, and a currently untitled Jordan Peele movie.

Other productions include Phil Lord and Chris Miller horror movie Sweetwater, which centers around the first African American basketball players in the NBA.

Gray Man is a major production starring Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. The Netflix project is a huge win for California, which lost many major productions to Georgia and the United Kingdom, who both provide more lucrative film tax credits. The movie is expected to bring $102 million in wages and other qualified expenditures.

Nine films are set to generate $284 million in state expenditures. They are expected to hire 1,340 crew, 342 cast members, and 14,397 background actors and stand-ins over the course of 374 filming days in California.

Independent projects include Losing Clementine, Nightfall, and Sweetwater and were in the under $10 million-and-under qualified spending category, which saves funds specifically for lower-budget indie films.

“After announcing two relocating TV series earlier this month, our new tax credit program continues to get off to a great start with today’s list of film projects,” said California film commission executive director Colleen Bell. “Production activity is ramping back up in California amid COVID-19 with safety remaining a top priority, and Program 3.0 is attracting the kind of big-budget films that will generate a considerable amount of jobs and in-state spending.”

Here’s the full list of movies filming in California this Fall 2020

  1. Faster, Cheaper, Better
  2. Gray Man
  3. Invasion
  4. Losing Clementine
  5. Nightfall
  6. Sweetwater
  7. Untitled DOR
  8. Untitled Jimmy Warden Project
  9. Untitled Jordan Peele Project
Here are the 12 movies set to film in California this summer 2020.

The California Film Commission announced on Monday they have 12 feature films that were selected to receive film tax credits in the state with California’s film incentives program, which starts on July 1st.

According to reports, four independent movies and eight feature films were selected. Among those selected include Universal Pictures’ sequel ‘Half Baked 2’, Sylvester Stallone and Michael Bay’s ‘Little America, Fox’s ‘Lady of the House’, and Amazon’s Untitled Project starring Cate Blanchett and written by Aaron Sorkin. Other projects include a transgender teen drama ‘Moonshadow’ and Asian family drama series ‘Ashes to Oceans’.

The Hollywood Reporter reports over 50 projects applied for film tax credits from March 9th to March 13th. Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic delayed the announcement several months but, the news illustrates Hollywood is ready to get back to work.

The California Film Commission has set aside $40.2 million in film tax credit for the 12 films. Together, a 12 movies are expected to generate $225 million in qualified spendings in California. In addition, the projects should hire approximately 1,745 crew, 543 cast members, and 14,668 background actors and stand-ins. They will also generate significant postproduction jobs for California talents.

“Program 2.0 has accomplished precisely what it was designed to do, from creating high-wage jobs to encouraging more out-of-zone production,” said California Film Commission executive director Colleen Bell. “As the industry begins to rebound from COVID-19, the launch of Program 3.0 will help continue to ensure that California provides an unparalleled value.”

“As a project with many trans and other gender non-confirming creative team members, cast and crew, it was essential for Moonshadow production to be based in a progressive state,” EP Jude Harris said Monday. “California’s tax credit program is making it possible for us to generate jobs and production spending here at home while working in a supportive environment.”

Over the last five years, the new program has given film tax credits to 243 movies and projects and generated an estimated $11 billion in overall spending, including $4 billion in qualified wages to below-the-line employees and $3.7 billion to state companies.

Here’s the full list of movies to film in California this Summer 2020

Ashes to Oceans

The Black Hole

Dog

Dead Dads Club

Half Baked 2 

According to a 2019 report, a sequel to the 1998 stoner comedy will star Justin Hires. Hires, who is most known for his work on ‘MacGyver’ announced on Instagram confirming reports, “Excited to announce I’ll be writing the sequel to Half Baked,” he says. “Yes I know the original is a classic and yes this sequel will be [fire] because I’m writing it. Oh yeah, I write screenplays too.”

The sequel will follow the son of Dave Chappelle’s character from the original movie. No other details were released. It is important to note, reports suggest Dave Chappelle will not be involved in the sequel.

Lady of the House

Disney/Fox 1992 set Florida drama

Little America

Action feature film from Michael Bay and starring Sylvester Stallone

Live Feed

Moonshadow

A transgender teen drama

Pursuit

The Test

Untitled Lucy and Desi Project

From Aaron Sorkin and will star Cate Blanchett as the legendary and loved comedian, Lucy.

In related news, the Coronavirus has shaken up Georgia’s film industry. That said, Georgia’s film industry is on track for a come back. According to a statement by Gov. Brian Kemp, an estimated 40,000 production workers will find jobs at 75 projects, which are expected to start filming over the next 18 months.

The estimate will also impact other second-line businesses including 17,000 Georgia businesses. These production companies have added a huge impact on Georgia’s economy. In fact, in 2019, nearly 400 movies and TV shows filmed in Georgia impacting 3,040 motion picture and television industry businesses.

“Production companies want to be in Georgia and create tens of thousands of jobs for workers across the state, and today’s announcement is welcome news as we continue safely reopening our state,”  Governor Kemp said. “I thank the Georgia Film Office for their work during the pandemic, and I thank the production companies who always vowed to return to Georgia when the time was right for them to safely get back to work.”

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Denny’s Commercial Nationwide Open Casting Call

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An upcoming Denny’s commercial is now casting families across America.

Casting directors are looking for existing photos of families eating at Denny’s restaurant with hopes of recreating the photo in your own home. The photo would ideally have been taking several years ago. This is open to anyone in the United States.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Photos of a family eating at Denny’s

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming Denny’s print job, check out the casting call.

Denny’s Casting Call

I’m casting Denny’s print job and we are looking to find EXISTING photos of families eating at Denny’s restaurant, so we can recreate the photo in your own home. The photo would have ideally been taken several years previously so we can see the growth within the family. We will have you recreate the same photo but at your own home, and we will provided Denny’s food to accompany it:). Open to anywhere in the USA as you will be at home. If anyone has any leads on this or has a family photo to share, I would love to hear from you. There is pay! Email [email protected] attn Karen, thank you!

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls

Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Toronto Auditions: Snack Food Commercial is Now Casting Kids (Pay is $2,000)

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An upcoming snack food commercial is now casting kids in Toronto, Canada.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in Toronto, Canada this July.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • SEEKING OUTGOING CHILDREN, 5-8 YRS OLD AND THEIR PARENT IN THE GREATER TORONTO AND SURROUNDING (HAMILTON-BARRIE-OSHAWA) AREA.

How to apply:

To audition for the upcoming snack food advertising campaign, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Food Advertising Campaign Casting Call

CASTING REAL PEOPLE
RECEIVE $1000-2000 PER PERSON, IF SELECTED
WE’RE SEEKING OUTGOING CHILDREN, 5-8 YRS OLD AND THEIR PARENT IN THE GREATER TORONTO AND SURROUNDING (HAMILTON-BARRIE-OSHAWA) AREA.
SELECTED APPLICANTS WILL BE FEATURED IN AN INCREDIBLY FUN AND CLEVER HEALTHY SNACK FOOD ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE APPLY HERE ASAP
PLEASE NOTE:
– Strict COVID-19 safety protocol will be adhered to during the production of this commercial and it will be produced in accordance with public health guidelines at the time of filming.
– To apply, you and your child MUST be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
– If shortlisted for this project, you and your child MUST be available for a brief video conference interview with the director on July 2nd.
– If selected for this project, you MUST be available July 8th-10th AND July 25th-26th for ONE day of filming during each window.
– If selected for the project, each individual will receive $500 per day of filming, plus $1000 if your footage makes the final commercial. If filming takes place in your home, you will receive an additional $500.
– This is a non-union commercial. We encourage submissions from people with no acting experience.
IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE JULY 2ND.
THANKS FOR APPLYING!

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Major Video Game Console Commercial Casting Call for Gamers

A major video game console is now casting gamers in Los Angeles and London.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming this June and July.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • Looking for gamers, 18-28 years old.
  • men or women that are currently located in LA or London, for a hero role. 2-3 work dates between 6/29 and 7/24.

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming video game commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Video Game Console Commercial Casting Call

GAMERS:
Casting a SAG commercial for a major video game console. Looking for gamers, 18-28 years old.
We need men or women that are currently located in LA or London, for a hero role. 2-3 work dates between 6/29 and 7/24.
Please email a photo and your location to [email protected] if interested and I will give you the fees and usage info.
A positive voice inside the gaming community and/or a strong history of being socially conscious is a big plus. Thanks!

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Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Jamie Foxx Mike Tyson Biopic is Officially Moving Forward

Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in an upcoming biopic.

Jamie Foxx is getting ready for what could potentially be another Oscar-winning biopic. The actor confirmed he will star as Mike Tyson in an upcoming film.

“It’s a definitive yes,” Foxx said in an interview on Wednesday (June 17). “Doing biographies is a tough things sometimes it takes 20 years to get ’em done but we officially got the real ball rolling.”

Foxx said he can’t wait to show a different side of the boxing champ.“We want to show everybody evolves, everybody comes from a good or bad place. I think everybody, young and old, will be able to understand this man’s journey.”

To get into character, Jamie Foxx has started a daily work out which includes 60 pull ups, 60 dis, and 100 pushups. “What we’re doing is, we’re changing the body,” Foxx said while showing photos of his bulked up body.  He added technology will be used to help him fully transform into Mike Tyson.

 

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Tyler Perry Will Pay The College Tuition for Rayshard Brooks’ Children

In an essay published in People magazine, Tyler Perry wrote his thoughts on racial injustice and police brutality in America.

“I’m exhausted from all the hate and the division, the vitriol that I see online from one to another,” the filmmaker writes. “I’m exhausted from seeing these kinds of senseless murders play out over and over again with nothing changing in our society.”

Tyler Perry wrote on various topics ranging from George Floyd, a Black man who was killed after a white Minnesota police officer kneeled on his neck for 8 minutes and 46 setons. He also discussed getting stopped and frisked in New Orleans and Atlanta.

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“The level of racism and brutality that George Floyd faced is something that we as black people know all too well,” he wrote. “When I saw that video, I had so many raw, guttural emotions. I felt for him and his family. I felt for all of us as black people. I felt for my 5-year-old son.”

Tyler Perry is considering how to explain racism to his 5-year-old son. He says he wants to inspire hope.

“Looking at his young face, I often ask myself how to broach this conversation: How will I explain that even though Mr. Rogers once said, ‘Look for the helpers,’ sometimes those very helpers will judge his skin before they recognize his humanity,” he wrote.

“I know that as his father, a black man in America, it is my duty to prepare him for the harsh reality that awaits him outside of the watchful eyes of his loving parents. It will be a hard, heartbreaking conversation, but one that I must have and will have soon.”

Tyler Perry offers to pay for all funeral expenses for the family of Rayshard Brooks, according to the family’s attorney. Tyler Perry will also pay college tuition for Rayshard Brooks’ chidden.

“Support like that, people who are actually in the community that love the community that wants healing, and families like this should never have to go through something like this. It’s a step forward, and we want to thank him,” the Brooks family attorney Chris Stewart said. 

An Atlanta police officer killed Brooks on Friday after officers responded to a call about a man sleeping in a car at a Wendy’s restaurant.

Brook’s death sparked protests across Atlanta, Georgia.

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Looking for a Job? NBC is Now Hiring People To Work From Home

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NBC’s Judge Jerry is now hiring people to work from home as a Travel Coordinator.

Millions of Americans are currently unemployed or underemployed due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic. As a result, Americans are currently looking for new careers or job opportunities during this “new normal”. Now, NBCUniversal is now hiring people to work from home as a “Travel Coordinator”.

According to the job posting, NBCUniversal is now hiring a Travel Coordinator for the series “Judge Jerry”. “Coordinator to facilitate all aspects of travel for the show staff and guests. This position will report to the Executive in Charge and Line Producer. This is a Run of Show position that has an anticipated end date of November 2020.”

Job Responsibilities include the following:

· Book show guest and staff travel
· Work closely with the production team in the guest booking process
· Track all travel costs
· Work closely with the travel agent to book airfare
· Manage show’s travel PAs

To Apply, Click Here.

You can find a full list of NBCUniversal jobs here

In relevant news, Amazon is now hiring people to work from home. Are you looking for a job to work from home? Amazon is now hiring people to remotely for its customer service department. Amazon is looking to hire some work-from-home jobs for its customer service department.

Not the gig for you? Amazon has more than 200 other job postings in their “virtual” category, meaning all of them are remote work you can do from home. Some may be specific to certain areas, so be sure to read the entire job posting before applying. From human resources to sales and even leadership training, be sure to browse them all if you’re looking for an at-home job.

Miami Jobs: Women’s Product Commercial (Pay is $750/Day)

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A women’s product commercial is now casting lead roles in Miami, Florida.

Casting directors are now hiring actors, models, and talent to work on July 7th in Miami, Florida.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • LEAD ROLE:
    Beautiful girl 20-25 years old, nice, beautiful smile, expressive,
    approachable look, has to know how to act. LATIN LOOK, know how to do yoga poses.
  • ANNOYING FRIEND:
    Language: English (fluent)
    Funny girl, almost a comedian, 20-25 years old looking, has to know how to act.
    LATIN LOOK, has to know how to do yoga poses.

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming women’s product commercial, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Miami Casting Call

Miami – Women’s Product Commercial
We are having a pre-selected casting by pictures and/or videos only.
The selected talent may be called to come to the office to do an
audition in person or will be called via zoom or Google Hangouts, or other.
Shoot day July 7 2020, Rate $750
send pics and phone to [email protected]
LEAD ROLE:
Beautiful girl 20-25 years old, nice, beautiful smile, expressive,
approachable look, has to know how to act. LATIN LOOK, know how to do yoga poses.
ANNOYING FRIEND:
Language: English (fluent)
Funny girl, almost a comedian, 20-25 years old looking, has to know how to act.
LATIN LOOK, has to know how to do yoga poses.

Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.

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Coronavirus: Chicago Film Office To Resume Issuing Film Permits

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The Chicago Film Office announced this week they would start issuing film permits.

City officials announced Chicago’s health metrics are on track for a transition from Phase 2 (Stay at Home) to Phase 3 (Cautiously Reopen) in early June. As a result, some of the city’s services will increase operations.  As a result, the Chicago Film Office will start issuing film permits starting June 15, 2020, for productions with crews with ten or fewer people. “We are working with the Illinois Film Office to develop these guidelines further for when larger film production can resume safely. At this time, some support services from the City of Chicago may be limited.”

“We are working to create specific guidance so that we can provide more details as to what services we will be able to provide either online or in-person in Phase 3,” the Chicago film office website says. “This will include details such as how to engage in healthy interactions between workers and residents, how to maintain safe working spaces and conditions, and how to design and monitor workplace operations to create flexibility and further safety for employees and residents.”

In relevant news, Georgia Film Officials report more TV shows and movies could film in the Peach State as the state is reportedly recovering faster than others.

Lee Thomas is the deputy Commissioner of the Georgia Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. She says more TV shows and film projects could come to Georgia as the Peach State recovers from the Coronavirus faster than other states.

Thomas provided an update on Georgia’s film industry on June 2 at a virtual luncheon near the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber.

Thomas reportedly discussed how California and New York are severely impacted by the Coronavirus, which allows Georgia to beat their competitors. “There were projects that had stages they had holds on starting in late summer, but the projects in those stages beforehand haven’t finished their work yet. It’s going to be interesting how these sound stages can accommodate all the projects coming in, not only the projects coming back but also the new ones scheduled.

“We’ll also get even more projects coming from other states because Georgia is reopening faster than other states. … We also have all these new streaming services’ projects.”

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Spotify is Now Hiring People to Work From Home

Spotify is now hiring people to work from home

Are you looking for a job in the music industry? How about working for Spotify? If so, then this job is for you.

The music streaming giant, Spotify, is now hiring Senior Creative Podcast Producer.

According to the job posting, “the producer will work with external production companies to develop and produce podcast concepts conceived by our internal teams as well as oversee development and production of concepts originated from external partners. This role is LA-based but one can work remotely for now.”

Spotify describes their company as “You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.”

Job Responsibilities include:

  • Provide creative direction and notes on outlines, scripts, and episodes cuts to external partners
  • Manage relationships with talent and their representatives
  • Take both internal and external pitches
  • Work closely with internal teams including project management, marketing, communications, insights, programming, and other key stakeholders, during all stages of production
  • Contribute fresh ideas, concepts, and formats toward the continued development of content for Spotify’s house studio
  • Work closely with senior management on content strategy as it evolves along with Spotify’s house studio
  • Manage coordinators and associate producers

Job qualifications include:

  • 5+ years experience in both the audio and TV and/or film space
  • Experience in managing creative teams coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Possess strong writing skills
  • Passionate and knowledgeable about the podcasting medium, with ideas for how to innovate and create hit shows that break the mold
  • Have a deep interest and knowledge into a range of topics and podcast formats from pop culture to politics and true crime to talk
  • Low ego, detail and solutions-oriented person adept at managing multiple stakeholders both internal and external (including celebrity talent) and navigating a multitude of personality types
  • Hands-on audio production skills are a plus but not necessary

To Apply, Click Here

In relevant news, Victoria’s Secret is now hiring people to work from home.

Are you looking for a new career? Do you want to work from home? If so, Victoria’s Secret is now hiring to work from home.

Victoria’s Secret is now hiring Virtual Customer Service Representatives to assist Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works customers. If done well, strong candidates will be offered regular on-going employment after training.

According to the job posting, Victoria’s Secret “Virtual Seasonal Customer Service Representatives take incoming calls or emails or chats from our customers who may have questions concerning lost packages, exchanges/returns, shipping information, billing and a variety of other concerns. They also assist our customers with ordering, sizing, checking availability and navigating our website. Every contact requires you to utilize selling skills to make effective recommendations to assist our customers. Our Customer Care Specialists must act in a timely, tactful and professional manner at all times.”

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Williams-Sonoma is Now Hiring People to Work From Home

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Williams-Sonoma is now hiring people to work from home as customer service representatives.

Do you have a good eye for fashion and interior decorating? If so, then this job opportunity is perfect for you.

Williams-Sonoma is now hiring customer service representatives to work from home in 7 different states.

Customer Service Agent is one of the first people customers come in contact with to resolve returns, replacements, and other issues they may have about Williams-Sonoma products and services.

The jobs are located in Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina and Ohio. Pay starts at $12 per hour. Three weeks of paid training for all locations will begin on April 6. 

Customer Service Agent at Williams-Sonoma

Responsibilities include:

  • Addressing customer questions and concerns regarding products and delivery information.
  • Provide product information, resolve issues when products may be out of stock and place orders.
  • Use the Williams-Sonoma guidelines to resolve issues and successfully satisfy customers. 
  • Process returns, check inventory and issue replacements and credits for damaged or defective merchandise.

Applicants for this position must have:

  • A high school diploma or GED.
  • One to two years of customer service experience, including experience in a performance-based or metrics-driven environment.
  • Strong communication and data entry skills.
  • A computer with a compatible operating system, a webcam and a USB headset with microphone.
  • Hard-wired internet with upload speed of 6 mbps and download speed of 10 mbps. (Wifi is not allowed.)

Benefits include:

  • A 401(k) retirement plan.
  • 40% employee discount on most merchandise.
  • Paid training.
  • Opportunities for overtime and promotions.

To apply and search for other job opportunities, go to this page and the correct listing.

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Social Media Company is Now Hiring for an Ongoing Acting Job

This social media company is now casting actresses to work on upcoming projects filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on an ongoing basis in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area.

Producers are seeking the following types:

  • CASTING REAL MOMS FOR for a social media company that works with TOP BRANDS & RETAILERS–looking for Women ages 25-50, all ethnicities, who are Moms.

How to apply:

To audition for a role in the upcoming acting job, check out the casting call breakdown below.

Casting Call

CASTING REAL MOMS FOR for a social media company that works with TOP BRANDS & RETAILERS–looking for Women ages 25-50, all ethnicities, who are Moms. Must be social media savvy, comfortable speaking from talking points about products. Ongoing paid side job for 10-15 real moms in the Pittsburgh area!
If interested and you fit the specs, SEND A RECENT PHOTO AND A 1 MINUTE VIDEO to [email protected] telling us about your kids, where you like to shop for groceries/other supplies and why.
You can hold your smart phone at arms length, as if you are taking a selfie, while recording your video or someone can record for you. SUBMIT ASAP! DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT 12 NOON.
Put “SOCIAL” in the subject line of the video.
Include:
NAME:
AGE:
PHONE:
ZIP CODE:
HEIGHT:
WEIGHT:
KIDS AGES:
Any on-camera social media experience?
Do you have a talent agent? If YES, DO NOT SUBMIT to this project, as it might be a violation of your contract.

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Courtney Cox Says She Doesn’t Remember Working on ‘Friends’

Courtney Cox says she forgets even working on ‘Friends’.

The actress appeared on Jimmy Kimmel, where she explained she does not remember much about playing the character, Monica Geller.

“I don’t remember even being on the show, I have such a bad memory,” she laughed, adding, “I remember obviously loving everybody there and having fun and I remember certain times of my life. I was there, but I don’t remember episodes.”

Cox said she started binge-watching the show during the Coronavirus shutdown. At the end of the episode, Cox asked viewers to donate to Meals On Wheels. She also talked about filming on ‘Friends’ reunion special, featuring Cox and co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer, has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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