The Vampire Diaries are now casting extras for a traffic jam scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Vampire Diaries are looking for background extras to work on Tuesday, April 5th in Conyers, Georgia. Producers are looking for men and women ages 18 and older that own a car that is not red or white to work on the scene.
Season 7 of The Vampire Diaries centers around the departure Elena. Season seven begins with some characters will recover while others can’t move on. As Lily tries to drive a wedge between the Salvatore brothers, we’ll see if Stefan and Caroline’s love story is strong enough to survive.
To audition for a role on The Vampire Diaries, check out the casting call details below:
The Vampire Diaries Casting Call
VAMPIRE DIARIES (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) is looking for extras w/ vehicles to work Tuesday, April 5th in Conyers, GA. Looking to have a morning call. Expect to be on set a min 8-10hrs.
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EXTRAS w/ VEHICLES — Male/female; Ages 18+; Open Ethnicity
Include year/make/model/color and PHOTO of vehicle in submission. No RED or WHITE cars.
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If available email recent photo, include name, age, phone, height, weight, all clothing sizes, (including shoes), tvdextrascasting@gmail.com; MUST LIVE IN ATLANTA AREA:
SUBJECT LINE: “TRAFFIC JAM”
(Please indicate whether or not you live in Atlanta if you have an out of state number)
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Rate $60/8hrs; overtime after 8hrs and a $10 Car Bump.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Lifetime’s Devious Maids is now casting featured roles in Atlanta, Georgia.
BNE Casting is looking for extras to play producer’s assistants for an upcoming scene on Wednesday, April 6th in Stone Mountain, Georgia.
Producers are looking for men and women ages 20 to 35 years old.
About Devious Maids:
Devious Maidscenters on four Latina maids working in the homes of Beverly Hills’ wealthiest and most powerful families, and a newcomer who made it personal after a maid was murdered and determined to uncover the truth behind her demise, and in the process become an ally in their lives. The show’s cast includes Ana Ortiz as the lead character, and Dania Ramirez, Roselyn Sánchez, Edy Ganem, and Judy Reyes as other maids, with Susan Lucci, Rebecca Wisocky, Tom Irwin, Brianna Brown, Brett Cullen, Mariana Klaveno, and Grant Show in feature main roles.
To audition for a role on Devious Maids, check out the casting call details below:
Devious Maids Season 4 Casting Call
WHERE’S MY ASSISTANT!?
DEVIOUS MAIDS is seeking PRODUCER’S ASSISTANTS for our upcoming scene on WED. APRIL 6th in STONE MOUNTAIN GEORGIA!
THESE ARE FEATURED ROLES! The DIRECTOR will be picking these so send in YOUR BEST PICS!!!
Seeking MEN and WOMEN AGES 20-35 AND ALL ETHNICITIES.
*OLD AND NEW FACES WELCOME!!!*
PLEASE SUBMIT:
3 pictures, age, location, all stats, sizes, AND measurements along with name & phone number to: devmaids4@bnecasting.com
SUBJECT: HOLD THE PHONE!
Rate:$64/8
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Taraji P. Henson’s Hidden Figures movie is now casting Atlanta extras to play NASA custodians.
Marinella Hume Casting is looking for African American men to play NASA custodians. Producers are looking for 1950’s era type of guys between the ages of 38 to 50 to work on a scene on Monday, April 4th in Atlanta. Talents must be available for a fitting scheduled for Thursday, March 31st, Friday, April 1st or Monday, April 4th.
Hidden Figurescenters around an unsung group of African American female math wizards who helped NASA win the space race. While it’s just rumors at the moment, Oprah Winfrey, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer and Empire’s Taraji P. Henson are expected to lead the cast in the upcoming feature film.
To audition for a role on the upcoming Hidden Figures movie, check out the casting call details below:
Hidden Figures Casting Call
MONDAY 4/4/16
Currently seeking (3) African American MEN!!
FRESH FACES AS NASA CUSTODIANS!!!
1950’s ERA, must not have dreads, twists.
MUST BE CLEAN SHAVE and open to receiving a hair cut. (PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT IF YOU ARE NOT OPEN TO RECEIVING A HAIR CUT.
You MUST NOT HAVE WORKED THIS FILM…
Age: 38-50
WORK DATE: MONDAY: 4/4/15
Call time: TBD
Location: ATLANTA, GA
Pay Rate: $72/8
MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR A FITTING.
Fittings are Thursday 3/31, Friday 4/1 or Monday, 4/4/16…
Fitting Times:
8:00am-11:30am or 1:30pm to 5:00pm
YOU MUST LIST A FITTING DAY AND TIME!
Must be available FOR A PAID FITTING
fittings are out by Flat Shoals road area.
This booking will be closed out once it’s BOOKED OUT!
Email:
3 photos
Name
Age
Number
HT
WT
Sizes
Shirt
Neck
Pant
Waist
Shoe
Email: ToTheMoonandBackATL@gmail.com
Subject Line: Custodian 4/4
NOTE: you must list in your email that you acknowledge you must be clean shaven and are open to a hair cut.
No Visible TATTOOS
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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BET is now casting background actors, models, and talent to work on the new BET new Movie Of The Week “The Yard”, which is filming in Atlanta, Georgia starting April 2016.
“The Yard” features an ensemble cast that will help tell a story about the ups and downs of an HBCU college and the effects it has on the students, staff and community involved.
looking for all types of extras for various scenes, however there are a few specific extras that we are looking to cast as well such as:
– STUDENTS
– FACULTY MEMBERS/ STAFF
– SORORITY/ FRATERNITY STEPPERS
– AND MANY MORE!!!!
About The Yard:
“THE YARD” features an ensemble cast that will help tell a story about the ups and downs of an HBCU college and the effects it has on the students, staff and community involved.
To audition for a role on BET’s The Yard, check out the casting call details below!
BET’s The Yard Open Casting Call
CAB Castings, LLC. is looking for PAID EXTRAS of all races (18 and up) for BET’S new Movie Of The Week “THE YARD” filming in Atlanta, GA beginning in APRIL 2016. “THE YARD” features an ensemble cast that will help tell a story about the ups and downs of an HBCU college and the effects it has on the students, staff and community involved.
Casting directors are
We are looking for all types of extras for various scenes, however there are a few specific extras that we are looking to cast as well such as:
– STUDENTS
– FACULTY MEMBERS/ STAFF
– SORORITY/ FRATERNITY STEPPERS
– AND MANY MORE!!!!
***Paid Extra roles will be picture picked by CAB Castings and producers so please keep that in mind when submitting. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR PHOTOS ARE APPROPRIATE AND OF QUALITY TO BE CHOSEN.
Call times for the shoot days will be determined closer to the actual workday. Workdays will last from 10 to 12hrs depending on the scenes in which you are shooting for. With that being said, if asked to work, you will be expected to have open availability for a FULL 12HR DAY!
The rate for extras on this production is $64/8hr, which you will receive in the form of a check in the mail. After 8hrs it will be time and a half.
If available, please email the information below to TheYardExtras@gmail.com w/ Subject Line: YARD EXTRAS
– Name
– Number
– Age
– Height
– Sizes (Shirt, Pants, Jacket, etc.)
– Do you have visible tattoos? If so where?
– Availability (We film Wednesdays –Sundays)
– Stand In Experience (Y/N)
– Car Type/ Model/ Year
– Are u 18 and older but can play a minor look wise?
– 2 Photos (1 Headshot/ 1 Full Body)
*********PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION ABOVE IN YOUR EMAIL FOR PROPER BOOKING!!!
A member from CAB CASTINGS, LLC. will call you to book your attendance in a scene and confirm availability if interested in booking you for the show.
***SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.
Thanks so much and we look forward to seeing you all on set!
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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NBC TV pilot, ‘Cruel Intentions’ is now casting stunt drivers in San Francisco, California.
Beau Bonneau Casting is looking for stunt-drivers and photo doubles to work on the new TV pilot Cruel Intentions. Casting directors are seeking Bay Area locals that know how to drive stick shift. Producers are looking for men and women that look the lead actors in the TV series including a Photo Double for Sarah Michelle Gellar.
Filming will take place on Wednesday, April 6th in San Francisco, California.
About Cruel Intentions:
NBC’s Cruel Intentions picks up more than 15 years after the 1999 movie left off. The drama follows the beautiful and cunning Kathryn Merteuil (played by Sarah Michelle Gellar in the film) as she vies for control of Valmont International as well as the soul of Bash Casey, son of her brother, the late Sebastian Valmont, and Annette Hargrove. Upon discovering his late father’s legacy in a hidden journal, Bash is introduced to a world of sex, money, power and corruption he never could have imagined.
To audition for a role on Cruel Intentions, check out the casting call details below:
Cruel Intentions Casting Call
Photo Double Casting Call
We are seeking a Bay Area local regular stick shift-driving Caucasian-appearing woman 5’4” up to 5’6”, Size 2-4, with 32-34B Bust, approx 105-115 with Dark Brown Hair several inches past shoulders to mid chest to Photo Double for Sarah Michelle Gellar on ‘Cruel Intentions’ a new TV series, shooting Wed 4/6 in San Francisco.
Must feel comfortable driving on set and have a clean driving record. Precision driving experience is not required, but is a plus. Must also match look and size as closely as possible to look like actor in the same attire from a distance. Please click on this actor photo link for comparison before submitting
Hours/Rates: The shoot is expected to start around 8AM and could last 8 up to12 hours. The SAG-AFTRA Photo Double rate is a minimum of $162 for 8 hrs or less, with overtime at time and ½ if applicable.
Employment Requirements: You must present valid government approved ID on set for I-9 paperwork or you can’t be employed. U.S. Citizens can use a current U.S. Passport alone or must have a valid Drivers License with Social Security Card or Birth Certificate. Non U.S. Citizens can use a Permanent Resident Card, Green Card or Work Authorization from the Dept. of Homeland Security.
HOW TO SUBMIT: If you’re a stick shift driver, fit the description and available all day Wed 4/6 email the following to sagbbc@gmail.com ASAP:
* Subject line: Female Dbl, Name, Height, Weight, City you live in, Cell
* Sizes: Dress/Blouse Size, Bust/Cup
* Stick shift driving experience: How long? Do you currently drive a stick shift? Have you ever driven on set?
* Union Status: SAG-AFTRA # or Non Union. If Union and we haven’t worked with you before, attach pic of SAG-AFTRA card
* Attach 2 NEW color snapshots of you in natural light from waist/chest up so we can see your skin tone, hair color, etc: 1 facing camera with hair down and forward over shoulders & 1 profile photo of your left/driving side with hair down
We are seeking SF Bay Area locals only and will call you if may be a good match. Thanks,
Photo Double Casting Call
We’re seeking a Bay Area local, regular stick shift-driving Caucasian-appearing man, 21 – 45 yrs, who is 5’11”- 6’1”, approx 175-185 lbs, with medium Brown hair, fits to a 40 42R Coat, 15-16 Neck & 33-35 Sleeve to photo double for actor Taylor John Smith on ‘Cruel Intentions’ a new TV series, shooting Wed 4/6 in San Francisco. Hair style is short in back with a combable inch or two in front. Must be willing to shave any facial and possibly get a trim to match actor if needed.
Must feel comfortable driving on set and have a clean driving record. Precision driving experience is not required, but is a plus. Must also match look and size as closely as possible to look like actor in the same attire from a distance. Please click on this actor photo link for comparison before submitting – https://ia.media-imdb.com/images/M/MV5BMTU1NjEwOTk2Nl5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwMTk2MDA2Nw@@._V1_SX640_SY720_.jpg
Hours/Rates: The shoot is expected to start around 8AM and could last 8 up to12 hours. The SAG-AFTRA Photo Double rate is a minimum of $162 for 8 hrs or less, with overtime at time and ½ if applicable.
Employment Requirements: You must present valid government approved ID on set for I-9 paperwork or you can’t be employed. U.S. Citizens can use a current U.S. Passport alone or must have a valid Drivers License with Social Security Card or Birth Certificate. Non U.S. Citizens can use a Permanent Resident Card, Green Card or Work Authorization from the Dept. of Homeland Security.
HOW TO SUBMIT: If you’re a stick shift driver who fits the description and are available all day Wed 4/6 email the following to sagbbc@gmail.com ASAP:
* Subject line: Male Dbl, Name, Height, Weight, City you live in, Cell
* Sizes: Suit/Chest, Neck, Sleeve, Waist
* Tell us about your Stick shift driving experience: How long? Do you currently drive a stick shift? Have you ever driven on set?
* Union Status: SAG-AFTRA # or Non Union. If Union and we haven’t worked with you before, attach pic of SAG-AFTRA card
* Attach 2 NEW color snapshots of you in natural light from waist/chest up so we can see your skin tone, hair color, etc: 1 facing camera with & 1 profile photo of your left/driving side (no sunglasses/hat)
We are seeking SF Bay Area locals only and will call you if may be a good match. Thanks,
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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The Diamond Agency is now casting men and women runners to work on a commercial filming in Orlando, Florida. Producers are looking for very fit models and even endurance athletes between the ages of 26 to 30.
The photo shoot will take place between April 11th through April 15th.
To audition for a role on the modeling job, check out the casting call details below:
Modeling Job Casting Call
We need male & female RUNNERS, very fit peeps, even endurance athletes! Between ages of 26 – 30 all diversity options
-THIS SHOOTS BETWEEN 4/11 – 4/15 IN ORLANDO, SO YOU NEED TO LIVE IN ORLANDO OR VERY CLOSE BY. I NEED TO RECEIVE FULL BODY SHOTS – front AND profile, AND CONTACT INFO ASAP PLEASE. PAID PHOTOSHOOT
EMAIL— MARSHA@THEDIAMONDAGENCY.COM AND DONNETTE@THEDIAMONDAGENCY.COM
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Casting directors are looking for kid actors, real court stenographers, and photo doubles to work on the upcoming Nic Cage movie, Vengeance: A Love Story. Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia starting early April 2016.
The movie is based on a 2003 novel written by Joyce Carol Oates, which goes by a more startling title Rape: A Love Story. The movie centers around a 30 year old single mother named Teena, who is gang raped and left for dead, the whole ordeal is witnessed by her young daughter Bethie.
In the court case it’s the victim who is blamed for being “provocative” and “having it coming,” and her assailants are exonerated by their big shot defense lawyer. But a Gulf War veteran policeman named Dromoor becomes her hero, taking justice in his own hands.
To audition for a role on Vengeance: A Love Story, check out the casting call details below:
Vengeance: A Love Story Casting Call
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NLC is currently casting for:
1- male/ teen skateboarder. Please send 2 CLEAR photos and a short 1 minutes or less video of him performing a few tricks on his skateboard. Put ” skateboard” in the subject line
1- 6 year old MALE child that looks younger. Please submit 2 clear CURRENT photos with all sizes and contact info. Put “Fireworks” in the subject line. ( This role is VERY specific, Please only submit children that fit this description, all others will not be reviewed, child must be at least 6 years old for permitting purposes)
1- Real court stenographer with equipment. Please submit 2 clear photos of yourself and 1 photo of equipment. Put ” stenographer” in the subject line.
1- female age 45 to 55 slim, pale, brown or reddish hair, bob hair cuts preferred. Please send 2 clear photos along with height, weight and sizes. Put ” Edna” in the subject line.
1- male to be a photo double. shoulder length blonde or light brown hair 5’9″ 195 lbs. Put ” Walter” in the subject line
PLEASE BE SURE TO SEND ONLY CLEAR PHOTOS WITH NO ONE ESLE IN THE PHOTO.
ONE HEAD SHOT AND ONE FULL BODY PREFERRED.
ABC’s new series Dirty Dancing is looking for actors, models, and talent to play “core staff” in Asheville, North Carolina. Producers are looking for men and women between the ages of 18 to 20 to play core staff. Casting directors are looking for talent who are able to film regularly beginning April 11th through mid-May.
ABC is looking for producers that have dance experience/training, and talents that can work every day.
About Dirty Dancing:
The new ‘Dirty Dancing’ remake will be a three-episode TV miniseries on ABC. The TV miniseries will feature a “night of singing and dancing as we update the classic film ‘Dirty Dancing’ as a three-hour event.”
According to our previous report, Dirty Dancingwill will create 1,225 jobs in North Carolina including 900 extras, 30 cast members and 225 “crew/full time” jobs.
To audition for a role on Dirty Dancing, check out the casting call details below:
Dirty Dancing Open Casting Call
DIRTY DANCING – CORE BUNK HOUSE STAFF.
We have had MANY submissions and we thank you for those.
What we are discovering is many in the age range needed for Core Staff have limited availablity. We can still use those with limited avail but not for our CORE STAFF.
We are needing ASAP following;
(AS WE NEED TO START GETTING THEM IN FOR FITTING IMMEDIATELY )
Males and Females (18-20’s years of age) to portray CORE STAFF. This request is only for those 18-20’s FULLY AVAILABLE as needed,when needed,where ever needed during our month of filming. Must be completely wide open and able to film as often as we need beginning April 11th -mid May. Please be aware we will be filming in various locations such as Hendersonville, Saluda, cashiers, Asheville and you must able to work at any location needed as a local. We need a core group that could film EVERY Day if possible. This group may include those with dance experience/training ( guys that can move and wing it very well -would worked lol), as well as several males that can play musicals instruments.
If you are in the age range listed, have FULL avail and can work in areas listed and have already submitted your photo and all information require -you can simply send a message with your name,age,phone with heading POSS CORE STAFF.
If you have yet to submit, are in the age range listed, have FULL avail and can work in areas listed, you must submit a current photo,name,age,phone,height/weight,clothing sizes,city/state you reside (which should be near or in the filming areas)and any dancer experience or musician experience.
FOR THIS REQUEST -Submissions should be sent to ddmoviecasting@gmail.com with heading CORE STAFF.
If your previous submission is in another inbox -simply let us know which one.
Please do not respond/submit if NOT in this age range listed. Don’t worry Adults with much avail, we are going to be making a post for you soon. Stay tuned.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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NBC’s Chicago Justice TV pilot is now casting background extras to work on a crime scene filming on Thursday, March 31st and Friday, April 1st. Casting directors are looking for extras to play pedestrians, onlookers and people at a middle class neighborhood scene. Talents that are selected will be compensated $80/8 hours and time and one half for anything after that + $25 Auto Bump added to your pay out.
About Chicago Justice:
Chicago Justice, originally titled Chicago Law, will center around the world of lawyers and prosecutors in Chicago. Should Justice move forward to series, it will be the third spin-off from flagship series Chicago Fire. Similar to how Chicago Med characters first debuted on Chicago Fire, the Justice characters will be introduced in a backdoor pilot on the 21st episode of Chicago P.D. this year.
To audition for a role on Chicago Justice, check out the casting call details below:
Chicago Justice Casting Call
**NBC’s Chicago PD/Justice – Background Extras Casting Call**
2-day booking opportunity: Thurs., March 31st & Fri., April 1st
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“NIGHT RIDER”
FILM DATES: Thurs, March 31st & Fri, April 1st: Applicants MUST be available for BOTH dates = 2 day booking. And have no time constraints, as these dates have the potential to film well into the evening.
ROLES: Pedestrians/Onlookers with auto [everyone booked w/ car]
SCENES: Exterior: Crime Scene
SPECS: Middle class neighborhood, Ages: 20s-older, M/F, any ethnicity. No red or white cars, please. Easy day/night on set, most of the time the cars will be parked in the scene.
PAY RATE: $80/8 hours and time and one half for anything after that + $25 Auto Bump added to your pay out.
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SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:
If you live in/around the Chicago, IL area, and fit the description above, please submit the following information to TAILSTICKSCASTING@GMAIL.COM with “NIGHT RIDER” in the subject line:
**ATTACH MULTIPLE RECENT PHOTOS of yourself
NAME:
EMAIL:
PHONE:
ZIP:
AGE:
HEIGHT:
WEIGHT:
FEMALES: DRESS/TSHIRT/BUST-WAIST-HIP/SHOE:
MALES: JACKET/TSHIRT/NECK/SLEEVE/WAIST/INSEAM/SHOE:
VISIBLE TATTOOS: *Please attach a photo of the tattoos
CAR?: Color/Year/Make/Model
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Lifetime network TV commercial casting call for soccer players and dancers in Austin, Texas
Michael Druck Casting is looking for teen soccer players and hip hop dancers for a commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are looking for talent to work on a Lifetime Television Network commercial.
Producers are looking for the following roles:
Female Soccer players, age range 16-18 years old, any ethnicity.
Female Hip hop dancers, age range 15-21 years old, any ethnicity.
Talents will be compensated $150. Filming will take place on Friday, April 1st. To audition for a role on the upcoming Lifetime TV network commercial, check out the casting call details below:
Lifetime Network Commercial Casting Call
CASTING TEEN FEMALE SOCCER PLAYERS & HIP HOP DANCERS FOR COMMERCIAL – AUSTIN, TX
The Extras Factory is seeking the following talent for Lifetime Television Network promo:
Female Soccer players, age range 16-18 years old, any ethnicity.
&
Female Hip hop dancers, age range 15-21 years old, any ethnicity.
Would work as background talent for commercial shooting in Austin, TX on Friday, April 1st. Austin local hire.
Rate: $150.00 per talent.
No auditions, booking directly off of photos.
For consideration please email MICHAELDRUCKCASTING@GMAIL.COM and put either “HIP HOP” or “SOCCER” in the subject line. All submissions must include the following:
– two photos (one headshot or clear photo of your face/ and a photo of you playing soccer or dancing)
– Your name
– Age
– Parents name (if submitting child)
– Best contact phone number
– City you live in
– A few sentences telling us about your soccer or hip hop dance experience (how many years, what position, what you like best, other related info would be helpful.)
Submissions due ASAP. Feel free to repost, tag, or share, with anyone you think might be interested.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Are acting workshops illegal? A new report exposes the dark side to Hollywood’s hidden economy.
If you are an aspiring actor, then you will always see acting workshops by prominent casting directors. These casting directors promise to give you hands on attention and tips to help improve your casting directors – only for a small price of $500 a session. These are not auditions, as the actors are told, they are “Workshops,” which give an aspiring actor to show their skills to a casting professional and get constructive criticism.
And while many of the acting classes are expected to provide acting tips, it because aspiring actors are indirectly paying the same people that are supposed to be hiring them.
Workshops have been a part of Hollywood for decades. But, as the demand for more and more TV shows, movies, web content and other scripted material, production offices have decided to eliminate in-house casting departments and instead casting directors hold “workshops” as a way to find new talent for TV shows and programs. This results in a “gig” economy (emphasis my own).
The result is a gig economy in which temporary labor pays to be “taught” by independent contractors, who in many cases are staffing programming for media corporations.
Cost-conscious networks and studios offload a burden once held by productions to cast their shows onto the labor market itself.
Millions of dollars previously spent on casting have been cut from balance sheets, and tens of thousands of aspiring actors have been stuck with the bill.
“They’re now so pervasive — more than two dozen companies offer more than 450 sessions in a month’s span during pilot season — that many in the industry presume the practice is entirely aboveboard,” Baum argues.
“”They’re now so pervasive — more than two dozen companies offer more than 450 sessions in a month’s span during pilot season”
These acting classes are linked to nearly every broadcast show. And many new actors are paying $1,500 a year on two or three workshop classes a month in hopes of landing a day-player role that pays only a little over $600 for one day’s worth of work. In fact, casting director Dea Vise argues that “Half the people that are on network television today paid for their job interview — the one-liner roles.”
But, it’s important to highlight the fact that exchanging money for the possibility of getting a job is illegal thanks to The Krekorian Talent Scam Prevention Act of 2009, which outlaws workshops and casting directors from charging or attempting to charge an artist for an audition or employment opportunity. However, since the law was passed seven years ago, there have been no prosecutions.
“Half the people that are on network television today paid for their job interview — the one-liner roles.”
This problem is so wide spread that the actor’s union, SAG-AFTRA and the Casting Society of America are worried about the workshops. But, they are left powerless unless city officials act or even prioritize the issue.
But, is it the casting director’s fault? According to Baum, the reason why workshops are so popular because TV networks and studios have cut their casting department forcing casting directors to work as independent contractors, which leaves them little to no time to find new talent in theater productions, short film festivals or at your local acting troupe performance.
Add the fact that video auditions are so efficient, casting directors don’t have to leave their living room to cast a TV show or movie. Nowadays, a single casting call for a small role can yield 3,000 digital submissions in a few hours, actors are forced to do whatever it takes to stand out.
A single casting call for a small role can yield 3,000 digital submissions in a few hours, actors are forced to do whatever it takes to stand out.
According to diversity advocates and economic scholars, workshops negatively impact the less advantaged as they are unable to afford these workshops. “The opportunity costs are already very high in this business, and these workshops aren’t helping,” says Professor Nelson Lichtenstein, director of UC Santa Barbara’s Center for the Study of Work, Labor and Democracy. Observes National Hispanic Media Coalition president Alex Nogales: “It’s pernicious, and it’s predatory. This is why you’re supposed to have oversight.”
You can read the full and damaging report into the dark world of acting workshops here.
What do you think of acting workshops? Share with us your thoughts in the comments below!
Kardashians earn thousands for every sponsored photo on Instagram
The Kardashians are basically everywhere. But, the reality show family didn’t always have millions upon millions of dollars. In fact, Kim Kardashian worked throughout Hollywood redecorating A-list celebrities’ closets.
Now the the Kardashian clan is earning millions off of social media. According to Page Six, it costs $400,000 to get the Kardashians to post your product on Instagram.
“In the old days, you’d buy ads in magazines and TV spots,” a marketing mogul told me. “Now, for $400,000, you get the Kardashians to post on Instagram.”
Kim Kardashian, under the influence of her husband Kanye West, cuts her own deals for up to $200,000.
But her sisters, under the management of mother Kris Jenner, work in unison. “The mother is doing bundle-buys.”
This news comes after D-list celebrities have started freaking out on Instagram. For example, if you are following more than just your close group of friends on Instagram, you may have noticed a several photos pleading followers to “Turn notifications on!” or you may have seen the hashtag #TurnMeOn in your newsfeed with an arrow. Apparently, “Instagram will stop arranging photos in your feed in simple reverse chronological order, instead sorting them algorithmically based on your behavior.” Just like your Facebook feed.
Social media is changing not only the way people interact but, the way people can make money. And this latest piece of news illustrates once again that the Kardashian family understands the power of their brand, image, and impact on the world.
Telsey & Company Casting is now looking for actors, singers and models to work on the upcoming NBC musical special Hairspray LIVE!
NBC is now casting the lead role of Tracy Turnblad.
Tracy Turnblad: Female to play high school age. Must be heavyset. Outgoing, unstoppable, good-hearted with a vibrant, lovable, spirited personality. Loves to dance. Becomes a teen heroine. Strong pop belt singer and great mover. *Must be 18-years-old or older.
NBC’s Hairspray Live! Auditions will be held on:
Sunday, April 24th, 2016
10:00am – 2:00 pm (Sign-in begins at 9:oo am)
315 W. 43rd St., 10th Floor
New York, NY 10036
Please come prepared to sing a short portion of “Good Morning Baltimore” a cappella. You can find an example of the song in the YouTube video below:
Please bring a copy of your picture/resume with full contact information. Please email HairSparyOpenCall@Gmail.com with any questions!
About Hairspray Live!:
“Hairspray Live” is the fourth television musical event for NBC, following after this past December’s “The Wiz Live,” which followed the net’s first special “Sound of Music Live” in 2013 and then “Peter Pan Live” in 2014.
“In keeping with our desire to bring the best of Broadway to our live musicals, we’ve assembled the Broadway dream team of Tony Award winners for ‘Hairspray Live,’” said Robert Greenblatt, chairman of NBC Entertainment. “We’re thrilled to have director Kenny Leon, who knocked ‘The Wiz Live’ way out of the park, and Jerry Mitchell, the original choreographer of ‘Hairspray’ and who is the director of two smash hit musicals running on Broadway right now.”
“Hairspray Live” is based on John Waters’ original 1988 film, starring Ricki Lake, and subsequent musical stage production, which ran on Broadway from 2002 until 2009.
For more details check out the Hairspray Live! casting call details below:
Fox is now casting Atlanta soldiers for the new TV pilot Making History.
Fox TV pilot Making History is looking for actors, models, and talent to play soldiers and towns people for a scene filming on Thursday, March 31st and Saturday, April 2nd in Atlanta, Georgia.
About Making History:
Fox’s Making History time-travel single-camera comedy pilot executive produced by Phil Lord, Chris Miller (Lego Movie) and Julius “Goldy” Sharpe. Making History centers around three unlikely friends who find a way to travel through time, which ends up complicating their lives in 2016. According to Deadline, “It centers on Dan (Pally), a nerdy computer science professor at a small college and the “failure” of an accomplished family who is unpopular with both students and colleagues on campus, where his extreme intelligence comes off as odd. Dan invented time travel, hoping to get a fresh start and meet less shallow people. We see two Dans – the “nerd rage” guy having a hard time in the present, and the cooler more carefree guy in the past.”
To audition for a role on Making History, check out the casting call details below:
Making History Casting Call
Last call for this pilot
Looking for an additional caucasian male — slim 40’s to 80’s — really slim — facial hair can be great but not required — Must be available Thursday 3/31 and Saturday 4/2 – Last Townsperson in Subject
Then also looking for one additional caucasian man that match the following sizes — clean shaven here — Jacket: 38 – Pants: 32 Waist – SOLDIERS in Subject – Must be available for a fitting tomorrow
Notoriousis based on a true story focusing on the relationship between the famous criminal defense attorney Mark Geragos and Larry King Live executive producer Wendy Walker. The series is described as “a provocative look at the interplay of criminal law and the media, it follows the professional and personal relationship between a charismatic attorney and a powerhouse television producer as they attempt to control the media, the justice system, and ultimately – each other.”
To audition for a role on ABC TV pilot, Notorious, check out the casting call details below:
ABC TV Pilot ‘Notorious’ Casting Call
NEW PILOT – NOTORIOUS
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30th
Call Times start between 12pm and 1pm
Seeking BG with “crappy cars”
Rate: $64/8 + $25 Car Bump
NO RED OR WHITE CARS
Preferably no black cars
Subject Line: JALOPY
Seeking BG with a “Hipster” look
Rate: $64/8
Males & Females Every Ethnicity
Age Range 25-35
Subject Line: HIPSTER
Legal Name on ID:
CELLphone Number:
Age:
Height:
Weight:
Tattoos (please list locations):
LOCATION (City/State):
Do you have Bartender/Server Experience?:
Car Color/Make/Model/Year:
1. Close up
1. Full Body
1. Front of car
1. Side of car
**THESE WILL ALL BE SHOWN TO DIRECTORS FOR SERIOUS SELECTIONS**
PLEASE make sure that your photos are very clear in focus and not blurry. Make sure they are well lit and don’t appear to dark to see your features and personal style. Make sure to really add some photos to show off your talents!
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Rose Locke Casting is now casting background extras to work on the upcoming Baywatch movie starring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. Producers are now casting new talent to work on the upcoming scenes filming in early April. Casting directors are looking for general background actors, body builders, people with cars, models, basketball players and a ton of other featured roles.
About Baywatch movie:
Zac Efron will team up with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a movie adaptation of the hit TV series, which ran from 1989 to 2001 starring David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson. ‘Baywatch’ centers around a veteran lifeguard who is forced to team up with a younger lifeguard in order to save the beach from an environmental disaster.
For more details and how to audition for a role on Baywatch, check out the casting call details below:
Baywatch Movie Open Casting Call
BAYWATCH CASTING Below are certain Background Artists roles we are casting for the feature film Baywatch starring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. To be an extra you must be available ALL DAY. You cannot have any other obligations that day. If you have any obligation please do not submit for the role. So please open your calendars and make sure your day is clear before submitting! For those who attended the casting call, they are switching the schedule faster than we can keep up. Please submit your availability below. It’s the only way we can keep up with everything. So if you fit one of the descriptions below then please submit an email as it asks! PEOPLE WITH CARS Seeking Men and Women with their cars. Should be 2010 or Newer. No red, white, or black. Any Ethnicity – Ages 18 + Rate: 64/8 + $25 Car Bump Date: Friday 4.1.16 OR Tuesday 4.5.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: CAR 4.1 OR Car 4.5 BODY BUILDER Seeking those who are ready to strut their stuff on the beach. Must be extremely buff! Male or Female. Any Ethnicity – Ages 18-40 Rate: 64/8 Date: Friday 4.1.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: BODYBUILDER CHESS PLAYERS Must know how to play chess. Males. Any Ethnicity – Ages 60+ Rate: 64/8 Date: Friday 4.1.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: CHESS BASKETBALL PLAYERS Must have basketball experience- include in email! Males. Any Ethnicity – Ages 18-35 Rate: 64/8 Date: Friday 4.1.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: BASKETBALL DOCK FOLKS Enjoy sitting on the dock, listening to the ocean? Any Ethnicity – Ages 18 + Rate: 64/8 Date: Saturday 4.2.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: DOCK TWO/THREE YEAR TWIN GIRLS/PARENT Any Ethnicity – Age 2 or 3 year old girl (still small enough to sit in high chair) Rate: Kid: 120/8 Parent: 64/8 Date: Saturday 4.2.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: BABY BOY/PARENT Males. Any Ethnicity – Ages 5-7 Rate: Kid: 120/8 Parent: 64/8 Date: Saturday 4.2.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: BOY Family of 4 Mom and Dad with a 6 year old boy and 2/3 year old girl (still small enough to sit in high chair) Kid: 120/8 Parent: 64/8 Date: Saturday 4.2.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA/Tybee Subject: Family of 4 BUSINESS PEOPLE Males and Females. Any Ethnicity Ages 25-60 Rate: 64/8 Date: Monday 4.4.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: BUSINESS LADY Females. Any Ethnicity. Ages 50-70 Rate: 64/8 Date: Monday 4.4.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: LADY POLICE Would love the real deal! Include sizes and experience in the email. Males and Females. Any Ethnicity. Ages 25-50 Rate: 64/8 Date: Tuesday 4.5.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: POLICE COAST GUARD Would love the real deal! Include sizes and experience in the email. Males and Females. Any Ethnicity. Include sizes in the email. Ages 25-50 Rate: 64/8 Date: Tuesday 4.5.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: COAST GUARD EMT Would love the real deal! Include sizes and experience in the email. Males and Females. Any Ethnicity. Include sizes in the email. Ages 25-50 Rate: 64/8 Date: Tuesday 4.5.16 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: EMT THREE DAY CALL March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd Must be available ALL THREE DAYS You need to also be available on April 7th incase we have bad weather one day Fishermen (must have gear) Sunbathers (male and female – ages 18-40) older couple Rate: 64/8 Date: March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: THREE DAY CALL OPEN AVAIL This is for EVERYONE, any ethnicity, 18+ If you are available any of these days listed below please submit the info requested with the date(s) in the subject box. Thursday 3.31.16 Friday 4.1.16 Saturday 4.2.16 Monday 4.4.16 Tuesday 4.5.16 Wednesday 4.6.16 Thursday 4.7.16 Friday 4.8.16 Rate: 64/8 Day Shoot – approx 6am call time Location: Savannah, GA Subject: Date(s) Available Example Subject : 4.1.16 / 4.4.16 / 4.18.16 If you are available, then please email Beach@RoseLockeCasting.com Include 3 pics (head, body and profile) age, ht, wt, sizes, and all contact info. If you are submitting for a car role, be sure to include a picture of your car, along with the year, color, make, and model. Subject: Please put correct role in subject line Please list all sizes in body of email
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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MTV’s Scream season 2 is now casting extras to play students, school administrators, and teachers for a scene filming this Thursday, March 31st in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Casting directors are casting the following roles:
STUDENTS – All ethnicities, men & women, 18 years old & older who appear to be high school students. Men should be clean shaven. Must be able to bring nice casual clothing options with you
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR – Men & women, 18 years old & older who appear to be 30s-40s, Caucasian looking. Men should be clean shaven.
TEACHER – Man who is 18 years old & older who appears 30s-40s, African American looking. Men should be clean shaven.
About MTV’s Scream:
The new MTV series centers around a a YouTube video going viral that soon leads to problems for the teenagers of Lakewood and serves as the catalyst for a murder that opens up a window to the town’s troubled past.
To audition for a role on MTV’s Scream season 2, check out the casting call details below:
MTV ‘Scream’ Season 2 Casting Call
Students Casting Call
*** “S-2” – filming in Chalmette, LA – THURSDAY 3/31***
STUDENTS – All ethnicities, men & women, 18 years old & older who appear to be high school students. Men should be clean shaven. Must be able to bring nice casual clothing options with you.
Please submit a current picture of yourself, phone number to S2@CENTRALCASTING.COM with STUDENT in the subject line.
School Administrator Casting Call
*** “S-2” – filming in Chalmette, LA – THURSDAY 3/31***
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR – Men & women, 18 years old & older who appear to be 30s-40s, Caucasian looking. Men should be clean shaven.
Please submit a current picture of yourself, phone number to S2@CENTRALCASTING.COM with ADMINISTRATOR in the subject line.
Teacher Casting Call
*** “S-2” – filming in Chalmette, LA – THURSDAY 3/31***
TEACHER – Man who is 18 years old & older who appears 30s-40s, African American looking. Men should be clean shaven.
Please submit a current picture of yourself, phone number to S2@CENTRALCASTING.COM with TEACHER in the subject line.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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4 Star Casting is now casting makeup test models to work on the new Jennifer Aniston movie Office Christmas Party. The make up test will take place on Wednesday, March 30th in Chicago, Illinois. Talents will be compensated $80/8 to work on the upcoming make-up tesst.
Producers are looking for the following:
MAKEUP TEST MODELS:
Male/Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 25-35. You will be working with the makeup department and they will test makeup on your face/body. You MUST be comfortable sitting still as they apply the makeup. You must have clear skin and can’t have sensitive skin to any makeup/face products.
About Office Christmas Party:
Randall Park, Jennifer Aniston, TJ Miller, Kate McKinnon and TJ miller star in the upcoming Office Christmas Party movie. The movie centers around a group of characters who have to get along with each other when an office party goes crazy.
To audition for a role on Office Christmas Party, check out the casting call details below:
Office Christmas Party Casting Call
CASTING CALL: Office Christmas Party
LOCATION: Chicago
MAKEUP TEST: WED., 3/30
RATE: $80/8
LOCATION: Chicago
ROLES
MAKEUP TEST MODELS:
Male/Female, Caucasian, Age Range: 25-35. You will be working with the makeup department and they will test makeup on your face/body. You MUST be comfortable sitting still as they apply the makeup. You must have clear skin and can’t have sensitive skin to any makeup/face products.
If interested and available, send an email to extras4christmas@gmail.com
1) Put the role you are applying for as the subject line of your submission i.e. MAKEUP TEST MODEL
2) Include your name, age, height, weight, phone number, zip code and email address
3) Send a RECENT candid photo in jpeg format – close up and full length – Make sure the photo is taken in decent lighting (no selfies), no sunglasses, no hats!. Show us your style but make sure we can see your face! The better the photo, the better your chance of being submitted.
*NOTE: NAME YOUR JPEG PHOTO WITH YOUR FULL NAME!!!
Right click on the photo and it will give you an option to re-name the file, Re-name it with your full name.
4) Confirm that you are available for tomorrow Wed., 3/30
We are asking for a lot of information, please double-check your submission carefully before hitting send.
We will let you know if you are in consideration.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Central Casting New York is looking for blue collar workers to work on a TV pilot to work on a scene filming on Sunday, April 3rd. Fittings are scheduled for this Friday, April 1st.
Details surrounding the project have not been released. To apply for a role on the TV pilot, check out the casting call details below!
TV Pilot Casting Call
Casting call details removed at the casting director’s request.
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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Third Coast Extras is now looking for background extras to work on Monday, April 11th and Tuesday, April 12th on the new Web Series – Day 5 from the YouTube famous channel Rooster Teeth, the group that brought us Lazer Team.
Producers are looking for teens and extras to play day of the dead types.
About Day 5:
After a pandemic strikes killing people that fall asleep, a group of misfit survivors band together to stop the mysterious virus that has nearly wiped out the human race.’
To audition for a role on Rooster Teeth’s Day 5, check out the casting call details below:
Rooster Teeth Day 5 Casting Call
Third Coast Extras is now accepting submissions for the following Extras needed to work BOTH Monday, April 11th and Tuesday, April 12th on the new WEB SERIES- ‘DAY 5′ from ROOSTER TEETH (who brought us LAZER TEAM)!!
DAY 5 synopsis- “After a pandemic strikes killing people that fall asleep, a group of misfit survivors band together to stop the mysterious virus that has nearly wiped out the human race.’’
SEEKING:
TEENS- Male & Female, Any ethnicity, age 13-19 years old.
Wardrobe required: Teen males: white button front shirts (short or long sleeve) AND/OR white pants or jeans. Teen Females: anything that resembles traditional Mexican clothing. Like peasant skirts, flow-y/embroidered tops, brightly colored dresses etc.
ADULTS-Male & Female, Any ethnicity, age 20-65 years old.
Wardrobe required: Men: Day of the dead type outfits and/ or casual options, like western shirts, work shirts, t-shirts (no logos) cowboy boots, work boots, sneakers, jeans/casual pants, cowboy hats/ or straw hats, plain baseball caps and light jackets. Females: Day of the Dead outfits or traditional Mexican inspired clothing.
The pay rate is $64/8hr
Please share with anyone who fits this!
To submit, email us at: thirdcoastextras@gmail.com and use the subject line ‘’Dia de los Muertos” and follow directions below exactly:
Include name, age, phone #, location (Austin?), height/weight, attach plenty of clear, well-lit, high resolution current photos both close up AND full length.
Please include the following sizes:
CHEST
SHIRT: NECK/SLEEVE
WAIST/INSEAM
CHEST or JACKET
SHOE
HAT
IMPORTANT: Must be Texas resident w/ valid Texas ID who lives in (or at least close nearby) to Austin, TX since shoots days can change at the last minute and call times are likely very early or late night. Please don’t submit if you’re not local to the area or nearby.
Thank you!
Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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