Los Angeles Acting Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Featured Talent for True Crime Series

Job Description: We are seeking featured talent for a gripping true crime series set to shoot in Erie, Pennsylvania. This role requires individuals who are comfortable acting out scenes depicting violence. Both real people and actors are encouraged to apply. No prior experience is required. Applicants must be local hires to Erie, PA, as transportation and accommodation will not be provided.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray characters in reenactments of true crime events.
• Act out scenes depicting violence with authenticity and sensitivity.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring real-life crime stories to life.

Requirements:

• Must be available to work in Erie, PA, as a local hire.
• Comfortable with acting out scenes of violence.
• Ability to portray specific character traits as outlined in the role description.

Roles Casting: [FATHER/MARJORIE’S DATE]

• Age: 30 to 40 years old
• Ethnicity: White
• Gender: Male
• Physical Description: Stocky body type, dark hair with a receding hairline, conservative appearance.
• Additional Requirements: Must be comfortable with scenes depicting violence and able to work in Erie, PA as a local hire.
• Role Type: Featured Lead

Compensation:

• $200.00 for 10 hours of work.
• Overtime (OT) paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call: Featured Talent for True Crime Series in Erie, PA

Job Description: We are casting for a True Crime series for cable, set to shoot in Erie, Pennsylvania. This project requires talent who are comfortable acting out scenes depicting violence. No prior acting experience is necessary, and we encourage real people and actors to apply. Please note that you must be able to work as a local hire in Erie, PA, as transportation and accommodation will not be provided.

Roles Casting:

Mother/Female Undercover Cop

• Age: 25 to 35 years old
• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Build: Slim/Lean
• Hair Color: Brown or black
• Appearance: Conservative
• Role Requirements: Must be comfortable acting out scenes depicting violence. Must be able to work in the Erie, PA area as a local hire. This is a featured lead role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act out scenes depicting violence in a True Crime series.
• Collaborate with the director and other cast members to accurately portray assigned roles.
• Maintain flexible availability to accommodate the shooting schedule.

Requirements:

• Comfortable with scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Erie, PA.
• Flexible availability for the shoot dates.
• No prior acting experience required.

Compensation:

• Rate: $200.00 for 10 hours. Overtime at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call: Featured Talent for True Crime Series

Job Description: We are casting featured talent for an upcoming true crime series shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania. This series will depict real-life crime stories, so applicants must be comfortable acting out scenes that depict violence. We are looking for both real people and actors, with no prior experience required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act out scenes depicting violent crime scenarios.
• Follow the director’s instructions to accurately portray assigned roles.
• Maintain flexible/open availability on all three dates as call times and wrap times are not predetermined.

Requirements:

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Erie, PA. No transportation or accommodation will be provided.
• Comfortable depicting scenes of violence.
• For the role of [YOUNG MARJORIE]:
  • Female, White, 18 to 24 years old to play much younger (young girl-teenager).
  • Height no taller than 5’1″.
  • Very slim/lean build.
  • Dark hair.
• Flexible and open availability for the specified work dates.

Compensation:

• $200.00 for 10 hours of work per day.
• Overtime pay at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call: Male Stand-In for The Chosen Season 5

Job Description: Brock Allen Casting is seeking a male stand-in with experience to work on the set of The Chosen Season 5. This role requires a reliable and professional individual who can match the physical specifications required for the stand-in position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand-in for the main actor during camera setups, lighting adjustments, and rehearsals.
• Maintain consistent physical positioning and movement as required by the director and camera crew.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth transitions between scenes.
• Follow direction accurately and maintain a professional demeanor on set.

Requirements:

• Male, 5’5” to 5’7” in height, around 145 lbs.
• Olive skin tone.
• Previous stand-in experience preferred.
• Ability to be punctual and reliable.
• Strong understanding of on-set protocols and procedures.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work.
• Shoot Dates: Monday, July 15th and Friday, July 19th.
• Location: Midlothian, TX.

Casting Call: Actor for “Knoxville” at Clarence Brown Theatre

Job Description: The Clarence Brown Theatre is urgently seeking a talented actor of any gender identity, aged between 16-45, to join the cast of “Knoxville,” directed by Josh Rhodes. This is a late replacement for another actor who has left the show. This role requires the ability to play the violin and sing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in the production of “Knoxville” as a cast member.
• Play the violin during the performance.
• Sing during the performance.
• Attend all scheduled rehearsals and performances.
• Collaborate effectively with the director, cast, and crew.

Requirements:

• Age range: 16-45.
• Must be able to play the violin.
• Must be able to sing.
• Availability for rehearsals starting July 30th.
• Availability for performances from September 4th to September 22nd.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to the production.
• Ability to collaborate in a professional theater environment.

Compensation Details:

• This role offers a competitive stipend commensurate with experience.
• If you are an undergraduate student, housing assistance will be provided if needed before the academic year begins.

Casting Call: Roadhouse Style Band for ACTRA Feature Film

Job Description: We are currently seeking a talented and dynamic Roadhouse Style Band for an exciting ACTRA feature film. This is a unique opportunity for a band to showcase their presence and energy in a professional production setting. The selected band will be featured in a scene set in a country bar.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear on set as a cohesive band unit, complete with instruments.
• Mime playing your instruments; actual singing or playing is not required.
• Follow direction from the film’s production team to ensure an authentic performance.
• Collaborate with other cast members and crew to achieve the desired scene.

Requirements:

• Must be a cohesive band with the following members (or a similar combination): Guitar player, Bass player, Drummer, Keyboard player, Fiddler, Singer, etc.
• Must own and bring your own instruments to the set.
• Previous experience in performing, even if not professionally, is preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team environment.
• Must be available for a day shoot on July 22nd in Toronto.

Compensation:

• Standard Screen Extra (SSE) rate of $341 for 8 hours of work.
• Additional $40 instrument rental fee for each band member.
• Overtime pay at a rate of $64 per hour if required.

Casting Call: Thomas, Suspect’s Ex for Oxygen’s Snapped Ep. 3416

Job Description: Oxygen Network’s true crime series “Snapped” is seeking a talented actor to portray Thomas, the suspect’s ex, in episode 3416. Filming will take place in Knoxville on Tuesday, July 16. This role involves no scripted audio but requires strong non-verbal acting skills to convey the storyline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Thomas, a suspect’s ex, with authenticity and emotional depth.
• Engage in scenes that may involve scripted violence and murder content.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude on set.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to achieve the desired performance.

Requirements:

• Male actor, late 20’s to 30’s.
• White, with short hair and a beard.
• Must closely resemble a younger version of the attached photo (exact match not necessary, but hair and beard should be similar).
• Comfortable with content involving scripted violence and murder.
• Ability to convey emotions and reactions without spoken dialogue.

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: $150/day.
• Hotel accommodation provided.

Casting Call: Child Actors for PSA – New Mexico

Job Description: We are seeking child actors for a Public Service Announcement (PSA) shoot in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is a rush casting call for various roles. The PSA aims to convey an important message and will require enthusiastic and expressive young actors. The shoot will take place on August 5 or 6, 2024.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional PSA shoot, following the director’s guidance.
• Perform assigned roles with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Collaborate with the production team and other actors to achieve the desired outcome.
• Adhere to the shoot schedule and maintain punctuality.

Requirements:

• Hispanic Boys: Ages 7-9
• Black Boys: Ages 5-7
• White Newborns: Age range from newborn to 12 months
• Must be local to New Mexico or able to work as a local hire in Albuquerque.
• Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Parents or guardians must accompany minors on set and be available for the entire duration of the shoot.

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $783 for the shoot.

Casting Call: Cheryl – Principal Role for “Minnesota – The Old Log – Pilot”

Job Description: Miami Talent Casting is seeking an experienced actress for the principal role of Cheryl in the upcoming pilot “Minnesota – The Old Log.” This role offers an exciting opportunity to portray a key character in a new and engaging story. The shoot will take place from August 5 to August 12, and travel expenses will be covered for those not local to Minnesota.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Cheryl, the matriarch of the Camden family, in a manner that exudes wealth and ease.
• Embody a character who has spent most of her life as a pampered princess but is now eager to manage a restaurant at a dinner theater she recently acquired with her husband.
• Demonstrate Cheryl’s big heart and her efforts to rally her staff and ensure the restaurant’s success, despite being out of her depth.
• Participate in rehearsals and collaborate with the director and other cast members to bring the character to life.
• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to the shooting schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 40-60, preferably Filipina or Asian, or of mixed ethnicity to portray a Filipina female.
• Previous acting experience, preferably in principal roles.
• Ability to convey a range of emotions and exhibit strong character development.
• Must be available for the full duration of the shoot from August 5 to August 12.
• Note if you are a local talent to Minnesota or your current location if not.

Compensation:

• Standard SAG ULB rate of $241 per day.
• Travel expenses will be covered for non-local talent.

Casting Call: Principal Role in “The Old Log – Pilot”

Job Description:
Miami Talent Casting is seeking a talented actor to portray Frank, a principal character in the pilot episode of “The Old Log.” The production will take place in Minnesota, and travel expenses are covered for the selected candidate. The shoot dates are from August 5th to August 12th. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting new project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Frank, a man in his 50s to 70s, who is passionate about theater and somewhat volatile in nature.
• Work collaboratively with the director and other actors to bring the character to life.
• Participate in rehearsals and table reads as scheduled.
• Adhere to the shooting schedule and be punctual for all call times.

Character Description:

• Frank: Male, Caucasian or can pass as Caucasian, aged 50-70.
  • WASP (White Anglo-Saxon Protestant) appearance with a great head of hair.
  • Zoey’s dad and Cheryl’s husband.
  • Retired early after selling his tech company for a substantial amount of money, allowing him to pursue his true passion for theater.
  • Enthusiastic about theater to the point of being blind to any operational issues.
  • Volatile but unaware of his volatility.

Requirements:

• Male actor, aged 50-70, Caucasian or able to portray a Caucasian male.
• Must have a great head of hair and fit the description of a WASP male.
• Prior acting experience preferred, especially in principal roles.
• Ability to travel to Minnesota for the shoot dates from August 5th to August 12th.
• Please indicate if you are a local talent or your current location if not.

Compensation:

• Standard SAG ULB (Ultra Low Budget) rate: $241 per day.
• Travel expenses to Minnesota will be covered.