Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: TV Series – Role of Abigail

Project Description:

We are casting for the role of Abigail, a 5-year-old Black Jamaican girl for a historical TV series set on an 18th-century Jamaican plantation. Abigail is the daughter of enslaved plantation workers. Despite the hardships of her family’s life, Abigail’s home life is filled with joy and love. She enjoys singing traditional African songs taught to her by her grandmother, and her parents work to protect her, providing her with a playful and nurturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the innocence, joy, and playful spirit of Abigail within a challenging historical context.
• Participate in scenes that focus on the familial bond and cultural heritage through music and play.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to authentically bring Abigail’s joyful and loving family dynamic to life.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 5 years old (must be able to convincingly portray 5)
• Nationality: Jamaican or of Jamaican descent preferred
• Ability to perform simple singing, as the role requires participation in traditional African songs.
• Must be able to convey childlike innocence, joy, and emotion in a supportive family environment.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay. Full details will be discussed upon successful casting.

Casting Call: TV Series – Role of Betina

Project Description:

We are casting for the role of Betina, a courageous 15-year-old Black Jamaican girl for a historical TV series set in an 18th-century Jamaican plantation. Betina is an enslaved worker at Hope Hill, displaying remarkable bravery despite her young age. Influenced by an elder worker who teaches her the principles of African spirituality, Betina joins a rebellion against the plantation, seeking justice and freedom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the emotional and physical journey of Betina as she navigates life on the plantation and participates in the rebellion.
• Participate in scenes that may involve intense emotions, action sequences, and dialogue reflecting historical themes.
• Work closely with the director and other actors to authentically portray Betina’s strength, resilience, and connection to African spirituality.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 15 years old (must be able to convincingly portray 15)
• Nationality: Jamaican or of Jamaican descent preferred
• Strong acting skills required to convey emotional depth.
• Comfortable with portraying historical themes surrounding slavery and rebellion.

Compensation:

Competitive pay. Full details will be discussed upon successful casting.

Casting Call: Lead Female Role for Hip Hop Music Video

Job Description:

We are casting for the Lead Female role in an upcoming hip hop music video. The role requires a confident and dynamic performer who is comfortable in an intimate on-screen role with both a male and female artist. This is a high-profile project featuring major hip hop artists, and it provides a great opportunity to work on a visually exciting production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Play the lead female role, interacting closely with both the male and female hip hop artists.
• Be comfortable with on-screen kissing and intimate scenes with both artists.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure a smooth and professional shoot.
• Be prepared for a 10-12 hour shoot.

Requirements:

• Age: 21-35 years old
• Gender: Female-identifying
• Ethnicity: African American
• Must be comfortable with on-screen kissing scenes with both a male and female artist.
• Must be available for the full duration of the shoot.

Compensation:

• Rate: $1,000 for 10-12 hours of work.

Casting Call: Roles for USC Grad Capstone Short Film

Job Description:

We are casting for multiple lead and supporting roles in a USC Grad Capstone short film that will be shooting in Los Angeles. The film explores meaningful and emotional narratives centered around the personal journey of freezing eggs and confronting unexpected medical news. We are seeking local talent to portray compelling, independent characters with a strong emotional range.

Roles:

1. June (Lead Role)
   • Age: 30s
   • Gender: Female-identifying
   • Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
   • Character Description: June is a mid-plus-sized woman, comfortable in her skin. She is independent, intelligent, and kind-hearted, someone who prides herself on being self-reliant. She’s undergoing the egg-freezing process when she receives troubling medical news. June would rather repair her own leaking sink than ask for help.
2. Whitney (Lead Role)
   • Age: 30s
   • Gender: Female-identifying
   • Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
   • Character Description: Whitney is dry, sarcastic, and adventurous. She’s the life of the party but feels awkward in intimate settings. Whitney is June’s best friend and serves as her emotional support through the egg-freezing process.
3. Dr. Page (Supporting Role)
   • Age: 40s
   • Gender: Female-identifying
   • Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
   • Character Description: A warm and supportive OB/GYN, Dr. Page is relatable and always acts in the best interests of her patients. She delivers difficult medical news to June and feels conflicted by the restrictions of the medical system.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray assigned character with emotional depth and authenticity.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring the script to life.
• Be available for 4 days of filming in Los Angeles.

Requirements:

• Must be local to Los Angeles.
• Comfortable portraying emotionally charged scenes.
• Must be available for rehearsals and shoot days.

Compensation:

• Copy/Credit Only.

Casting Call: Female Actor for “Stylist” Role in Popular LA Brand Promo Video

Job Description:

United Casting Agency (UCA) is seeking a female actor, aged 21-30, to portray a Stylist in a promotional video for a popular LA brand. This role requires someone who can embody the creativity and professionalism of a stylist. It’s an excellent opportunity to be featured in a professionally produced video for a well-known brand based in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Play the role of a Stylist in various scenes for the promotional video.
• Follow direction from the production team to authentically represent the brand.
• Bring personality and flair to the role to effectively showcase the brand’s fashion-forward image.

Requirements:

• Female identifying, aged 21-30.
• Any ethnicity is welcome to apply.
• Must be local to Los Angeles or able to work as a local hire.
• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 for 2 hours of work.

Casting Call: Male Actor for “Homie” Role in Popular LA Brand Promo Video

Job Description:

United Casting Agency (UCA) is seeking a male actor, aged 21-30, to portray a Homie in a promotional video for a popular LA brand. We are looking for someone who can bring an authentic and engaging presence to the role. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a professionally produced video for a well-known brand in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Play the role of a Homie in various scenes for the promo video.
• Follow the direction from the production team to deliver an authentic portrayal.
• Bring energy and personality to the role to effectively represent the brand.

Requirements:

• Male identifying, aged 21-30.
• African American, Hispanic, or Asian ethnicity.
• Must be local to Los Angeles or able to work as a local hire.
• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 for 2 hours of work.

asting Call: Male Actor for Online Fashion Piece

Job Description:

CBA Casting is looking for a characterful male-identifying actor to play a delivery driver in an online fashion piece. The role requires someone who can bring personality and charm to the character in a short, fun social media ad for a fashion brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a delivery driver in an online fashion piece.
• Deliver a characterful, expressive performance that enhances the brand’s vision.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure a smooth shoot.

Requirements:

• Male-identifying actor, aged 30-45 years old.
• Any ethnicity is welcome to apply.
• Must be available for the shoot day in London.
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Comfortable taking direction and able to express character through facial expressions and body language.

Compensation:

• This is a paid role. Payment details will be provided upon booking.

Casting Call: Stand-Ins for Amazon Streaming Series in Nashville

Job Description:

We are casting experienced non-union stand-ins for the upcoming Amazon streaming series, Scarpetta, filming in the Nashville area. We are seeking stand-ins with prior experience who can commit to the full run of the shoot, from late October through early March. You must be able to work Monday through Friday and commit to being available for 12+ hours per day, though you may not be needed for the full duration each day.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a stand-in for lead actors, helping the crew set up lighting, camera shots, and scene blocking.
• Follow specific direction from the production team to match the movements and positioning of the lead actors.
• Be available and ready to work long hours, maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements:

• Must have prior stand-in experience.
• Must be local to the Nashville area or willing to work as a local hire.
• Thin physique, 5’10” – 6’0″ tall (please only submit if you fit this description).
• Must be able to commit to working Monday through Friday from late October through early March.
• Able to work 12+ hours per day when needed.

Compensation:

• Rate: $189.00 per day for 12 hours of work (12-hour guarantee), plus time and a half after 12 hours.

Casting Call: Featured Female for Celebrity Crime Series (Reenactments)

Job Description:

Destination Casting is seeking a non-union African American or Mixed Ethnicity female to portray Yaasmyn in a reenactment for a celebrity crime series filming in the Atlanta/Hiram, GA area. The role involves recreating real-life events for a crime show and requires a strong ability to convey emotion and action without dialogue.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Yaasmyn, an African American or mixed ethnicity woman, aged 45-60, with dark hair and a skin tone matching the reference photo.
• Perform in reenactment scenes that require non-verbal acting skills to convey emotion and actions.
• Follow direction from the production team to accurately recreate the events for the reenactment.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta/Hiram, GA, as travel and housing are not provided.

Requirements:

• Female, African American or Mixed Ethnicity, aged 45-60.
• Dark hair and a skin tone matching the reference photo provided in the casting call.
• Must be able to work locally in the Atlanta/Hiram, GA area.
• Strong non-verbal acting skills to portray reenactment scenes without dialogue.
• Non-union actors only.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 for 12 hours of work.