If you’ve been searching for child actor roles and new opportunities, this roundup is a must-read. Each week, we update this list to include the best gigs for young talent. From an ad campaign for a famous sneaker brand to a thriller feature film with supernatural elements, these are the top casting calls and auditions for kids this week.
Sportswear Sneaker Advertising Shoot
A world famous sneaker brand’s ad campaign wants young talent, aged 8–14. The production is looking for charismatic and lively talent who are comfortable in front of the camera. Shooting is in October in Los Angeles, California. Talent will be paid $600–$1,000 for an 8-hour shoot.
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Kitchenware Commercial
A product shoot for a kitchenware company wants Asian, Indian, Indigenous Peoples, Latino, Middle Eastern, or multiethnic talent with braces, aged 12–17. Content will be used on social media platforms. Shooting will take place in Irvington, New York. Talent will be paid $250 for a 3-hour shoot.
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“The Rows”
The feature film “The Rows” is looking for Asian, Black, or multiethnic female talent, aged 7–10. The thriller features supernatural elements, and is about a girl pursued by masked men through a cornfield. Talent will play Lucy, an adorable yet tough and resourceful girl who lives on a secluded farm with her family and their dog. The role requires running, climbing, crawling, and jumping scenes, and talent should be athletic. Shooting is Oct. 23–Nov. 1 in Williamsburg, Ohio. Talent will be paid $125 per day.
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Comedic Shorts for Staffing Company
A series of short comedic videos for a staffing company is seeking talent with comedy skills, aged 8–17. Talent will portray new employees at a company who must deal with the adults. Shooting is Oct. 18 near Tysons Corner, Virginia. Talent must provide their own wardrobe and will be paid $250 for a 4-hour shoot.
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“Jesa”
The short film “Jesa” is looking for Asian male talent, aged 8–14. Talent will play Jin, an Americanized Korean child who longs to reconnect with his Dad’s side of the family. The role is in English, but talent with some Korean speaking skills are encouraged to apply. Shooting is Nov. 10–12 in New Jersey or Upstate New York. Talent will be paid $150 per day.
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“Between Two Waves”
The feature film “Between Two Waves,” a psychological thriller about a haunted house, wants young talent. The production is looking for white female talent with a thin build, aged 8–12 with light brown hair and blue eyes. Shooting is Oct. 8 in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Talent will be paid $216 for a 6-hour shoot.
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Rawhide Youth Services Therapy
A television commercial for Rawhide Youth Services is looking for BIPOC talent, aged 13–16. The non-profit company’s mission is to help at-risk youth discover a healthy and fulfilling life. Shooting is for 2–3 hours, Oct. 9–11, in New London, Wisconsin. Talent will be paid $200 per hour, plus compensation for travel.
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“Paper Flowers”
The short film “Paper Flowers” wants Latina or multiethnic female talent, aged 4–7, who is fluent in Spanish. Set in the early ‘90s in Chicago, the story is about a pair of Latino kids using their imagination to deal with their parents’ immigration problems. Talent will play the joy-filled Gabi, a beacon of playfulness. Rehearsals and shooting is in Chicago, Illinois. Talent will be paid $125–$216 per day, depending on union status.
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“Payback”
The short film “Payback” is looking for young talent. The comedy is about a guy who abuses his birthday wishes for personal gain. The production wants white male talent, aged 9–11, to play the main character at a younger age, and Black, Latino, or multiethnic talent, aged 9–11, to play a supporting character at a younger age. Both roles require cursing. Shooting is mid-October in NYC. Talent will be paid $125 per day, plus meals and travel reimbursement.
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“EXP: More Than Just a Building”
A short video celebrating the launch of Northeastern University’s newest research center wants female talent, aged 9–13, to play a curious scientist. The production also wants male talent, aged 14–20, to play a high school student. Shooting is the first week of October in Boston, Massachusetts. Talent will be paid $500 for a 4-hour shoot.
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Lifestyle Video
A lifestyle video for a stroller company wants toddlers, aged 1–5, for B-roll footage. Shooting is Oct. 5 in Los Angeles, California. Talent will be paid $250 for a 4-hour shoot.
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