Every week, we update this roundup to include gigs trending in California. From casting calls in Los Angeles to projects hiring in the Bay Area, we’ve found the best offerings looking for talent now. This week’s offerings include a campaign for Guitar Center and a resort shoot that pays $1,500. Also, bookmark this page for future open casting calls in California and other opportunities.
Palm Springs Resort Shoot
A video and photo shoot shoot for a Palm Springs hotel and resort wants actors and models, aged 25–55. The production is also looking for young talent, aged 5–17. Shooting is Aug. 26 in Palm Springs, California. Pay is a flat fee of $1,500 for adults and $800 for children.
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Short Film: “Static”
Join the cast of the short film “Static.” The horror story is about a struggling artist who is contacted by a hypnotic creature emanating as a frequency from a guitar amp. The production wants female talent with guitar skills, aged 20–29, to play Rocky, a role that requires wearing a ridiculous costume and contact lenses, along with hair styling and makeup. Shooting is Sept. 5–6 in Los Angeles, California. Pay is $600–$1,000 for a 2-day shoot.
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Hand Model for Jewelry Photo Shoot
A jewelry product shoot for Kamal Trading is seeking female hand models, aged 18–35. The production wants talent with well-groomed hands with smooth skin tone and no blemishes. Shooting is for multiple weeks at a showroom in Anaheim, California; a manicure may be required prior to shooting. Pay is an estimated $4,000 for a 16-day shoot, or $250 per day.
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Short Film: “Badfish”
The short film “Badfish” is looking for talent. The story is about a couple who are popular on YouTube for sailing videos. The pair believe one their subscribers may have followed them on their latest journey. The production wants male talent with strong swimming skills, aged 21–35, to play the couple’s builder and fixer, plus more. Shooting is Sept. 20–25 on Catalina Island, California. Pay is $250–$300 per day for principals, plus travel and accommodations. Pay is $125 per day for background roles.
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Guitar Center Lifestyle Campaign
A lifestyle campaign for Guitar Center is looking for musicians, aged 18–30, who are expressive and confident. The production is seeking talent who can shred on guitar or bass, build a great groove on the drums, command the piano or keyboard, program terrific beats, own the stage as a vocalist, or have a similar musical skill. Shooting is in California. Pay is $350–$750 for an 8-hour shoot, plus reimbursement for gas.
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Candle Brand Photo Shoot
A photo shoot for a candle brand is seeking white female talent with blonde hair, aged 25–45. The ad will feature talent pushing and bumping through a crowd of 100 people for an extended period, experiencing a range of emotions. Shooting is Sept. 10 in Los Angeles, California. Pay is $2,500 for a 10-hour shoot.
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Short Film: “Tejidos”
The short film “Tejidos” is looking for talent. The drama is about three generations of women navigating motherhood while healing from their inherited trauma. The production wants female talent who can speak Spanish, aged 18–27, to play a second-generation Mexican American woman who is a people pleaser, plus more. Shooting is Oct. 24–25 in San Jose, California. Pay is $150–$325 per day, depending on the role.
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Ryze Superfoods Product Photo Shoot
A product photo shoot for Ryze Superfoods wants models with well-groomed hands, aged 30–40, for close-up product shots. Talent will also have their face featured in supporting lifestyle content. Shooting is Aug. 26 in the Redondo Beach area of Los Angeles, California. Pay is $800 for a 5-hour shoot.
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Short Film: “Cruel Joke”
Join the cast of the short film “Cruel Joke.” The story is about an amateur comedian who is haunted by an apparition that aims to prevent his performance. The production wants male talent with standup and sketch comedy experience, aged 18–35, to play Max, who is insecure but hungry to perform, as well as female talent with some standup skills, aged 18–35, to play Vicky, who understands and defends Max, plus more. Shooting is this October in Los Angeles or San Diego, California. Pay is $187.50–$250 per day, depending on the role, plus travel and lodging.
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Short Film: “Aria”
Join the cast of the short film “Aria.” The story is about a grieving police officer who rents a room from a dying Spanish opera singer, leading to an unexpected friendship. The production wants Hispanic female talent, aged 70–89, to play the funny, stubborn, and smart Catrina, who now uses a wheelchair for mobility, white male talent, aged 35–54, to play the isolated and wounded Michael, who is struggling with grief and addiction, plus more. Auditions are July 30–31, with shooting Oct. 24–29, all in Los Angeles, California. Pay is $250 per day.
Want this gig? Apply here.
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- Los Angeles auditions for kids
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