The Best Gigs for the Gemini Actor

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If you’re a Gemini actor looking for a role that rewards your versatility, you’ve come to the right place. To commemorate the onset of Gemini Season (May 21–June 20), we’ve curated a list of projects that need your charisma and boundless energy. From mysteries with unexpected twists to romantic comedies full of witty banter, here are the best casting calls for the performer who loves to be everything and everywhere, all at once.

Netflix’s “Pagans,”  

Casting is underway for the upcoming Netflix series “Pagans.” Production is looking for young female talent, aged 10–14, for the series regular role of Alice, the black sheep of her family, who is both confused and intrigued by her dark inclinations. Talent must speak with a standard American accent and not exceed height requirements. Filming is scheduled from September through early April 2027 in New York. Talent will be paid on a SAG-AFTRA or UBCP-ACTRA collective bargaining agreement. 

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High-Impact Vertical Drama Series 

A vertical drama series is casting lead female talent, aged 18–35, and lead male talent, aged 18–40. Roles demand expressive features, strong emotional range, and undeniable on-screen magnetism. Shooting takes place in New York in the spring. Roles pay up to $6,400. 

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Well-Known Accessory Shoot, M+F Models 

Casting is underway for an e-commerce shoot for a popular bag company. Production is looking for men and women, aged 25-45. Shooting takes place on June 1 in Brooklyn, New York. Roles paying up to $800.

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Feature Film: "Her Twin"

Join the cast of the feature film "Her Twin." The psychological thriller is about a high-powered executive who creates an AI version of herself. The production wants female talent, aged 27–38, to play both the brilliant and controlling Lena, and her more powerful and dangerous twin. Shooting is in Detroit, Michigan. Pay is $1,250–$1,500 for a 5-day shoot, plus compensation for travel.

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Short Film: "SQUAD"  

The short film "SQUAD" is seeking Black male talent, aged 16–24. The story is about a teenage cadet given a chance to lead, which causes friction with his most trusted friend. Talent will play the charming and manipulative James, a 17-year-old schemer who controls people with ease. Shooting is June 20–21 in Aurora, Colorado. Pay is $200 for a 2-day shoot.

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Feature Film: “The Pack Rat” 

The feature film "The Pack Rat" is looking for female talent, aged 25–30. The story is about a beach hoarder searching for a sunken fortune who falls for an elusive woman on a mysterious yacht. Talent will play the charming socialite Charlene, who is a compulsive liar and wants a career in theater. Shooting is early 2027 in New York City. Pay is $8,720 for a 20-day shoot.  

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Feature Film: “The Way Out” 

The feature film "The Way Out" is seeking male talent of small stature, aged 40–70. The horror story is about a group of YouTubers who get trapped inside a dead family's labyrinthine mansion. Talent will play Harrington, a mysterious jerk who has a conjoined twin's head on top of his own. Harrington likes to argue and glue people together. The role will require VFX and possibly makeup. Shooting is late June 28–July in the Los Angeles, California area. Pay is $1,000 for a 4-day shoot. 

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Short Film: “Not For Nothing”

The short film "Not For Nothing" is looking for female talent, aged 22–40, to play a dual role. The dystopian sci-fi thriller is about a woman being led to her death by an AI companion as part of an organ-harvesting operation. Talent will play two roles: Elle, a young woman struggling with a deep sense of meaninglessness, and her identical-looking AI companion, part therapist and part manipulative handler. Shooting is this September in NYC. Pay is $1,200 for a 30-hour shoot, plus travel and lodging. 

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Short Film: “The Bellydancer” 

The short film "The Bellydancer" wants white or multiethnic male talent, aged 26–32, for a supporting role. The story is about a promising young dancer who is making a name for herself in the industry when things go awry. Talent will play the charismatic and funny journalist Jacob, who is living a double life. Shooting is this June in NYC. Pay is $500 for a 2-day shoot.

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Short Film: “Color of Law”  

The short film "Color of Law" is seeking female talent, aged 30–50, for a supporting role. The gritty detective noir is about a jaded private eye caught between a ruthless mob boss and a ring of corrupt cops. Talent will play Sofia, who hides her corruption and concealed manipulation beneath a sophisticated and alluring facade. Shooting is this summer in Los Angeles, California. Pay is $300 for a 3-day shoot.

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Short Film: “The Businessman”

Join the cast of the short film "The Businessman." The dark comedy, adapted from an Edgar Allen Poe story, is about a self-important hustler. The production wants lanky male talent, aged 36–46, to portray a sleazy and eccentric magician. Shooting is this summer in Illinois. Pay is $200 for a 2-day shoot.  

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Short Film: “Time of Our Lives” 

Join the cast of the ensemble comedy "Time of Our Lives." The production wants Black or multiethnic female talent with comedy skills, aged 21–28, to play the witty and charismatic Ivy, who speaks before she thinks and is always the life of the party. Shooting is late this summer in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Pay is $100–$150 per day. 

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