The hit Netflix teen drama “Outer Banks” will officially return for its fifth and final season on Aug. 20, wrapping up its six-year run with an action-and-adventure-packed 10 new episodes. After you check out the Season 5 teaser trailer, check out more teen-centric stories, mysteries, and adventures in search of talent right now.
“Paradise”
Join the proof-of-concept cast of “Paradise,” an adventure-drama film following a pair of young friends who impulsively run away in search of a dreamland they call Paradise, only to meet the cruelty of the world through a young girl being trafficked. Talent, aged 10–15, is sought for a trio of lead roles, and a male actor, aged 40–70, is wanted for a supporting role. Filming is scheduled for Aug. 26–Sept. 2 in Woodlawn, Virginia. Pay is $250 per day for up to eight days of work, with all travel and accommodations provided.
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“Antelope Valley”
JTF FILMS is continuing its search for talent for “Antelope Valley,” a narrative short set in the California high desert about a young man returning home to sign off on the demolition of a desert tower, only to be pulled back to the very night his older brother died. California-based actors, aged 16–39, are wanted for several lead roles, including the film’s leads. Auditions will be held by appointment on Aug. 8 in Los Angeles. Filming will take place in October. Pay is $150–$250 per day for six days of work.
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“Summer at Windridge”
New Realm Studios is casting talent for “Summer at Windridge,” a family drama film following a written-off city teen and a local Indigenous girl who join forces to save a sacred grove from a resort development. Ontario-based actors, aged 15–65, are sought for lead and supporting roles. Submissions must be received by July 23. Filming is scheduled for Aug. 18–Sept. 7 in the Greater Toronto Area. Pay is CA$300–$350 per day.
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“Fresh Air”
Casting is underway for “Fresh Air,” a coming-of-age/character-driven indie feature exploring family, identity, and the uncertain transition into adulthood. Georgia-based actors, aged 20–48, are sought for a pair of lead roles and a supporting role, including the role of the protagonist, Jason. Filming is scheduled for this fall in Atlanta. Pay is $1,000–$2,000 for the supporting role and $3,500–$5,000 for lead roles.
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“Imposter Syndrome”
Land a major role in “Imposter Syndrome,” an indie coming-of-age psychological drama following a high school student as he struggles with grief, academic pressure, perfectionism, identity, and learning who he truly wants to become. New York City-based actors, aged 13–50, are sought for several roles in the project, including the unnamed protagonist. Filming is scheduled for late July through August in Brooklyn. Pay is $150–$800 for day players, $500–$3,000 for supporting roles, and $2,000–$5,000 for the lead role.
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