Casting Calls in Atlanta and Nationwide: Opportunities for Aspiring Actors

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Atlanta has emerged as a prime location for aspiring actors looking to enter the entertainment industry, offering numerous casting calls. This roundup features local projects in Atlanta and various opportunities across the nation, highlighting roles in feature films, scripted shows, and documentaries. From lead roles to background extras, actors aged 5 to 100 are sought. Industry professionals can engage in remote work or experience the vibrant filmmaking environment in cities like Farmington, New Mexico and Cooperstown, NY. The spotlight is shining bright with diverse paths for success.

Casting Calls in Atlanta and Nationwide: Opportunities for Aspiring Actors

The vibrant city of Atlanta has become a hotspot for aspiring actors seeking to break into the entertainment industry. With the glitz and glam of Hollywood attracting many, casting calls play a pivotal role in launching successful careers. For those looking to step into the spotlight, a variety of casting opportunities are available, both locally in Atlanta and across the nation.

Current Casting Projects in Atlanta:

1. Feature Film
   • Roles: Clerk (day player, ages 18-40), Cop (day player, ages 18-100), Nurse (day player, ages 18-30)
   • Average hourly rate: Not available
2. Feature Film
   • Roles: High School Students (background extra, ages 18-20), College Student Party Goers (supporting, ages 18-20), Robert (High Schooler, supporting, male, ages 18-20)
   • Average hourly rate: $15
3. Scripted Show
   • Roles: Detective Brandon Carter (lead, male, ages 25-42), Samantha Reed (supporting, female, ages 18-29), Jamel Davis (supporting, male, ages 18-27)
   • Average hourly rate: $25
4. Scripted Show
   • Roles: Family (lead, ages 8-50), Host (lead, ages 35-45)
   • Average hourly rate: $40
5. Documentary
   • Roles: Pre-K-12 Teacher (background extra, ages 30-50), Director of Photography/Cinematographer (crew), Sound Mixer (crew)
   • Average hourly rate: $42
6. Short Film
   • Roles: Hugo (supporting, male, ages 35-50), Sable (supporting, male, ages 40-50)
   • Average hourly rate: $19
7. Short Film
   • Roles: Video Editor (crew), VFX Artist (crew)
   • Average hourly rate: Not available
8. Scripted Show
   • Roles: Emma (day player, female, ages 20-40), Lawyers (background extra, female and male, ages 20-50), Dr. White and Isabella’s Doctor (day player, female and male, ages 25-50)
   • Average hourly rate: Not available
9. Short Film
   • Roles: John (lead, male, ages 18-30), Silas (lead, male, ages 40-60), Mark (day player, male, ages 30-50)
   • Average hourly rate: $37
10. Short Film
    • Roles: Cinematographer (crew)
    • Average hourly rate: $95
11. Feature Film
    • Roles: Jenna (day player, ages 18-30)
    • Average hourly rate: $125
12. Feature Film
    • Roles: Will (supporting, male, ages 18-29)
    • Average hourly rate: $16
13. Feature Film
    • Roles: Extras (background extra, ages 10-70)
    • Average hourly rate: Not available
14. Scripted Show in Chattanooga, TN
    • Roles: Character Actors (supporting, female and male, ages 5-100)
    • Average hourly rate: $85
15. Feature Film in Columbia, SC
    • Roles: Malcolm (lead, male, ages 35-38), Aliyah (lead, female, ages 37-39), Ciara (supporting, female, ages 35-42)
    • Average hourly rate: $25
16. Short Film in Birmingham, AL
    • Roles: Woman (lead, ages 25-30), Tour WOMAN (supporting, female, ages 20-30), Tiktok Content Creator (content creators & real people, ages 20-23)
    • Average hourly rate: Not available

Additional Nationwide Opportunities:

• Remote Work: Male actors aged 20–40 sought to create social media content for Primerica.
  • Pay: $1,100 (including five-year full buyout).
• Feature Film “Redhawk”: Looking for actors aged 8–55 for lead and supporting roles, along with crew positions.
  • Production dates: July 28–Aug. 29 in Farmington, New Mexico.
  • Pay: $400–$500 per day for cast, $3,750–$10,000 for crew.
• Documentary TV Series: Seeking nationwide talent aged 18–70 with unusual addictions or obsessions.
  • Pay: $1,000 for two days of filming.
• MainStage Production of “Hamlet”: Actors aged 20–40 needed for the title role in Cooperstown, NY.
  • Pay: $2,000 with housing included.
• Feature Film “Kill Trip”: Various roles available for actors aged 21–75; filming in Austin.
  • Pay: $250 per day for up to nine days.
• Horror Film “Poask”: White male actor aged 18–35 needed for recasting.
  • Pay: $150–$200 per day for 14 days from Fall 2025.

Various other films and productions are actively seeking actors and crew from ages 3-79, featuring a range of pay structures to accommodate different needs and talents.

Conclusion:

This compelling roundup of casting calls underscores the vast opportunities available for aspiring actors to pursue roles not only in Atlanta but also nationwide. The dynamic entertainment landscape awaits those eager to shine!

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Casting Opportunities Abound in Atlanta

Additional Resources

• Fox 5 Atlanta: Casting Call Jan 29, 2025
• Backstage: Nationwide Casting Opportunities
• Backstage: Casting Alert for Kids
• Fox 5 Atlanta: Casting Call Feb 5, 2025
• Backstage: Reality TV Casting Calls
• Wikipedia: Casting Call
• Google Search: Acting Casting Calls
• Google Scholar: Film Casting
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Casting Directors
• Google News: Casting Calls Atlanta

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