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"title": "Casting Alert: YouTube Series \u2018Truth Or Drink,\u2019 A Soft Drink Social Media Ad, and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include the YouTube series Truth Or Drink, a Soft Drink Social Media Ad, and an E-commerce Campaign seeking male models. If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
This fun vertical short for the popular YouTube channel CUT is casting real people ready to play Truth or Drink and confess something \u2014 big or small \u2014 to a friend, family member, partner, coworker, or ex on camera.
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ARE YOU GAY AND WANT TO TELL YOUR PARENTS/FRIEND? Ages 18\u201334, any gender. Looking for individuals ready to come out to a parent or friend in a safe, supportive studio shoot while playing Truth or Drink on CUT.
WANT TO COME OUT TO SOMEONE? Ages 18\u201335, any gender. Play Truth or Drink with a friend, family member, coworker, or teammate on the popular YouTube channel CUT in a safe and supportive environment. Include in your submission note who you’d like to come out to.
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CONFESS TO SOMEONE YOU KNOW Ages 21\u201334, open to men, women, non-binary, trans men, and trans women. Confess something to a friend, family member, partner, coworker, or ex during a fun Truth or Drink segment. Please share your secret in your submission notes.
An upcoming e-commerce clothing campaign is seeking male models of any size, body type, and skin tone, available to shoot in New York City during the month of July.
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Roles being cast:
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MODEL Ages 18\u201340, male. Any size, body type, and skin tone welcome. Must be available in July. Please include your email, Instagram or portfolio link, and phone number in your submission note.
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"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/fox-fear-factor-house-of-fear-short-film-casting-alert/",
"title": "Casting Alert: Fox\u2019s \u2018Fear Factor \u2013 House of Fear,\u2019 \u2018Dick Tracy,\u2019 and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include a brand-new competition game show seeking real dancers in Los Angeles, Fox’s Fear Factor reboot looking for bold contestants nationwide, and a Dick Tracy short film casting its leads.
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If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
A brand new competition game show for a major network is casting teams of three in the Greater Los Angeles area for a one-day shoot with the chance to win real money.
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Roles being cast:
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REAL DANCERS Ages 18\u201365, all genders. Casting real dancers for an episode. Teams of 3 \u2014 friends, coworkers, family, or any dynamic trio with genuine chemistry.
The iconic Fear Factor is back, and casting is now open nationwide for fearless individuals ready to live together, face mind-blowing stunts and harrowing challenges, and compete for a grand prize.
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Roles being cast:
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BOLD & DYNAMIC CONTESTANTS Ages 18\u201360, open to men, women, non-binary, trans men, and trans women. Must be ready to face fears, live with competitors, and take on extreme stunts and challenges for the chance to walk away with the grand prize.
This short film follows Dick Tracy after he guns down the murderous son of Big Boy Caprice and finds himself with a hit put out on his head, and is now casting its two leads.
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Roles being cast:
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DICK TRACY Ages 40\u201345, man. Square-jawed, handsome, with a muscular physique and jet-black hair. A deep voice is preferred, and familiarity with the character is a plus.
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TESS TRUEHEART Ages 25\u201335, woman. Tess Trueheart is a statuesque woman reminiscent of the “Hitchcock Blonde.”
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"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/netflix-casting-director-julie-tucker-interview-how-we-role/",
"title": "How Actors Can Play the Long Game with Netflix Casting Director Julie Tucker",
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Emmy-winning casting director Julie Tucker shares practical audition advice, industry perspective, and a reminder actors may need right now.
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For Tucker, kindness isn’t just a personality trait. It’s a professional philosophy.
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“Kindness is my religion,” Tucker says during a recent episode of How We Roll. “It is respect\u2026 one can be really kind and fierce. And I think that’s an important thing to be.”
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The two-time Emmy-winning casting director has spent more than two decades helping build some of television’s most memorable worlds, with credits including The Americans, Homeland, Nurse Jackie, The Affair, Damages, and most recently Netflix’s The Beast in Me.
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In her conversation with host Robert Peterpaul, Tucker offered insight into everything from audition preparation and self-tape habits to survival jobs, social media, and navigating an industry that’s still evolving after years of disruption.
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In this interview for actors, you’ll learn:
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\u2022 Why virtual auditions still dominate and what returning to offices looks like \u2022 Kindness as respect that creates safety and courage in auditions \u2022 A healthy actor mindset for beginners and why it can be a golden period \u2022 Survival jobs that feed your craft and build character (literally) \u2022 What makes an audition feel undeniable versus merely \u201cgood\u201d \u2022 The differences in casting a limited series versus network TV \u2022 Why you should stop after three self-tape takes \u2022 How casting is championing you behind the scenes \u2022 Why a mistake in the audition can actually help you book, plus more
When asked about the current state of the entertainment business, Tucker described a landscape that looks different depending on where you’re standing.
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“There are pockets that are thriving and feel abundant,” she says. “But then there’s also areas that are in more of the rebirth stage.”
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While she’s seen consistent work on the East Coast, Tucker acknowledges that many industry professionals are still feeling uncertainty. Her outlook, however, remains hopeful.
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“I do think there’s stuff bubbling underneath that once it starts growing, we’ll begin to feel abundant again.”
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The Best Survival Job Might Be One You Can Learn From
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Actors often ask what kinds of jobs work best alongside an acting career. Tucker’s answer isn’t about finding the perfect flexible schedule. It’s about finding experiences you can eventually bring into your work.
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“One of the best survival jobs is temping because you get into worlds and you have to act.” She points out that exposure to different professions can become valuable character research later.
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“When you have to play a lawyer or an accountant or whatever it is, you have that exposure and you don’t have to act it. You’re like, ‘Oh, I know how to be this. I was around it.'” Most importantly, she reminds actors that paying bills is a legitimate purpose.
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“Purpose is I’m paying my rent. I’m paying my student loans. That is a huge purpose.”
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What Makes an Audition Stand Out?
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For Tucker, the most memorable auditions aren’t necessarily the most technically perfect. “It’s a feeling,” she explains. “You’re pulled in in a different way than paying attention.” When that happens, her analytical brain quiets down.
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“I’m not thinking as much about the performance when that’s happening.” That doesn’t always mean the actor is right for the role. But it does mean they’ve made an impact. “Something about them is affecting me.”
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Stop Doing So Many Takes
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One of Tucker’s strongest pieces of advice centered on self-tapes. While actors often submit multiple takes in search of perfection, she believes that too many options can actually work against them.
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“The more takes you do, the harder it becomes.” Her rule of thumb? “Once you’re really past three, something in your preparation is off.”
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Instead of endlessly recording, Tucker encourages actors to create a clear distinction between rehearsal and performance. “Your preparation should be such that you are stepping into your tape setup and you’re like, ‘I’m gonna go do that job.'” Giving yourself only a few chances can help recreate the energy actors naturally bring into a live audition room.
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Mistakes Aren’t the Problem. Recovery Is.
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Perhaps the most reassuring advice from the conversation came when Tucker discussed mistakes. Many actors panic when they stumble over a line or experience a technical issue during a self-tape. Tucker sees those moments differently.
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“Auditions are never about the mistakes. They’re always about the recovery.” In fact, a small mistake can tell her something valuable. “What it shows me is that they can recover. I need to know they can recover on a set.”
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Rather than aiming for perfection, actors should focus on staying present and moving forward. “I want to feel confident in their ability to do that on set.”
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Social Media Doesn’t Need to Be a Performance
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When asked what she likes to see from actors online, Tucker’s answer was simple.
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“Truth. I just like who they are.” She views social media much like the postcards actors used to send casting offices: a way to stay connected and share what you’re working on. “I love getting to know people that way.” Authenticity, not branding, is what stands out.
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Your Headshot Is Still One of Your Most Important Tools
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If Tucker could give one practical piece of profile advice, it would be to keep your headshot current.
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“A really current picture is everything.” A strong photo doesn’t just show what you look like. It tells a story. “The thing tells a story. And if you get that right, then I know what to call you in for.”
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Don’t Dig Up the Seeds
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At the end of the conversation, Tucker shared a metaphor she’s carried throughout her career. “Don’t go digging up the seeds to see what’s growing.”
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It’s advice for actors tempted to constantly check results, seek validation, or measure progress before it’s had time to develop. “If I was Mother Nature, I’d be digging up everything to see what’s happening under it. Nothing would ever grow.”
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After decades in the industry, she’s watched careers rise, stall, shift, and flourish again. “We are no different.”
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The work still needs care. It still needs attention. But it also needs patience. “Trust what’s happening.”
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And sometimes, Tucker says, the healthiest thing you can do is walk away from the garden for a little while and let it grow.
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Submit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!
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And I think that’s an important thing to be.”\n\n\n\nThe two-time Emmy-winning casting director has spent more than two decades helping build some of television’s most memorable worlds, with credits including The Americans, Homeland, Nurse Jackie, The Affair, Damages, and most recently Netflix’s The Beast in Me.\n\n\n\nIn her conversation with host Robert Peterpaul, Tucker offered insight into everything from audition preparation and self-tape habits to survival jobs, social media, and navigating an industry that’s still evolving after years of disruption.\n\n\n\nIn this interview for actors, you’ll learn:\n\n\n\n\u2022 Why virtual auditions still dominate and what returning to offices looks like\u2022 Kindness as respect that creates safety and courage in auditions\u2022 A healthy actor mindset for beginners and why it can be a golden period\u2022 Survival jobs that feed your craft and build character (literally)\u2022 What makes an audition feel undeniable versus merely \u201cgood\u201d\u2022 The differences in casting a limited series versus network TV\u2022 Why you should stop after three self-tape takes \u2022 How casting is championing you behind the scenes\u2022 Why a mistake in the audition can actually help you book, plus more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Get access to thousands of high-quality roles.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n JOIN FREE TODAY \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Industry Is Still in Transition\n\n\n\nWhen asked about the current state of the entertainment business, Tucker described a landscape that looks different depending on where you’re standing.\n\n\n\n“There are pockets that are thriving and feel abundant,” she says. “But then there’s also areas that are in more of the rebirth stage.”\n\n\n\nWhile she’s seen consistent work on the East Coast, Tucker acknowledges that many industry professionals are still feeling uncertainty. Her outlook, however, remains hopeful.\n\n\n\n“I do think there’s stuff bubbling underneath that once it starts growing, we’ll begin to feel abundant again.”\n\n\n\nThe Best Survival Job Might Be One You Can Learn From\n\n\n\nActors often ask what kinds of jobs work best alongside an acting career. Tucker’s answer isn’t about finding the perfect flexible schedule. It’s about finding experiences you can eventually bring into your work.\n\n\n\n“One of the best survival jobs is temping because you get into worlds and you have to act.” She points out that exposure to different professions can become valuable character research later.\n\n\n\n“When you have to play a lawyer or an accountant or whatever it is, you have that exposure and you don’t have to act it. You’re like, ‘Oh, I know how to be this. I was around it.'” Most importantly, she reminds actors that paying bills is a legitimate purpose.\n\n\n\n“Purpose is I’m paying my rent. I’m paying my student loans. That is a huge purpose.”\n\n\n\nWhat Makes an Audition Stand Out?\n\n\n\nFor Tucker, the most memorable auditions aren’t necessarily the most technically perfect. “It’s a feeling,” she explains. “You’re pulled in in a different way than paying attention.” When that happens, her analytical brain quiets down.\n\n\n\n“I’m not thinking as much about the performance when that’s happening.” That doesn’t always mean the actor is right for the role. But it does mean they’ve made an impact. “Something about them is affecting me.”\n\n\n\nStop Doing So Many Takes\n\n\n\nOne of Tucker’s strongest pieces of advice centered on self-tapes. While actors often submit multiple takes in search of perfection, she believes that too many options can actually work against them.\n\n\n\n“The more takes you do, the harder it becomes.” Her rule of thumb? “Once you’re really past three, something in your preparation is off.”\n\n\n\nInstead of endlessly recording, Tucker encourages actors to create a clear distinction between rehearsal and performance. “Your preparation should be such that you are stepping into your tape setup and you’re like, ‘I’m gonna go do that job.'” Giving yourself only a few chances can help recreate the energy actors naturally bring into a live audition room.\n\n\n\nMistakes Aren’t the Problem. Recovery Is.\n\n\n\nPerhaps the most reassuring advice from the conversation came when Tucker discussed mistakes. Many actors panic when they stumble over a line or experience a technical issue during a self-tape. Tucker sees those moments differently.\n\n\n\n“Auditions are never about the mistakes. They’re always about the recovery.” In fact, a small mistake can tell her something valuable. “What it shows me is that they can recover. I need to know they can recover on a set.”\n\n\n\nRather than aiming for perfection, actors should focus on staying present and moving forward. “I want to feel confident in their ability to do that on set.”\n\n\n\nSocial Media Doesn’t Need to Be a Performance\n\n\n\nWhen asked what she likes to see from actors online, Tucker’s answer was simple.\n\n\n\n“Truth. I just like who they are.” She views social media much like the postcards actors used to send casting offices: a way to stay connected and share what you’re working on. “I love getting to know people that way.” Authenticity, not branding, is what stands out.\n\n\n\nYour Headshot Is Still One of Your Most Important Tools\n\n\n\nIf Tucker could give one practical piece of profile advice, it would be to keep your headshot current.\n\n\n\n“A really current picture is everything.” A strong photo doesn’t just show what you look like. It tells a story. “The thing tells a story. And if you get that right, then I know what to call you in for.”\n\n\n\nDon’t Dig Up the Seeds\n\n\n\nAt the end of the conversation, Tucker shared a metaphor she’s carried throughout her career. “Don’t go digging up the seeds to see what’s growing.”\n\n\n\nIt’s advice for actors tempted to constantly check results, seek validation, or measure progress before it’s had time to develop. “If I was Mother Nature, I’d be digging up everything to see what’s happening under it. Nothing would ever grow.”\n\n\n\nAfter decades in the industry, she’s watched careers rise, stall, shift, and flourish again. “We are no different.”\n\n\n\nThe work still needs care. It still needs attention. But it also needs patience. “Trust what’s happening.”\n\n\n\nAnd sometimes, Tucker says, the healthiest thing you can do is walk away from the garden for a little while and let it grow.\n\n\n\nSubmit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\nThe post How Actors Can Play the Long Game with Netflix Casting Director Julie Tucker appeared first on Casting Networks.",
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"id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=338149",
"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/netflix-13-going-on-30-chase-commercial-casting-alert/",
"title": "Casting Alert: Chase Sapphire, Netflix\u2019s \u201813 Going on 30,\u2019 and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include the feature film 13 Going on 30, the television series Evil Lives Here, and a commercial for Chase Sapphire. If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
A Chase Sapphire commercial is casting airport lounge guests for an overnight shoot in Philadelphia.
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Roles being cast:
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AIRPORT LOUNGE GUESTS – SELF-REPORTS TO PHILADELPHIA – OVERNIGHT SHOOT Ages 18\u201370, all genders. Talent will portray airport lounge guests during an overnight shoot on 6/23 at Philadelphia/PHL Airport. Must be able to self-drive to Philadelphia and note it in your submission; parking is provided.
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Rates:
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$400/10 hours
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Work Location: Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City
Netflix’s feature film reboot is seeking a photo double for the role of Young Grace, with filming beginning as early as June 24.
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Roles being cast:
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YOUNG GRACE PHOTO DOUBLE Ages 18\u201330, women. Seeking Caucasian female brunettes approximately 5’2″ tall who can fit in kids size 14 and XS in shirts and shoe size 6. No tattoos. Must be available to work June 24 with additional dates to follow.
This television series is casting several young actors in supporting roles for an upcoming episode that depicts the family at the center of this true-crime story, filming across multiple Northeast cities.
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Roles being cast:
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RUBY’S YOUNGEST SON Ages 5\u20138, boys. Ruby’s young son who appears in family scenes illustrating the changing household atmosphere after Cliff (stepdad) becomes part of the family. A sensitive child who looks to his older siblings.
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TEEN CLIFF Ages 14\u201318, boys. A quiet, soft-spoken teenager who appears polite, friendly, and well-liked. Thoughtful and reserved, he often keeps to himself and carries a calm, mature presence.
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RUBY’S 2ND DAUGHTER Ages 6\u20138, girls. Part of a close-knit family that initially welcomes Cliff (stepdad) into their lives and enjoys the stability he appears to bring.
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RUBY’S 3RD DAUGHTER Ages 5\u20137, girls. One of Ruby’s younger daughters who appears in family scenes during key moments in the story. Initially carefree and playful, she becomes increasingly aware of the tension in the home.
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YOUNG JACKIE Ages 8\u201311, girls. Ruby’s oldest daughter and Cliff’s stepdaughter. She initially believes Cliff is the best thing that ever happened to her family, enjoying the attention, gifts, and sense of security he appears to provide.
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Rates:
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$211/day + agency fee
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Work Location: Multiple Locations (Philadelphia, Boston, New York City, Buffalo)
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"content_text": "Current opportunities include the feature film 13 Going on 30, the television series Evil Lives Here, and a commercial for Chase Sapphire. If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!\n\n\n\nFor more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoles Available Now\n\n\n\nChase Sapphire Seeks Commercial Talent!\n\n\n\nA Chase Sapphire commercial is casting airport lounge guests for an overnight shoot in Philadelphia.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nAIRPORT LOUNGE GUESTS – SELF-REPORTS TO PHILADELPHIA – OVERNIGHT SHOOTAges 18\u201370, all genders. Talent will portray airport lounge guests during an overnight shoot on 6/23 at Philadelphia/PHL Airport. Must be able to self-drive to Philadelphia and note it in your submission; parking is provided.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$400/10 hours\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City\n\n\n\nDeadline: June 22, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\u201813 Going on 30\u2019 Seeks a Photo Double!\n\n\n\nNetflix’s feature film reboot is seeking a photo double for the role of Young Grace, with filming beginning as early as June 24.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nYOUNG GRACE PHOTO DOUBLEAges 18\u201330, women. Seeking Caucasian female brunettes approximately 5’2″ tall who can fit in kids size 14 and XS in shirts and shoe size 6. No tattoos. Must be available to work June 24 with additional dates to follow.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$262/8 hours\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Los Angeles\n\n\n\nDeadline: June 23, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‘Evil Lives Here’ Seeks Young Supporting Talent!\n\n\n\nThis television series is casting several young actors in supporting roles for an upcoming episode that depicts the family at the center of this true-crime story, filming across multiple Northeast cities.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nRUBY’S YOUNGEST SONAges 5\u20138, boys. Ruby’s young son who appears in family scenes illustrating the changing household atmosphere after Cliff (stepdad) becomes part of the family. A sensitive child who looks to his older siblings.\n\n\n\nTEEN CLIFFAges 14\u201318, boys. A quiet, soft-spoken teenager who appears polite, friendly, and well-liked. Thoughtful and reserved, he often keeps to himself and carries a calm, mature presence.\n\n\n\nRUBY’S 2ND DAUGHTERAges 6\u20138, girls. Part of a close-knit family that initially welcomes Cliff (stepdad) into their lives and enjoys the stability he appears to bring.\n\n\n\nRUBY’S 3RD DAUGHTERAges 5\u20137, girls. One of Ruby’s younger daughters who appears in family scenes during key moments in the story. Initially carefree and playful, she becomes increasingly aware of the tension in the home.\n\n\n\nYOUNG JACKIEAges 8\u201311, girls. Ruby’s oldest daughter and Cliff’s stepdaughter. She initially believes Cliff is the best thing that ever happened to her family, enjoying the attention, gifts, and sense of security he appears to provide.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$211/day + agency fee\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Multiple Locations (Philadelphia, Boston, New York City, Buffalo)\n\n\n\nDeadline: June 22, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can find these roles and many more on Casting Networks! Sign up now to find your next role.\n\n\n\n\nThe post Casting Alert: Chase Sapphire, Netflix’s \u201813 Going on 30,\u2019 and More Seek Talent! appeared first on Casting Networks.",
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"id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=337343",
"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-to-use-casting-networks-new-members-guide-first-month/",
"title": "What to Expect in Your First Month on Casting Networks: A Realistic Guide to Success For New Members",
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Welcome to Casting Networks. We’re thrilled you’ve made the leap to a paid membership.
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Now, let’s talk about something crucial: what success actually looks like in your first month. Because we know from experience that new members often have wildly different expectations about how quickly callbacks come, and we want to be straight with you.
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When callbacks don’t land in week two, it’s tempting to think the platform is broken. It’s not. But we’ve found that the real difference between members who stick around and those who cancel comes down to one thing: knowing what normal looks like.
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Key Insights
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Success in your first month on Casting Networks is measured by consistent activity and learning what fits your type, not by immediate bookings or callbacks.
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A complete, professional profile with strong materials will improve your results far more than submitting to a high volume of roles.
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Thoughtful, targeted submissions and realistic expectations help build the momentum that often leads to callbacks in weeks three and four.
Here’s the reality: this platform works, but it takes more submissions than you might think. Most working actors see callbacks on 2-5% of submissions, sometimes lower depending on role availability and your type. That means if you submit for 20 roles in your first week, expect maybe one callback. Or zero. Both are completely normal.
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This isn’t a platform problem. It’s the industry. Casting directors review dozens, sometimes hundreds, of submissions per role. The odds are inherently long. But here’s what matters: they improve dramatically once you build momentum.
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The numbers might feel discouraging at first. You submit, you wait, nothing happens. Then you submit again. And again. Somewhere around submission 50 or 60, something shifts. Then you’ll get a callback. Then two callbacks in the same week. That’s not luck. That’s the compounding effect of consistent activity and a refined submission strategy.
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Think of your first month as an information-gathering phase rather than an immediate-results phase. You’re learning which types of roles respond to your submission, which genres align with how casting directors perceive you, and what kind of feedback the platform gives you through interest.
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The Mindset Shift
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You’re not playing a game with low odds. You’re building a body of work that compounds. Every submission, every callback is a data point that shows what’s working. After four weeks of consistent, targeted submissions, you’ll have real information and momentum.
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Members who see success aren’t the ones who submit 100 times in week one and then disappear. They’re the ones who show up week after week, refine their approach based on what they’re learning, and treat the platform as a long-term tool rather than a quick fix.
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The actors who stick with Casting Networks and book real work understand that this is a numbers game, but it’s a numbers game you can influence. You influence it through smart targeting, professional presentation, and consistent visibility.
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Your Profile Is Your Resume
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Here’s what actually moves the needle: a complete, professional profile.
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Casting directors scan submissions in seconds. A missing headshot, incomplete resume, or vague description? They move on. Spend your first week making sure your profile is locked in: professional photo, clear resume sections, a genuine summary of your type and experience.
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Your profile photo should be a current headshot that looks like you. This isn’t the place for artistic photos or shots from five years ago. Casting directors need to see who you are right now. If your headshot isn’t professional, investing in one is the single best thing you can do before you start submitting heavily.
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Your resume should be complete and honest. List your credits, training, and special skills. If you’re early in your career and don’t have much to list, that’s fine. Be truthful about where you are. Casting directors respect honesty, and they can tell when someone’s padded their resume.
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Your summary matters too. Write something genuine that explains your type, your strengths, and what kinds of roles suit you. This isn’t the place for flowery language or attempts to seem like something you’re not. Be specific. “Character actor interested in comedy and drama” is better than “versatile performer seeking all opportunities.”
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This matters more than submitting 50 times with an incomplete profile. A polished presence that shows who you are beats volume every time.
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Quality Over Speed
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Don’t submit for everything. Submit for what makes sense for you.
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Targeting the right roles, ones that actually fit your type, experience level, and availability, gets you noticed. Casting directors can tell when someone read the breakdown versus when they’re spray-and-praying. Quality submissions convert higher. Period.
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Before you hit submit, ask yourself three questions: Does this role fit my type? Can I actually make this date? Will I regret passing on it? If the answer to all three is yes, submit. If not, move on.
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This restraint actually serves you better than blanket submissions. When you submit for roles that make sense, your submission rate looks intentional. Casting directors see your name and think “Oh, this person actually fits what I’m looking for.” When you submit for everything, your name gets lost in the volume, and it signals that you don’t know who you are as an actor.
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Month 1 Activity Benchmark
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What does “active” look like? Here’s a realistic target:
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5 to 10 thoughtful submissions per week (not 50)
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A fully completed profile (photo, resume, summary)
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Consistent activity across the full month (not a burst, then silence)
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You don’t need to submit 50 times a week. Consistency and accuracy beat volume. Show up every few days, submit for roles that make sense, and let the system work.
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If you can commit to this level of activity throughout your first month, you’re setting yourself up for success in month two and beyond. The platform rewards consistency. New members who show steady activity month after month build track records that casting directors recognize.
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One More Thing
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Success on Casting Networks isn’t overnight. It’s about showing up consistently, targeting smart, and letting the numbers work in your favor. Most of our most active members don’t see real traction until weeks 3 or 4, sometimes later.
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This is normal. You’re not doing anything wrong.
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Your first month is an investment. You’re building a professional presence, learning how the platform works, and accumulating data about what resonates. By month two, you’ll have real information to work with. By month three, you should be seeing measurable results.
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If you have questions about optimizing your profile or submission strategy, our member guides are here. You can also reach out directly to our support team. We’re rooting for you.
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"content_text": "Welcome to Casting Networks. We’re thrilled you’ve made the leap to a paid membership.\n\n\n\nNow, let’s talk about something crucial: what success actually looks like in your first month. Because we know from experience that new members often have wildly different expectations about how quickly callbacks come, and we want to be straight with you.\n\n\n\nWhen callbacks don’t land in week two, it’s tempting to think the platform is broken. It’s not. But we’ve found that the real difference between members who stick around and those who cancel comes down to one thing: knowing what normal looks like.\n\n\n\nKey Insights\n\n\n\n\nSuccess in your first month on Casting Networks is measured by consistent activity and learning what fits your type, not by immediate bookings or callbacks.\n\n\n\nA complete, professional profile with strong materials will improve your results far more than submitting to a high volume of roles.\n\n\n\nThoughtful, targeted submissions and realistic expectations help build the momentum that often leads to callbacks in weeks three and four.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Get access to thousands of high-quality roles.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n JOIN FREE TODAY \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolume Before Results\n\n\n\nHere’s the reality: this platform works, but it takes more submissions than you might think. Most working actors see callbacks on 2-5% of submissions, sometimes lower depending on role availability and your type. That means if you submit for 20 roles in your first week, expect maybe one callback. Or zero. Both are completely normal.\n\n\n\nThis isn’t a platform problem. It’s the industry. Casting directors review dozens, sometimes hundreds, of submissions per role. The odds are inherently long. But here’s what matters: they improve dramatically once you build momentum.\n\n\n\nThe numbers might feel discouraging at first. You submit, you wait, nothing happens. Then you submit again. And again. Somewhere around submission 50 or 60, something shifts. Then you’ll get a callback. Then two callbacks in the same week. That’s not luck. That’s the compounding effect of consistent activity and a refined submission strategy.\n\n\n\nThink of your first month as an information-gathering phase rather than an immediate-results phase. You’re learning which types of roles respond to your submission, which genres align with how casting directors perceive you, and what kind of feedback the platform gives you through interest.\n\n\n\nThe Mindset Shift\n\n\n\nYou’re not playing a game with low odds. You’re building a body of work that compounds. Every submission, every callback is a data point that shows what’s working. After four weeks of consistent, targeted submissions, you’ll have real information and momentum.\n\n\n\nMembers who see success aren’t the ones who submit 100 times in week one and then disappear. They’re the ones who show up week after week, refine their approach based on what they’re learning, and treat the platform as a long-term tool rather than a quick fix.\n\n\n\nThe actors who stick with Casting Networks and book real work understand that this is a numbers game, but it’s a numbers game you can influence. You influence it through smart targeting, professional presentation, and consistent visibility.\n\n\n\nYour Profile Is Your Resume\n\n\n\nHere’s what actually moves the needle: a complete, professional profile.\n\n\n\nCasting directors scan submissions in seconds. A missing headshot, incomplete resume, or vague description? They move on. Spend your first week making sure your profile is locked in: professional photo, clear resume sections, a genuine summary of your type and experience.\n\n\n\nYour profile photo should be a current headshot that looks like you. This isn’t the place for artistic photos or shots from five years ago. Casting directors need to see who you are right now. If your headshot isn’t professional, investing in one is the single best thing you can do before you start submitting heavily.\n\n\n\nYour resume should be complete and honest. List your credits, training, and special skills. If you’re early in your career and don’t have much to list, that’s fine. Be truthful about where you are. Casting directors respect honesty, and they can tell when someone’s padded their resume.\n\n\n\nYour summary matters too. Write something genuine that explains your type, your strengths, and what kinds of roles suit you. This isn’t the place for flowery language or attempts to seem like something you’re not. Be specific. “Character actor interested in comedy and drama” is better than “versatile performer seeking all opportunities.”\n\n\n\nThis matters more than submitting 50 times with an incomplete profile. A polished presence that shows who you are beats volume every time.\n\n\n\nQuality Over Speed\n\n\n\nDon’t submit for everything. Submit for what makes sense for you.\n\n\n\nTargeting the right roles, ones that actually fit your type, experience level, and availability, gets you noticed. Casting directors can tell when someone read the breakdown versus when they’re spray-and-praying. Quality submissions convert higher. Period.\n\n\n\nBefore you hit submit, ask yourself three questions: Does this role fit my type? Can I actually make this date? Will I regret passing on it? If the answer to all three is yes, submit. If not, move on.\n\n\n\nThis restraint actually serves you better than blanket submissions. When you submit for roles that make sense, your submission rate looks intentional. Casting directors see your name and think “Oh, this person actually fits what I’m looking for.” When you submit for everything, your name gets lost in the volume, and it signals that you don’t know who you are as an actor.\n\n\n\nMonth 1 Activity Benchmark\n\n\n\nWhat does “active” look like? Here’s a realistic target:\n\n\n\n\n5 to 10 thoughtful submissions per week (not 50)\n\n\n\nA fully completed profile (photo, resume, summary)\n\n\n\nConsistent activity across the full month (not a burst, then silence)\n\n\n\n\nYou don’t need to submit 50 times a week. Consistency and accuracy beat volume. Show up every few days, submit for roles that make sense, and let the system work.\n\n\n\nIf you can commit to this level of activity throughout your first month, you’re setting yourself up for success in month two and beyond. The platform rewards consistency. New members who show steady activity month after month build track records that casting directors recognize.\n\n\n\nOne More Thing\n\n\n\nSuccess on Casting Networks isn’t overnight. It’s about showing up consistently, targeting smart, and letting the numbers work in your favor. Most of our most active members don’t see real traction until weeks 3 or 4, sometimes later.\n\n\n\nThis is normal. You’re not doing anything wrong.\n\n\n\nYour first month is an investment. You’re building a professional presence, learning how the platform works, and accumulating data about what resonates. By month two, you’ll have real information to work with. By month three, you should be seeing measurable results.\n\n\n\nIf you have questions about optimizing your profile or submission strategy, our member guides are here. You can also reach out directly to our support team. We’re rooting for you.\n\n\n\n\nThe post What to Expect in Your First Month on Casting Networks: A Realistic Guide to Success For New Members appeared first on Casting Networks.",
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"id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=337731",
"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/tyrant-film-ugc-commercial-tv-pilot-casting-alert/",
"title": "Casting Alert: \u2018Tyrant\u2019 Feature Film, Major Clothing Brand, and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include a rush call stand-in for the feature film\u00a0Tyrant, a top clothing brand commercial, and a TV pilot,\u00a0Pastor Kid Story.
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If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
A paid UGC commercial campaign for a top clothing brand is seeking couples with natural on-camera chemistry to create authentic, premium-looking smartphone lifestyle content featuring the brand’s clothing.
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Roles being cast:
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REAL COUPLES Ages 35\u201345, open to men, women, non-binary, trans men, and trans women. Couples who can appear together in a natural lifestyle setting, showcasing the brand’s clothing through talking-to-camera moments, outfit try-ons, and effortless, social-first content.
This Atlanta-based TV pilot is casting African American youth and an adult woman for several key roles in a comedic family drama set in a church community.
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Roles being cast:
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JEANETTE “REDD” HENRY Ages 13\u201315, woman. African American teen (14) \u2014 no-nonsense, sarcastic, theatrical, and lovably petty. A social butterfly and neighborhood favorite with a big personality and expressive comedic timing.
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ADOLPH “JUNIOR” LUDD Ages 9\u201310, man. African American boy (9\u201310) \u2014 quick-thinking, impulsive, full of 90s kid logic. A budding businessman and self-appointed “man of the house” with charisma and natural comic timing.
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ADRIANA “RITA” LUDD Ages 11\u201312, woman. African American girl (11\u201312) \u2014 shy with strangers but a tomboy powerhouse among her siblings. The “muscle” of the family; dramatic, anxious, and unintentionally hilarious with strong physical presence.
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FELICIA “RENEE” HENRY Ages 14\u201316, woman. African American teen (15) \u2014 a model and Seafair princess type; polished and prissy but intelligent. Bessie’s right hand and second in command on the church usher board with strong comedic instincts.
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BESSIE LUDD Ages 26\u201328, woman. African American woman (27) \u2014 very attractive with Claire Huxtable\u2013level elegance. A clever executive and First Lady of the church; intuitive with a prophetic edge, warm authority, and sharp presence.
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"content_text": "Current opportunities include a rush call stand-in for the feature film\u00a0Tyrant, a top clothing brand commercial, and a TV pilot,\u00a0Pastor Kid Story.\n\n\n\nIf you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!\n\n\n\nFor more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRoles Available Now\n\n\n\n‘Tyrant’ Seeks a Union Female Stand-In!\n\n\n\nThis feature film is issuing a rush call for a union female stand-in needed immediately on set in Hollywood.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nRUSH CALL STAND IN \u2013 9 AM – HOLLYWOOD – BLONDE – 5’4″ OR 5’5″Ages 25\u201345, woman. Union female stand-in with blonde hair and a height of 5’4″\u20135’5″, needed for a same-day call at 9:00 AM in Hollywood. Submit as soon as possible.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$262/8 (union)\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Los Angeles, CA\n\n\n\nDeadline: August 21, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTop Clothing Brand Seeks Real Couples!\n\n\n\nA paid UGC commercial campaign for a top clothing brand is seeking couples with natural on-camera chemistry to create authentic, premium-looking smartphone lifestyle content featuring the brand’s clothing.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nREAL COUPLESAges 35\u201345, open to men, women, non-binary, trans men, and trans women. Couples who can appear together in a natural lifestyle setting, showcasing the brand’s clothing through talking-to-camera moments, outfit try-ons, and effortless, social-first content.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$300\u2013$500\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Multiple Locations\n\n\n\nDeadline: July 9, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n‘Pastor Kid Story’ Seeks Young and Adult Talent!\n\n\n\nThis Atlanta-based TV pilot is casting African American youth and an adult woman for several key roles in a comedic family drama set in a church community.\n\n\n\nRoles being cast:\n\n\n\n\nJEANETTE “REDD” HENRYAges 13\u201315, woman. African American teen (14) \u2014 no-nonsense, sarcastic, theatrical, and lovably petty. A social butterfly and neighborhood favorite with a big personality and expressive comedic timing.\n\n\n\nADOLPH “JUNIOR” LUDDAges 9\u201310, man. African American boy (9\u201310) \u2014 quick-thinking, impulsive, full of 90s kid logic. A budding businessman and self-appointed “man of the house” with charisma and natural comic timing.\n\n\n\nADRIANA “RITA” LUDDAges 11\u201312, woman. African American girl (11\u201312) \u2014 shy with strangers but a tomboy powerhouse among her siblings. The “muscle” of the family; dramatic, anxious, and unintentionally hilarious with strong physical presence.\n\n\n\nFELICIA “RENEE” HENRYAges 14\u201316, woman. African American teen (15) \u2014 a model and Seafair princess type; polished and prissy but intelligent. Bessie’s right hand and second in command on the church usher board with strong comedic instincts.\n\n\n\nBESSIE LUDDAges 26\u201328, woman. African American woman (27) \u2014 very attractive with Claire Huxtable\u2013level elegance. A clever executive and First Lady of the church; intuitive with a prophetic edge, warm authority, and sharp presence.\n\n\n\n\nRates: \n\n\n\n\n$750 plus 10% per day (works several days)\n\n\n\n\nWork Location: Atlanta, GA\n\n\n\nDeadline: June 17, 2026\n\n\n\nRegister or log in to apply.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can find these roles and many more on Casting Networks! Sign up now to find your next role.\n\n\n\n\nThe post Casting Alert: ‘Tyrant’ Feature Film, Major Clothing Brand, and More Seek Talent! appeared first on Casting Networks.",
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"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/save-karen-short-film-music-video-talk-show-casting-alert/",
"title": "Casting Alert: Major Male Pop Artist Music Video, Short Film, and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include a major male pop artist music video, a network interview talk show series, and the short film Save Karen.
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If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
A major male pop artist is casting talent for a music video set at a Summer BBQ pool party with 4th of July energy, taking place on a property filled with eccentric art structures and a diverse, cool crowd.
A digital media network is casting on-camera hosts for a series of virtual interview programs featuring conversations with artists, filmmakers, authors, entrepreneurs, and community leaders across multiple major U.S. cities.
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NETWORK HOST #2 Ages 21\u201340, male. See listing for role-specific details.
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NETWORK HOST #1 Ages 41\u201360, male. See listing for role-specific details.
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NETWORK HOST #3 Ages 41\u201360, female. See listing for role-specific details.
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NETWORK HOST #4 Ages 22\u201340, female. See listing for role-specific details.
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Work Location: Multiple Locations (Los Angeles, Washington DC, Baltimore, Richmond, Chicago, Atlanta, Nashville, Dallas, Austin, New York City)
The short film Save Karen is seeking background talent and specialty performers for multiple shooting days across New Jersey, portraying patrons and staff at a variety of real-world locations.
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SERIOUS BOWLERS Ages 18\u201399, all genders. Seeking serious bowlers to portray clients at a bowling alley. Shooting 6/23 in Jersey City, NJ. Must be fully available and able to self-report to Jersey City.
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BOWLING BG Ages 18\u201365, all genders. General background talent to portray bowling alley patrons. Shooting 6/23 in Jersey City, NJ. Must be fully available and able to self-report to Jersey City.
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OLIVE GARDEN BG Ages 18\u201365, all genders. General background talent to portray restaurant patrons at an Olive Garden. Shooting 6/22 in Wayne, NJ. Must be fully available and able to self-report to Wayne.
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7/11 BG Ages 18\u201375, all genders. Seeking well-weathered, experienced talent with alternative looks to portray 7-Eleven patrons. Shooting 6/22 in Park Ridge, NJ. Must be fully available and able to self-report to Park Ridge.
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HAIR DRESSER BG Ages 20\u201350, female. Seeking fit and well-put-together women to portray clients and staff at a hair salon. Shooting 6/21 in Bayonne, NJ. Must be fully available and able to self-report to Bayonne.
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"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/kevin-langue-show-hundred-percent-tv-series-casting-alert/",
"title": "Casting Alert: \u2018Hundred Percent\u2019 TV Series, \u2018The Kevin Langue Show,\u2019 and More Seek Talent!",
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Current opportunities include the television series Hundred Percent, a reality TV-style commercial The Casino Housewives of San Diego, and the comedy game show The Kevin Langue Show.
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If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
This television series is casting a range of background and featured roles in the Los Angeles area, from a stand-in for Jason Mantsoukas to striking character types including a male model, a Maori dancer, and more.
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UNION MALE CAUCASIAN STAND-IN FOR JASON MANTSOUKAS 5’10” Ages 40\u201360, male. Union stand-in for Jason Mantsoukas, approximately 5’10”. Full beard with longer salt-and-pepper or dark brown/black hair preferred. Works end of June.
This campy, reality-TV-style 30-second commercial for Valley View Casino and Hotel is casting five featured “housewife” characters plus casino patrons and staff \u2014 talent must be available to work as San Diego local hires.
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HARISSA Ages 35\u201345, female. White female, blonde. The schemer \u2014 a bit of a diva who’s not afraid to take matters into her own hands.
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SINDY Ages 35\u201345, female. Asian female. The dramatic “voice of reason” who feels left out and believes she always knows what’s best for the group.
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RONA Ages 35\u201345, female. Asian female. The instigator \u2014 a gossip who is temperamental, quick to react, and loves to stir the pot.
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CASINO PATRONS Ages 40\u201360, all genders, all ethnicities. Background casino patrons to populate the scene.
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CASINO STAFF Ages 25\u201335, all genders, all ethnicities. Background casino staff.
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$500/day (10 hrs) \u2014 Featured housewife roles (Harissa, Sindy, Rona)
This YouTube comedy game show hosted by Kevin Langue \u2014 where comedians must figure out who among a lineup of strangers is lying and who is telling the truth \u2014 is casting real families and kids for its third shoot.
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REAL PEOPLE: 3 BLACK FAMILIES Ages 18\u201355. Real Black families only \u2014 hiring the father and children together.
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"url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/tiffany-little-canfield-on-what-casting-directors-really-look-for-in-auditions/",
"title": "Tiffany Little Canfield on What Casting Directors Really Look for in Auditions",
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Casting director Tiffany Little Canfield of The Telsey Office joins host Robert Peterpaul on How We Role for a wide-ranging conversation about auditions, storytelling, and what actually makes actors stand out.
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With credits ranging from Wicked and Verity to Ryan Murphy\u2019s Monster and Paradise, Little Canfield has helped cast some of the biggest projects in film and television. In this episode, she offers a refreshing reminder that actors often overcomplicate the audition process when the real work is much simpler: tell the story.
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In this episode you’ll learn:
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Why breakdowns are often more useful for agents than actors
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What casting notices in the very first frame of a self-tape
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Why \u201cstrong choices\u201d don\u2019t necessarily mean big choices
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The surprising psychology behind co-star and day-player auditions
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Why technical perfection matters less than most actors think
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How great actors establish character before saying a single word
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One of the most valuable moments comes when Little Canfield dismantles the importance many actors place on breakdowns. While performers often search for clues about how to \u201cget it right,\u201d she explains that breakdowns are intentionally broad and shouldn\u2019t be treated as a blueprint for performance.
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\u201cThe breakdown is really for the agents,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s not actually\u2014I\u2019d take it with a grain of salt, honestly.\u201d
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Instead, she encourages actors to focus on the material itself. The writer doesn\u2019t know you personally, she reminds listeners. If you don\u2019t immediately see yourself reflected in the breakdown, that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re wrong for the role. The script contains far more useful information than a few descriptive lines ever could.
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Little Canfield returns repeatedly to the idea that acting is storytelling, not test-taking. Too often, she says, actors approach auditions as if they\u2019re trying to guess the correct answer rather than contribute creatively to the project.
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One of the clearest examples comes when discussing self-tapes. Asked what she notices in the first few seconds of an audition, she points to something far more fundamental than camera quality or lighting setup.
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\u201cWhat story is being told?\u201d she asks.
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For her, great actors establish an impression immediately. Before speaking, they\u2019ve already made decisions about who this person is, how others perceive them, and what energy they bring into the scene. Whether the character commands authority, creates discomfort, or instantly wins people over, those choices are visible from the first frame.
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That same philosophy extends to the phrase actors hear constantly: make a strong choice.
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Little Canfield believes many performers misunderstand what that means. Strong choices aren\u2019t about doing something flashy or unconventional. They\u2019re about committing fully to a specific interpretation.
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\u201cA strong wrong can be more successful than something general,\u201d she explains.
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Even if the choice isn\u2019t exactly what the creative team imagined, commitment reveals something valuable. It shows imagination. It shows preparation. Most importantly, it shows the actor is bringing something personal and specific to the material.
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The conversation also offers an insightful look at co-star auditions, which Little Canfield believes are often more difficult than actors realize. The challenge isn\u2019t the size of the role\u2014it\u2019s the psychology surrounding it.
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Actors frequently dismiss smaller parts as unimportant, which limits their creativity before they even begin. Casting, however, doesn\u2019t think in terms of hierarchy. The question is always the same: what does this scene require?
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A memorable example comes from And Just Like That\u2026, where a nearly silent restaurant waiter became one of the most memorable moments in a scene simply because the actor understood the circumstances and brought a fully realized point of view to the role.
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Specificity, she argues, is often more powerful than size.
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When the conversation turns to self-tapes, Little Canfield delivers perhaps the episode\u2019s most reassuring takeaway. Actors obsess over ring lights, backdrops, framing, and technical perfection, but those things rarely determine whether someone gets cast.
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Her priority is much simpler.
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\u201cI\u2019m not in the business of casting good self-tapes.\u201d
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She\u2019s in the business of casting great actors.
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The Jonathan Bailey audition for Wicked serves as a perfect example. Recorded quickly backstage at a theater, complete with technical imperfections and background noise, the tape worked because it captured the qualities of the character. It wasn\u2019t a perfect audition. It was the right storytelling.
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Throughout the episode, Little Canfield continually returns to collaboration. Whether discussing actors like Anne Hathaway, Ariana Grande, Charlie Hunnam, or the ensembles she\u2019s helped build on projects like Wicked and Monster, the common denominator is generosity.
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The best actors, she says, understand that they\u2019re joining an ensemble of storytellers. They\u2019re not arriving to prove themselves. They\u2019re arriving to help tell the story.
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She closes with a perspective that feels especially valuable in an industry often driven by anxiety and perfectionism: stop trying to figure out the right answer.
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Read the script. Trust your imagination. Make a choice. Tell the story.
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Submit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!
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In this episode, she offers a refreshing reminder that actors often overcomplicate the audition process when the real work is much simpler: tell the story.\n\n\n\nIn this episode you’ll learn:\n\n\n\n\nWhy breakdowns are often more useful for agents than actors\n\n\n\nWhat casting notices in the very first frame of a self-tape\n\n\n\nWhy \u201cstrong choices\u201d don\u2019t necessarily mean big choices\n\n\n\nThe surprising psychology behind co-star and day-player auditions\n\n\n\nWhy technical perfection matters less than most actors think\n\n\n\nHow great actors establish character before saying a single word\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOne of the most valuable moments comes when Little Canfield dismantles the importance many actors place on breakdowns. While performers often search for clues about how to \u201cget it right,\u201d she explains that breakdowns are intentionally broad and shouldn\u2019t be treated as a blueprint for performance.\n\n\n\n\u201cThe breakdown is really for the agents,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s not actually\u2014I\u2019d take it with a grain of salt, honestly.\u201d\n\n\n\nInstead, she encourages actors to focus on the material itself. The writer doesn\u2019t know you personally, she reminds listeners. If you don\u2019t immediately see yourself reflected in the breakdown, that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re wrong for the role. The script contains far more useful information than a few descriptive lines ever could.\n\n\n\nLittle Canfield returns repeatedly to the idea that acting is storytelling, not test-taking. Too often, she says, actors approach auditions as if they\u2019re trying to guess the correct answer rather than contribute creatively to the project.\n\n\n\nOne of the clearest examples comes when discussing self-tapes. Asked what she notices in the first few seconds of an audition, she points to something far more fundamental than camera quality or lighting setup.\n\n\n\n\u201cWhat story is being told?\u201d she asks.\n\n\n\nFor her, great actors establish an impression immediately. Before speaking, they\u2019ve already made decisions about who this person is, how others perceive them, and what energy they bring into the scene. Whether the character commands authority, creates discomfort, or instantly wins people over, those choices are visible from the first frame.\n\n\n\nThat same philosophy extends to the phrase actors hear constantly: make a strong choice.\n\n\n\nLittle Canfield believes many performers misunderstand what that means. Strong choices aren\u2019t about doing something flashy or unconventional. They\u2019re about committing fully to a specific interpretation.\n\n\n\n\u201cA strong wrong can be more successful than something general,\u201d she explains.\n\n\n\nEven if the choice isn\u2019t exactly what the creative team imagined, commitment reveals something valuable. It shows imagination. It shows preparation. Most importantly, it shows the actor is bringing something personal and specific to the material.\n\n\n\nThe conversation also offers an insightful look at co-star auditions, which Little Canfield believes are often more difficult than actors realize. The challenge isn\u2019t the size of the role\u2014it\u2019s the psychology surrounding it.\n\n\n\nActors frequently dismiss smaller parts as unimportant, which limits their creativity before they even begin. Casting, however, doesn\u2019t think in terms of hierarchy. The question is always the same: what does this scene require?\n\n\n\nA memorable example comes from And Just Like That\u2026, where a nearly silent restaurant waiter became one of the most memorable moments in a scene simply because the actor understood the circumstances and brought a fully realized point of view to the role.\n\n\n\nSpecificity, she argues, is often more powerful than size.\n\n\n\nWhen the conversation turns to self-tapes, Little Canfield delivers perhaps the episode\u2019s most reassuring takeaway. Actors obsess over ring lights, backdrops, framing, and technical perfection, but those things rarely determine whether someone gets cast.\n\n\n\nHer priority is much simpler.\n\n\n\n\u201cI\u2019m not in the business of casting good self-tapes.\u201d\n\n\n\nShe\u2019s in the business of casting great actors.\n\n\n\nThe Jonathan Bailey audition for Wicked serves as a perfect example. Recorded quickly backstage at a theater, complete with technical imperfections and background noise, the tape worked because it captured the qualities of the character. It wasn\u2019t a perfect audition. It was the right storytelling.\n\n\n\nThroughout the episode, Little Canfield continually returns to collaboration. Whether discussing actors like Anne Hathaway, Ariana Grande, Charlie Hunnam, or the ensembles she\u2019s helped build on projects like Wicked and Monster, the common denominator is generosity.\n\n\n\nThe best actors, she says, understand that they\u2019re joining an ensemble of storytellers. They\u2019re not arriving to prove themselves. They\u2019re arriving to help tell the story.\n\n\n\nShe closes with a perspective that feels especially valuable in an industry often driven by anxiety and perfectionism: stop trying to figure out the right answer.\n\n\n\nRead the script. Trust your imagination. Make a choice. Tell the story.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!\n\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\n\nThe post Tiffany Little Canfield on What Casting Directors Really Look for in Auditions appeared first on Casting Networks.",
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Current opportunities include a comedic internet commercial, a psychological thriller series titled The Woman, and the second season of the hit Ryan Murphy series All’s Fair.
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If you fit the descriptions and want to experience dynamic sets, give it a go!
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For more opportunities, visit Casting Billboard\u00ae, where new roles are released every day!
This internet commercial for a parking facility company takes a comedic true-crime approach, and is seeking performers with improv and sketch comedy training for three key roles.
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DETECTIVE 1 Ages 35\u201345, woman. World-weary and seen-it-all, she’s a 25-year veteran who plays everything deadpan. Groundlings, Second City, or UCB training preferred.
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DETECTIVE 2 Ages 28\u201335, man. The earnest, by-the-book junior partner who plays it completely straight. Groundlings, Second City, or UCB training preferred.
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WITNESS Ages 35\u201355, man. Haunted and traumatized by a parking experience, recounting the ordeal on camera. Groundlings, Second City, or UCB training preferred.
This television series follows a grieving man who becomes dangerously entangled with a mysterious woman after his girlfriend’s death, and is seeking two leads to anchor this psychological thriller.
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MILES Ages 22\u201332, man. Grieving, guarded, and combative, he takes up with a strange woman just weeks after losing his girlfriend.
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LAYSAWN Ages 23\u201333, woman. Mysterious, odd, and dangerous, she inserts herself into a grieving man’s life for reasons no one around him can trust.
The second season of Ryan Murphy’s Hulu series about a powerhouse all-female divorce law firm is casting supporting roles in Los Angeles under SAG contracts.
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