AuguryActing Jobs: December Casting Calls in and Near Los Angeles (Released Dec. 3, 2025)
This article was written by the Augury Times
December Batch Lands: What was released and who should read on
On December 3, 2025, Casting Networks posted a new batch of casting calls for roles in Los Angeles and nearby communities, listing more than 40 open roles across commercials, TV background, voiceover and paid extra work. The collection spans immediate shoots through late December and into early January, and it’s aimed at performers available locally or able to travel short distances for in-person work.
If you are an LA-based actor, background performer, voice artist or represented talent monitoring short-notice opportunities, these notices are worth scanning. The release mixes single-day pays with recurring shoot options and a handful of listings tied to recognizable brand spots and televised projects.
Standout roles, pay snapshots and notable perks in this release
The round includes a variety of job types. Several commercial bookings advertise day rates ranging from roughly $200 to $1,200 depending on role size and usage terms; background and extra roles cluster near the lower end of that range for single-day calls. A few principal and featured extra parts list higher pay and explicit usage language that suggests national ad placement or residual-eligible contracts.
Notable examples in the batch include voiceover work for a regional campaign offering union-scale rates plus buyouts, a tech-brand commercial seeking featured actors with a listed day rate toward the top of the release, and multiple background calls for holiday-themed shoots that highlight wardrobe inclusions and on-set catering. One listing specifically notes COVID-19 safety protocols and vaccine or testing requirements for in-person shoots, reflecting ongoing health safeguards in the casting process.
Producers attached to some calls flagged recognizable projects: a serialized streaming pilot seeking adult and teen roles, a commercial for a consumer product with national usage potential, and a corporate video series needing a range of on-camera presenters. Casting notes on select postings also mention polygraph-free extras, children’s roles requiring guardianship paperwork, and the occasional offer of transportation stipends for off-site locations.
How to apply: deadlines, audition formats and submission tips
Submission windows on these calls are short. Many listings set deadlines within three to seven days of the release date; some requests require same-week availability for filming. Casting Networks’ listings typically ask for a headshot, current resume, and a short self-tape or live virtual audition link for principal roles. Background calls often request specific physical descriptions and availability calendars instead of tapes.
For principal, featured, and voice roles: follow the submission format requested in the notice exactly. If a self-tape is requested, use the frame, slate, and audio instructions provided. For background work: submit accurate height, age range, clothing sizes, and clean, recent photos. Several listings emphasize neat, natural headshots for background submissions rather than heavily stylized images.
Pay attention to union status and usage language listed in each notice. Some roles specify union rates and SAG-AFTRA rules; others are non-union with stated flat-fee buyouts. Also note call times, turnaround expectations, and whether fittings or rehearsals require additional availability. If an audition is virtual, check timezone references and allow extra time for upload or streaming issues.
Who’s posting these calls: Casting Networks and notable hiring companies
The batch was distributed through Casting Networks, a widely used platform for casting directors, production companies and agencies to post roles and manage submissions. Casting Networks functions as a central hub that many local casting offices rely on to reach both union and non-union talent quickly.
Within this release, employers range from independent commercial casting offices and production companies to casting teams attached to streaming pilots and brand agencies. A few postings reference national advertisers and recognizable product categories, while others come from smaller boutique casting shops serving corporate and regional productions. Where projects are tied to larger clients, listings usually call out usage terms and higher day rates.
What this batch says about the LA market and where to look next
This set of calls suggests steady short-term demand for on-camera and background performers in Los Angeles during the December production window. The mix of commercial briefs, streaming pilot work and corporate shoots reflects the usual year-end churn: companies finishing campaigns before holidays and productions scheduling shoots around talent availability.
Local actors should monitor platforms like Casting Networks and maintain up-to-date materials to respond quickly. Industry organizations such as SAG-AFTRA, local casting workshops, and community casting newsletters remain useful for tracking changes to rates and submission standards. Casting offices also frequently post breakdowns on social feeds and job boards; following reputable casting directors and agencies can surface last-minute opportunities.
Overall, the December 3 release is a helpful snapshot of short-lead work available in and near Los Angeles. It reinforces that flexible availability, clear submission materials and attention to listed usage and union terms remain central to responding to these calls effectively.
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