New Orleans’ entertainment industry is actively hiring for several upcoming productions. Below is a concise guide to each project, the roles they need, and the compensation offered. All listings come from Casting Networks and are open to residents of the city and surrounding areas.
Feature Film – Hattie
This horror‑feature is looking for three on‑screen characters. The daily rate for each role is $200. The positions are:
- Grace – $200 per day
- Jeffries – $200 per day
- Greg – $200 per day
Short Film – The Trap
A short‑form narrative seeking talent for two days of shooting. Compensation is a flat fee per role.
- Maya Minor – $1,500 total (1‑2 days)
- Clare – $2,000 total (1‑2 days)
- Maya – $1,500 total (1‑2 days)
Reality TV – Missing/Ghosted Spouse/Life‑partner Project
This series focuses on individuals whose partners have disappeared or been ghosted. The show offers a $1,000 per‑episode payment plus free expert assistance.
- Abandoned, Ghosted or Missing Spouse/Partner – $1,000 per episode + expert help
Reality TV – Plastic Surgery & Love
A reality concept that follows participants considering cosmetic transformation. Compensation details have not been disclosed.
- People Already Considering Plastic Surgery – pay not available
Reality TV – Gnome Collectors
A light‑hearted series about collectors of garden gnomes. The show offers a $1,500 stipend for participants.
- Gnome Collectors – $1,500
Documentary – Untitled Sports Documentary
This documentary will explore competitive youth sports and the families that support them. Rates are to be determined, and the production is seeking parents, athletes and their families.
- Parent of a Competitive Team Sport Tween/Teen – TBD
- Competitive Team Sport Tween/Teen and Family – TBD
- Competitive Hockey Player and Family – TBD
- Competitive Volleyball Player and Family – TBD
Feature Film – Starcrossed
A dramatic feature looking for two male leads. The daily pay is $256.60 per actor.
- Darren – $256.60 per day
- Connor – $256.60 per day
All projects are casting locally in New Orleans. Interested individuals should follow the provided links on the original listing page or contact the casting directors through Casting Networks. These opportunities provide a chance for local talent to gain screen experience and earn supplemental income while supporting the city’s vibrant film and television sector.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
