We are always looking for dedicated and loyal individuals with diverse casting skills. Our freelancers are an integral part of our team and consistent collaborators. Candidates must have an all hands on deck work ethic, excellent communication, research and technical skills, as well as a love for storytelling, performers, and people.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, especially bilingual speakers, readers, and writers. JPA Casting does not practice or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, age, ancestry, ability, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity.

Casting Associate

Position type: Freelance position

Commercial rate: $250 per 8-hour day

Film/TV rate: Determined by contract

Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing all aspects of the prep & cast of online and in-person sessions

  • Creating casting breakdowns per clients specs & releasing on various casting platforms

  • Extensive interface with commercial / VO agents for scheduling

  • Structuring schedule per client’s creative instruction

  • Oversee the organization of session material & props

  • Fluent in camera operation & recording, editing takes

Qualifications:

  • 2-3 years experience in prepping and running commercial / VO

  • Fluent in working independently and with a team

  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

  • Extensive knowledge of commercial & VO actors

  • Excellent relationships with commercial / VO

  • Fluent in casting talent of all ages

  • Knowledge of SAG-AFTRA and non-union rates

  • Fluent in directing talent of all ages

  • Comfortable prepping multiple sessions with quick turnarounds

  • Fluent in Dropbox, Google Drive, Zoom, FastCapture, Cast It, Task management softwares

Interested? Apply here.

Casting Assistant

Position type: Freelance position

Commercial rate: $200 per 8-hour day

Film rate: $160 per 8-hour day

Qualifications:

  • 2-3 years of experience as a casting assistant on film / TV / Commercial projects

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a creative-based field

  • A team player who is quick on their feet and can work independently as well

  • A detail-oriented multitasker with excellent organizational & writing skills

  • Fluent in MAC OS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox, Google Drive, Airtable, Task management softwares

  • Fluent in IMDbpro, Dropbox, Google Drive, Zoom, FastCapture, Cast It

  • Fluent in casting software and platforms

  • Able to effectively complete daily and weekly tasks with minimal supervision.

  • Comfortable with navigating all social media platforms

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all administrative needs to support the casting process

  • Assist Casting Director with list-making, checking avails, organizing reels, scheduling of sessions

  • Extensive interfacing with agents & managers of all levels in NY, LA, and abroad.

  • Email correspondence and project-related research

  • Assist with scheduling & confirming casting sessions

  • Coordinate talent sign-in at sessions on Zoom (in-person in near future)

  • Help develop & maintain in-house representative & talent databases

  • Circulating open call notices on social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter etc.)

  • Writing script coverage for potential projects

  • Stay current on emerging talent

  • Duties supporting office organization

Interested? Apply here.

Street Scout

Position type: Freelance position

Commercial rate: $250 per 8-hour day

Film/TV rate: Determined by contract

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years experience in street casting & casting research

  • Fluent in working independently and collaborating with a team

  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

  • Strong knowledge of demographics of both NYC and Los Angeles

  • Fluent in MAC OS systems, Airtable, Google Docs

  • Fluent in Dropbox, Google Drive, Zoom, FastCapture, Cast It, Task management softwares

  • Familiarity with social media platforms, online posting, file-sharing, research and email marketing tools

Responsibilities:

  • Helping oversee all aspects of the prep & cast of online and in-person sessions

  • Creating casting fliers per clients specs & circulating on social media platforms, job boards, casting platforms

  • Diligent online research & extensive interface with real people candidates

  • Scheduling and interviewing real people candidates

  • Fluent in camera operation & recording, editing videos

Interested? Apply here.