News Summary
Casting calls for various film and television projects are currently available in Savannah, Georgia, offering opportunities for actors across different age groups. The local film industry has surged, with numerous projects underway that provide lead and supporting roles, many of which offer competitive pay. Notable productions are actively seeking talent for both short films and feature films, along with opportunities extending to various locations across the nation.
Savannah, Georgia—Casting calls for numerous film and television projects are currently open in Georgia and around the nation, offering opportunities for actors of various ages and backgrounds. The film industry in Georgia has seen significant growth, with over 20 major series being filmed across the state, creating a vibrant hub for aspiring talent.
Among the current opportunities, several projects are based in Savannah, where casting sessions are underway for both short and feature films. Notably, a range of lead and supporting roles are available across multiple projects, with compensation averaging $125 per hour for many positions.
Current Casting Projects in Savannah
- Short Film:
- Avila (lead, female, ages 20-26)
- Leon (lead, male, ages 25-35)
- Victor K. Lorenz (lead, male, ages 35-48)
- Average hourly rate: $125
- Short Film:
- Jim “the Rottweiler” Rothstein (supporting, male, ages 21-28)
- Astrid (supporting, female, ages 35-40)
- Vic Callahan (supporting, male, ages 55-65)
- Average hourly rate: Not available
- Feature Film:
- Ariel (supporting, female, ages 18-23)
- Asherah (lead, female, ages 18-23)
- Miguel (lead, male, ages 18-24)
- Average hourly rate: $125
- Short Film:
- Vivian (lead, female, ages 18-30)
- Mark (lead, male, ages 18-30)
- Count Caspien (supporting, male, ages 40-60)
- Average hourly rate: $156
- Feature Film:
- Mary Ann (lead, ages 18-30)
- Ann (supporting, female, ages 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $75
Nationwide Opportunities
In addition to Savannah, there are several casting calls available across the U.S. Notably:
- Scripted Show:
- Asherah (supporting, female, ages 10-14)
- Miguel (lead, male, ages 18-25)
- Father Samuel (model, male, ages 45-65)
- Average hourly rate: $93
- Location: Augusta, Georgia
- Short Film:
- Nat (lead, female, non-binary, ages 18-25)
- Lilah (supporting, female, ages 18-25)
- Average hourly rate: $15
- Location: Jacksonville, Florida
- Feature Film:
- Ty (supporting, male, ages 20-30)
- Average hourly rate: Not available
- Location: Augusta, Georgia
Major Productions and Upcoming Casting Events
Georgia is also home to many high-profile productions, including:
- “Halloween Ends”: Filming in Savannah, set for release in October 2022. Open casting calls for extras will occur on January 26 and January 30, 2022, seeking diverse roles such as families and townspeople.
- “Fear the Walking Dead”: Open casting calls for the eighth season will take place on June 25 and June 26, 2022, seeking both adults and minors. Participants must register online and disclose their vaccination status.
- “Superman: Legacy”: There is an open call for male white children in Atlanta during May and June, with competitive pay on offer.
- “Cobra Kai”: Season six is casting for photo-doubles and extras.
- “Reasonable Doubt”: Casting courtroom audience members and staff in Atlanta.
- “Telling Me Lies”: Seeking college-age baristas in Decatur.
Weather Forecast for June 5, 2025
As casting events unfold, the local weather in Savannah is expected to be cloudy with a few showers developing in the afternoon, a high of 81°F, and a low of 68°F with light variable winds.
The current surge in casting calls highlights the expanding opportunities within Georgia’s burgeoning film industry, as both local talent and newcomers can potentially find roles in various feature films and scripted shows.
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Additional Resources
- Explore Beaufort SC: Halloween Movie Casting Call
- Savannah Now: Fear the Walking Dead Casting Call
- First Coast News: Zombies Casting Calls in Savannah
- Augusta Chronicle: Georgia Casting Calls for Movies & TV
- Island Packet: Movie Extras Casting Call
- Wikipedia: Film Industry in Georgia
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