Now Casting: Star in a Sports Drama Series + 3 More Gigs

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Enter the ring with “Uproar,” an upcoming sports drama series filming in spring. Plus, high-paying commercials for Wintrust Financial and CTIA and a short fantasy film are casting talent today.

“Uproar” Sports Drama Series

Join the cast of “Uproar,” an upcoming sports drama series about a tenacious young boxer navigating the uncertainties of foster care and growing up in a broken system coming from a broken family who finds support from a dedicated caseworker and coach. Actors, aged 18–70, are wanted for various roles, including the lead role of Gabriel, the antagonist. Filming will take place in March through May in Tampa Bay and Miami, Florida. Pay is undisclosed by the production.

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Leads - Wintrust Financial Regional Broadcast Commercial

Wintrust Financial is seeking two male actors, aged 30–50, for a regional broadcast commercial. Filming will take place on Jan. 7–8 in the Chicagoland, Illinois, area. Pay is $1,000–$1,500 per day.

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“Lemonade” Commercial Video Spot

Two young actors, aged 8–12, are wanted for lead roles in a commercial for CTIA (Cellular Telecomm Industry Association) featuring two kids with competing lemonade stands. A male actor, age 30–55, is also wanted for an additional supporting role. Filming will take place in Silver Spring, Maryland. Pay is $1,000 per day with meals provided.

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“Good Shears”

Join the cast of “Good Shears,” a short film about two kidnappers who attempt to recreate a magical ritual in which a single victim is tortured for the prosperity of many, but they’re stumped when they discover their victim can’t feel pain. Three actors, aged 18–30, are wanted for lead roles. Filming will take place in Los Angeles with dates TBD. Pay is $200 per day for four days of work with lunch provided.

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