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Casting Opportunities and Early Voting in Jacksonville

A collage of casting call auditions and early voting activities in Jacksonville

News Summary

Jacksonville is alive with casting calls for aspiring actors amidst early voting efforts led by Mayor Donna Deegan. The latest announcements include multiple project auditions, offering various roles and competitive rates, while the Mayor emphasizes the importance of voter participation and civic unity as she embraces early voting. With over 200,000 votes already cast in Duval County, local election details encourage all eligible voters to participate.

Jacksonville is buzzing with the latest casting opportunities for aspiring actors and the ongoing early voting activities led by local officials. This week, the agency responsible for connecting talent with projects has released a list of casting calls in Jacksonville and across the nation, while Mayor Donna Deegan has made headlines for her early voting in support of Vice President Kamala Harris.

Casting Opportunities in Jacksonville

The world of acting often begins with auditions, casting calls, and even short films, and Jacksonville is no exception. As actors strive to showcase their skills and establish their careers, these opportunities are crucial for them.

Project 1: A short film is currently casting for several roles, including Clarence “Clay” Clermont (lead, male, ages 25-40), Gabrielle “Gabi” Wright (lead, female, ages 25-39), and Lisa Clermont (day player, female, ages 25-40). The average hourly rate for this project is $37, and auditions will take place in Jacksonville, Florida.
Project 2: Another short film is looking for various crew members and actors, including Jasper (lead, male, ages 18-23) and Ruby (lead, female, ages 18-23). The average hourly rate for this project has not been disclosed.

Additional Casting Opportunities Nationwide

Beyond Jacksonville, actors can explore more casting calls across the country. Some notable opportunities include:

Project 3: A feature film is seeking Ann (supporting, female, ages 20-35) and Mary Ann (lead, ages 18-30). This project offers an average hourly rate of $75, and casting will take place nationwide.
Project 4: A scripted show is in search of voiceover actors, including reporters and announcers (18-100 years), along with other character roles like Patience Moran (day player, female, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, trans female, ages 20-100) and Bob Ferguson (supporting, male, ages 40-60). This project pays an average hourly rate of $12 and auditions are set for Orlando, Florida.
Project 5: A short film in Savannah, Georgia is looking for Avila (lead, female, ages 20-26), Leon (lead, male, ages 25-35), and Victor K. Lorenz (lead, male, ages 35-48). The average hourly rate for this role is $125.
Project 6: A feature film in Orlando is casting for several female lead roles, including Eve-9 (Eve) (ages 25-50), Lyra-5 (ages 25-40), and Sasha-X (ages 18-25). The average hourly rate for this project is $30.

Mayor Deegan’s Early Voting Initiative

In the political arena, Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan has participated in early voting for the upcoming elections, marking a shift from her traditional practice of voting on Election Day. This decision was driven by the desire to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Mayor Deegan highlighted her focus on critical issues such as access to health care, affordable housing, and fostering a sense of unity and respect among voters, regardless of differing political views. She described her early voting experience as quick and hassle-free, having voted at the Beaches Branch Library in Neptune Beach.

Local Voting Statistics and Details

As the election season heats up, more than 200,000 individuals in Duval County have already cast their votes. Voters in counties such as St. Johns, Clay, Nassau, Putnam, and Baker still have the opportunity to vote until Saturday. It is important for mail-in ballots to reach the supervisor of elections office by 7 p.m. on Election Day, while military and overseas voters have an extended grace period of 10 days, provided their ballots are postmarked by that date.

On Election Day itself, polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., ensuring that all eligible voters have a chance to participate in the electoral process.

As actors strive to break into the industry and local leaders engage with their constituents, Jacksonville remains a hub of creative activity and civic engagement.