09/22/2026
CASTING BREAKDOWN: “A WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS”
Project Type: Vertical Dramady / Holiday Romantic Style
Union Status: NON-UNION
Shoot Dates: Part 1. October 1-10- Part 2. 14th thru 28th. Exact dates for the roles and which part they will work is not yet known- please submit either way
Location: Lexington, KY at Lex Studios
Submission Deadline: rolling and ongoing
SYNOPSIS
When earnest, quirky decorator Katie lands an assignment inside the White House, she clashes with her cutthroat supervisor—only to capture the attention of Wyatt, the grounded, ex-Marine President. As high-stakes holiday diplomacy unfolds, Katie must navigate political optics, royal visits, and unexpected romance.
SUPPORTING ROLES
All roles are inclusive of agency fee
MERYL (Major Supporting / Female / 30s–40s / Any Ethnicity): ($300 per day)
White House Chief Decorator. Sharp, hyper-ambitious, polished, and snobbish. Delivers venom wrapped in executive etiquette. The primary comedic antagonist of Katie’s workplace journey. Excellent deadpan and sharp-tongued comedic timing required.
BUTCH (Supporting / Male / 30s–50s / Black Male Clean shaven face (Government employee so traditional Govt hairstyles ): ($250 per day )
Security / Operations detail. Practical, watchful, unflappable, with a deadpan sense of humor. Part of Wyatt’s trusted inner circle. Strong, steady physical presence.
JANICE (Supporting / Female / 50s–60s / Any Ethnicity): ($200 per day)
Wyatt’s mother. The embodiment of “Midwestern nice”—boisterous, effervescent, loving, and subtly overbearing. Unimpressed by political formalities; instantly embraces Katie. Warm character actor.
CHIEF (Supporting / Male / 50s–60s / Any Ethnicity): ($200 per day )
Wyatt’s father. Calm, steady, good-humored counterweight to Janice’s high-frequency enthusiasm. A grounded family anchor with an easy smile.
LARRY (Supporting / Male / 30s–50s / Any Ethnicity): Traditional Government hair and style ($200 per day )
Senior communications and political advisor. Fast-talking, cynical, media-savvy strategist who lives by polling optics and press containment, yet holds deep personal loyalty to Wyatt.
HARVEY (Supporting / Male / 50s–70s / Any Ethnicity): ($200)
Katie’s mentor figure. Wise, patient, understated, and warm. Serves as her sounding board when career pressures collide with matters of the heart.
KING OF EMUNISTA (Day Player / Cameo / Male / 40s–60s / Any Ethnicity):($200)
Visiting foreign royal whose attendance at the Christmas gala is critical to foreign policy. Dignified, imposing, and observant. Formal accent welcome.
WHITE HOUSE PRESS CORPS (extras / Multi / Any Gender / 20s–60s):
Inquisitive, rapid-fire broadcast and print journalists. React dynamically to policy updates and emergent personal gossip. May double across scenes.
STAFF & DECORATION CREW (extras / Multi / Any Gender / 20s–60s):
Hardworking executive residence staff and floral/decor specialists. Background texture with selective dialogue in fast-paced production setups.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit headshot, resume, reel, and agent/manager contact information via the portal. Self-tape invitations and sides will be issued directly upon review.
Submit all headshots and reels to
[email protected]
Subject line: Name/ Role/Age range within 10 years/
Include cellphone Days/Dates you are NOT available in October , any reels, and resume, and all sizes . Your city and State- no per diem hotel or travel all LOCAL Pay rate is per day
