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Child Actor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Associate Teacher

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$23.79 - $26.79/hr

May be designated as acting Center Supervisor when the center supervisor is absent for a day or ... Minimum Requirement: 12 core units of early childhood education (ECE) or child development (child ...

Associate Teacher

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$23.79 - $26.79/hr

May be designated as acting Center Supervisor when the center supervisor is absent for a day or ... Minimum Requirement: 12 core units of early childhood education (ECE) or child development (child ...

Recognize acting out behavior of child specific age group and set appropriate limits in clear, concise, behavioral and non-judgmental terms based on the age of the patient. * Demonstrate an awareness ...

Recognize acting out behavior of child specific age group and set appropriate limits in clear, concise, behavioral and non-judgmental terms based on the age of the patient. * Demonstrate an awareness ...

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How much do child actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for child actor in California is $25.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.83 and $21.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a child actor?

A child actor is a young performer, typically under the age of 18, who appears in films, TV shows, commercials, theater productions, or voice acting roles. They portray characters in scripted productions, bringing stories to life through acting, often under the guidance of directors and coaches. Child actors may audition for roles, attend rehearsals, and work on-set while balancing education and legal work-hour restrictions. Their performances play a crucial role in entertainment, requiring talent, training, and dedication.

What are typical daily responsibilities and work hours for child actors?

Child actors generally spend their days balancing acting responsibilities—such as rehearsals, auditions, filming, or stage performances—with schoolwork and designated rest periods, as mandated by child labor laws. Work hours for child actors are carefully regulated and often shorter than those of adult actors to safeguard their well-being. On set or during productions, they collaborate closely with directors, acting coaches, and guardians who ensure their educational and emotional needs are met. The work environment is dynamic and supportive, focusing on both creative growth and legal protection for minors. This structure helps child actors thrive while maintaining a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child actor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Actor, talent in acting, memorization, and the ability to follow direction are essential, often developed through acting classes or performance experience. Familiarity with stage and on-camera techniques, audition processes, and sometimes union membership (such as SAG-AFTRA) may be required. Strong communication skills, discipline, and professionalism set a child actor apart, along with the ability to handle feedback and maintain focus on set. These qualities and skills ensure successful performances, positive working relationships, and steady career growth in a competitive industry.

How to get hired as a child actor?

To get hired as a child actor, it is important to have an acting resume, headshots, and an agent or talent representative who can submit you for auditions. Children typically need parental consent and may be required to obtain work permits depending on local regulations. Auditions are often held through casting calls, talent agencies, or online casting platforms, and having acting classes can improve skills and confidence.

What are the most commonly searched types of Child Actor jobs in California?

The most popular types of Child Actor jobs in California are:

Infographic showing various Child Actor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,167 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Threat Investigator (Trust & Safety)

Cypress HCM

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description


Threat Investigator (Trust & Safety)

Our team needs additional support to respond to critical safety incidents and conduct investigations across a range of abuse areas including but not limited to Violence, Hate, Mental Health, CBRN, Child Safety, and more
 
As a threat investigator, you will be supporting our Investigations Team and responsible for detecting and/or responding to malicious uses and abuse, investigating the activity, drafting reports based on your findings, and making recommendations. This will require experience investigating threat actors, harmful behaviors, and/or other activities; as well as a strong ability to use SQL and Python to query, transform, and understand data. You will also respond to escalations and reactive leads, including those that are not caught by our existing safety systems.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Proactively detect and reacquire bad actors on our platform
  • Investigate potentially policy-violating activity by querying internal data sources (using SQL and Python) and cross-referencing open-source information
  • Document and share investigative findings with internal stakeholders
Required Skills:
  • 3+ years of experience working on related topics
  • U.S.-based, with the ability to work West Coast hours (9am - 5pm PT)
  • Ability to be on-call that will involve resolving urgent escalations outside of normal work hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
  • Familiarity with technical investigations, and detection pipelines, especially using SQL and Python
  • Familiarity with one of the following topics/areas: AI safety, child safety, digital mental health, fraud abuse, radicalization/persuasion/grooming; hateful activities and groups
  • Ability to rapidly switch across domains, modalities, and abuse areas, to include violent activities and child safety
  • Excited to work in a fast paced, ambiguous, and purposeful space with high impact across users and beyond
  • Bonus Points if you are proficient in Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish
 
This role includes serving in an on-call capacity that will involve resolving urgent escalations outside of normal work hours, occasionally including evenings and weekends. The typical on-call rotation is 7 consecutive days every 6-8 weeks
 
Pay Rate
  • $50-$60/hour

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We deliver consistently superior recruiting by virtue of trusting, communicative relationships with companies and candidates alike. From Fortune 100s to startups, clients lean on us to fulfill their range of needs from contract to full-time positions. With an intimate knowledge of the industries we serve, a keen sense of what makes for high-performing talent in any role, and shared sense of urgency, our clients will tell you: your solution begins here.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Walnut Creek, CA, US

Year founded

2005

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