Christina Calisi Casting

Elite Chefs for Competition Cooking TV Show

Job Description
A new competition cooking television show is now seeking elite chefs and skilled cooks ready to take on high-pressure, viral food challenges. This fast-paced series is designed for talented culinary professionals who stay ahead of food trends, think creatively under pressure, and thrive in competitive kitchen environments. If you love bold flavors, intense challenges, and showcasing your skills on camera, this opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Compete in high-energy cooking challenges on camera

• Prepare innovative dishes under time and performance pressure

• Follow direction from producers and culinary judges

• Represent your culinary style with confidence and professionalism

Requirements

• Experienced chefs or cooks with strong culinary skills

• Comfortable working under pressure in a competitive setting

• Confident on camera and able to communicate clearly

• Passion for food trends, viral challenges, and creative cooking

Compensation

• Paid, non-union opportunity

• One-day television shoot

• National exposure on a competition cooking show

Casting Associate

Job Description
A casting office is hiring a Casting Associate to support active, story-driven casting projects. This project-based role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented entertainment professional who communicates clearly and enjoys working in a fast-moving casting environment. The position is hybrid/remote-friendly, with New York City availability needed as projects require.

Job Responsibilities

• Support daily casting operations across multiple projects

• Help manage submissions, scheduling, and talent tracking

• Assist with audition sessions, callbacks, and session logistics

• Maintain organized casting materials, databases, and project documents

• Communicate professionally with agents, talent, and production teams

Requirements

• Based in New York State or able to work as a New York hire

• Hybrid/remote-friendly with NYC availability as needed

• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through

• Clear communication skills and comfort in a collaborative setting

• Casting office experience preferred

Compensation

• $1,000–$1,200 per week

• Project-based W2 role with potential for ongoing work

• Salaried, exempt position (not eligible for overtime)

Casting Teams of Two for Renovation Competition Series

Job Description
A major cable network is seeking dynamic duos with strong renovation experience to compete in an exciting home renovation competition series. This is an incredible opportunity for teams with proven skills, creativity, and personality to transform a home and compete for a cash prize while showcasing their craftsmanship and story on national television.

Job Responsibilities

• Compete as a team in a renovation-based reality competition

• Design, build, or renovate assigned spaces under production timelines

• Showcase your teamwork, creativity, and design or construction expertise

• Participate in interviews and storytelling segments for broadcast

• Be fully available to live and film on location during the shoot

Requirements

• Teams of two: contractors, builders, designers, flippers, DIY experts, business partners, family members, or exes

• Must be 18 years or older and a legal U.S. resident

• Proven hands-on renovation, construction, or design experience (professional or DIY)

• Strong personalities and ability to perform on camera

• Must be available to travel and live on location for approximately six weeks

• Must commit to the entire filming schedule

Compensation

• Opportunity to compete for a cash prize

• All travel and accommodations provided during filming