Junior Achievement Commercial Casting Call for [Zoe]

Actors, Musicians & Performers for Commercial

Job Description
Casting a wide range of talent for a commercial campaign filming in New Orleans. This production is seeking actors, dancers, musicians, and unique personalities to bring an energetic, cultural street scene to life. Roles range from featured leads to supporting performers, all contributing to a vibrant and dynamic commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial production across various roles (acting, dancing, or playing music)
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Participate in lively street-style scenes with movement and interaction
• Bring authentic personality and energy to your role
• Be available for rehearsals, auditions, and shoot days as needed

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities, ages, and experience levels depending on role
• Roles include: older male dancers (70+), burlesque-style dancers (20s–40s), jazz bands, musicians, twin children or siblings (6–12), brides (20s–30s), and child performers
• Comfortable performing on camera in a high-energy environment
• Musicians must be able to play instruments such as piano, banjo, fiddle, or accordion
• Dancers and performers should be comfortable with movement and performance
• Reliable and able to work in New Orleans

Compensation

• Session fee starting at $500
• Usage/buyout rates up to $3,000 depending on role
• Additional $2,000 usage for select supporting roles and musicians
• $350 session + usage for select group performers
• Opportunity for featured roles in a commercial campaign

Twin Child Actors for Commercial

Job Description
Casting twin child actors for a commercial filming in New Orleans. This supporting role involves portraying visiting siblings enjoying a lively street scene, including dancing and interacting in a vibrant, cultural setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as twin siblings in a commercial production
• Participate in light dancing and movement on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Bring natural energy and personality to scenes
• Work alongside other performers in a dynamic environment

Requirements

• Male or female twins, ages 6–12
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing on camera and engaging in light dancing
• Able to follow direction and work cooperatively
• Reliable and available for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $500 session fee
• $2,000 usage/buyout
• Supporting role in a commercial campaign
• Opportunity for strong on-camera exposure

Featured Female Actor for Commercial

Job Description
Casting a featured female actor for a commercial filming in New Orleans. This lead role centers around a lively, spontaneous character who joins a Second Line parade, bringing energy and personality to a vibrant, culturally rich scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured lead in a commercial production
• Dance and move naturally in a parade-style scene
• Follow direction from the creative team during filming
• Bring expressive, energetic, and authentic performance on camera
• Participate in scheduled shoot days and potential auditions

Requirements

• Female, mid-20s to 30s
• Open ethnicity
• Comfortable dancing (no professional experience required)
• Strong on-camera presence and expressive personality
• Able to follow direction and perform naturally
• Reliable and available for shoot dates

Compensation

• $500 session fee
• $3,000 usage/buyout
• Lead role in a commercial campaign
• Opportunity for high visibility and industry exposure

Male Restaurant Customers for Commercial

Job Description
Casting male background actors to portray restaurant customers in a commercial for a major restaurant chain filming in Nashville. This role involves creating natural, everyday dining scenes that reflect a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Engage naturally in dining actions and interactions
• Maintain continuity and consistency across takes
• Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–80
• Open to all ethnicities and body types
• Must be local to Nashville, TN
• Comfortable performing in a casual, on-camera environment
• Reliable and able to commit to a full filming day

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours
• Possible $500 upgrade if selected as featured talent
• Non-union project
• Agency fee included

Commercial Actors & Background Shoppers

Job Description
Casting men and women for a commercial furniture campaign filming in Oklahoma City. This project features both a lead male role and background shoppers in a showroom setting. Talent will appear in a lifestyle-focused commercial highlighting everyday comfort and shopping experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial setting portraying realistic shopping and lifestyle moments
• Follow on-set direction for movement, positioning, and expressions
• Participate in scenes involving furniture interaction and showroom activity
• Maintain energy and professionalism throughout filming
• Be available for up to a full shoot day

Requirements

• Male featured role: ages 25–35
• Background roles: men and women ages 20s–60s
• Fit, healthy appearance with a natural, approachable look
• Comfortable sitting, standing, and moving naturally on camera
• Neat, contemporary hairstyle and overall polished appearance
• Strong smiles and clear skin preferred
• Prior modeling or commercial experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Featured role: $250 for up to 8 hours
• Background roles: $175 + $25 for agency fees
• One-day shoot (up to 8 hours)
• Opportunity to gain commercial on-camera experience

Veterinarians for Paid Short Film

Job Description
Casting real veterinarians for a paid short film project filming in Miami. This opportunity is open nationwide, with travel covered if needed. Selected participants will share authentic stories and experiences on camera, bringing real-life insight into veterinary work in a natural and engaging way.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera and share personal experiences as a veterinarian
• Participate in filmed interviews or storytelling segments
• Collaborate with the production team to capture authentic moments
• Represent the veterinary profession with professionalism and honesty
• Be available for a scheduled shoot day during the production window

Requirements

• Certified and qualified veterinarian (currently practicing or with past experience)
• Male, open to all ethnicities, ages approximately 40–60
• Comfortable speaking on camera and sharing real-life experiences
• Strong communication skills and natural on-camera presence
• Experience with service animals is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $1,000 for one shoot day
• Travel expenses covered if selected outside Miami
• Opportunity to be featured in a professional short film
• Gain on-camera experience with a production team

Teen Boy (Ages 12–14) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is seeking a teen boy to portray a child experiencing severe stomach pain in a family setting. This role requires strong emotional expression and the ability to convey discomfort and urgency on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in distress due to illness
• Deliver emotional and physical acting cues
• Interact with parent actors in dramatic scenes
• Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 12–14
• Black
• Comfortable performing emotional scenes
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,250 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• On-camera commercial experience

Tween Daughter (Ages 9–12) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is casting a tween girl to portray a child with a leg injury. This role involves emotional acting and physical awareness to convincingly portray pain and limited mobility in a home setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child with a leg injury
• Follow direction for emotional and physical cues
• Interact with parent actors in supportive scenes
• Maintain realistic performance throughout filming

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 9–12
• Caucasian
• Comfortable portraying injury and emotional scenes
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,250 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• Professional commercial experience

Infant (Ages 1–2) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is casting an infant to appear in a family-focused scene involving a young mother. The role will capture natural baby behavior in a safe, controlled filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a home scene with parent actors
• Follow simple direction with guardian present
• Display natural baby behavior on camera

Requirements

• Infant, ages 1–2
• Hispanic
• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,250 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• On-camera commercial exposure

Father (Ages 24–28) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is seeking a male actor to portray a supportive father in an emotional family scene. The role involves comforting both mother and child while maintaining a calm, reassuring presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a caring and supportive father
• Interact naturally with partner and child
• Deliver authentic emotional responses
• Follow direction during filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 24–28
• Open to any ethnicity
• Strong, reassuring on-camera presence
• Comfortable working with family scenes
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,450 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• Featured commercial experience

Mother (Ages 24–28) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is casting a female actor to portray a young mother caring for her baby. This role focuses on emotional storytelling, capturing fear, confusion, and nurturing instincts in a relatable home setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a caring and emotional mother
• Interact naturally with infant on camera
• Deliver expressive, realistic reactions
• Follow direction for emotional scenes

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 24–28
• Hispanic
• Strong emotional range and natural presence
• Comfortable working with infants
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,450 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• Featured commercial role

Young Boy (Ages 8–10) for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is casting a young boy to portray a child experiencing asthma symptoms. This role requires expressive acting to show difficulty breathing and interaction with a parent providing reassurance in a home environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child with asthma symptoms
• Follow direction for emotional and physical cues
• Perform simple actions such as using an inhaler
• Engage naturally with parent figures on camera

Requirements

• Male child, ages 8–10
• Caucasian
• Comfortable performing mild physical acting (breathing cues)
• Must be local to Northeast Ohio

Compensation

• $1,250 + 20% agency fee
• One-year usage with option to renew
• Professional commercial experience