“Covered CA” Open Casting Call

Job Description
A rush call in the NYC area is casting actors and models for a paid shoot. Production is seeking confident, camera-ready talent who can take direction quickly in a fast-moving set environment. Some roles may include lines, so comfort speaking on camera is a plus. This is a short, single-day booking in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a filmed shoot as an actor or model

• Follow direction from the production team and adapt quickly

• Maintain continuity across takes and stay camera-ready

• Deliver natural reactions and light dialogue if assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City

• Open to all looks

• Roles needed:

  • 3 male actors (20s–30s)

  • 1 female runner model

  • 2 female actor/models (20s–30s)

• Comfortable on camera; speaking ability a plus (may have lines)

Compensation

• $250 for 6 hours

Russian-Speaking Male Actors for Paid NYC Museum Performance

Job Description
A paid performance project is casting Russian-speaking male actors for a live or filmed performance by an acclaimed artist at a major museum in New York City. This opportunity is open to both experienced actors and first-time performers who are confident, reliable, and comfortable taking direction in an art-forward environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as directed as part of an artist-led performance project

• Communicate naturally in Russian as required for the role

• Follow staging, timing, and performance direction from the creative team

• Maintain professionalism and focus in a museum setting

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–55

• Must be Russian-speaking

• Open to actors and first-time performers

• Must be able to work in New York City as a local hire

• Comfortable performing in a museum environment

Compensation

• Paid performance role (rate provided upon selection)

Hispanic or Black Male Teen Actor to Portray Young Nick (True Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a Hispanic or Black male teen to portray Young Nick in a reenactment scene. This role is designed for an early-teen actor who can deliver natural, grounded on-camera presence in a documentary-style format. The scene does not involve violence or graphic content and will be filmed in Knoxville, Tennessee with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Young Nick” in a true crime reenactment scene

• Follow direction from the director and recreation team on set

• Perform realistic, non-speaking actions that support the storyline

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout the filming day

Requirements

• Hispanic or Black male actor

• Early teen age range

• Should resemble the look needed for the role

• Comfortable working in a true crime recreation format with no scripted audio

• Must be available to work on location in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day (flat day rate)

Hispanic Female Actor to Portray Grandmother (True Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a Hispanic female actor to portray a grandmother in a dramatized recreation scene. This role is filmed in a realistic, documentary-style format with no scripted audio, making natural on-camera presence and strong visual storytelling essential. Filming will take place in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grandmother in a true crime recreation scene

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team on set

• Perform natural, non-speaking actions that support the story

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Hispanic female actor

• Must be able to match the general look needed for the role

• Comfortable working in a true crime reenactment format with no scripted audio

• Must be available to work on location in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day

• Hotel provided

Teen Boys for 1950s TV Series Scene

Job Description
A television series is casting two teen boys for a featured background scene set in 1953. Production is looking for teens who can authentically fit an early 1950s look and feel comfortable appearing on camera in a period setting. This is a fast-moving casting, so prompt submissions are encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teen boy in a 1950s-era scene for a scripted TV series

• Follow direction from the director and background team on set

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, hair styling, and movement between takes

• Work professionally alongside cast, crew, and other background talent

Requirements

• Teen boys, approximately 11–17, must appear 13–14

• Caucasian-appearing talent

• Hair must be suitable for an early 1950s look

• Must be willing to get an early 1950s haircut if requested

• Must have a parent/guardian (chaperone) who can be fully available on the filming day

• Updated, recent photos strongly recommended

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation details provided upon selection

SAG-AFTRA Guest Star Role for Episodic Web Series

Job Description
A comedic, character-driven episodic web series is casting a male actor to play a guest star role as a grounded, naturally funny father figure. Set inside a struggling improv theater, this short-form project is seeking talent with strong deadpan delivery and realistic comedic instincts. Selected actors will be asked to self-tape after receiving sides.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a guest star role in a short episodic web series

• Deliver dry, deadpan comedy with natural realism

• Take direction and collaborate with the creative team for a character-driven tone

• Complete a self-tape audition if selected to audition

Requirements

• Male actor, late 50s to early 60s

• Ethnicity: open

• Strong comedic timing with subtle, deadpan delivery

• Able to portray a practical, observant father with warmth and quiet humor

• Improv experience is a plus (not required)

Compensation

• Unpaid under a SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget Agreement

• SAG-AFTRA credit

• IMDb credit

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

Veteran Lead Role for Digital Campaign

Job Description
A digital video campaign is casting a confident male lead to portray a veteran or current active military service member. This role features direct-to-camera delivery and requires a grounded, authentic presence that feels natural and believable. Videos will be used for website and social media content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran or active service member in scripted digital video scenes

• Deliver lines directly to camera with a confident, natural tone

• Follow direction from the production team for performance and pacing

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Must convincingly portray a veteran or current active military service member

• Caucasian per role specs

• Comfortable delivering lines directly to camera

• Confident, grounded, and approachable on screen

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day (speaking role, plus agency fee)

• Digital usage for client website and social media

Industrial Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A non-union industrial commercial project is seeking Dallas, TX area local hires for OCP (on-camera principal), featured background, and background roles. This production needs a range of camera-ready talent to portray industrial drivers and freight partners in a professional work setting. Transportation and accommodations are not provided, so talent must be able to work locally and remain available for full shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray industrial workplace roles in commercial scenes (OCP, featured background, and background)
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready for full-day filming schedules
• Maintain a clean, conservative, camera-ready appearance on set

Requirements

• Must be a Dallas, TX area local hire (no travel provided)
• Must have full-day availability for multiple shoot dates (exact call/wrap times not provided)
• Non-union talent
• Clean cut, conservative look; friendly and professional demeanor
• For driver roles: Talent is not expected to drive or operate freight vehicles
• Role types needed include:
  • Industrial Driver #1 (OCP): Male, white, age 40s–50s, variety of types
  • Industrial Driver #2 (OCP): Male, black, age 40s–50s, variety of types
  • Industrial Driver #3 (OCP): Female, Asian or Hispanic/Latinx, age 20s–30s, variety of types
  • Industrial Driver #4 (OCP): Female, white or black, age 20s–30s, variety of types
  • Freight Partner #1 (OCP): Male, Hispanic/Latinx/Asian/Black, age 40s–50s, variety of types
  • Freight Partner #2 (OCP): Female, Hispanic/Latinx/Asian/Black, age 30s–40s, variety of types
  • Background #1: Male, Hispanic/Latinx, age 30s–40s, variety of types
  • Background #2: Male, black, age 20s–30s, variety of types
  • Background #3: Female, white, age 30s–40s, variety of types
  • Background #4: Female, Hispanic/Latinx, age 30s–40s, variety of types

Compensation

• OCP Roles:
  • $900/day session fee (plus 20% agency fee)
  • $75 fitting fee (flat rate, if needed)
  • $3,500 buyout (3 years)
• Background Roles (including featured background):
  • $275 for 10 hours (plus 20% agency fee)
  • Includes usage and buyout across placement, use, and run