International Ad Campaign Casting Call For African American Talent
Casting Call: International Ad Campaign – Young Talents Wanted!
Job Description:
We are thrilled to announce an open casting call for an upcoming international ad campaign. We are seeking talented and charismatic African American looking boys and girls aged between 5 to 12 years, based in Auckland, New Zealand. This is a fantastic opportunity for young talents to shine on an international platform and gain valuable experience in the advertising industry.
Job Responsibilities:
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Participate in photo shoots and filming sessions for the ad campaign.
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Follow the directions of the photographer and director during shoots.
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Collaborate with other cast members and crew to ensure a smooth and efficient shooting experience.
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Attend fittings and rehearsals as required by the production schedule.
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Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor throughout the production process.
Requirements:
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Must be aged between 5 to 12 years with an African American appearance.
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Reside in Auckland, New Zealand, and have reliable transportation to and from shooting locations.
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Previous modeling or acting experience is a plus but not mandatory.
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Must be available for the entirety of the production schedule, including potential weekends and holidays.
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A guardian must accompany applicants under 18 years of age at all times during shoots and related activities.
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Must be comfortable working in front of the camera and able to follow directions well.
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Enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work well with others.
Compensation Details:
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Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and role requirements.
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Travel expenses for shooting locations outside of immediate living area will be covered.
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Food and refreshments will be provided on shooting days.
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Job Description
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Casting directors are seeking professional, conservative-looking talent who can convincingly portray camera operators or news crew members. Preference will be given to those with real videography or camera experience to enhance authenticity on screen.
This is a local hire only. Talent must be able to work in the Atlanta area, as transportation and accommodation will not be provided.
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Portray a news videographer in background scenes
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Handle or simulate use of camera equipment on set
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Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
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Maintain a professional and conservative on-camera appearance
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Be available for a full filming day (up to 12+ hours)
Requirements
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Men and women, ages 21–65
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All ethnicities encouraged to apply
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Must not have worked on the show this season
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Professional, conservative look
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Videography or camera experience preferred
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No visible tattoos that cannot be covered
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Must be local to the Atlanta, GA area
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$168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed)
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Overtime paid after 12 hours
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Job Description
A television production is casting a non-union photo double for background work filming in Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, and surrounding Tennessee areas. This local hire opportunity is open to talent who closely match specific physical requirements for an on-screen actor.
Casting directors are seeking a photo double, ages 25–45, with an extremely thin physique and height between 5’10”–6’0”. Talent must only apply if they precisely fit these measurements, as this role requires matching wardrobe and physical continuity for filming.
Production is currently gathering submissions to present to the team. Selected talent must fit available costume sizes and receive approval from hair and makeup departments. This role requires flexibility and full-day availability.
Job Responsibilities
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Serve as a photo double matching the lead actor’s build and height
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Maintain continuity in scenes requiring body or stand-in work
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Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
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Commit to long on-set hours (12+ hours if needed)
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Be available regardless of final call time
Requirements
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Ages 25–45
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Extremely thin physique
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Height 5’10”–6’0”
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Must be local to Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, or surrounding TN areas
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Must fit production costume sizes
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Non-union talent only
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Submit recent photo and full contact information
Compensation
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$200 for 12-hour guarantee (time and a half after 12 hours)
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Background photo double credit
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On-set television production experience
Caucasian Male Photo Double for TV Series
Job Description
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Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be professional, reliable, and flexible with scheduling.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a photo double for a principal actor
- Match height, build, and hair color for continuity purposes
- Stand in for lighting, blocking, and select scenes
- Maintain consistent hair color and appearance throughout the season
- Be available for recurring work April through August
Requirements
- Caucasian male
- Ages 40s–50s
- Red hair with darker auburn shade
- Height between 5’10”–6’0”
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be available for seasonal work
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Job Responsibilities
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Requirements
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Compensation
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Job Responsibilities
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Portray either the Bachelor (male support) or Mom (female acting extra with lines)
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Deliver subtle, restrained, emotionally layered performances
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Convey emotion through micro-movements and nuanced expressions
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Participate in submission of headshot, resume, and monologue video
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Follow specific acting cues outlined in audition materials
Requirements
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Male
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Mid-20s to mid-30s
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Clean-cut appearance
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Black hair, neatly styled
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Studio-style headshot (plain background preferred)
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Strong theater background (stage experience required)
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Mom (Acting Extra with Lines)
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Female
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Ages 27–35
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Must be tisay (mestiza), ideally with Filipino-Chinese-Spanish features
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Strong theater background preferred
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Ability to deliver nuanced, understated emotion
General Requirements:
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Strong stage acting foundation
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Ability to perform subtle, cinematic acting
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Comfortable performing minimalist emotional beats
Compensation Details
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Portray Olivia, a tactical, military-trained character
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Deliver a commanding and emotionally grounded performance
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Perform physically demanding scenes as required
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Collaborate closely with the director and production team
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Be available for scheduled shoot dates
Requirements
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Female talent
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Hispanic or mixed ethnicity
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Late 20s to mid-30s
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Fit / athletic build
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Strong military presence and physicality
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Must convincingly portray a disciplined tactical character
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Strong emotional range required
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Non-SAG only
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Compensation Details
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$150 (Non-SAG)
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Two-day shoot
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Male and female performers
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Comfortable performing in party scene environments
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Reliable and punctual
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Deliver nuanced, emotionally authentic performances
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Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days
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Portray assigned family or supporting character role
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Deliver natural, expressive, and engaging on-camera performances
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Follow creative direction from the production team
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Participate in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days
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Maintain professionalism on set
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Wife: 25–27 years
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30–40 years
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Strong comic timing and versatile performance ability
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5–7 years
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Naughty, expressive, emotive
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9–10 years
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Bright and cheerful
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30–35 years
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Expressive, adaptive, sharp-looking
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50–55 years
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Must be based in Mumbai
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Strong on-camera acting ability preferred
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Job Description
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Perform in a professionally produced spec commercial
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Maintain professionalism on set
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Female
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Athletic build
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Open ethnicity
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Ages 8–10
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Ages 18–20
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Caucasian male
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Ages 40–55
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Farmer or cowboy type
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Non-union talent only
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$125 per talent per day
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Two-day shoot per project
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Spec commercial usage (additional compensation to be negotiated if used beyond spec purposes)
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This is an unpaid student production offering food, screen credit, and a copy of the completed film.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray one of two lead roles in a continuous one-take short film
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Deliver emotionally grounded performances in a suspense/thriller setting
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Collaborate closely with the student director and crew
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Participate in rehearsals and all scheduled shoot days
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Provide a self-tape or previous acting clip for consideration
Requirements
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Male
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Ages 18–30
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Open ethnicity
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Height between 5’8” – 6’4”
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Tall, slender or average build
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Must convincingly portray a character dealing with grief
Young Woman
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Female
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Ages 18–30
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Open ethnicity
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Height between 5’4” – 5’10”
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Able to portray a character frustrated with repetitive life circumstances
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Strong acting ability required
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Comfortable performing in a one-take filming format
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Unpaid student film
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Food provided
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Screen credit
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Copy of completed film
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Invitation to university showcase screening
Mike – Real Military Veteran for Airline Commercial
Job Description
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Casting directors are looking for someone mature, grounded, and physically active with a calm, confident presence. This role calls for a natural leader type — someone who carries himself with strength and quiet assurance on camera. The character thrives in structured environments and reflects discipline, warmth, and authenticity.
This is a high-paying commercial opportunity with potential usage upgrades. Local Atlanta talent only — no travel provided.
Job Responsibilities
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- Deliver authentic, natural on-camera performance
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- Maintain a professional and polished presence on set
- Be available for fitting and scheduled shoot day
Requirements
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