$1,200 Popeyes Commercial Casting Call for Real Nola Musicians
Real NOLA Musicians for Commercial
Job Description
A commercial filming in New Orleans is seeking real New Orleans street musicians with authentic musical energy and strong on-camera presence. This role is ideal for performers who naturally embody the spirit of the city and can confidently play their instruments on camera. Talent should bring a genuine, soulful vibe that reflects the musical culture of New Orleans.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as a real New Orleans musician in a commercial
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Play brass, percussion, or similar instruments naturally
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Bring authentic street-performer energy and charisma to each scene
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Follow direction from the production team while maintaining musical authenticity
Requirements
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Open ethnicity
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Male or female
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Ages 25–60
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Real New Orleans street musicians strongly preferred
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Must confidently play brass, percussion, or similar instruments
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Strong musical presence and expressive performance
Compensation
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$700 for a 10-hour session
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$1,500 usage fee if used
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Orchestra Members for Commercial – Austin, TX
Job Description
A commercial production is casting adult extras in Austin, Texas to portray orchestra members. This paid commercial casting call is open to talent ages 18 and older of all ethnicities who own their own concert band instrument and can realistically mime playing on camera.
Casting directors are specifically seeking musicians with brass, woodwind, or string instruments. (Guitars and pianos are not needed for this project.) Talent must bring their own instrument and be comfortable appearing as part of a professional orchestra setting.
Filming will take place in Austin, TX, and selected talent should be prepared for a full production day.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray an orchestra member in a commercial shoot
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Bring and handle your own instrument on set
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Mime realistic playing movements during filming
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Follow direction from the production team
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Be available for a full shoot day (10–12 hours possible)
Requirements
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Age 18+
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All ethnicities welcome
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Must own a brass, woodwind, or string instrument
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No guitars or pianos
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Non-union talent
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Must be local to Austin, TX
Compensation
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$300 for the day if selected
Job Description
A non-union commercial is seeking real Brazilian drummers to appear in an energetic, music-driven production. This project celebrates rhythm, culture, and live performance, and is looking for performers who can bring authentic Brazilian drumming styles and high-energy presence on camera. Ideal for musicians who are comfortable performing solo or with friends in a dynamic commercial setting.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform live Brazilian drumming on camera
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Bring high energy, rhythm, and expressive movement to the performance
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Follow creative direction from the production team
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Participate in wardrobe fitting and scheduled shoot days
Requirements
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Must be a real Brazilian drummer
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Ages 18 and older
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Open to all ethnicities and genders
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Comfortable performing on camera
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Able to self-tape a drumming audition
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Available for scheduled shoot dates
Compensation
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$600 per day guaranteed
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Buyout ranging from $2,000–$4,000 based on final edit
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Paid non-union commercial role


