Jobs in New York, United States

Partygoers Casting Call for Untitled Tennis Feature Film

Job Description

An untitled tennis feature film is seeking cool young partygoers for a lively party scene filming in Jamaica, Queens, New York. The production is looking for a diverse mix of background actors who can bring authentic energy and personality to an exciting nightlife-style scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young partygoer in a feature film
• Participate naturally in party and social scenes
• Bring energetic and authentic reactions to the background action
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
• Maintain professionalism and continuity on set

Requirements

• Seeking cool, young partygoer types
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be able to work in Jamaica, Queens, New York
• Must be comfortable working around strobing lights
• Must be comfortable with atmospheric smoke used on set
• Must be reliable and professional throughout filming

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $231 for 8 hours
• Non-SAG background rate: $187 for 10 hours

New York Fashion Week Open Call for Models and Designers

Job Description

RXC RINX is seeking models, designers, and creative talent for an upcoming New York Fashion Week runway experience. This open call welcomes talent of all ages interested in participating in a NYFW presentation and gaining experience within the fashion industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an upcoming New York Fashion Week presentation
• Models will showcase fashion designs during the runway experience
• Designers will have the opportunity to present their creative work
• Collaborate professionally with models, designers, and the creative team
• Follow production and runway direction throughout the event

Requirements

• Models and fashion designers are encouraged to apply
• Open to all ages
• Must be interested in participating in a New York Fashion Week runway experience
• Must be comfortable working in a professional fashion environment
• Must be reliable and collaborative throughout the production

Compensation

• Compensation details not specifie

$231/8 Hours – “Freefall” Casting Call for Miami Club Patrons

Job Description

The Universal Pictures feature film “Freefall,” set in the 1980s and starring Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, is seeking men and women to portray sexy, glamorous Miami club patrons. The production is looking for Latino and White talent in their 20s–40s who can capture an authentic, stylish 1980s Miami nightlife look. Filming will take place in New Jersey, with fittings held in Brooklyn, New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a glamorous Miami club patron in 1980s-set feature film scenes
• Perform natural background action in a lively nightclub environment
• Maintain an authentic period-appropriate appearance throughout filming
• Participate in scenes involving atmospheric smoke and simulated smoking as required
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women in their 20s–40s
• Latino and White talent
• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be available to work in New Jersey
• Must be comfortable receiving a period-appropriate haircut if needed
• Must be comfortable with atmospheric smoke
• Must be comfortable smoking herbal cigarettes
• Must be comfortable with simulated illegal drug use

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $231 for 8 hours

“Freefall” Casting Call for 1980s Miami Strip Club Patrons

Job Description

The feature film “Freefall” is seeking background actors to portray 1980s Miami strip club patrons. Filming will take place in New Jersey, with talent needed to create an authentic period atmosphere. Selected performers should be comfortable with period-appropriate hair and facial hair adjustments, atmospheric smoke, simulated smoking, and simulated illegal drug use as part of the scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1980s Miami strip club patron in feature film scenes
• Perform natural background action appropriate to a nightclub environment
• Participate in scenes involving atmospheric smoke and simulated smoking
• Be comfortable portraying simulated illegal drug use when required
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be available to work in New Jersey
• Must be comfortable receiving a period-appropriate haircut if needed
• 1980s-appropriate facial hair preferred, including mustaches or light scruff
• No visible tattoos or facial piercings preferred for the period setting
• Must be comfortable with atmospheric smoke
• Must be comfortable smoking herbal cigarettes
• Must be comfortable with simulated illegal drug use

Compensation

Myron Bolitar Casting Call for US Open Tennis Fans and Staff

Job Description

Harlan Coben’s Myron Bolitar is seeking non-union background talent to portray people attending and working at a professional tennis event in Flushing, Queens. The production is looking for talent to portray US Open tennis fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, spectators, trainers, and other background roles for exterior summer scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tennis spectators, fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, trainers, or other event attendees and staff.
• Participate in exterior scenes depicting a professional tennis tournament.
• Follow direction from the production team while filming.
• Maintain professional behavior throughout the production.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Must be able to work in Flushing, Queens.
• Comfortable working in exterior summer scenes.
• Able to portray a realistic tennis fan, spectator, coach, stadium employee, security professional, trainer, or similar role.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation after 10 hours.

Up to $4,250 Major Tech Company Health App Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A major tech company is casting a non-union documentary-style commercial promoting new features for a popular health app. The production is seeking adults in the New York City area who are open to sharing authentic health and wellness journeys. Roles include people recovering from injuries, managing long-term conditions, making lifestyle changes, giving or receiving care, staying active later in life, experiencing major life transitions, or exploring mindfulness and holistic wellness practices. This casting is intended for people recovering, managing symptoms, or who have recovered and is not intended for terminal illnesses.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a documentary-style commercial centered on real health and wellness experiences.
• Share authentic personal experiences related to the selected health journey.
• Work naturally on camera and follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in one of the featured categories: Peak Performer, Long Term Manager, Fresh Starter, Care Giver, Active Senior, Life Transition, or Mind + Balance Seeker.

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be based in New York City or able to work as a local.
• Non-union talent.
• Must be comfortable sharing personal experiences on camera.
• Open to individuals on the road to recovery, managing symptoms, or who have recovered.

Compensation

• $750 session rate.
• $3,500 buyout.
• Up to $4,250 total compensation.

Feature Film New York Extras Casting Call for Double Dutchers

A feature film is casting Union and non-union background performers with Double Dutch experience for an exterior shoot in West Harlem. Selected talent will portray neighborhood residents Double Dutching in a scene filming on October 5. This is a special ability background role requiring demonstrated Double Dutch skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighborhood resident in a feature film background scene
• Perform Double Dutch on camera as part of the scene
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain continuity and professional on-set behavior throughout filming
• Participate in an exterior shoot in West Harlem

Requirements

• Open to Union and non-union background performers
• Must have Double Dutch experience
• Must be available to film on October 5
• Must be able to work in West Harlem, New York
• Current photo required for consideration
• Clothing sizes and Union status required with submission
• Applicants should provide details about their Double Dutch experience

Compensation

• $241 for 8 hours
• Special ability background rate

Teyana Taylor’s ‘GET LITE’ Open Casting Call

Teyana Taylor’s film Get Lite is casting new background actors in New York City to portray Harlem residents and help create an authentic neighborhood atmosphere. This paid opportunity is open to performers with no prior acting experience, and there are no fees to participate. Filming will take place throughout September and October in Harlem.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Harlem resident in background scenes for Get Lite
• Help create an authentic Harlem neighborhood environment on camera
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain professional behavior and reliability on set
• Be available for filming assignments throughout September and October

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Harlem, New York
• No previous acting experience is required
• Must be able to portray a Harlem resident
• Must register with Central Casting New York
• Must be available for production dates scheduled throughout September and October

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• No participation fees required

Popular TV Series Casting Call for Babies

A popular television series filming in New York City is casting Caucasian babies to portray the baby of lead actors. Twins, multiples, and individual babies are welcome to apply. The production is seeking babies due in October 2026, smaller babies born before that timeframe, and babies due in late November or early December. Selected babies will work under applicable child labor laws and permitted work-hour requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a popular television series
• Portray the baby of lead actors in scripted scenes
• Participate in filming under parent or guardian supervision
• Follow all applicable child labor regulations and production requirements
• Be available for production scheduling as needed if selected

Requirements

• Casting Caucasian babies
• Twins, multiples, and individual babies are welcome
• Seeking babies due in October 2026
• Smaller babies born before October 2026 may also be considered
• Also seeking babies due in late November or early December
• Must be able to work in New York City
• Parent or legal guardian must handle the submission process
• Applicable child labor laws and permitted work hours will apply

Compensation

• Pays above the SAG background rate
• Compensation is subject to production terms and applicable child labor requirements

Job Description

A production in New York City is seeking male and female background actors for featured “slice of life” scenes. Selected extras will portray pedestrians or shoppers, with faces visible on camera. This paid casting opportunity is looking for adult talent who can bring a natural and authentic presence to everyday scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background actor portraying a pedestrian or shopper.
• Perform natural everyday actions for “slice of life” scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a professional and camera-ready presence on set.

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 25–35.
• No minors.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Comfortable appearing visibly on camera in background scenes.

Compensation

• $250 all-in shoot rate.