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Female Personal Trainer – High-End TV Series
Job Description
A high-end television series is seeking an experienced female personal trainer for a featured role. The production requires someone with strong fitness expertise and the ability to bring authentic energy and professionalism to the screen.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a personal trainer in a scripted TV series scene
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Demonstrate fitness knowledge and authentic trainer presence
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Work with the production team to deliver a believable performance
Requirements
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Female, ages 35–45
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Must have prior personal training experience
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Open only to residents of Ireland with a valid PPSN and right to work in Ireland
Compensation
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Paid role in a high-end TV series
Model Casting Call
Job Description
Casting directors are seeking new faces for an exciting international scouting opportunity. Talent will be considered across major cities, with a focus on unique looks, strong presence, and the ability to represent global brands in fashion and commercial projects.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in professional photoshoots and campaigns
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Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and creative teams
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Represent fashion and commercial brands with professionalism
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Adapt to various creative directions and styling requirements
Requirements
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Open to all genders and ethnicities
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Must provide accurate body measurements
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Submit recent digitals (clear, natural photos)
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Include location details for consideration
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Strong interest or background in fashion and modeling is a plus
Compensation
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Competitive industry rates based on project type
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Travel opportunities for select international bookings
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Exposure to global fashion and commercial markets
Photo Double – Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film is seeking a boy to work as a photo double in an upcoming production. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience with no prior acting background required. Selected talent will work closely with the production team to match the lead actor in key scenes.
Job Responsibilities
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Serve as a photo double for the lead character in the film
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Follow direction from the production crew to ensure continuity in shots
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Remain professional and focused during a full filming day
Requirements
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Boys, ages 12–15
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Strawberry blonde, blonde, or red hair (must be willing to have a buzz cut)
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Height between 5’3.5”–5’5”
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Wears approximately size 14 shirt and pants
Compensation
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$275 per day
Job Description
A major clothing brand is casting male and female models for an upcoming commercial campaign in New York City. The production seeks models who embody modern style and confidence, representing the brand’s vision in a professional, high-profile shoot.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in a commercial shoot for a major clothing brand.
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Model clothing as directed by the creative and styling team.
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Work professionally with photographers, directors, and other models.
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Maintain strong on-camera presence and confidence throughout the shoot.
Requirements
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Male Model: 6’0” or taller, must fit size M / 32.
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Female Model: 5’8” or taller, must fit size S / 26.
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Must be based in or able to travel to New York City.
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Previous modeling experience preferred but not required.
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Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable in front of the camera.
Compensation
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Paid opportunity – rate disclosed upon booking.
Family of Four for Major Insurance Campaign
Job Description
A major insurance brand is casting a real family of four for an upcoming commercial campaign. This project will feature parents in their 40s, along with one teenager and one younger child. This is a great opportunity for families to work together on a high-paying, nationally recognized commercial.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in filming for a commercial campaign
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Work collaboratively with production staff and directors
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Portray a natural, relatable family dynamic on camera
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Follow direction during filming to capture authentic moments
Requirements
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Parents in their 40s
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One teenager (13–19) and one younger child (6–12)
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Must be comfortable on camera and able to work as a family unit
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Open to families with professional or non-professional acting experience
Compensation
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$4,000 flat rate for the family
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Professional exposure through a national campaign
Female Model – Promo Photo Shoot
Job Description
A promo photo shoot is seeking an expressive female model to portray a confident, professional recent graduate celebrating her first day at a new corporate job. This role focuses on capturing natural expressions, energy, and personality for a promotional campaign.
Job Responsibilities
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Model in a professional photo shoot setting
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Portray a recent graduate starting her first day at a corporate job
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Deliver expressive, authentic poses and a confident presence on camera
Requirements
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Female models, ages 24–30
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Must be comfortable modeling in a professional, corporate-style shoot
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Strong ability to convey personality through expressions and posture
Compensation
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$500 flat rate (+20% for talent with representation)
Stage Hands / Theater Staff – Rehearsal Scene
Job Description
A television production is seeking stage hands and theater staff types for a fun rehearsal scene. This role will help bring authenticity to the storyline while providing background support in a lively and creative environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear as stage hands or theater staff in a rehearsal scene
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Contribute to the authenticity of a behind-the-scenes theater setting
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Follow direction from the production team and remain professional on set
Requirements
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Open to all genders and ethnicities
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Must have availability for scheduled filming days
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Comfortable working in a theater-style environment
Compensation
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Paid background role
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Professional on-set television experience
Basketball Player – Sports Drink Commercial
Job Description
A sports drink commercial featuring an NBA player is casting for a skilled basketball player to appear on screen. This role is perfect for athletes with competitive-level experience who can deliver authentic performance in a high-energy campaign.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a basketball player in a sports drink commercial
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Perform on-court movements and showcase strong basketball skills
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Work alongside production and talent, including an NBA player, to bring authenticity to the commercial
Requirements
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African American male, 20s
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Must be a D1 or D2 level point guard
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Height: no taller than 6’2”
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Must be local to Westchester, NY
Compensation
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$1500/day
Julia (Supporting Role) – Investigating the Supernatural: Angels & Demons
Job Description
A documentary reenactment project is casting for the role of Julia, a high priestess of a satanic cult who is demonically possessed and displays supernatural powers. Julia is a complex character—calculated, mischievous, yet conflicted—struggling between wanting freedom from possession and fearing the consequences of leaving the cult.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Julia in intense and dramatic reenactments for a documentary feature
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Deliver an emotional and conflicted performance as a possessed cult member
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Perform scenes of fear, power, and desperation while interacting with exorcists and priests
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Convey both vulnerability and menace with depth and authenticity
Requirements
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Female actor, ages 35–45
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Caucasian, with black or dark brown hair and brown eyes
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Pale and petite appearance preferred
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Strong acting ability to capture possession, inner conflict, and supernatural elements
Compensation
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Supporting role minimum: $300 per 10-hour filming day (less fees)
Father Richard Turk (Supporting Role) – Investigating the Supernatural: Angels & Demons
Job Description
A documentary reenactment project is casting for the role of Father Richard Turk, an Episcopal priest with a direct and confrontational personality. Initially skeptical about angels, his life changes dramatically after an unforgettable spiritual encounter during the course of the story.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Father Richard Turk in dramatic reenactments for a documentary feature
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Deliver a strong, authoritative performance as a priest who challenges and confronts others
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Participate in emotional and transformative scenes involving supernatural encounters
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Convey both skepticism and eventual spiritual revelation with depth and conviction
Requirements
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Male actor, ages 55–65
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Caucasian, with black and gray or gray hair; brown or hazel eyes
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Big and tall build preferred
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Ability to perform in intense, dialogue-driven scenes with authenticity
Compensation
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Supporting role minimum: $300 per 10-hour filming day (less fees)