Cleveland Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

$125/Day Cleveland Metropark Zoo Casting Call for Couple

A paid web and social media campaign is casting a couple for filming at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Northeast Ohio. The production is seeking adults ages 28–40 of any ethnicity, and no previous acting or on-camera experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a couple in a web and social media campaign.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate professionally in scheduled scenes at the zoo location.

Requirements

• Ages 28–40.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• No acting or on-camera experience required.
• Must be available to film on October 14 and October 15.

Compensation

$125/Day Cleveland Metropark Zoo Casting Call for Diverse Couple

A paid web and social media campaign is casting a diverse couple for filming at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Northeast Ohio. The production is seeking adults ages 47–65 of any ethnicity, and no previous acting or on-camera experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a couple in a web and social media campaign.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate professionally in scheduled scenes at the zoo location.

Requirements

• Ages 47–65.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• No acting or on-camera experience required.
• Must be available to film in Northeast Ohio on October 14 and October 15.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.

Speaking and Background Roles Casting Call for “Somebody Here Is a Nazi” Short Film

Job Description

The SAG micro-budget dark comedy short film “Somebody Here Is a Nazi” is casting speaking and background roles for an upcoming production filming in Columbus, Ohio. The story follows a swastika pendant discovered on a bathroom floor, leading two former best friends to investigate their 30-year high school reunion. The dark comedy explores the mystery while examining the dynamics of a close-knit suburban community.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned speaking or background character in the short film
• Perform scripted scenes and dialogue when assigned a speaking role
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the scene
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team
• Follow creative direction throughout rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Seven speaking roles are available
• Twenty background roles are available
• Must be able to work in Columbus, Ohio
• Must be comfortable performing material involving dark comedy and mature themes
• Must be reliable and professional throughout production

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified

$1,500 Adidas Commercial Casting Call

Job DescriptionAngela Boehm Casting is casting men and women, ages 30-40, of Chinese ethnicity for an Adidas commercial filming Sunday, October 18 in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Usage is social media.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for the Adidas commercial
• Be available for the October 18 shoot date

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30-40, of Chinese ethnicity
• Available Sunday, October 18 in the Cleveland area
• Email submission with recent full-length and chest-up photos, availability, and phone number; subject “Adidas – Your Name”

Compensation

• $1,000 session fee plus $500 one-year buyout, plus 20 percent

Adidas Commercial Casting Chinese Men and Women

Job Description

An upcoming Adidas commercial is seeking Chinese men and women for a social media campaign filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. The production is looking for talent ages 30–40 who can bring a natural, authentic presence to the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in an Adidas commercial
• Participate in content created for social media use
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Be available to film in the Cleveland, Ohio area

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–40
• Chinese ethnicity
• Must be available to work in the Cleveland, Ohio area
• Must be comfortable appearing in a commercial and social media campaign

Compensation

• $1,000 session rate
• $500 one-year buyout
• 20% additional compensation

$350/Day Democratic Ad Campaign Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

Angela Boehm Casting is casting talent for a political commercial filming in the Cincinnati, OH area. The “Political Ad” commercial will shoot Friday 10/09/26 or Saturday 10/10/2026, with talent working only one day. The digital-only :15 and :30 spots are scheduled to run on major streaming services and social media platforms in Ohio through the election in November.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a political commercial filming in the Cincinnati, OH area.
• Work one shoot day on Friday 10/09/26 or Saturday 10/10/2026.
• Complete a self-tape audition using the provided sides.
• Follow production direction during the 5–6 hour shoot.
• Provide a home address for a background check if cast.

Requirements

• Ages 45–75.
• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• No prominent facial tattoos or facial piercings.
• Must be available for one or both listed shoot dates.
• Self-tape should be filmed against a blank background and not outdoors.
• Slate should include full name, location, availability for one or both shoot dates, and agent status.
• Audition videos should be 50–100mb.
• Submission deadline: Saturday, October 3rd 2026 @ 10:00am.

Compensation

• $350/5–6hr.
• 20% agent fee.

Content Creator

Job Description

Beachwood Creative is seeking a content creator in Columbus to join its creative team. This opportunity is ideal for someone who loves creating, capturing, and curating engaging digital content and turning everyday moments into standout social media pieces.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging photo, video, and social media content
• Capture and curate everyday moments into compelling digital content
• Develop creative concepts that align with campaign and brand goals
• Collaborate with the creative team on content ideas and execution
• Maintain a consistent and polished visual style across deliverables

Requirements

• Based in or able to work in Columbus
• Strong interest in content creation, social media, and visual storytelling
• Ability to create engaging and on-brand digital content
• Creative mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable collaborating with a creative team

Compensation

• Compensation and rates are not specified

Young Helen Featured Extra for Feature Film “Fonk”

Job Description

The upcoming feature film “Fonk” is seeking a female featured extra to portray Young Helen. This paid film opportunity will shoot in the Northeast Ohio area and is looking for local talent who can bring a natural and authentic presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Helen as a featured extra in the feature film.
• Perform naturally on camera according to the needs of the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 24–27.
• African American.
• Must be local to or able to work as a local hire in Northeast Ohio.
• Comfortable working as a featured extra in a professional feature film.

Compensation

• $108/8 hours.

Job Description

5 Stage Film Commission is casting seven male actors for distinct henchmen roles in The Purple Hour. These characters appear throughout the series as tough, street-smart members loyal to the operation. Each henchman will have a different presence, ranging from quiet and intimidating enforcers to unpredictable wild-card personalities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of seven distinct henchmen.
• Perform dramatic and action-oriented scenes as directed.
• Bring a unique personality and physical presence to the assigned character.
• Follow choreography, blocking, and production direction.
• Maintain a believable tough and street-smart presence on camera.

Requirements

• Male actors.
• Playing age: 20s–40s.
• Open to varied looks and backgrounds.
• Must be comfortable performing action scenes.
• Must take direction well and work collaboratively.
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to work in Cleveland, Ohio.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

5 Stage Film Commission is seeking a female actor for the role of Detective Sarah Minelli in The Purple Hour. Sarah is a seasoned investigator digging deeper into the Purple Hour case. Tough, determined, and emotionally layered, she requires a performer who can bring strength and authenticity without making the character easily fooled.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Sarah Minelli throughout the series.
• Deliver emotionally layered dramatic performances.
• Convincingly portray an experienced and determined investigator.
• Perform scripted investigative and character-driven scenes.
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and crew.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Playing age: 30s–40s.
• Strong, authentic dramatic presence.
• Able to portray intelligence, determination, and emotional complexity.
• Must be able to work in Cleveland, Ohio.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.