Commercial Casting Calls and Auditions

Casting Musicians with Instruments for SAG-AFTRA Tech Commercial

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA tech commercial is now casting background actors who own classical instruments for an upcoming shoot in Miami. This project is seeking individuals who can bring authenticity to the scene by appearing with their instruments—no musical performance required. If you own a string, woodwind, or percussion instrument and are fully available for the shoot, this is a great opportunity to get featured and earn both standard union rates and a prop bump.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background musician in a tech commercial

• Bring your own instrument to the shoot (no playing required)

• Follow on-set direction and contribute to a visually authentic scene

Requirements

• Must be SAG-AFTRA

• Must own one of the following instruments:

  • Violin

  • Viola

  • Flute

  • Cello

  • Contrabass / Double Bass

  • Timpani

• Must be fully available for the shoot date

• Must bring your own instrument

Compensation

• SAG background rates

• Additional prop bump for bringing your instrument

• Professional on-set experience in a high-quality production

Commercial Casting Call for Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

Job Description
A major commercial is seeking breast cancer survivors to participate in a heartfelt campaign for an FDA-approved breast cancer treatment. Filming will take place in Canada, with all travel expenses covered. This empowering project will feature women willing to authentically share their personal journey of diagnosis, surgery, and recovery, helping to inspire others facing similar experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a two to three-day commercial shoot (June 22–25, tentative dates)

• Attend travel day and rehearsal prior to filming

• Be open to discussing your breast cancer journey, including diagnosis and surgery

• Share your story on-camera with vulnerability and strength

Requirements

• Must be a breast cancer survivor with a valid U.S. work permit, residency, or citizenship

• Hispanic or Caucasian women aged 40–55 who have had a lumpectomy or similar surgery and retained their breasts, with visible scars

• Hispanic women aged 60–70 who have had a double mastectomy without reconstruction

• Must be located in the U.S. (travel provided)

• Should closely match the specified age range

• Must be comfortable discussing medical history and personal experience on camera

• Willing to submit recent photos and details about surgeries

Compensation

• $7,200 payment

• All travel and accommodations covered

• Rehearsal day compensated

• Potentially life-changing exposure and contribution to breast cancer awareness

Commercial Casting for Real Friends and Couples

Job Description
A major fast food brand is seeking real friend groups and real couples with bold, eccentric personalities for a fun, high-energy commercial shoot in Los Angeles. This is a fantastic paid opportunity for outgoing talent who are comfortable on camera and love sharing food and laughter on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot for a recognizable fast food chain

• Bring vibrant, quirky energy and authentic chemistry to the set

• Engage in scripted and natural interactions during the shoot

• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Friend groups of 3 to 5 people or real couples

• Ages 18 to 28

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must have unique, eccentric features

• Must be comfortable eating meat on camera

Compensation

• $3,700 total per person (includes fitting)

• Fitting and shoot scheduled for May 20th and 21st

Casting Call: Teen Boys and Men with Facial Hair for Commercial Photoshoot

Job Description
A commercial campaign is looking for teen boys and adult men with facial hair to be featured in a heartfelt and health-focused photoshoot. The production is especially interested in real father-son duos but welcomes individual submissions as well. This is a well-paid opportunity with national exposure, capturing powerful generational imagery in a relatable, authentic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional lifestyle photoshoot for a health campaign

• Follow direction while delivering natural, emotionally resonant expressions

• Be comfortable shaving facial hair on set if requested

• Work cooperatively with other talent in a family-style setting

Requirements

• Teen boys aged 14–19 with visible facial hair

• Adult men aged 45–55 with facial hair

• Real father-son pairs encouraged but not required

• Must be able to work in Seattle or have local accommodation

• Must be available for 1–2 shoot days within the production window

Compensation

• $2,000 per person for session and usage

• High-visibility commercial campaign promoting health and wellness

• Unique opportunity to portray meaningful generational connections

Casting Call: Diverse College-Aged Talent for Commercial and Print Campaign

Job Description
A national package delivery brand is casting expressive and relatable young adults for a dynamic commercial and print campaign. This project seeks fresh, aspirational faces to portray unique college personas with authenticity and energy. Roles are crafted around distinctive characters, and the casting welcomes a broad spectrum of identities, backgrounds, and physical characteristics. Local Seattle talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray vibrant college student roles in a commercial and print shoot

• Attend a virtual callback and potential fitting ahead of the shoot

• Bring personality, character, and visual individuality to screen

• Follow direction and deliver high-energy, camera-ready performance

Requirements

• Women, trans, and non-binary individuals aged 18–22

• Must be local to Seattle or able to self-report with no travel provided

• Great on-camera presence with expressive, engaging energy

• Open to all ethnicities, body types, and gender expressions

• Especially seeking talent with unique features (freckles, gaps, scars, etc.)

Roles include:

• Ruby: Fashion-forward marketing major with a polished style

• Emma: Literature major with vintage flair and French-girl chic

• Spence: “Androgynous prep” architecture major with a structured aesthetic

• Pixel: Digital arts student with a bold, Y2K-inspired look

Compensation

• $500 session rate (includes fittings and per 10-hour shoot day)

• $1,000 guaranteed usage fee

• Featured exposure in both video and print for a national campaign

Casting Call: Hispanic/Latino Families and Friends for Commercial Party Scene

Job Description
A fun-filled beverage commercial is casting Hispanic/Latino individuals, families, and groups of friends to bring the energy to a lively party scene. The shoot will capture the warmth of a family BBQ, laughter, dancing, and unforgettable moments of joy. This is your chance to show off your moves, personality, and connection with real loved ones in a relaxed backyard celebration setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray partygoers at a vibrant BBQ celebration

• Engage in dancing, laughing, and group interactions on camera

• Bring authentic energy and joy to represent a close-knit community

• Work collaboratively in a casual, outdoor setting with real family or friends

Requirements

• Open to males and females, ages 25+

• Must appear Hispanic/Latino/a/x

• Comfortable dancing and being animated on camera

• Must be local to the South Bay, San Diego area

• No visible tattoos preferred

• Real families and friend groups encouraged to apply together

Compensation

• $250 for 10 hours of background work

• Opportunity to be featured in a commercial celebrating community and connection

• Enjoy a shoot that feels like a real celebration

Casting Call: Real Business Owners for Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A major production is searching for real business owners and co-owners to appear in an upcoming commercial campaign. This project will feature authentic entrepreneurs who have experience using tax software for their businesses. Ideal candidates will have used business tax services multiple times and can speak to their experience. Select individuals may be filmed over one or two full days, including both video and still photography.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera to share your real business journey

• Participate in a full-day shoot, potentially extending to two days

• Showcase your place of work and collaborate naturally on set

• Support authenticity in storytelling through real tax experience

Requirements

• Business owners or co-owners aged 18–65

• Must have used business tax services, ideally with direct support experience

• Comfortable on camera and available for one or two shoot days

• Must be a resident of Sacramento, SF/Bay Area, Houston, Dallas, or NYC

• Open to including a business partner, associate, or family member for additional casting consideration

Compensation

• Lead talent: $1,000 day rate

• Usage: $2,000 for 3 years across all media (US and Canada)

• Supporting talent (friend/partner/family): $500 day rate

• Usage for supporting roles: $500 for 3 years, all media rights included

Casting Call: Real People for Photo and Video Shoot

Job Description
A vibrant commercial shoot is looking for real people to bring energy, authenticity, and fun to a photo and video campaign. The production seeks individuals and groups with playful, adventurous personalities who love sharing activities like bowling, climbing, and dining. This is a high-paying opportunity to be part of a brand shoot that celebrates real-life moments and community fun.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a full-day shoot involving lifestyle photography and video

• Portray real, relatable scenarios with enthusiasm and natural interaction

• Collaborate with production in a creative, upbeat environment

• Represent your group or profession authentically on camera

Requirements

• Open to real families, friend groups (ages 24–30), bowling fans, and climbing enthusiasts

• Also casting real chefs, servers, bartenders, and hosts

• Must be based in or able to work as a local in El Paso, TX

Compensation

• $500 per day per person

• Additional $2,500 bonus for those clearly featured in the final edit

• Professional on-set experience with wide exposure potential

Casting Call: Extras Needed for High Street Retail Commercial

Job Description
A leading high street retailer is casting extras for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity for individuals of all backgrounds to gain on-camera experience and be part of a professionally produced brand campaign. The production is looking for a diverse mix of looks and personalities to reflect real-world representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in a commercial

• Follow direction from the production and camera crew

• Contribute to creating an authentic, everyday environment on set

• Maintain professional conduct and punctuality throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and body types

• Ages 20 to 70 welcome

• No previous acting experience required

• Must be comfortable working on a set and taking direction

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Final rate and details disclosed upon selection