Commercial Casting Calls and Auditions

Bigfoot Performer for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial filming in Chicago is casting a male performer to portray Bigfoot. The production is seeking someone with a tall, rugged, larger-than-life presence who can create an imposing and memorable character on camera. The ideal performer has a distinctive outdoorsy look, with features such as facial hair or wild hair considered a plus. This non-union commercial role is open to Chicago local hires who can confidently bring physical personality and character-driven movement to the performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Bigfoot in a professional commercial production
• Use expressive physical movement and body language to develop the character
• Perform confidently while working in character wardrobe and makeup as required
• Follow blocking and creative direction from the production team
• Maintain consistent character movements throughout multiple takes
• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male talent
• Preferably 6’3″ or taller
• Tall, rugged, and physically commanding appearance
• Bearded, wild-haired, or distinctive looks are encouraged
• Strong physical performance and character movement abilities
• Must work as a local hire in Chicago, Illinois
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable following production direction

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; rate and compensation details will be discussed with selected talent

Female Gymnasts for Sporting Goods Commercial

Job Description

A sporting goods commercial filming in Austin, Texas, is casting young women with gymnastics experience for a paid on-camera role. The production is specifically seeking performers who can confidently execute a gymnastics-style backflip while bringing an athletic and energetic presence to the campaign. This opportunity is open to talent of all ethnicities with the physical ability and gymnastics skills required to perform the action safely and consistently on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a gymnastics-style backflip for a sporting goods commercial
• Execute athletic movements safely and consistently on camera
• Follow performance and creative direction from the production team
• Repeat physical actions across multiple takes when needed
• Maintain a confident and energetic on-camera presence
• Follow all on-set safety procedures during athletic sequences

Requirements

• Women, ages 18–22
• All ethnicities are welcome
• Must be able to perform a gymnastics-style backflip
• Strong gymnastics or related athletic skills
• Comfortable performing physical movements on camera
• Able to work in Austin, Texas
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $600 for a 12-hour shoot day

Real Family for Christmas TV Commercial

Job Description

A major Christmas commercial is casting a real family in Auckland, New Zealand, for a festive national advertising campaign. The production is looking for a mother and father in their 30s–40s with three children between the ages of 4 and 10. Genuine family connections, natural reactions, and warm on-camera chemistry are central to this campaign, which will appear across television, online, cinema, outdoor, retail, and print advertising.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real family in a Christmas advertising campaign
• Participate in natural holiday and family-oriented scenes
• Bring genuine family chemistry and personality to the camera
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the commercial production team
• Work cooperatively during the professional advertising shoot

Requirements

• Real family with a mother and father in their 30s–40s
• Three real children, ages 4–10
• Must live in or very near Auckland, New Zealand
• Parents and children should be comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to participate together in a professional commercial production

Compensation

• Adults: $3,000–$4,000 NZD each, minus tax, depending on role
• Children: $1,500 NZD each, minus tax

Older Couple for Christmas TV Commercial

Job Description

A major Christmas advertising campaign in Auckland, New Zealand, is casting a real older couple for a television commercial promoting one of the country’s leading brands. The production is looking for an authentic couple who can bring genuine warmth, chemistry, and personality to a festive campaign. Selected talent will appear across television, digital, cinema, outdoor, in-store, and print advertising.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real couple in a Christmas commercial
• Bring authentic chemistry and natural interactions to the campaign
• Participate in directed lifestyle scenes for advertising content
• Follow creative direction from the commercial production team
• Perform comfortably and naturally in front of the camera

Requirements

• Real couple, ages 70–80
• Must live in or very near Auckland, New Zealand
• Comfortable appearing together in a national advertising campaign
• Able to work professionally with a commercial production team

Compensation

• $3,000–$4,000 NZD each, minus tax, depending on the role

Husband, Wife, and Male Relative for Christmas TV Commercial

Job Description

A festive national advertising campaign is seeking a real husband-and-wife couple along with their real brother, male friend, or male cousin for a Christmas TV commercial in Auckland, New Zealand. Casting is focused on genuine relationships that translate into relaxed, believable chemistry on camera. The selected trio will help bring a warm and relatable holiday story to a campaign appearing across multiple advertising platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real-life trio in a national Christmas advertising campaign
• Perform natural interactions that showcase genuine relationships
• Participate in lifestyle and holiday-themed commercial scenes
• Take direction from the production and creative teams
• Maintain an authentic and engaging presence on camera

Requirements

• Real husband and wife, plus their real brother, male friend, or male cousin
• All participants should be ages 35–45
• Must live in or very near Auckland, New Zealand
• Comfortable appearing together on camera
• Able to follow creative direction during a professional commercial shoot

Compensation

• $3,000–$4,000 NZD each, minus tax, depending on the role

Real Friend Groups Who Ride Horses for National Commercial

Job Description

A national commercial for a major beverage brand is casting real groups of friends who genuinely enjoy horseback riding together. The production is seeking groups of three or more riders from the New York, New Jersey, and Tri-State area who can bring authentic friendship, natural chemistry, and real equestrian experience to the campaign. This paid commercial opportunity is designed for real people rather than actors portraying friendships, so groups with an established connection and a shared passion for riding are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear with your real group of friends in a national beverage commercial
• Ride horses naturally and confidently during production
• Showcase genuine friendship and group chemistry on camera
• Participate in horseback riding scenes as directed
• Follow safety guidelines and instructions from the production team
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout filming

Requirements

• Real groups of three or more friends
• All participants must be ages 17 or older
• Must genuinely enjoy riding horses together
• Horseback riding experience required
• Must reside in the New York, New Jersey, or Tri-State area
• Comfortable riding and appearing on camera as a group
• Able to follow production and equestrian safety direction

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity; rate and compensation details will be discussed with selected groups

Job Description

A major tech company is casting men and women ages 21–30 for a non-union production filming in New York City. The production is seeking people of any ethnicity who have a genuine passion for fitness, sports, and nutrition. Filming is scheduled for the third week of September, with selected talent receiving $5,000.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a major tech company production.
• Participate in filming centered around fitness, sports, and/or nutrition.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.
• Bring authentic enthusiasm and knowledge of the relevant interests.
• Maintain professional conduct while on set.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 21–30.
• Any ethnicity.
• Non-union talent.
• Genuine passion for fitness, sports, and nutrition.
• Professional headshot required when submitting.

Compensation

$5,000.

Job Description

Legacy Casting Global is seeking a male martial artist with proficient sword skills for an upcoming commercial filming in Dallas, Texas. The production is looking for talent experienced in any form of sword-based martial arts. Applicants may be asked to provide video footage demonstrating their sword or martial arts abilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform sword-based martial arts movements for a commercial production.
• Demonstrate strong, controlled, and proficient sword skills on camera.
• Follow choreography and production direction during filming.
• Work professionally with the production team throughout the shoot.
• Be available for the required filming schedule.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Proficient in sword-based martial arts.
• Comfortable demonstrating martial arts skills on camera.
• Ability to provide a skills video if requested.

Compensation

$1,000 per day.

Job Description

MLCP Talent is seeking men and women between the ages of 50 and 80 for an upcoming commercial production. Selected talent will participate in an approximately seven-hour commercial shoot, although filming may finish earlier. This opportunity is suitable for mature talent interested in gaining commercial production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as talent in an upcoming commercial production.
• Follow direction provided by the production and creative teams.
• Arrive prepared and ready for the scheduled filming time.
• Remain available for approximately seven hours, although the shoot may conclude earlier.
• Maintain a professional attitude while working on set.

Requirements

• Open to men and women.
• Must be between 50 and 80 years old.
• Should be prepared for approximately seven hours of filming.

Compensation

$160 for the shoot.

Silent Bit Extras for Financial Services Commercial

Job Description

A financial services commercial filming in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, is seeking non-union talent for nonspeaking and silent bit extra roles. Men and women of all ethnicities, ages 25–55, are needed to portray customers in a professional financial services setting. This paid commercial casting opportunity is best suited for performers with previous on-camera or acting experience who can naturally portray business professionals without dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer at a financial services firm
• Perform natural nonspeaking background and silent bit actions on camera
• Follow direction from the commercial production team
• Maintain appropriate professional behavior and business-oriented appearance
• Perform assigned actions consistently across multiple takes
• Remain available throughout the production day

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–55
• All ethnicities are welcome
• Non-union talent
• Previous on-camera or acting experience required
• Must have appropriate business attire, such as a suit or blazer with coordinating professional clothing
• Must work as a local hire in the Pittsburgh area
• Must have reliable transportation to the filming location
• Professional, dependable, and comfortable performing without dialogue

Compensation

• $600 for one day
• No hotel or mileage compensation provided