Commercial Casting Calls and Auditions

Casting Call: Talent for Plumbing Commercial (Experience Only)

Job Description:

We are casting for a plumbing commercial, seeking real couples, friends, or individuals to portray upscale homeowners. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build their acting reel and resume. While this is an unpaid project, participants will gain valuable experience and footage for their portfolio.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act as classy, upscale homeowners in a plumbing commercial.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for the half-day shoot.

Requirements:

• Talent: Male and female

• Age: 35-40 years old

• Ethnicity: Caucasian, African American, or Hispanic

• Appearance: Must have an upper middle class, upscale homeowner look

• Status: Non-Union

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on 6/12 for a half-day in Sacramento

Compensation:

• Rate: This is an unpaid opportunity

• Benefits: Great for reel and resume building

Casting Call: Young Families for Indiana Tourism Commercial Print Shoot

Job Description:

Indiana Tourism is seeking young families for an upcoming commercial print shoot. This project aims to capture the essence of family experiences and adventures in Indiana. We are looking for vibrant families who can showcase natural, joyful interactions in a picturesque setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Posing: Follow the direction of the photographer and production team to achieve desired shots.

• Engagement: Exhibit natural and joyful interactions as a family unit.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for a full day of shooting.

Requirements:

• Family Composition: Must consist of a mom (aged 30-40s), dad (aged 30-40s), and at least two children (more children are welcome), all under the age of 10.

Compensation:

• Rate: $650 for a full day shoot

• Travel Compensation: Additional $150 travel compensation per family

• Total Payout: $800 per family

Casting Call: Background Talent for Arizona Department of Education Commercial

Job Description:

We are seeking reliable and flexible boys and girls, ages 16-18, to be part of a commercial for the Arizona Department of Education. This is a rush casting call, and we are looking for background talent to add to our production. The role involves non-speaking background work and requires the ability to take direction well.

Job Responsibilities:

• Background Acting: Perform non-speaking roles in various scenes as directed.

• Punctuality: Arrive on set at the designated time and be prepared for a full day’s work.

• Flexibility: Be available for a potentially changing schedule and able to stay for up to 12 hours if needed.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor on set and follow all instructions from the director and production team.

Requirements:

• Age: Boys and girls, ages 16-18.

• Ethnicity: Any ethnicity.

• Availability: Must be available all day on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, with a flexible schedule.

• Reliability: Must be dependable and able to take direction well.

• Permission: If you have an agent, obtain their permission before submitting to avoid any conflicts. However, having an agent is not a requirement to submit.

Compensation:

• Rate: $300 for a 12-hour day.

Casting Call: Solar Panel Installers for Commercial Shoot

Job Description: We are seeking individuals with experience as solar panel installers to participate in a paid commercial. This opportunity is for a campaign promoting solar energy solutions, aiming to showcase real professionals in the field. The commercial is intended to highlight the importance and benefits of solar energy, capturing authentic scenes of solar panel installation.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a solar panel installer in various staged scenarios for the commercial.
• Work with the director and crew to realistically portray the process of installing solar panels.
• Engage in multiple takes of action scenes, ensuring technical accuracy and effectiveness in demonstrating product use.
• Possibly provide brief testimonial or dialogue regarding the benefits and process of solar panel installation, if required.

Requirements:

• Genuine experience in solar panel installation preferred.
• Open to all ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds.
• Must be available for the shoot during the week commencing 17th June.
• Professional demeanor and ability to follow directions on a busy set.
• Comfortable being filmed and possibly speaking on camera.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay rate for the day (specific details to be provided upon application acceptance).
• Travel expenses covered if shooting location requires significant travel.

Casting Call: Various Extras for Chime Commercial

Job Description: We are currently seeking individuals of all ethnicities, aged 18 to 70, to serve as extras in an upcoming commercial for Chime. This commercial will be filmed in Atlanta and features several roles, including featured extras. Applicants must be local or able to self-report to the location as no travel accommodations will be provided.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Featured Extra: Police Officer: Perform in scenes requiring a police officer presence, following directorial cues to enhance the narrative.
• Featured Extra: Delivery Man: Act in scenarios involving delivery scenes, potentially handling packages and interacting with other characters.
• Featured Extra: Jogger: Participate in scenes requiring jogging or running, potentially in background or main shots.
• Regular Extras: Serve as background actors in various scenes, providing the realistic ambiance of the commercial’s setting.

Requirements:

• Age: 18 to 70 years old
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or able to self-report to the set
• No specific experience required, but must be able to follow directions and act naturally on camera
• Reliable and punctual, with availability on the specified shoot dates
• For featured roles, specific physical attributes or skills (like running for the jogger) may be needed

Compensation:

• Featured Extras (Police Officer, Delivery Man, Jogger): $500 per role
• Regular Extras: $150 per role

Casting Call: Extras for Kroger Commercial

Job Description: We are seeking men and women in their 60s to appear as extras in a new Kroger commercial. This project offers a fantastic opportunity for those interested in participating in a professional advertisement shoot under the SAG-AFTRA banner. Participants will be involved in various scenes portraying everyday shoppers or Kroger store visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in various background scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow directions for specific actions, positions, and interactions within the commercial setting.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and punctuality, ensuring a smooth flow of the production process.
• Be prepared for a full-day shoot, which may require standing or moving for extended periods.

Requirements:

• Age: Early to late 60s.
• Ethnicity: All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Availability: Must be available on June 12th for a full 8-12 hour shoot day in Marietta, GA.
• SAG-AFTRA membership is not required, but SAG members or those eligible are highly encouraged to submit.
• No specific acting experience is required, but comfort in front of the camera and ability to follow production directions are necessary.

Compensation:

• Rate: $427.30 for 8 hours of work.
• Note: The rate includes compensation for unlimited use of the commercial footage.

Casting Call: Actors for Extra Roles in Hospital Commercial

Job Description: We are currently seeking actors for recognizable extra roles in a hospital commercial set to be filmed in Madison, Wisconsin at the end of June. This opportunity is specifically for actors who live an hour or less away from Madison. We are looking to fill various background roles that will bring authenticity and a dynamic presence to the commercial.

Responsibilities:

• Perform background actions according to the director’s instructions, which may include portraying hospital patients, visitors, or staff.
• Be available for costume fittings and any required rehearsals prior to shooting.
• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to directions from the production team.
• Be prepared for potentially long days on set, with readiness to participate in multiple takes if necessary.

Requirements:

• Age: 30 to 75 years. No children are to be cast in this project.
• Location: Must reside within an hour’s travel distance from Madison, WI.
• Availability: Must be available for shooting at the end of June (specific dates to be confirmed).
• No specific experience in acting required, but professionalism on set is essential.
• Must not be represented by Chicago-based agents, as they will receive separate casting breakdowns.

Compensation:

• Day rate: $750
• Total of 16 talent spots available.

Casting Call: Union Stand-ins for Home Depot Social Media Spot

Roles Available:

1. Male Stand-in (Caucasian or Olive Complexion)

• Height: Around 6′

2. Male Stand-in (African American)

• Height: Around 6′

Job Description:

We are seeking two male stand-ins for a Home Depot social media spot. This is an excellent opportunity for both union and nonunion members to gain experience working on a professional set and collaborating closely with the production team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand in for main actors during lighting and camera setups to ensure accurate positioning and focus.

• Maintain specified positions and postures as directed by the crew.

• Be punctual and ready to work at the designated call time.

• Follow directions from the director and other crew members to facilitate a smooth shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be around 6′ tall.

• For the Caucasian or Olive Complexion role: Must have a skin tone that fits this description.

• For the African American role: Must have a skin tone that fits this description.

• Prior stand-in experience is preferred but not required.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

• Able to work as a local hire in Dunwoody, GA (no travel or accommodation provided).

Compensation Details:

• Pay is at scale, with an additional 10% agency fee if applicable.

• Standard industry provisions for working conditions.

Casting Call: Arizona Department of Education Commercial

Background Talent Breakdown:

1. School Kids

• Gender/Age: Males and females, ages 8-17

• Ethnicity: Any

• Role: Non-speaking; must follow directions well

2. Soccer Kids

• Gender/Age: Males and females, ages 8-17

• Ethnicity: Any

• Role: Non-speaking; must be able to portray soccer players convincingly; soccer uniforms may be required for the shoot

3. Basketball Kids

• Gender/Age: Males and females, ages 8-17

• Ethnicity: Any

• Role: Non-speaking; should ideally have some basketball playing experience; basketball attire may be required for the shoot

4. Parents | Teachers | Coaches

• Age: 25-50

• Ethnicity: Any

• Role: Non-speaking background; must take direction well and convincingly portray the role of a parent, teacher, or coach

Job Responsibilities:

• Participants must take direction well and be reliable throughout the shoot.

• Must maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

• Must be able to work effectively as part of a team with other cast and crew members.

• For sports roles, must convincingly portray the action and demeanor of the sport being represented.

Requirements:

• Must be a local hire in Chandler, Arizona (no travel/accommodation compensation).

• Must be flexible with the shooting schedule and available for a full 12-hour day.

• Specific attire may be required depending on the role (e.g., sports uniforms).

Compensation: $300 for 12 hours

Casting Call for a Law Firm Commercial in Atlanta

Roles: Non-speaking but very featured roles for a Caucasian family

1. Mom & Dad (30-40 years old)
2. Kid (9-12 years old, boy or girl)

Job Description: We are casting for a cinematic and heartfelt law firm commercial reminiscent of a Hallmark card commercial. This shoot will include a series of non-speaking but prominently featured roles that convey strong emotional depth through facial expressions and actions in various settings such as driving, hospital, and home scenes.

Responsibilities:

• Portray the designated family role with emotional depth and realism, suitable for a heartfelt commercial.
• Participate in multiple scenes, adhering to the director’s guidance and maintaining consistent character portrayal across different settings.
• Be available and prepared for the entirety of scheduled shooting hours at various locations in Atlanta.

Requirements:

• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Strong expressive abilities; previous acting experience in commercials or film is advantageous but not required.
• Reliability and punctuality for a full day of shooting.
• Families are encouraged to apply together but individuals may also apply and will be grouped as needed.

Compensation Details:

• Mom & Dad: $150 each for a 6-8 hour commitment.
• Kid: $100 for a 4-6 hour commitment.