Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Jim Brewster – Lead Role for “Slugger” Independent Movie

Job Description

The independent feature film “Slugger” is seeking an actor to play Jim Brewster, a lead role filming in Houston, Texas, and surrounding areas. Jim is a minor league baseball pitcher who respects the game and competition but becomes nervous before an upcoming matchup against Casey Robinson, known as “Slugger,” a batter he has never defeated. This non-union role is ideal for an athletic actor who can bring both strong dramatic performance and authentic baseball ability to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jim Brewster, a minor league baseball pitcher and lead character.
• Perform scripted dramatic scenes throughout the independent feature film.
• Participate in baseball sequences and realistically portray a pitcher.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Maintain character and performance continuity across multiple filming phases.
• Be prepared to work approximately 9–10 production days.

Requirements

• Male talent who can portray someone in his early 20s.
• Caucasian.
• Athletic appearance.
• Strong acting ability suitable for a lead film role.
• Baseball experience preferred, particularly pitching experience.
• Must be comfortable performing baseball-related scenes on camera.
• Must be able to work in Houston, Texas, and surrounding areas.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $50 per day.
• Rate may increase if additional production funding is secured.

Background Actors for “Hides the Fire” Proof-of-Concept Film

Job Description

“Hides the Fire” is seeking background actors for a one-day proof-of-concept film production in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The project is especially seeking Indigenous and Native American men and women, while background performers of all ethnicities are welcome. Scenes take place on a working movie set, with extras portraying actors, film crew members, production personnel, and other entertainment industry professionals. The project supports a planned feature film bringing attention to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in proof-of-concept film scenes.
• Portray actors, film crew, production personnel, or other movie-set workers.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to a working film set.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity while on set.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Indigenous and Native American men and women are especially encouraged to apply.
• Background actors of all ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be comfortable portraying entertainment industry professionals.
• Must be able to work in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Compensation

• Unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• On-set still photographs provided.

Local Kentucky Actors for Major Streaming Network Vertical Films

Job Description

A series of paid vertical films for a major streaming network is seeking local Kentucky actors for co-starring roles. Production will take place in Lexington, Kentucky, and performers with strong acting skills who are interested in professional streaming projects are encouraged to apply. Both represented and non-represented talent may be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a co-starring role in a professionally produced vertical film.
• Prepare and perform scripted material as directed.
• Collaborate with directors, cast members, and the production team.
• Attend auditions, interviews, or general reads if selected for further consideration.
• Maintain a professional and prepared presence throughout production.

Requirements

• Actors local to Kentucky.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
• Strong acting and on-camera performance skills.
• Non-represented talent are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available for auditions, interviews, or general reads if selected.

Compensation

• Paid co-starring roles.
• No housing, travel, or per diem provided.

Job Description

A high-end documentary-style branded commercial is casting three additional background performers in the NYC metro area. These are non-speaking, voice-over-driven roles where performance will rely on natural movement, screen presence, and subtle reactions. The production is looking for talent who can comfortably take direction and contribute to the realistic, documentary-style atmosphere of the commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally in background commercial scenes.
• Follow movement and positioning direction from production.
• Convey realistic reactions without dialogue.
• Maintain natural screen presence throughout filming.

Requirements

• Three background performers are being cast.
• No dialogue required.
• Comfortable with movement-based performance and subtle reactions.
• Must be available to work in the NYC metro area.

Compensation

• $500 each
• Full buyout, including social media usage.

Director for “Carrying Home” Short Film

Job Description

The short film “Carrying Home” is seeking a Director for an intimate, character-driven micro-budget production filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The story follows Achia, a nurse and single mother balancing two jobs, financial pressures, and family responsibilities between the U.S. and her home country. This passion project explores love, responsibility, sacrifice, and recognizing when enough is enough.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct the short film and guide its overall creative vision.
• Collaborate with the cast and crew to bring the character-driven story to life.
• Direct actors through intimate and emotionally grounded scenes.
• Work closely with the camera and sound departments throughout production.
• Maintain an efficient and collaborative environment during the one-day shoot.

Requirements

• Directing experience or relevant filmmaking experience preferred.
• Strong interest in intimate and character-driven storytelling.
• Comfortable collaborating with a small cast and crew.
• Must be available to work in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
• Able to work effectively within a micro-budget independent film production.

Compensation

• Modest stipend.
• Meals provided.
• Credit provided.
• Footage for professional reels provided.

Job Description

A high-end documentary-style branded commercial is casting a male principal to portray “The Arriving Traveler” in the NYC metro area. Casting is looking for someone sharp, clean-cut, grounded, and confident with a natural on-camera presence. The character should read more as an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial professional than someone working in finance or technology. This is a non-speaking role driven by purposeful movement, physical action, and subtle reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident professional arriving and traveling for work.
• Perform tracking shots and purposeful walking sequences.
• Repeat physical actions consistently across multiple takes.
• Communicate naturally through movement and subtle reactions.

Requirements

• Male talent in their 40s.
• Open ethnicity.
• Sharp, clean-cut, and grounded appearance.
• Strong, purposeful walk and natural screen presence.
• Should convincingly portray an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial professional.
• Comfortable performing repeated physical actions.

Compensation

• $3,000
• Full buyout, including social media usage.

Job Description

A high-end documentary-style branded commercial is casting a female principal to portray “The Business Traveler” in the NYC metro area. The production is seeking an authentic, polished yet natural professional with strong screen presence and confident physicality. The character should feel like an experienced business traveler who is energetic, self-possessed, and completely comfortable navigating hotels, airports, and cities. This is a non-speaking role focused on natural movement, expressions, and subtle reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an experienced business traveler in a branded commercial.
• Perform natural walking and tracking shots.
• Handle phone choreography and subtle reaction beats.
• Follow direction and repeat physical actions across multiple takes.

Requirements

• Female talent, late 30s to early 40s.
• Mixed race.
• Polished yet natural professional appearance.
• Strong screen presence and confident physicality.
• Real and relatable rather than traditional commercial/model energy.
• Must be comfortable with movement-driven, non-speaking performance.

Compensation

• $3,000
• Full buyout, including social media usage.

Job Description

Cider is launching its official Cider Girl Search, looking for confident, creative, fashion-focused girls who express their individuality through personal style. The opportunity is designed for creators and fashion enthusiasts who enjoy experimenting with outfits, creating engaging content, and bringing their own personality to the Cider community. Selected Cider Girls can become part of the brand’s growing creator community, with opportunities to appear across Cider’s social channels, receive exclusive brand perks, and participate in special experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the Cider brand through authentic personal style and creativity.
• Create engaging fashion and lifestyle content.
• Participate in Cider community and brand opportunities.
• Showcase confidence and individuality on camera.
• Take part in potential social media features and special brand events.

Requirements

• Female applicants interested in fashion, style, and content creation.
• Strong sense of personal style and individuality.
• Confident and comfortable expressing yourself on camera.

Compensation

• Features on Cider’s social media channels.
• Exclusive Cider PR boxes.
• Invitations to special events.
• Early access to Cider drops.
• Access to the exclusive Cider Girl community.

Job Description

LadBible Casting is seeking a variety of talent for upcoming paid projects filming in London. Opportunities include female actors with a gothic appearance to portray a coven of witches, charismatic UGC creators, people with unusual jobs, and real people with specific life and employment experiences. The casting also includes opportunities for pairs, including family members, brothers, roommates, and best friends. Selected participants will take part in entertainment and panel-style content built around personality, authentic experiences, and engaging on-camera interactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed entertainment or social content in London.
• Follow production direction and participate naturally on camera.
• Share relevant personal experiences when required for the selected concept.
• UGC creators should speak confidently and deliver content in a comedic, charismatic style.

Requirements

• Gothic Witch Roles: Female actors, ages 18+, with a gothic appearance; individuals, duos, or trios accepted.
• Unusual Jobs: People ages 18+ with unusual occupations for a panel guessing game.
• UGC Creator: Male or female, ages 18–35, confident speaking to camera with a comedic and charismatic delivery.
• Young Person + Family Member: Person ages 16–26 who is not in education, employment, or training and is either seeking work or not seeking work due to care duties or disability, appearing with a grandparent aged 50+ or dad aged 35+.
• Roommates/Best Friends: Two people ages 16–26 who are not in education, employment, or training and meet the stated employment circumstances.
• Brothers: Two brothers ages 16–26 who are not in education, employment, or training and meet the stated employment circumstances.
• Non-University Career Participants: Ages 18+ who did not attend university and can discuss how they developed their career without formal university training.
• Must be able to participate in London.

Compensation

• Gothic witch roles: £250
• UGC creator: £350
• Unusual jobs participants: £500 each
• Eligible duo/family roles: £500 each
• Non-university career participants: £500 each