Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Cool Grandma Needed for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting a standout older female performer to portray a fun, charismatic “cool grandma” character. This is a recurring on-camera role for a local commercial, ideal for talent with strong personality and natural comedic timing. The role is designed to be expressive, relatable, and memorable across multiple spots in the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a recurring character in a commercial campaign

• Deliver expressive, engaging on-camera performances

• Take direction from the director and creative team

• Portray humor and warmth naturally on camera

Requirements

• Female-presenting

• Ages 60s–80s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Strong comedic chops preferred

• Comfortable speaking on camera

• Must be available for local commercial shoots

Compensation

• $1,000 per day

• Paid commercial role

Background Talent Needed for Union PSA (Role: Mom #2)

Job Description
A union public service announcement is casting background talent for an upcoming PSA project supporting an international organization. This SAG-AFTRA commercial project is seeking professional, camera-ready talent to portray a realistic family role in a meaningful, message-driven production. This is a one-day background role with a quick turnaround.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background family member in a PSA

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity and natural reactions during scenes

• Work professionally within a union production environment

Requirements

• Female

• Late 20s to 30s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

• SAG-AFTRA eligible or union member

• Reliable and available for a one-day shoot

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Background Scale (Commercial)

• $448.70 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime applies after 8 hours

Featured Extra Needed for Vertical Mini-Series

Job Description
A vertical mini-series is casting a featured extra for an upcoming shoot. This on-camera opportunity is ideal for young women looking to gain experience in short-form, vertical storytelling. The role requires a strong on-screen presence and the ability to match a specific visual reference for the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured extra in a vertical mini-series

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance on set

• Support scene continuity and visual storytelling

Requirements

• Female, age 18

• Based in Los Angeles or able to work as a local hire

• Must resemble the provided visual reference

• Comfortable working on camera in a featured background role

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Compensation

• $150 for up to 8 hours of work

Black Infant Needed for Commercial Photo Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a Black infant for an interior photo shoot. This opportunity is open to very young babies and will involve a short, professionally managed shoot designed with infant safety and comfort in mind. The baby will be wrapped in a blue blanket during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a commercial photo shoot

• Be comfortably held or positioned as directed by the production team

• Participate in a short interior shoot environment

Requirements

• Black baby

• Ages 15 days up to 2 months (slightly older may be considered if small)

• Male or female

• Must be comfortable being wrapped in a blanket

• Parent or legal guardian must be available on set

Compensation

• $65 per hour

• Approximately 4 hours of work

Male Stand-In Needed for Commercial Production

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking an experienced male stand-in to support on-set filming. This role is ideal for professionals with prior stand-in experience who match specific physical requirements and can work efficiently alongside the production team. Stand-ins play a critical role in lighting, blocking, and camera setup for principal talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lead talent during lighting and camera setups

• Follow detailed direction from the assistant director and crew

• Maintain consistent positioning and continuity on set

• Remain available and camera-ready throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American male

• Appearing ages 25–50

• Dark skin tone

• Bald or low haircut preferred

• Height between 6’2”–6’4”

• Fit body type

• Must have prior stand-in experience

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Compensation

• $350 for up to 10 hours of work

Cellist – Featured Musician Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a cellist for a featured on-camera musician role. This character will appear as part of an orchestra setting and does not require actual playing ability, as the performance will be mimed for visual authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a cellist in orchestral scenes

• Hold and handle a cello convincingly on set

• Follow direction for camera placement and movement

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Any gender and ethnicity

• Comfortable appearing on camera as a musician

• Able to convincingly fake playing the cello

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $100 per day

Violinist Actor for Featured Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a violinist for a featured on-camera role. This character will appear playing the violin convincingly as part of the story’s visual elements.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform violin playing on camera

• Portray a featured background or supporting role

• Follow direction for camera framing and movement

Requirements

• Any gender or ethnicity

• Ages 20s–40s

• Must own a violin and know how to hold and play it convincingly

• Bonus if able to actually play

Compensation

• Rate based on scene count

Valery – Male Actor for Supporting Role

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting a male actor for a red herring role with a dancer’s build. This role contributes to the overall mystery of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character

• Perform natural on-camera actions

• Follow creative direction

Requirements

• White male, 30s–40s

• Blonde curly hair

• Thin or dancer build

• Russian dancer look preferred

Compensation

• Rate based on scene count

Manny – Male Actor for Supporting Role

Job Description
A supporting role is available for a male actor portraying a red herring character in a true crime reenactment series. This role helps add narrative depth and misdirection.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in reenactment scenes

• Perform natural reactions and background actions

• Follow on-set direction

Requirements

• White male, 30s–40s

• Red hair or balding

• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• Paid role (rate discussed upon selection)

Male Ballet Dancer for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking an experienced male ballet dancer for a featured movement-based role. This character will appear in choreographed scenes that support the narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet choreography on camera

• Lift and dance with a partner in duet scenes

• Follow choreography and production direction

Requirements

• Male dancer of any ethnicity

• Strong ballet background required

• Experience lifting a dance partner

Compensation

• Rate based on scene count