Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Subject-Matter Experts & Creatives for Branded AI Series – Worldwide Casting

Job Description
A major software, tech, and AI brand is casting subject-matter experts and creatives for a branded digital series titled Nothing’s Too Niche. This non-union, paid opportunity is open worldwide, with production crews able to travel to selected talent.

The series will spotlight curious thinkers who dive deep into their passions and niche interests, showcasing their creative process and how they use AI tools to elevate their work. Each episode centers on a real expert in their authentic environment, capturing how they push beyond obvious solutions and explore new ideas.

If you are a creative professional, innovator, or niche hobbyist who integrates AI into your craft, this is a premium opportunity to be featured in a global internet campaign with significant exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as the featured subject in a branded digital series episode

• Share your creative process and niche expertise on camera

• Demonstrate how you use AI tools in your workflow

• Participate in up to two shoot days (up to 10 hours per day)

• Provide a press quote and photo still for promotional use

Requirements

• Subject-matter experts, creatives, or niche hobbyists

• Comfortable speaking on camera in your real workspace

• Must be available for shoot window

• Open to non-union branded content work

• Willing to agree to brand exclusivity terms

• Active primary social media account (may include collaboration post)

Compensation

• $15,000 flat fee per talent

• Additional social posting fee (if applicable)

• Up to 2 shoot days (10 hours per day max)

• 18-month global internet usage

• High-profile branded digital exposure

Chinese American Actress (Ages 15–25) for Co-Lead Role in SAG Feature Film – NYC

Job Description
A new independent SAG feature film is casting the co-lead role of Tess, a young Chinese American woman, for the upcoming film My Mother and Yours. The project is directed by Gotham Awards-nominated filmmaker Constance Tsang and will shoot in New York City.

Casting directors are seeking a Chinese American actress ages 15–25 with strong presence, emotional depth, and an authentic spark. Emerging talent is encouraged to apply, including musicians, performers, and individuals with no prior acting experience. The production is casting across North America and is looking for someone who can bring nuance and honesty to this central role.

This powerful story explores identity, memory, and the complex relationship between a mother and daughter, offering a breakout opportunity for a young actress ready to take on a co-lead performance in an acclaimed independent feature.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tess, the co-lead character

• Perform emotionally layered dramatic scenes

• Collaborate closely with director and cast

• Participate in rehearsals and full production schedule

• Be available for shoot dates in NYC

Requirements

• Chinese American female

• Ages 15–25

• Strong emotional range and natural screen presence

• Open to emerging talent and non-professional actors

• Available to film in NYC

• Able to commit to production schedule

Compensation

• SAG feature film role

• Co-lead credit in independent feature

• Professional film exposure

• Opportunity to work with award-nominated director

Supporting Actors (Ages 18–30) for Feature Film “Paradise Lost” – NYC

Job Description
A new feature film titled Paradise Lost is now casting supporting actors in New York City for a summer production. This SAG-scale project is directed by acclaimed visual artist Shirin Neshat and follows a powerful story centered on activism, art, and the emotional impact of war.

Casting directors are seeking passionate, expressive young performers to portray a trio of idealistic activists who use art and music as forms of protest. Actors, musicians, activists, and multidisciplinary artists are encouraged to apply for these dynamic supporting roles.

Filming will take place in NYC, with SAG MLP scale rates offered. This is a strong opportunity for emerging talent to work on a thought-provoking independent feature film with an accomplished creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray activist characters in a dramatic feature film

• Perform emotionally grounded scenes centered on protest and social justice

• Collaborate closely with director and cast

• Potentially incorporate music or artistic expression into performance

• Participate in scheduled NYC shoot dates

Requirements

• Ages 18–30

• All genders and ethnicities

• Strong emotional range and raw screen presence

• Interest in activism, art, or music preferred

• Musicians and multidisciplinary artists encouraged to apply

• Must be available to film in NYC

Compensation

• SAG MLP scale rates

• Supporting role credit in feature film

• Professional film exposure

• Opportunity to work with acclaimed director

Women & Gender Non-Conforming Models (Ages 20–60) for Fashion Campaign – NYC

Job Description
A fashion campaign is now casting women and gender non-conforming models, ages 20–60, for an upcoming Fall/Winter lookbook and e-commerce shoots in New York City. Casting directors are seeking effortlessly cool, chic, creative, and unique individuals of all ethnicities to represent a contemporary fashion brand.

This paid modeling opportunity includes multiple shoot dates for lookbook, e-commerce, and wholesale (JOOR) content. Selected models will be featured across website, social media, and additional brand platforms for a one-year usage term.

If you have strong personal style and can bring authentic presence to a fashion campaign, this is a standout opportunity to work with an established creative team in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Model Fall/Winter collection pieces for lookbook and e-commerce shoots

• Collaborate with photographer and stylist on set

• Pose confidently for fashion editorial and commercial content

• Be available for scheduled half-day or full-day shoots

• Represent the brand’s creative and chic aesthetic

Requirements

• Women and gender non-conforming models

• Ages 20–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Effortlessly cool, chic, creative personal style

• Must be available to work in NYC

• Comfortable in editorial and e-commerce settings

Compensation

FW26 Lookbook Shoot

• $250 + 20% per model

• 1-year usage: Vogue, website, and social

• Multiple models booked

FW26 E-Commerce Shoot (Half Day)

• $125 + 20% per model

• 1-year usage: website and social

FW26 JOOR Shoot (Half Day)

• $125 + 20% per model

• 1-year usage: B2B website, brand website, and social

• Paid professional fashion campaign work

• Exposure across digital and editorial platforms

MMA Fighters / Martial Artists / Boxers (Male) for “Boston Blue” – Toronto

Job Description
The series Boston Blue is casting 8 male MMA fighters, martial artists, or boxers for a gym scene. This role requires athletic talent with real combat sports experience.

Filming will take place in an MMA gym setting, and authenticity is key. If you have genuine fight training or competitive experience, this is a strong opportunity to showcase your skills on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray MMA fighters or gym trainees

• Perform realistic gym movements and drills

• Follow direction from stunt or production coordinators

• Maintain professional conduct on set

Requirements

• Male

• Real MMA, boxing, or martial arts experience

• Athletic build

• ACTRA / NON-UNION / AABP eligible

• Available for Toronto filming

Compensation

• Paid television role (rate based on union status)

• Professional credit

• Gym scene exposure

“Thuggish” Buddies (Male, Mid-20s–30s) for “Boston Blue” – Toronto

Job Description
Boston Blue is casting two male actors to portray “thuggish” buddy types in a picture cast role. This role requires strong on-camera presence and believable street-style energy.

Filming will take place in downtown Toronto with both interior and exterior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray close friends with tough, street-smart energy

• Perform background or featured actions in scripted scenes

• Follow production direction

• Be available for full filming schedule

Requirements

• Male

• Mid-20s to 30s

• Convincing “thuggish” or tough persona

• ACTRA / NON-UNION / AABP eligible

• Available for Toronto filming

Compensation

• Paid picture cast role (rate based on union status)

• Professional TV credit

• On-set experience

“Sketchy” Types (Male) for “Boston Blue” – Toronto

Job Description
The television series Boston Blue is casting 10 male background actors to portray “sketchy” types in downtown exterior and interior scenes filming in Toronto. This role calls for gritty, character-driven looks suitable for urban street scenes.

Casting directors are seeking men who can naturally embody rough-around-the-edges personalities while maintaining professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray urban “sketchy” characters in background scenes

• Perform natural street-style movements and reactions

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Be available for full filming day

Requirements

• Male

• Strong character look

• Comfortable portraying edgy or rough personas

• ACTRA, NON-UNION, or AABP eligible

• Available for downtown Toronto filming

Compensation

• Union or non-union background rates (based on status)

• Professional TV credit

• On-set experience

Background Actors of All Ages for “A Christmas Kind of Love” – Louisiana

Job Description
A heartwarming, family-friendly Christmas movie titled A Christmas Kind of Love is now casting paid background actors of all ages in the New Orleans, Northshore, and Slidell, Louisiana areas. Filming will take place from March through April, offering multiple opportunities for local talent to work on a festive feature film production.

Casting directors are seeking dependable background performers who are ready to bring authentic holiday energy to a professional movie set. If you’re based in Louisiana and looking to gain film experience in a Christmas-themed production, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray townspeople, event attendees, or holiday background characters

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors

• Be available for assigned filming dates between March and April

• Provide accurate personal and wardrobe details

• Maintain professionalism during long filming days

Requirements

• All ages welcome

• Must be local to New Orleans, Northshore, or Slidell, LA

• Submit headshot and full-body photo (no filters or heavy editing)

• Provide full contact information and city/state of residence

• Include height and weight

• List any musical instruments you play (if applicable)

• Note any on-set stand-in experience (if applicable)

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• On-set experience in a feature film

• Professional holiday movie credit

• Opportunity to work with Louisiana-based filmmakers

Race Track Attendees for “Tulsa King” – Background Role – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A Paramount+ television series is casting race track attendees for a filming day in Atlanta. This scene will feature spectators in a racing environment.

Unlike other roles, no fitting is required and talent will not work in rain effects. If you’re looking for a straightforward background role on a major TV series, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a race track attendee

• Perform natural spectator reactions

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Be available for full filming day

Requirements

• Male and female

• Ages 21–75

• All ethnicities

• Conservative or casual race-day attire

• No visible tattoos (or sign release)

• Must not have worked this season

Compensation

• $168 for 12-hour filming day

• Overtime after 12 hours

• Paid television background credit

• No fitting required

Race Track Executives for “Tulsa King” – Background Role – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
The series Tulsa King is seeking upscale race track executives for a professional outdoor scene filming in Atlanta. Talent must portray high-level executives in a racing environment during a simulated thunderstorm.

This role requires conservative business attire and a polished appearance. Wardrobe fittings are mandatory.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a race track executive

• Perform background action in outdoor scene

• Work during rain effects

• Attend fitting session

• Follow direction from production

Requirements

• Male and female

• Ages 40–70

• All ethnicities

• Must own business suits and ties

• Conservative, upscale look

• No visible tattoos (or sign release)

• Comfortable getting wet

• New faces this season

Compensation

• $42 fitting pay

• $168 filming rate (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours

• $25 wet bump

• Paid television credit