Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

The MR Casting, LLC is casting non-union actors for ABIKU, a Columbia MFA thesis short film combining horror and supernatural drama. The story centers on 12-year-old Rayana, who begins seeing a terrifying creature during a crowded family gathering. The production is casting multiple lead and supporting roles, primarily seeking Black performers ranging from children to adults in their 70s. Roles include Rayana, her siblings Zion and Paul, Paul’s girlfriend Estelle, and several members of the extended family. Piano experience is preferred for Rayana. Applicants must be local hires in New York City or New Jersey. Underage applicants for Rayana and Zion must provide additional information regarding age, work permit status, and school schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned lead or supporting character in the short film.
• Perform scripted dramatic and supernatural/horror scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Perform stunt work or wear required eye makeup when applicable to the role.

Requirements

• Rayana – Lead: Black female, age 12; strong emotional range. Piano experience preferred.
• Zion – Lead: Black male, age 14; witty and mischievous with strong sibling chemistry.
• Paul – Lead: Black male, age 19; stunt work and eye makeup required.
• Estelle – Lead: Black female, age 21; stunt work required.
• Uncle Braxton – Supporting: Black male, age 54.
• Grandma – Supporting: Black female, 70s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Uncles – Supporting: Black male performers, 40s–50s; seeking 4–5 performers comfortable with eye makeup.
• Aunties – Supporting: Black female performers, 40s–50s; seeking 4–5 performers comfortable with eye makeup.
• Mom – Supporting: Black female, 40s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Dad – Supporting: Black male, 40s–50s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Must be a local hire in New York City or New Jersey.
• Rayana and Zion submissions must include current age, work permit status, and school schedule.

Compensation

Paid. Specific compensation is disclosed upon request.

Job Description

An NYU student production is urgently seeking 1–2 Driving Production Assistants and 1–2 General Production Assistants for an experimental thesis short film filming between Los Angeles and Joshua Tree, California. The production is a continuation of an NYU student experimental thesis project and offers an opportunity for people looking to gain additional hands-on set experience. Driving PAs will assist with transportation from Los Angeles to Joshua Tree, while General PAs will provide broader production support during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the crew with general on-set production needs.
• Support production logistics and day-to-day operations.
• Driving PAs will assist with transportation between Los Angeles and Joshua Tree.
• Help the production team as directed throughout filming.

Requirements

• Seeking 1–2 Driving PAs and 1–2 General PAs.
• Driving PAs must have their own vehicle or be age 25+ for car rental purposes.
• General PAs may be considered with partial availability.

Compensation

Volunteer-basis PA positions with a stipend. Gas is compensated, and meals, housing, and transportation are provided.

Job Description

A well-known brand is seeking 5–6 London-based young people ages 16–19 for an ongoing social branded content series. The production is particularly interested in an existing group of friends who already have natural chemistry, enjoy spending time together, and feel confident appearing on camera.The selected group will become part of a rotating cast creating engaging social-first content for the brand. Production is looking for authentic interactions and personalities rather than overly rehearsed performances. This is an ongoing opportunity suited to outgoing young people who can work naturally as a group and bring genuine friendship dynamics to branded digital content.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in branded social media content.
• Participate naturally on camera as part of a group.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Take part in recurring content shoots.

Requirements

• Ages 16–19.
• Must be confident and comfortable on camera.
• Existing groups of friends with natural chemistry are preferred.
• Experience creating videos together is preferred.
• Must be available for the required in-person casting.
• Submit full name, age, location, acting experience, and a photo/headshot.
• Include a guardian’s contact number and email.

Compensation

Paid opportunity.

Job Description

Extras Casting Atlanta is seeking people with their own cars, trucks, or SUVs for an upcoming two-day production in Atlanta. Selected participants will appear with their personal vehicles and must be available to work on both scheduled production days. The casting team is specifically looking for vehicles that are 2016 or older. Applicants who have previous experience driving a vehicle on a film or television set are preferred, making this a strong opportunity for experienced background talent and picture-car drivers.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in production with your personal vehicle.
• Drive or position the vehicle on set as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions regarding vehicle movement and placement.
• Remain available for both required production days.

Requirements

• Must provide your own car, truck, or SUV.
• Vehicle must be from 2016 or older.
• Previous on-set driving experience is preferred.
• Submit a recent photo of yourself and a current photo of your vehicle.
• Include vehicle make, model, and year.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

A Los Angeles production is seeking an experienced Production Assistant to join the crew for a fast-turnaround, non-union commercial connected to a ballot initiative. The production specifically needs a PA who has previous hands-on experience driving production vehicles and packing Sprinter vans. This is not an entry-level PA opportunity; applicants should already understand production workflows and be comfortable handling the logistical demands of a busy commercial set. The production is looking for someone dependable, efficient, and experienced enough to step into the role quickly in a high-volume, fast-turnaround environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the production team during prep, filming, and wrap.
• Drive production Sprinter vans as required.
• Pack, organize, and manage production vehicles efficiently.
• Support day-to-day production logistics and crew needs.
• Help maintain an organized workflow during a fast-turnaround commercial production.
• Assist with production wrap duties.

Requirements

• Previous professional Production Assistant experience required.
• Must have experience driving Sprinter vans.
• Must know how to properly pack production vans.
• Applicants should submit their name, phone number, and description of relevant experience or a production resume.

Compensation

$350/12.

Job Description

Blitz Castings is seeking one female and one male to work a booth at ComplexCon. Selected talent will represent the booth during the event and must be available for both scheduled event days. This opportunity is suited to dependable, personable individuals who are comfortable working in a busy convention environment and interacting with event attendees. Talent should be prepared to remain engaged and professional throughout each eight-hour shift while supporting the booth’s presence at the show.

Job Responsibilities

• Work and represent a booth at ComplexCon.
• Engage professionally with convention attendees.
• Support booth activities throughout each scheduled shift.
• Maintain a friendly and professional presence.
• Work the full scheduled shift on both event days.

Requirements

• Seeking one female and one male.
• Must be able to work an 8-hour shift each day.
• Comfortable working in a busy convention environment.

Compensation

$20 per hour for 8-hour shifts on both days. Selected talent will also receive passes to the show.

Job Description

Cloud Castings is seeking male and female Hispanic/Latino models for a cruise ship commercial filming in Miami, Florida. The campaign will advertise a cruise ship traveling to destinations throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Selected models will participate in a commercial production taking place aboard a boat and will help represent the campaign’s Latin market audience. Talent should be comfortable working on camera in a maritime setting and taking direction from the production team throughout the commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in a cruise ship commercial.
• Participate in commercial scenes filmed aboard a boat.
• Represent the campaign’s Latin market audience.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male and female models.
• Hispanic/Latino talent specifically requested.
• Must be comfortable filming aboard a boat.

Compensation

Compensated opportunity. Payment will be made at wrap. Food and drinks will be provided during production.

Job Description

Unique Talent Network and Cool America Magazine are seeking real people ages 20–45 for an upcoming national restaurant campaign in San Antonio, Texas. This is a non-union opportunity open to talent of all ethnicities. The campaign is looking for authentic individuals to appear in branded restaurant content intended for national use. Selected participants will work with the production team to capture natural, relatable moments that fit the campaign’s creative direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a national restaurant campaign.
• Participate in commercial scenes as directed by the production team.
• Deliver a natural and authentic on-camera presence.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 20–45.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be eligible for non-union work.
• Applicants should provide a headshot.
• Must know how to self-tape.

Compensation

$900 per day flat rate, including session fee, usage, and full buyout.

Job Description

A casting team is seeking a bilingual male actor for a principal Dad role in an upcoming PSA/commercial filming in New York. The production is looking for talent between the ages of 30 and 60 who can authentically perform in both English and Spanish. The role is open to multiple ethnic appearances and requires a performer who is comfortable taking direction and handling principal on-camera work. Applicants should also know how to self-tape, as self-tape skills are required during the casting process.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the principal Dad role in a PSA/commercial.
• Deliver material in both English and Spanish as required.
• Follow creative direction during the production.
• Complete a self-tape as part of the casting process.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60.
• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Open to multiple ethnic appearances.
• Must know how to self-tape.

Compensation

SAG scale.

Job Description

Katie Griffin Casting is seeking talent for a non-union micro drama project for a popular toy brand. The production will take place in the Philadelphia area and is currently accepting talent interested in appearing in the branded micro drama. This casting opportunity is for performers interested in short-form narrative and commercial-style content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a non-union micro drama for a popular toy brand.
• Portray an assigned role according to the production’s creative direction.
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams during filming.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in the Philadelphia area.
• Must be eligible to participate in a non-union production.
• Additional role-specific requirements are available from the casting team.

Compensation

Not specified.