Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Actors and Extras for Psychological Horror Short Film “Driven To Insanity”

Job Description
A new psychological horror short film titled “Driven To Insanity” is now casting actors and background talent in Houston, Texas. Inspired by gritty psychological thrillers and supernatural horror, this emotionally intense project explores themes of paranoia, trauma, and disturbing inner voices.

Casting directors are seeking dedicated performers for lead, supporting, and background roles in this dark independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray dramatic and emotionally intense characters on screen
• Participate in psychological thriller and horror scenes
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Eli (Lead)
  • Damian
  • Jane
  • Woman in Black
  • Supporting and Background Roles
• Strong dramatic acting skills preferred
• Comfortable performing in horror and thriller-themed scenes
• Headshots and demo reels encouraged for submission
• Must provide contact information for casting consideration
• Local Houston-area talent preferred

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in an independent psychological horror film
• Gain on-camera acting experience and film credits

Background Extras for TV Series “Abilene”

Job Description
A hit television pilot is now casting background actors and extras for six upcoming episodes filming in the Rochester, New York area. Producers are seeking SAG and non-union talent of all genders for a variety of fun and energetic scenes, including diners, concerts, church gatherings, festivals, and store settings.

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors and local talent looking to gain on-set television experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in television scenes
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams
• Participate in crowd, community, and event-style scenes
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during filming
• Be available for full production days as scheduling may change

Requirements

• Open to SAG and non-union talent
• All genders welcome
• Ages 10–100 accepted for submissions
• No acting experience required
• Must work local to the Rochester, New York area
• Must have flexible all-day availability for filming dates
• Comfortable participating in various crowd and public setting scenes

Compensation

• Featured SAG extra roles pay SAG rate of $224/day
• Additional background roles may be unpaid

Senior Extras for League Soccer Commercial

Job Description
A major non-union league soccer commercial is now casting featured senior background extras for an upcoming shoot in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking enthusiastic men and women ages 65 and older to appear in non-speaking featured roles for a professional commercial production.

This opportunity is ideal for outgoing senior talent interested in commercial work and short filming days with strong pay rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured extra in a soccer commercial
• Participate in non-speaking commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Provide natural and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements

• Men and women ages 65+
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable appearing on camera in non-speaking roles
• Must work local to Chicago
• Must submit current face and body photos
• Photos should accurately reflect current hair and facial hair
• Include current height and contact information with submission
• No sunglasses or other people in submission photos

Compensation

• $1,000 for approximately 4–5 hours of work
• Featured extra commercial opportunity

Background Extras for Cleveland Documentary

Job Description
A documentary production is now casting background extras for a two-day shoot filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Casting directors are seeking local talent interested in appearing in documentary-style scenes for a professional production.

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring background actors and local performers looking to gain on-set experience in a documentary project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in documentary scenes
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain professionalism during filming
• Be available for assigned production scheduling
• Participate in natural, realistic background performances

Requirements

• Must work local to the Cleveland, Ohio area
• Comfortable working as background talent on camera
• Reliable and professional applicants encouraged to apply
• Must be available for one scheduled filming day
• Flexible availability preferred during the production window

Compensation

• $50 flat rate
• Approximately 2–4 hours of work

Male, Female, and Youth Talent for Multi-Day Photoshoot Campaign

Job Description
A high-profile creative campaign is now casting male, female, and youth talent for a paid multi-day photoshoot in Atlanta, Georgia. Producers are seeking diverse models and performers for a professional production featuring fashion-forward visuals and commercial-style photography.

This opportunity is ideal for talent looking to gain exposure in a major campaign while working with a creative production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional multi-day photoshoot
• Pose for commercial and lifestyle campaign photography
• Follow creative direction from photographers and stylists
• Maintain professionalism throughout production days
• Attend scheduled shoot dates with full availability

Requirements

• Seeking adult male and female talent (ages 20-30)
• Open to Black, Caucasian, Middle Eastern, and Latin American talent
• Seeking youth talent ages 5–14
• Youth casting focused on Middle Eastern male and female talent
• Comfortable on camera in a professional production setting
• Must provide recent photos or headshots
• Contact information and availability required for submission

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Featured Background Talent for “Thirstygirl” Project

Job Description
A non-union production titled “Thirstygirl” is now casting featured background talent for filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking attractive blue-collar type men for featured roles portraying diner cooks, factory workers, and truck drivers.

These roles will be picture-picked by the director, making this a great opportunity for talent looking for featured background exposure in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray blue-collar background characters in featured scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
• Be available for extended filming hours if needed
• Participate in realistic workplace-style scenes on camera

Requirements

• Male talent ages 40–60
• Attractive blue-collar appearance preferred
• Seeking:
  • Diner cooks
  • Factory workers
  • Truck drivers
• Must work local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must have full-day availability regardless of call time
• Comfortable committing to potential 12+ hour production days

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Additional overtime paid after 8 hours

Background Actor – Mobster Man With Oxygen Tank

Job Description
A television production is now casting a background actor to portray an older mobster character with an oxygen tank for an upcoming evening shoot in Downtown Los Angeles. Casting directors are seeking reliable talent for a gritty character-driven background role in a professional production environment.

This opportunity is ideal for performers comfortable portraying dramatic character types in nighttime filming scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an older mobster character in background scenes
• Work during an evening into night shoot schedule
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain professionalism and continuity on set
• Participate in background action and atmosphere scenes

Requirements

• Seeking an older male mobster-type character with an oxygen tank
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be fully available for the scheduled shoot
• Comfortable working evening and nighttime filming hours
• Must work local to Downtown Los Angeles
• SAG and non-union performers accepted

Compensation

• SAG rate: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-union rate: $144 for 8 hours

Models for Golf Lifestyle Editorial Shoot

Job Description
A lifestyle brand shoot is now casting male and female models for a clean, polished, sport-inspired editorial production centered around golf fashion and elevated prep aesthetics. Producers are seeking confident, camera-ready talent who can bring sophistication, style, and natural energy to the shoot.

This opportunity is ideal for diverse models interested in fashion, lifestyle branding, and editorial-style campaigns.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for a golf-inspired lifestyle and fashion shoot
• Showcase elevated prep and editorial-style looks on camera
• Follow creative direction from the production and styling teams
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot
• Bring confident and natural on-camera presence to the project

Requirements

• Men and women ages 21+
• Open to diverse races and ethnicities
• Strong confidence and camera presence preferred
• Comfortable modeling lifestyle and fashion content
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date and time
• Professional and reliable talent encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in a lifestyle editorial campaign
• Portfolio-building and fashion industry exposure
• Professional creative team and styled production experience

Models for September Fashion Show

Job Description
A fashion production team is now casting models for an upcoming September Fashion Show in Phoenix, Arizona. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring and experienced runway models looking to gain exposure, build their portfolios, and participate in a live fashion event.

Casting directors are seeking confident, professional talent with strong runway presence and the ability to showcase fashion collections on stage.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk in a live fashion show production
• Attend casting calls and potential fittings
• Follow direction from designers, stylists, and production staff
• Maintain professionalism during rehearsals and show day
• Showcase garments with confidence and strong runway presence

Requirements

• Seeking runway and fashion models
• Comfortable performing in front of live audiences
• Strong confidence and stage presence preferred
• Reliable and professional applicants encouraged to apply
• Must be available for casting and fashion show scheduling
• Interest in fashion, modeling, and live events preferred

Compensation

• Opportunity to model in a professional fashion show
• Portfolio-building and networking opportunities
• Gain runway and live event experience

Kids Talent Open Call for Exclusive Representation

Job Description
A talent agency is now accepting submissions from talented kids ages 6–16 for exclusive representation opportunities. Casting directors are searching for young performers with strong personalities, acting potential, and confidence who are interested in pursuing opportunities in film, television, commercials, and entertainment projects.

This open call is ideal for aspiring child actors and performers looking to gain professional representation and grow their careers in the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit audition materials for talent representation consideration
• Perform a short monologue for casting review
• Showcase personality, confidence, and on-camera presence
• Participate in potential auditions and entertainment opportunities
• Work professionally with agents and casting teams

Requirements

• Kids ages 6–16
• Must submit a current headshot or recent photo
• Resume preferred if available
• Must provide a 1–2 minute monologue video
• Parent or guardian submission required for minors
• Young performers with acting interest encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Opportunity for exclusive talent representation
• Access to future acting and entertainment auditions
• Professional industry exposure and career development opportunities