Music Video Casting Calls and Auditions

Assignment Details

• Hourly Rate: $45/hr
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: On Site
• Location: People Inc. NYC Office, 225 Liberty Street
• Duration: April 1 – Sept 30, 2026 (Potential for extension)

Key Post-Production Responsibilities

• Dual-Track Editing: Manage a daily workflow that alternates between rapid-response social trending moments and long-lead narrative storytelling.
• Creative Initiative: Go beyond the provided footage. You are expected to add editorial value through pacing, music selection, and visual “hooks” that make food feel accessible and exciting.
• Autonomous Workflow: Work with minimal direction to take projects from raw ingest to final delivery. You should be able to interpret a brief and execute a final cut that hits the mark the first time.
• Priority Management: Successfully juggles multiple, competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment where schedules shift based on food trends.
• Authentic Storytelling: Shape the edit around moments, the textures, and the emotion on the plate. Letting food carry the narrative and meaning, instead of leaning on polish or visual gloss.
• Technical Optimization: Deliver finished exports optimized for 9:16, 4:5, and 1:1 ratios, ensuring framing and text placement are perfect for each platform.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable Success: 2+ years of experience editing social-first video content with a portfolio that shows high engagement and views.
• Expert-level in Adobe Premiere Pro is required: You must be fast, organized, and technically efficient in the timeline.
• Editorial Judgment: A strong sense of what makes the “hook.” You know how to find the most relatable, authentic clip in a sea of raw footage and build a narrative around it.
• Visual Creativity: Proficiency in basic motion graphics, text overlays, and sound design to enhance the viewer experience without over-producing.
• High-Volume Background: Experience working in a digital media or agency environment where you are expected to deliver high-quality work on a tight turnaround.

Job Description
A production team is seeking a South Asian or Indian male actor to participate in a paid, non-union project for a legal focus group. The selected actor will portray an accident victim delivering a remote deposition reading on camera. This project involves a straightforward performance of a short transcript and does not require memorization.

The video will be recorded remotely and used exclusively for research purposes within a private legal focus group. This opportunity is ideal for actors who can deliver a natural performance using a neutral American accent in a professional, on-camera setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an on-camera reading of a short deposition transcript

• Portray an accident victim in a realistic and natural manner

• Follow direction provided by the production team during the recording session

• Participate in a remote recording session using Zoom

• Maintain professionalism during the recording process

Requirements

• South Asian or Indian male actor

• Mid-30s with a thin or slight build

• Ability to perform with a neutral American accent

• Computer with a webcam (phone recordings are not permitted)

• Reliable internet connection

• Quiet, well-lit environment suitable for recording

• Comfortable performing on camera during a remote session

Compensation

• $500 for approximately one hour of recording

• Paid, non-union project

• Opportunity to participate in a professional legal research production

Job Description
A casting team is seeking experienced belly dancers to appear in an upcoming K-Pop music video production. This opportunity is open to professional dancers who specialize in belly dancing and can bring strong stage presence and dynamic movement to a high-energy music video shoot.

Selected performers will work closely with the production team to deliver visually engaging dance performances that complement the music video’s creative direction. Dancers should be confident performing on camera and capable of bringing their own wardrobe options suitable for belly dance performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform belly dance choreography or freestyle routines on camera for a K-Pop music video

• Bring multiple belly dance wardrobe options suitable for filming

• Follow direction from the director and choreography team

• Maintain strong stage presence and expressive performance throughout filming

• Collaborate with the production team and other performers on set

Requirements

• Must be an experienced belly dancer

• Comfortable performing on camera in a professional production environment

• Ability to provide personal belly dance wardrobe options

• Strong performance energy and stage presence

• Reliable and professional during the production process

• Must be able to work in the filming location

Compensation

• $400 for approximately 10 hours of work

• Opportunity to appear in a professionally produced K-Pop music video

• On-set experience with a music video production team

Job Description
A production team is seeking audience members to appear in a YouTube video featuring a popular content creator. The project will be filmed in Los Angeles, California, and will include participants appearing as part of a live or staged audience during the recording of the video.

Selected participants will help create an energetic and engaging atmosphere for the production. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in appearing in online video content and gaining experience on a professional digital production set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an audience member in a YouTube video production

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate in audience reactions and interactions as directed

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot

• Help contribute to an engaging filming environment

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Comfortable appearing on camera for a YouTube production

• Must be able to work locally in Los Angeles, California

• Ability to follow directions and collaborate with the production team

• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Opportunity to appear in a video for a popular content creator

• Experience working on a professional digital content production

Job Description
A production team is casting two Latina female models for an upcoming music video filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The project will feature models appearing in stylized scenes designed to complement the artist’s performance and visual storytelling.

Selected talent will work with the director and production team during a short music video shoot. This opportunity is ideal for models comfortable on camera who can bring energy, style, and confidence to a music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a music video production

• Participate in directed scenes and performance-based visuals

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during the shoot

• Contribute to the overall aesthetic and visual storytelling of the video

Requirements

• Latina female models

• Ages 18 and older

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a music video

• Ability to follow direction and collaborate with the production team

• Must be able to work locally in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $150 for approximately 2 hours of work

• Opportunity to appear in a professional music video production

• Networking opportunity with production and creative professionals

Job Description
A production team is seeking talent for a corporate demo video filming in San Francisco, California. The project will demonstrate the use of a medical EEG headband in a realistic home or bedroom environment. Selected talent will model the application and use of the device while being filmed for close-up product demonstration shots.

This role focuses on visual demonstration rather than dialogue, and the final video will highlight the device’s usage through clear, realistic on-camera actions.

Job Responsibilities

• Model the application of a medical EEG headband for a product demonstration

• Participate in filming within a staged home or bedroom setting

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate device demonstration

• Remain comfortable during close-up shots of the head and scalp

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot

Requirements

• White male talent

• Ages 50–60

• Larger build or plus-size preferred

• Must have a healthy scalp suitable for close-up filming

• Comfortable with extreme close-up shots of the back of the head

• Must be able to work locally in San Francisco, California

• No dialogue required

Compensation

• $550 per day

• Professional on-set production experience

• Opportunity to appear in a corporate medical demonstration video

Job Description

A global tech company commercial is seeking passionate music fans to appear in an upcoming advertising campaign filming in Barcelona, Spain. The production is looking for individuals who are genuine fans of music genres such as modern indie rock, post punk, rap, pop, flamenco, urbano Latino, R&B, soul, and alternative R&B.

The commercial will focus on the energy and culture of concertgoers and music lovers. Casting directors are looking for authentic personalities who love music and can naturally represent the excitement of live music culture.

The production is open to individuals, couples, and groups of friends who share a love for music and enjoy attending concerts.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scenes portraying music fans and concertgoers

• Bring authentic enthusiasm and personality to the commercial production

• Collaborate with the production team during filming

• Follow direction from the commercial’s creative and production team

• Represent the culture and excitement of live music experiences

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must be based anywhere in Europe or the United Kingdom

• Open to all ethnicities, nationalities, occupations, and abilities

• Must be a genuine fan of music genres such as indie rock, rap, pop, flamenco, R&B, soul, or similar styles

• Individuals, couples, and groups of friends are welcome to apply

• Must be able to submit a recent photo and contact information

Compensation

• This is a paid commercial opportunity

• Additional compensation details will be discussed with selected participants

Job Description

A corporate training video production is seeking men and women between the ages of 18 and 22 for multiple roles in a non-union project filming in South Florida. The production will feature commercial-style scenes designed for a business training video and will include both speaking roles and background appearances.

The project will include several main lead roles as well as extra positions. Filming will take place over multiple days, with the first two days focused on commercial-style scenes and the final day dedicated to a photo shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a corporate training video production

• Portray professional or workplace-related scenarios in commercial-style segments

• Collaborate with the production team and follow direction on set

• Participate in filming and promotional photography as required

• Maintain professionalism during all scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–22

• Non-union actors

• Ability to perform in corporate-style commercial scenes

• Reliable and punctual for all scheduled filming days

• Comfortable participating in both video scenes and a photo shoot

Compensation

• Main Lead Roles: $325 per day for 3 days

• Extras: $200 per day for 3 days

Job Description

Welder Underground is seeking a skilled cinematographer to join its media team and document the daily work, people, and learning environment inside a live fabrication studio and apprenticeship program. This role blends documentary-style storytelling with cinematic visuals, capturing authentic moments inside a fast-paced workshop environment.

The cinematographer will collaborate closely with the media team to plan, shoot, and edit videos for social media and storytelling initiatives. The ideal candidate enjoys observing real moments as they unfold, anticipating compelling visuals, and transforming everyday activities into engaging visual stories.

This position also involves filming outside the shop environment, including visits to welding and fabrication facilities, connecting with tradespeople, and telling the stories of people and places connected to the skilled trades industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture documentary-style footage inside a working fabrication studio

• Operate professional video equipment to film high-quality footage

• Collaborate with the media team to plan shot concepts and story direction

• Edit footage into polished video content for social media and digital platforms

• Document apprentices, instructors, and daily shop activities

• Organize media files and maintain efficient backup systems

• Assist with post-production tasks including editing, color grading, and sound adjustments

• Participate in storytelling and creative planning with the production team

Requirements

• Experience operating professional cameras such as DSLRs or mirrorless systems

• Experience with Sony FX30 or FX3 cameras preferred

• Strong understanding of manual exposure and camera settings

• Ability to capture stable handheld footage and dynamic camera movement

• Comfortable filming unscripted moments in active environments

• Video editing experience with Adobe Premiere Pro

• Familiarity with color grading, basic sound design, and post-production workflows

• Experience using Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, or After Effects preferred

• Strong storytelling instincts and documentary-style visual sensibility

• Organized, reliable, and able to collaborate with a creative team

• Comfortable working in a busy workshop environment

Compensation

• $25–$35 per hour (commensurate with experience)

• Flexible part-time schedule (3–5 days per week)

• Opportunity to work with a creative media team producing meaningful content

Job Description
A casting team is seeking talented male dancers for an upcoming music video by an international artist. This international casting call is open to performers worldwide and is looking for individuals with strong dance ability and exceptional body awareness.

Selected performers will appear in a visually dynamic music video project that highlights expressive movement and choreography. This is a paid opportunity for experienced dancers who are comfortable performing on camera and collaborating with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed or freestyle dance movements for a music video

• Demonstrate strong body awareness and expressive movement on camera

• Follow direction from the director and choreography team

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required

• Maintain professionalism while working with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Male performers ages 30–70

• Strong dance skills and physical awareness

• Comfortable performing on camera for a music video production

• Open to applicants from all ethnicities

• Ability to submit photos and a video demonstrating dance ability

• Must provide contact information and city of residence when applying

Compensation

• Paid project

• Opportunity to perform in an international music video production

• Potential exposure working with a global artist