New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

MHART, a New York City-based jewelry brand founded by designer Michael Hartney, is casting a female model for an upcoming NYC photoshoot. The shoot will showcase the brand’s handcrafted jewelry collection, featuring pieces created around natural gemstones and finished with hand-woven cage designs in silver or gold chain. The production is seeking a model who can complement a fine jewelry and editorial-style aesthetic and help bring the collection to life on camera. This opportunity is suited to models comfortable with close-up jewelry imagery and polished editorial posing.

Job Responsibilities

• Model handcrafted fine jewelry for an editorial-style photoshoot.
• Pose naturally and professionally for jewelry-focused imagery.
• Follow creative direction throughout the shoot.
• Showcase earrings and other jewelry pieces clearly on camera.

Requirements

• Female model.
• Ages 25–35.
• Must have ear piercings.
• Comfortable modeling fine jewelry in an editorial setting.
• Submit a portfolio or comp card for consideration.

Compensation

Not specified.

Executive & Fashion Operations Intern

Job Description

A New York City fashion and events company is seeking a motivated, organized, and creative Executive & Fashion Operations Intern for a paid opportunity. This hands-on fashion internship offers the chance to work closely with a director while gaining experience across designer relations, private runway shows, Fashion Week, events, travel, and day-to-day fashion operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Support executive and fashion operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Assist with designer relations and fashion industry projects.
• Help coordinate private runway shows, Fashion Week activities, and special events.
• Provide organizational and administrative support to the team.
• Assist with event preparation and behind-the-scenes fashion operations.
• Support occasional travel and off-site projects as needed.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced fashion and events environment.

Requirements

• Must be based in New York City.
• Organized, proactive, and highly reliable.
• Passionate about fashion, events, and the creative industry.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Available for occasional travel.
• Motivated to gain hands-on fashion industry experience.

Compensation

• This is a paid internship.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

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

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

Cloud Castings is seeking two female models for an upcoming music video filming in Brooklyn, New York. The production is looking for talent to appear in a beauty-focused shoot featuring close-up beauty shots and model posing. Selected models should be comfortable working closely with the camera and posing for visually focused shots designed to highlight beauty and appearance. This shoot is an opportunity for models interested in gaining music video and beauty-focused on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a model in a music video.
• Participate in close-up beauty shots.
• Pose confidently for camera throughout the shoot.
• Follow creative direction during filming.

Requirements

• Female models.
• Ages 18–25.
• White and Hispanic models requested.

Compensation

Compensated opportunity.

Job Description

25 Casting is seeking talent with cinematic and distinctive faces for an upcoming office scene filming in New York City. The production is looking for adults in their 20s through 50s who can contribute a memorable, visually interesting presence to the scene. In addition to the general casting search, the team is specifically interested in very short and very tall individuals.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in an office scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Portray the required office-scene atmosphere on camera.

Requirements

• Ages 20s–50s.
• Seeking cinematic and distinctive faces.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

Unique Talent Network and Cool America Magazine are casting a female principal for an upcoming campaign for a major pharmaceutical brand shooting in New York City this September. The production is seeking a woman between the ages of 40 and 50, with any ethnic appearance, for a principal on-camera role. Applicants should be comfortable performing in a professional commercial production and following creative direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in a pharmaceutical brand campaign.
• Work on camera according to the campaign’s creative direction.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Complete a self-tape during the casting process.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 40–50.
• Open to any ethnic appearance.
• Must know how to self-tape.
• Must provide a headshot.

Compensation

SAG scale plus $2,000 usage.

Feature Film – High-Level Female Tennis Player

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a highly skilled female tennis player for an upcoming production filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for an experienced athlete approximately 5’8″–5’9″ with dark hair and strong competitive tennis abilities. The production is open to traveling the right candidate to NYC for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a high-level tennis player in a feature film.
• Demonstrate authentic tennis technique and advanced playing ability on camera.
• Participate in tennis-focused scenes as directed by the production team.
• Maintain consistency, professionalism, and athletic performance throughout filming.
• Collaborate with the film crew to create realistic tennis sequences.

Requirements

• Female tennis player.
• High-level or competitive tennis experience required.
• Approximately 5’8″–5’9″ tall.
• Dark hair.
• Strong tennis technique and athletic ability.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Candidates outside NYC may be considered for travel.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

NYC Football Fans – Sports Debate Casting Call

Job Description

A sports entertainment production is seeking passionate NFL and college football fans in New York City for an on-camera debate featuring former NFL quarterback Cam Newton. The production is looking for knowledgeable, outspoken football fans who can confidently defend their opinions, discuss the game, and bring energy to a lively sports debate.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera NFL and college football debate.
• Share strong, informed opinions about football and current sports topics.
• Debate Cam Newton and other participants in an engaging, entertaining way.
• Bring enthusiasm, personality, and confidence to the discussion.
• Follow production direction throughout the filming session.

Requirements

• Must be located in or able to work in New York City.
• Must be a passionate NFL or college football fan.
• Strong knowledge of football is required.
• Must be confident expressing and defending opinions.
• Comfortable debating and appearing on camera.
• Must be available for approximately three hours of filming.

Compensation

• $150 for a 3-hour commitment.

Carbonated Beverage Campaign – Male and Female Models

Job Description

A major carbonated beverage campaign is seeking male and female models for principal roles in an upcoming New York production. This paid commercial modeling opportunity is open to talent ages 18–29 of any ethnic appearance. Selected models will appear in professionally produced advertising content for the beverage campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as principal talent in a commercial beverage campaign.
• Appear on camera for professional advertising content.
• Collaborate with the production and creative teams during the shoot.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain a professional presence throughout production.

Requirements

• Male and female models ages 18–29.
• Any ethnic appearance is welcome.
• Must be comfortable working as principal on-camera talent.
• Must be available to work in New York.
• Professional, confident, and able to follow creative direction.

Compensation

• $800 per day.
• $5,000 for one-year usage.