New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

NYC Beauty Campaign Casting Call – Friend Duos

Job Description

A paid beauty campaign is now casting real friend duos of all genders, backgrounds, ages, and body types for an upcoming shoot in New York City. Production is looking for authentic friendships and diverse pairs to appear in a beauty campaign filming in early July. Applicants must be local to New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional beauty campaign photo and/or video shoot.
• Appear on camera alongside your friend in lifestyle and beauty-focused content.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Help showcase genuine chemistry and connection on camera.

Requirements

• Must apply as a pair of friends.
• Open to all genders, backgrounds, ages, and body types.
• Must be a New York City local.
• Available to film in early July.
• Able to provide recent photos together and individual close-up photos.
• Must include social media links with the application.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Beauty campaign filming in New York City.
• Early July production schedule.

Model Open Call – Major Models New York

Job Description

Major Models New York is hosting an open call for aspiring and experienced runway and fashion models. Models who meet the height requirements and are 18 years or older are invited to RSVP by submitting their digitals and measurements for consideration.

This is an opportunity to meet with a leading modeling agency and be considered for future fashion and commercial representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the scheduled open call if selected.
• Present professional digitals and current measurements.
• Meet with agency representatives for evaluation.
• Demonstrate confidence, professionalism, and runway potential.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Women: Height 5’9″–5’11”.
• Men: Height 6’0″–6’3″.
• Submit current digitals and measurements when RSVPing.
• Available to attend the open call on July 16, 2026.

Compensation

• Opportunity for agency representation and future modeling work.
• Open call hosted by Major Models New York.

Staged Reading Casting Call – A Pick for the Hair of Black Kids Who Don’t Wanna Be Gangstaz

Job Description

A staged reading of A Pick for the Hair of Black Kids Who Don’t Wanna Be Gangstaz is now casting performers. Written and directed by Junie Edwards, with assistant direction by Atlas Brisset and produced by Kwabe, this staged reading offers actors the opportunity to help bring a powerful new work to life.

Interested performers are encouraged to review the audition sides and submit for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a role in a staged reading production.
• Attend rehearsals and the scheduled reading.
• Collaborate with the playwright, director, and creative team.
• Deliver an engaging live performance during the staged reading.

Requirements

• Must be available for the staged reading process.
• Comfortable performing in a live theatrical setting.
• Review and prepare the audition sides provided by production.
• Strong acting and script interpretation skills are preferred.

Compensation

• Staged reading opportunity.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected applicants.

Psychological Thriller Short Film Casting Call – Supporting and Lead Actors

Job Description

A non-union psychological thriller short film is now accepting submissions for multiple lead, supporting, and day player roles. Production is seeking talented actors who can bring emotionally layered and compelling characters to life. Performers of all experience levels are encouraged to apply, with several roles welcoming diverse and underrepresented talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a scripted character in a psychological thriller short film.
• Attend auditions and rehearsals as requested.
• Deliver emotionally authentic performances on set.
• Work collaboratively with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Must be available for filming (location TBD).
• Ability to portray the specific character being submitted for.
• Self-tape audition required using the provided audition scenes.
• Headshot required.
• Resume preferred, if available.
• Slate including name, age, height, and location.
• Submit by the application deadline.

Roles

Silas (Lead)

• Male
• White
• Playing age: 20–26
• Height: 5’8″ or taller preferred
• Intelligent, charming, and quietly unsettling with the ability to balance vulnerability and menace.

Jordan (Supporting – Day Player)

• Male
• Playing age: 20–26
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Best friend of Silas
• Loyal, compassionate, and emotionally grounded.
• No kissing required.

Malik (Supporting)

• Male-presenting
• Playing age: 20–26
• LGBTQ+ performers strongly encouraged, particularly Latino, biracial, and trans performers
• Energetic, charismatic, fiercely loyal, and emotionally complex.

Eve (Supporting)

• Female
• Biracial preferred
• Playing age: 20–26
• Guarded, confident, emotionally resilient, and deeply caring beneath the surface.

Chloe (Supporting)

• Female
• White
• Playing age: 20–26
• Confident, charismatic, socially savvy, and more perceptive than people realize.

Reporter (Day Player)

• Any gender
• Playing age: 30+
• All ethnicities welcome
• Professional news anchor presence with polished articulation and commanding delivery.

Compensation

• Non-union short film.
• Lead, supporting, and day player opportunities available.

Experienced Pickleball Players for TV Series “Gordie”

Job Description

A new television series, Gordie, is casting experienced pickleball players for paid background roles filming in Manhattan, New York. Production is seeking skilled players who are comfortable actively playing pickleball on camera in outdoor spring scenes. This is a great opportunity for athletes and pickleball enthusiasts to appear in a professional TV production while showcasing their real playing ability.

Job Responsibilities

• Play pickleball naturally during filmed scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Perform as a background player in outdoor scenes.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be an experienced pickleball player.
• Comfortable actively playing pickleball on camera.
• Available to film in Manhattan, New York.
• Able to participate in outdoor spring exterior scenes.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Appear in the new television series Gordie.
• Gain professional on-set experience.
• Work with an established television production team.

Job Description

ACE Group is hiring a personable, outgoing content creator to conduct street interviews for several client campaigns. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a fun personality who enjoys engaging with people on camera and creating social media content.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct street interviews for client campaigns.
• Engage confidently with members of the public.
• Represent client brands in a professional and friendly manner.
• Collaborate with the production team during filming.

Requirements

• Fun, friendly, and outgoing personality.
• Comfortable speaking with people on camera.
• Must be local to Brooklyn or Manhattan, New York

Compensation

• Not specified

Job Description

Brand Socialite is building its New York City roster of Brand Ambassadors, Promotional Models, Lead Brand Ambassadors, and Production Assistants for upcoming experiential marketing events throughout July. Selected talent will represent premium consumer brands at festivals, sporting events, and public activations across Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent brands at promotional events and activations.
• Engage professionally with event attendees.
• Assist with product promotions and customer interactions.
• Maintain a polished, professional appearance throughout each event.
• Follow event staff and client guidelines.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• An outgoing, friendly, and professional personality.
• Reliable transportation.
• Availability for multiple July events.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Open availability on weekends preferred.

Appearance Guidelines

• Elegant, stylish, and natural look.
• Natural hair color with simple styling (red also accepted).
• Neutral or natural nail colors.
• No visible tattoos.
• Minimal, classic jewelry.
• Fresh, subtle makeup.
• Must fit provided uniform sizes:
  • Shirts: S–L
  • Women’s bottoms: 0–6
  • Men’s bottoms: 28–36

Event Details

Multiple paid activations are scheduled across New York City, including:

• America 250 Ball Celebration (One Times Square)
• Brooklyn Bridge Park Fireworks
• City Girl Walk
• Yoga at Bryant Park
• BIC Celebrate Brooklyn Festival
• Brooklyn Bridge Pilates
• Healthy on the Hudson
• Brooklyn Bridge FIFA World Cup Fan Zone
• Union Square Greenmarket

Compensation

• Lead Brand Ambassador: $40/hour
• Brand Ambassador: $35/hour
• Production Assistant: $30/hour
• Paid training: $20/hour

How to Apply

Email the following information:

• Two recent photos (headshot and full-body, no filters)
• Social media handles
• Resume
• Availability for the listed event dates
• Confirmation that you are 21+ and have reliable transportation

Include your city of residence in the email subject line.

Child Models for Hotel Commercial

Job Description

A casting call is now open for child models to appear in an upcoming hotel commercial filming in New York. Casting directors are seeking energetic and camera-friendly children between the ages of 7 and 14 for this exciting commercial project. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain professional on-camera experience while working on a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in scenes for a hotel commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Work cooperatively with the cast and crew throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Child models and young performers ages 7–14.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Positive attitude and ability to follow directions.
• Must be available to film in New York.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Gain professional commercial and on-camera experience.
• Work with an experienced production team.
• Excellent opportunity to build a young performer’s portfolio.

Background Extras for Netflix TV Series “The Roman”

Job Description

A paid background casting call is now open for the Netflix TV series The Roman, filming near Port Washington, Long Island, New York. Casting directors are seeking non-speaking background performers to portray India street pedestrians in authentic outdoor scenes. This is an excellent opportunity for actors and aspiring extras to gain experience on a major streaming television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background pedestrian in outdoor street scenes.
• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout multiple takes.
• Arrive prepared for a full day of filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Open to background performers who fit the production’s casting needs.
• Must be comfortable working in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be available for filming in Port Washington, Long Island, New York.
• Full-day availability is required, with filming expected to last approximately 8–12 hours.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours.
• Non-union: $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Non-negotiable production rates.
• Opportunity to appear in a Netflix television series.

Job Description

A major fashion editorial is casting women aged 40 and older for an upcoming magazine feature in New York City. The production is seeking individuals who are comfortable being photographed in their upscale homes or apartments. Homes with balconies, penthouses, scenic views, as well as pets or family members, are considered a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a fashion editorial photo shoot.
• Be photographed in your home or apartment.
• Collaborate with the stylist and photographer during the shoot.
• Follow creative direction throughout the session.

Requirements

• Women ages 40 and older.
• Must be open to shooting in an upscale New York home or apartment.
• Homes with balconies, penthouses, or notable views are preferred.
• Pets, children, or family members are a plus.
• Comfortable participating in a professional editorial photo shoot.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to appear in a major fashion magazine editorial.
• Work with a renowned stylist and photographer.