New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

MMG is holding an in-person open call in New York City for talent seeking professional agency representation. The open call gives prospective models and talent an opportunity to meet the MMG team and be considered for representation. Interested applicants must apply in advance by email, as attendance is by appointment only.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend an in-person meeting with the agency team.
• Present yourself professionally for consideration for agency representation.
• Provide current digitals or a modeling portfolio/book.
• Follow instructions provided by the agency regarding the open call.

Requirements

• Seeking talent interested in agency representation.
• Must be available to attend the open call in New York City.
• Attendance is by appointment only.

Compensation

• This is an open call for agency representation, not a paid modeling job.

Job Description

A new casting notice is seeking young performers for FINN, a musical production presented by Atlantic Theater’s Atlantic for Kids in New York City. This opportunity is looking for talented young performers interested in joining a professional theatrical production designed for family audiences. Performers should be comfortable with musical theater performance and prepared to demonstrate their acting and vocal abilities through the audition process.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of the musical production FINN.
• Portray assigned characters through acting, singing, and stage performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and performances as required.
• Follow direction from the production’s creative team.
• Work professionally with fellow cast members and production staff.

Requirements

• Young performers suitable for an Atlantic for Kids musical production.
• Strong acting and vocal performance abilities.
• Comfortable performing in a live theatrical environment.
• New York City availability required.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A Prada event in Manhattan is seeking a female high-fashion model to participate as a makeup demonstration model. The production is specifically looking for a woman of color with a deep, rich skin tone, with models who have very deep skin tones highly encouraged to apply. The selected model will have makeup professionally applied during the event and should have a polished, high-fashion appearance suitable for a luxury brand environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a makeup demonstration model during a Prada event.
• Sit for professional makeup application and presentation.
• Follow instructions from the makeup and event teams.
• Maintain a polished, professional presence throughout the event.

Requirements

• Female model of color.
• Deep, rich skin tone; very deep skin tones are highly encouraged.
• Must be taller than 5’7″.
• High-fashion modeling look and professional presentation.

Compensation

• $35 per hour.
• Paid W-2 position.

Job Description

A high-profile brand event in New York City is seeking polished, high-end models to represent a tequila brand during a prestigious book tour event at Lincoln Center Theater. This paid opportunity is ideal for confident, personable talent who can maintain an upscale and professional presence while engaging with guests. Selected models will serve as elevated brand representatives throughout the event, welcoming attendees, assisting with photo opportunities, and supporting the overall guest experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome and greet guests in a warm, professional manner.
• Engage naturally and confidently with event guests.
• Speak about the brand when appropriate.
• Maintain a polished, upscale presence throughout the event.
• Assist with light event needs as requested.

Requirements

• High-end, polished model appearance and presentation.
• Confident and personable when interacting with guests.
• Comfortable working in a prestigious, high-profile event environment.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

Compensation

• $60 per hour.

Job Description

A casting call is seeking female models in the New York City area for a paid fashion-focused shoot in Brooklyn, New York. Selected models will primarily pose on camera, making this a straightforward opportunity for talent who are comfortable in front of the camera and can present fashion looks naturally. The shoot is expected to last approximately four hours and is looking for models who can bring confidence, poise, and a strong visual presence to the session.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for photos during a fashion-focused shoot.
• Present assigned looks naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow posing and creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the four-hour session.

Requirements

• Female models.
• Must be available to work in Brooklyn, New York.
• Comfortable posing and being photographed.
• Confident, camera-ready appearance.
• Must be available for the full four-hour shoot.

Compensation

• $125 total.
• Approximately four hours of work.

Job Description

An upcoming James Patterson venture is casting six dancers for a paid shoot in New York City. The production is seeking energetic performers ages 18 and older with strong dance ability and confidence performing a disco-funk style. Selected dancers will participate in a three-hour shoot. Applicants should demonstrate their movement, personality, and performance ability through a self-tape featuring any disco-funk song and provide a link to their portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform disco-funk choreography or movement for an upcoming shoot.
• Bring strong energy and stage presence to the production.
• Follow creative and choreographic direction during filming.
• Participate in a three-hour shoot in New York City.

Requirements

• Dancers ages 18 or older.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Strong disco-funk dance ability.

Compensation

• $250 per selected dancer.

Job Description

A talent agency is seeking test photographers based in New York City for upcoming photography opportunities. This call is aimed at photographers interested in collaborating on test shoots and creating professional imagery within the fashion, modeling, and talent industry. Photographers interested in being considered are encouraged to contact the agency directly for additional information about the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in test photography shoots in New York City.
• Capture professional-quality images during assigned shoots.
• Collaborate with talent and creative teams as required.

Requirements

• Must be a photographer based in or available to work in New York City.
• Experience with test photography, fashion, portrait, or talent photography is preferred.
• Must be able to produce professional-quality photography.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A SAG low-budget independent film is casting local actors in the Fire Island and Massapequa areas of Long Island, New York. The production is seeking talent for two character roles, including a young woman portraying a 16-year-old Long Island girl and a male actor in his 20s portraying an indie-rock-inspired local character. This opportunity is specifically seeking SAG performers who are local to the filming area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the assigned character authentically in an independent film.
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s creative vision.
• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
• Work as a local hire in the Fire Island/Long Island area.

Requirements

• Female Role: Actor must be 18+ and able to portray a 16-year-old girl; white; described as a cool girl from Long Island.
• Male Role: Actor in his 20s; white; seeking an indie-rock, cute-boy look from Long Island.
• Must be a SAG performer.
• Must be local to Fire Island, Massapequa, or the surrounding Long Island area.
• Represented performers should submit through their agent.
• Unrepresented SAG performers may contact the casting team directly.

Compensation

• SAG low-budget independent film.

Job Description

An open model casting is being held in New York City for an upcoming New York Fashion Week opportunity. The casting is presented by Elena Velez in partnership with As Seen On and is seeking models interested in being considered for the NYFW production. The in-person casting will take place at 93 Canal Street in New York City. The event will also be livestreamed and photographed, giving participating talent an opportunity to be seen as part of the fashion week casting process.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the in-person NYFW model casting.
• Present a confident and professional appearance during the casting.
• Follow instructions provided by the casting and fashion teams.
• Be comfortable appearing in photography and livestream coverage of the event.

Requirements

• Must be able to attend the open casting in New York City.
• Open to models interested in New York Fashion Week opportunities.
• Must be comfortable participating in a casting event that will be livestreamed and photographed.
• Professional presentation and confidence are encouraged.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Job Description

Fashion designer Veejay Floresca is holding an open model casting for an upcoming New York Fashion Week SS27 presentation in New York City. The casting welcomes models of all ethnicities, backgrounds, body types, gender identities, and gender expressions. The team is seeking individuals who bring confidence, individuality, strong presence, and a polished runway walk. Selected models will participate in the NYFW runway presentation at Hudson Yards and will also be required to attend one fitting before the show.

Job Responsibilities

• Model designs during the New York Fashion Week runway presentation.
• Walk confidently and professionally on the runway.
• Attend one required fitting before the presentation.
• Follow styling, fitting, and runway direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Open to models of all ethnicities, backgrounds, body types, gender identities, and gender expressions.
• Emerging and experienced models are welcome.
• Must demonstrate confidence, individuality, presence, and a strong runway walk.

Compensation

• $200 per selected model.
• One fitting is required before the show.