New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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“The Families Stone” Feature Film Casting Call for Father and Young Child in NYC
Job Description
The upcoming feature film “The Families Stone” is seeking a real father and a young child between the ages of 2 and 4 for a paid background acting opportunity in New York City. The production is casting a father-and-child pair to appear in a busy crowd scene on a professional movie set. This family casting opportunity is ideal for parents interested in introducing their young children to the entertainment industry while participating together in a feature film. No previous acting experience is required, making this an accessible opportunity for first-time background actors.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a father-and-child pair in a busy crowd scene for the feature film “The Families Stone.”
- Portray natural family interactions in a realistic background setting.
- Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
- Maintain natural movements and reactions while cameras are rolling.
- Ensure the young child remains comfortable and supervised throughout filming.
- Collaborate with other background performers to create an authentic crowd atmosphere.
- Remain professional and cooperative during the scheduled production activities.
Requirements
- Seeking a real father with a child between the ages of 2 and 4.
- Must be based in or able to work in New York City.
- Both father and child must be comfortable participating in a professional film production.
- Father must be able to accompany and supervise the child throughout the production.
- Comfortable appearing in a busy crowd scene with other background actors.
- Ability to follow instructions from the production team.
- Must be available for the scheduled filming day.
- No previous acting or background performance experience is required.
Compensation
- Paid background acting opportunity.
- Exact compensation rates have not been specified.
New York Bartender Casting Call for Upcoming Event
Job Description
The Allure Agency is seeking experienced, outgoing, and professional bartenders for an upcoming event in New York. This bartender casting opportunity welcomes male and female applicants aged 25 and older who enjoy working with the public and creating memorable guest experiences. The agency is looking for reliable, enthusiastic individuals with previous customer-facing experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and a genuine passion for hospitality. This opportunity is ideal for bartenders interested in working at special events, private functions, and promotional activations in the New York area.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide professional bartending services during an upcoming event in New York.
- Interact with guests in a friendly, welcoming, and enthusiastic manner.
- Maintain a positive and upbeat atmosphere throughout the event.
- Deliver excellent customer service while assisting event attendees.
- Follow event guidelines and instructions provided by the event management team.
- Collaborate with fellow bartenders and event staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and reliability throughout assigned shifts.
- Help create an enjoyable and memorable experience for event guests.
Requirements
- Must be 25 years old or older.
- Open to male and female applicants.
- Must live within approximately 45 minutes of New York City.
- Must have an upbeat, happy, and outgoing personality.
- Previous experience working with the general public is required.
- Must have a genuine passion for hospitality and customer service.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from event venues.
- Must be punctual, dependable, and professional.
- Comfortable working in a busy event environment.
- Must be available for the scheduled event.
Compensation
- Compensation details have not been specified.
“Orange Juice” Short Film Casting Call for Young Male Lead Actor in New York City
Job Description
An upcoming short film titled “Orange Juice” is seeking a talented young male actor for the lead role of Andrew in New York City. This dramatic film explores the emotional journey of a young man struggling with sobriety while confronting the consequences of his past alcoholism. The production is looking for a performer between the ages of 20 and 25 who can bring authenticity, vulnerability, and emotional depth to a complex character. This NYC film casting opportunity is ideal for actors interested in character-driven storytelling and emotionally compelling independent film projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Andrew, the male lead character in the short film “Orange Juice.”
- Deliver an emotionally engaging performance exploring themes of sobriety, personal struggles, and recovery.
- Bring authenticity and vulnerability to scenes involving the character’s past experiences with alcoholism.
- Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
- Collaborate with fellow cast members to create realistic and meaningful dramatic scenes.
- Demonstrate strong character development and emotional expression throughout filming.
- Maintain professionalism and commitment during rehearsals and production.
Requirements
- Male actor between the ages of 20 and 25.
- Open to performers of all ethnicities.
- Must be a local resident of New York City.
- Must be available for the production’s scheduled filming period.
- Strong ability to portray emotionally complex characters.
- Comfortable performing scenes involving sensitive themes such as alcoholism, sobriety, and personal recovery.
- Ability to deliver natural and believable dramatic performances.
- Must be able to follow direction and collaborate with the production team.
- Previous acting experience is welcome but not explicitly required.
Compensation
- Compensation details have not been specified.
$1,000/Day Celebrity Owned Fragrance Brand Commercial Casting Call
A celebrity-owned fragrance brand is casting talent for an upcoming commercial production in New York City. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in appearing in a professional fragrance advertising campaign and gaining experience in a high-profile commercial production.
Job Responsibilities:
- Appear in a commercial promoting a celebrity-owned fragrance brand.
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
- Participate in on-camera scenes as required for the commercial.
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production.
Requirements:
- Must be available to work in New York City.
- Comfortable performing on camera in a commercial setting.
- Ability to follow creative direction and collaborate with the production team.
Compensation:
- $1,000 per day.
“Hot Smirk” Casting Call for Kissing LGBTQ+ Bar Patrons
The upcoming feature film “Hot Smirk” is casting real couples to portray LGBTQ+ bar patrons in an intimate bar scene filming in Manhattan, New York. The production is seeking adult couples who are comfortable sharing natural, authentic kissing and romantic interactions on camera. This paid background acting opportunity welcomes diverse couples who can bring genuine chemistry and realism to the scene.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray LGBTQ+ bar patrons in a feature film scene.
- Perform natural kissing and romantic interactions with a real-life partner on camera.
- Participate in kissing or makeout scenes according to agreed-upon boundaries and production direction.
- Follow instructions from the director and production team to maintain authenticity and continuity.
- Be available for tentative filming on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in Manhattan.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Seeking real couples comfortable kissing on camera.
- Must be local to the New York tri-state area.
- Comfortable portraying LGBTQ+ bar patrons in a feature film setting.
- Ability to perform natural romantic interactions with a partner.
- Must be available for the tentative filming date of October 15, 2026.
- All backgrounds and identities are encouraged to participate.
Compensation:
- SAG-AFTRA base rate: $231 for 8 hours.
- Kissing bump: Additional $50.
- Makeout bump: Additional $100.
Job Description
Cielito Studio is seeking professional, outgoing, and energetic Brand Ambassadors for an upcoming wellness brand activation campaign in New York City. This paid promotional opportunity offers $30 per hour for individuals who enjoy engaging with people, representing lifestyle and wellness brands, and creating memorable customer experiences. Selected brand ambassadors will participate in live events, introduce guests to wellness products, distribute promotional materials, and help create an inviting atmosphere. This opportunity is ideal for experienced promotional models, event staff, and brand representatives with strong communication skills and flexible availability, especially on weekends.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent a wellness brand professionally during live promotional events and activations.
- Engage with guests and create positive, memorable brand experiences.
- Introduce attendees to the brand and educate them about its products.
- Distribute product samples and promotional materials when applicable.
- Answer basic questions about the brand and its wellness products.
- Maintain an energetic, friendly, and welcoming presence throughout the activation.
- Assist with keeping the event area clean, organized, and inviting.
- Follow event instructions and brand guidelines provided by the production and activation team.
- Collaborate with event staff to ensure a smooth and successful promotional experience.
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must be based in or able to work in New York City.
- Open availability Monday through Sunday, with strong preference for weekend availability.
- Must be available for the full duration of assigned event shifts.
- Professional, confident, outgoing, and friendly personality.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience in brand ambassadorship, promotional events, hospitality, or customer-facing roles is preferred.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional throughout scheduled activations.
- Comfortable interacting with large numbers of guests.
- Must maintain a professional and well-presented appearance.
- Comfortable standing and working throughout the duration of an event.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from assigned event locations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Experience in wellness, events, hospitality, or promotional activations is a plus.
Compensation
- $30 per hour.
Job Description
An upcoming fantasy-themed immersive event in New York City is seeking professional actors and talented performers who are passionate about fairy tales, elves, magic, and fantasy storytelling. This interactive entertainment opportunity is ideal for creative individuals who enjoy improvisation, character acting, and engaging directly with audiences. The production is looking for versatile performers with special talents such as singing, dancing, music, improvised poetry, tarot reading, or other unique performance skills to help bring an enchanting fantasy world to life.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a fantasy-inspired character during an immersive entertainment event.
- Engage and interact with audience members through improvisation and creative storytelling.
- Use special performance skills such as singing, dancing, music, poetry, or tarot reading to enhance the experience.
- Maintain character authenticity throughout interactive performances.
- Collaborate with fellow performers to create a magical and engaging atmosphere.
- Adapt performances and interactions based on audience participation.
- Follow creative direction and contribute to the overall immersive event experience.
Requirements
- Must be a professional actor or experienced performer.
- Must be based in or able to work in New York City.
- Strong improvisational acting skills and confidence interacting with live audiences.
- Must possess at least one special performance skill, such as music, singing, dancing, magic, improvised poetry, tarot reading, or another interactive talent.
- Interest in fantasy, fairy tales, elves, magical storytelling, or Tolkien-inspired worlds.
- Ability to stay in character while responding naturally to audience interactions.
- Creative, expressive, and comfortable performing in an immersive environment.
Compensation
- Compensation details have not been specified.
$2,000 Care.com Commercial Casting Call
An exciting paid casting opportunity is available for parents, adult children, and families to appear in an upcoming Care.com commercial. The production is seeking real people who have used Care.com to find child care, arrange care for an aging parent or loved one, or manage multiple caregiving responsibilities. Selected participants will share their personal experiences in an on-camera interview, highlighting the challenges and realities of finding care for their families. The casting is open nationwide, with particular interest in participants from New York City, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in an on-camera interview sharing personal experiences with Care.com.
- Discuss experiences finding child care, senior care, or managing multiple caregiving responsibilities.
- Share authentic stories about balancing family needs and caregiving commitments.
- Participate in a one-day commercial shoot during the week of November 9.
- Film from home or participate remotely, depending on production arrangements.
- Family members, including children, may participate in filming alongside the primary interviewee.
Requirements
- Must have personal experience using Care.com to find care for a child, aging parent, or loved one.
- Families managing multiple caregiving responsibilities, including children, parents, pets, or household needs, are encouraged to participate.
- Parents, including fathers, and adult children with relevant caregiving experiences are welcome.
- Must be comfortable sharing personal experiences in an on-camera interview.
- Must be based in the United States.
- Applicants from New York City, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Dallas-Fort Worth are especially encouraged.
- Must be available for one day of filming during the week of November 9.
- Family members of all ages, including children, may participate.
Compensation
- $2,000 for the primary participant selected for an on-camera interview.
- $750 per additional family member filmed, including children.
Netflix’s ‘Myron Bolitar’ New York Extras Casting Call for Kids
An exciting casting opportunity is available for children ages 6 to 8 to appear as background extras in Netflix’s upcoming production “Myron Bolitar,” filming in Manhattan, New York. The production is seeking young talent to portray playground visitors and parkgoers in outdoor scenes. This opportunity is ideal for children interested in gaining on-set experience and participating in a professional television production.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a background extra in Netflix’s “Myron Bolitar” production.
- Portray a child playing or spending time at a park or playground.
- Participate in outdoor park scenes filmed in Manhattan.
- Follow age-appropriate directions from the production team during filming.
- Help create a natural and realistic playground or park atmosphere.
Requirements
- Children must be between 6 and 8 years old.
- Must be available for filming on Tuesday, October 13.
- Must be able to work on location in Manhattan, New York.
- Comfortable participating in outdoor filming environments.
- Ability to follow simple, age-appropriate directions on set.
- Parent or legal guardian must be available to accompany the child as required by production regulations.
Compensation
- Compensation not specified.
Oprah’s Podcast Casting Call for Women Founders
Oprah’s podcast team is seeking inspiring women founders and business leaders from the Northeast United States to participate in a meaningful conversation with Emma Grede on The Oprah Podcast. This opportunity invites successful women in business to share authentic experiences, personal challenges, and valuable insights on leadership, motherhood, work-life balance, and mentorship. Selected participants will have the chance to contribute to an engaging discussion about navigating entrepreneurship and leadership as a woman while sharing their stories with a large podcast audience.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a podcast conversation with Emma Grede about women in business and leadership.
- Share personal experiences related to entrepreneurship, professional growth, and leadership challenges.
- Discuss topics such as motherhood, mom guilt, and maintaining work-life balance.
- Reflect on influential mentors and meaningful mentorship experiences.
- Offer authentic perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of leading a company as a woman.
- Engage in thoughtful discussions that inspire and connect with podcast listeners.
Requirements
- Must be a woman founder or hold a senior leadership position at a company.
- Must be based in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, or Massachusetts.
- Have firsthand experience navigating business leadership or entrepreneurship.
- Be comfortable discussing personal and professional experiences in a podcast setting.
- Have meaningful insights into topics such as work-life balance, motherhood, mentorship, or leadership.
- Be willing to share authentic stories and perspectives with a broad audience.
Compensation
- Compensation not specified.
Unlock Your Acting Potential: New York City Casting Calls and Auditions on Project Casting
New York City, often dubbed the “Big Apple,” is not only the largest city in the United States but also a global epicenter for the performing arts. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the bustling film and television studios, NYC offers a plethora of opportunities for actors at all stages of their careers. If you’re an aspiring actor looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional seeking new roles, Project Casting is your gateway to the city’s vibrant casting calls and auditions. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how Project Casting can help you navigate the competitive landscape of New York City’s entertainment industry.
Why New York City?
A Hub for Entertainment
New York City boasts a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic entertainment scene. It’s home to:
•Broadway Theater: The pinnacle of live theatrical performances.
•Film and Television Studios: Including Silvercup Studios and Kaufman Astoria Studios.
•Independent Film Scene: A thriving community of indie filmmakers.
•Commercial and Modeling Opportunities: Numerous advertising agencies and fashion shows.
The city’s diverse backdrop and iconic locations make it a favorite for filmmakers and producers, leading to constant demand for fresh talent.
Introducing Project Casting
What is Project Casting?
Project Casting is a leading online platform that connects actors, models, and other performers with casting calls and auditions across the United States. It offers a user-friendly interface where talent can find opportunities ranging from major film productions to local theater projects.
Why Use Project Casting for NYC Opportunities?
•Comprehensive Listings: Access a wide array of casting calls specific to New York City.
•Real-Time Updates: Stay informed about the latest auditions and opportunities.
•User-Friendly Search: Filter casting calls by type, location, and role requirements.
•Industry Insights: Gain valuable information on audition tips, industry trends, and networking events.
Navigating New York City Casting Calls on Project Casting
Setting Up Your Profile
To maximize your chances of landing a role, start by creating a compelling profile:
•Professional Headshots: Upload clear, high-quality photos.
•Resume: Include your acting experience, training, and special skills.
•Demo Reel: Showcase your talent through video clips of past performances.
Searching for Casting Calls
Use the platform’s search function to find opportunities:
1. Visit the Project Casting Website: Navigate to Project Casting.
2. Select Location: Choose “New York City” or specify boroughs like Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens.
3. Filter by Category: Select categories such as film, theater, commercials, or modeling.
4. Review Listings: Browse through the casting calls that match your criteria.
Understanding Casting Call Details
Each casting call provides essential information:
•Role Description: Details about the character, including age range, ethnicity, and personality traits.
•Project Type: Indicates whether it’s a film, commercial, theater production, etc.
•Audition Dates and Locations: Know when and where to show up.
•Submission Requirements: Instructions on how to apply, including materials to submit.
Tips for Success in NYC Auditions
Preparation is Key
•Research the Project: Understand the production’s tone, style, and context.
•Know Your Material: Memorize lines and be ready to perform with confidence.
•Dress Appropriately: Wear attire that fits the character without being a full costume.
Professionalism Matters
•Be Punctual: Arrive early to allow time for check-in and preparation.
•Bring Necessary Materials: Have extra copies of your headshot and resume.
•Positive Attitude: Maintain enthusiasm and courtesy throughout the process.
Networking Opportunities
Auditions are also a chance to network:
•Connect with Peers: Build relationships with other actors and industry professionals.
•Stay in Touch: Exchange contact information for future collaborations.
Unique Opportunities in New York City
Broadway and Off-Broadway Productions
Project Casting lists auditions for:
•Musicals and Plays: Opportunities to perform on some of the world’s most renowned stages.
•Workshops and Readings: Get involved in the development of new works.
Film and Television Roles
With numerous productions shooting in NYC, casting calls are plentiful:
•Major Studios: Auditions for films by prominent directors and producers.
•Independent Films: Opportunities to take on challenging roles in indie projects.
•Television Series: From network shows to streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu.
Commercials and Print Ads
The city’s advertising industry offers:
•Commercial Spots: Appear in national or regional advertisements.
•Modeling Gigs: Opportunities for print and digital campaigns.
Success Stories
Testimonials
•“Project Casting has been an invaluable resource. The platform is easy to use, and I’ve found numerous auditions that led to significant roles.” – Michael L., Actor
•“Being new to NYC, I didn’t know where to start. Project Casting connected me with casting calls that matched my type and experience level.” – Tanya S., Actress
Leveraging Project Casting Beyond Auditions
Educational Resources
•Blog Articles: Access tips on acting techniques, industry news, and career advice.
•Workshops and Classes: Find information on acting classes and workshops in NYC.
Community Engagement
•Forums and Groups: Participate in discussions with fellow actors.
•Social Media: Follow Project Casting on platforms like Instagram and Twitter for updates.
Staying Safe and Informed
Avoiding Scams
Project Casting strives to verify all postings, but actors should:
•Research Productions: Ensure the legitimacy of the project and casting directors.
•Never Pay to Audition: Reputable casting calls do not require payment to apply or audition.
Adhering to COVID-19 Protocols
•Stay Updated: Be aware of any health guidelines or requirements.
•Follow Instructions: Comply with any safety measures outlined in the casting call.
Conclusion
New York City is a land of endless possibilities for actors, and Project Casting serves as a valuable tool to unlock these opportunities. By providing a centralized platform for casting calls and auditions, it simplifies the search process and connects talent with the projects that suit them best. Whether you’re dreaming of gracing the Broadway stage, starring in a film, or appearing in a commercial, Project Casting can help you navigate the vibrant NYC entertainment landscape.
Take the Next Step
•Visit Project Casting Today: Start exploring casting calls in New York City at Project Casting.
•Create Your Profile: Set up a compelling profile to catch the eye of casting directors.
•Stay Persistent: The road to success requires dedication, so keep honing your craft and applying to opportunities.
Embark on your acting journey in the city that never sleeps, and let Project Casting be your guide to the spotlight.


