New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Male Performer for Batteries Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in New York City is seeking a male performer with a warm, relatable, and grounded on-camera presence. The production is looking for a comedic actor with excellent deadpan timing who can deliver a natural, character-driven performance without feeling overly polished or model-like. All ethnicities and body types are encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a professional commercial production.
• Deliver natural comedic moments with strong deadpan timing.
• Bring a warm, relatable, and character-driven presence to the role.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate professionally throughout filming and fitting.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 28–42.
• Open to all ethnicities and body types.
• Strong comedic performance skills and deadpan timing.
• Grounded acting instincts.
• Warm, likable, and relatable on-camera presence.
• Must be available to work in New York City.

Compensation

• Session rate: $500.
• Buyout: $2,275 if talent appears in the final cut.
• 15% agency commission.

Adrian Supporting Role for Non-Union Short Film

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “Pussycat” is seeking an Afro-Latino male actor to portray Adrian, a supporting character described as Amara’s boyfriend. Adrian is country, slightly nervous, and has a distinctive personal style. The entire film is shot from a cat’s point of view, so the selected actor must be comfortable working with animals and performing naturally at cat-eye level. Filming will take place in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Adrian in a supporting role for the short film.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Perform comfortably around animals.
• Adapt performances and positioning to the film’s cat point-of-view perspective.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 40–59.
• Afro-Latino.
• Comfortable working with animals.
• Able to perform naturally at cat-eye height.
• Must be available to work in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, New York.

Compensation

• $50.

Job Description
A New York City production is seeking a street MC and background actors for a holiday scene. The street MC is a high-energy, New York–style Santa character who wears streetwear and an over-the-top holiday sweater while collecting donations for children. Background actors will appear as pedestrians and shoppers. Faces will be visible on camera in both roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Street MC: Engage the crowd and portray the donation-collecting holiday character.
• Background actors: Act as pedestrians or shoppers in a New York City scene.
• Work one shoot day and follow on-set direction.

Requirements

• Provide your own transportation.
• Background applicants must be adults and available for a daytime shoot.
• Send a DM with your full name, email address, phone number, and the role you want.

Compensation

• Street MC: $450 for 12 hours; fitting details to be determined if needed.
• Background actors: $250 for 10 hours; no fitting.

Footage may be used online, in digital and video advertising, and on in-venue retail signage for one year from first use.

Eclectic House Party Types for Netflix Feature Film

Job Description

A Netflix feature film is seeking SAG-AFTRA talent to portray eclectic house party guests for a scene filming in Oyster Bay, New York. The production is looking for performers in their 20s to 40s with memorable faces, creative style, and an authentic artistic energy. Real couples are also strongly encouraged to participate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an eclectic guest at a lively house party.
• Perform naturally in non-speaking background scenes.
• Bring an interesting, stylish, and artistic presence to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team while filming.
• Maintain professional behavior throughout the production.

Requirements

• Ages 20–49.
• SAG-AFTRA talent.
• Seeking great looks and interesting faces.
• Eclectic, artistic, and stylish types encouraged.
• Real couples are encouraged to participate.
• Must be able to work in Oyster Bay, New York.
• Must be comfortable working in a house party scene.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $231/8.
• Transportation from New York City provided.

New York Knicks Superfans for Paid Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is seeking real New York Knicks superfans from across New York City. The production is looking for authentic New Yorkers with genuine Knicks passion and real-life stories. Featured talent may include firefighters, nurses, community kitchen workers, young basketball players, wheelchair basketball players, and dedicated Knicks fans from all walks of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial celebrating New York Knicks fandom.
• Share authentic enthusiasm and personal connection to the Knicks.
• Participate naturally in filmed scenes and activities.
• Follow production direction throughout the commercial shoot.
• Bring genuine New York personality, energy, and basketball passion to the project.

Requirements

• Must be a genuine New York Knicks superfan.
• Must be based in New York City.
• Seeking NYC firefighters.
• Seeking nurses.
• Seeking community kitchen workers.
• Seeking basketball underdogs ages 13–16.
• Seeking wheelchair basketball players.
• Open to Knicks superfans from all walks of life.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation

• Session rate: $750/10 hours.
• Usage buyout: $3,500 if featured or recognizable in the final edit.

Kids Print Models Ages 0–16

Job Description

A children’s talent agency is seeking new faces for upcoming print modeling projects. This kids modeling opportunity is open to unrepresented children ages 0–16 who are interested in working on print campaigns and other professional modeling opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in print modeling projects when selected.
• Work professionally with photographers, clients, and creative teams.
• Follow age-appropriate direction during photoshoots.
• Model naturally and confidently in front of the camera.
• Participate in future print opportunities based on project needs.

Requirements

• Children ages 0–16.
• Must currently be unrepresented.
• Comfortable participating in professional print modeling projects.
• Parent or guardian involvement required for minors.
• No previous modeling experience specified.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed for individual projects.

Hosts and Interviewers for Global Culture Show

Job Description

A new original global culture show is seeking dynamic hosts and interviewers in the New York City area. The production will cover music, fashion, film, sports, and conversations shaping global culture. This opportunity is ideal for curious, confident personalities who can lead authentic conversations, ask engaging questions, and build a strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Host and conduct interviews for a global culture-focused show.
• Lead engaging conversations with guests and featured personalities.
• Cover topics including music, fashion, film, sports, and culture.
• Ask thoughtful and compelling interview questions.
• Build a confident and authentic on-camera presence.
• Collaborate with producers and the creative team on show content.
• Represent the program professionally during interviews and other production activities.

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be a legal U.S. resident.
• Must live in the New York metropolitan area.
• Strong communication and interviewing skills.
• Confident and engaging personality.
• Comfortable appearing and speaking on camera.
• Genuine interest in music, fashion, film, sports, and global culture.
• Curious, conversational, and able to connect naturally with others.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Content Assistant for Social Media and Photoshoots

Job Description

A New York City-based content creator is hiring a part-time Content Assistant for a flexible remote and hybrid position. This paid opportunity is ideal for a student or aspiring videographer, editor, photographer, or content creator looking to gain hands-on experience producing social media content and assisting with creative shoots.

Job Responsibilities

• Film TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other short-form social media content.
• Edit short-form videos for digital platforms.
• Capture behind-the-scenes content during creative projects.
• Assist with photoshoots and on-set production needs.
• Contribute fresh and creative content ideas.
• Collaborate on social media and visual content projects.

Requirements

• Based in New York City is a strong plus.
• Available for approximately 10–15 hours per week.
• Comfortable working in a flexible remote and hybrid environment.
• Interest in videography, editing, photography, or content creation.
• Creative and willing to contribute new ideas.
• Previous content creation or production experience is a plus.
• Students and aspiring creatives are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Paid part-time opportunity.
• 10–15 hours per week.
• Compensation rate will be discussed with selected candidates.

Kids Acting Coach/Teacher

Job Description

A children’s performing arts school in Gowanus, Brooklyn, is hiring a kids acting coach and teacher to lead private lessons, high school audition coaching, and weekly children’s classes. The role also includes opportunities to substitute for classes at the school’s children’s dance theater. This position is ideal for an experienced acting educator who enjoys helping young performers develop confidence, creativity, and audition skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach private acting lessons for children and teens.
• Lead weekly kids acting classes.
• Provide high school audition coaching and preparation.
• Help young performers develop acting, performance, and audition skills.
• Substitute for children’s performing arts classes when needed.
• Create a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Coordinate teaching availability with students and the school.

Requirements

• Experience teaching or coaching acting for children and teens.
• Strong acting, communication, and instructional skills.
• Comfortable providing individual and group instruction.
• Ability to prepare students for high school auditions.
• Must have weekday evening and/or weekend availability.
• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York.

Compensation

• $40–$65 per hour.

Female Background Actors for “Women Like Us” House Party Scenes

Job Description

The feature film “Women Like Us” is seeking confident, glamorous women for paid, non-speaking background roles in Oyster Bay, New York. Performers will portray house party guests who have had a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). Transportation from New York City is provided.

The scenes involve revealing wardrobe and lying in a bed with multiple people in a scene depicting the aftermath of sexual activity. No nudity is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a house party guest in feature film background scenes.
• Follow production direction and maintain continuity between takes.
• Participate in the described bed scene while wearing revealing attire.

Requirements

• Women with a confident, glamorous appearance suited to portraying characters with a BBL look.
• Be comfortable wearing scanty or revealing wardrobe without nudity.
• Be comfortable lying in bed with multiple people in a post-coital scene.
• Be available for both scheduled filming days in Oyster Bay.
• Follow the submission instructions in the original casting notice.
• Actual BBL surgery is not explicitly required in the provided post.

Compensation

• Paid background work; the rate is not specified.
• Transportation from New York City is provided.