New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

StreetEasy Commercial Casting Call for Actors and Real Couples in New York City

Job Description

An upcoming StreetEasy commercial production is seeking non-union actors, models, and real couples for a lifestyle advertising campaign filming in New York City. The casting team is looking for authentic New Yorkers with distinctive appearances, strong personalities, and a natural sense of style. Roles include real couples, new parents, creative professionals, sophisticated older women, and blue-collar workers. This exciting commercial casting opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring personality, confidence, and authenticity to a campaign celebrating New York City life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a professional lifestyle commercial for StreetEasy.

• Deliver natural, authentic, and engaging on-camera performances.

• Showcase personal style, personality, and realistic New York City experiences.

• Follow creative direction from the commercial director and production team.

• Participate in wardrobe fittings and other required production preparations.

• Collaborate with fellow actors, models, and production crew members.

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

• Participate in commercial photography and video production as required.

Requirements

• Open to non-union actors, models, and real couples.

• Must be available to work in New York City.

• Must have a distinctive appearance, natural confidence, and strong on-camera presence.

• Comfortable following creative direction and participating in commercial filming.

• Must fit one of the following casting roles:

• The Real Couple (30s): A real couple in their mid-30s with an authentic New Yorker personality, a strong sense of style, striking appearances, and interesting features.

• The New Father (30s): Male talent in their mid-30s with a genuine New Yorker vibe, stylish appearance, and distinctive features.

• The New Mother (30s): Female talent in their mid-30s with a strong sense of style, striking features, and an authentic New York City presence.

• The Brooklyn Creative (20s): Talent in their late 20s with an artistic, curated sense of style, unusual features, and a creative New Yorker personality.

• The Uptowner (60s–70s): Female talent with a graceful, confident, sophisticated, warm, and eclectic personality. A distinctive fashion sense inspired by Diane von Furstenberg is ideal.

• Window Washer (40s–50s): Male talent with a hardworking, blue-collar appearance, interesting features, and natural confidence.

• Must be comfortable with the commercial’s advertising usage terms, including digital, social media, outdoor advertising, and promotional materials.

• Must be willing to participate in the required wardrobe fitting.

• Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable working with a commercial production team.

Compensation

• Session Fee: $500 + 20% agency fee, if applicable.

• Fitting Fee: $150 + 20% agency fee, if applicable.

• Buyout Fee: $4,500 + 20% agency fee, if applicable.

• Option Renewal: $4,950 (includes a 10% rate increase) + 20% agency fee, if applicable.

• Total Initial Compensation: $5,150, including session, fitting, and buyout fees, excluding applicable agency fees.

• Total Potential Compensation: $10,100, including initial compensation and option renewal, if exercised, excluding applicable agency fees.

CBS TV Series ‘CIA’ Casting Call for Hispanic Twins

Central Casting is looking for 2-4 year old twin boys who can portray Latinx/Hispanic boys as paid background actors for the CBS series CIA, filming Thursday, October 22 in Long Island, New York. Single kid submissions are also accepted.

Responsibilities:

• Work as paid background actors on the CBS series CIA.
• Be available Thursday, October 22, in Long Island, New York.

Requirements:

• Must be twin boys ages 2-4 who can portray Latinx/Hispanic boys; single kids also accepted.
• Submit the child’s name, current photo, sizes, and date of birth with the subject line “CIA TWINS.”

Compensation:

• Paid; specific rates were not provided.

Paramount+ “912” Casting Call for First Responders

Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking people to portray male first responders at a disaster site for the Paramount+ series “912.” A tentative fitting runs October 20-23 in Brooklyn, New York, with tentative matching shoot dates of October 26, 27, 29, and November 2, 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Portray a male first responder at a disaster site in the series “912.”
• Attend a tentative fitting in Brooklyn, New York, October 20-23.
• Be available for the matching shoot dates in late October and early November.

Requirements:

• The role may require coverage of artificial dust and ash on the body and face.
• A makeup bump is added only if makeup is applied.

Compensation:

• Fitting: $46.75 for 2.5 hours. Shoot: $187 for 10 hours, plus a makeup bump if makeup is applied.

Birdie New York Makeup Show Casting Call for Beauty Models – New York City

Job Description

Birdie New York is seeking five or more beauty models for a live makeup demonstration at The Makeup Show NYC in New York City. This exciting beauty modeling opportunity welcomes individuals of all skin tones and facial features, with a particular interest in models with deep skin tones, fair skin, and vitiligo. Selected models will participate in professional makeup demonstrations, helping showcase beauty techniques and products in a live event setting. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring and experienced beauty models interested in working with makeup artists, gaining exposure in the beauty industry, and participating in a professional cosmetics event.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a beauty model in a live makeup demonstration at The Makeup Show NYC.

• Work with professional makeup artists during makeup application and demonstrations.

• Showcase different makeup looks, techniques, and beauty products.

• Remain comfortable and composed while receiving makeup applications in front of an audience.

• Follow instructions from makeup artists and event organizers.

• Maintain a professional and confident presence throughout the demonstration.

• Collaborate with the beauty team to help highlight makeup techniques for different skin tones and features.

• Represent the brand professionally during the live beauty event.

Requirements

• Seeking five or more beauty models.

• Must be 18 years old or older.

• Open to all skin tones and facial features.

• Models with deep skin tones are especially encouraged to apply.

• Models with fair skin are especially encouraged to apply.

• Models with vitiligo are especially encouraged to apply.

• Must be comfortable receiving professional makeup applications.

• Comfortable participating in live beauty demonstrations in front of an audience.

• Must be available to attend The Makeup Show NYC in New York City.

• Ability to follow directions from makeup artists and event organizers.

• Professional attitude, reliability, and strong communication skills.

• Previous beauty modeling or makeup demonstration experience is an advantage but not required.

Compensation

– Compensation details have not been specified.

“Rooted & Rising” Fashion Showcase Model Casting Call – Bronx, New York

Job Description

Living Legacies NYC is seeking confident and passionate models for its upcoming “Rooted & Rising” fashion showcase in Bronx, New York. This exciting fashion modeling opportunity celebrates culture, individuality, and personal expression through runway fashion. Selected models will have the opportunity to collaborate with a fashion designer and participate in a showcase that highlights creativity, confidence, and cultural identity. This open model casting call welcomes individuals ready to demonstrate their runway presence and become part of a meaningful fashion experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway and showcase designer collections during the “Rooted & Rising” fashion event.

• Collaborate with fashion designers and event organizers to bring creative concepts to life.

• Demonstrate confidence, professionalism, and strong runway presentation skills.

• Represent the event’s celebration of culture, individuality, and self-expression.

• Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and other preparation activities as required.

• Follow directions from runway coordinators and the fashion production team.

• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the casting and fashion showcase.

Requirements

• Open to aspiring and experienced fashion models.

• Must be confident and comfortable walking on a runway.

• Strong interest in fashion, modeling, and cultural storytelling.

• Ability to express personality and individuality through runway presentation.

• Must be available to participate in the fashion showcase in Bronx, New York.

• Must be willing to collaborate with designers and event organizers.

• Professional attitude, reliability, and strong communication skills.

• Previous runway modeling experience is an advantage but not required.

Compensation

– Compensation details have not been specified.

“King Street” TV Series Casting Call for Jazz Musicians – Manhattan, New York

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking talented jazz musicians for paid, non-speaking background roles in the hit television series “King Street,” filming in Manhattan, New York. This exciting TV casting opportunity is open to musicians who own and can bring a trumpet, tuba, or trombone. Selected performers will portray jazz musicians in background scenes, miming their performances to prerecorded music rather than playing live. This opportunity is ideal for experienced jazz musicians interested in television production and on-camera entertainment work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional jazz musician in background scenes for the television series “King Street.”

• Mime playing a trumpet, tuba, or trombone in synchronization with prerecorded music.

• Bring your own musical instrument to the filming location.

• Follow instructions from the director and production team during filming.

• Maintain realistic instrument handling and performance movements on camera.

• Collaborate with fellow background performers to create authentic jazz performance scenes.

• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must be an experienced jazz musician with knowledge of trumpet, tuba, or trombone performance.

• Must own and bring one of the required musical instruments.

• Comfortable miming musical performances to prerecorded playback.

• Must be available to work in Manhattan, New York.

• Ability to follow directions and maintain consistency during filming.

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking background performer.

• Previous television or film background acting experience is an advantage but not required.

Compensation

• Special Ability SAG Rate: $224 per 8 hours.

• Paid non-speaking background opportunity.

Popular Fashion Brand UGC Casting Call for Models and Content Creators in New York City

Job Description

A popular fashion brand is seeking models and content creators for an upcoming paid user-generated content (UGC) shoot in New York City. This exciting fashion casting opportunity will take place in the SoHo and Lower East Side neighborhoods of Manhattan. Casting directors are looking for individuals ages 30–45 who can bring confidence, personality, and a natural on-camera presence to a fashion-focused content campaign. This opportunity is ideal for experienced models, lifestyle content creators, and aspiring talent interested in collaborating with a well-known fashion brand and expanding their professional portfolios.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a UGC content shoot for a popular fashion brand.
• Model fashion products and showcase outfits naturally on camera.
• Create authentic and engaging visual content suitable for fashion marketing and social media campaigns.
• Follow creative direction from the production team and brand representatives.
• Demonstrate confidence, personality, and natural expressions during filming.
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and other creative professionals on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Models and content creators ages 30–45.
• Must be available to work in the SoHo or Lower East Side areas of New York City.
• Comfortable appearing on camera for fashion and lifestyle content.
• Strong personal style, confidence, and natural on-camera presence.
• Ability to follow creative direction and work collaboratively with the production team.
• Interest in fashion modeling, lifestyle content creation, and UGC campaigns.
• Previous modeling or content creation experience is a plus.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; specific compensation rates have not been disclosed.

$3,000 Kids Training Pants Photo Campaign Casting Call

A kids training pants photo campaign is casting boys and girls in Brooklyn, New York, who wear size 3T or 4T. Children should be outgoing, comfortable on camera, and comfortable wearing a pull-up style product on camera. Each child must be cast with a real parent, who must also be available to appear in the photo content. The shoot will take place for one day between October 26 and November 6, with the exact date to be confirmed.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in a kids training pants photo campaign.
• Wear a pull-up style product on camera.
• Appear in photo content with a real parent.
• Be available for one shoot day between October 26 and November 6.

Requirements:

• Seeking boys and girls who wear size 3T or 4T.
• Must be outgoing and comfortable on camera.
• Must be comfortable wearing a pull-up style product on camera.
• Must be cast with a real parent.
• One real parent must be available to appear in the photo content.
• Must be a local hire in Brooklyn, New York.
• No travel is paid.

Compensation:

• Child session rate: $500.
• Child usage buyout: $2,500.
• Additional $1,000 usage fee per parent recognizable in the final imagery.
• All rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.

Netflix’s ‘The Four Seasons’ Casting Call for Background Actors in New York

Job Description

A hit Netflix series, “The Four Seasons,” is seeking local background actors in Beacon and Newburgh, New York, for upcoming filming. This exciting casting opportunity welcomes individuals of all ages, genders, and ethnicities to appear in interior and exterior scenes. Whether you’re an aspiring actor or looking to gain experience working on a professional television production, this is a great opportunity to be part of a popular Netflix show.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in various interior and exterior scenes for the Netflix series.
• Follow directions from the production team and assistant directors during filming.
• Maintain professionalism and cooperate with cast and crew on set.
• Be available for scheduled filming and potential additional production days.
• Help create realistic environments that support the show’s storyline.

Requirements

• Open to individuals of all ages, genders, and ethnicities.
• Must be local to the Beacon or Newburgh, New York, areas.
• Must have flexible availability for filming.
• Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor filming environments.
• Ability to follow production instructions and work well with others.
• Previous background acting experience is not specified as required.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity; specific rates will be discussed.

New York City Casting Call for Basketball Players

Full Stop Productions is seeking experienced local character performers with strong basketball skills for a paid opportunity in New York City. The casting is looking for energetic performers with previous performance experience who meet the specified costume fit requirements. The opportunity will take place on October 24, 2026, in New York, New York.

Responsibilities:

• Perform as a character performer for the production.
• Demonstrate strong basketball skills as required for the role.
• Bring energy and performance experience to the production.
• Be available in New York City on October 24, 2026.

Requirements:

• Must be an experienced local character performer.
• Must have strong basketball skills.
• Must be between 5’8″ and 6’0″ in height.
• Must have a lean and athletic build.
• Must have performance experience.

Compensation:

• Compensation details were not provided.