New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

$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.

Skilled Female Dancers for Grammy Award-Winning Artist Music Video in NYC

Job Description

A music video featuring a Grammy Award-winning artist is casting skilled Black female-presenting dancers ages 21–35 in New York City. The production is seeking confident, stylish, and expressive performers with strong dance abilities and a unique on-camera presence. Directed by C Prinz, with choreography by Robbie Blue, this SAG-AFTRA music video will celebrate individuality and showcase different expressions of the queer community. Selected dancers will perform professional choreography and participate in a required rehearsal.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform professional choreography for a music video featuring a Grammy Award-winning artist.
• Collaborate with the choreographer and production team to execute dance sequences.
• Learn and adapt to choreography quickly during rehearsals and filming.
• Bring confidence, personality, and strong performance energy to the camera.
• Participate in a required dance rehearsal before filming.

Requirements

• Black female-presenting dancers ages 21–35.
• Must be local to New York City and available to work as a local hire.
• Strong dance skills and proficiency in learning professional choreography.
• Confident, stylish, expressive, and comfortable performing on camera.
• Ability to bring a unique personality and strong stage presence to the performance.
• Must be comfortable working on a SAG-AFTRA music video production.
• Both union and select non-union performers may be considered.

Compensation

• $1,500 total compensation.

Netflix’s ‘The Retrievals’ Casting Call for Female Photo Double

Netflix’s series “The Retrievals” is seeking a female photo double for an upcoming television production filming in White Plains, New York. Casting is looking for a white female with a slender build, approximately 5’4″ tall, who can closely match the physical appearance of the character being doubled. This SAG-AFTRA-covered opportunity is open to local talent in the New York City Tri-State area, with tentative filming dates of October 19, October 27, and November 2, along with potential additional filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a character in Netflix’s “The Retrievals” series.
• Match the physical appearance and body proportions required for the role.
• Participate in designated scenes and shots as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions from the director, camera crew, and production staff.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available for potential additional filming dates as production schedules are finalized.

Requirements

• White female talent, ages 20–50.
• Must be approximately 5’4″ tall.
• Must have a slender build.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must reside locally in the New York City Tri-State area.
• Must be available to film in White Plains, New York.
• Must have potential availability for October 19, October 27, November 2, and additional dates to be determined.
• Must be comfortable working as a photo double on a professional television production.

Compensation

• Pay rate: $270 for 8 hours of work.
• Role is covered under a SAG-AFTRA agreement.

Retail Client Holiday Event – Promotional Model

A major retail brand is seeking friendly, energetic, and professional promotional models and brand ambassadors for an upcoming holiday event in New York City. Selected talent will help create a welcoming and engaging experience for attendees by assisting with guest check-ins, line management, interactive holiday activations, and gift bag distribution. This event will take place on October 28 and 29 in New York, NY 10003, with multiple shifts available. This opportunity is ideal for outgoing individuals who enjoy interacting with people and representing retail brands at live events.

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome attendees and create a positive first impression at the holiday event.
• Assist with guest check-ins, registration flow, and line management.
• Support interactive event stations, including embroidery activations and color matching experiences.
• Help organize and distribute gift bags to event attendees.
• Engage with guests in a friendly, enthusiastic, and professional manner.
• Assist event staff with product handling, setup, and general event operations as needed.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming, and efficient event environment.
• Follow instructions from event coordinators and represent the retail brand professionally.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be friendly, personable, engaging, and well-spoken.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Must be comfortable interacting with guests in a busy retail event environment.
• Must be physically capable of lifting product boxes weighing 20–30 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and remain mobile for extended periods.
• Must be comfortable undergoing a background screening.
• Must be able to work locally in New York City.
• Must be available for at least one of the following event shifts: Wednesday, October 28: 3:30 PM–10:00 PM or 3:30 PM–7:30 PM; Thursday, October 29: 12:30 PM–6:30 PM or 9:00 AM–1:00 PM.

Compensation

• Pay rate: $35 per hour.
• Up to $30 flat reimbursement for parking, public transportation, or rideshare expenses with a valid receipt.

Web Hosting Client – Promotional Model

A web hosting brand is seeking outgoing, energetic, and personable promotional models for an outdoor publicity event in New York City. Selected talent will serve as live brand ambassadors, walking through various NYC locations, interacting with the public, and generating excitement and awareness for the brand. This opportunity involves wearing provided promotional attire and large temporary tattoos as part of a high-visibility marketing activation. The event takes place on Thursday, October 22, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, in New York, NY 10005.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent a web hosting brand during an outdoor promotional activation in New York City.
• Walk through designated NYC locations while serving as live brand advertising.
• Engage with pedestrians and create positive interactions that generate brand awareness.
• Wear provided promotional attire and temporary tattoos throughout the activation.
• Maintain an enthusiastic, approachable, and professional attitude.
• Remain standing and mobile for extended periods during the event.
• Follow event staff instructions and participate in publicity activities as directed.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be friendly, personable, engaging, and well-spoken.
• Must be comfortable interacting with the public in busy outdoor environments.
• Must be comfortable wearing large temporary tattoos on the arms, legs, chest, and back.
• Must be willing to sign a publicity release and undergo background screening.
• Must be comfortable walking outdoors in the designated uniform without a jacket.
• Male models must be comfortable appearing shirtless during the activation, with provided silver jackets and silver shorts.
• Male models must have their own black military-style boots, combat boots, or black sneakers.
• Must be physically capable of walking and standing for extended periods.
• Must be available Thursday, October 22, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
• Must be able to work locally in New York City.

Compensation

• Pay rate not specified.

Dwayne Johnson’s ‘Lizard Music’ Casting Call for Child Actors

A major motion picture, “Lizard Music,” directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson, is seeking boys ages 6–15 for featured background roles in New York City. Set in 1965, this Amazon MGM Studios production is looking for young performers who can authentically portray children from the era. Selected talent will participate in one day of filming and one wardrobe fitting for this period-set feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured background talent in the feature film “Lizard Music.”
• Portray a young boy living in 1965 with an authentic period-appropriate appearance.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in one scheduled wardrobe fitting.
• Maintain professionalism and cooperate with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Boys ages 6–15.
• Must be able to portray a child from the 1965 period authentically.
• Must be available for one day of filming and one wardrobe fitting.
• Must be able to work locally in New York City.
• Must have a valid New York child performer work permit if selected.
• Both SAG-AFTRA and nonunion performers may be considered.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional film set under production supervision.

Compensation

• Pay rate not specified.
• Selected child performers will receive a SAG voucher if they are not already SAG members.

“KIng Street” Casting Call for Hot Club Members

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union men and women to portray sexy club goers in their 20s and 30s on the TV series King Street. Filming is Monday, October 12, in Manhattan, New York, with interior filming and sexy club attire required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray club goers in background scenes.
• Wear sexy club attire as required.
• Work around atmospheric and cigar smoke.

Requirements

• Non-union men and women.
• Ages 20s-30s.
• Hot, stylish club-ready look.
• Must be comfortable working around atmospheric and cigar smoke.
• Must be available in Manhattan on October 12.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified

“King Street” Casting Call for Albanian Mafia Members

Waldron Casting is seeking scary and tough-looking men to portray Albanian mobsters in non-speaking background work on the TV series King Street. Filming takes place in Manhattan, New York, across interiors and exteriors. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union men may apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Albanian mobsters in non-speaking background scenes.
• Hold prop guns as directed.
• Work around atmospheric and cigar smoke.

Requirements

• Men.
• Tough, intimidating, authentic mobster look.
• Must be comfortable working around atmospheric and cigar smoke.
• Must be comfortable holding prop guns.
• SAG-AFTRA or non-union.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified