New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Street Photographers & Models for Fashion Merchandise Brand

Job Description

An emerging fashion merchandise brand is seeking creative street photographers and models for upcoming campaigns in New York City and Los Angeles. This opportunity is designed for individuals who understand streetwear culture and can bring authentic style, movement, and personality to fashion-focused content. The brand is looking for talented creatives whose work reflects originality, aesthetics, and a strong connection to modern street culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in fashion brand photo shoots and promotional campaigns
• Create or model authentic streetwear-inspired content
• Collaborate with the creative team to capture compelling visual storytelling
• Showcase strong character, style, and movement during shoots
• Contribute to content that reflects contemporary streetwear culture

Requirements

• Street photographers based in New York City or Los Angeles
• Models based in New York City or Los Angeles
• Strong understanding of streetwear fashion and culture
• Creative portfolio demonstrating relevant experience
• Ability to collaborate in a professional production environment
• Strong eye for aesthetics, composition, and visual storytelling
• Passion for fashion, creativity, and culture

Compensation

• Paid opportunities available for selected talent
• Work with an emerging fashion merchandise brand
• Build professional portfolio experience
• Collaborate with a creative team on fashion-focused project

Job Description

A large-scale private influencer event for an oat milk brand is seeking one additional mature talent to help bring the campaign’s creative vision to life. The event is designed to fully immerse guests in the brand’s world and will feature talent with authentic personalities and distinctive style.

Casting directors are looking for individuals with a cool, character-driven presence who embody real-person energy and natural charisma.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as featured talent at a private experiential marketing event.
• Interact naturally within the event environment.
• Represent the brand’s creative identity and aesthetic.
• Follow direction from the event production team.
• Maintain a professional and engaging presence throughout the event.

Requirements

• Age 60 and older.
• Cool, interesting, character-driven appearance.
• Authentic personality and natural on-camera or in-person presence.
• Stylish without appearing overly polished or commercial.
• Unique look and strong personal character.
• Diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.
• Prior event, modeling, acting, or promotional experience is a plus.

Compensation Details

• $33 per hour.
• Estimated 7–8 hour event shift.

Job Description

A beverage brand is seeking outgoing Mandarin-speaking promotional team members for a sampling campaign promoting a new lemon tea beverage. This public-facing marketing activation will involve distributing samples, engaging with consumers, and helping create a positive and energetic brand experience at community events throughout New York City.

The ideal candidates are friendly, reliable, and comfortable interacting with large groups of people in busy outdoor environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Distribute beverage samples to event attendees.
• Engage with the public and answer basic questions about the product.
• Create a welcoming and energetic atmosphere at promotional events.
• Assist with brand awareness and consumer engagement activities.
• Carry beverages, coolers, and promotional materials when necessary.
• Remain active and on your feet throughout scheduled shifts.

Requirements

• Must speak Mandarin fluently.
• Outgoing and comfortable speaking with the public.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Flexible schedule with availability for event dates.
• Comfortable working outdoors during summer weather.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working full six-hour shifts and occasional longer event shifts.

Compensation Details

• $36 per hour.
• Standard shifts approximately 6 hours.
• Certain large-scale events may require 8–12 hour shifts.

Actors for Credit Karma Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is casting multiple principal roles for an upcoming Credit Karma campaign filming in the New York City area. Casting directors are seeking charismatic, relatable, and confident performers who can bring distinct personalities to a modern commercial project. This paid opportunity offers worldwide digital and new media usage and is open to talent of all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a commercial campaign
• Perform scripted and improvised scenes as directed
• Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if requested
• Collaborate with the creative team and production staff
• Deliver authentic and engaging performances on camera

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Must fit one of the following roles:
  • Credit Karma User: Female, ages 25–35, comedic personality with a relatable and friendly presence
  • Bill Negotiator: Female, ages 45–55, stylish and confident executive-type personality
  • Security/Bodyguard: Male, ages 35–45, strong physical presence with approachable professionalism
  • Credit Karma Plus Expert/Personal Assistant: Male, ages 25–35, charismatic, detail-oriented, stylish, and confident
• Open to all ethnicities
• Professional headshot, resume, and demo reel preferred
• Comfortable submitting a self-tape audition if selected

Compensation

• Session rate: $600 per day
• Usage fee: $840
• Total compensation: $1,440 per selected talent
• Worldwide digital and new media usage

Background Actors for Holiday Feature Film

Job Description

A holiday feature film is now casting background actors and specialty performers for an upcoming production. This paid opportunity is open to men, women, and children of various ages and backgrounds. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of talent to help bring a festive small-town story to life, including families, business professionals, church youth, performers, and real estate professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in feature film scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Help create realistic community, business, and holiday environments
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
• Be available for scheduled filming dates as assigned

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Small Town Locals & Families (ages 18–70s)
  • Upscale Real Estate Workers (ages 18–60)
  • Church Youth Group (ages 10–15)
  • Business Executives (ages 20–60)
  • Special Background Performers including pianists and singers (ages 20–60)
  • Real Estate Buyers (ages 20–60)
• Children under 18 must have appropriate work permits where required
• Recent headshot or current photo preferred
• Must be available for filming in the Buffalo/Lewiston area

Compensation

• Union performers: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-union background actors: $187 for 10 hours
• Paid feature film opportunity

Male & Female Models With Textured Hair for Lifestyle Product Campaign

Job Description

A leading hair care brand is seeking male and female models with textured hair for an upcoming lifestyle and product campaign in New York City. This casting call is focused on real people with authentic style, natural texture, and strong on-camera presence. Talent of all ethnicities, genders, and looks are encouraged to apply for this exciting commercial modeling opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional lifestyle and product campaign photo and video shoot
• Showcase natural hair texture and personal style on camera
• Follow direction from photographers, stylists, and the creative team
• Represent the brand in marketing and promotional content
• Help create authentic, engaging visual content for the campaign

Requirements

• Male and female models
• Open to all ethnicities, genders, and appearances
• Must have textured hair
• Natural hair texture must be visible
• Strong on-camera presence preferred
• Must be based in the NYC or New Jersey area
• Available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity
• Feature in a professional hair care campaign
• Portfolio-building and brand exposure opportunities
• Work with a recognized hair care brand and creative team

Lifestyle & Beauty Model for Bath Product Campaign

Job Description

A beauty and wellness brand is seeking a model for an upcoming photo and video shoot in New York City. This paid, non-union opportunity will feature lifestyle and beauty content showcasing luxury bath products across social media, website, and marketing campaigns. The production is looking for talent who can naturally convey relaxation, self-care, and an elevated lifestyle experience on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day lifestyle and beauty photo and video shoot
• Model while using and interacting with bath and wellness products
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Help create engaging content for social media, website, and marketing materials
• Portray a natural, relaxed, and luxurious self-care experience on camera

Requirements

• Comfortable appearing in lifestyle and beauty content
• Confident modeling with bath and wellness products
• Professional attitude and ability to take direction
• Available for a one-day shoot in New York City
• No nudity required
• No full-body shots required
• Non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity
• One-day production commitment
• Featured in brand marketing, website, and social media content
• Professional beauty and lifestyle campaign experience

Independent Short Film Casting Multiple Roles

Job Description

An upcoming independent short film is seeking talented individuals for multiple on-screen roles. Filming will take place in Brooklyn this summer, offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring actors and performers to gain on-camera experience. The production team is looking for authentic personalities who can improvise naturally and feel comfortable in front of the camera. No prior acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in assigned roles for an independent short film production
• Participate in on-camera scenes and follow creative direction from the production team
• Improvise naturally when required to enhance scene authenticity
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming
• Attend scheduled filming dates and arrive prepared for production

Requirements

• Open to all genders and backgrounds
• Ages 18–22
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong communication and improvisation skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate in a creative environment
• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

• Opportunity to gain experience in an independent film production
• Work with an accomplished creative team
• Valuable on-camera exposure and portfolio-building experience
• Compensation details will be provided to selected candidates

Paid Speaking Roles for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A commercial campaign is now casting NYC-based non-union actors for multiple paid speaking roles. Producers are seeking talented performers who can bring authenticity and personality to a series of commercial spots. This is an excellent opportunity for actors looking to secure commercial work with strong compensation and worldwide usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform speaking roles in a commercial production
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally and confidently
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if requested
• Maintain professionalism throughout the casting and filming process

Requirements

• Must be a non-union actor
• Based in New York City
• Strong on-camera performance skills
• Comfortable submitting a self-tape audition
• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction
• Available for commercial production scheduling

Compensation

• $600 day rate
• $840 usage fee
• Total compensation: $1,440 per selected talent
• Worldwide commercial usage
• Professional commercial production experience

Canalside Photoshoot Advertisement Talent

Job Description

A regional advertising campaign is now casting non-union talent for a Canalside photoshoot in Buffalo. Producers are seeking men and women of all ethnicities to appear in lifestyle-focused promotional photography showcasing outdoor recreation and community activities. Selected talent will be photographed enjoying activities such as walking along the boardwalk, biking, and spending time near the water.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional advertising photoshoot
• Portray authentic community members enjoying outdoor activities
• Follow direction from photographers and creative teams
• Engage naturally in lifestyle and recreational scenes
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities
• Men and women encouraged to apply
• Seeking talent across multiple age groups
• Comfortable being photographed in outdoor settings
• Available for both potential shoot dates
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $150 for an estimated half-day shoot
• Professional advertising campaign experience
• Opportunity to appear in regional marketing materials
• Usage includes online, social media, and local promotional content