New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A production is seeking actors and models in their 20s–30s for a rush casting opportunity in the NYC area. Roles include three male actors, one female runner model, and two female actor/models. Talent should be comfortable on camera, able to take direction, and prepared for a professional shoot environment. Some roles may include lines. This is a paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as on-camera talent for a filmed production in the NYC area.

• Take direction from the director/production team throughout the shoot.

• For select roles, deliver short scripted lines if needed.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and camera-ready for the call time.

Requirements

• Seeking talent in their 20s–30s.

• Roles needed: 3 male actors, 1 female runner model, 2 female actor/models.

• Open to all looks.

• Must be comfortable on camera; some roles may require speaking lines.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

Compensation
$250 for 6 hours. Paid at wrap.

Job Description

A production is seeking one dark skin model for an upcoming photoshoot in the NYC area. This is a paid, in-person opportunity for talent who is comfortable on camera, able to take direction, and ready to work in a professional photoshoot environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Model on camera for a professional photoshoot.

• Follow direction from the photographer/creative team.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and camera-ready.

• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking a dark skin model (1 person).

• Must be comfortable modeling for a photoshoot and taking creative direction.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

• Must be able to work locally in New York City (in-person).

Compensation
$250 flat rate for a 6-hour photoshoot.

Models for New York Fashion Week 2026 Runway Show

Job Description
A New York Fashion Week runway show is casting models for an upcoming fashion presentation in Brooklyn, NY. The show theme centers on global roots and cultural storytelling through fashion, and is seeking models with strong runway presence and confident energy. All looks are encouraged to apply—this casting celebrates individuality, style, and personality. Models must be available to attend an in-person casting in Jersey City and be able to walk in the runway show in Brooklyn.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway in a NYFW fashion show

• Attend the in-person casting call and follow casting direction

• Arrive prepared with a polished, runway-ready appearance

• Maintain professionalism with designers, stylists, and show staff

Requirements

• Models ages 18+

• Open to all looks and identities

• Must be able to attend an in-person casting in Jersey City, NJ

• Must be available to walk in the runway show in Brooklyn, NY

• Natural hair and makeup encouraged

• Must wear all black to the casting call

• Bring a comp card or headshot

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description
A runway production is casting NYC models for an upcoming fashion show event in Manhattan. This opportunity is seeking both female and male runway models to fill multiple slots. If you have strong runway presence, meet the height requirements, and are ready to work in a fast-paced fashion environment, this is a great chance to be part of a major runway showcase.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway confidently and follow show direction and cues

• Attend any required fittings, rehearsals, and call times

• Maintain a professional look and attitude throughout the production

• Collaborate with designers, stylists, and show staff on event day

Requirements

• Female runway models: height 5’7″ to 6’0″

• Male runway models: height 5’11” to 6’5″

• Must be available to work in Manhattan, NYC

• Strong runway presence and professional demeanor

• Ability to take direction and work quickly under pressure

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description
A rush call in the NYC area is casting actors and models for a paid shoot. Production is seeking confident, camera-ready talent who can take direction quickly in a fast-moving set environment. Some roles may include lines, so comfort speaking on camera is a plus. This is a short, single-day booking in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a filmed shoot as an actor or model

• Follow direction from the production team and adapt quickly

• Maintain continuity across takes and stay camera-ready

• Deliver natural reactions and light dialogue if assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City

• Open to all looks

• Roles needed:

  • 3 male actors (20s–30s)

  • 1 female runner model

  • 2 female actor/models (20s–30s)

• Comfortable on camera; speaking ability a plus (may have lines)

Compensation

• $250 for 6 hours

Job Description
A photoshoot in the NYC area is seeking a dark skin model for a paid booking. This is a great opportunity for models who are camera-ready, confident, and able to take direction in a professional shoot environment. The shoot is scheduled for a short, single-day session in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Model on set for a professional photoshoot

• Follow direction from the photographer and creative team

• Maintain a strong on-camera presence with natural posing

• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to shoot for the full call time

Requirements

• Dark skin model

• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City

• Comfortable posing and taking direction on camera

• Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $250 for 6 hours

Russian-Speaking Male Actors for Paid NYC Museum Performance

Job Description
A paid performance project is casting Russian-speaking male actors for a live or filmed performance by an acclaimed artist at a major museum in New York City. This opportunity is open to both experienced actors and first-time performers who are confident, reliable, and comfortable taking direction in an art-forward environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as directed as part of an artist-led performance project

• Communicate naturally in Russian as required for the role

• Follow staging, timing, and performance direction from the creative team

• Maintain professionalism and focus in a museum setting

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–55

• Must be Russian-speaking

• Open to actors and first-time performers

• Must be able to work in New York City as a local hire

• Comfortable performing in a museum environment

Compensation

• Paid performance role (rate provided upon selection)

Youth Featured Background Actors for Major Period Drama Feature Film

Job Description
A major period drama feature film is casting local youth background actors for featured background roles in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is seeking boys to portray younger brothers in a 1900s-era setting. This is a great opportunity for young performers (SAG-AFTRA or non-union) who can take direction well, stay focused on set, and look authentic for a historical film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “younger brother” in a period drama scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, reactions, and positioning between takes

• Work professionally with child welfare guidelines and on-set supervision

Requirements

• Boys ages 9–13

• Must be under 5 feet tall

• Caucasian-appearing with light brown to dirty blonde hair

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area

• Must have a valid NYS child performer permit and trust account (or be willing to obtain)

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $224 for 8 hours (SAG BG scale)

Swing Dancing Couples for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting experienced swing dancers to appear as “ghost swing dancing couples” in a fun, high-energy scene. This role is perfect for dancers who can bring strong musicality, confident partnering, and authentic swing style to camera. Filming will take place in a Rochester studio, and talent must be able to report to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dancing as part of a partnered couple on camera

• Follow choreography direction and adjust timing for filming

• Maintain energy, rhythm, and character consistency across takes

• Work professionally with the production team in a studio environment

Requirements

• Experienced swing dancers

• Ages 30–65

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must be able to report to a Rochester studio for filming

• Partnered dancers encouraged (apply with a partner if available)

• Video of swing dancing strongly preferred

Compensation

• $100

Blonde Child Siblings for Untitled Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting light-haired child siblings for paid background work. Production is looking for a blonde or light-haired boy (ages 4–5) and a blonde or light-haired girl (ages 3–4) to portray siblings in an interior day shoot. This is a great opportunity for local NYC-area families with kids who are comfortable on set and can take simple direction with parent/guardian support.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling background characters in a feature film scene

• Follow simple, age-appropriate direction from the set team

• Maintain continuity with movement and placement during filming

• Work cooperatively with a parent/guardian and production staff on set

Requirements

• Light-haired/blonde child actors needed:

  • Boy, ages 4–5

  • Girl, ages 3–4

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Staten Island, NY / NYC area

• Parent/guardian must be available for the full shoot day

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union children welcome

• NY Child Performer Permit preferred (or ability to obtain, if required)

• Open to a possible costume fitting prior to the shoot

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (paid background work)