New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description
Holiday events in New York are casting Black performers to portray Santa Claus for festive appearances with children and families. This role focuses on warm, cheerful interaction, photo moments, and bringing positive holiday energy to community events. Performers should be friendly, reliable, and comfortable working with kids in a public setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus at holiday events with a joyful, welcoming presence

• Interact with children and families in a friendly and respectful way

• Pose for photos and help create a festive event experience

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and positive energy throughout the event

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Friendly, energetic, and reliable

• Comfortable working with children and families

• Prior performance experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $150 flat daily rate (2-hour events)

Mom + Baby for Fashion Campaign (NYC Locals Only)

Job Description
A fashion campaign is casting a mom and baby (under 1 year old) for a non-recognizable job. This paid on-camera opportunity is for NYC local talent only and is open to any ethnicity. The mom must be sample size, and both mom and baby should be comfortable working in a production environment. Availability is required for the scheduled shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a mom with baby in a fashion campaign setting

• Follow direction for simple movement and positioning during filming

• Maintain a calm, camera-ready presence suitable for working with an infant

• Provide current photos and basic details for casting review

Requirements

• Must be NYC local hire

• Mom with baby under 1 year old

• Mom must be sample size

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Must be available for the required workday

• Able to provide recent photos and basic submission details

Compensation

• Pays $2,000

Real Omakase/Sushi Chefs for Film Scene (NYC Metro Area)

Job Description
A film project is casting real omakase and sushi chefs for an on-camera background role in the NYC metro area. This paid opportunity is for experienced chefs who can work naturally and confidently on camera while performing authentic sushi service and chef movement. Talent must be fully available for the workday and able to verify real-world sushi/omakase experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real sushi/omakase chef in background scenes

• Perform authentic chef actions and sushi service naturally for camera

• Follow direction for timing, blocking, and continuity during filming

• Maintain a professional, set-ready presence throughout the workday

Requirements

• Must be a real omakase/sushi chef with relevant experience

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NYC metro area

• Comfortable working on camera in a film environment

• Fully available for the scheduled workday with no conflicts

• Able to provide current sizes (height, weight, clothing, shoe) and recent photos (close-up + full body)

• Union status information may be requested (SAG-AFTRA or non-union)

Compensation

• $350 / 8 hours

NYC Campaign Shoot Casting (On-Camera Talent)

Job Description
A paid NYC campaign shoot is casting bold, camera-ready men and women with natural charisma, strong on-camera personality, and great energy. This opportunity is ideal for talent who can bring humor, confidence, and expressive storytelling to a beauty/lifestyle brand campaign. Local NYC hires only for a full-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for a branded campaign shoot with high energy and personality

• Take direction quickly and deliver natural, engaging reactions and expressions

• Use humor and charisma to help bring the creative concept to life

• Maintain professional set etiquette and stay ready throughout the full day

Requirements

• Must be a NYC local hire

• Men and women, all looks welcome

• Strong personality, charisma, and comfort performing on camera

• Ability to share a quick personality video and a current headshot

• Reliable availability for a full-day shoot

Compensation

• Paid campaign booking (rate provided upon selection)

Real Couples for Feature Film Background Role (Intimacy Required)

Job Description
A feature film is casting real couples ages 20–35 for a one-day background role in New York City. This opportunity is open to any gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, and is seeking new faces only. Scenes involve kissing and making out, with implied nudity and simulated intimacy, so couples must be fully comfortable performing intimate contact on camera in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a real couple in background scenes featuring romantic interaction

• Follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional attitude and respect on-set intimacy guidelines

• Arrive camera-ready and remain available for the full workday

Requirements

• Real couples, ages 20–35

• Must be able to work as a NYC local hire

• Must be comfortable with: kissing, making out, implied nudity, and simulated intimacy

• New faces only

• Must be able to provide current clear couple photos (close-up and full-body)

• Must be able to share basic info for both partners (names, contact details, sizes, availability, and union status if applicable)

Compensation

• $400 / 8 hours

• +$100 bump for kissing and intimate contact

Job Description
A paid short film is casting union and non-union talent in Brooklyn, NY for two featured roles. This project is ideal for actors who excel at nuanced, character-driven work, including strong internal performance and grounded, natural dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally honest performances with strong on-camera presence

• Follow direction, blocking, and continuity throughout the shoot

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

• Maintain character consistency across takes and setups

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union talent

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, NY

• Availability for either an evening shoot (4:00 PM call time) or an early morning shoot (4:00 AM call time)

• Role 1: Pran — Male, 20s–30s; calm exterior with intense inner life; strong internal acting required

• Role 2: Mariah — Female, 20s–30s; warm, sharp, grounded; confident, intelligent on-screen presence

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Job Description

A New York City casting call is seeking five male actors to portray police officers in a major Latin artist trailer. Talent should deliver a believable law enforcement presence on camera, take direction well, and be ready for a professional, fast-paced set. This is a solid opportunity for NYC actors pursuing trailer acting roles and paid on-camera work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer with authentic body language and screen presence.

• Follow direction from the director and production team for blocking and performance.

• Maintain continuity across takes, including movement, posture, and reactions.

• Arrive prepared, stay set-ready, and work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male actors, age 25+.

• Must be able to work in New York City (call time to be announced).

• Ability to take direction quickly and perform confidently on camera.

• Professional attitude, punctuality, and reliable availability for the full shoot.

Compensation

• $200 for 10 hours (paid).

• Call time: TBD.

Job Description
A paid casting call in New York City is seeking two on-camera individuals for a short live stream with a popular content creator. One role will portray a street vendor in a natural, improv-friendly moment, and the other role will provide a guided tour of Manhattan while engaging on camera. This opportunity is ideal for NYC talent with strong presence, quick instincts, and comfort performing in a live-stream setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a street vendor character on camera during a live stream, following direction and improvising as needed.

• Lead the streamer on a Manhattan tour, highlighting locations and sharing brief, engaging details.

• Take direction quickly and adapt to changes in real time during a live broadcast.

• Maintain a professional, upbeat, camera-ready presence throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Must be located in New York City and able to work near Manhattan.

• Comfortable being filmed during a live stream and communicating clearly on camera.

• Street vendor role: natural acting and light improvisation skills.

• Manhattan tour role: strong local knowledge and confident speaking ability.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow production guidance.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate shared upon selection).

Job Description

Seeking 10 paid extras in New York City to appear as background talent in a live stream with a popular content creator. This is a fast-moving, entertainment-friendly opportunity for NYC extras who can be available tonight and work near Manhattan. If you’re comfortable on camera and can follow simple direction in a live environment, this could be a great way to gain on-set experience and get paid.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as an extra/background performer during a live stream

• Follow producer/crew direction quickly and professionally

• Maintain a positive, camera-ready presence throughout the stream

• Arrive on time and be ready to work near Manhattan

Requirements

• Must be NYC-based and able to work near Manhattan

• Must be available tonight

• Comfortable being filmed in a live setting

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Men for Music Album Trailer (A-List Artist Project)

Job Description
A paid music project is casting men ages 25–45 for an upcoming album trailer tied to a major A-list Latin artist. This is an on-camera opportunity for NYC-based talent who can bring confident presence, natural style, and strong camera energy. Talent must be able to work as a local hire in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a promotional album trailer scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and performance beats

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready look on set

• Work efficiently through multiple takes and setups

Requirements

• Men ages 25–45

• Any ethnicity

• Must be local to New York City, NY

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction well

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• $200 for 10 hours