New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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- New York
- New York City
Job Description
A dance team is expanding and seeking hip hop dancers to join the crew. While they’re looking for more male dancers, submissions are open to all. Talent should have strong performance ability, confidence on camera, and the versatility to showcase hip hop-based choreography through class footage, performances, or video projects. Freestyle clips and additional styles are welcome.
Job Responsibilities
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Submit video materials showcasing hip hop-based choreography (minimum 3 videos).
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Demonstrate performance quality, musicality, and strong execution of choreography.
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Optionally submit freestyle clips and/or other dance talents to highlight versatility.
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Be prepared to participate in team activities, rehearsals, and performances if selected (details provided by the team).
Requirements
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Open to all dancers (preference noted for adding more male dancers).
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Must submit at least 3 videos featuring hip hop-based choreography (class, performance, or video project).
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Optional additional clips accepted for: freestyle and other skills/styles (Lite Feet, Gymnastics, Krump, Ballet, Tap, etc.).
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Serious inquiries only; must be reliable and ready to commit if chosen.
Compensation Details
Not specified (details provided by the team upon selection).
Job Description
A photography art project is casting a male model for an upcoming shoot connected to a well-known photographer’s retrospective. The production is seeking a NYC-area local with a strong, tough presence and expressive, intense eyes. Tattoos and facial scars are a plus, but not required.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in a professional photo shoot and take direction from the photographer/creative team.
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Maintain character, expression, and physicality as requested for the concept.
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Arrive prepared and on time, ready to work in a fast-paced set environment.
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Provide requested materials/details via submission instructions.
Requirements
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Male talent.
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White male.
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Ages 29–39 (approx.).
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NYC-area local (must be able to work in NYC).
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Tough/strong look preferred.
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Intense eyes (key feature).
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Tattoos and/or facial scars are a plus, not required.
Compensation Details
Rate: $1,000 (flat rate listed as “1k”).
Job Description
A major motion picture is casting male Lite Feet dancers (all styles and specialties) to portray a featured 18-year-old character. This role centers on a young Black dancer newly living in New York City who discovers Harlem’s Lite Feet dance culture while living with his father, a musician in Harlem. Professional acting experience is not required, and dancers of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform Lite Feet dance choreography and freestyle movement on camera.
- Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring an 18-year-old character to life through movement and performance.
- Attend rehearsals, fittings, and filming as scheduled by production.
- Follow on-set direction, maintain professionalism, and work well with cast and crew.
Requirements
- Male performers who can authentically perform Lite Feet (all styles and specialties welcome).
- Must be able to portray an 18-year-old character.
- Character is described as Black (performers who match this character description are strongly encouraged to apply).
- Acting experience is welcome but not required.
- Must be able to work as a local hire or travel to set (see Location).
- Submission materials typically include a recent photo, name, location, height, and optional dance video (if available).
Compensation Details
SAG-AFTRA applicable agreement (employment offers subject to qualification).
Pay range starts at $921/day, with weekly rates ranging from $4,800–$10,000/week (role/work schedule dependent).
Job Description
A NYC event team is seeking unique recording artists to be considered for an upcoming #GoldenPaws event, plus a co-host/announcer to help read nominees alongside the host in a Midtown NYC studio. Talent should be professional, reliable, and comfortable performing or speaking on camera.
Job Responsibilities
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Recording Artists
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Submit music/performance materials for consideration.
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Be prepared to perform live (or as directed) if selected.
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Collaborate professionally with the event team on set times, cues, and production needs.
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Co-Host / Announcer
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Read nominee names clearly and confidently alongside the host.
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Participate in a studio recording session in Midtown NYC.
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Follow direction for pacing, tone, and delivery.
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Requirements
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Recording Artists
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Must be a recording artist with a unique sound/style (pop, singer, cover band, dance artist, etc. encouraged).
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Must be able to work in New York City, NY.
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Co-Host / Announcer
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Strong speaking voice and on-camera comfort.
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Professional, punctual, and able to follow direction.
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Must be able to work in Midtown Manhattan, NYC.
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Compensation Details
Compensation details were not provided. (Confirm pay, if any, when submitting.)
Job Description
A shoe retailer campaign is casting a female breakdancer for a paid commercial shoot. Talent must be confident performing breakdance movement on camera and able to meet specific footwear sizing for wardrobe/product needs. Final content will be used across web, social, and in-store placements.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform breakdancing movement on camera for a shoe retailer campaign.
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Provide requested materials via DM (photos/videos demonstrating your breakdance skills, plus sizing + contact info).
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Be available to work a full-day shoot (up to the listed hours) if booked.
Requirements
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Female breakdancer (must have strong, camera-ready breakdance ability).
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Must be able to fit men’s shoe size 7 or 9.
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Must be local to, or able to work in, the NYC area.
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Must be responsive and able to provide accurate contact details for booking.
Compensation Details
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$1,000 / 12 hours
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Usage: 6 months, worldwide (web, social, and in-store)
Job Description
A shoe retailer campaign is casting couples and select talent for a paid social, in-store, and web project. Talent should be confident on camera, comfortable working as a real couple or duo, and willing to participate in a branded collaboration post for social media usage.
Job Responsibilities
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Submit requested materials (photos with your partner, shoe sizes, and contact details) for consideration.
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Participate in an on-camera shoot for a shoe retailer campaign (web, in-store, and social usage).
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Post a collaboration (“collab post”) on social media if booked.
Requirements
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Must be part of one of the following casting categories:
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Black & Hispanic couples
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One LGBTQ+ WLW (women-loving-women), Black and/or Hispanic
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Must have a large social media following (influencer-level reach preferred).
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Must be able to fit one of the following shoe sizes:
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Men’s: 10.5 or 11.5
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Women’s: 7 or 8
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Must be able to provide photos of you and your partner together and reliable contact information for booking.
Compensation Details
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$1,000 per person (each).
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Usage: 6 months, worldwide web, in-store, and social.
Job Description
A culture-forward brand is seeking a Creative Content Producer for an ongoing, part-time collaboration focused on capturing calm, thoughtful storytelling—care, taste, and small human moments. This role is NYC-based and includes both shooting and editing content for social and digital platforms.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and produce short-form content concepts aligned with brand voice and visual direction.
- Shoot high-quality video/photo content on-location in NYC (and occasional local events as needed).
- Edit deliverables for social platforms (reels/shorts, stories, and additional cutdowns).
- Maintain an organized workflow for files, selects, timelines, and final exports.
- Collaborate on creative direction, shot lists, and content cadence to support monthly deliverables.
Requirements
- Must be based in New York City and available for NYC-based shoots.
- Strong shoot + edit skills (camera framing, lighting awareness, sound basics, pacing, storytelling).
- Proficiency in common editing tools (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut, CapCut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar).
- Ability to capture “human” moments with a tasteful, culture-forward aesthetic.
- Reliable communication, organization, and ability to work independently on a part-time retainer.
Compensation Details
- $2,000/month (monthly retainer, part-time).
- Ongoing collaboration (scope and deliverables coordinated monthly).
Job Description
Seeking talented creatives to participate in an upcoming New York Fashion Week experience. Opportunities are available for a wide range of contributors including models, musicians, dancers, designer brands, vendors, hair stylists, makeup artists, visual artists, volunteers, and more. This casting call is for individuals and teams ready to showcase their work, collaborate, and be featured as part of a fashion-forward production environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Submit required materials based on your category (see Requirements).
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Be prepared to participate in a fashion-week style production environment (rehearsals, fittings, performances, vendor setup, or event support as applicable).
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Collaborate professionally with producers, coordinators, and other selected creatives.
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Follow creative direction, schedules, and brand/presentation guidelines once selected.
Requirements
Models
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Comp card
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Walk video
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Instagram handle
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Short bio
Designer Brands
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Visuals of your work (lookbook, portfolio, or product photos)
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Brand bio
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Instagram handle
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Goals for participating in the show
Dancers / Musicians / Visual Artists / Performers
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Performance video or sample of work
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Instagram handle
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Short bio
Vendors / Volunteers / Beauty Team (Hair Stylists & MUAs)
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Brief overview of services or experience
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Portfolio or photos of work (if applicable)
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Instagram handle (if available)
Compensation
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Compensation details are not listed in the casting announcement. Selected applicants will receive project details and any pay/benefits information during follow-up.
Job Description
A media and food-industry professional is hiring a full-time Assistant to support day-to-day operations, scheduling, and ongoing projects. This role is best for someone who is smart, highly organized, and passionate about media and the food world. The position is based in New York City and requires coming into the office, plus attending events on a regular basis. Please note: this is not an editorial assistant role.
Job Responsibilities
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Provide administrative and operational support, including scheduling and coordination.
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Help manage day-to-day tasks and keep priorities organized and moving forward.
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Attend events regularly (both hosted events and partner/friend events) and support on-site needs.
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Assist with media-related coordination and general support across ongoing projects.
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Maintain strong communication and follow-through across internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
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Must be based in NYC and able to come into the office.
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Comfortable attending events regularly and representing the team professionally.
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Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
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Interest in media and the food industry/world.
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Able to follow directions, manage multiple tasks, and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation Details
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Compensation details are not listed in the post (shared during the application process).
Job Description
A SAG dramatic short film titled “JOE, KNOW? NO!” is seeking talent to portray Joe, a grounded, thoughtful family man navigating the emotional friction of marriage, work, and boundaries. The project is written and directed by Asaph Polonsky, with Marchant Davis (REALITY) attached to play Rob.
Joe is an immigration lawyer, a devoted husband and father, and someone who appears confident with people he knows—but can read as shy or guarded with strangers. He’s optimistic but realistic, polite yet assertive, and values kindness and boundaries, even when others don’t return the same energy.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as Joe in a dramatic short film, delivering naturalistic, emotionally grounded dialogue and reactions.
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Collaborate with the director and production team during rehearsal and filming to align performance with the story’s tone and pacing.
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Portray subtle relationship dynamics, internal conflict, and character authenticity in a concise short-film format.
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Attend a scheduled rehearsal day and be available for 1–2 shoot days as needed by production.
Requirements
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Gender: Male
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Age Range: 40s (approximately 40)
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Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
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Role Type: Supporting
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Must be comfortable portraying a married father of two and performing emotionally nuanced material.
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Professionalism on set, ability to take direction, and strong character-driven acting skills.
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SAG eligibility/affiliation preferred (project listed as SAG short film).
Compensation Details
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Rate: $250 per day
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Additional Time Commitment: 1 rehearsal day + 1–2 shoot days (paid shoot days; rehearsal details provided by production)
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Usage: Film festival circuit; additional distribution TBD
Unlock Your Acting Potential: New York City Casting Calls and Auditions on Project Casting
New York City, often dubbed the “Big Apple,” is not only the largest city in the United States but also a global epicenter for the performing arts. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the bustling film and television studios, NYC offers a plethora of opportunities for actors at all stages of their careers. If you’re an aspiring actor looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional seeking new roles, Project Casting is your gateway to the city’s vibrant casting calls and auditions. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how Project Casting can help you navigate the competitive landscape of New York City’s entertainment industry.
Why New York City?
A Hub for Entertainment
New York City boasts a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic entertainment scene. It’s home to:
•Broadway Theater: The pinnacle of live theatrical performances.
•Film and Television Studios: Including Silvercup Studios and Kaufman Astoria Studios.
•Independent Film Scene: A thriving community of indie filmmakers.
•Commercial and Modeling Opportunities: Numerous advertising agencies and fashion shows.
The city’s diverse backdrop and iconic locations make it a favorite for filmmakers and producers, leading to constant demand for fresh talent.
Introducing Project Casting
What is Project Casting?
Project Casting is a leading online platform that connects actors, models, and other performers with casting calls and auditions across the United States. It offers a user-friendly interface where talent can find opportunities ranging from major film productions to local theater projects.
Why Use Project Casting for NYC Opportunities?
•Comprehensive Listings: Access a wide array of casting calls specific to New York City.
•Real-Time Updates: Stay informed about the latest auditions and opportunities.
•User-Friendly Search: Filter casting calls by type, location, and role requirements.
•Industry Insights: Gain valuable information on audition tips, industry trends, and networking events.
Navigating New York City Casting Calls on Project Casting
Setting Up Your Profile
To maximize your chances of landing a role, start by creating a compelling profile:
•Professional Headshots: Upload clear, high-quality photos.
•Resume: Include your acting experience, training, and special skills.
•Demo Reel: Showcase your talent through video clips of past performances.
Searching for Casting Calls
Use the platform’s search function to find opportunities:
1. Visit the Project Casting Website: Navigate to Project Casting.
2. Select Location: Choose “New York City” or specify boroughs like Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens.
3. Filter by Category: Select categories such as film, theater, commercials, or modeling.
4. Review Listings: Browse through the casting calls that match your criteria.
Understanding Casting Call Details
Each casting call provides essential information:
•Role Description: Details about the character, including age range, ethnicity, and personality traits.
•Project Type: Indicates whether it’s a film, commercial, theater production, etc.
•Audition Dates and Locations: Know when and where to show up.
•Submission Requirements: Instructions on how to apply, including materials to submit.
Tips for Success in NYC Auditions
Preparation is Key
•Research the Project: Understand the production’s tone, style, and context.
•Know Your Material: Memorize lines and be ready to perform with confidence.
•Dress Appropriately: Wear attire that fits the character without being a full costume.
Professionalism Matters
•Be Punctual: Arrive early to allow time for check-in and preparation.
•Bring Necessary Materials: Have extra copies of your headshot and resume.
•Positive Attitude: Maintain enthusiasm and courtesy throughout the process.
Networking Opportunities
Auditions are also a chance to network:
•Connect with Peers: Build relationships with other actors and industry professionals.
•Stay in Touch: Exchange contact information for future collaborations.
Unique Opportunities in New York City
Broadway and Off-Broadway Productions
Project Casting lists auditions for:
•Musicals and Plays: Opportunities to perform on some of the world’s most renowned stages.
•Workshops and Readings: Get involved in the development of new works.
Film and Television Roles
With numerous productions shooting in NYC, casting calls are plentiful:
•Major Studios: Auditions for films by prominent directors and producers.
•Independent Films: Opportunities to take on challenging roles in indie projects.
•Television Series: From network shows to streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu.
Commercials and Print Ads
The city’s advertising industry offers:
•Commercial Spots: Appear in national or regional advertisements.
•Modeling Gigs: Opportunities for print and digital campaigns.
Success Stories
Testimonials
•“Project Casting has been an invaluable resource. The platform is easy to use, and I’ve found numerous auditions that led to significant roles.” – Michael L., Actor
•“Being new to NYC, I didn’t know where to start. Project Casting connected me with casting calls that matched my type and experience level.” – Tanya S., Actress
Leveraging Project Casting Beyond Auditions
Educational Resources
•Blog Articles: Access tips on acting techniques, industry news, and career advice.
•Workshops and Classes: Find information on acting classes and workshops in NYC.
Community Engagement
•Forums and Groups: Participate in discussions with fellow actors.
•Social Media: Follow Project Casting on platforms like Instagram and Twitter for updates.
Staying Safe and Informed
Avoiding Scams
Project Casting strives to verify all postings, but actors should:
•Research Productions: Ensure the legitimacy of the project and casting directors.
•Never Pay to Audition: Reputable casting calls do not require payment to apply or audition.
Adhering to COVID-19 Protocols
•Stay Updated: Be aware of any health guidelines or requirements.
•Follow Instructions: Comply with any safety measures outlined in the casting call.
Conclusion
New York City is a land of endless possibilities for actors, and Project Casting serves as a valuable tool to unlock these opportunities. By providing a centralized platform for casting calls and auditions, it simplifies the search process and connects talent with the projects that suit them best. Whether you’re dreaming of gracing the Broadway stage, starring in a film, or appearing in a commercial, Project Casting can help you navigate the vibrant NYC entertainment landscape.
Take the Next Step
•Visit Project Casting Today: Start exploring casting calls in New York City at Project Casting.
•Create Your Profile: Set up a compelling profile to catch the eye of casting directors.
•Stay Persistent: The road to success requires dedication, so keep honing your craft and applying to opportunities.
Embark on your acting journey in the city that never sleeps, and let Project Casting be your guide to the spotlight.


