New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Actor Casting Call for TV Series in Westchester County

Job Description
Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking local Westchester County residents to portray college students, parents, and grandparents for an upcoming television series. This is a background acting opportunity for a multi-day shoot, offering experience on a professional set. Locals are encouraged to apply for these paid extra roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters as college students, parents, or grandparents authentically.

• Follow direction from assistant directors and crew on set.

• Be available and punctual for the scheduled filming dates.

• Bring a professional and cooperative attitude to the set.

Requirements

• Must be local to Westchester County, New York.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• All ages and types are needed to portray college students, parents, and grandparents.

• Both Non-SAG and SAG-AFTRA members are welcome to apply.

• Must be able to provide accurate height, weight, and clothing sizes.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting role for a television series.

• Specific rate details will be provided upon booking.

Murder Mystery Comedy Performer Casting Call in Long Island

Job Description
The Dinner Detective, America’s largest murder mystery comedy dinner show, is casting performers for its Long Island location. The interactive show seeks actors, comedians, and improvisers to join its rotating company. All roles are paid, with flexible scheduling based on monthly availability, offering a unique opportunity in interactive entertainment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in an interactive, improvisational murder mystery comedy show for a live audience.

• Portray various characters and engage directly with guests while staying in character.

• Attend rehearsals and collaborate with the ensemble cast.

• Be available for scheduled performances, which are booked one month at a time.

Requirements

• Actors, improvisers, stand-up comedians, and performers aged 21 and above.

• Based in or able to commute to the Long Island/Glen Cove area.

• Strong improvisational skills are highly preferred.

• Performers who can portray characters aged 35+ are especially needed.

Compensation

• All roles are paid performance positions.

• Specific pay details and scheduling will be provided upon selection for an audition.

Teen Actor Casting Call for Travel Commercial in New York City

Job Description
A casting call is open for teen actors based in New York City for a national travel commercial. The production seeks authentic, local talent to represent the energy of the city. This is a paid, one-day shoot opportunity for teens available on a specific date.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic, relatable teens in a commercial setting.

• Follow direction from the director and crew on set.

• Be prepared for an 8-hour filming day.

• Participate in scenes that promote a travel-related brand or destination.

Requirements

• Teen actors aged 13 to 16 years old.

• Must be local to New York City (no travel or accommodation provided).

• All ethnicities and genders are encouraged to apply.

• Must be available for the full 8-hour shoot day on January 30th.

• A parent or guardian must handle communication and submission.

Compensation

• A flat rate of $300 for the 8-hour shoot day.

• The rate is provided after a 20% agency fee is deducted ($300 is the final talent payout).

Real People Casting Call for Starbucks Refreshers® Ad Campaign

Job Description
Impossible Casting is seeking real people and genuine fans of Starbucks Refreshers® for a potential national advertisement. This is not an acting role; the campaign requires authentic, non-professional individuals to share their honest opinions on camera about a new product. Selected participants may be featured in a Starbucks commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• If selected from the initial application, submit a short video audition answering provided questions.

• If booked, spend one day filming 2-3 unedited testimonial videos (3-5 minutes each).

• Provide authentic, honest feedback about the Starbucks Refreshers® Concentrate product.

• Comply with all FTC guidelines regarding endorsements and disclosures if selected for the final ad.

Requirements

• Must be a genuine fan of Starbucks Refreshers® beverages.

• U.S. legal residents only.

• Non-professional individuals only (no professional actors or models).

• No personal or family connections to Starbucks or Nestlé are permitted.

• Must be willing to participate in a multi-step audition process without initial compensation.

Compensation

• There is no compensation for the audition process.

• If booked and your content is used in the final advertisement, you will receive compensation as outlined in a separate talent agreement upon booking.

Job Description
A popular New York City-based daytime talk show is casting energetic individuals to join its studio audience and participate in on-air segments for the current season. The production seeks fun, engaging people to contribute to trivia games, audience reactions, and interactive moments with celebrity guests, offering a behind-the-scenes television experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate actively as a studio audience member, contributing to the show’s energy.

• Engage in on-camera trivia segments or interactive activities as selected.

• Follow direction from producers and segment coordinators.

• Represent a positive and enthusiastic on-air presence.

Requirements

• Must be based in or near New York City and able to travel to the Manhattan studio.

• Fun, outgoing personality with strong on-camera energy.

• Reliability and professionalism are essential.

• Availability for weekday daytime tapings is required.

• No prior television experience is necessary.

Compensation

• This is an opportunity to be featured on a popular daytime talk show.

• Compensation details for specific participant roles will be provided upon booking.

Job Description
An exciting new lifestyle talk series is casting for three dynamic female hosts in New York City. The series focuses on beauty, fashion, and authentic real-life conversations. This is an opportunity for passionate individuals to lead and shape the content of an engaging new show.

Job Responsibilities

• Co-host episodes of a lifestyle talk series centered on beauty and fashion topics.

• Engage in authentic, compelling conversations with guests and fellow hosts.

• Contribute to content planning and show development.

• Represent the series professionally at related events or promotions.

Requirements

• Female hosts, aged 30 to 45.

• Must be based in or near New York City.

• A genuine passion for beauty, fashion, and lifestyle topics.

• Dynamic on-camera presence and strong conversational skills.

• Professionalism and reliability.

Compensation

• This is a hosting opportunity for a new series.

• Compensation details will be provided to selected candidates.

Job Description
An editorial project is seeking NYC-based male talent with a bold, rugged, and “meathead” aesthetic for an upcoming paid shoot. This opportunity is focused on strong visual presence and attitude rather than traditional acting experience. Selected talent will participate in a stylized editorial shoot designed to capture raw, confident energy.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a fashion/editorial photo shoot

• Portray a strong, bold, and character-driven look on camera

• Follow creative direction from the editorial team

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male talent

• Must be based in New York City

• Comfortable embodying a rugged, “meathead” aesthetic

• Confident in front of the camera

• Prior modeling or on-camera experience is a plus but not required

Compensation Details

• Paid editorial opportunity

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description
A home audio brand is casting NYC-based, millennial-aged couples for a paid commercial-style shoot. This project is focused on authentic, real-life couples who are comfortable appearing together on camera in a lifestyle setting. Individuals may submit solo but must be open to being paired with another participant for the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of a couple in a lifestyle-focused shoot

• Follow light on-set direction from the creative team

• Present natural, relaxed, and authentic interactions

• Participate professionally throughout the production

Requirements

• Millennial-aged adults

• Must be based in New York City

• Couples preferred, but solo submissions accepted if open to being paired

• Comfortable being filmed in a home or lifestyle environment

• Able to provide recent digitals/selfies and photos as a couple

Compensation Details

• Paid commercial opportunity

• Compensation details provided upon booking

Fashion Model Casting Call

Job Description
A fashion casting opportunity is now open for models to participate in upcoming runway and editorial showcases connected to major international fashion events. This project is seeking confident, professional models who can present a clean, natural look suitable for high-fashion presentations and live castings.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for runway or editorial fashion presentations

• Maintain a polished, professional presence during castings and fittings

• Follow direction from casting and creative teams

• Represent fashion brands and designers with confidence

Requirements

• All-black attire required

• Fit and clean-cut appearance

• Female models must be comfortable wearing heels

• Male models must be comfortable wearing white sneakers

• No makeup allowed; lip gloss, concealer, and mascara permitted

• Hair must be natural and unstyled

• Must be comfortable attending live castings if selected

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Diner Waitress Commercial Role Casting Call

Job Description
AND Casting is seeking a talented actress for a 30-second commercial filming in Rochester, New York. This is a fantastic local acting job for a woman to portray a diner waitress. This paid commercial role offers a competitive day rate for a full media buyout. Applicants will be asked to submit a video audition.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an authentic and relatable diner waitress in a commercial.

• Take direction from the director and commercial production team.

• Perform consistently and professionally during the shoot day.

• Be available for the primary shoot date and the noted backup day.

Requirements

• Gender: Woman.

• Age Range: 25 to 50 years old.

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

• Must be local to the Rochester, NY area.

• Must be available for the primary shoot on Wednesday, January 28th (approx. 12PM – 8PM).

• Must hold January 29th as a backup shoot day.

• Must be prepared to submit a video audition by the deadline.

Compensation

• This is a paid acting role.

• Rate: $850 per day for a full media buyout.