New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Business Commuters for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray business commuters in New York City. This role is ideal for individuals who can ներկայաց a polished, professional look and bring authenticity to workplace and city life scenes. Talent will appear in realistic commuter environments, helping create a dynamic and believable setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray business professionals and commuters on camera
• Wear appropriate business attire for scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and natural background performance
• Be prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Must be local to New York City
• Must have business or professional wardrobe
• Comfortable performing in a background role
• Reliable and available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours
• Opportunity to work on a television series
• Professional on-set experience
• Gain exposure in a scripted production

Female Promotional Models for Event Campaign

Job Description
A New York City-based promotional campaign is casting female promotional models for an upcoming event. This opportunity is ideal for outgoing, professional individuals who enjoy engaging with the public and representing brands in a lively, high-energy environment. Candidates should bring confidence, enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills to create a positive brand experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent a brand at promotional events
• Engage with the public in a friendly and professional manner
• Assist with event activations and brand awareness efforts
• Maintain a polished and upbeat presence throughout the event
• Follow direction from event coordinators and staff

Requirements

• Female, 21 and older
• Must be local to New York City
• Outgoing, upbeat, and personable personality
• Previous promotional or customer-facing experience preferred
• Reliable transportation to and from event locations
• Punctual, dependable, and professional
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of NYC

Compensation

• Paid promotional modeling opportunity
• Work in a professional event setting
• Gain experience in brand promotions and live events
• Opportunity for future promotional work

Job Description:
A television series titled Slip is now casting real magicians, balloon artists, and face painters for paid background roles. Casting directors are seeking skilled performers who can authentically showcase their craft on screen. This is a great opportunity to bring your real-life talents to a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform your specialty (magic, balloon art, or face painting) on camera
• Portray a background performer in a lively, event-style setting
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout filming
• Collaborate with other performers and crew members on set

Requirements:

• Must have real experience as a magician, balloon artist, or face painter
• Must be available for all filming dates (three days total)
• Comfortable performing your craft on camera
• Reliable and able to work as a local hire
• Ability to follow direction and adapt to production needs

Compensation:

• Paid background role (rate not specified)

Job Description:
The TV series “SLIP” is now casting real Colonial Revolutionary War reenactor musicians for paid background roles. Casting directors are seeking authentic musicians or trios who can portray historical performers with their own instruments and period-appropriate attire. Filming will take place in exterior scenes, bringing historical authenticity to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as background musicians in Revolutionary War-era scenes
• Bring authentic presence using period instruments and attire
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Maintain historical accuracy in appearance and performance
• Be available for all scheduled filming days

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be a real Revolutionary War reenactor musician or group
• Must own or have access to Colonial-era instruments
• Must have period-appropriate wardrobe/costume
• Must be available for all filming dates
• Must provide required submission materials (photos, details, union status, etc.)
• Ability to work long production hours if needed

Compensation:

• Paid background role (rate to be provided upon booking)

Job Description:
Cocoa Butter is now casting talent for a series of engaging digital video segments featuring food, culture, and personality-driven content. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of participants for multiple themed videos, including duos, families, kids, and individuals with strong on-camera presence. This is a paid opportunity for those who enjoy sharing opinions, cooking, and participating in fun, unscripted experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in on-camera video shoots for themed segments
• Prepare or present food items based on casting theme
• Engage in honest, entertaining conversations and reactions
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Be open to feedback and critique on camera

Requirements:

• Must be comfortable on camera and expressive
• Ability to follow specific theme guidelines for each video
• Must be available in Los Angeles or New York depending on role

Role-Specific Requirements:

• Dinner Party: Cookout (LA):
  • Must prepare a dish representing a “Black cookout”
  • Comfortable receiving critique
  • Stand-up comedy background preferred
• Honest Kids Try Each Other’s Lunches (NY):
  • Children ages 3–12
  • Outgoing and not camera shy
• Best Friends Try Each Other’s Girl Dinners (NY):
  • Best friend duo (ages 21–29 preferred)
  • Must submit content featuring both individuals
• Gym Addicts Try Each Other’s High Protein Meals (NY):
  • Familiar with meal prep or macros
  • Active/fitness-oriented lifestyle
• Immigrant Parents Try Each Other’s “Americanized” Dishes (NY):
  • Accents encouraged
  • Gen X preferred but not required
• Black People Try Each Other’s Funeral Plates (LA):
  • Strong sense of humor
  • Dish must include protein, two sides, and dessert

Compensation:

• $315 per participant (includes ingredient reimbursement)
• Transportation not provided

Job Description:
A New York City-based short film titled “Joanie’s Big Secret” is now casting actors for multiple lead and supporting roles. The story follows a lonely woman who runs one of the hottest gay bars in New York, exploring themes of identity, intimacy, and voyeurism. This project is backed by experienced producers and is targeting major film festivals including Sundance, SXSW, and Tribeca.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in scripted scenes set in a nightclub and related environments
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authentic performances to life
• Participate in emotionally expressive and character-driven scenes
• Be comfortable with improv and dynamic on-set direction
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements:

• Men (20s–30s): Strong actors for lead roles; must be confident, playful, and comfortable in LGBTQ+ party scenes, including partial nudity if required
• SAA Meeting Members (30s–60s): Character actors of all ethnicities and genders for supporting roles
• Bouncer (30s–50s): Must portray a strong, authoritative presence
• Comfortable performing in a club/bar setting
• Strong improvisation skills preferred
• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

Compensation:

• $50 per day

Lead and Supporting Roles Casting Call for Short Film “Strangers”

Job Description
An award-supported short film titled Strangers is now casting lead and supporting roles in New York City. Backed by major industry programs and studios, this emotionally driven story follows a newlywed couple whose lives shift after a tense subway encounter. The project explores intimacy, identity, and human connection through nuanced, character-focused performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted short film production
• Portray emotionally layered characters with subtle, naturalistic acting
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring depth to each scene
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Seeking actors for multiple roles (male and female, ages 20s–40s, plus supporting roles up to mid-40s)
• Strong acting ability with focus on subtle, character-driven storytelling
• Some roles require fluency in Hindi and English
• Must be based in New York City or able to work as a local hire
• Comfortable performing emotionally intimate and dialogue-driven scenes

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (non-union; rate disclosed upon selection)
• Work on a professionally backed short film with strong festival potential

Male Photo Double Casting Call for Film/TV Project

Job Description
A production is casting a male photo double for a one-day shoot in Syracuse, New York. This role requires talent with a strong physical match to the principal actor, helping maintain visual consistency during filming. It’s a great opportunity for experienced or new talent to work on set in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor
• Match physical positioning and movements for camera setups
• Follow direction from the production team for continuity shots
• Maintain consistency in appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Black male, late 40s to early 60s
• Athletic or buff build
• Ideally bald or with little hair (hat may be used)
• Facial hair preferred to match actor
• Approximate sizes: Chest 42”, Waist 33”, Hips 36–38”, Pant 32, Shoe 10.5
• Must be local to Syracuse, NY

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Men with Strong Jawlines Casting Call for TV Series Photo Double

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting men with strong, defined jawlines for a photo double role in an upcoming production filming in Manhattan, New York. This unique opportunity involves portraying a victim in a stylized photo shoot, contributing to the visual storytelling of a major television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a featured character
• Participate in a styled photo shoot for production use
• Follow direction from the creative and production team
• Maintain professionalism during the shoot

Requirements

• Male talent with strong, square jawlines
• Distinct facial structure suitable for a photo double role
• Comfortable participating in a stylized production shoot
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon booking)

Featured Models Casting Call for Footwear Campaign

Job Description
A major footwear brand campaign is now casting featured male and female models in New York. This high-profile project is seeking ethnically diverse talent with strong presence and style to represent a bold and modern brand aesthetic. Selected models will be featured in a professional campaign shoot with wide commercial usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for a commercial footwear campaign shoot
• Follow creative direction from the production and styling team
• Showcase products with confidence and strong on-camera presence
• Maintain professionalism throughout long shoot days

Requirements

• Male and female models, ages 18–30
• Open to African American, Latinx, and ethnically ambiguous talent
• Male height: 5’10” to 6’2”
• Female height: 5’7” to 5’9”
• Must have a strong, marketable look and modeling ability
• Must be fully available for all scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $500 session rate (10–12 hours)
• $1,500 buyout
• Total compensation: $2,000