New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Model Casting Call – New York Suit Week Kickoff

Job Description
A high-profile fashion event is seeking models to be part of the official New York Suit Week Kickoff. This in-person casting offers an exciting opportunity to work with a major event that celebrates style, culture, and innovation in men’s and women’s suiting. Selected talent will represent the kickoff event and showcase their presence in front of industry professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the in-person model casting and present your best runway walk and presence

• Represent the New York Suit Week brand with professionalism and confidence

• Participate in fittings, rehearsals, and the live kickoff event

• Collaborate with stylists, photographers, and production teams to deliver an outstanding show

Requirements

• Open to all genders

• Must be available to attend the casting in person (no digital submissions)

• Must request attendance in advance

• Strong runway presence and ability to embody suiting styles

Compensation

• Professional modeling opportunity at a major fashion event

Experienced Female Soccer Players

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking young female soccer players to appear in an upcoming project filming in Astoria, Queens. This is a great opportunity for kids with real soccer experience to showcase their skills on camera while gaining professional on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray soccer players in exterior field scenes

• Demonstrate real soccer skills during filming

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female, ages 8–10

• Must have real soccer experience

• Available for the scheduled filming date

• Local to New York or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• SAG rate: $234 for up to 8 hours

Brand Ambassadors – Westchester

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking experienced Brand Ambassadors to represent premium liquor brands at trade shows, tastings, and promotional events. This role is perfect for outgoing, engaging professionals with a strong background in sales and sampling.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent premium liquor brands at trade shows and events

• Drive sales and provide product samples to event attendees

• Interact with large crowds while maintaining a positive brand image

• Follow event schedules and deliver professional on-site support

Requirements

• Strong sales and sampling experience

• Outgoing, engaging personality

• Comfortable interacting with large crowds and promoting products

• Professional, reliable, and punctual

• Clean, professional appearance

Compensation

• $35/hour

Casting Call for Children – Film Production

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for three children to play siblings or a family unit in an upcoming film. The production is seeking kids who can bring authenticity and charm to the screen. Filming will take place in Liverpool, NY, on select dates throughout October.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family dynamics naturally on screen

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Work well with other child actors and adults on set

• Be available for multiple filming days in October

Requirements

• Children ages 6, 9, and around 11 years old

• Ethnically ambiguous appearance preferred

• Siblings encouraged to apply, though individual children will also be considered

• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during filming

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Creatives for Editorial Concept Shoot – NYC

Job Description
An upcoming editorial concept shoot for a new portfolio project is looking for five creatives to collaborate with. This shoot is in partnership with a well-known brand and is perfect for models, artists, and talent seeking fresh, creative content.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a collaborative editorial shoot

• Work with the creative team to bring the concept to life

• Be open to direction and contribute to the creative process

Requirements

• Must be available in NYC for the shoot

• Open to models, creatives, and talent of all kinds

• Collaborative and professional attitude

Compensation

• Content from the shoot for portfolio use

• Clothing trade provided as part of compensation

Black Female Model for Music Video Shoot – NYC

Job Description
A music video production is seeking a tall, slim Black female model to appear in an upcoming shoot in New York City. This is a compensated opportunity for someone with a strong on-camera presence and the ability to bring energy to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured talent in the music video

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver desired performance and look

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

Requirements

• Black female model

• Height: 5’6” or taller

• Slim build

• Must be available on the shoot date in NYC

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Open Call for NYC Trans+ Artists – Paid Opportunity & Exhibit

Job Description
Project Transcend NYC, in partnership with The Women’s Community Justice Association, is inviting transgender, gender nonconforming, and non-binary visual artists to participate in a 12-week communal workshop focused on creating life-sized self-portraits. Final pieces will be showcased in a group exhibition, providing a platform for artists to share their voices and stories.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend weekly sessions to develop and complete a life-sized self-portrait

• Collaborate in a supportive group environment with other artists

• Participate in a final group exhibition to showcase completed work

Requirements

• Must be a transgender, gender nonconforming, or non-binary visual artist

• Open to artists of all disciplines (painters, illustrators, photographers, textile artists, designers, comic/graphic novel artists, street/graffiti/mural artists)

• Must commit to 10 of the 12 weekly sessions

• Ability to travel to Upper Riverdale, Bronx for Sunday sessions

Compensation

• $450 honorarium upon completion of the program

• All materials provided

Open Casting Call for Fashion Campaign – New York

Job Description
A fashion collaboration inspired by Larry Clark’s 1995 film Kids is holding an open casting call in New York City. This campaign seeks diverse and unique individuals to represent a raw, authentic aesthetic.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person casting session

• Be photographed and possibly interviewed for campaign consideration

• Bring individuality and authenticity to the casting process

Requirements

• Open to all genders, all heights, and all looks

• Ages 18+ or under 18 with a parent/guardian present

• No one is off-limits — inclusive casting encouraged

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected talent

Dance Instructor for TikTok Challenges

Job Description
A Brooklyn-based program is seeking a dance instructor to lead TikTok challenge-style dance classes for kids. This is a paid opportunity with weekly sessions scheduled through the end of the year.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate TikTok-inspired dance routines

• Work closely with kids to ensure a fun, engaging, and safe learning environment

• Provide guidance and encouragement to help students master choreography

• Maintain a positive and energetic atmosphere during each session

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working with children

• Experience in teaching dance or leading group choreography preferred

• Available Tuesdays from 2:00–3:30 PM, September through December

• Must be able to start immediately

Compensation

• Paid teaching opportunity

Child Stand-Ins for Horror Movie – Syracuse, NY

Job Description
A horror movie filming in Syracuse, NY is seeking adult stand-ins who can match the size of a child actor. This role is ideal for individuals over 18 who are between 4’2″ and 4’8″ and can work overnight shoots that children legally cannot perform.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a child actor during lighting and camera setup

• Be available for overnight filming sessions

• Work closely with the crew to ensure continuity and accuracy in scenes

Requirements

• Must be over 18 years old

• Height between 4’2″ and 4’8″

• One male and one female stand-in needed

• Preferably local to Syracuse, NY (but not required)

• Must be available for approximately 8 filming days between 9/30 – 11/8

Compensation

• Paid at SAG scale