New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description
A field marketing program in New York City is seeking a dependable and experienced Team Lead to oversee local brand events. This is a hands-on role perfect for candidates with strong leadership skills, a knack for organization, and the ability to manage logistics and a small team while representing a top-tier mobile brand in the community.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead marketing activations across NYC

• Manage setup and breakdown of event assets (tent, signage, equipment)

• Transport branded event materials to and from locations

• Coordinate team shifts and ensure smooth on-site operations

• Complete administrative tasks including event recaps and reporting

• Represent the brand with professionalism and enthusiasm at community events

Requirements

• Must have access to a vehicle for transporting event materials (10×10 tent is largest item)

• Prior team lead or event experience preferred

• Available to work a consistent schedule:

  • Fridays: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Saturdays: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM & 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Mondays: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM

• Highly organized and communicative

• Ability to lift and manage event equipment as needed

Compensation

• $35/hour

• Paid drive time and admin time (for tasks like recaps, storage, cleaning)

• Opportunity for additional shifts

• Monthly team events and consistent year-round hours

• Bonus: Supportive team culture and community-focused atmosphere

Twin Babies Needed to Portray Newborn in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is seeking twin babies to portray the newborn child of a principal character. This role is open to male or female infants who are between 15 days and 3 months old. The scene requires twins to match the continuity and visual needs of the film. This is a great opportunity for parents looking to get their little ones involved in the entertainment industry with a simple, well-compensated shoot in a professional environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newborn baby for a principal actor in a scripted film scene

• Remain calm and camera-ready during on-set filming

• Be accompanied by a guardian throughout the shoot

• Follow all safety guidelines and instructions provided by the production team

Requirements

• Twins between 15 days and 3 months old

• Must be available for filming in Manhattan

• Parents must provide names and full contact information

• Open to union and non-union submissions

Compensation

• $300 per baby for the filming day

• Professional experience on a short film set

• On-set support and accommodations provided for parent and child

SAG-AFTRA Latino Male Construction Workers for Film Shoot

Job Description
A film production is now hiring Latino male SAG-AFTRA members to portray construction workers in a scene set on an active build site. Filming will take place outdoors and requires talent with a strong physical presence and on-camera professionalism. This is a great opportunity for union actors to secure a paid day of work in a realistic and dynamic film setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray construction workers in a scripted outdoor film scene
• Work with crew to hit marks and deliver natural background performance
• Maintain professional conduct on set and follow all production guidance
• Represent the role authentically with appropriate demeanor and presence

Requirements

• Must be a SAG-AFTRA member
• Must identify as Latino male
• Must be available to film in Westchester, NY
• Should be comfortable performing outdoors and portraying physical labor

Compensation

• $216 for 8 hours (union rate)
• Filming exterior scenes on location
• Valuable on-set experience with a professional production team

Casting Call: Guitar Players to Portray High School Students

Job Description
A production is seeking talented guitar players to appear as high school students in an upcoming shoot. This role is open to SAG and non-union performers with strong musical ability and youthful appearances. Filming will take place in the Bronx with transportation provided from Manhattan. This is a great opportunity to showcase your guitar skills on screen in a fun and energetic environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in a musically focused scene

• Perform with your own guitar during filming

• Follow on-set direction and contribute to the energy of the performance

• Maintain a youthful, believable presence as a student

Requirements

• Age 18+ with a youthful look suitable for a high school setting

• Must have your own guitar and be able to play confidently

• Available for the full shoot day

• Must be able to work in the Bronx and travel via van from Manhattan if needed

Compensation

• Special ability rate: $226 for 8 hours

• SAG and non-union talent welcome

• Transportation provided from Manhattan

Casting Call: Stand-In for Asian American Female Actor

Job Description
A production is hiring a reliable stand-in for an Asian American actress in an upcoming project filming in Syracuse, NY. This position is ideal for talent seeking steady on-set work, with multiple shoot days scheduled across June. The role requires someone with matching height and presence who can work closely with the crew during lighting setups, rehearsals, and camera blocking.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting and camera setup

• Maintain position and continuity with consistency and attention to detail

• Be responsive to direction from the assistant director and camera team

• Be punctual, focused, and professional on all assigned shoot days

Requirements

• Asian American woman

• Age range: 18–20s

• Height: Approximately 5’5″

• Must be local to Syracuse, NY

• Previous on-set experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• SAG Stand-In rate: $253 for 8 hours

• Multiple shoot dates throughout June

• Paid union work with professional crew

Job Description
Set in 1812, the film centers on Mary Shelley’s visit to Newburgh, accompanied by her new friends Isabella and Christian Baxter. When they attempt to introduce her to their eldest sister, Margaret Booth, tensions rise due to interference from Margaret’s husband, David Booth — a clever and assertive character whose presence disrupts the social atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David Booth with complexity, authority, and nuance

• Attend scheduled shoots in Newburgh during summer 2025

• Rehearse and perform stylized period dialogue

• Collaborate with a small, enthusiastic team in a community setting

Requirements

• Male actor who can play age 40

• Must be able to deliver lines with controlled intensity and layered emotion

• Comfortable portraying a clever, controlling personality

• Ideal for actors interested in character roles and historical productions

• Must be available during summer filming dates

Character Description

• David Booth (40ish): Clever, controlling, outspoken. Serves as a narrative obstacle and dramatic foil to the warmth of other characters.

Compensation

• This role is unpaid

• Costumes and production support provided

• Valuable experience for reel-building and period piece acting

Job Description
Set in 1812, the film follows Mary Shelley’s visit to Newburgh, Fife, where she is hosted by sisters Isabella and Christian Baxter. As they prepare to introduce Mary to their eldest sister Margaret Booth, emotional and social tensions arise, largely influenced by family dynamics. Christian Baxter plays a steady and practical role in this narrative, acting as both support and anchor to her younger sister.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as Christian Baxter with warmth and realism

• Film on location in Newburgh during summer 2025

• Wear period-accurate, handmade costumes

• Participate in a collaborative creative process

Requirements

• Female actor who can play age 19

• Warm, practical, grounded demeanor

• Must be available over the summer filming schedule

• Ideal for students, recent graduates, and new actors

• Passion for historical films and indie productions

Character Description

• Christian Baxter (19ish): Warm, friendly, and practical. The fourth daughter in her family and older sister to Isabella Baxter.

Compensation

• Volunteer-based opportunity for professional development

• All costumes and production support provided

• Work with a dedicated indie team passionate about storytelling and history

Job Description
The film follows Mary Shelley’s visit to Newburgh, Fife, in the company of Isabella and Christian Baxter. As the story unfolds, Mary is introduced to a new social circle and faces subtle tensions stirred by family dynamics. The role of Isabella is central to the emotional tone of the film, offering warmth and support to the main character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Isabella Baxter with authenticity and emotional depth

• Participate in summer filming on location in Newburgh, Fife

• Wear handcrafted period costumes and follow direction in stylized scenes

• Work closely with a small, passionate team of filmmakers

Requirements

• Female actor who can play age 17

• Warm, friendly, musical character presence

• Must be available during summer 2025

• Open to students, graduates, or emerging talent

• Passion for historical storytelling and character work

Character Description

• Isabella Baxter (17ish): Warm, friendly, and musical. Daughter of a Dundee mill owner. Serves as Mary Shelley’s welcoming companion during her visit to Fife.

Compensation

• Volunteer role — perfect for building your acting reel and gaining set experience

• Costumes, props, and filming support provided

• Collaborative, supportive creative environment

Job Description
The film follows a young Mary Shelley visiting Newburgh, Fife, alongside friends Isabella and Christian Baxter. Their visit to Margaret Booth is disrupted by her brother-in-law, David Booth, stirring tension and emotional shifts within the group. The film highlights themes of belonging, social dynamics, and early 19th-century customs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historically inspired characters with emotional authenticity

• Participate in filming over the summer in Newburgh

• Collaborate on a low-budget, community-led production

• Wear period costumes and follow direction for stylized dialogue

Requirements

• Open to young graduates, students, and emerging actors

• Interest in history, costume drama, and independent filmmaking

• Must be available over summer for scheduled shoots

• English or London accent preferred for lead role

Key Role

• Mary Shelley (15ish): Bright, progressive, emotionally expressive; must deliver lines with vulnerability and poise in an English accent

Compensation

• This is a low-budget production, ideal for experience and portfolio development

• Costumes and props provided by production

• Collaborative environment with potential for future community film work

Upscale Non-Union Background Talent for Restaurant Scene

Job Description
A scripted television drama is seeking non-union background talent to portray elegant restaurant patrons in a high-end dining scene. Filming will take place at a Manhattan location, and production is looking for individuals who exude style, sophistication, and modern chic. This is a great opportunity to step into a polished on-screen environment and be part of a high-profile series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale diners in a visually dynamic restaurant interior

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated, fashionable attire

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and background coordinator

Requirements

• Must be non-union

• Must be available for scheduled filming in Manhattan

• Must bring formal or upscale wardrobe options suitable for fine dining

• Should be comfortable performing in a polished, high-end environment

Compensation

• Paid non-union background role

• Network-level production credit

• Great visibility in a recurring series scene