New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Newborn Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
Casting newborn babies ages 15 days to 1 month for a paid background role in a major television series. Production is seeking single babies or twins to portray the newborn child of a principal character. No experience is required—this is an excellent opportunity for families with very young infants who are comfortable being on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newborn in a hospital setting

• Remain calm and comfortable during filming with support from a parent or guardian

• Follow simple on-set instructions provided to guardians

• Participate in interior hospital scene as required

Requirements

• Single babies or twins ages 15 days to 1 month

• Caucasian appearance to match principal actor

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

• Parent or guardian must accompany the baby on set

Compensation

• $300 for single babies

• $350 for twins (each)

Major Airline Commercial – Leads and Extras

Job Description
Casting men and women for a major airline commercial filming at JFK Airport in New York. Production is seeking confident, camera-ready talent able to portray relatable travelers for a professional advertising campaign. Talent may be needed on one or both shoot days, so full availability is encouraged when submitting. This project involves paid advertising usage across digital, social, and static placements for three years.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in featured or background roles with natural, expressive energy

• Follow direction from the production team while maintaining professionalism

• Bring authentic traveler reactions and relatable behavior to camera

• Participate in full-day sessions as scheduled

• Arrive prepared with an updated headshot and wardrobe guidance

Requirements

• Men and women, any ethnicity

• Ages 25–60

• Must be available for both December 16 and 17

• Must be able to self-report to JFK (no travel provided)

Compensation
Leads

• $1,000 session fee per day

• $1,200 guaranteed buyout (flat rate)

Extras

• $500 full-day session

• $650 one-time usage payment

NYC Campaign Talent (Locals Only)

Job Description
Casting is looking for New York–based men and women to appear in a campaign for a well-known shopping app. Production is seeking individuals with relatable looks, great personality on camera, and authentic lifestyle appeal. Selected talent must be available for upcoming hold dates in December.

Job Responsibilities
• Participate in a lifestyle-style campaign shoot
• Take direction from the creative and production teams
• Bring natural, expressive energy to camera
• Arrive on set prepared and on time

Requirements
• Men ages 26–35
• Women ages 25–32 who actively practice yoga
• Must be NYC locals
• Recent photos and basic information (name, location)

Compensation
• Paid opportunity

Law & Order Season 25 Kickboxer Roles

Job Description
Casting is underway for talent to portray kickboxers for an upcoming episode of Law & Order Season 25. Production is looking for both Union and Non-Union performers with strong physicality and authentic kickboxing skills. Filming will take place in the Midtown West area of Manhattan.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray a kickboxer in scene-specific action
• Follow choreography and direction from the stunt and production teams
• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set
• Perform light physical action as required

Compensation
• SAG-AFTRA rate: $234 for 8 hours

Job Description
A feature film shooting in Queens, New York is seeking background extras to portray pedestrians and onlookers in an outdoor neighborhood scene. Talent will help bring authenticity and energy to the environment by naturally interacting with the space and reacting to scene activity. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working on set and contributing to a lively street atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a pedestrian/onlooker in outdoor street scenes

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity in appearance and positioning throughout filming

• Bring natural, everyday energy to the environment

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–65

• Non-union

• Must have full-day availability

• Comfortable being on set and following direction

Compensation

• Paid background role

Pop-Star – Lead Role

Job Description
A bold, high-energy short film is casting an actress to play Pop-Star, the electrifying alter-ego of the protagonist. Pop-Star is the physical embodiment of Star’s desire for fame—sensual, fearless, flirty, magnetic, and unapologetically attention-grabbing. She embodies everything Star suppresses. Pop-Star exists to tempt Star into chasing the version of herself she could become, challenging her to step outside her insecurities and embrace ambition. This role requires a performer with strong charisma, stage presence, and the ability to transform into a larger-than-life persona.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Pop-Star with boldness, sensuality, and high-intensity energy

• Perform stylized, dramatic, and performance-driven scenes

• Bring strong physicality and commanding screen presence

• Work closely with the director to shape the duality between Star and Pop-Star

• Participate in rehearsals, costume fittings, and character development moments

Requirements

• Female, all ethnicities

• Strong performing ability and on-camera confidence

• Comfortable portraying a flirty, dynamic, attention-commanding persona

• Ability to embody heightened emotion and physical expression

• Professional, reliable, and fully available during filming dates

Compensation

• Short film project in NYC

• Shoots February 19–22

• Credit, footage for reel, and creative collaboration

Star – Lead Role

Job Description
A dynamic NY-based short film is seeking an actress to play Star, the emotional core and primary protagonist of the story. Star is a struggling songwriter battling depression, distraction, and financial instability. She rarely steps out of her comfort zone—until a harsh rejection from a record executive forces her to confront her deepest fears. This moment awakens a powerful desire to evolve, ultimately manifesting as her bold alter-ego, Pop-Star. This role requires a performer with strong emotional range, vulnerability, and the ability to portray both internal turmoil and quiet resilience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Star with emotional honesty, depth, and nuance

• Perform dramatic scenes involving vulnerability, frustration, and creative struggle

• Collaborate with the director to develop a grounded, layered performance

• Participate in rehearsals and follow detailed direction

• Convey the character’s internal conflict and transformation

Requirements

• Female, all ethnicities

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable depicting themes of depression, ambition, and identity

• Ability to tap into emotional vulnerability and character complexity

• Reliable, professional, and fully available during the production window

Compensation

• Short film project based in NYC

• Shoots February 19–22

• Credit, experience, and footage for reel

Tess – Co-Lead Role

Job Description
A new independent feature film is casting a young actress to play Tess, a Chinese American teenager navigating grief, identity, and emotional growth. Tess is sharp, self-assured, and deeply vulnerable beneath the surface—someone who hides her insecurities while grappling with personal loss. This co-lead role offers a powerful opportunity for a young performer with an authentic presence and emotional depth. Musical ability is welcome but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tess with honesty, nuance, and emotional range

• Perform dramatic scenes focused on grief, growth, and self-reflection

• Collaborate closely with the director and lead cast on character development

• Participate in rehearsals and follow creative direction on set

• Deliver both English dialogue and scenes requiring Mandarin or Cantonese

Requirements

• Female, Chinese American

• Ages 15–25

• Strong emotional presence and ability to perform vulnerable, layered scenes

• Must have command of Mandarin or Cantonese, as well as English

• Musical talent appreciated but not required

• Authentic, expressive, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• SAG feature film

• Filming in NYC

Club Scene Extras – Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking energetic, stylish extras to bring a lively club atmosphere to life. Talent will appear in vibrant nightlife scenes, moving naturally through the environment while adding realism and energy to the production. This non-union opportunity is perfect for those comfortable on camera and able to take direction in a busy set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray club-goers in an active nightlife setting

• Follow direction for movement, reactions, and scene flow

• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance throughout the shoot

• Bring authentic energy that fits a Lower East Side club vibe

Requirements

• Male and female, ages 21–35

• Comfortable in a nightlife environment with active background movement

• Must have full-day availability for the shoot

• Professional and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background role

Hand Models for Major Juice Brand Photo Shoot

Job Description
A major juice brand is looking for two hand models for a close-up product photography shoot. Talent will interact with the product through pouring, holding bottles or glasses, arranging ingredients, and other natural hand movements. Only hands will be shown—no on-camera facial appearance required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform hand movements for close-up product shots
• Hold bottles, glasses, and other props naturally
• Arrange ingredients and demonstrate product interaction
• Maintain clean, well-groomed hands throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female hand model, ages 21–35
• Male hand model, ages 21–35
• Must have well-groomed hands and nails
• Must be NYC-local or able to self-report (no travel provided)

Compensation

• Female hand model: $600 flat (approximately 8–10 hours)
• Male hand model: $600 flat (approximately 8–10 hours)
• Shoot will take place in an NYC studio (Brooklyn or Manhattan)