NYC Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Contemporary Dancer for Music Video in New York

Job Description
A music video production in New York City is seeking a contemporary dancer who can self-choreograph and deliver a visually compelling performance. This is a great opportunity for a dancer with strong creative instincts and solo performance experience to take center stage in a high-impact, artistic shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and perform your own contemporary dance choreography

• Interpret the music’s emotion and rhythm with originality and precision

• Collaborate with the director to align movement with the video’s visual narrative

• Be prepared to perform solo on camera with minimal direction

Requirements

• Male or female dancers welcome

• Must be based in or able to work in New York, NY

• Strong background in contemporary dance

• Comfortable with self-choreographing for camera

• Must submit a dance reel or video showcasing your work

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Featured solo performance in professional music video

Freelance Casting Director for Fashion and Branded Content

A boutique creative studio is hiring an experienced freelance casting professional to join its expanding team. This is a flexible, remote-friendly opportunity for someone who brings deep fashion industry knowledge, strong agency relationships, and the ability to curate visually striking talent presentations across editorial, advertising, and branded content campaigns.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead casting for editorial shoots, fashion campaigns, and branded video projects

• Build and present creative casting decks aligned with brand aesthetics and campaign goals

• Source talent both locally and globally depending on project scope and budget

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure casting aligns with timelines and deliverables

• Negotiate talent rates, usage, and contractual terms with agencies and managers

• Maintain relationships with top modeling agencies, managers, and emerging talent

• Work independently and on-location as needed with the ability to scale resources quickly

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in fashion advertising, editorial, or branded content

• Deep understanding of fashion, art, celebrity, and pop culture

• Established network of model and talent agents across key markets

• High-level organizational and communication skills

• Refined visual sensibility and strong creative direction capabilities

• Must be comfortable with remote collaboration and freelance flexibility

• NYC-based preferred but not required

Compensation

• Freelance/contract-based compensation

• Work on high-profile projects with creative freedom

• Join a team with global reach and cultural relevance

Female Actor to Portray Housekeeper in Film or TV Production

A casting team is currently seeking non-union female actors to portray a housekeeper of Korean descent for an upcoming shoot. This role will be featured in a professional production and requires someone who can deliver a natural, grounded presence on screen. Ideal for performers looking to add authentic character roles to their portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a housekeeper in scripted background or featured scenes

• Follow on-set direction and contribute to a realistic household setting

• Maintain continuity and a professional demeanor throughout the filming day

• Be prepared for multiple takes and changes in production flow

Requirements

• Non-union female talent

• Must be able to portray Korean descent authentically

• Professional appearance and strong attention to direction

• Must be available for the full filming day

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours

• Great opportunity for portfolio content and professional on-set experience

• Work with an experienced production team

Casting Call for Upscale Party Guests with Luxury Cars – TV Series

A stylish new TV series is casting union talent who own high-end luxury vehicles to portray upper-class parents attending an exclusive kids’ party. This is a great opportunity to bring elegance and luxury to screen with your polished presence and sleek ride. Talent will be featured in a high-society setting filled with glamour, sophistication, and camera-ready vibes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an upscale parent attending a luxury party scene

• Arrive on set with your own high-end vehicle for filming

• Follow on-set direction and contribute to a polished ensemble atmosphere

• Participate in fittings ahead of the shoot day

Requirements

• Union talent only

• Must own and be able to bring a luxury car to set

• Must be able to portray upscale, well-dressed parents

• Fittings take place in Yonkers; work takes place in Rye, NY

• Must be available for both fitting and shoot dates

Compensation

• Union rates per project scale

• Work on a visually elevated TV series set

• Feature your luxury car in a professionally produced scene

Casting Call for Specialty Performers – Stilt Walkers & Bubble Acrobats for TV Series

A vibrant TV series is now casting experienced stilt walkers and bubble acrobats to bring visual flair and high-energy movement to an upcoming production. If you’re a specialty performer with circus-style skills and a standout presence, this is your moment to shine on camera. The shoot will take place on location in Long Island, NY, with tentative work dates scheduled across multiple days.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform specialty acts such as stilt walking or bubble acrobatics on camera

• Collaborate with the production team to execute visually dynamic scenes

• Maintain performance safety and costume integrity throughout filming

• Bring unique energy and personality to the screen

Requirements

• Must be a skilled stilt walker or bubble acrobat

• Professional performance experience preferred

• Must be available for all tentative shoot dates

• Ability to self-report to set in Long Island, NY

• Comfortable performing outdoors and in front of cameras

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience and specialty act

• Opportunity to be featured in a major TV series

• Work alongside other high-level performers and production professionals

Day Player – Jack Salon, Furniture Store Owner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Seeking a determined and emotionally grounded actor for the role of Jack Salon, a hardworking Jewish furniture store owner who refuses to cave to mafia pressure. Jack is stubborn, sharp, and fiercely protective of his growing family—especially with a pregnant wife at home. His unwillingness to pay for protection marks him for retaliation. This role requires grit, emotional complexity, and strong presence in both tense and tender scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a proud, no-nonsense businessman under threat

• Deliver dialogue with conviction, edge, and emotional honesty

• Navigate scenes of rising tension and personal vulnerability

• Reflect love and protectiveness in scenes with on-screen wife

• Support the emotional core of a man standing his ground against fear

Requirements

• Male, White / European Descent, ages 35–45

• Height: 5’6” to 6’5”; Weight: 175–200 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, or brown

• Must speak with a strong New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Ability to portray both stubborn strength and emotional nuance

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$100/day

• Estimated total: $250–$500 (approx. 5 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Lisa Salon (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting an emotionally expressive actress for the role of Lisa Salon, the pregnant wife of furniture store owner Jack Salon. Lisa is deeply concerned for her husband’s safety after he’s beaten by the mob but feels powerless as he refuses to seek help. Torn between fear and loyalty, Lisa is the emotional anchor of her family. This role requires warmth, vulnerability, and the ability to express growing desperation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pregnant wife filled with concern and emotional tension

• Deliver lines with sincerity, compassion, and urgency

• Support dramatic scenes that explore love, fear, and helplessness

• Show the internal conflict of wanting to protect your family but being unheard

• Use subtle expressions and gestures to reflect layered emotion

Requirements

• Female, White / European Descent, ages 30–35

• Height: 5’5” to 5’8”; Weight: 150–180 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Must have strong emotional range and a natural, grounded presence

Compensation

• Rate: $50/day

• Estimated total: $150 (approx. 3 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Richie Caruso, Pizzeria Owner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a strong-willed actor to play Richie Caruso, a proud and defiant New York pizzeria owner. Richie refuses to bow to mob pressure, believing in his independence and the business he built from the ground up. His bold refusal to pay for protection sets off a dangerous chain of events. This role is perfect for an actor with commanding presence, grit, and a classic New Yorker edge.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident, street-smart pizzeria owner

• Deliver lines with stubborn conviction and emotional truth

• Support confrontation scenes with natural tension and energy

• Reflect loyalty to his values and refusal to be intimidated

• Show pride, frustration, and subtle vulnerability as stakes rise

Requirements

• Male, Italian-looking, ages 45–55

• Height: 5’6” to 5’10”; Weight: 175–200 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Must speak with a thick New York accent

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Strong screen presence and ability to show layered strength

Compensation

• Rate: $50–$100/day

• Estimated total: $100–$200 (approx. 2 days of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Jerry Palmanellie, Bakery Owner (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a determined and emotionally driven actor for the role of Jerry Palmanellie, a proud bakery owner struggling under the weight of mafia extortion. Jerry is a man of tradition who takes pride in his craft but carries growing resentment toward those who demand payment for “protection.” When faced with confrontation, he doesn’t back down—his anger simmering beneath a firm exterior. This role requires intensity and the ability to show layered frustration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hardworking, prideful small business owner

• Express anger, resistance, and emotional weariness in dialogue

• Support a confrontation scene with realism and quiet fury

• Show a transition from defiant to reluctantly submissive

• Reflect years of hard work and tension through body language and delivery

Requirements

• Male, ages 50–55

• Height: 5’6” to 5’10”; Weight: 190–250 lbs

• Hair: Grey, black, brown, or blonde

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Must deliver powerful dialogue and authentic frustration

Compensation

• Rate: $50/day

• Estimated total: $50 (1 day of work)

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)

Day Player – Roberto Garcia, Barber (Crime Thriller Feature Film)

Job Description
Casting a calm and meticulous actor for the role of Roberto Garcia, a longtime personal barber to mafia boss Vito Labroskie. Roberto is a man of precision, pride, and quiet loyalty. He moves with deliberate care, treating every haircut as a ritual of respect. Though he keeps his distance from the criminal world, his silence speaks volumes. This role requires subtle acting and a composed, professional presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a skilled, loyal barber with focused attention to detail

• Use controlled body language and minimal dialogue to convey calm authority

• Perform barbering actions with care and authenticity (styling experience a plus)

• Reflect years of quiet loyalty and discipline in your demeanor

• Support an intimate scene between character and mob boss

Requirements

• Male, Latino / Hispanic, ages 60–70

• Height: 5’5” to 5’8”; Weight: 200–210 lbs

• Hair: Black, brown, or blonde

• Required media: Headshot/Photo

• Must portray quiet respect, precision, and emotional restraint

Compensation

• Not Paid

• Meals and craft services included (travel not covered)