NYC Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Expert Sushi Chef Needed for TV Series Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a highly skilled Japanese sushi chef for a featured background role. This special ability role requires real expertise in cutting and preparing large bluefin tuna. The chef will be featured performing authentic sushi preparation techniques on camera as part of a dynamic TV series. This is a great opportunity to showcase culinary mastery on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform traditional sushi preparation techniques, including cutting bluefin tuna

• Work on set across multiple filming days

• Contribute authenticity to a kitchen-based scene

Requirements

• Must be an experienced sushi chef, with demonstrated skill in slicing large tuna

• Familiarity with Japanese cuisine and sushi preparation is essential

• Must be comfortable on camera in a working kitchen environment

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate disclosed upon booking)

• Work with a professional cast and crew on a TV series

• Showcase your skills to a national audience

Job Description
A major cable network is launching a new unscripted docuseries spotlighting successful, tight-knit friend groups who once attended New York City’s elite prep schools. If you’re still rolling with your original crew and have the kind of long-lasting friendship that’s full of real history, big personalities, and luxury lifestyles—this casting call is for you. Join a series that explores how friendships evolve while navigating love, careers, and social life in NYC’s most exclusive circles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as yourself in a docuseries filmed in New York

• Share personal stories, relationships, and lifestyle moments on camera

• Collaborate with producers to authentically capture your group dynamic

• Represent your prep school legacy and NYC social connections

Requirements

• Alumni of top NYC prep schools, preferably attended in the early 2000s

• Strong, ongoing friendships with fellow alumni

• Confident, successful, and outspoken individuals

• Must reside in or have strong ties to New York’s social scene

Compensation

• Paid television appearance

• National exposure on a major cable network

• Opportunity to build your public profile and expand media opportunities

Background Talent with Physical Disabilities Needed for TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking individuals with physical disabilities to appear as background actors throughout the season. This opportunity is open to performers with visible disabilities, including those with cerebral palsy, wheelchair users, and individuals with other physical conditions. The production values authenticity and is committed to inclusive casting that represents real diversity on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in background scenes across multiple episodes
• Help bring authenticity and representation to the production
• Be punctual, professional, and responsive to production needs

Requirements

• Must have a physical disability (visible or mobility-based)
• Open to SAG and Non-Union performers
• All ethnicities and gender identities encouraged to apply
• Must be available for general background work as needed

Compensation

• Paid at standard union or non-union background rates
• Professional on-set experience on a high-profile television series
• Opportunity to be part of a fully inclusive and diverse production

Snapchat Users Needed for Paid Video Shoot

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for energetic and expressive individuals who use Snapchat regularly to appear in a paid video shoot. This is a great opportunity for social media-savvy talent to showcase their personality on camera and be featured in an upcoming project. Whether you’re a content creator or just love sharing snaps with friends, this casting call is open to you.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a professional shoot

• Represent authentic Snapchat user behavior and lifestyle

• Follow direction from the production team on shoot day

Requirements

• Must be 18–25 years old

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must use Snapchat on a daily basis

• Must be a New York local (no travel provided)

• Comfortable in front of the camera and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $500 for the session

• Additional $2,500 buyout if featured in final edit

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)