Pennsylvania Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Grocery Store Commercial Extras – Night Shift Roles

Job Description

A grocery store chain is seeking adult background actors for overnight filming in the Pittsburgh area. Casting directors are looking for dependable and professional talent to appear in commercial scenes during night shoots. This is a paid opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a large-scale commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray shoppers, customers, or background characters in grocery store scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared for overnight production schedules
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Adults age 18 and older
• Available for at least one overnight filming date
• Comfortable working overnight hours
• Reliable transportation to the Pittsburgh area
• Able to follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism
• Recent photos reflecting current appearance may be required during the application process

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours of work
• Opportunity to gain commercial production experience
• Professional on-set environment
• Potential for future background acting opportunities

Movie Extras with Cars for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking background actors for multiple roles in Pittsburgh. Casting directors are looking for adults with vehicles, ice skaters with cars, and parents with vehicles to appear in various scenes. This is a paid opportunity to work on a major production and gain valuable on-set experience. Additional opportunities may become available as filming continues.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians, community members, or other background characters
• Use your personal vehicle in scenes if selected
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Arrive prepared and available for the full workday

Requirements

• Adults ages 30–70 with a vehicle
• Ice skaters ages 30–70 with a vehicle
• Parents with a vehicle
• Vehicles cannot be white, red, or bright neon colors
• Ice skaters do not need to actively skate but should be able to bring skates, hockey gear, gym bags, backpacks, or similar equipment
• Reliable transportation and availability for filming dates
• Professional attitude and ability to follow direction

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours
• Additional $30 vehicle bump if your car is used in filming
• Professional feature film experience
• Opportunity for future background acting opportunities

Job Description

The upcoming feature film UnMASKed is casting lead and supporting actors for a dark horror-comedy production filming in the Philadelphia and Bucks County area. The project combines elements of comedy, horror, music, and drama, offering performers the opportunity to portray memorable characters in a unique genre film.

Actors with strong comedic timing, dramatic range, musical abilities, or stage presence are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a feature-length horror-comedy film.
• Attend rehearsals, filming dates, and production meetings as required.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop authentic performances.
• Follow on-set direction and production schedules.
• Participate in scenes involving special effects makeup and mature subject matter when required by the role.

Requirements

Amanda / The Mask (Lead)

• Female, mid-to-late 20s.
• Lead singer of a local band.
• Strong dramatic and comedic acting ability.
• Comfortable with sensitive subject matter and simulated gore.
• Must be comfortable wearing prosthetics and special effects makeup.
• Singing ability preferred but not required.

Jackson (Supporting)

• Male, mid-to-late 20s.
• Amanda’s best friend and bandmate.
• Easygoing personality with strong comedic and dramatic range.
• Guitar-playing experience preferred but not required.

Patrick (Supporting)

• Male, mid-to-late 30s.
• Band manager, producer, and Amanda’s former boyfriend.
• Strong dramatic acting skills required.
• Guitar-playing experience preferred but not required.

Submission Requirements

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Acting résumé
• Acting reel
• Singing reel (if applicable)
• Instrument performance reel (if applicable)

Compensation Details

• Paid acting opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• IMDb credit included.

Featured Background – Pregnant Women for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description

A healthcare commercial is now casting visibly pregnant women for featured background roles in an upcoming commercial production. This paid opportunity is seeking authentic talent to portray patients in realistic healthcare settings, including consultation and ultrasound scenes. Selected talent will work closely with the production team to help create genuine and relatable healthcare-focused content.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured background performer in a healthcare commercial
• Portray a patient in medical consultation or ultrasound-related scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Participate in filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be visibly pregnant
• Comfortable portraying a patient in a healthcare environment
• Able to take direction and work collaboratively on set
• Available for the scheduled filming period
• No visible tattoos on the face, neck, ears, chest, stomach, wrists, or hands

Compensation

• $1,500 flat rate
• Featured background role in a commercial production
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced commercial production team

Paid Research Project Participants

Job Description
A paid research project is seeking adults in the Pittsburgh and Greensburg areas to participate in recorded scenario recreations for a security software technology study. Participants will help support the development of emergency response technology designed for schools, hospitals, and retail environments. This opportunity is ideal for reliable local talent comfortable performing repetitive movement-based tasks in a controlled research setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in recorded scenario recreations for research purposes
• Walk short distances repeatedly while carrying props or various items
• Follow directions from the research team during sessions
• Remain professional and cooperative throughout the project
• Use a charged smartphone during participation

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older
• Must be local to the Pittsburgh or Greensburg area
• Reliable transportation required
• Comfortable standing and walking for several hours
• Must be comfortable around unloaded airsoft guns used as props
• Open to all body types and backgrounds
• Must not have previously worked on this project

Compensation

• $100 for approximately 4 hours
• Multiple shifts available
• Free parking provided
• Paid research participation opportunity

Job Description
FNO Productions is seeking a reliable videographer for a two-day production in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The project involves filming boxing-style event coverage, including weigh-ins and pre- and post-fight footage. This opportunity is ideal for videographers experienced in live event coverage and sports-style filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture boxing-style footage during scheduled event coverage
• Film weigh-ins and pre-fight and post-fight content
• Operate professional video equipment independently
• Deliver raw footage to the production team
• Maintain professionalism throughout both production days

Requirements

• Prior videography experience preferred
• Experience filming sports or live events is a plus
• Must provide:
  • Portfolio
  • Equipment list
  • Contact information
• No editing required
• Email subject line should read: “Allentown Videographer”

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Job Description
A documentary production is seeking a Production Assistant (PA) to support an upcoming project filming in the Philadelphia area. The production team is looking for a reliable and organized individual to assist with on-set operations and production needs throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the production team with daily on-set tasks
• Help coordinate equipment, crew, and production logistics
• Support filming operations as needed
• Maintain professionalism and efficiency during production days
• Perform additional production-related duties assigned by the team

Requirements

• Prior production assistant or film set experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Must be dependable and punctual
• Must submit a resume for consideration

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

MLB Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A Philadelphia-based MLB commercial is now casting talent for featured roles in an upcoming production shooting June 8. Casting directors are seeking confident, camera-ready performers with strong personality and natural charisma for baseball-themed commercial scenes. Talent must be legally 21 or older. No travel expenses will be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray baseball game attendees and featured commercial characters
• Participate in stadium and sports-themed commercial scenes
• Follow creative direction during filming
• Bring energy, confidence, and authenticity to on-camera performances

Requirements

• Female Caucasian, ages 21 to late 30s, for featured guest role
• Male bartender, ages 21 to late 30s, with real bartender experience preferred
• Must have strong personality and confidence on camera
• Legally 21 years or older
• Comfortable working in commercial production environments
• Local hires preferred due to no travel provided

Compensation

• Featured talent rate: $1,500
• Commercial shoots June 8
• Paid commercial opportunity
• Rate subject to agency fee

Content Creators, Influencers, and Photographers for Culture Fest

Job Description
Culture Fest is now seeking content creators, influencers, photographers, videographers, and media personalities to join the official creator program for an upcoming cultural event at Liberty Point. Producers are looking for passionate creatives who love capturing fashion, music, community, and unforgettable live experiences.

This opportunity is ideal for digital creators and media professionals looking to expand their portfolio, gain event access, and create engaging festival content.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture photo and video content during Culture Fest
• Create engaging social media and digital content
• Showcase festival experiences, fashion, music, and community moments
• Collaborate with the event and creator teams
• Produce creative visual storytelling content for online platforms

Requirements

• Seeking:
  • Content creators
  • Influencers
  • Photographers
  • Videographers
  • Media personalities
• Passion for culture, fashion, music, and live events
• Strong social media or content portfolio preferred
• Comfortable creating live event and lifestyle content
• Must be available for the festival event at Liberty Point

Compensation

• Exclusive creator access to Culture Fest
• Curated content creation opportunities
• Networking and brand exposure opportunities
• Opportunity to collaborate with event organizers and creators

Actors and Models for Eye Care Brand Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A major eye care brand is now casting non-union talent for an upcoming healthcare marketing campaign filming in the Philadelphia area. Producers are seeking authentic performers and lifestyle talent for a commercial and social media campaign focused on relatable, real-world characters.

This opportunity is ideal for models, athletes, parents, and character talent interested in high-paying commercial work with a nationally recognized healthcare campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in commercial and marketing campaign content
• Participate in lifestyle and branded scenes on camera
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Bring natural and authentic performances to the project
• Attend self-tape callbacks if selected by casting

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Male blue-collar type, Caucasian or multi-ethnic, appears ages 45–55
  • Female basketball or volleyball athlete type, Asian or multi-ethnic, appears ages 18–22
  • Female mom type with yoga ability, African American, appears ages 35–45
  • African American child, appears ages 4–6
• Must submit current headshot, full-body photo, and resume
• Photos do not need to be professional but must be current
• Comfortable appearing in commercial and social media content
• Local Philadelphia-area talent preferred

Compensation

• $850 per day session fee plus 20% agency fee if applicable
• $1,000 yearly usage fee plus 20% agency fee if applicable