Pennsylvania Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A faith-based short film titled Anxiety is seeking experienced crew members for a paid one-day production in Philadelphia. The film follows a college student who experiences a panic attack at a house party and navigates the experience through a spiritual encounter sparked by a Bible verse.

The project is an experimental short film that will use creative lighting, color, and visual storytelling techniques to explore themes of anxiety, faith, and personal transformation. Production is seeking passionate professionals who are excited about the story and committed to helping create a festival-quality film.

Job Responsibilities

Co-Director

• Collaborate on creative and production decisions.
• Assist with directing cast and overseeing production execution.
• Help maintain the project’s artistic vision.

Cinematographer / Director of Photography

• Capture cinematic visuals aligned with the film’s visual style.
• Collaborate with the director on camera movement, framing, and lighting.
• Execute creative visual concepts throughout production.

Boom Operator

• Capture clean production audio during filming.
• Assist the sound department with microphone placement and monitoring.
• Maintain audio quality throughout the shoot.

Gaffer

• Design and execute lighting setups.
• Support the visual style through creative lighting techniques.
• Collaborate with the cinematographer and director to achieve the desired mood.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience in the department being applied for.
• Resume and examples of previous work required.
• Passion for independent filmmaking and collaborative production environments.
• Ability to work efficiently on a one-day shoot.
• Experience with creative lighting and color-based visual storytelling is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in faith-based storytelling and the film’s subject matter.

Compensation Details

• Co-Director: $150
• Cinematographer / Director of Photography: $150
• Boom Operator: $100
• Gaffer: $100
• IMDb credit provided.
• Meals provided during production.

Background Talent for Cancer Treatment Center Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial campaign for a cancer treatment center is seeking background talent for an upcoming shoot in the Philadelphia area. Producers are looking for authentic, relatable individuals who can help portray realistic healthcare and patient interactions. This is a paid commercial opportunity for mature talent interested in working on a meaningful healthcare-focused campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray patients, visitors, or community members in commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in healthcare-themed background scenarios
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
• Help create authentic and welcoming on-camera environments

Requirements

• Ages 45–65
• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Comfortable appearing in healthcare-related commercial scenes
• Reliable and professional
• Able to work in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Non-union production
• Professional on-set experience
• Additional compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description

A security technology company project is seeking adult background talent for special paid shifts in Greensburg. Casting directors are looking for individuals who meet specific height and build requirements for featured roles in a short production shift. This is a great opportunity for local talent seeking paid work with the potential for additional bookings.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a scheduled production shift for a security technology company project.
• Follow on-set instructions from production staff and casting coordinators.
• Arrive on time and remain available for the entire scheduled shift.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the production.

Requirements

Women

• Age 18+
• Height between 4’11” and 5’3″
• Slender to average build

Men

• Age 18+
• Height between 6’2″ and 6’4″
• Big or broad build

Additional Requirements:

• Must not have previously worked on this project in 2025 or 2026.
• Must be able to provide accurate height and weight information.
• Must be available for the assigned shift time.

Compensation Details

• $75 for a 2.5-hour shift.
• Selected talent may also be eligible for an additional 4-hour shift paying $100 on another day.

Steel Mill Workers for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking men to portray steel mill workers in an upcoming movie filming in the Pittsburgh area. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for individuals who can authentically represent hardworking industrial workers on screen. Production is specifically looking for fresh faces who have not previously worked on the project in certain featured categories.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a steel mill worker in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Arrive prepared and available for early call times
• Help create a realistic industrial work environment on screen

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–60
• Able to portray a steel mill worker
• Must be available for filming in the Pittsburgh area
• Comfortable working as background talent on a film set
• Reliable and punctual for early morning call times
• Fresh faces preferred who have not previously appeared in specific featured roles on the production

Compensation

• $250 for a 12-hour workday guaranteed
• Professional feature film experience
• Opportunity to work on a major film production
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Healthcare Company Digital Campaign Talent

Job Description

A healthcare company is casting paid talent for an upcoming digital campaign featuring video and still photography. Production is seeking authentic individuals to appear in marketing content designed for digital platforms. This is a great opportunity for local talent interested in commercial modeling, lifestyle photography, and branded content work.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in professional video and photo shoots
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Portray relatable and authentic healthcare-focused scenarios
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production
• Attend all scheduled shoot dates as required

Requirements

• Must be a local hire in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area
• Open to the following talent types:
  • Black male, 60s
  • White male, ages 40–50
  • Asian female, ages 30–40
• Comfortable appearing in both video and still photography content
• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction
• Available for scheduled production dates

Compensation

• Paid opportunity ranging from $1,200 to $3,000
• Compensation varies based on usage
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a healthcare marketing campaign
• Portfolio-building and industry exposure

Kid Photo Doubles for Film Production

Job Description

A production is now casting kid photo doubles for an upcoming filming day. Casting directors are seeking children and young performers who closely match the appearance, height, clothing sizes, shoe sizes, hair color, and overall look of principal cast members.

Applicants should carefully review the role specifications and ensure they closely resemble the reference photos before submitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for principal cast members
• Match wardrobe, physical appearance, and on-set positioning requirements
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

Photo Double 1

• Female
• Caucasian
• Height: 4’2″–4’4″
• Weight: 57–70 lbs
• Children’s clothing size 10
• Shoe size 3
• Dirty blonde, light brown, or blonde hair
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Photo Double 2

• Female
• Caucasian
• Height: 5’1″–5’3″
• Weight: 80–90 lbs
• Children’s clothing size 12/14
• Shoe size 6
• Dirty blonde or light brown hair
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Photo Double 3

• Male
• Caucasian
• Height: 5’8″–5’10”
• Weight: 140–150 lbs
• Pants size 29×33
• Small shirt size
• Shoe size 9
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours

Female Research Participants for Security Technology Project

Job Description

A security technology company is seeking local women for a paid research project in Pittsburgh’s North Shore area. Participants will help support the development of technology designed to distinguish people from objects in emergency situations within schools, hospitals, and retail environments. This is not traditional film or television extra work. The project involves walking short distances repeatedly while carrying various items during recorded scenario recreations in a school setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in recorded scenario recreations
• Walk short distances repeatedly while carrying various props and items
• Follow instructions from the research team
• Use a smartphone during portions of the project if needed
• Remain active and on your feet throughout the shift

Requirements

• Female
• Height: 4’11″–5’3″
• Slender to average build
• Age 18+
• Must have a smartphone
• No mobility limitations
• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area
• Reliable transportation required
• Must not have previously worked on this project in 2025 or 2026

Compensation

• $75 for a 2.5-hour shift
• Additional opportunity to book a separate 4-hour shift for $100

Moses Stand-In

Job Description

A promotional campaign filming in Pittsburgh is seeking an African American male stand-in for a paid two-day opportunity. Candidates should closely match the listed physical specifications and be available for both filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in during lighting and camera setups
• Follow production direction
• Support crew operations throughout filming
• Maintain continuity between takes

Requirements

• African American/Black male
• Height: 5’9″–5’11”
• Black hair
• Age range: 30–60s
• Must be 18 or older
• Fully available June 15 and June 16
• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours

Hobbs Stand-In

Job Description

A promotional production is casting a Caucasian female stand-in for filming in Pittsburgh. The role requires full availability across both production dates and the ability to work long filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during production setup
• Follow instructions from the crew
• Assist with maintaining scene continuity
• Be available throughout filming hours

Requirements

• Caucasian female
• Height: 5’4″–5’6″
• Blonde hair
• Age range: 30–60s
• Must be 18 or older
• Available June 15 and June 16
• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours

Bunny Stand-In

Job Description

A Pittsburgh-based promotional shoot is seeking an African American male stand-in for a two-day filming opportunity. Casting directors are looking for talent who closely matches the listed physical specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in technical stand-in work
• Follow production and crew instructions
• Support lighting and camera setup processes
• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• African American/Black male
• Height: 6’1″–6’4″
• Black hair
• Age range: 20s–50s
• Must be 18 or older
• Available both filming dates
• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours