Philadelphia Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Performer Casting Call for Caribbean Sci-Fi Short Film “Humanos”

Job Description

A new Caribbean sci-fi short film, Humanos, is casting background performers and a supporting role for its expanding cinematic universe. Filming will take place in Philadelphia, and performers of all experience levels are encouraged to apply. This is an exciting opportunity to join an original sci-fi project celebrating Caribbean culture and diverse talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in scenes for the short film.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• For the supporting role, perform dialogue naturally in conversational Spanish.

Requirements

Background Performers

• Ages 18 and older.
• All genders, body types, and backgrounds welcome.
• Caribbean heritage encouraged.
• Spanish and Haitian Creole language skills are a plus.
• No acting experience required.

Supporting Role – Colmado Clerk

• Woman, age 30 or older.
• Afro-Caribbean performers preferred.
• Must speak conversational Spanish.
• Warm, grounded, and naturalistic performer.
• Must include a short self-tape in Spanish with your submission.

Compensation

• Compensation will be discussed on selected talents.

Real Family Casting Call for Baseball Commercial

Job Description

A paid baseball commercial is casting real families of four for a non-speaking production filming in Philadelphia. Casting directors are seeking authentic families of all ethnicities to portray a family enjoying baseball activities during All-Star Week. This is a great opportunity for real families to appear together in a national commercial campaign, with an additional travel opportunity available for selected families.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real family in a baseball-themed commercial.
• Portray natural family interactions while enjoying baseball activities.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day in Philadelphia.
• Selected families may also participate in an additional pickup shoot in Chicago.

Requirements

• Real family of four.
• Dad, ages 36–45.
• Mom, ages 36–45.
• Daughter, ages 9–10.
• Son, age 12.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be available to film in Philadelphia.
• Must be available during the week of August 24–28 for the potential Chicago pickup shoot.

Compensation

• $400 per person for the filming day.
• Overtime paid after 12 hours.
• For families selected for the Chicago pickup shoot, travel, hotel accommodations, and per diem will be provided for three days.

Tourism Commercial Casting Call for Actors in Their 20s

Job Description

A paid tourism commercial is casting non-union, non-speaking principal actors in their 20s for an outdoor festival commercial filming in Kane, Pennsylvania. Casting directors are seeking energetic men and women of diverse backgrounds to portray a group of friends enjoying a lively festival. This is an excellent opportunity for talent who can bring authentic, fun-loving energy to a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend enjoying activities at an outdoor festival.
• Participate in scenes involving dancing, socializing, and exploring festival attractions.
• Perform naturally while interacting with other cast members.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Be available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Non-union actors, ages 20–29.
• White, Middle Eastern, or Black men and women.
• Must be comfortable participating in outdoor festival activities, which may include mechanical bull riding and axe throwing.
• Must have reliable transportation to Kane, Pennsylvania.
• Must be available to work in Kane, Pennsylvania.

Compensation

• $1,400 for the shoot day and usage.
• Mileage reimbursement provided.
• Tolls provided.
• Hotel accommodations provided for the night following filming.

Festival Content Creator and Social Media Correspondent

Job Description

A community festival is seeking a creative and social media-savvy content creator to capture the excitement of a live event. This paid opportunity is perfect for creators who enjoy producing engaging short-form content, documenting memorable moments, and connecting with attendees through authentic storytelling. If you’re passionate about social media and event coverage, this is your chance to showcase your skills at a vibrant festival.

Job Responsibilities

• Create Instagram Stories, Reels, and other short-form content throughout the festival.
• Capture candid moments, live performances, workshops, vendors, activities, and attendees.
• Conduct short on-camera interviews with artists, vendors, musicians, organizers, and festival guests.
• Capture high-quality photos and videos for future marketing and promotional use.
• Deliver all raw photo and video assets after the event.

Requirements

• Experience creating engaging social media content.
• Strong photography and videography skills.
• Must have your own smartphone and basic content creation equipment.
• Available for the full duration of the festival, including setup through peak event hours.
• Comfortable interacting with attendees and conducting on-camera interviews.
• Portfolio or examples of previous content creation work are preferred.

Compensation

• $25 per hour.
• Opportunity to build your portfolio while covering a live festival event.
• Work alongside an energetic event team creating engaging digital content.

Job Description

A music video production is casting actors and featured extras for an upcoming shoot in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The production is looking for authentic people of all ages and backgrounds to portray everyday moments in a heartfelt music video. No acting experience is required—just bring your personality and enthusiasm to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional music video production.
• Portray natural, everyday interactions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in a weekend filming schedule.

Requirements

• Open to all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
• No acting experience required.
• Casting roles include:
  • Newlyweds
  • Elderly couple
  • Dad with baby/toddler
  • Mom
  • Pastor
  • Child
  • Individuals for everyday lifestyle scenes
• Must be available to film in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, or surrounding areas.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to appear in a professional music video.
• Gain valuable on-set experience and expand your portfolio.

Job Description

A sportswear-themed photoshoot is seeking two female models and one male model for an upcoming creative collaboration. This is a great opportunity for aspiring and experienced models looking to expand their portfolios while working with a creative team on a fashion-focused shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a sportswear-themed photoshoot.
• Model apparel while following creative direction.
• Collaborate with the photographer and production team.
• Arrive prepared and ready for the scheduled shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking two female models and one male model.
• Comfortable modeling sportswear apparel.
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow creative direction.
• Previous modeling experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• TFP (Trade for Print) collaboration.
• Opportunity to build your modeling portfolio.
• Professional photos from the sportswear photoshoot.

Bar Scene Extras Casting Call for Smokers in Pittsburgh

Job Description

A film production is seeking background actors who are comfortable portraying smokers for a bar scene filming in Pittsburgh. Casting directors are looking for dependable talent available for a late-night shoot. This is a paid background acting opportunity, with an additional pay bump for performers who smoke as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in a background scene.
• Comfortably perform smoking actions as required for the role.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Remain available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable portraying a smoker in a bar scene.
• Must be available to work in Pittsburgh.
• Able to work a late-night filming schedule.
• Recent photo and current availability required during the application process.

Compensation

• $250 for a 12-hour filming day.
• Additional $15 smoker pay bump.
• Paid background acting opportunity.

Background Extras for Television Series

Job Description

A major television series is seeking background actors for upcoming filming opportunities. Casting directors are looking for dependable and professional talent to help create authentic scenes for a high-profile production. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience and working alongside industry professionals.

Background performers will contribute to the realism and atmosphere of various scenes while working in a professional television production environment. Talent of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared for wardrobe and production requirements
• Work professionally with cast and crew members
• Be available for extended filming days as needed

Requirements

• Open to performers of diverse backgrounds and experience levels
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Valid identification required
• Reliable transportation to and from set
• Comfortable working 10–12 hour production days
• Able to provide a recent clear full-body photo
• Professional attitude and reliability required
• No hats, sunglasses, or obstructed photos in submissions

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience on a professional television production
• Work alongside experienced cast and crew members
• Build entertainment industry experience and credits
• Opportunity for future background casting consideration

Background Extras for Television Series

Job Description

A hit television series is seeking background actors for upcoming filming opportunities. Casting directors are looking for reliable and professional talent to help create authentic scenes for a major production. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in working behind the scenes of a scripted television series and gaining valuable on-set experience.

Background performers will work alongside cast and crew members in a professional production environment. Talent of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Be available for full production days as scheduled
• Arrive prepared and ready for wardrobe and production requirements
• Work collaboratively with cast, crew, and fellow background actors

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Valid identification required
• Reliable transportation to and from the filming location
• Ability to commit to 10–12 hour filming days
• Comfortable working in a professional television production environment
• Open to performers of diverse backgrounds, ages, and experience levels
• Must provide a recent clear full-body photo for consideration
• No hats, sunglasses, or obstructed photos in submissions

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience working on a major television production
• Opportunity to network with industry professionals
• Build on-set experience and entertainment industry credits
• Potential consideration for future background casting opportunities

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.