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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
An independent production team is casting actors for an upcoming proof-of-concept web series titled Rats & Snakes. This sci-fi drama follows a struggling Queens janitor who uncovers a hidden reptilian species controlling society from within. Inspired by politically charged sci-fi thrillers, the series explores themes of awakening, control, and rebellion. Casting directors are seeking passionate performers with authentic screen presence for lead and supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for the web series production
  • Collaborate with the director and creative team during filming
  • Attend rehearsals, self-tape auditions, and scheduled shoot dates
  • Deliver emotionally grounded and engaging performances on camera
  • Contribute creatively to the development of the indie proof-of-concept series

Requirements

Malik Baume

  • Male actor in his early 20s
  • French ancestry preferred
  • Quiet, observant, emotionally grounded personality
  • Strong dramatic acting ability preferred

Jaylen “Jay” Jacobe

  • Male actor in his early 20s
  • Charismatic, confident, funny, and street-smart presence
  • Strong natural chemistry with ensemble casts preferred

Nadia

  • Female actor ages 18–26
  • Guyanese or Caribbean talent preferred, but all ethnicities welcome
  • Warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded presence

Additional Roles

  • Background actors
  • Unique or creepy character faces
  • Older authority-type characters
  • Performers with distinctive screen presence
  • Must submit headshots or recent photos
  • Reel or self-tape preferred if available
  • Include Instagram handle, age, and location with submission

Compensation

  • Non-paid passion project
  • Opportunity for exposure and long-term collaboration as the series expands
  • Portfolio-building opportunity with an indie production team
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Featured Models & Pole Dancers Casting Call for Concert Visuals

Job Description
A Grammy Award-winning artist is now casting featured models and pole dancers for upcoming concert visuals filming in New York. This high-profile production is seeking African American talent with unique, eccentric looks and strong on-camera presence for visually creative performance content. This is a great opportunity for models and dancers looking to work on a major music entertainment project while gaining exposure in the live performance and concert industry.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a featured model or pole dancer in concert visual productions
  • Follow creative direction from production and choreographers
  • Participate in wardrobe fittings and production preparation
  • Bring strong personality and confidence to camera performances
  • Collaborate with the creative team during filming

Requirements

  • African American talent ages 18–40
  • Open to all genders for featured model roles
  • Female talent for pole dancer roles
  • Must have unique features or eccentric style
  • Comfortable performing on camera
  • Strong stage presence and confidence preferred

Compensation

  • $500 session rate for 10–12 hours
  • $250 fitting rate
  • Total compensation up to $750
  • Opportunity to work with a Grammy Award-winning artist
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Basketball Player Casting Call

Job Description
A student film production is now casting basketball players and athletes for an upcoming sports-themed project filming in the New York City area. Casting directors are seeking talented individuals with strong basketball backgrounds and authentic athletic presence for featured roles in the film. This opportunity is ideal for athletes, aspiring actors, and basketball players interested in gaining on-camera experience in a sports-focused production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as basketball players and athletes in a student film production
  • Participate in basketball-related scenes and athletic performances on camera
  • Follow direction from the production and creative teams during filming
  • Bring authentic sports energy and teamwork to scenes
  • Submit basketball and acting experience for casting consideration

Requirements

  • Open to talent ages 18 and older
  • Seeking high school-looking athletes and men ages 30–40
  • Strong basketball experience or athletic background preferred
  • Comfortable performing basketball activities on camera
  • Must provide a current photo and contact information
  • Acting experience is a plus but not required
  • Must be available to work in the New York City area

Compensation

  • Opportunity to appear in a sports-themed student film
  • Gain on-camera and film production experience
  • Build portfolio and acting experience in a basketball-focused project
  • Networking opportunities within independent film and sports entertainment

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Photo Double Casting Call

Job Description
A production is now casting a photo double for a principal male actor for an upcoming filming project involving on-camera fishing scenes. Casting directors are searching for a white male talent between the ages of 30–50 who is comfortable handling fish and working on a boat during production. This opportunity is ideal for background actors, stand-ins, and photo doubles with a natural look matching the lead actor’s appearance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming
  • Participate in on-camera fishing and boating scenes
  • Handle fish comfortably while working on set
  • Follow production direction during filming and setup
  • Provide accurate sizing and appearance information for wardrobe and continuity purposes

Requirements

  • White male talent ages 30–50
  • Must be comfortable on boats and around water
  • Comfortable handling real fish during filming
  • Must submit recent photos including clear images of hands
  • Include height, weight, clothing sizes, and shoe sizes with submission
  • Must confirm SAG or non-SAG status
  • Reliable availability for tentative shoot dates required

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity for a professional production project
  • Work as a featured photo double for a principal actor
  • Gain experience on a professional film set
  • Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry
$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Action Horror Film Casting Call

Job Description
An upcoming non-union action horror film is now casting actors for multiple paid roles in Central New York. This exciting indie film project is seeking performers ready to take on intense, action-packed characters in a dark world filled with cultists, gangsters, supernatural chaos, and brutal survival. Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply for this horror movie casting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in action and horror scenes for an independent feature film
  • Collaborate with directors and production staff during filming and rehearsals
  • Portray dramatic, suspenseful, and high-energy characters on screen
  • Attend in-person auditions or submit self-tape auditions if unable to attend
  • Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Open to actors interested in action and horror film projects
  • Must submit a headshot and resume for consideration
  • Include preferred roles or character interests in submission
  • Self-tape auditions accepted for remote applicants
  • Comfortable performing in intense horror and action-themed scenes
  • Professional attitude and availability for filming required

Compensation

  • Paid acting roles available
  • Compensation ranges from $100–$200 per day depending on role and experience
  • Opportunity to work on an independent action horror feature film
  • Exposure and networking opportunities within the film industry
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Bridal & Prom Catalog Model Casting Call

Job Description
A fashion catalog photo shoot is now seeking models for an upcoming bridal and prom campaign in New York. This exciting opportunity is perfect for fashion models, commercial print talent, and aspiring runway professionals looking to gain exposure in the bridal and formalwear industry. Selected models will participate in a professional catalog shoot featuring bridal gowns and prom fashion collections.

Job Responsibilities

  • Model bridal and prom fashion collections during a professional catalog photo shoot
  • Collaborate with photographers, stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams
  • Pose confidently for promotional and editorial-style photography
  • Attend scheduled casting sessions and shoot dates as required
  • Represent formalwear designs with professionalism and strong on-camera presence

Requirements

  • Seeking female models for bridal and prom fashion campaigns
  • Height requirement: 5’9”
  • Dress size 4 or 6 preferred
  • Comfortable modeling formalwear and participating in fashion photography
  • Strong posing ability and confident camera presence preferred
  • Must be available for shoot dates in New York

Compensation

  • Opportunity to work on a professional fashion catalog campaign
  • Exposure within the bridal and fashion industry
  • Networking opportunities with fashion photographers, stylists, and designers
  • Potential for future modeling and fashion campaign opportunities
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

TV Series Background Actor Casting Call

Job Description
A major television series is now casting non-union men and women for paid background acting roles in Manhattan, New York. Casting directors are seeking talent to portray pedestrians in outdoor summer scenes for overnight filming. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors, extras, and entertainment professionals looking to gain on-set experience on a high-profile TV production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray pedestrians and background characters in television scenes
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Participate in outdoor summer filming scenes in Manhattan
  • Work flexible production hours extending into overnight filming
  • Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout filming

Requirements

  • Open to non-union men and women ages 18 and older
  • Must be available for afternoon call times through approximately 3–4 AM
  • Comfortable filming overnight exterior scenes
  • Able to work in Manhattan, New York
  • Professional attitude and ability to follow on-set instructions required
  • Reliable availability for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

  • Rate: $187 for up to 10 hours worked
  • Overtime pay available after 10 hours
  • Paid background acting opportunity on a major television series
  • Gain professional on-set experience and industry exposure
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Models for New York City Swim Week

Job Description
A swimwear brand is now casting confident female models for an upcoming runway event during New York City Swim Week. Casting directors are seeking runway-ready talent with strong walk skills and bold personality to represent the brand during one of fashion’s biggest swimwear showcases. This is an exciting opportunity for models looking to gain exposure in the fashion and swimwear industry.

Job Responsibilities

  • Walk the runway during New York City Swim Week
  • Participate in swimwear fittings and promotional appearances
  • Showcase confidence and strong runway presence
  • Follow direction from the fashion and production teams

Requirements

  • Female models with confident runway walk
  • Must provide a comp card
  • Must submit a walking video
  • Comfortable modeling swimwear on runway
  • Must be available in New York City for the event

Compensation

  • Opportunity to walk in New York City Swim Week
  • Exposure through a swimwear fashion showcase
  • Networking opportunities with fashion industry professionals
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Disabilities for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television series filming in New York City is now casting people with physical disabilities for recurring background work throughout the season. Casting directors are seeking performers with disabilities, including individuals who are visually impaired, wheelchair users, and those with cerebral palsy. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent are encouraged to apply for this inclusive production opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background talent throughout the television series
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Participate in realistic street, public, and featured scenes
  • Maintain professionalism and availability during filming days

Requirements

  • Open to performers with physical disabilities
  • Visually impaired talent encouraged to apply
  • Wheelchair users encouraged to apply
  • Individuals with cerebral palsy encouraged to apply
  • SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent accepted
  • Must be available to work in New York City

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA rate: $234 for up to 8 hours with overtime after 8 hours
  • Non-union rate: $187 for up to 10 hours with overtime after 10 hours
  • Opportunity for recurring work throughout the season
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Upscale New Yorker Background Casting Call for TV Series

Job Description
A television miniseries filming in New York City is now casting background actors to portray upscale, wealthy New Yorkers. Casting directors are seeking fresh faces with polished appearances, sophisticated style, and authentic luxury lifestyle energy for scenes in an upcoming production. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent comfortable portraying affluent NYC socialites and professionals on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale New Yorkers in television background scenes
  • Arrive camera-ready in polished, upscale wardrobe styles
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Participate in professionally staged city scenes
  • Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Open to non-union and SAG-AFTRA talent
  • Must have upscale or sophisticated appearance and style
  • Comfortable wearing upscale attire such as suits, dresses, or luxury-inspired looks
  • Must be local to the NYC area
  • New faces preferred who have not previously worked on the production
  • Must be fully available for filming in New York City

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours
  • Paid television background acting opportunity
  • Gain experience working on a professional miniseries production

Casting Calls

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Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, our platform offers a wide range of casting calls to help you find your next role.

Find Casting Calls & Acting Auditions Near You

Are you an aspiring actor looking for your big break or a seasoned professional seeking your next role? Navigating the world of casting calls can be a thrilling yet challenging journey. Understanding where to find these opportunities and how to leverage popular filming locations can significantly enhance your chances of landing that dream role.

What are Casting Calls?

Casting calls are auditions organized by casting directors to find suitable actors for various roles in film, television, theater, and commercials. These are your gateway to the screen and stage, providing a platform to showcase your acting skills to key decision-makers in the industry.

Popular Filming Locations and Their Impact

Several cities around the world are renowned for being film-making hubs, each offering unique opportunities for actors:

1. Hollywood, Los Angeles: The heart of the film industry, Hollywood is synonymous with cinema and television. Here, casting calls are plentiful, ranging from blockbuster movies to independent films and everything in between.

2. New York City: Known for both its theater scene and film productions, NYC is a vibrant hub for casting calls, especially for Broadway shows and live performances.

3. Atlanta, Georgia: With its favorable tax incentives, Atlanta has become a hotspot for film and TV productions, resulting in a surge of casting calls for actors in recent years.

4. Vancouver, Canada: Often referred to as “Hollywood North,” Vancouver is a top destination for filming due to its diverse landscapes and favorable filming conditions, leading to many opportunities for actors.

5. London, UK: A significant center for film and theatre, London offers numerous casting calls for everything from feature films to West End productions.

Tips for Navigating Casting Calls

  • Stay Informed: Regularly check specialized websites like Project Casting, where you can find daily updates on casting calls in various cities. Utilizing these platforms can help you stay ahead of the competition by applying early to newly posted opportunities.
  • Prepare Thoroughly: Always arrive at auditions prepared. This means having your lines memorized, understanding the character you are auditioning for, and being ready to take direction or feedback on the spot.
  • Network: The film industry is as much about talent as it is about connections. Attend industry events, workshops, and festivals in these popular locations to connect with casting directors, filmmakers, and other actors.
  • Professional Portfolio: Maintain an updated portfolio with your headshots, resume, and reel. An impressive portfolio can make a significant difference in how casting directors view your professionalism and suitability for a role.
  • Persistence and Patience: The entertainment industry is known for its competitiveness. Persistence in attending auditions and patience in handling rejections are key to eventually succeeding.

Conclusion

Whether you’re near the bustling streets of New York, the scenic views of Vancouver, or the historic sites of London, understanding the landscape of casting calls is crucial. By staying informed, prepared, and connected, you can navigate this dynamic field and potentially turn your acting aspirations into a successful career. Remember, every audition is a step forward in the industry, so take advantage of the opportunities these popular filming locations offer.

For more information on the latest casting calls and tips on advancing your acting career, visit Project Casting.

How do I find a legit casting call?

To find legitimate casting calls, start by using reputable platforms like Project Casting, which vets postings to ensure authenticity. Always research the casting company or director associated with the call. Legitimate opportunities typically don’t require payment to audition, and any contact should come from professional email addresses rather than personal accounts.

Can you audition without an agent?

Yes, you can audition without an agent. Many open casting calls and online platforms allow individual actors to submit directly for roles. While having an agent can provide access to more exclusive opportunities and handle negotiations, many new actors start their careers by attending open calls or self-submitting for roles online.

What is the difference between a casting call and an audition?

A casting call is a notice put out by producers or casting directors seeking potential actors for roles, inviting them to apply or present themselves. An audition is the process where actors perform a specific piece, like a monologue or a script, in front of the casting team after responding to a casting call. Essentially, the casting call is the request, and the audition is the response.

What is the best free casting call website?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.

Should I pay for casting calls?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.