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Streetwear Models for Budega NYC

Job Description
Budega NYC is holding a model casting call for new faces to represent the brand in upcoming campaigns and creative projects. The team is looking for individuals with real personality, authentic style, and a strong connection to New York City culture. Selected talent will help showcase Budega NYC’s streetwear aesthetic and represent the energy of the brand’s community.

Job Responsibilities

  • Model Budega NYC apparel for photoshoots and promotional content

  • Represent the brand’s streetwear style and community culture

  • Pose for photography and assist in creating marketing visuals

  • Follow direction from photographers and creative teams during shoots

Requirements

  • Must have a strong personal style and authentic personality

  • Comfortable in front of the camera

  • Open to new and emerging models

  • Must be able to provide recent photos (snapshots) when applying

Compensation

  • Opportunity to be featured in Budega NYC campaigns and brand content

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Non-Union Singers and Dancers for Musical Theater Tour

Job Description
A musical theater production is hosting open call auditions for non-union singers and dancers for an upcoming North American tour of a hit stage musical. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with strong vocal and dance abilities who are interested in performing in a large-scale touring production. This open call provides performers the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of the creative team and be considered for roles in the touring show.

Job Responsibilities

  • Audition as a singer or dancer for a touring musical production

  • Perform prepared material during the audition process

  • Follow instructions from the casting and creative team

  • Demonstrate strong stage presence, performance energy, and professionalism

Requirements

  • Non-union performers

  • Strong singing and/or dance ability

  • Comfortable performing in a musical theater environment

  • Ability to attend an in-person audition in New York City

  • Professional attitude and readiness for a touring production schedule

Compensation

  • Paid touring musical theater opportunity (rates disclosed upon casting)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Audience Members for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting audience members for an upcoming series filming in the New York area. The production is seeking enthusiastic individuals who can help create an authentic studio audience atmosphere during filming. This opportunity is ideal for performers and extras looking to gain experience on a professional TV set while participating in a lively audience environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as part of the studio audience

  • React naturally to performances and moments during filming

  • Follow instructions from the production team and audience coordinators

  • Maintain energy and engagement throughout the recording

Requirements

  • Ages 18 and older

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Comfortable appearing on camera as part of a live audience setting

  • Reliable and able to follow production direction

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the New York City area

Compensation

  • $187 for up to 8 hours of filming

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

NYC Street Pedestrians and Pedestrians with Cars Background Actors

Job Description
A television series production filming in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking background actors to portray New York City street pedestrians for realistic city scenes. Casting directors are looking for men and women who can help create the look and energy of busy NYC streets. Some roles may also include pedestrians with vehicles. This is a great opportunity for background actors interested in working on a professional television production set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray pedestrians in busy New York City street scenes

  • Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

  • Perform natural walking and street activity during filming

  • Help create a realistic urban environment for the scene

Requirements

  • Male and female actors

  • Ages 18–70

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Variety of authentic New York–style looks encouraged

  • Comfortable working outdoors during filming

  • No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

  • $42 for up to 2 hours for wardrobe fitting (overtime if applicable)

  • $168 for up to 12 hours of filming (overtime after 12 hours)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Actors for Comedy Short Film

Job Description
A Columbia MFA second-year short film titled The Last Virgins in New York is casting two lead actors for a character-driven comedy filming in New York City. The story follows two close friends navigating love, expectations, and self-discovery as they confront their insecurities and the pressures surrounding relationships. The project blends humor with heartfelt moments as the characters challenge their own beliefs about intimacy, identity, and friendship.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray one of the two lead characters in a narrative short film

  • Deliver comedic and emotionally grounded performances

  • Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming on location in New York City

Requirements

  • Claire: Female, around 27, sweet, awkward, and funny bartender struggling with confidence and self-worth

  • Livvy: Female, around 27, confident and controlling personality who must confront letting go of her strict expectations

  • Strong comedic timing and natural on-screen presence

  • Comfortable performing in a character-driven independent film

Compensation

  • Compensation details provided upon selection

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male Actor for Short Film Role

Job Description
An independent short film is casting a male actor for a lead role in an upcoming production filming in New York City. The story centers around Arlo, a thoughtful and quietly charismatic character navigating life with curiosity and ambition. The project explores youthful energy, personal growth, and the pursuit of what comes next, offering actors the opportunity to bring a layered and emotionally grounded character to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character Arlo in a narrative short film

  • Deliver natural and emotionally engaging performances on camera

  • Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and filming

  • Participate in scenes that support the film’s character-driven storyline

Requirements

  • Male actor in his mid to late 20s

  • Strong on-camera presence and expressive acting ability

  • Comfortable performing in a dramatic independent film project

  • Available to film in New York City

Compensation

  • Compensation details provided upon selection

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Medical Commercial Casting Patients

Job Description
A medical commercial is seeking diverse talent to portray patients in an upcoming production filming in New York. The production is looking for men and women in their 40s from multiple ethnic backgrounds who can authentically portray patient roles in a healthcare-themed commercial. Selected talent will appear in scenes that may involve light jogging and lifestyle moments that reflect everyday wellness and activity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a patient role in a medical commercial production

  • Perform simple on-camera actions such as light jogging

  • Follow direction from the production and creative team

  • Participate in lifestyle and wellness-themed scenes

Requirements

  • Men and women in their 40s

  • Caucasian male with dark hair (no gray hair), facial hair acceptable

  • Hispanic female with dark hair (no gray hair)

  • African American female with dark hair (no gray hair)

  • Asian female with dark hair (no gray hair), average to large build

  • Comfortable performing light jogging during filming

  • Must be available for filming in New York

Compensation

  • $700 per 10-hour shoot day

  • $3,000 usage fee for 3-year commercial usage

  • Travel not provided

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Nonbinary Cantonese-Speaking Actor for TV Series

Job Description
A new television series is seeking a nonbinary Cantonese-speaking actor for a recurring role in a Chinatown-set drama. The story follows a small-time luxury counterfeit dealer who becomes involved in a dangerous black-market underworld while trying to secure a stable life for her family. Casting directors are looking for a native Cantonese speaker to portray Treacle, a stylish and mysterious young international art school student with a bold personality and a lavish lifestyle that contrasts with complex family expectations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the recurring character Treacle in a scripted television series

  • Deliver authentic Cantonese dialogue and culturally accurate performance

  • Collaborate with directors and cast members during filming

  • Bring depth and personality to a unique and fashion-forward character

  • Participate in scenes that contribute to the show’s evolving storyline

Requirements

  • Nonbinary performer in their 20s

  • Native Cantonese speaker

  • Chinese or Chinese American background preferred

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

  • No prior acting experience required

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA minimum of $1,246 per day for speaking roles

  • Travel covered for non-local talent

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors for NYU Student Film “Resident Dreams”

Job Description
An NYU graduate student film titled Resident Dreams is casting actors for several key roles in a character-driven story set at an upstate artists’ retreat. The film explores creative identity, relationships, and the personal struggles artists face while seeking validation and purpose. This project offers performers the opportunity to collaborate on an independent narrative film with a creative student production team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead or supporting character in a narrative student film

  • Deliver emotionally grounded and authentic performances

  • Collaborate with the director and fellow actors during filming

  • Participate in scheduled scenes during the production period

  • Maintain professionalism and focus on set throughout filming

Requirements

  • Actors ages 25 and older depending on role

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Strong acting ability with natural on-camera presence

  • Ability to portray creative professionals at an artists’ retreat

  • Must be available to film in Woodstock, New York

Compensation

  • Meals provided during filming

  • Film credit and copy of the completed project

  • Opportunity to collaborate on an NYU graduate film production

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male Actor to Portray Father (Henry)

Job Description
An NYU thesis short film titled Lamb of God is casting a male actor to portray Henry, a complex father figure at the center of a dramatic coming-of-age story. The film follows an 11-year-old boy faced with a difficult moral decision after being asked by his father to slaughter a lamb for Easter dinner. The role of Henry requires an actor who can portray a rugged, disciplined man shaped by tradition while revealing emotional depth beneath a strict exterior.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character Henry in emotionally driven dramatic scenes

  • Deliver a grounded performance reflecting a strict but conflicted father figure

  • Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story’s themes to life

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming for key narrative scenes

  • Maintain professionalism and focus throughout the production schedule

Requirements

  • Male actor ages 35–47

  • Strong dramatic acting ability and expressive on-camera presence

  • Comfortable portraying a rugged, authoritative character with emotional depth

  • Ability to take direction and collaborate with a student film production team

  • Must be available to film in upstate New York

Compensation

  • Paid acting opportunity

  • Experience working on a narrative short film project

  • Opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers

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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.