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High-Level Male Basketball Players Casting Call for Paid NYC Production

Job Description

An upcoming paid production in New York City is casting high-level male basketball players who can convincingly portray professional-level athletes on camera. The production is seeking experienced players with elite basketball skills, strong athletic presence, and the ability to perform realistic basketball action. All basketball positions are encouraged, and this opportunity is open to NYC local talent.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a professional-level basketball player in a paid production
  • Perform realistic, high-level basketball action on camera
  • Demonstrate advanced basketball skills and athletic ability
  • Execute basketball movements and sequences as directed
  • Work professionally with other players, cast members, and the production team
  • Follow creative and on-set direction throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male basketball players ages 18+
  • Height between 6’0″ and 6’9″
  • Mixed ethnicities welcome
  • High-level or elite basketball experience required
  • Must convincingly portray a professional-level basketball player
  • All basketball positions encouraged
  • Must be a New York City local hire
  • Strong athletic ability and on-camera presence

Compensation

  • Paid production opportunity
  • Selected basketball players will receive compensation for participation
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Twin or Triplet Babies Casting Call for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting twin or triplet babies to portray the daughter of principal actors in scenes filming in the Bayside, Queens area of New York. The production is seeking babies between 8 and 10 months old who are able to crawl. This paid baby casting opportunity is open to families local to the New York/New Jersey area and offers professional feature film experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the daughter of principal actors in a feature film
  • Appear in professionally filmed scenes with principal cast members
  • Participate in age-appropriate on-camera activity
  • Crawl naturally during scenes when required
  • Work with the production team under appropriate parent or guardian supervision

Requirements

  • Twin or triplet babies
  • Ages 8–10 months
  • Babies must be able to crawl
  • Must be local to the New York/New Jersey area
  • Must be able to work in Bayside, Queens, New York
  • Must meet applicable child performer employment requirements

Compensation

  • $500 per baby for 8 hours
  • SAG-AFTRA CBA-covered background role
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Male Model Casting Call for Streetwear Brand Photoshoot

Job Description

A major streetwear brand is casting a male model for a professional studio photoshoot in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The production is seeking a confident male model with a strong on-camera presence to showcase shirts and shorts from the brand. The shoot will take place in a studio against a white background and is expected to last approximately one hour.

Job Responsibilities

  • Model shirts and shorts for a major streetwear brand
  • Participate in a professional studio photoshoot in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
  • Pose confidently and naturally in front of the camera
  • Follow direction from the photographer and creative team
  • Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male model
  • Ages 18–28
  • Height between 5’11” and 6’2″
  • Comfortable modeling streetwear apparel
  • Confident posing in a professional studio environment
  • Able to work in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
  • Professional, reliable, and comfortable taking creative direction

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity
  • Payment provided the same day at wrap
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

NYC Lifestyle Campaign Casting Call – Lead and Supporting Talent

Job Description

A New York City lifestyle and apparel campaign is casting lead and supporting talent for a one-day shoot in the NYC/Brooklyn area. The production is seeking authentic New Yorkers with memorable personalities, natural charisma, and real-life character. Roles are open to performers, artists, musicians, dancers, sneaker enthusiasts, blue-collar professionals, and other individuals who represent the energy and diversity of New York City. Selected talent should be comfortable delivering natural, conversational dialogue on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a professional lifestyle and apparel campaign
  • Deliver natural, conversational speaking lines on camera
  • Bring authentic personality, energy, and individuality to each scene
  • Participate in lifestyle and creative campaign scenes
  • Lead talent may participate in a small dance scene
  • Work professionally with the production team during the one-day shoot

Requirements

  • Lead role: Latinx women, ages 30–60
  • Lead talent should have a distinctive look, strong personality, and authentic, inspiring presence
  • Dance experience is a plus for the lead role but is not required
  • Supporting roles: Talent ages 20–50
  • Open to all ethnicities and genders for supporting roles
  • Seeking authentic New Yorkers, including blue-collar workers, artists, musicians, sneaker enthusiasts, dancers, and other unique personalities
  • Must have strong character, charisma, and individuality
  • Must be comfortable speaking naturally on camera
  • Must be available for a one-day shoot in the NYC/Brooklyn area

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity; specific rate or compensation amount not provided
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Netflix TV Series “The Woods” Casting – Kids Background Actors

Job Description

Netflix TV series “The Woods” is casting children for non-speaking background roles in New York. The production is seeking young performers who can work in Newburgh and surrounding towns, Tuxedo Park, Harriman State Park, Southfields, and Forestburgh. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union child talent are welcome, with filming potentially requiring full-day or evening availability depending on age-group work-hour requirements.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work as a child background actor on Netflix TV series “The Woods”
  • Portray assigned non-speaking background roles naturally on camera
  • Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
  • Work with a parent or legal guardian as required

Requirements

  • Child performers
  • SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome
  • Must be able to work in the listed New York filming locations
  • Must have appropriate availability based on permitted child work hours
  • Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent
  • Parent or legal guardian must accompany the child when required

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours
  • Non-union: $187 for 10 hours
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Netflix TV Series “The Woods” Casting – Background Actors

Job Description

Netflix TV series “The Woods” is casting adult background actors for non-speaking roles in New York. The production is seeking performers ages 18 and older to work in Bolton Landing and surrounding towns. Both SAG-AFTRA members and non-union talent are welcome to apply. Selected background actors should be prepared for full-day or nighttime filming and maintain flexible availability in case production runs late.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work as a non-speaking background actor on Netflix TV series “The Woods”
  • Portray assigned background characters naturally on camera
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
  • Remain available for full-day, evening, or nighttime production schedules

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome
  • Must be able to work in Bolton Landing and surrounding New York towns
  • Flexible availability for full-day and evening filming
  • Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours
  • Non-union: $187 for 10 hours
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Netflix Casino TV Series Casting – Cat House Working Girls

Job Description

A Netflix casino TV series is casting women for non-speaking background roles in New York City. The production is seeking performers who can portray cat house working girls with an upscale strip club or burlesque-style appearance. Selected background actors should be prepared for full-day or nighttime filming and have flexible availability in case production runs late.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a cat house working girl in a Netflix casino TV series
  • Perform as non-speaking background talent
  • Create an authentic upscale strip club or burlesque atmosphere on camera
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
  • Remain available for full-day or nighttime production schedules

Requirements

  • Female talent
  • Must be able to portray an upscale strip club or burlesque-style character
  • Comfortable working in a casino-themed television production
  • Must be available to work in New York City
  • Flexible availability for day, evening, and potentially late-running shoots
  • Non-speaking background role

Compensation

  • SAG rate: $350
  • Higher rates may be discussed
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Popular TV Series Casting – Children for Daughter and Son Roles

Job Description

A popular television series is casting children for paid background roles in New York City or New Jersey. The production is seeking a 4-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy to portray the children of biracial parents. Ideal talent will have a biracial appearance, with dark, curly hair considered a plus. These child background roles will work under SAG waiver and receive standard union background rates.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the daughter or son of principal actors in a popular television series
  • Perform naturally as background talent during assigned scenes
  • Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
  • Work comfortably around cast, crew, and other performers
  • Participate with a parent or guardian present as required

Requirements

  • Girl approximately 4 years old
  • Boy approximately 2 years old
  • Must be able to portray the child of biracial parents
  • Dark, curly hair is a plus
  • Must be able to work locally in New York City or New Jersey
  • Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required

Compensation

  • Standard union background rates
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Feature Film Casting – Young Girl to Portray Younger Lead

Job Description

A feature film casting in New York City is seeking a girl around age 7 to portray the younger version of the movie’s lead character. The production is looking for a young performer with fair skin and medium brown to dark brown hair. This paid child acting opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and Taft-Hartley talent, with filming expected to take place in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the younger version of the feature film’s lead character
  • Perform naturally on camera in assigned scenes
  • Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team
  • Work professionally with cast and crew on set
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming

Requirements

  • Girl around age 7
  • Fair skin
  • Medium brown to dark brown hair
  • Must be able to work in New York City
  • SAG-AFTRA or Taft-Hartley eligible
  • NYS child actor permit required

Compensation

  • SAG scale: $224
  • Taft-Hartley talent considered
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Law & Order Casting – Middle Eastern Cab Driver with Yellow Cab

Job Description

Law & Order is casting a union background actor to portray a Middle Eastern cab driver for an exterior scene in Manhattan, New York. The production is seeking talent who can provide their own yellow cab for filming. This SAG background acting opportunity will take place in the Battery Park area and requires a suitable yellow cab for the scene.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a Middle Eastern cab driver in Law & Order
  • Work as a union background actor during an exterior scene
  • Provide and use your own yellow cab for filming
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Union background actor
  • Able to portray a Middle Eastern cab driver
  • Must provide a yellow cab for production use
  • Must be able to work in the Battery Park area of Manhattan, New York
  • Comfortable working on an exterior television production

Compensation

  • SAG voucher: $231 for 8 hours
  • $80 per hour for vehicle use, with a 1-hour minimum

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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.