$2250 DFPS Commercial Casting Real Families

Job Description

A shoe retailer campaign is casting real couples for a commercial-style shoot in the NYC area. This project is seeking Black and Hispanic couples, as well as one LGBTQ WLW (women-loving-women) couple who is Black and/or Hispanic. Talent must be able to fit specific shoe sizes, as the campaign centers around footwear product imagery and lifestyle content. Selected talent will be featured across worldwide web, in-store, and social placements.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign shoot as a couple

• Take direction for posed and lifestyle-style shots featuring footwear

• Provide clear photos together and accurate shoe sizing for consideration

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and a cooperative attitude on set

• Be comfortable appearing in content used for web, social, and in-store marketing

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work in the NYC area

• Seeking:

  • Black couples

  • Hispanic couples

  • One LGBTQ WLW couple (Black and/or Hispanic)

• All submissions must fit one of these shoe sizes:

  • Men’s: 10.5 or 11.5

  • Women’s: 7 or 8

Compensation

• $600 / 10 hours

• Usage: 6 months worldwide (web, in-store, and social)

Job Description

A comedy feature film script titled A Comedian Formerly Known as Betty is seeking actors for a private online table read. This is a Zoom-based script reading designed to help the writer hear pacing, tone, and dialogue performed aloud in a relaxed but professional creative setting. This is not a recorded or public performance—it’s a supportive read-through with skilled, engaging actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an online Zoom table read of a feature-length comedy script

• Read assigned character lines with strong timing, tone, and story rhythm

• Follow table read direction and maintain professional Zoom etiquette

• Review the script in advance to deliver an organized, engaging read

• Collaborate respectfully with the writer and other actors in a creative environment

Requirements

• Comfortable performing live over Zoom

• Strong comedic timing and expressive reading skills

• Ability to convey character and emotion through voice and delivery

Roles Being Cast:

• Narrator (Any Gender): Strong, expressive voice with a feel for rhythm, tone, and story

• Comedian Roles (3 roles): Male, ages 25–35, strong comic timing, intelligence, and emotional range

• Police Officer (Small Role): Female or male, ages 35–50, grounded with a confident presence

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

Hiring Check-In Staff and VIP Staff for a rooftop New Year’s Eve event. This is a paid event staffing opportunity for reliable, customer-focused talent who can assist with guest check-in and VIP operations, including escorting VIP guests and managing wristbands and table registration.

Job Responsibilities

• Check in guests and assist with event entry flow

• Hand out wristbands and confirm guest access

• Manage VIP ropes and maintain VIP area organization

• Escort VIP guests up the elevator to their assigned tables

• Support VIP table registration and guest coordination

Requirements

• Professional, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced event environment

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Must wear all-black semi-formal attire

• Must be able to provide 3 recent photos (no filters), experience (if any), and contact information

Compensation

• $30 per hour

Job Description

A Concordia student short film titled Just Business is casting the lead role of Michael McAllister. This crime/thriller story follows Michael as he becomes desperate to belong in Montreal’s criminal underworld, with the narrative told through the voice of a respected Québécois gangster, Jacques Dubois. The project is seeking a grounded performer who can carry a dramatic lead role in a short-form crime narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character, Michael McAllister, in a student crime/thriller short film

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team

• Deliver a believable, emotionally driven performance within a gritty criminal-underworld story

• Arrive prepared, professional, and punctual for all scheduled production work

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required by production

Requirements

• Male actor

• Age range: 20–30

• Caucasian

• Any height

• Non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• Unpaid role

Job Description

Seeking English-speaking young actors for an upcoming film shooting in Tijuana. This casting is looking for two child roles and is open to talent who can follow direction, perform naturally on camera, and work with a parent/guardian involved in the submission process. Applicants must be comfortable filming on location in Mexico and able to provide an English introduction video with requested details.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a child actor in scenes for an upcoming film production

• Take direction from the director and production team during filming

• Work cooperatively on set with parent/guardian support as needed

• Submit required introduction materials and details as requested by casting

• Maintain professionalism and readiness during scheduled production activities

Requirements

• English-speaking child actors

• Roles needed:

  • Boy: 13–17 years old

  • Girl: 8–12 years old (black hair)

• Must be able to film in Tijuana, Mexico

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

A non-union production is casting football players for background work. This opportunity is seeking athletic performers who can realistically portray football players on camera. This is a paid background role and a solid chance to gain on-set experience and build industry contacts.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a football player in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity across takes (movement, positioning, wardrobe, etc.)

• Arrive prepared, punctual, and professional for the full call time

• Provide requested headshot/photos and resume materials for consideration

Requirements

• Ages 23–28

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to portray a believable football player (athletic build/experience strongly preferred)

• Must be reliable and comfortable working on set for a 6-hour booking

Compensation

• $200 / 6 hours

Job Description

A quiet, character-driven thesis short film is seeking a female actor to play Michelle, a hairdresser/barber who loves her job but is searching for a new life. The story follows an 86-year-old man confronting the early symptoms of dementia during a visit to his barber and a phone call from his son. This film relies on subtle, realistic performances in a small-scale setting and features dialogue-driven scenes with gentle humor.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Michelle with a natural, grounded performance that balances humor and emotional realism

• Perform dialogue-driven scenes that support a quiet, character-focused story

• Collaborate with the writer/director and production team during rehearsals and filming

• Arrive prepared, professional, and on time for all scheduled production work

• Provide any requested audition materials in a timely manner

Requirements

• Female actor, approximately 50s

• New England local preferred (or able to work as a local hire)

• Character traits: scatter-brained, thoughtful, talkative

• Comfortable with subtle comedy and realistic, intimate performance style

• Able to submit: headshot, resume (if available), and a short intro video

Compensation

• Paid role (rate not specified in the casting notice)

Job Description

A short psychological horror film titled The Delivery is seeking a Videographer/Editor to shoot and edit a cinematic, intimate, and unsettling 15-minute narrative project. Filming will take place primarily at a single house location (interior and exterior). This is a great opportunity to help create a festival-ready short film and a strong portfolio piece.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality video footage for a short narrative horror film (interior/exterior house setting)

• Execute a cinematic visual style focused on mood, tension, and storytelling

• Collaborate with the director/production team to plan shot coverage and visual approach

• Edit the film into a polished, festival-ready final cut

• Maintain strong attention to lighting, composition, and atmosphere

Requirements

• Videographer who can also edit (must be able to deliver both)

• Strong eye for lighting, mood, and composition

• Experience with narrative or creative projects preferred

• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and reliable

• Own gear preferred (equipment can be provided if needed)

Compensation

• Paid / negotiable (rate to be discussed with production)

• Equipment may be provided if needed

• Goal: festival-ready short film and strong portfolio piece

Job Description

An upcoming action thriller titled Rogue is now casting strong, grounded performers for a gritty survival story centered on Rogue, a disciplined Army veteran who is abducted. This production is seeking actors who can deliver subtle intensity, emotional realism, and character-driven performances in high-stakes scenes. Supporting roles include emotionally grounded characters from Rogue’s past, as well as dangerous antagonistic forces and fellow abducted women. Non-union talent is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role in an action-thriller film with emotionally intense and suspense-driven scenes.

• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and crew.

• Maintain character consistency across takes and scenes.

• Bring believable emotional depth, tension, and grounded realism to your performance.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and production-ready for all scheduled work.

Requirements

• Non-union performers welcome.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta metro area.

• Ability to portray grounded emotion and subtle intensity is strongly preferred.

• Some roles may require physical commitment consistent with an action thriller.

Roles Being Cast (All Paid Supporting Roles):

• Dad (Black American) — Male, 55s–60s. Rogue’s father. A former soldier who trained her survival instincts from a young age. Appears in present day (older) and in flashbacks as a firm but loving guide. Emotionally grounded presence that anchors Rogue’s inner strength.

• Therapist (Any Nationality) — Female, 30s–50s. Well-meaning but disconnected. Pushes Rogue toward emotional softness without understanding the cost of survival. Subtle, conversational role highlighting the gap between therapeutic language and lived experience.

• Lana (Black American) — Female, 20s–30s. One of the abducted women. Terrified, untrained, and overwhelmed. Attempts to follow Rogue’s lead but lacks the conditioning to survive. Strong emotional range needed.

• Tiana (Any Nationality) — Female, 20s–30s. Another abducted woman. Frightened and disoriented; her presence reinforces the stakes and brutality of the situation. Strong emotional range needed.

Compensation

• Paid roles (non-union).

• Compensation details will be provided by production upon selection.

Job Description

A feature-length dramatic film titled What Was Stolen is casting paid speaking roles for local actors. The project explores crime, loyalty, power, and family ties within a high-stakes urban setting. This production is seeking strong performers who can bring depth, intensity, and emotional range to complex characters in a dramatic narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role in a feature film production

• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team

• Portray emotionally driven scenes that include suspense, confrontation, and dramatic tension

• Attend rehearsals, table reads, and filming sessions as required

• Follow production guidelines and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Must be a local actor able to work as a Houston-area hire

• Strong acting ability with experience in dramatic or crime-based roles preferred

• Comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged characters

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to take direction

• Open to African American male and female performers depending on role

Roles Being Cast Include:

• Rex: African American male, antagonist, intimidating and unpredictable street debt enforcer

• Marcus: African American male, calm, powerful figure with a mysterious past

• Michelle Carter: African American female, mid-30s, strong-willed mother and survivor with street smarts

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation will be provided based on role and production agreement

Real Soccer Fans and Female Soccer Player

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting real soccer fans and an experienced female soccer player for an upcoming shoot in Southern California. Production is looking for authentic energy—people who genuinely love the sport, rep local clubs or leagues, and can bring natural reactions on camera. Female players with expert skills are especially encouraged to apply for featured soccer action.

Job Responsibilities

• Soccer Fans: Appear on camera as real fans, reacting naturally and bringing high-energy support

• Female Soccer Player: Perform soccer action confidently on camera, including controlled movement and gameplay moments

• Follow direction on set and repeat reactions or action consistently across takes

• Maintain a professional attitude, arrive on time, and be camera-ready

• Work comfortably in a fast-paced commercial production environment

Requirements

• Must be 18+ (all genders and ethnicities encouraged)

• Real soccer fans who are part of soccer clubs or leagues preferred

• Female soccer player: ages 18–24 with expert soccer skills

• Must be local to Southern California or able to work as a local hire

• Comfortable being filmed and taking direction

Compensation

• Non-union commercial pay: $650/session

• Buyout: $1,500

Actors for SAG Feature Film

Job Description
A new SAG feature film is casting speaking roles for an upcoming production filming in Kentucky. This story-driven project follows the true events behind a life-saving rescue and the impact of laws created to protect animals from abuse and cruelty. Casting is seeking local and regional actors for a wide range of supporting roles, including heartfelt drama, courtroom/political scenes, and community characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted speaking scenes with strong emotional truth and character consistency

• Take direction from the director and collaborate professionally with cast and crew

• Prepare scenes in advance and arrive ready for rehearsals and filming days

• Maintain continuity in performance, blocking, and dialogue across takes

• Portray real-world, character-driven roles with authenticity and respect

Requirements

• Actors of all experience levels encouraged (union and non-union considered)

• Ability to perform speaking roles and handle dramatic material

• Local or regional availability to work in Kentucky

• Professional communication, reliability, and readiness for a SAG-style set

• Willingness to audition for one or more roles listed below

Compensation

• SAG Low Budget rates (applies to both union and non-union performers for speaking roles)

Roles Available

• Eric (Male, 40s) — Bookish but handsome; becomes Claire’s love interest; encourages her through stage-4 cancer and helps her reconnect with faith

• Irene (Female, 20s) — Cute, upbeat; runs the front desk of the shelter/animal hospital

• Billy (Male, 20s) — Animal vet tech; works with Dr. Jill and Amie to help save Ethan (the dog)

• Amie (Female, 20s–?) — Animal vet tech; highest-skilled vet assistant next to Dr. Jill

• Andrea (Female, 20s–30s) — Unwilling member of a drug gang; tries to save Ethan; later leaves with support from Officer Greg

• Daniel (Male, 20s–30s) — Andrea’s boyfriend; locked into the gang; helps Andrea try to save Ethan

• Governor’s Secretary (Male, 25–50) — No-nonsense assistant to the Governor

• Reporter Sarah Shoemaker (Female, 25–45) — Field reporter interviewing the “Angel Animal Shelter” team

• Chairman Jones (Male, 50–60) — House Judiciary Committee Chairman

• Senate Speaker (Male, 50–60) — Speaker of the House

• Delores (Female, 50s) — Police dispatch officer with a heart

• Teacher (Female, late 20s) — Tatum’s upbeat school teacher

• Samantha (Female, 10) — Attractive girl with a crush on Tatum; supports Tatum and Ethan

• Todd (Male, 10) — Mean kid; likely likes Samantha; jealous; later becomes kinder and supports the dog

• Senator Davis (Male, 60s) — Senator and key supporter of the Ethan law

• Angry Senator (Female, 50–60) — Stuck in her ways; opposes changing the law in Kentucky