Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Major Sneaker Brand Commercial Casting Call for Teen Basketball Players

Job Description
A major sneaker brand commercial is now casting African American boys ages 12–16 with intermediate basketball skills for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles, CA. This high-paying commercial opportunity is open to nationwide submissions, and travel will be provided for talent who are not local. Casting is seeking confident young athletes who can showcase authentic basketball ability on camera while representing a leading athletic footwear brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball drills and gameplay movements on camera
• Showcase intermediate-level basketball skills
• Follow direction from the commercial director and production team
• Maintain energy and focus during the shoot
• Represent the brand with confidence and authenticity

Requirements

• African American boys, ages 12–16
• Intermediate basketball skills required
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for scheduled shoot date
• Parent or guardian must provide consent and supervision

Compensation

• $5,000 for 12 hours
• Travel provided if not local to Los Angeles
• National commercial exposure

Stand-In Casting Call for Wireless Commercial

Job Description
A wireless commercial is now casting male stand-ins for an upcoming shoot in New York City. This commercial stand-in casting call is seeking local NYC talent only—no travel will be provided. Production is looking for individuals who closely match specific NBA player builds and heights. This is a paid commercial opportunity ideal for experienced stand-ins or background actors who fit the physical requirements and are comfortable working on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent during lighting and camera setups
• Maintain consistent positioning for production accuracy
• Follow direction from the assistant director and crew
• Be available for the full shoot day
• Arrive on time and ready for wardrobe and blocking

Requirements

• Must be local to New York City (no travel provided)
• Hispanic male, approximately 6 feet tall, average fit build
• African American male, approximately 6’8”–7 feet tall, average fit build
• Comfortable working long production hours
• Stand-in or on-set experience preferred (basketball experience not required)

Compensation

• $968.80 rate
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile wireless ad campaign

Job Description
A non-union body double casting call is now seeking a Mixed or African-American male for an interior production shooting in Downtown Toronto. This body double role requires close physical matching to the principal talent, including specific height, build, and wardrobe sizes. Talent must be fully available for recall, fitting, and shoot days. This is a high-paying film production opportunity ideal for experienced background actors or professional body doubles who meet the detailed specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for a principal actor in an interior shoot

• Match physical characteristics including height, build, and wardrobe sizes

• Attend fitting and production days as required

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Mixed or African-American male, ages 40–65

• Approximately 6’3” tall, 194–209 lbs

• Salt and pepper beard required

• Preferably bald

• Must be fully available for all required production days

• Must work in Downtown Toronto

Compensation

• $750 shoot rate

• $75 fitting rate

• Professional body double credit and on-set experience

Featured Extra – African American “Son” Role

Job Description
Marty Siu Casting is seeking one featured background actor for the short film Boatlift. This is a featured extra opportunity for a character described as an African American son who appears to be in his 40s.

This role will be part of a limited background cast and requires full availability for filming in Wilmington, NC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the son character in a featured background capacity

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism on set

• Be fully available for filming date

Requirements

• African American male

• Appears to be in his 40s (or looks early 40s)

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Must be fully available for filming on March 5

• Submit current photo and contact information

Compensation

• Featured extra role

• Paid short film opportunity

Job Description

A new Brooklyn-based urban series is now casting for a late spring production. The creative team is seeking two talented Black actors to portray teenage lead characters in this upcoming independent series.

This production is part of an indie filmmaking project and will feature a dynamic cast across multiple age groups. In addition to the lead roles, the team is also casting children, teens, and adult actors for various supporting and recurring characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teenage lead character in an urban drama series

• Deliver authentic, emotionally compelling performances

• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members throughout production

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming

Requirements

• Black actors

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager on screen

• Submit headshot, resume, and relevant performance links

• Professional attitude and reliability

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection

African American Son for Short Film Background Role

Job Description
A short film production is casting an African American male to portray a featured background role as a son in a picture pick scene. Casting directors are seeking a man in his 40s with a natural, grounded presence for this one-day shoot in Wilmington, North Carolina.

This short film background role requires availability for the full shoot day. Talent should have a believable, authentic look suitable for a family-based scene. Local Wilmington, NC talent only.

While this is a volunteer background acting role, selected talent will receive a stipend to help cover expenses.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family member in a background scene

• Be present and available for the entire shoot day

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• African American male

• 40s age range

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Available for the full shoot day

• Submit name, photo, and contact information

Compensation

• $100 stipend to cover expenses

• On-set experience in a short film production

• Opportunity to add a film credit

Mike – Real Military Veteran for Airline Commercial

Job Description
A major airline commercial is casting a real military veteran to portray “Mike” in a paid commercial shoot in Atlanta. Production is seeking a male, ages 35–40, African American or Hispanic, who is an authentic military veteran.

Casting directors are looking for someone mature, grounded, and physically active with a calm, confident presence. This role calls for a natural leader type — someone who carries himself with strength and quiet assurance on camera. The character thrives in structured environments and reflects discipline, warmth, and authenticity.

This is a high-paying commercial opportunity with potential usage upgrades. Local Atlanta talent only — no travel provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a military veteran in an airline commercial
• Deliver authentic, natural on-camera performance
• Take direction from the commercial director and production team
• Maintain a professional and polished presence on set
• Be available for fitting and scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Male, ages 35–40
• African American or Hispanic
• Must be a real military veteran
• Physically active with a calm, grounded presence
• Comfortable on camera
• Must be local to Atlanta (no travel provided)
• Available for fitting and shoot dates

Compensation

• $500 talent rate (minus 20% agency fee)
• $100 fitting rate (minus 20% agency fee)
• $1,500 usage rate (minus 20% agency fee)
• $3,000 usage upgrade (if applicable, minus 20% agency fee)

College Girl 1, 2 & 3 – Featured Background

Job Description:
A suspense short film is seeking featured background talent to portray college friends in vibrant social scenes. These roles require high energy and natural chemistry in dance-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray college students in featured background scenes

• Participate in dance challenges and social interactions

• Maintain continuity and high energy on set

Requirements:

• Female, early 20s

• African American

• Comfortable dancing on camera

• Strong, expressive personality

Compensation:

• Featured background credit

• Non-union short film opportunity

Erica Standfield – Supporting Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A non-union thriller short film is seeking an actress for Erica Standfield, a confident college student with a strong personality and social presence. This role adds depth to the college friend dynamic central to the story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college student in key supporting scenes

• Perform in social and dance sequences

• Deliver expressive and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements:

• Female, 22 years old (or able to portray)

• African American

• Approximately 5’9”

• Long hair, curvaceous figure

• Comfortable dancing and performing in group scenes

Compensation:

• Supporting role credit

• Short film performance opportunity

Renee Rider – Supporting Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A suspense short film is casting Renee Rider, a college student balancing financial struggles while maintaining her vibrant social life. This supporting role requires warmth, energy, and emotional range in a dramatic thriller setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college student in supporting scenes

• Deliver natural, expressive performance

• Participate in dance and social scenes

• Collaborate with ensemble cast

Requirements:

• Female, 21 years old (or able to portray)

• African American (dark-skinned)

• Braided hair, manicured nails

• Comfortable dancing on camera

• Strong acting ability

Compensation:

• Supporting role credit

• Non-union short film experience