Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

NYU Thesis Film Casting Call

Job Description
An NYU graduate thesis film titled Brown Waters is now casting young Black female actors for lead and supporting roles in a coming-of-age story set in Georgia’s Bible Belt. The production is seeking talented young performers with strong emotional presence for an independent film exploring family, identity, and growing up in the South.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes in a dramatic coming-of-age film
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Participate in callbacks and filming as scheduled
• Bring emotional authenticity and depth to the role

Requirements

• Seeking Black female actors for the following roles:
  • Adena: ages 9–12, lead role
  • Mary Ann: ages 12–15, supporting role
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic independent film
• Must be available for callbacks and filming in Decatur, Georgia
• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Meals provided during production
• Travel stipend available
• Film credit for participation
• Opportunity to work on an NYU graduate thesis film

True Crime Recreation Series Casting Call

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee is now casting a Black female actor for a featured role in a network television production. Casting directors are seeking talent who closely resembles a provided reference photo and can match the hairstyle for the role. This project involves scripted depictions of violence and murder-related content for dramatic reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a true crime recreation series
• Follow scripted direction for dramatic reenactment scenes
• Match hair and overall appearance to production references
• Work closely with the production team during filming

Requirements

• Black female talent, 18 years or older
• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting
• Able to match hairstyle similarly to the character reference
• Comfortable working with scripted violence and murder-related content
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $200 per filming day
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Opportunity to appear in a network television production

Home Furnishing Store Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A home furnishing store campaign is now casting men and women for a paid photo and video shoot filming near New York City. Casting directors are looking for diverse talent ages 55–73 with authentic personalities and relatable looks to appear in lifestyle-focused promotional content. This is a high-paying opportunity for talent interested in commercial print and video work.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photo and video shoot
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Appear in lifestyle scenes for commercial advertising
• Travel to the filming location as scheduled

Requirements

• Women ages 55–73, sizes 6–14
• Men ages 55–73 with medium to larger frames
• Open to African American, Biracial, Hispanic, Asian, and Caucasian talent
• Comfortable appearing in commercial photo and video content
• Must be available to travel for filming near New York City

Compensation

• $3,000–$4,000 pay rate
• $350 travel reimbursement for gas and hotel expenses
• Professional commercial campaign opportunity

Officer 4 for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a Black male actor to portray an arresting officer in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is looking for physically fit talent with strong on-camera presence for dramatic law enforcement reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an arresting officer in true crime reenactment scenes
• Participate in dramatic television filming
• Follow production direction and continuity requirements
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming

Requirements

• Black male talent, ages 30–40
• Physically fit appearance preferred
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• Rate: $150 per day plus hotel
• Paid television reenactment opportunity
• Non-union production

Driver for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a driver role for an upcoming production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking talent to portray a witness who reports a crime scene during dramatic reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a driver witnessing a crime-related situation
• Participate in reenactment scenes for network television
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain realism and continuity on set

Requirements

• Black, Hispanic, or any ethnicity welcome
• Male talent, ages 40+
• Must be able to portray concern and urgency on camera
• Comfortable participating in dramatic reenactment scenes
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• Rate: $125 per day
• Paid television reenactment opportunity
• Non-union production

Kids for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting Black boys and girls for child roles filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is seeking young performers for reenactment scenes in a non-union network television project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in reenactment scenes for a television production
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism on set with guardians present

Requirements

• Black boys or girls, ages 7–12
• Comfortable working on a television set
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• Rate: $75 per day
• Paid television reenactment opportunity
• Non-union production

Black & Biracial Babies for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A SAG commercial for a major insurance campaign is seeking Black and biracial babies for a featured role filming in Chicago, Illinois. Casting directors are looking for infants who can comfortably interact on camera in a close-up family-focused scene. This is a paid commercial opportunity with the potential for additional residual earnings.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a featured commercial scene with adult actors
• Participate in close-up hand and family interaction shots
• Work alongside a parent or guardian on set
• Follow production scheduling and on-set direction

Requirements

• Black or biracial babies, ages 3–7 months
• Male or female infants welcome
• Must be able to grip an adult’s finger for featured shots
• Must be located in the Chicagoland area
• Parent or guardian must accompany child to set
• Must be available for filming in Chicago, Illinois

Compensation

• Minimum pay: $1,200 for the shoot day
• Potential residual compensation if recognizable in the final commercial
• SAG commercial opportunity
• Professional commercial production experience

Young Actress to Portray Josephine Baker at Age 12

Job Description
A production is casting a young actress to portray Josephine Baker at 12 years old for an upcoming project filming in the UK or Europe. Casting directors are seeking talented young performers with dance experience, strong comedic timing, and the ability to perform with an American accent. This is a great opportunity for rising young actors interested in portraying an iconic historical figure.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young Josephine Baker in scripted scenes
• Perform with confidence and emotional authenticity on camera
• Utilize dance skills during rehearsals or filming if required
• Follow direction from the production and creative team

Requirements

• Talent ages 12–16
• Black or mixed ethnicity preferred
• Must be able to perform an American accent
• Dance experience required
• Strong comedic timing and charisma preferred
• Height must not exceed 155 cm
• Must be based in the UK or Europe

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Chance to portray an iconic historical figure
• Work with a professional film production team

African American Male Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking African American male background actors to portray “Bunny Soldiers” in an important featured crew role for upcoming scenes. Casting directors are looking for strong on-camera presence and reliable performers who can commit to full-day filming availability. This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent who have not yet worked on the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured crew members in television scenes
• Follow direction from the production and continuity teams
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
• Be available for a full day of shooting as scheduled

Requirements

• African American/Black male talent
• Ages 20s–50s
• Must not have previously worked on the production
• Full-day availability required
• Reliable and punctual for filming call times
• Must have current photos for submission

Compensation

• Rate: $250 for 12 hours
• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Featured continuity role within the production

Hispanic and African American Toddler Boys for Medical Center Print Ad

Job Description
A medical center print advertising campaign is now casting Hispanic and African American toddler boys for an upcoming photo shoot in Fort Worth, Texas. Production is seeking young talent ages 2–3 for billboard, poster, and web advertising materials. This is a paid commercial print opportunity for local families with toddlers who fit the requested look.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional print advertising photo shoot
• Follow simple direction with parent or guardian assistance
• Work with photographers and production staff during the session
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude on set
• Be available for one scheduled shoot day in Fort Worth

Requirements

• Hispanic or African American toddler boys
• Ages 2–3 years old
• Must be available for one potential shoot date
• Parent or guardian must be available for production coordination
• Comfortable participating in a professional photo shoot environment
• Must be local to Fort Worth, Texas or surrounding areas

Compensation

• $1,665 rate plus 20% agency fee if applicable
• Usage includes billboards, posters, ads, and web materials
• Three-year usage term
• Paid commercial print campaign opportunity