Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A cinematic Nike spec commercial is seeking a Black male actor to portray a coach in a student-produced project filming in the San Francisco Bay Area. The short follows a runner during a cross-country run while his coach rides alongside him on horseback, pushing him to keep going. The production will feature an intense, raw, and physically demanding visual style.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident and commanding coach in a cinematic spec commercial.
• Perform scenes alongside a runner during a cross-country sequence.
• Deliver a strong physical and emotional performance as the coach challenges and motivates the runner.
• Spend significant portions of filming mounted on horseback.
• Follow performance, movement, and creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male actor, approximately late 40s–50s.
• Strong, weathered, confident, and commanding screen presence.
• Must be comfortable riding a horse.
• Previous horseback riding experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; specific rate has not been provided.

$150/6 Hours Girls Ages 3–5 for WDW ShootJob Description

An upcoming WDW production in Orlando, Florida, is seeking young girls ages 3 to 5 for a professional shoot. The production is particularly interested in Hispanic and African American children. Parents will also be booked to participate alongside their child.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional WDW production.
• Follow simple age-appropriate direction during filming.
• Work alongside a parent or guardian during the production.
• Remain comfortable and cooperative in a professional production environment.

Requirements

• Girls ages 3–5.
• Hispanic and African American talent are preferred.
• Must be able to work in Orlando, Florida.
• A parent must be available to participate in the production with the child.

Compensation

• $150 for 6 hours.
• Parent will also be booked.

$270/8 Hours Black Male Photo Double for “Out the Kitchen”

Job Description

“Out the Kitchen” is seeking a Black male photo double for interior and exterior production work in the New York City area. The selected talent should closely match the requested physical profile and be comfortable receiving a haircut if needed for the role. This background role is covered by the SAG-AFTRA CBA.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for the production.
• Participate in interior and exterior scenes in the New York City area.
• Follow production direction and maintain continuity as required.
• Attend a required fitting before filming.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Approximately 6 feet tall with a fit build.
• Must have short hair.
• Must be comfortable receiving a haircut if needed.
• Must be able to work in the New York City area.
• Must be available for the required fitting in Long Island City and production shoot in New York City.

Compensation

• $270 for 8 hours.

$175/12 Hours Female Photo Double for Streaming Series

Job Description

A streaming series filming in Cedartown, Georgia, is seeking a female photo double for an actress. The production is looking for talent who closely matches the actress in overall appearance, coloring, build, hair, and physical characteristics. This is a non-union background casting opportunity requiring availability for multiple workdays, including potential late-night and overnight filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for an actress in a streaming series.
• Match the actress’s appearance as closely as possible for designated scenes.
• Follow production and on-set direction throughout filming.
• Be prepared for daytime, nighttime, and overnight filming as required.

Requirements

• Female, approximately 22–40 years old.
• African American.
• Approximately 5’4” to 5’6” tall.
• Medium/tan complexion.
• Long dark brown hair with lighter brown or caramel highlights.
• Brown eyes.
• Must have a similar overall build and appearance to the actress being doubled.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Cedartown, Georgia.
• Must have full availability for all required workdays and call times.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 12 hours, if applicable.
• Additional $15 gas bump per workday.

High-Paid African American Male Dancers Casting Call

Job Description

A high-paid casting opportunity in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking African American male dancers with strong choreography skills. Talent should be confident performing structured dance routines and must meet the requested appearance and height requirements. Rehearsals will be required before the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed dance routines as directed by the production team.
• Participate in required rehearsals and learn assigned choreography.
• Follow creative and performance direction throughout the production.
• Maintain professionalism and energy during rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• African American male dancers.
• Must have strong choreography and dance skills.
• Must be 6 feet tall or taller.
• Must have a low haircut.
• No afros, locs, or braids.
• Must be available to rehearse.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• High-paid opportunity; specific rate has not been provided.

$125/Day “I’d Kill To Be You” Casting Call for Officer

Job Description

The TV series “I’d Kill To Be You” is seeking a Black male actor to portray a police officer in an upcoming episode filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role involves minimal scenes and calls for a performer who can naturally portray a professional law enforcement officer.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scenes for “I’d Kill To Be You.”
• Deliver a natural and professional law enforcement presence.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male performer.
• Fit appearance.
• Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

$300 Black Male Performer – Speaking Role for Comedian / Content Creator Project

Job Description

A casting opportunity is seeking a Black male performer who identifies as gay for a speaking role in an A-list comedian and content creator project. The selected performer should have strong speaking skills and a confident, natural on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role for a comedian and content creator project.
• Deliver dialogue clearly, naturally, and confidently on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male performer, ages 25–35.
• Identifies as gay.
• Strong speaking and on-camera communication skills.
• No tattoos or extra piercings.

Compensation

• $300 for up to 6 hours.

“213” 1990s Film / Snoop Dogg Biopic Casting Call – Pool Party Women

Job Description

A 1990s-set film and Snoop Dogg biopic is seeking Black women for a pool party scene filming in Los Angeles and the Valley. This background acting opportunity is looking for talent who are comfortable performing topless as part of the scene. Union and non-union performers are welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a pool party scene.
• Portray the 1990s setting naturally and authentically on camera.
• Follow production direction while working on set.
• Be comfortable performing topless for the required scene.

Requirements

• Black women, ages 21–32.
• Must be comfortable with topless performance and semi-nudity.
• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles / Valley area.
• Union and non-union talent are welcome.

Compensation

• Higher rate offered; exact compensation is not specified.

Black Male Talent for Netflix “Precision” Season 2

Job Description

Netflix series “Precision” Season 2 is casting Black male talent to portray members of an elite group of reporters, news professionals, and politicians attending a figure skating competition. The role calls for a polished, upscale, and conservative on-camera appearance.

This non-union casting opportunity is searching for new faces joining the second season of the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional figure attending a high-profile skating event.
• Represent a refined reporter, news, or political environment on camera.
• Follow production direction and continuity requirements.
• Maintain a professional appearance throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male talent in their 30s-40s.
• Clean-cut and upscale appearance.
• Must be clean shaven.
• Must be a new face to “Precision” Season 2.
• Must be available October 13, 14, and 15, 2026.
• Non-union and AABP talent only.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.
• Non-union production opportunity.

Young Dad for YA Romantic Comedy Feature Film

Job Description

A YA romantic comedy feature film is seeking an African American male actor to portray a young dad in a rush casting opportunity. The production needs talent available for an early morning shoot in Bartlett, Illinois.

This paid film role is ideal for performers who can quickly commit to a scheduled production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young father character in a feature film scene.
• Arrive prepared for an early morning production call.
• Follow direction from the film team.
• Deliver a natural and professional on-camera performance.

Requirements

• African American male ages 38-45.
• Must be available for filming tomorrow, September 29, 2026.
• Must arrive for the 5:48 AM call time.
• Must be available in Bartlett, Illinois.
• Must provide required casting profile information.

Compensation

• Pay: $148 for 8 hours.