Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

New York Knicks Superfans for Paid Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is seeking real New York Knicks superfans from across New York City. The production is looking for authentic New Yorkers with genuine Knicks passion and real-life stories. Featured talent may include firefighters, nurses, community kitchen workers, young basketball players, wheelchair basketball players, and dedicated Knicks fans from all walks of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial celebrating New York Knicks fandom.
• Share authentic enthusiasm and personal connection to the Knicks.
• Participate naturally in filmed scenes and activities.
• Follow production direction throughout the commercial shoot.
• Bring genuine New York personality, energy, and basketball passion to the project.

Requirements

• Must be a genuine New York Knicks superfan.
• Must be based in New York City.
• Seeking NYC firefighters.
• Seeking nurses.
• Seeking community kitchen workers.
• Seeking basketball underdogs ages 13–16.
• Seeking wheelchair basketball players.
• Open to Knicks superfans from all walks of life.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation

• Session rate: $750/10 hours.
• Usage buyout: $3,500 if featured or recognizable in the final edit.

College Athletes for Large-Scale YouTube Competition

Job Description

A large-scale YouTube production is casting more than 100 college athletes for an entertainment-focused competition filming in the Chicagoland area. The production is seeking competitive, energetic athletes from a wide variety of sports who have personality, enjoy being on camera, and are ready for a fun competition. This is not a traditional combine, maximum-strength test, or extreme endurance event.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an entertainment-focused athletic competition for a YouTube production.
• Bring energy, personality, and a competitive attitude to the production.
• Participate in activities and challenges as directed by the production team.
• Remain available for the entire production day, including after elimination if applicable.
• Work professionally with other athletes, contestants, and crew members.

Requirements

• Male and female athletes.
• Athletes from any sport are welcome.
• Current college athletes are eligible.
• Athletes currently on a college roster or team are eligible.
• High school athletes officially committed to compete in college are also eligible.
• D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO, and other collegiate athletes are welcome.
• Must be competitive, energetic, comfortable on camera, and have an engaging personality.
• Must be able to work in the Chicagoland area.

Compensation

• $5,000+ cash grand prize awarded to the winner.
• Additional gifted products may be provided by production sponsors.
• Food and refreshments will be provided during the shoot.

Native Mandarin and Cantonese Speakers for Confidential Voice Project

Job Description

A confidential voice project is seeking native Mandarin and Cantonese speakers based in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia. No professional acting or voice-over experience is required. This opportunity is open to non-union participants who can bring authentic native-language skills to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person screening in Vancouver.
• Demonstrate natural and fluent Mandarin or Cantonese speaking abilities.
• Follow instructions provided by the project team.
• Participate professionally in the confidential voice project if selected.

Requirements

• Native Mandarin or Cantonese speaker.
• Must be based in Greater Vancouver.
• Must be non-union.
• No professional acting or voice-over experience required.
• Must be able to attend an in-person screening in Vancouver.

Compensation

• $125 CAD for attending the in-person screening.
• $100,000 USD buyout for participants hired for the project.

Focus Group Participants for Major YouTube Channel Video – Atlanta

Job Description

A major YouTube channel video production is seeking 12 people in the Atlanta area to participate in a focus group. The production is looking for outgoing individuals who are comfortable speaking their minds, sharing opinions, and trying new experiences on camera. Talent of all ethnicities and a wide range of ages is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed focus group for a major YouTube channel.
• Share honest opinions and reactions during discussions and activities.
• Participate in new experiences and interact naturally with other participants.
• Follow production direction throughout the video shoot.
• Remain engaged and comfortable speaking on camera.

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 25–90.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be comfortable speaking openly and sharing opinions.
• Outgoing and willing to try new experiences.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work in Marietta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $125.

12 Female Contestants for Reality TV Pilot – Atlanta

Job Description

A reality TV pilot filming in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking 12 female contestants for a seven-day production. Selected participants will appear throughout the reality series competition, showcase their personalities on camera, and have an opportunity to promote themselves while competing for a cash grand prize.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a contestant in a reality TV pilot production.
• Appear on camera and engage in activities throughout the competition.
• Bring an authentic, confident, and engaging personality to the show.
• Follow production instructions and participate in scheduled filming.
• Remain available throughout the production unless eliminated from the competition.

Requirements

• Seeking 12 female contestants.
• Must be comfortable appearing on a reality TV production.
• Confident, engaging, and comfortable expressing personality on camera.
• Must be available for all seven days of filming unless eliminated.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $1,000 grand prize for the winner.

Young Singles for YouTube Dating Series

Job Description

A new YouTube dating series is seeking young, fun, charming, and charismatic singles in the Los Angeles area. The production is looking for outgoing personalities who are genuinely single and interested in meeting new people while participating in an entertaining dating show.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a single cast member in a YouTube dating series.
• Engage naturally with other participants on camera.
• Bring an outgoing, fun, and charismatic personality to the production.
• Participate in dating-related activities and conversations.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 18–29.
• Must be single.
• Must be located in or available to work in the Los Angeles area.
• Fun, charming, charismatic, and comfortable on camera.
• Open to participating in a dating series and meeting other singles.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected participants.

Car Shoppers for Paid Non-Union Video Shoot

Job Description

A paid non-union video shoot is seeking outgoing individuals and couples in the Chicagoland area who are currently shopping for a car. Selected participants will test drive vehicles and provide authentic, real-time feedback about the vehicles and their features. This opportunity is ideal for real car shoppers who are comfortable sharing their opinions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Test drive selected vehicles during the video shoot.
• Provide honest, natural feedback about vehicle features and the driving experience.
• Participate comfortably in an on-camera discussion about the car-shopping experience.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Individuals and couples are welcome to participate.
• Must be located in or available to work in the Chicagoland area.
• Must currently be shopping for a car.
• Must be outgoing and comfortable speaking on camera.
• No professional acting experience is required.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected participants.

Niche Business Entrepreneurs for Banking Campaign in British Columbia

Job Description

A pop-up-style banking campaign is seeking entrepreneurs who run niche businesses in British Columbia. Selected business owners will be featured in the campaign, with potential compensation of up to $5,000.

Filming takes place in Vancouver and requires availability for three or more days during the production window, including possible weekend work.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a featured entrepreneur in a banking campaign.
• Represent your niche business on camera.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.

Requirements

• Be an entrepreneur operating a niche business in British Columbia.
• Must not be a member of ACTRA.
• Be available for three or more filming days in Vancouver, including possible weekends.
• Submit your name, age, ethnicity, location, and contact information.
• Provide a photo of yourself without hats, masks, or sunglasses.
• Upload a video following the instructions in the online application.
• If represented by an agent, have your agent submit on your behalf.

Compensation

• Selected participants may receive up to $5,000 to be featured.

Male Photo Double for “LMZU” in Fayetteville

Job Description

The production “LMZU” is seeking a Caucasian male photo double with a fit frame for filming in Fayetteville, Georgia. Talent must be between 6 feet and 6 feet 1 inch tall. This paid opportunity involves five scheduled filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a performer.
• Follow production direction for positioning and movement.
• Maintain visual continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Caucasian male with a fit frame.
• Height between 6 feet and 6 feet 1 inch.
• Be available for the scheduled filming days in Fayetteville, Georgia.
• Submit at least three photos, including a dated photo and a full-body photo.
• Include your age, height, weight, all clothing sizes, and complete contact information.
• Use the required email subject line.

Compensation

• $210 for 12 hours.

Real People with Purchase Scam Stories for “Swindled” Docuseries

Job Description

“Swindled,” a new docuseries for a major cable network, is seeking real people ages 16–60 who paid for something that did not match what they were promised. This paid opportunity is open to residents of New York City and surrounding areas within approximately one to two hours’ driving distance.
Stories may involve defective cars, misrepresented collectibles, counterfeit designer bags, or other disappointing purchases involving deception. If selected, the production team will come to you to document your experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your firsthand story about being scammed during a purchase.
• Participate in filming with the production team.
• Discuss the item you purchased and how it differed from what was promised.

Requirements

• Be ages 16–60.
• Live in New York City or within approximately one to two hours’ driving distance.
• Have a real personal experience involving a purchase scam or misrepresented item.
• Be comfortable sharing your story on camera.
• Submit your story, one photo of yourself, and one photo of the item involved.

Compensation

• Paid participation.
• Selected participants will be compensated for their time and use of their story.
• The production team will travel to selected participants.