Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Dry Heave – Feature Film Casting Call

Job Description

An SVA thesis film, Dry Heave, is casting union and non-union actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows 20-year-old Sabean after she discovers her father sleeping with her roommate, prompting her to commit him to a treatment center where an unconventional head nurse teaches middle-aged men to be attracted to women their own age. Filming will take place in Brooklyn and Upstate New York. Casting directors are seeking performers with strong comedic abilities, and improv experience is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead or supporting characters in a narrative film
• Perform scripted scenes with emotional and comedic depth
• Collaborate with cast, director, and production team
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Bring authenticity and strong character development to the role

Requirements

Jason (Lead)

• Male, 50s
• Charming, funny, and deeply immature
• Stylish and confident on the surface
• Strong comedic and dramatic acting ability

Sabean (Lead)

• Female, 20s
• Sharp-witted, observant, and emotionally complex
• Strong dramatic acting skills
• Able to portray layered emotional storytelling

Laura (Supporting)

• Female, 20s
• Effortless girl-next-door charm
• Quietly rebellious personality
• Strong character acting ability

Mark (Supporting)

• Male, 50s
• Traditional small-town father type
• Emotionally distant and casually self-destructive
• Strong comedic and dramatic instincts

Chrissy (Supporting)

• Female, 50s
• Charismatic and unconventional head nurse
• Sharp, witty, and highly perceptive
• Excellent comedic timing required
• Union and non-union actors welcome
• Improv experience is a plus
• Strong comedic ability preferred

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Union and non-union roles available

Māori / Polynesian Dancers

Job Description

A production casting in Los Angeles is seeking Māori and Polynesian-type dancers for an upcoming project. Casting directors are looking for talented performers who can authentically represent Māori or Polynesian cultural dance styles. Both union and non-union talent are encouraged to apply. Individuals with tattoos are welcome and encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dance sequences as directed by the production team
• Represent authentic Māori or Polynesian movement and performance styles
• Follow choreography and creative direction
• Collaborate with fellow performers and crew on set
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Māori or Polynesian-type dancers
• Strong dance ability and performance experience preferred
• Tattoos welcome
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Union and non-union talent accepted
• Available to work in Los Angeles on or around June 23

Compensation

• Paid performance opportunity
• Union and non-union roles available

Female Research Participants for Security Technology Project

Job Description

A security technology company is seeking local women for a paid research project in Pittsburgh’s North Shore area. Participants will help support the development of technology designed to distinguish people from objects in emergency situations within schools, hospitals, and retail environments. This is not traditional film or television extra work. The project involves walking short distances repeatedly while carrying various items during recorded scenario recreations in a school setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in recorded scenario recreations
• Walk short distances repeatedly while carrying various props and items
• Follow instructions from the research team
• Use a smartphone during portions of the project if needed
• Remain active and on your feet throughout the shift

Requirements

• Female
• Height: 4’11″–5’3″
• Slender to average build
• Age 18+
• Must have a smartphone
• No mobility limitations
• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area
• Reliable transportation required
• Must not have previously worked on this project in 2025 or 2026

Compensation

• $75 for a 2.5-hour shift
• Additional opportunity to book a separate 4-hour shift for $100

Real Kroger Pharmacy Customers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking real Kroger Pharmacy customers for a paid advertising project filming in the Cincinnati region, including Louisville, Indianapolis, Columbus, and surrounding areas. Casting directors are looking for authentic individuals who have a genuine connection with their Kroger pharmacist and can share their real experiences. This is an opportunity to appear in a professional commercial campaign scheduled to film in mid-July.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign as yourself
• Share authentic experiences related to Kroger Pharmacy services
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Attend scheduled filming dates if selected
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Open to all races, genders, and backgrounds
• Must know your Kroger pharmacist by name
• Must have a prescription for a GLP-1 medication OR have received respiratory vaccines within the last year (flu, COVID, or RSV)
• Must be available for filming in the Cincinnati region

Compensation

• Well-paid commercial opportunity
• Professional advertising campaign

Upscale Literary Types for “SLIP”

Job Description

A production is seeking upscale non-union talent to portray sophisticated literary types for the project SLIP. Casting directors are looking for individuals who embody a creative, cultured, intellectual, and stylish aesthetic reminiscent of exclusive literary and artistic circles. Ideal candidates can authentically portray accomplished writers, artists, academics, publishers, and tastemakers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale literary and creative professionals on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Help create an authentic high-end intellectual social environment
• Maintain professionalism throughout fittings and filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent
• Creative, cultured, intellectual appearance
• Sophisticated and stylish personal aesthetic
• Able to portray writers, artists, academics, publishers, or tastemakers
• Comfortable working on a professional production set
• Available for both fitting and filming dates

Compensation

• Paid non-union opportunity

Old Fashioned Faces for Music Video

Job Description

A music video for a well-known alternative artist is seeking unique individuals with old-fashioned looks to appear in supporting roles. Casting directors are looking for authentic faces and distinctive character types who can help bring a timeless aesthetic to the project. No previous acting experience is required. This paid opportunity is open to London-based talent ages 17–74.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in supporting roles within a music video production
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Contribute to the visual style and atmosphere of the project
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 17–74
• Must be based in London
• Distinctive old-fashioned or timeless appearance
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• No acting experience required
• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid music video opportunity

Volunteer

Job Description

A production filming in Newmarket is seeking background actors to portray volunteers in clinic scenes. This role will help create realistic and engaging healthcare-related environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a volunteer in clinic-related scenes
• Follow direction from production staff
• Participate in background activities as needed
• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 30–40
• Caucasian
• Must be a new face to the production
• Available for filming on June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity

Patient

Job Description

A Newmarket production is casting featured background talent to portray patients in clinic scenes. Casting directors are seeking a variety of ages and ethnicities to help create an authentic healthcare environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient in clinic scenes
• Follow production and assistant director instructions
• Participate in background action as directed
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 18–60
• Diverse ethnicities encouraged
• Must be a fresh face not previously featured on the production
• Available June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background role

Clinic Crowd Member

Job Description

A production filming in Newmarket is seeking featured background talent to portray clinic visitors in a day shoot. Casting directors are looking for fresh faces who have not previously appeared on the production. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who can naturally portray patients, visitors, and community members in a healthcare setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a clinic visitor or patient in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive on time and remain available for the duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 30–40
• Diverse ethnicities encouraged
• Must be a new face to the production
• Must be approved by casting
• Available for filming in Newmarket on June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity