Jobs in New York, United States

Up to $4,250 Major Tech Company Health App Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A major tech company is casting a non-union documentary-style commercial promoting new features for a popular health app. The production is seeking adults in the New York City area who are open to sharing authentic health and wellness journeys. Roles include people recovering from injuries, managing long-term conditions, making lifestyle changes, giving or receiving care, staying active later in life, experiencing major life transitions, or exploring mindfulness and holistic wellness practices. This casting is intended for people recovering, managing symptoms, or who have recovered and is not intended for terminal illnesses.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a documentary-style commercial centered on real health and wellness experiences.
• Share authentic personal experiences related to the selected health journey.
• Work naturally on camera and follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in one of the featured categories: Peak Performer, Long Term Manager, Fresh Starter, Care Giver, Active Senior, Life Transition, or Mind + Balance Seeker.

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be based in New York City or able to work as a local.
• Non-union talent.
• Must be comfortable sharing personal experiences on camera.
• Open to individuals on the road to recovery, managing symptoms, or who have recovered.

Compensation

• $750 session rate.
• $3,500 buyout.
• Up to $4,250 total compensation.

Teyana Taylor’s ‘GET LITE’ Open Casting Call

Teyana Taylor’s film Get Lite is casting new background actors in New York City to portray Harlem residents and help create an authentic neighborhood atmosphere. This paid opportunity is open to performers with no prior acting experience, and there are no fees to participate. Filming will take place throughout September and October in Harlem.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Harlem resident in background scenes for Get Lite
• Help create an authentic Harlem neighborhood environment on camera
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain professional behavior and reliability on set
• Be available for filming assignments throughout September and October

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Harlem, New York
• No previous acting experience is required
• Must be able to portray a Harlem resident
• Must register with Central Casting New York
• Must be available for production dates scheduled throughout September and October

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• No participation fees required

Myron Bolitar Casting Call for US Open Tennis Fans and Staff

Job Description

Harlan Coben’s Myron Bolitar is seeking non-union background talent to portray people attending and working at a professional tennis event in Flushing, Queens. The production is looking for talent to portray US Open tennis fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, spectators, trainers, and other background roles for exterior summer scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tennis spectators, fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, trainers, or other event attendees and staff.
• Participate in exterior scenes depicting a professional tennis tournament.
• Follow direction from the production team while filming.
• Maintain professional behavior throughout the production.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Must be able to work in Flushing, Queens.
• Comfortable working in exterior summer scenes.
• Able to portray a realistic tennis fan, spectator, coach, stadium employee, security professional, trainer, or similar role.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation after 10 hours.

Feature Film New York Extras Casting Call for Double Dutchers

A feature film is casting Union and non-union background performers with Double Dutch experience for an exterior shoot in West Harlem. Selected talent will portray neighborhood residents Double Dutching in a scene filming on October 5. This is a special ability background role requiring demonstrated Double Dutch skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighborhood resident in a feature film background scene
• Perform Double Dutch on camera as part of the scene
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain continuity and professional on-set behavior throughout filming
• Participate in an exterior shoot in West Harlem

Requirements

• Open to Union and non-union background performers
• Must have Double Dutch experience
• Must be available to film on October 5
• Must be able to work in West Harlem, New York
• Current photo required for consideration
• Clothing sizes and Union status required with submission
• Applicants should provide details about their Double Dutch experience

Compensation

• $241 for 8 hours
• Special ability background rate

Popular TV Series Casting Call for Babies

A popular television series filming in New York City is casting Caucasian babies to portray the baby of lead actors. Twins, multiples, and individual babies are welcome to apply. The production is seeking babies due in October 2026, smaller babies born before that timeframe, and babies due in late November or early December. Selected babies will work under applicable child labor laws and permitted work-hour requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a popular television series
• Portray the baby of lead actors in scripted scenes
• Participate in filming under parent or guardian supervision
• Follow all applicable child labor regulations and production requirements
• Be available for production scheduling as needed if selected

Requirements

• Casting Caucasian babies
• Twins, multiples, and individual babies are welcome
• Seeking babies due in October 2026
• Smaller babies born before October 2026 may also be considered
• Also seeking babies due in late November or early December
• Must be able to work in New York City
• Parent or legal guardian must handle the submission process
• Applicable child labor laws and permitted work hours will apply

Compensation

• Pays above the SAG background rate
• Compensation is subject to production terms and applicable child labor requirements

Job Description

A production in New York City is seeking male and female background actors for featured “slice of life” scenes. Selected extras will portray pedestrians or shoppers, with faces visible on camera. This paid casting opportunity is looking for adult talent who can bring a natural and authentic presence to everyday scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background actor portraying a pedestrian or shopper.
• Perform natural everyday actions for “slice of life” scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a professional and camera-ready presence on set.

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 25–35.
• No minors.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Comfortable appearing visibly on camera in background scenes.

Compensation

• $250 all-in shoot rate.

Netflix ‘Women Like Us’ Casting Call for Music Festival Goers

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking Black men and women in their 20s–40s to portray music festival goers in the Netflix film WOMEN LIKE US. The scene calls for a soulful, fun, feel-good music festival vibe, and talent should bring energy, style, and festival spirit. Filming takes place in Staten Island, NY, with transportation provided from Manhattan, NY.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a music festival goer in WOMEN LIKE US.
• Bring energy, style, and a fun festival spirit to the scene.
• Participate in a soulful, feel-good music festival environment.
• Work on location in Staten Island, NY.

Requirements

• Black men and women.
• Ages 20s–40s.
• Must be able to work in Staten Island, NY.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not provided.

$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.

Amazon/MGM Studio Casting Call for Lead Actor Photo Double

Job Description

A huge confidential Amazon/MGM Studios film is casting a child photo double for a lead actor in New York City. Selected talent must closely match the lead actor’s physical appearance and measurements and be available from 10/19–10/22 in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a lead actor in a confidential film.
• Match the lead actor’s appearance and measurements for production needs.
• Be available to work in New York City from 10/19–10/22.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Child talent approximately 4’5″.
• Caucasian.
• Medium to longish light brown hair.
• Must be okay with a possible haircut.
• Weight: 56–60 lbs.
• Shirt size: 8.
• Pants size: M.
• Shoe size: 3.
• Must be available 10/19–10/22 in New York City.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not provided

CLICK Model New York Open Call

Job Description

CLICK Model New York is holding an open call for models interested in representation and professional modeling opportunities. The one-hour casting is seeking female-presenting and male-presenting talent who meet the specified height requirements and can attend the open call on time.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the scheduled model open call on time
• Meet with the casting and modeling team for consideration
• Present yourself professionally during the evaluation
• Be prepared to discuss your modeling experience and availability

Requirements

• Female-presenting models must be 5’9″-5’11”
• Male-presenting models must be 6’1″-6’3″
• Must be punctual and available during the designated open-call period
• Professional attitude and interest in modeling opportunities

Compensation

• Compensation and rates are not specified