Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A rush call in the NYC area is casting actors and models for a paid shoot. Production is seeking confident, camera-ready talent who can take direction quickly in a fast-moving set environment. Some roles may include lines, so comfort speaking on camera is a plus. This is a short, single-day booking in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a filmed shoot as an actor or model

• Follow direction from the production team and adapt quickly

• Maintain continuity across takes and stay camera-ready

• Deliver natural reactions and light dialogue if assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City

• Open to all looks

• Roles needed:

  • 3 male actors (20s–30s)

  • 1 female runner model

  • 2 female actor/models (20s–30s)

• Comfortable on camera; speaking ability a plus (may have lines)

Compensation

• $250 for 6 hours

Job Description
A photoshoot in the NYC area is seeking a dark skin model for a paid booking. This is a great opportunity for models who are camera-ready, confident, and able to take direction in a professional shoot environment. The shoot is scheduled for a short, single-day session in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Model on set for a professional photoshoot

• Follow direction from the photographer and creative team

• Maintain a strong on-camera presence with natural posing

• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to shoot for the full call time

Requirements

• Dark skin model

• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City

• Comfortable posing and taking direction on camera

• Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $250 for 6 hours

Russian-Speaking Male Actors for Paid NYC Museum Performance

Job Description
A paid performance project is casting Russian-speaking male actors for a live or filmed performance by an acclaimed artist at a major museum in New York City. This opportunity is open to both experienced actors and first-time performers who are confident, reliable, and comfortable taking direction in an art-forward environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as directed as part of an artist-led performance project

• Communicate naturally in Russian as required for the role

• Follow staging, timing, and performance direction from the creative team

• Maintain professionalism and focus in a museum setting

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–55

• Must be Russian-speaking

• Open to actors and first-time performers

• Must be able to work in New York City as a local hire

• Comfortable performing in a museum environment

Compensation

• Paid performance role (rate provided upon selection)

Youth Featured Background Actors for Major Period Drama Feature Film

Job Description
A major period drama feature film is casting local youth background actors for featured background roles in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is seeking boys to portray younger brothers in a 1900s-era setting. This is a great opportunity for young performers (SAG-AFTRA or non-union) who can take direction well, stay focused on set, and look authentic for a historical film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “younger brother” in a period drama scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, reactions, and positioning between takes

• Work professionally with child welfare guidelines and on-set supervision

Requirements

• Boys ages 9–13

• Must be under 5 feet tall

• Caucasian-appearing with light brown to dirty blonde hair

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area

• Must have a valid NYS child performer permit and trust account (or be willing to obtain)

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $224 for 8 hours (SAG BG scale)

Swing Dancing Couples for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting experienced swing dancers to appear as “ghost swing dancing couples” in a fun, high-energy scene. This role is perfect for dancers who can bring strong musicality, confident partnering, and authentic swing style to camera. Filming will take place in a Rochester studio, and talent must be able to report to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dancing as part of a partnered couple on camera

• Follow choreography direction and adjust timing for filming

• Maintain energy, rhythm, and character consistency across takes

• Work professionally with the production team in a studio environment

Requirements

• Experienced swing dancers

• Ages 30–65

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must be able to report to a Rochester studio for filming

• Partnered dancers encouraged (apply with a partner if available)

• Video of swing dancing strongly preferred

Compensation

• $100

Blonde Child Siblings for Untitled Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting light-haired child siblings for paid background work. Production is looking for a blonde or light-haired boy (ages 4–5) and a blonde or light-haired girl (ages 3–4) to portray siblings in an interior day shoot. This is a great opportunity for local NYC-area families with kids who are comfortable on set and can take simple direction with parent/guardian support.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling background characters in a feature film scene

• Follow simple, age-appropriate direction from the set team

• Maintain continuity with movement and placement during filming

• Work cooperatively with a parent/guardian and production staff on set

Requirements

• Light-haired/blonde child actors needed:

  • Boy, ages 4–5

  • Girl, ages 3–4

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Staten Island, NY / NYC area

• Parent/guardian must be available for the full shoot day

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union children welcome

• NY Child Performer Permit preferred (or ability to obtain, if required)

• Open to a possible costume fitting prior to the shoot

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (paid background work)

Non-Union Male Background Actors to Portray Unhoused Characters

Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting non-union men to portray unhoused character types for paid background work in Manhattan, New York. Scenes will film outdoors in winter conditions, so talent should be comfortable working in cold weather and taking direction in a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray unhoused background characters in winter exterior scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and on-set team

• Maintain continuity in movement, behavior, and positioning between takes

• Arrive prepared, stay professional, and remain camera-ready throughout the day

Requirements

• Men 18+ (non-union)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Manhattan, NY

• Comfortable filming outdoors in winter weather

• Must be legally eligible to work and able to provide required employment documents if booked

• Wardrobe pieces that support the role are a plus (as applicable)

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours

• Overtime after 10 hours (if applicable)

Job Description
A major production is casting US-based individuals for an upcoming hit series and is looking for bold personalities who proudly live the “cheapskate” lifestyle. If you’re the type who finds creative ways to save money, hunts for bargains, and loves sharing your budget hacks, this is a great opportunity to be featured on a high-profile project. Applicants can reach out directly to be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your real-life money-saving habits and bargain strategies on camera

• Participate in interviews and filming as part of a reality/documentary-style series

• Follow producer direction and be comfortable discussing your lifestyle authentically

• Be available for production communication and next steps if selected

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States

• Strong personality with confidence speaking on camera

• Comfortable sharing your budget-saving lifestyle and daily routines

• Reliable and responsive for casting communication

Compensation

• Details provided upon selection

• Potential paid TV opportunity (rates vary by production)

Blind and Visually Impaired Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking blind and visually impaired individuals for paid background roles in various scenes filming in New York City. Production is looking for people of all types, ethnicities, and genders, and wants authentic representation on camera. This is a union-covered background opportunity with professional set experience on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes while working in a structured set environment

• Be prepared for full filming days during the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Blind and visually impaired individuals

• All types, ethnicities, and genders welcome

• Must be able to work in New York City

• Must be available for filming during the scheduled May production window

• Must be able to present valid identification for employment eligibility

• If using a guide dog or support person, must be comfortable working with them on set as needed

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Covered by SAG-AFTRA CBA (preference of employment may apply)

Film Extras for Coming-of-Age Drama

Job Description
A coming-of-age drama film is seeking background actors to appear as extras in an intimate lounge scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and can bring a natural, nightlife energy to a moody, story-driven environment. Talent will be asked to wear elevated casual evening attire suitable for dinner or a night out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lounge patrons in a background role for a film scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity across takes with consistent reactions and movement

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated casual evening wear

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

• Comfortable appearing in a lounge setting with prop alcohol and prop weed on set (no actual consumption)

• Wardrobe: elevated casual evening wear (what you’d wear to dinner or a night out)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to stay for the full filming call time

Compensation

• Unpaid background role (no rate listed)

• Food and refreshments provided on set