Casting Call for Santa

Kids Ages 11–13 to Portray Middle Schoolers for New A24/Hulu TV Series

Job Description
A new A24/Hulu TV series starring Claire Danes and Ewan McGregor is casting kids ages 11–13 to portray middle school students as paid background actors. This is a great opportunity for families seeking paid background acting jobs for kids, with no experience required and no fees to apply. Filming will take place in the New York area, and production is looking for kids who can follow direction, stay focused on set, and bring natural, age-appropriate energy to school scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a middle school student in background scenes for a TV series

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes

• Work professionally on set with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Kids ages 11–13

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the New York area (or self-report as local)

• No acting experience required

• Must be able to follow directions and remain set-ready during filming

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $224 / 8 hours

• Non-union rate: $187 / 10 hours

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Black and Hispanic Couples for Shoe Retailer Campaign

Job Description
A shoe retailer campaign is casting Black and Hispanic couples for a paid commercial shoot in the NYC area. Production is seeking real couples with natural chemistry and strong on-camera connection for lifestyle-focused scenes created for web, social, and in-store use. This is a great opportunity for talent looking for paid commercial casting, couples casting, and brand campaign work in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a couple in lifestyle-style campaign scenes

• Follow direction from the creative team for movement, timing, and continuity

• Provide natural reactions and authentic chemistry on camera

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across takes

Requirements

• Black and Hispanic couples

• LGBTQ+ couple needed as well (Black or Hispanic)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the NYC area

• Must be able to fit one of the required shoe sizes:

  • Men’s: 10.5 or 11.5

  • Women’s: 7 or 8

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed with your partner for a brand campaign

Compensation

• $600 / 10 hours

• Usage: 6 months (worldwide web, in-store, and social)

Latino and Latino-Mixed Families for Sports Brand Commercial

Job Description
A sports brand commercial is casting real Latino and Latino-mixed families for a paid, non-union social media campaign. Production is looking for warm, authentic families with kids to appear in natural lifestyle scenes connected to a sports-forward environment. Families with children who have soccer experience are encouraged to apply, but all real families who fit the casting are welcome. This is a great opportunity for families seeking paid commercial casting and real people acting work in Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in commercial lifestyle scenes

• Follow direction from the production team for simple actions and continuity

• Interact naturally as a family during filming (sports and everyday moments)

• Maintain a positive, professional presence on set

Requirements

• Real Latino or Latino-mixed/blended Latino families

• Kids ages 5–15

• Parents ages 30–45

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

• Soccer experience is a plus (especially for kids), but not required

Compensation

• $250/day per family member

Promotional Models for Events in Aspen

Job Description
A promotional team is casting event promotional models for upcoming brand activations in Aspen. This paid opportunity is seeking talent with an upbeat, outgoing personality who enjoys engaging with the public at live events. If you have experience in promotional modeling, brand ambassador work, or customer-facing event roles, this is a great way to book paid promotional gigs and grow your event modeling experience in Aspen.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent a brand professionally at live events and promotional activations

• Greet and engage with guests in a friendly, energetic way

• Assist with event flow, product awareness, and on-site support

• Follow direction from the event team and maintain a polished, reliable presence

Requirements

• Must be 21+

• Upbeat, positive, people-friendly personality

• Experience in promotional modeling, brand ambassador work, or public-facing events preferred

• Reliable transportation to and from event venues

• Punctual, dependable, and professional

• Must live within 45 minutes of Aspen, CO (local hire)

Compensation

• Paid (rate provided by production)

Real Bartenders for Ice Cream Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A non-union ice cream brand campaign is casting real bartenders (not actors) for a paid commercial shoot. Casting is open to men, women, and non-binary talent ages 30–50, of all ethnicities, with authentic bartending experience and a confident, natural on-camera presence. Talent may be considered for one of two scripted concepts and should be comfortable performing real bartender actions naturally for camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform real bartender actions naturally on camera (pouring, serving, bar setup)

• Follow direction from the commercial team for timing, movement, and continuity

• Deliver a believable, authentic bartender presence in lifestyle-style scenes

• Attend scheduled recall, wardrobe, and shoot commitments as required

Requirements

• Ages 30–50

• Open to all ethnicities

• Open to male, female, and non-binary talent

• Must be a real, experienced bartender

• Must be able to submit a self-tape audition as part of the casting process

• Must be available for required production dates (recall, wardrobe, and shoot)

Compensation

• $3,475 per person

• Buyout included (based on final edit; includes lifts, edits, and versions)

Real Stories Casting: Curvy Women 35–75 for Skincare Brand Campaign

Job Description
A skincare brand campaign is casting curvy women ages 35–75 to share real-life stories about bold choices that changed their lives for the better. This is a paid, story-driven commercial opportunity focused on authenticity, confidence, and lived experience—ideal for women who feel comfortable speaking about a personal turning point on camera. If you’re looking for paid commercial casting, real people casting, or a brand campaign that celebrates empowering journeys, this opportunity is now accepting submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Share a real, personal story on camera in a documentary-style brand campaign

• Participate in a professional shoot and follow producer direction during interviews

• Bring natural, confident presence and authentic emotion to your on-camera moments

• Work collaboratively with the creative team across the shoot days

Requirements

• Curvy women ages 35–75

• Comfortable sharing a personal story about a bold life choice and positive change

• Comfortable being filmed in a real-people, documentary-style campaign

• Available for a multi-day shoot within the production window

Compensation

• £3,500 per person (paid rate)

Commercial Extras for National Chicken Brand

Job Description
A national commercial campaign is casting non-union extras for a paid shoot featuring a high-energy tailgate party scene. Production is seeking men and women ages 30–50 of all ethnicities who can bring fun, natural reactions and strong background energy on camera. This role includes outdoor tailgate action in football attire, with additional indoor scenes to follow. This is a local hire opportunity for talent in the Buffalo, NY area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tailgate party guest in lively commercial scenes

• React naturally on camera and maintain upbeat background energy

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across takes

• Work outdoors in football/tailgate attire and transition to indoor scenes as needed

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–50

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be non-union

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Buffalo, NY (no hotel or travel provided)

• Comfortable working outdoors (weather dependent) and being active in tailgate-style scenes

Compensation

• $300 / 10-hour day

• Perpetual buyout (all media)

Woman Role for SAG Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A SAG commercial campaign is casting a Woman role for a paid shoot in Richmond, Virginia. Production is looking for a woman who is attractive but approachable, with strong improv/comedy ability and natural, believable reactions on camera. If you have great comedic instincts, expressive facial reactions, and a confident on-camera presence, this is a strong SAG commercial opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted commercial scenes with authentic comedic timing

• Take direction quickly and adjust performance across multiple takes

• Deliver strong facial reactions and natural on-camera expression

• Maintain professional set etiquette through callbacks, fitting, and shoot days

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–24

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Richmond, VA (or self-report as local)

• Improv/comedy background required

• Strong facial reactions and expressive performance are a plus

Compensation

• $1,175.89 per day (SAG session fee, 2-day shoot)

• $200 usage

Hero Role for SAG Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A SAG commercial campaign is casting a Hero role for a paid shoot in Richmond, Virginia. This character is a naturally charming, likable young man with strong physical comedy skills. He should read as “cute without trying”—approachable, genuine, and confident, but not a stereotypical heartthrob. This is a great opportunity for performers with an improv or comedy background looking to book a high-quality SAG commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted commercial scenes with strong physical comedy and natural timing

• Take direction quickly and adjust performance across multiple takes

• Use body language and movement to support comedic moments

• Maintain character consistency and a professional on-set presence

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–24

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Richmond, VA (or self-report as local)

• Improv/comedy background required

• Strong comfort with physical movement and comedic performance

Compensation

• $1,175.89 per day (SAG session fee, 2-day shoot)

• $200 usage

Historian Role for SAG Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A SAG commercial campaign is casting a Historian character for a paid shoot in Richmond, Virginia. This role is an erudite British narrator type with the calm authority of a classic documentary voice—intelligent, warm, articulate, and capable of balancing serious commentary with a dry, tongue-in-cheek edge. If you have strong improv instincts or comedy experience and can deliver precise diction, this is a standout SAG commercial opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a documentary-style performance with a clear, confident British tone

• Balance intelligent narration with subtle comedic timing and dry humor

• Take direction quickly and adjust delivery for multiple takes

• Maintain strong character consistency and professional on-set presence

Requirements

• Male, ages 55–75+

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Richmond, VA (or self-report as local)

• Strong voice control, articulate delivery, and precise diction

• Improv/comedy background preferred

Compensation

• $1,175.89 per day (SAG session fee, 2-day shoot)

Active Lifestyle Commercial Casting: Men and Women (Portland, Oregon)

Job Description
A commercial production is casting men and women ages 18–30 to portray an active, urban-outdoors lifestyle with a cool, stylish sensibility. This is a paid commercial acting opportunity for Portland, Oregon local hires (no travel). Production is looking for talent with natural confidence on camera and an authentic, sporty vibe—perfect for performers seeking commercial casting and paid on-camera roles in Portland.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in lifestyle scenes showcasing an active, outdoors-inspired look

• Follow direction from the commercial team for movement, timing, and continuity

• Bring natural energy, style, and authentic presence to each setup

• Maintain consistency across takes and shoot moments

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–30

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be a local hire in Portland, Oregon (no travel provided)

• Comfortable on camera with a sporty, active lifestyle vibe

Compensation

• $750 (minus applicable fees)

Knee Woman for Nationwide Medical Commercial

Job Description
A nationwide medical commercial is casting a Knee Woman for a paid shoot in Bogotá, Colombia. Production is seeking a woman who can move comfortably through squats and bending actions on camera with smooth, natural mobility. This role is lifestyle-focused and needs an authentic, expressive presence—real reactions, relaxed confidence, and a professional on-set attitude. Paid travel is available for selected talent who can work internationally.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform natural movement-based actions involving squats and bending

• Follow direction for lifestyle-style commercial scenes and repeat actions as needed

• Maintain consistent movement and continuity across takes

• Deliver genuine facial expressions and natural on-camera reactions

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and work professionally during the shoot day

Requirements

• Women ages 35–40

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be able to squat and perform bending movements smoothly and comfortably

• Natural on-camera presence with authentic facial expressiveness

• Must have a passport in hand and be able to travel to Bogotá, Colombia (or be local to Bogotá)

Compensation

• $750 session fee

• $1,500 usage fee (minus applicable fees)

• $50/day per diem

• Paid travel (if booked and traveling)