Casting Call for Santa

International Music Video Casting for Surfers, Seniors, and Bikini Models

Job Description
An international music video is now casting talent for an exciting production filming in Rosarito, Baja California. Casting directors are seeking surfers, seniors, and women with confident on-camera presence to appear in a high-profile music video. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers and real people who fit the requested roles and want to be part of a professionally produced music video.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally in featured scenes for the music video.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate in filming as scheduled.
• Help create authentic and engaging on-screen moments.

Requirements

• Must be available to film in Rosarito, Baja California.
• Surfers ages 20–40 with their own longboard.
• Men ages 55 and older with a deeply tanned appearance.
• Women ages 60–70.
• Women ages 25–38 of all ethnicities who are comfortable wearing a bikini.
• Must be comfortable performing on camera.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity. Compensation will be disclosed to selected talent.

Job Description

Done + Dusted Productions is seeking experienced pickleball players to work as background extras for an upcoming live tech event in New York City. Talent will play pickleball on camera during filming to help create realistic sporting scenes. This paid non-union opportunity is open to players who can work the scheduled production dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pickleball players during live event filming.
• Play pickleball naturally while on camera.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available for the complete shooting schedule.

Requirements

• Men and women with pickleball playing experience.
• Comfortable playing on camera during filming.
• Available for both scheduled filming dates.
• Non-union talent.
• Include your contact information and pickleball experience when applying.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• 8-hour filming day.
• Paid non-union background role.

Job Description

Done + Dusted Productions is casting skilled basketball players to appear as background extras in an upcoming live tech event filming in New York City. Selected talent will actively play basketball during filming to create authentic sports scenes for the production. This is a paid non-union opportunity for experienced players who are available for the scheduled shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray basketball players during live event filming.
• Play basketball naturally on camera throughout the shoot.
• Follow production and background direction from the crew.
• Arrive camera-ready and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Men and women who play basketball.
• Comfortable performing basketball skills on camera.
• Available for both scheduled filming dates.
• Non-union talent.
• Include your contact information and basketball experience when applying.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• 8-hour filming day.

Job Description

Mel and Liz Casting is seeking real Jewish nurses and EMTs in California for a paid national awareness campaign highlighting the diversity of American Jewish life. The project aims to challenge stereotypes by featuring authentic individuals from different backgrounds and professions. No acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for real healthcare professionals to share their stories in a meaningful campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as yourself in a national awareness campaign.
• Share your authentic personality and experiences on camera.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.
• Represent the diversity of the American Jewish community.

Requirements

• Real Jewish nurse or EMT.
• No acting experience required.
• Comfortable appearing on camera as yourself.

Compensation

• $750 for the filming day.
• Additional $2,500 if featured in the final campaign.
• Total potential compensation of up to $3,250.

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union background actors to portray polished business professionals for exterior scenes in the television series SLIP. Filming will take place in Manhattan, and selected talent will help create the authentic atmosphere of a busy New York business district. This is a great opportunity for performers with a professional appearance who are comfortable working on location in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators.
• Maintain continuity and professional on-set behavior.
• Wear appropriate business attire if requested.
• Be available for the full filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union men and women, ages 18+.
• Able to portray professional business people.
• Comfortable filming exterior scenes.
• Recent neck-up and full-body photos required.
• Must disclose any visible tattoos that cannot be covered.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and complete I-9 verification.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Paid non-union background role.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is seeking an actress to portray Tracey, a supporting character whose bold personality leaves a lasting impression. A confident fitness trainer with an outspoken nature, Tracey isn’t afraid to challenge those around her or speak her mind. Though a supporting role, she plays an important part in shaping the film’s interpersonal dynamics and emotional tension.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tracey in supporting scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and cast.
• Deliver confident, engaging performances.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as required.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 20s–30s.
• Athletic appearance preferred.
• Strong on-screen presence.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving proof-of-concept short film is casting Roc, an important member of the ensemble cast. Roc is charismatic, funny, and effortlessly magnetic, serving as the emotional heartbeat of the friend group. His humor and authenticity keep everyone connected, even as buried conflicts threaten to pull the group apart. This role is ideal for an actor with excellent comedic instincts and dramatic range.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Roc in key ensemble scenes.
• Deliver authentic dramatic and comedic performances.
• Collaborate with the cast and creative team.
• Attend rehearsals and filming.
• Bring warmth, humor, and emotional depth to the role.

Requirements

• Black man in his 30s.
• Authentic Detroit roots or background encouraged.
• Strong acting and improvisation skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is looking for an actor to portray Pierre, a core ensemble lead in this documentary-style drama. Pierre is a nationally recognized fitness personality and former Division I athlete whose growing fame contrasts with his humble, grounded personality. Beneath his calm and dependable nature lies a man who often puts others before himself, creating a compelling role that blends quiet strength with emotional vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Pierre throughout the film.
• Perform dramatic and relationship-focused scenes.
• Collaborate with the ensemble cast.
• Attend rehearsals and filming.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Black man in his 30s.
• Athletic build.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving production is casting Gabby, a vibrant member of the core ensemble cast. Set during a reunion filled with tension and revelations, Gabby brings warmth, humor, and infectious energy to her friend group. As a newlywed and new mother, she embraces life wholeheartedly while naturally becoming the friend everyone turns to for encouragement and advice. The role calls for strong comedic timing and genuine emotional presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gabby in ensemble scenes.
• Work closely with the cast and director.
• Deliver authentic comedic and dramatic moments.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain consistency throughout production.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Strong natural acting ability.
• Comfortable with dialogue-driven performances.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

Friendsgiving is seeking an actress to portray Charleigh, a core ensemble character in this emotionally driven short film. As the documentary-style story unfolds, Charleigh emerges as a poised and intelligent recent medical school graduate whose logical approach to life often masks the compassion beneath the surface. This role offers the opportunity to portray a strong, complex woman balancing confidence with emotional restraint.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Charleigh throughout the ensemble storyline.
• Collaborate with cast and production during rehearsals and filming.
• Deliver emotionally grounded performances.
• Support key dramatic and dialogue-driven scenes.
• Take direction from the creative team.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Brown to dark complexion.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

The Friendsgiving proof-of-concept short film is casting Zhuri, one of the ensemble leads. Set against the backdrop of a Friendsgiving reunion that spirals into chaos, the film follows a documentary crew uncovering hidden truths, fractured friendships, and long-buried emotions. Zhuri is an aspiring actress navigating heartbreak while struggling to protect herself emotionally. Though she appears confident and unbothered, she hides deep vulnerability, making this a layered dramatic role requiring emotional depth and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Zhuri with emotional authenticity and depth.
• Collaborate with the director and ensemble cast.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver a compelling dramatic performance.
• Help bring the story’s central relationships to life.

Requirements

• Black woman in her 30s.
• Brown to dark complexion.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.
• Atlanta local hires preferred.

Compensation

• Paid/deferred opportunity.
• Deferred compensation structured in accordance with SAG-AFTRA SPA requirements.

Job Description

Lead Lap Racing and EasySportz are hiring skilled video editors to create engaging sports content for digital and social media platforms. Editors will transform raw event footage into polished videos covering motorsports, football, and other sports while maintaining the brand’s fast-paced, high-energy style.

Job Responsibilities

• Edit sports video content for social media and digital platforms.
• Enhance footage with graphics, transitions, and sound.
• Collaborate with content creators and producers.
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Organize and manage video assets.

Requirements

• Experience editing sports or digital video content.
• Strong editing portfolio or work samples.
• Cover letter and résumé required.
• Proficiency with professional video editing software.
• Must be authorized to work, as H-1B sponsorship is not available.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.