CGEM 8th Annual Open Call

Job Description

A production is seeking actors and models in their 20s–30s for a rush casting opportunity in the NYC area. Roles include three male actors, one female runner model, and two female actor/models. Talent should be comfortable on camera, able to take direction, and prepared for a professional shoot environment. Some roles may include lines. This is a paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as on-camera talent for a filmed production in the NYC area.

• Take direction from the director/production team throughout the shoot.

• For select roles, deliver short scripted lines if needed.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and camera-ready for the call time.

Requirements

• Seeking talent in their 20s–30s.

• Roles needed: 3 male actors, 1 female runner model, 2 female actor/models.

• Open to all looks.

• Must be comfortable on camera; some roles may require speaking lines.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

Compensation
$250 for 6 hours. Paid at wrap.

Job Description

A production is seeking one dark skin model for an upcoming photoshoot in the NYC area. This is a paid, in-person opportunity for talent who is comfortable on camera, able to take direction, and ready to work in a professional photoshoot environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Model on camera for a professional photoshoot.

• Follow direction from the photographer/creative team.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and camera-ready.

• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking a dark skin model (1 person).

• Must be comfortable modeling for a photoshoot and taking creative direction.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

• Must be able to work locally in New York City (in-person).

Compensation
$250 flat rate for a 6-hour photoshoot.

Job Description

A swimwear brand is now casting experienced swimwear models for upcoming promotional and paid modeling opportunities. Selected talent will represent the brand in professional marketing content and promotional campaigns. This opportunity is ideal for models who are confident in swimwear, camera-ready, and comfortable working in a polished, professional environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Model swimwear for promotional content, marketing shoots, and brand campaigns.

• Take direction from the creative team and deliver strong, camera-ready poses and movement.

• Maintain a professional attitude on set, including punctuality and preparedness.

• Present swimwear products confidently while aligning with brand standards and styling.

Requirements

• Experienced models preferred/needed.

• Comfortable modeling in swimwear and performing on camera.

• Professional, reliable, and able to follow creative direction.

• Must be able to participate in brand promo and paid modeling opportunities as scheduled.

Compensation
Paid modeling opportunities (rates and booking details provided upon selection).

Models for New York Fashion Week 2026 Runway Show

Job Description
A New York Fashion Week runway show is casting models for an upcoming fashion presentation in Brooklyn, NY. The show theme centers on global roots and cultural storytelling through fashion, and is seeking models with strong runway presence and confident energy. All looks are encouraged to apply—this casting celebrates individuality, style, and personality. Models must be available to attend an in-person casting in Jersey City and be able to walk in the runway show in Brooklyn.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway in a NYFW fashion show

• Attend the in-person casting call and follow casting direction

• Arrive prepared with a polished, runway-ready appearance

• Maintain professionalism with designers, stylists, and show staff

Requirements

• Models ages 18+

• Open to all looks and identities

• Must be able to attend an in-person casting in Jersey City, NJ

• Must be available to walk in the runway show in Brooklyn, NY

• Natural hair and makeup encouraged

• Must wear all black to the casting call

• Bring a comp card or headshot

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

On-Camera Talent for Reels, Micro-Dramas, TV, and Commercials

Job Description
A content and production studio is casting on-camera talent for upcoming projects including reels, micro-dramas, TV series, and commercials. This opportunity is open to actors, presenters, and creators with strong presence, confidence on camera, and the ability to deliver engaging performances in short-form and scripted formats. If you’ve ever thought “I could do that,” this is your chance to get seen for multiple productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for short-form reels, micro-dramas, and commercial-style content

• Take direction quickly and deliver clean, confident takes

• Bring personality and strong screen presence to each concept

• Collaborate professionally with the production team during shoots

Requirements

• Actors, presenters, and content creators welcome

• Comfortable on camera and able to perform naturally

• Strong presence and professional attitude

• Must be able to provide name, age, and social media links/handles

Compensation

• Paid opportunities may be available (details provided upon selection)

Lead Roles: Lorie and Adam

Job Description
A paid, non-union film project is casting two lead roles for a character-driven story filming in Houston, TX. This production is seeking strong actors who can deliver nuanced, psychologically layered performances. Roles include Lorie, a brilliant rising attorney who is controlled and emotionally guarded, and Adam, a musician burdened by shame and guilt who becomes increasingly unstable under pressure. Filming is estimated at 10–12 days (dates TBD).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a scripted, emotionally driven film

• Deliver believable, grounded performances with subtle psychological depth

• Take direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced set environment

Requirements

• Lorie (Female, 25–35): Brilliant, controlled, emotionally guarded; values logic; subtle, internally driven performance style

• Adam (Male, 25–35): Musician role; emotionally open but increasingly unstable; reacts to pressure with paranoia and defensiveness; emotionally demanding material

• Strong on-camera acting skills and comfort with dramatic, character-based storytelling

• Must be able to work in Houston, TX (local hire preferred)

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• Paid non-union lead roles (rate shared upon selection)

African-American Lawyer Roles for Law Firm Content Shoots

Job Description
A law firm content production is casting African-American talent to portray lawyers in professional on-camera scenes. The project will film multiple shoots per month over several months, making it a great recurring paid acting opportunity in Atlanta. The production is seeking one female actor and one male actor with a polished, confident presence, strong memorization skills, and the ability to improv naturally while delivering believable “lawyer” performances in business attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lawyer in scripted law firm content scenes

• Memorize lines and deliver dialogue clearly and naturally

• Improvise when needed while staying on message and in character

• Arrive camera-ready in business suit or business casual wardrobe

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and on-set focus during each shoot

Requirements

• African-American female actor (1 role) and African-American male actor (1 role)

• Ages 30–45

• Comfortable performing scripted dialogue and light improv

• Professional, polished look suitable for lawyer roles

• Wardrobe: business suit or business casual

• Must be able to work in Atlanta, GA and have reliable transportation

• Must arrive healthy and ready to work (no illness/fever)

Compensation

• $150 per filming day (4–6 hours)

1–2 Year Old Boy for Award-Winning TV Crime Drama

Job Description
A BAFTA award-winning television crime drama is casting a young boy for an upcoming shoot in Staffordshire. This is a paid child talent opportunity for families with toddlers who are comfortable participating in a professional TV production. While the series is a crime drama, the child will not be directly exposed to adult themes. This role is ideal for parents/guardians seeking a legitimate, on-set experience for their child in a high-profile TV project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set for scheduled filming with parent/guardian present

• Follow simple direction with support from the child talent team

• Remain calm and cooperative during filming and short takes

• Work safely and professionally under child performance guidelines

Requirements

• Male child, ages 1–2

• Caucasian appearance

• Must be based near Staffordshire (local availability preferred)

• Must not be represented by another agency for film and TV work

• Parent/guardian must be available to accompany child on set

Compensation

• Paid child role (rate shared upon selection)

Featured Background: Real Chess Players

Job Description
A network television series is casting featured background talent to appear as real chess players in an upcoming scene. This opportunity is seeking experienced chess players who can naturally play the game on camera and bring authentic character to the scene. Casting is focused on new faces only who have not worked on this series in any role this season. Filming will take place in the Atlanta, GA area as a local hire, and talent must be comfortable working outdoors.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real chess player in a featured background scene

• Play chess naturally and accurately during filming

• Follow direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across takes

• Remain professional, punctual, and set-ready throughout the workday

Requirements

• Real chess players (must know how to play regularly)

• Male talent, all ethnicities

• Seeking older talent with an interesting, authentic look (approximately ages 60–80)

• New faces only (must not have worked on this series this season)

• Must be a local hire able to work in the Atlanta, GA area (no travel provided)

• Comfortable filming outdoors

• No visible tattoos that can’t be covered (or must be able to cover them)

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid full day even if wrapped earlier)

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Sean (Friend/Fraternity Bro)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a male actor to portray Sean, a friend/fraternity bro type in dramatized reenactment scenes. This role involves mature, crime-related content including implied binge drinking and scripted violence. The character should have an athletic, muscular build with brown hair and be a loose match to a provided reference look. This production is filmed in a recreation format with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Sean” in true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction to recreate events accurately and maintain continuity

• Perform realistic, non-speaking background/action moments on camera

• Maintain professionalism while filming sensitive subject matter

Requirements

• White male, ages 18–early 20s

• Brown hair

• Muscular/football build

• Must be a loose match to a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with implied binge drinking and scripted violence

• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, TN area and list any conflicts

Compensation

• $125 per day

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Fire Marshal. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor who can closely match a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. Ideal for dependable actors with a professional, authoritative presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Fire Marshal in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow direction to support investigative scene accuracy and continuity

• Match the reference look on camera and maintain consistency across takes

• Remain professional while working with intense, crime-related subject matter

Requirements

• White male, late 50s

• Bald with a gray mustache

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150 per day (flat rate)

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Det. Olson. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor who can closely match a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. Ideal for dependable actors with a natural, authoritative screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Olson in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow direction to recreate investigative moments accurately and maintain continuity

• Match the reference look on camera and stay consistent throughout filming

• Remain professional while working with intense, crime-related subject matter

Requirements

• White male, 40s

• Short gray hair

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150 per day (flat rate)