CGEM 8th Annual Open Call

Male Supernatural Entity Actors for Horror Production

Job Description

A horror production filming in Santa Clarita, California, is casting male performers to portray supernatural, ghost-like entities in intense day and night scenes. Talent must be comfortable with full-frontal nudity and being covered in theatrical fake blood. This role is suited for confident performers comfortable with physically and visually demanding horror content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supernatural, ghost-like entity in a horror production.
• Perform scenes involving full-frontal nudity.
• Work while covered in theatrical fake blood as required by the scene.
• Participate in both daytime and nighttime filming.
• Follow direction from the production, makeup, and creative teams.
• Maintain professionalism during sensitive and demanding scenes.

Requirements

• Male performers.
• Must be comfortable with full-frontal nudity.
• Must be comfortable being covered in theatrical fake blood.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Santa Clarita, California.
• Casting is seeking new faces who have not previously worked on the production.

Compensation

• Selected talent will receive compensation details directly from the production team.

Teen Runway Model Casting Call – Las Vegas

Job Description

A dress designer runway show in Las Vegas is seeking teen models ages 12–17 for an upcoming fashion event. This model casting call is open to aspiring and experienced young talent who are excited to walk the runway and showcase designer fashion. Previous modeling experience is helpful but not required, making this an opportunity for both new and developing runway models.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway in a professional dress designer fashion show.
• Model designer clothing confidently in front of a live audience.
• Follow runway, styling, and creative direction.
• Participate in required show preparations and rehearsals.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude throughout the fashion event.

Requirements

• Ages 12–17.
• Must be willing and comfortable walking in a runway show.
• Open to models of all heights and sizes.
• Previous modeling or runway experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be able to participate in the fashion show in Las Vegas.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Kentucky Christmas Film Day Player Casting Call

Job Description

A Christmas film production is casting actors for multiple day player roles filming throughout Kentucky. The production is seeking experienced performers with reels or tapes for three speaking roles: a contractor, an antique shop owner, and a parent. Actors of any ethnicity are encouraged to apply, and SAG-AFTRA membership is a plus. Selected performers will receive sides and self-tape instructions if they are a potential fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a day player role in a Christmas film production.
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally and professionally.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain professional on-set conduct throughout production.

Requirements

• Contractor: Ages 30s–60s, any ethnicity; friendly, practical, and honest presence.
• Shop Owner: 60s, any ethnicity; kind, helpful, friendly, with a strong presence.
• Parent: Ages 30s–40s, any ethnicity; warm, community-minded, with strong conversational skills.
• Acting reel or tape required.
• SAG-AFTRA membership is a plus.
• Must be available to work in Kentucky during the production period.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Fashion Campaign Model Casting Call – Kansas City

Job Description

An upcoming spring fashion campaign is seeking fresh female and non-binary models in Kansas City, Kansas. This unpaid modeling opportunity is looking for local talent with confidence, individuality, and a strong fashion presence to showcase a new clothing line. Selected models will participate in a fitting and appear in campaign content scheduled to be showcased in spring 2027.

Job Responsibilities

• Model clothing for an upcoming spring fashion campaign.
• Showcase fashion looks confidently in front of the camera.
• Participate in a scheduled fitting before the campaign.
• Follow creative direction from the fashion and production team.
• Maintain a professional and collaborative attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Female and non-binary models.
• Ages 18–30.
• Height of 5’2″ or taller.
• Open to a range of body types.
• Buzzcut preferred but not required; all hairstyles and textures are welcome.
• Must be local to Kansas City, Kansas.
• Comfortable modeling fashion apparel and following creative direction.

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.

Fashion Week Runway Model Casting Call

Job Description

A fashion runway production is seeking models to walk in an upcoming New York Fashion Week event. The casting team is looking for bold, eccentric talent with unique features, individuality, and strong runway energy. Models of all body types are welcome, and selected talent should feel confident wearing creative fashion pieces, including possible faux-fur or revealing designs.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway during a New York Fashion Week production.
• Model designer looks with confidence, personality, and strong stage presence.
• Follow runway, styling, and production direction.
• Attend required fittings and event preparations.
• Professionally represent the designer’s creative vision on the runway.

Requirements

• Open to models of all body types.
• Unique or eccentric features are encouraged.
• Strong individuality, confidence, and runway presence.
• Comfortable potentially modeling faux-fur or revealing fashion pieces.
• Professional and able to follow creative direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided to selected models.

True Crime Series Casting – Ashlea, Victim

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Ashlea, the victim, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her 20s–30s who can deliver a believable dramatic performance. The role includes scripted violence with a stunt coordinator and does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ashlea, the victim, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence under the supervision of a stunt coordinator.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and stunt teams.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and attentive while on set.

Requirements

• White female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Comfortable performing dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Comfortable participating in scripted violence with a stunt coordinator.
• Able to follow production and safety direction.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Alexis, Victim’s Friend

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Alexis, a victim’s friend, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a woman in her 20s–30s with dark hair and dark eyes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and able to deliver a natural, believable performance in true crime reenactment scenes. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alexis, the victim’s friend, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and prepared while on set.

Requirements

• Female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Dark hair and dark eyes.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Cedillo

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Cedillo for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a Hispanic male in his 40s–50s who can bring a believable law enforcement presence to dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and capable of performing various physical movements for extended periods. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Cedillo in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a believable and professional detective presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Hispanic male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Pate

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Pate for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white male in his 40s–50s who can deliver a believable law enforcement presence in dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. This role has no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Pate in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a realistic and professional law enforcement presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• White male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Carter

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Carter for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her late teens to 20s with brown hair and a petite build. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. The role also includes a staged armed robbery scene with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Carter in dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Participate in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity between takes.
• Deliver believable reactions and physical performances without scripted dialogue.

Requirements

• White female talent, late teens to 20s.
• Brown hair.
• Petite build.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Comfortable participating in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union men and women ages 30–50 for paid background roles on the TV series Gordie. Talent will portray chic, upscale, wealthy elite parents in scenes filming in Brooklyn, New York. The production is looking for sophisticated, polished talent who can convincingly portray an “old money” aesthetic. Applicants with elevated, upscale wardrobes suitable for wealthy elite characters are strongly encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale, wealthy parent as background talent
• Maintain a polished and sophisticated appearance on camera
• Provide appropriate upscale wardrobe as requested by production
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–50
• Non-union talent
• Must have chic, upscale attire appropriate for portraying wealthy elite characters
• Submit current candid face and full-body photos without sunglasses or anything covering the face
• Must provide acceptable physical I-9 documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility if cast

Compensation

$187/10 hours — non-union rate.

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union upscale talent for paid background work on the television series SLIP in New York. Selected talent will portray chic, sophisticated, and elegant guests attending a high-end cocktail gala. Talent must have appropriate upscale or gala attire and be available for a fitting in Yonkers, New York, as well as all three matching work dates in Midtown East, Manhattan. Applicants should submit recent photos that accurately represent their current appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale cocktail gala attendee in background scenes
• Bring a polished, sophisticated, and elegant presence to the production
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting in Yonkers
• Follow wardrobe, blocking, and on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity of appearance and wardrobe across matching scenes
• Remain professional throughout fittings and filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent
• Must have an upscale, sophisticated appearance suitable for a high-end gala
• Must have appropriate cocktail dresses or suits
• Men should be comfortable being clean-shaven if requested
• Photos should be taken against a light or white background without hats or sunglasses
• Selected talent must provide required I-9 documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility

Compensation

• Filming: $187/10 hours
• Fitting: $44.75 plus travel stipend for up to 4 hours
• Paid non-union background work