Commercial Casting Call for Families

Actors for Boston University Student Films – Boston, MA (Unpaid)

Job Description
Boston University student filmmakers are casting actors for upcoming medium-length productions designed to meet film festival standards. These student films will be developed, produced, directed, shot, recorded, and edited by BU students and may be incorporated into professional demo reels.

This is an unpaid acting opportunity; however, selected talent will receive a copy of the finished footage for portfolio and reel use. These projects are ideal for actors looking to collaborate on strong storytelling pieces while gaining valuable footage and on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead or supporting characters in student film productions

• Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Collaborate with student directors and production teams

• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances

• Follow creative direction and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

Project 1: “Qué Te Dije?”

• Juan Rivera (Lead): Male, 18+ (must look 15–16), Hispanic, darker facial features. Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license or out-of-state equivalent. Preferably understands Spanish and can speak naturally; all dialects welcome.

• Claudia Rivera (Supporting): Female, 35–45, Hispanic, darker facial features. Must speak Spanish; all dialects welcome. Preferably able to use an accent when speaking English. Strong, fierce, and emotionally layered presence required.

Project 2: “Azalea”

• Haley Hart (Lead): Female, looks 25–33. Complex character with emotional depth; stubborn yet loyal and loving.

• Azalea Hart (Supporting): Older child actor who can believably portray a small 4–5-year-old girl. Non-speaking role. Quiet, observant presence.

• Must be available to film in the Boston area

• Strong memorization and performance skills preferred

• Comfortable working in a collaborative student film environment

Compensation

• Unpaid student film opportunity

• Copy of finished footage for demo reel use

• Film festival-quality production credit

• Valuable networking and on-set experience

Basketball Players for National Commercial – Memphis, TN

Job Description
A national non-union commercial shooting in Memphis, TN is casting athletic male basketball players for a high-profile advertising campaign. This paid commercial opportunity is seeking talent with strong basketball skills and an athletic build to appear in dynamic sports-focused scenes.

Production is looking for local Memphis-area talent who can work as a local hire and commit to full-day availability. This is a great opportunity for basketball players and athletes looking to gain commercial credits while earning competitive pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball drills and gameplay actions on camera

• Demonstrate strong athletic movement and coordination

• Follow direction from the director and commercial production team

• Maintain high energy and professionalism on set

• Attend wardrobe fitting if required

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–28

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Athletic build with basketball skills preferred

• Must be local to Memphis, TN or able to work as a local hire

• Full-day availability required (early call times possible)

• Reliable transportation and ability to self-report to set

Compensation

• $800 for up to 10 hours

• $1,000 usage fee

• $100 fitting fee (if fitting is required)

• Non-union national commercial opportunity

• Professional on-set experience

Commercial Casting – Daughter Role (Girls Ages 4–6) – Orlando, FL

Job Description
A commercial project filming in Orlando, FL is casting a young girl for a featured daughter role in an upcoming advertisement campaign. This paid commercial casting call is seeking a child who can naturally portray a warm, relatable family dynamic on camera.

Producers are looking for girls who are ethnically ambiguous or Caucasian, ages 4 to 6, with expressive personalities and the ability to take simple direction on set. This is a non-union commercial opportunity offering strong compensation and a buyout.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter in a family-focused commercial

• Follow simple on-set direction from the director and crew

• Engage naturally in lifestyle-style scenes

• Maintain focus and positive energy during filming

• Be available for the full production schedule

Requirements

• Female child, ages 4–6

• Ethnically ambiguous or Caucasian

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Parent or guardian must be present

• Available to work in Orlando, FL

Compensation

• $500 session fee

• $1,500 buyout

Soccer Players for Commercial – Dallas, TX

Job Description
A commercial filming in the Dallas–Fort Worth area is casting skilled youth soccer players for an upcoming advertisement for a pediatric healthcare system in North Texas. This paid commercial casting call is seeking experienced male soccer players and energetic young female players ready to showcase their skills on camera. If your child has strong soccer experience and confidence on the field, this is a high-paying opportunity to gain national commercial exposure.

Filming will take place in Dallas, TX, with local hire talent preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform soccer drills and gameplay naturally on camera

• Demonstrate strong athletic ability and ball control

• Follow creative direction from the director and production team

• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to filming

• Be available for one shoot day during the production window

Requirements

• Male soccer players, ages 12–14, must be highly skilled

• Club-level soccer experience required for male players

• Female soccer players, ages 6–8

• Soccer experience required for female players (any level welcome)

• Must be local to the Dallas–Fort Worth, TX area

• Parent or guardian must be available for minors

Compensation

• $500 for shoot day

• Additional $1,500 if featured in the final edited commercial

Orchestra Members for Commercial – Austin, TX

Job Description
A commercial production is casting adult extras in Austin, Texas to portray orchestra members. This paid commercial casting call is open to talent ages 18 and older of all ethnicities who own their own concert band instrument and can realistically mime playing on camera.

Casting directors are specifically seeking musicians with brass, woodwind, or string instruments. (Guitars and pianos are not needed for this project.) Talent must bring their own instrument and be comfortable appearing as part of a professional orchestra setting.

Filming will take place in Austin, TX, and selected talent should be prepared for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an orchestra member in a commercial shoot

• Bring and handle your own instrument on set

• Mime realistic playing movements during filming

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full shoot day (10–12 hours possible)

Requirements

• Age 18+

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must own a brass, woodwind, or string instrument

• No guitars or pianos

• Non-union talent

• Must be local to Austin, TX

Compensation

• $300 for the day if selected

Japanese-Speaking Teachers, Professors & 10th Grade Student for EDU Tech Project – Bay Area

Job Description
An educational technology company is casting real teachers, professors, and one Japanese-speaking 10th grade student for a paid project filming in the San Francisco Bay Area (Oakland). This non-union production will feature stills, video, and incidental audio for the education sector.

Casting directors are seeking authentic educators currently teaching (or with legitimate teaching experience) at the elementary, middle school, high school, or college level. A Japanese-speaking high school teacher who can realistically teach a sophomore/10th grade class in Japanese is especially needed. Additionally, one Japanese-speaking 10th grade student of Japanese heritage is being cast. This project is not casting general students—only the specified Japanese-speaking 10th grader.

Filming will take place for one day in early to mid-March. All talent must be based in the SF/Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray real educators or student roles in an educational setting

• Deliver natural, classroom-style interactions on camera

• Participate in still photography, video, and incidental audio recording

• Take direction from the production team

• Be available for one full filming day

Requirements

• Real elementary, middle, or high school teachers (English speaking)

• Japanese-speaking high school teacher able to teach 10th grade level

• College professors

• Japanese-speaking 10th grade student (must currently be in 10th grade and of Japanese heritage)

• Must be based in the San Francisco/Bay Area

• Non-union talent

• Able to realistically teach grades such as 4th, 7th, 10th, or college level

Compensation

• Adults: $2,000

• Minors: $1,500

• One-day shoot

• Paid educational sector project

Photo Doubles for Film Project “RJ Decker” – Wilmington, NC

Job Description
A film production is now casting photo doubles for an upcoming project filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid opportunity is seeking one male and one female photo double to match principal actors for specific scenes.

Filming will take place on a scheduled shoot date, and talent must be available for the full day. Production guarantees $200 for 12 hours, plus time-and-a-half for any hours worked beyond 12. Applicants must be prepared to provide their own wardrobe if requested and remain flexible with call times, which may begin early and extend up to a 12-hour day.

Only talent who closely match the physical description should apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for principal actors

• Match physical characteristics and on-camera look as required

• Provide own wardrobe if requested

• Follow direction from production and remain camera-ready

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male Role (RJ Photo Double)

  • Caucasian male

  • 40s

  • Must closely match appearance of principal actor

• Female Role (Emi Photo Double)

  • Female, ethnically ambiguous

  • 30s

  • Must closely match appearance of principal actor

• Must be able to work in Wilmington, NC

• Flexible availability for early call times and up to 12-hour filming days

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half for hours worked beyond 12

• Paid film set experience as a photo double

Orlando Families & Grandparents for Paid Commercial Project – Orlando, FL

Job Description
A commercial project is casting real families and grandparents in Orlando, Florida. This paid opportunity is seeking authentic family dynamics featuring parents of young children and grandparents who actively help care for their grandkids.

Casting directors are looking for natural, relatable families with children between 18 months and 6 years old. Parents should be early to late 20s (not teen parents) and have neutral American accents. Caregivers and nannies are also welcome to submit. Grandparents may apply separately if they regularly care for grandchildren in the specified age range.

This project requires local hires only in Orlando, FL. Selected talent will participate in a fitting and one shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot as a real family unit

• Showcase authentic interactions and family dynamics on camera

• Attend scheduled fitting prior to filming

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for one full day of shooting

Requirements

• Must be local to Orlando, FL

• Parents of children ages 18 months to 6 years

• Parents early to late 20s (no teen parents)

• Neutral American accent required

• Open to caregivers/nannies submitting

• Grandparents (60+) who actively care for grandchildren ages 18 months to 6 years

• Comfortable appearing naturally on camera

Compensation

• $1,000 session fee per family (mom, dad, and kids)

• $100 fitting fee per family

• $2,000 total family buyout if featured in final cut

• Grandparents: $500 session fee + $1,000 buyout if in final cut

• 20% agency fee applies

Experienced Blonde Female Stand-In for Feature Film “STP” – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A feature film is now casting an experienced blonde female stand-in for the project “STP,” filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid film opportunity is seeking a Caucasian woman, ages 21–35, with blonde hair and prior stand-in experience. Talent must closely match specific physical requirements and be comfortable working consistently on set.

Filming is scheduled from mid-February through mid-March, and selected talent must be available for all listed weekday shoot dates. Stand-ins play a vital role in lighting setups and camera blocking, making reliability and on-set professionalism essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

• Match height and physical appearance requirements as specified by production

• Remain available for weekday filming throughout the production window

• Follow direction from the director of photography and crew

• Maintain continuity and consistency during technical rehearsals

Requirements

• Female, ages 21–35

• Caucasian / White

• Blonde hair (shoulder-length or similar style)

• Prior stand-in experience required

• Must be available for filming from February 17 through March 13 (weekdays)

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours

• Consistent multi-week booking opportunity

• Professional feature film set experience

Pregnant Woman (Third Trimester) for Paid Photo Shoot – Austin, TX

Job Description
A paid photo shoot is now casting a pregnant woman in her third trimester for a principal role. This casting call is open to women of all ethnicities who are visibly showing and comfortable participating in a professional photoshoot environment.

Filming will take place in Austin, Texas, and local talent or those willing to work as a local hire are encouraged to apply. This is a high-paying opportunity featuring guaranteed fees and principal usage.

If you are currently in your third trimester and looking for a professional photo shoot opportunity with strong compensation, this is a great chance to participate in a well-paid project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a paid photo shoot as a principal model

• Be comfortable posing on camera while visibly pregnant

• Follow direction from the photographer and creative team

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates in Austin

Requirements

• Currently in third trimester of pregnancy

• Must be visibly showing

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Comfortable in a professional photo shoot setting

Compensation

• $500 for the shoot day

• $3,000 for principal usage

Experienced Blonde Female Stand-In for Feature Film “STP” – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A feature film is now casting an experienced blonde female stand-in for the project “STP,” filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid film opportunity is seeking a Caucasian woman, ages 21–35, with blonde hair and prior stand-in experience. Talent must closely match specific physical requirements and be comfortable working consistently on set.

Filming is scheduled from mid-February through mid-March, and selected talent must be available for all listed weekday shoot dates. Stand-ins play a vital role in lighting setups and camera blocking, making reliability and on-set professionalism essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

• Match height and physical appearance requirements as specified by production

• Remain available for weekday filming throughout the production window

• Follow direction from the director of photography and crew

• Maintain continuity and consistency during technical rehearsals

Requirements

• Female, ages 21–35

• Caucasian / White

• Blonde hair (shoulder-length or similar style)

• Prior stand-in experience required

• Must be available for filming from February 17 through March 13 (weekdays)

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours

• Consistent multi-week booking opportunity

• Professional feature film set experience

Military Types & Staff Roles for Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Project – Norfolk, VA

Job Description
A new military-themed project is casting talent in Norfolk, Virginia for a nonprofit campaign supporting the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS). This paid opportunity will film near the Naval Base in Norfolk and Little Creek and is expected to take place during the week of March 30.

This production will feature scenes of Sailors and Marines interacting with NMCRS staff in realistic, supportive environments. Footage will include natural moments such as smiling, speaking, and illustrating real-life situations where financial assistance may be needed. Military uniforms will be provided for applicable roles.

Casting directors are seeking authentic military types as well as friendly, professional talent to portray NMCRS staff members. Multiple roles are available, and all performers must be able to follow grooming and presentation standards appropriate to military settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray military personnel or nonprofit staff members in filmed scenes

• Follow military grooming and appearance standards if cast as service members

• Participate in realistic interaction scenes with other cast members

• Take direction from the production team and maintain professionalism

• Be available for full-day filming near Norfolk Naval Base

Requirements

• Military types, ages 18–30, fit appearance

• Men must have military-style haircuts; women must wear hair in a bun

• Must agree to conform to military grooming specifications

• Older (middle-aged or retired) talent to portray NMCRS staff

• Open ethnicity for staff roles (male or female)

• Must be able to work in Norfolk, VA (near Naval Base & Little Creek)

• Available for filming during the scheduled production week

Compensation

• $200 per day (less applicable fees)

• Military uniforms provided

• Paid nonprofit campaign project

• Professional on-set experience in a military-themed production