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Commercial Casting Call for Toddlers and Background Talent

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Job Description
A non-union commercial production is seeking toddlers and adult background talent for an upcoming shoot taking place across multiple locations. Filming will include both interior and exterior scenes, and selected talent must be available for all scheduled shoot days. The production is looking for a range of individuals, including young children comfortable with simple physical actions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a commercial production as featured or background talent
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Perform natural actions on camera, including riding a tricycle (for toddler role)
  • Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

  • Toddlers ages 2–4 who are comfortable riding a tricycle (must include child’s age in submission)
  • Male and female talent, ages 18–70
  • Must be available for all shoot days
  • Must be able to self-drive to locations (Stoney Creek, Ajax, Pickering)
  • Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors

Compensation

  • $300 flat rate
  • 10-hour shoot day plus a 1-hour lunch break
  • Overtime pay if applicable
  • Additional $50 travel fee for talent working in Stoney Creek

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Myron Bolitar Casting Call for US Open Tennis Fans and Staff

Job Description

Harlan Coben’s Myron Bolitar is seeking non-union background talent to portray people attending and working at a professional tennis event in Flushing, Queens. The production is looking for talent to portray US Open tennis fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, spectators, trainers, and other background roles for exterior summer scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray tennis spectators, fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, trainers, or other event attendees and staff.
  • Participate in exterior scenes depicting a professional tennis tournament.
  • Follow direction from the production team while filming.
  • Maintain professional behavior throughout the production.

Requirements

  • Non-union talent.
  • Must be able to work in Flushing, Queens.
  • Comfortable working in exterior summer scenes.
  • Able to portray a realistic tennis fan, spectator, coach, stadium employee, security professional, trainer, or similar role.

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours.
  • Overtime compensation after 10 hours.
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Miami Vice Movie Background and Specialty Talent Casting Call

Job Description

An upcoming Miami Vice feature film is seeking local South Florida talent for background and specialty roles filming in Miami. The production is looking for authentic Miami personalities, performers, professionals, and unique local talent who can help capture the city’s culture, nightlife, history, and iconic 1980s atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background or specialty talent in scenes for the Miami Vice feature film.
  • Portray authentic Miami locals and characters based on production needs.
  • Follow direction from the casting and production teams while on set.
  • Participate in costume fittings when required.
  • Bring relevant professional skills or specialty abilities when cast for a specific role.

Requirements

  • Must be local to South Florida.
  • Seeking real Miami personalities and authentic 1980s-inspired looks.
  • Open to locals, big personalities, unique looks, beachgoers, nightlife types, hospitality professionals, first responders, domino players, jai-alai players and fans, roller skaters, musicians, and classic or exotic vehicle owners.
  • Specialty roles may require specific skills or experience.
  • Must be professional and able to follow direction on set.

Compensation

  • Filming rate: $212 for 12 hours.
  • Some specialty roles may receive a featured rate or additional compensation.
  • Fitting rate: $50 for 3 hours.
  • 1960–1967 vintage vehicle bump: +$250.
  • 1968–1989 vintage vehicle bump: +$200.
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Major commercial Casting Call for Farmers

Job Description

VAKA Street Casting is looking for male farmers for a major commercial shooting in Vancouver, British Columbia. This is a paid project open to submissions from anywhere in B.C. Talent must be men aged 45-60 with real farming experience, and everyone must hold a Class 5 driver’s licence. Callbacks take place October 7-8 in a Vancouver studio, wardrobe fitting is October 18-19, and shoot dates are October 21-25, with talent most likely needed for one of those days.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a farmer in a major commercial
  • Attend callbacks, wardrobe fitting, and the assigned shoot day in Vancouver

Requirements

  • Men, 45-60 years old, with real farming experience
  • Must hold a Class 5 driver’s licence
  • Based in British Columbia and available for callbacks, wardrobe, and shoot dates

Compensation

  • $600 per 10-hour day
  • $450 per day for travel and holdover days
  • $6,000 CAD buyout if in the final cut of the commercial, plus 15% agency fee if represented

 

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Dancer
Skills:
Dancing

$9,700 Commercial Toronto Casting Call for Dancers

Job Description

Groundglass Casting is seeking experienced dancers for a fun software company commercial filming in Toronto. The production is looking for dancers ages 22-30 in the Greater Toronto Area who can dance at an intermediate level and above and feel confident on camera. This is a non-union project and no acting experience is required, but talent should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed. Rehearsal and wardrobe take place October 9th (about 2 hours) and filming is October 10th. Shortlisted talent will be notified on or before October 6th or 7th.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform dance routines in a software company commercial
  • Attend the rehearsal and wardrobe appointment on October 9th
  • Be available for the filming day on October 10th

Requirements

  • Ages 22-30, dancing at an intermediate level and above
  • Must live in the Greater Toronto Area and be able to film in Toronto
  • Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Confident on camera, outgoing, and comfortable being filmed and interviewed

Compensation

  • $600 flat for the wardrobe appointment and rehearsal
  • $600 for one day of filming
  • An additional $4,500-$8,500 if your likeness appears in the final commercial

 

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Indigenous Stand-In

Job Description

DJT Casting is working as the background team on a new untitled television series and urgently needs submissions for a female stand-in role. Stand-in experience is preferred but not required. This opportunity is for ACTRA members only. Options are being viewed the morning of October 3rd, so talent should submit as soon as possible. Filming availability is required Monday through Friday from October 13th to November 26th.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as female stand-in on a new television series
  • Be available for weekday filming from October 13th to November 26th

Requirements

  • ACTRA members only
  • Stand-in experience preferred, but not required
  • Fully free Monday through Friday between October 13th and November 26th

Compensation

  • ACTRA SI rate plus overtime

 

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ABC ‘911: Nashville’ Casting Call for Looky Loos

Job Description

Casting is underway for background talent on 911: Nashville (20th Century Television),filming Wednesday, October 14th in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This is non-union background work, local hires only. The production is looking for all genders, ages 18-70, to play looky loos. Talent must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set, though the day may be shorter. Call time is shared the afternoon prior, so full-day availability is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray looky-loo background on the set of 911: Nashville
  • Follow on-set direction for background scenes

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 18-70
  • Local hire to Nashville, TN and surrounding areas
  • Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set and be available regardless of call time

Compensation

  • $100 per 8 hours ($12.50/hour, 8-hour guarantee, time and a half after)

 

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Actor
Skills:
Running

Tech Company Commercial Casting Call for Runners

A tech company commercial is casting casual runners for an upcoming production. The team is seeking everyday people who enjoy recreational running, including those who run on Sundays or are currently working through a Couch to 5K program. Plus-size runners are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a casual runner in a commercial.
  • Perform natural running and fitness-related actions as directed.
  • Follow instructions from the director and production team.
  • Maintain an authentic, relatable presence on camera.
  • Participate professionally throughout the commercial shoot.

Requirements

  • Must be a casual or recreational runner.
  • Sunday runners and Couch to 5K participants are encouraged to apply.
  • Plus-size talent is strongly encouraged to submit.
  • Must be comfortable running on camera.
  • Must be able to follow production direction and work collaboratively on set.

Compensation

  • Compensation details were not provided.
  • Additional rate information may be shared with selected talent.
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Actor
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London Casting Call for Child and Parent, Football Groups, and Private Chef

Job Description

A London production is seeking real people for several paid on-camera opportunities. Roles include a young child who loves trucks appearing alongside a parent for a Christmas charity campaign, a football coach with team members or a group of football friends, and a private chef specializing in fitness and protein-focused meals. Selected participants should be comfortable appearing naturally on camera and following production direction.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in an on-camera production in London.
  • Child and Parent: Appear together in a heartwarming Christmas charity campaign centered around the child’s interest in trucks.
  • Football Group: Appear as a football coach and four team members or as a group of five friends from a football team.
  • Private Chef: Prepare or present fitness and protein-focused meals while engaging naturally with the camera.
  • Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the production team.

Requirements

  • Child and Parent: Child must be ages 3–6 and have a strong interest in trucks; parent must be comfortable appearing on camera with the child.
  • Football Group: London-based football coach with four team members, or five friends from a football team with one member who is visibly older.
  • Football participants do not need to play professionally.
  • Private Chef: Must specialize in fitness and protein meals.
  • Private Chef: Must have proven experience creating content and presenting to camera.
  • Must be able to work in London.

Compensation

  • Child and Parent: £700 for the child and parent.
  • Football Group: £200 per person.
  • Private Chef: £1,000.

“Cactus Club” Open Casting Call

“Cactus Club,” a local film shooting in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking background actors for a gritty 1940s-style boxing match scene at the Railyards in ABQ. Selected talent will portray energetic spectators cheering and jeering during the match. This is an unpaid opportunity open to adults of all ethnicities who are interested in gaining on-set experience and contributing to an exciting period film production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a spectator at a gritty boxing match set in a 1940s-inspired environment.
  • Cheer, jeer, and react enthusiastically during the filmed boxing match.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Remain engaged and in character during multiple takes.
  • Work on location at the Railyards in Albuquerque.
  • Be available from late afternoon into the evening on Sunday, October 5.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Open to performers of all ethnicities.
  • Must be available for the full required filming period.
  • Comfortable portraying an energetic boxing match spectator.
  • Able to follow on-set instructions and work collaboratively with the production team.
  • Interest in participating in a 1940s-style film scene is encouraged.

Compensation

  • This is an unpaid casting opportunity.
  • Meals will be provided during the shoot.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

$10,600+ Major Theme Park Commercial Casting Call for Mummy Duo Friends

A major theme park commercial is casting female performers, ages 30–45, for featured roles as Mummy Duo Friends. The production is seeking best friends with fun, energetic, and adventurous personalities who share a genuine love of thrills and sports. Real best friends are welcome to submit together. Talent of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply. Filming will take place in the Orlando, Florida area, and applicants must be able to work as local hires. This is a non-union commercial with worldwide, all-media usage for two years.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray fun, adventurous best friends in a major theme park commercial.
  • Bring genuine friendship chemistry, thrill-seeking energy, and sports-fan excitement to the role.
  • Perform as part of a high-energy duo on camera.
  • Participate in a Zoom callback if selected.
  • Attend a scheduled fitting in the Orlando, Florida area.
  • Be available for all required filming dates: October 28, October 29, and October 30, 2026.
  • Follow direction from the production and creative teams throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Female talent, ages 30–45.
  • Open to all ethnicities.
  • Must bring fun, energetic, best-friend chemistry to the role.
  • Should be a thrill seeker with a sports-fan spirit.
  • Real best friends are welcome to submit together.
  • Must be available for a Zoom callback on October 9 or October 13, 2026, if selected.
  • Must be available for a fitting on October 22 or October 23, 2026.
  • Must be available for all three filming dates in the Orlando, Florida area.
  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Orlando, Florida.
  • Must have no conflicting theme park commercial commitments.
  • Non-union performers are eligible.

Compensation

  • $600 session fee per work day, plus 20% agency fee.
  • $10,000 buyout, plus 20% agency fee, if the performer appears in the final cut.
  • Potential compensation of $10,600+ based on session work and final-cut buyout.
  • Worldwide, all-media usage for two years.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Up to $4,250 Major Tech Company Health App Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A major tech company is casting a non-union documentary-style commercial promoting new features for a popular health app. The production is seeking adults in the New York City area who are open to sharing authentic health and wellness journeys. Roles include people recovering from injuries, managing long-term conditions, making lifestyle changes, giving or receiving care, staying active later in life, experiencing major life transitions, or exploring mindfulness and holistic wellness practices. This casting is intended for people recovering, managing symptoms, or who have recovered and is not intended for terminal illnesses.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a documentary-style commercial centered on real health and wellness experiences.
  • Share authentic personal experiences related to the selected health journey.
  • Work naturally on camera and follow direction from the production team.
  • Participate in one of the featured categories: Peak Performer, Long Term Manager, Fresh Starter, Care Giver, Active Senior, Life Transition, or Mind + Balance Seeker.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Must be based in New York City or able to work as a local.
  • Non-union talent.
  • Must be comfortable sharing personal experiences on camera.
  • Open to individuals on the road to recovery, managing symptoms, or who have recovered.

Compensation

  • $750 session rate.
  • $3,500 buyout.
  • Up to $4,250 total compensation.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Upscale Real Estate Executives and Brokers Casting Call

Job Description

A production filming in New York is seeking upscale male and female background performers to portray real estate executives and brokers. Selected talent will appear in professional business scenes and should have a polished, sophisticated look suitable for high-end real estate professionals.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an upscale real estate executive or broker in background scenes.
  • Perform natural professional and business-related actions on camera.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Maintain a polished and professional on-camera presence.

Requirements

  • Male and female talent in their 30s to late 50s.
  • Six very upscale performers needed.
  • Men should have upscale business suits.
  • Women should have professional dresses.
  • Must be able to work in New York.
  • Open to ACTRA and non-union performers.

Compensation

  • Compensation details not provided.

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