New York City Freelance Casting Director

Male Dancer for Cruise Ship Entertainment Contract

Job Description

A cruise ship entertainment production is seeking an experienced male dancer for a short-term performance contract aboard a luxury vessel. This exciting opportunity is ideal for professional dancers with strong training in jazz, ballroom, Latin, and contemporary styles. Selected talent will rehearse in Portugal before joining an international cruise itinerary featuring destinations across Australia, Bora Bora, and Japan.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in high-quality stage productions aboard a cruise ship.
• Execute choreography in jazz, ballroom, Latin, and contemporary dance styles.
• Attend all rehearsals before embarking on the contract.
• Collaborate with the creative team and fellow performers.
• Maintain exceptional performance standards throughout the contract.

Requirements

• Male dancer with professional performance experience.
• Strong skills in jazz, ballroom, Latin, and contemporary dance.
• Able to commit to the full rehearsal and contract period.
• Comfortable working and living aboard a cruise ship.
• Strong teamwork and stage performance abilities.

Compensation

• Highly competitive onboard salary.

Job Description

Musas Runway International is seeking male runway models for its Western Edition Pre-Fall Fashion Show in San Antonio, Texas. Casting directors are searching for confident talent with strong runway skills and a bold Western aesthetic to bring the upcoming fashion showcase to life. This paid runway opportunity is open to experienced and aspiring models who can confidently represent contemporary Western style.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the in-person casting or submit a virtual audition.
• Perform a confident runway walk during casting and the live fashion show.
• Model Western-inspired apparel and accessories.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidence, and strong runway presence.

Requirements

• Male model.
• Models under 18 must attend with a parent or legal guardian.
• Wear a Western, country, or cowboy-inspired outfit for the casting.
• Suggested colors include brown, black, blue, and white.
• Boots, cowboy hats, denim, belts, and Western accessories are encouraged.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected models.

Job Description

Musas Runway International is casting female runway models for its upcoming Western Edition Pre-Fall Fashion Show in San Antonio, Texas. The production is looking for confident models who can embody Western-inspired fashion while showcasing strong runway presence, personality, and style. Selected models will have the opportunity to walk in a paid fashion show celebrating individuality and modern Western fashion.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the in-person casting or submit a virtual audition.
• Walk the runway while demonstrating confidence and strong stage presence.
• Model Western-inspired fashion during the live runway show.
• Follow direction from casting directors and show producers.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout rehearsals and production.

Requirements

• Female model.
• Models under 18 must attend with a parent or legal guardian.
• Wear a Western, country, or cowboy-inspired outfit to the in-person casting.
• Preferred colors include brown, black, blue, and white.
• Boots, cowboy hats, denim, belts, and Western accessories are encouraged.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected models.

Job Description

The Renatural is casting six women of different complexions for an upcoming wig campaign in New York. After years of developing its signature wig collection, the brand is seeking diverse talent to help showcase the product through an authentic beauty campaign. This opportunity is ideal for women who are comfortable in front of the camera and interested in representing an inclusive beauty brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional wig campaign photo and/or video shoot.
• Model wigs while following creative direction from the production team.
• Represent the brand with confidence and authenticity.
• Arrive prepared and maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Women of all backgrounds and complexions are encouraged to apply.
• Brand is casting six women with six different complexions.
• Comfortable modeling beauty and hair products.
• Professional modeling experience is a plus but not specified.

Compensation

• Not specified.

Featured Muscle Man Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a featured male background actor to portray an imposing muscle man in an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with a muscular physique who can command attention on screen in a featured non-speaking role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured muscle man in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Muscular physique with an imposing appearance.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

Female Museum Gala Background Actor

Job Description

A television series is seeking a female background actor for an elegant museum gala scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This paid opportunity is looking for a polished, sophisticated performer who can portray a high-end gala guest. The role includes scenes requiring movement in formal attire, making it ideal for talent who are comfortable performing in gowns or formal wear.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale museum gala guest in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Perform scenes requiring movement while wearing formal attire.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 40–55.
• Must have an able-bodied appearance for the scene requirements.
• Comfortable running while wearing a formal gown or evening attire.
• Must be available for the wardrobe fitting and all production days.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• Filming: $100/8 hours (plus time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $30.

EMTs, Firefighters, and Senior Women for Grocery Store Commercial

Job Description

A major grocery store commercial is seeking local talent in the Lampasas and Burnet, Texas area. This paid commercial is looking for real or believable EMTs, firefighters, including volunteer firefighters, and women ages 70 and older to appear in an upcoming advertising campaign. This is a local hire opportunity for authentic talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial for a major grocery store chain.
• Portray authentic community members on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before the shoot.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Real or believable EMTs and firefighters, including volunteer firefighters.
• Women ages 70 and older.
• Must be local to the Lampasas or Burnet, Texas area.
• Must be available for the fitting and filming schedule.

Compensation

• $500 for the shoot.
• $1,200 usage fee if featured in the final commercial.

Businessman Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a male background actor to portray a professional businessman for an upcoming production in the Griffin, Georgia area. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a polished corporate look and professional presence to the screen. Local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a businessman in feature film background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Wear business attire appropriate for the role.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 30–40.
• Slim to average build.
• Well-groomed short facial hair or clean-shaven appearance.
• Must have business attire suitable for the role.
• Must be able to work in the Griffin, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Little League Player Background Actors

Job Description

A feature film is casting paid background actors to portray Little League baseball players in Bayside, New York. This is a great opportunity for young performers with baseball experience to appear in a feature film production. Local minors who are active Little League players are encouraged to apply for this paid background role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Little League baseball player in feature film scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in baseball-related background action as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 9–12.
• Must be able to portray a Little League baseball player.
• Baseball or Little League playing experience is preferred.
• Applicants who own a Little League jersey are encouraged to apply.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Compensation

• Nonunion: $230/8 hours

Featured Male Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is casting a featured male background actor for an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is seeking men who can portray a person who appears intoxicated in a non-speaking featured role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured non-speaking character in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to portray a person who appears intoxicated.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours)
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

Female Actors for Senior Living Lifestyle Campaign

Job Description

A nonunion lifestyle campaign is seeking female actors for a senior living production filming in Silver Spring, Maryland. This project focuses on authentic, natural interactions and is looking for performers who can portray a professional downsizing and packing expert helping older adults prepare for a move with compassion and care. Local talent is encouraged to apply, as no travel budget is available.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional organizing and downsizing expert in a lifestyle campaign.
• Deliver natural and authentic on-camera performances.
• Interact realistically with cast members in senior living scenarios.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture genuine lifestyle moments.
• Follow on-set direction while maintaining a professional attitude.

Requirements

• Female actors, ages 25–45.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Nonunion talent only.
• Must be able to portray a warm, compassionate, and professional demeanor.
• Must be local to the Silver Spring, Maryland area.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

High School Student Background Actors

Job Description

A new television series is seeking paid background actors to portray high school students for scenes filming in Queens, New York. Casting is open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion performers who can convincingly play younger teen characters. Selected talent will appear in both interior and exterior school scenes alongside one of the series’ main actors in an early spring setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic high school student in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Participate in interior and exterior school sequences.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Ages 14–17 or 18 and able to convincingly portray a high school student.
• Open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion talent.
• Must have a youthful appearance suitable for a high school setting.
• Must be available to work in Queens, New York.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231/8
• Nonunion: $187/10