NYC CASTING CALL: What’s your sign?

Casting Call: Real People for New Documentary Series

Job Description
A groundbreaking documentary series is casting real individuals to share their authentic experiences of urban life in major cities including New York City, Chicago, Detroit, and Atlanta. This unscripted project will highlight the raw, diverse, and personal stories of people who live in these cities, aiming to break stereotypes and capture what life is truly like beyond the headlines. Whether you’ve lived in your city your whole life or recently arrived for a fresh start, your story could help shape a meaningful look at modern city living.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a documentary-style interview and filming experience

• Share your genuine perspective, life journey, and day-to-day reality

• Engage with the production team to help bring your city’s story to life

• Be available for a one-day shoot scheduled this summer in your city

Requirements

• Must be 21+ years old

• Residents of New York City, Chicago, Detroit, or Atlanta

• Open to individuals and families from all walks of life

• Especially seeking people with unique perspectives, powerful journeys, or fresh experiences in city life

Compensation

• $1,000+ if selected for filming

• Filming takes place in your city, no travel required

• Professional production team, respectful filming environment

Casting Call: Male and Female Wrestlers for Documentary Shoot

Job Description
A documentary production is casting experienced male and female wrestlers to appear in an upcoming shoot focused on athleticism and sports culture. This is a paid, non-union opportunity open to all ethnicities. Talent must provide their own wrestling attire and be fully available for a weekend shoot. If you’re a competitive wrestler with camera presence, this role offers a great opportunity to showcase your skills on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform wrestling moves and sequences for a documentary scene

• Appear in full gear, including singlet, headset, and wrestling shoes

• Work collaboratively with crew and other talent to execute scenes safely

• Be available and flexible for a multi-day shoot

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–25

• Must be experienced wrestlers

• Must own and bring proper wrestling gear

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be available for Saturday, Sunday, and possibly Monday

Compensation

• Paid, non-union role

Families Wanted for Chicago-Based Smartphone Documentary

Job Description
A new documentary is seeking real Chicago-area families to share their experience as their child prepares to receive their first smartphone. This heartfelt and thought-provoking film will chronicle five diverse families through the anticipation, decision-making process, and emotional impact of gifting a phone to a child aged 7 to 14. Families selected will be featured before, during, and after their child receives their first phone (provided by production).

This is a unique opportunity to authentically represent your family’s views—whether cautious or tech-forward—on kids and screen time, digital access, and the evolving role of technology in parenting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in on-camera filming in your home or local area

• Share personal stories, family dynamics, and perspectives on children and smartphone usage

• Allow filming of the moment your child receives their first phone and subsequent follow-up

• Provide insight into your parenting approach and thoughts on digital technology

Requirements

• Must be located in the Chicagoland area

• Families with at least one child between ages 7–14 who is expected to receive their first phone within the year

• Willingness to be filmed over multiple days

• Openness to discussing your views on smartphones and parenting

• Families of all backgrounds and viewpoints encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Phone will be provided for the child as part of filming

• Paid participation

• National exposure in a professionally produced documentary

Casting Religious Families with Strong Cultural Traditions for Docuseries

Job Description
A new unscripted docuseries is now casting religious families across the U.S. who actively live by deep-rooted cultural or spiritual traditions. Whether you’re part of a Christian, Amish, Hasidic, Mormon, Muslim, Hindu, or another devout religious community, this is a powerful opportunity to authentically share your values, beliefs, and daily life with a national audience.

The project aims to celebrate faith-based lifestyles and explore the beauty of tradition, generational wisdom, and family dynamics in a heartfelt, respectful way. Families chosen will be featured in an inspiring series created by an Emmy-winning team.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your family’s daily routines, values, and traditions on camera
• Participate in scheduled filming at your home or community
• Engage in meaningful conversations about your faith and way of life

Requirements

• Families of any size from devout religious communities
• Must have strong, consistent religious or cultural traditions
• Willing to be filmed and open about your beliefs and family structure
• Must be based in the U.S.

Compensation

• $10,000 per selected family

Casting Call for Real People – Financial Docu-Series

We are seeking real individuals interested in learning skills to improve their financial futures for a paid docu-series with a major financial brand. This is a great opportunity to share your story and gain valuable financial insights.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a docu-series focused on personal financial growth.
• Share your experiences and journey in an authentic and engaging manner.
• Work with a production team to document your story.

Requirements

• College students or recent graduates
• Small business owners, solopreneurs, or side hustlers
• Individuals contributing to their households
• Must be located in or willing to work in Los Angeles, Atlanta, or New York City

Compensation

• Paid opportunity