NYLFF 2026 Commercial Casting Call for Pier Scene Extras

Real Kroger Pharmacy Customers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking real Kroger Pharmacy customers for a paid advertising project filming in the Cincinnati region, including Louisville, Indianapolis, Columbus, and surrounding areas. Casting directors are looking for authentic individuals who have a genuine connection with their Kroger pharmacist and can share their real experiences. This is an opportunity to appear in a professional commercial campaign scheduled to film in mid-July.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign as yourself
• Share authentic experiences related to Kroger Pharmacy services
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Attend scheduled filming dates if selected
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Open to all races, genders, and backgrounds
• Must know your Kroger pharmacist by name
• Must have a prescription for a GLP-1 medication OR have received respiratory vaccines within the last year (flu, COVID, or RSV)
• Must be available for filming in the Cincinnati region

Compensation

• Well-paid commercial opportunity
• Professional advertising campaign

Hip Hop Scene Extras

Job Description

A commercial production for the New York Latino Film Festival is seeking extras for a hip-hop-inspired scene featuring a rap cypher set on a city block. Casting directors are looking for energetic individuals who can authentically represent the style, attitude, and culture of the 1990s hip-hop era.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a rap cypher scene
• Help create an authentic street and community atmosphere
• Follow direction from production staff
• Participate in featured crowd scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 30s
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Must be able to portray authentic 1990s-inspired style
• Bring your best 90s-inspired look
• Must be based in New York

Compensation

• Paid extra role
• Featured appearance in NYLFF commercial

Pier Scene Extras

Job Description

A New York Latino Film Festival commercial is casting extras for a scene inspired by queer life on New York City’s piers during the 1980s. Casting directors are seeking diverse individuals who can help authentically recreate this important cultural moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a featured pier scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Contribute to an authentic recreation of 1980s New York culture
• Participate in crowd and atmosphere scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18–40
• Couples and individuals welcome
• Dancers encouraged to apply
• LGBTQIA+ talent encouraged
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Must be based in New York

Compensation

• Paid extra role
• Featured scene in NYLFF commercial

Bank Teller

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female actor to portray a bank teller. This featured role requires a friendly, professional, and approachable on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bank teller in commercial scenes
• Interact with customers and featured talent
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Female
• Mid-20s
• Open ethnicity
• Professional and friendly appearance

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Child with Parent

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking a child and parent for family-oriented scenes. Casting directors are looking for talent who can naturally portray a believable family relationship.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in family-focused commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Work collaboratively on set

Requirements

• Caucasian boy or girl under age 10
• Caucasian mother in her mid-to-late 30s
• Must appear naturally related

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Airman’s Wife

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female actor to portray an Airman’s wife in family-oriented scenes. Talent should have a relatable and approachable appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a military spouse
• Participate in family-themed commercial scenes
• Follow creative direction on set

Requirements

• Hispanic or Caucasian female
• Mid-to-late 20s to early 30s
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Airman

Job Description

A commercial project is casting an Airman for featured scenes involving military family life. The production is seeking talent with a professional appearance and strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Airman in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with fellow cast members
• Follow direction from production staff

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-to-late 20s
• Athletic build
• Military appearance preferred

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Young Entrepreneur

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a young entrepreneur for a featured scene at a sawmill. The role requires a confident and driven appearance suitable for portraying a business owner.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young entrepreneur
• Participate in commercial filming activities
• Follow production and creative direction

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-20s
• Athletic appearance preferred
• Able to portray a successful entrepreneur

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

College Student

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking a young male actor to portray a college student. Casting directors are looking for someone who can authentically represent a recent high school graduate or college-age individual.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in commercial scenes
• Follow creative and production direction
• Participate in scheduled filming activities

Requirements

• Hispanic male
• Age 18
• High school or college-age appearance
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Retired Married Couple

Job Description

A commercial production is casting a married couple for retirement planning scenes. Talent should be able to portray a relatable, mature couple enjoying retirement and financial security.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a retired married couple in commercial scenes
• Participate in lifestyle-focused filming
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian male, mid-60s to early 70s
• Hispanic or Caucasian female, mid-60s to early 70s
• Natural chemistry preferred
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Financial Planner

Job Description

A non-union commercial project for a financial institution is seeking talent to portray a Financial Planner in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role will appear in retirement planning-themed scenes and should convey professionalism, trustworthiness, and confidence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Financial Planner in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with other featured talent
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-60s to early 70s
• Distinguished appearance
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage