Open Casting Call for Dancers

Dancers for Tutorial Video Series

Job Description
A dance tutorial video series is seeking expressive, relatable dancers to appear alongside an instructor in instructional content. This project focuses on approachable, real-world movement styles to help viewers feel confident while learning. Performers will demonstrate choreography in a natural, easy-to-follow way for a wide digital audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dance movements alongside an instructor in tutorial-style videos
• Demonstrate choreography in a relaxed, approachable manner
• Help visually guide viewers through beginner-friendly routines
• Maintain energy and professionalism during full-day shoots

Requirements

• Female dancers ages 55+
• Male dancers ages 45+
• Open to dancers with a natural, everyday body type
• Comfortable performing styles such as reggaeton, bachata, and Latin dance
• Prior on-camera or dance experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $1,000 plus 20% for the full project
• Paid for participation across all scheduled shoot days

Male Ballet Dancer for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking an experienced male ballet dancer for a featured movement-based role. This character will appear in choreographed scenes that support the narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet choreography on camera

• Lift and dance with a partner in duet scenes

• Follow choreography and production direction

Requirements

• Male dancer of any ethnicity

• Strong ballet background required

• Experience lifting a dance partner

Compensation

• Rate based on scene count

Swing Dancing Couples for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting experienced swing dancers to appear as “ghost swing dancing couples” in a fun, high-energy scene. This role is perfect for dancers who can bring strong musicality, confident partnering, and authentic swing style to camera. Filming will take place in a Rochester studio, and talent must be able to report to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dancing as part of a partnered couple on camera

• Follow choreography direction and adjust timing for filming

• Maintain energy, rhythm, and character consistency across takes

• Work professionally with the production team in a studio environment

Requirements

• Experienced swing dancers

• Ages 30–65

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must be able to report to a Rochester studio for filming

• Partnered dancers encouraged (apply with a partner if available)

• Video of swing dancing strongly preferred

Compensation

• $100

Male Ballet Dancers for Film/TV Production

Job Description
A scripted production is casting trained male ballet dancers to portray featured dancer roles. This opportunity is ideal for performers with strong classical technique who can bring authentic movement and stage presence to camera. Roles will portray characters in the late teens through mid-20s range, so talent should be comfortable playing within that age range.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet choreography on camera with strong technique and control

• Take direction from the choreographer and production team

• Maintain performance consistency across multiple takes

• Bring believable character presence while dancing in scripted scenes

Requirements

• Male ballet dancers with formal training

• Must be comfortable portraying late teens to mid-20s

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans area

• If under 18, must have parent/legal guardian consent to apply

• Professional, reliable, and camera-ready

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA scale (if applicable)

• Filming date TBD (late February/March timeframe)