Red Carpet Host Casting Call – New York
Job Description
A major New York film festival is searching for talented red carpet hosts for its 2026 event. This casting opportunity is open to emerging hosts from the Tri-State Area who have strong interviewing skills, charisma, personality, and an authentic passion for film and culture. Selected talent will have the opportunity to interview guests and bring energy, confidence, and professionalism to a high-profile red carpet environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Host red carpet coverage at a major New York film festival.
- Interview filmmakers, talent, guests, and industry professionals.
- Deliver engaging, confident, and conversational on-camera interviews.
- Bring personality and energy to live event coverage.
- Follow production direction and maintain professionalism throughout the event.
- Represent the festival confidently while engaging with film and cultural topics.
Requirements
- Based in the New York Tri-State Area.
- Strong interviewing and communication skills.
- Charismatic, confident, and engaging on camera.
- Genuine interest in film, entertainment, and culture.
- Comfortable interacting with guests in a fast-paced red carpet environment.
- Previous hosting or interviewing experience is a plus.
Compensation
- Compensation details will be provided to selected talent.
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MMY Dream Expo is seeking professional, friendly, and outgoing event hostesses and an experienced event emcee for an upcoming corporate event in New York City. This paid event staffing opportunity will take place at The Westin New York at Times Square and offers positions for individuals with strong communication, hospitality, and public speaking skills. Event hostesses will assist with guest registration, check-in, and attendee support, while the event emcee will host the program, introduce speakers, and engage the audience. This opportunity is ideal for experienced event professionals, brand ambassadors, hosts, and presenters looking to work at a corporate event in Manhattan.
Job Responsibilities
- Welcome and professionally greet corporate event guests and attendees.
- Assist with event registration, guest check-in, and attendee coordination.
- Provide directions, event information, and general on-site assistance to guests.
- Maintain a friendly, approachable, and professional presence throughout the event.
- Support event organizers with guest management and general event operations.
- For the Event Emcee role, host the corporate event and introduce scheduled speakers.
- Engage with the audience and maintain an energetic, welcoming atmosphere.
- Ensure smooth transitions between speakers, presentations, and event activities.
- Collaborate with event organizers and production staff to maintain the program schedule.
- Deliver a positive and memorable experience for all attendees.
Requirements
- Must be available to work in New York City.
- Event location: The Westin New York at Times Square, 270 West 43rd Street, New York, NY.
- Must be available for the scheduled event hours of 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Professional, friendly, outgoing, and confident personality.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience in event hosting, hospitality, corporate events, or brand ambassador work is preferred.
- Event hostess candidates should be comfortable assisting guests with registration and check-in.
- Event emcee candidates should demonstrate strong public speaking and audience engagement skills.
- Ability to introduce speakers and manage event program transitions professionally.
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and comfortable working in a corporate event environment.
- Ability to collaborate with event organizers and provide excellent customer service.
Compensation
- Event Hostesses: $35 per hour.
- Event Emcee (MC): $80 per hour.
$300 Bilingual Storytime Host Casting Call – Chicago, Illinois
Job Description
A children’s entertainment production is casting a bilingual female storytime host in Chicago, Illinois, for an exciting non-union opportunity. The production is looking for a charismatic, friendly, and creative performer who can entertain young audiences through interactive storytelling, singing, and playful activities. This opportunity offers per-session bookings with the potential to become a recurring host.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead interactive storytelling sessions for groups of children.
- Read stories aloud using expressive voices and engaging delivery.
- Communicate fluently in English and Spanish throughout each session.
- Perform children’s songs, including Canticos, to encourage participation.
- Engage children through fun, creative, and educational activities.
- Maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere during performances.
Requirements
- Female performer, ages 25–45 or so.
- Fluent in both English and Spanish.
- Ability to switch naturally between languages while performing.
- Strong reading and storytelling abilities.
- Good singing voice or willingness to sing children’s songs.
- Friendly, warm, and naturally engaging with children.
- Comfortable interacting with groups of young audiences.
- Puppetry or character performance experience is preferred but not required.
- Available for occasional weekend morning sessions.
- Non-union performers.
- Based in or able to work in Chicago, Illinois.
Compensation
- $300 per 2-hour session.
- 20% agency fee (AF).
