“Sky Hook” Indie Casting Call

TV Pilot Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A character-driven TV pilot filming in Brooklyn, New York is now casting natural and grounded performers for lead and supporting roles. The production is seeking teens and adults with strong emotional depth, authenticity, and a compelling on-screen presence. This paid opportunity is open to both union and non-union talent and will explore themes of identity, emotional growth, and adapting to new environments through a powerful coming-of-age story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead or supporting characters in a scripted TV pilot
• Deliver authentic and emotionally grounded performances
• Collaborate with directors and cast during filming
• Participate in scenes that explore family dynamics, identity, and personal growth
• Attend filming in Brooklyn, NY

Requirements

• Teens and adults of various ages for lead and supporting roles
• Strong acting ability with naturalistic performance style
• Comfortable portraying emotionally layered characters
• Must be available to work in Brooklyn, New York
• Union and non-union performers welcome
• Local hires preferred

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Lead roles paid starting at $250 per day
• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced TV pilot
• Gain exposure in an independent television and festival project

Kids Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television series filming in Sleepy Hollow, New York is now casting non-union children for paid background roles in exciting Fourth of July party scenes. Producers are seeking fun, energetic kids to help bring lively summer celebration scenes to life for the upcoming season of the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as party guests in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Participate in outdoor summer filming activities
• Maintain energy and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Non-union children ages 6–11
• Comfortable working in outdoor summer scenes
• Energetic and outgoing personalities preferred
• Must be available for filming dates in Sleepy Hollow, New York
• Parent or guardian supervision required

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours of work
• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience for young performers

Job Description

The upcoming independent feature film A Bit of Heaven is casting lead and supporting roles for a proof-of-concept trailer. Rooted in themes of New York City life, Caribbean culture, survival, ambition, family, and identity, the project aims to bring authentic and emotionally driven storytelling to the screen.

Casting directors are seeking performers for multiple opportunities in this independent film production. Talent with strong dramatic abilities and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned lead or supporting character roles
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Attend scheduled shoots and rehearsals as required
• Deliver authentic and emotionally compelling performances
• Submit professional materials including headshots, reels, or acting clips when applying

Requirements

• Open to actors for lead and supporting roles
• Must provide:
  • Full name
  • Age
  • City and state
  • Contact information
  • Headshots or recent photos
  • Acting experience (if applicable)
  • Demo reels or acting clips
• Performers under 18 must have parent or guardian consent

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not disclosed
• Opportunity to work on an independent proof-of-concept trailer for a feature film project

Teenager Background Actor Casting Call for TV Series “SLIP”

Job Description
The television series SLIP is now casting young-looking adult talent to portray teenagers at a cookout scene filming in Westchester, New York. Production is seeking energetic performers who can authentically portray high school-aged characters in fun outdoor social scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray teenagers in cookout and social gathering scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant director teams
• Participate in outdoor filming activities
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Help create realistic and lively teen environments on camera

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older
• Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager
• Comfortable working in outdoor cookout scenes
• Must be available for filming in Westchester, New York
• Professional attitude and reliability required
• Diverse talent encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set TV production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a television series
• Networking opportunities with cast and crew

Kids Casting Call for TV Series “SLIP”

Job Description
The TV series SLIP is now casting non-union child actors for exterior scenes filming in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Production is seeking boys and girls ages 6–11 for paid background roles in the series. This is a great opportunity for young performers looking to gain experience working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in exterior scenes for the TV series SLIP
• Follow direction from the production and background casting team
• Participate in on-set filming activities in Sleepy Hollow
• Maintain professionalism while working on set
• Be available for the tentative filming date

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 6–11
• Non-union talent only
• Must be available for filming in Sleepy Hollow, New York
• Comfortable working outdoors during exterior scenes
• Parent or guardian required for participation
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours
• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience for young performers
• Opportunity to work on a TV series production

Job Description

An independent character-driven TV pilot titled Preston is now casting lead and supporting actors for a paid non-union production filming in Brooklyn, New York. The project explores themes of identity, environment, and personal adjustment through the story of a young man navigating a new life in Brooklyn.

Casting directors are seeking grounded and natural performers for emotionally rich lead and supporting roles. The production is planned for the festival circuit and local New York hires are preferred.

Job Responsibilities

Selected actors may be responsible for:

• Performing scripted lead or supporting roles in the TV pilot
• Participating in rehearsals and scene work
• Bringing authentic and emotionally grounded performances on camera
• Collaborating with the director and production team
• Attending filming dates in Brooklyn, New York

Requirements

Production is currently seeking:

• Preston (Lead)
  Black male, ages 13–20
  Reserved, polished, observant personality
• Lamar (Lead)
  Black male, ages 14–20
  Charismatic, witty, natural Brooklyn energy
• Aunt Michelle (Supporting)
  Black female, ages 30–40
  Grounded, nurturing, structured
• Grandpa Willie (Supporting)
  Black male, ages 60–70
  Sharp, wise, charismatic

Additional Requirements:

• Natural and grounded acting ability preferred
• Non-union talent
• Local New York hires preferred
• Sides available for selected applicants

Compensation Details

• $250 per day
• Paid non-union production

Day Player Speaking Roles for Upcoming TV Series

Job Description
An upcoming television series filming in Rochester, New York is now casting a variety of day player speaking roles for production taking place in June and July. Casting directors are seeking experienced actors and select musicians for paid on-camera opportunities in the new TV project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted speaking roles during filming
• Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if requested
• Collaborate with the director and production team on set
• Deliver professional on-camera performances
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production schedule

Requirements

• Experienced actors preferred
• Some musician roles also available
• Must provide a current headshot and resume
• Demo reel preferred
• Self-tape audition required for consideration
• Strong speaking and on-camera performance abilities preferred
• Must be able to work in Rochester, New York

Compensation

• Paid day player television roles
• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced TV series
• Gain acting credits and on-set experience
• Collaborate with industry professionals and casting teams

Actors for Short Film “Strangers”

Job Description
The upcoming short film Strangers is now casting multiple lead, supporting, and day player roles for a New York City-based production. Written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Karishma Dev Dube, the project has received support from Tribeca Studios and Chanel through the Through Her Lens program. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with strong emotional range and naturalistic acting abilities for this character-driven drama filming in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally layered characters in a scripted short film
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team during filming
• Deliver authentic performances in dramatic and dialogue-driven scenes
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled production dates
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production

Requirements

• Talent must be based in NYC or able to work as a local hire in New York City
• Non-union performers encouraged to apply
• Strong acting skills and on-camera experience preferred
• Fluent Hindi and English speakers encouraged for select roles
• Ability to portray nuanced and emotionally grounded characters

Roles

• Ronny – Male, 30s–40s, Indian. A soft-spoken and observant man navigating identity, desire, and isolation while living in New York. Lead role requiring fluent Hindi and English.
• Tara – Female, 25–35, Indian. Confident, intelligent, and emotionally layered with a sharp edge beneath a polished exterior. Supporting role requiring fluent Hindi and English.
• Maya – Female, 35–40, White American. An open and successful gay artist with a composed but emotionally complex presence. Supporting role.
• Jackson – Male, 20s–30s, Indian American. Fast-talking, ambitious, and charismatic with underlying emotional tension. Supporting role.
• Golden – Woman or Non-Binary Person, 35–45, Indian. Warm, grounded, and quietly authoritative with a strong New York presence. Day player role.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Work with an award-winning filmmaker and experienced production team
• Opportunity to appear in a professionally backed short film production
• Build industry credits and festival exposure potential

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA micro-budget short film is now casting a child actor for an upcoming beach scene filming in the New York/New Jersey area. The production is seeking a young Caucasian child to portray a natural, quiet beach moment in a simple exterior scene.

This role requires no dialogue and focuses on authentic on-camera presence as the child plays by the beach. The production is looking for talent comfortable in outdoor environments and accompanied by a parent or guardian during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a short film beach scene
• Perform naturally on camera without dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Attend a short exterior beach shoot with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Child ages 3–6
• Caucasian
• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Comfortable in outdoor and beach environments
• Available for flexible shoot dates during the weeks of May 4 and May 11
• Must submit:
  • Recent photo
  • Child’s name and age
  • Parent or guardian contact information

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Rate disclosed upon inquiry

Family Boating Scene Casting Call

Job Description
A new nonunion commercial project for Marex Boats is now casting families and individual talent for a boating scene filming in Long Island, New York. The production is seeking adults and teens to portray a real family enjoying time on a luxury boat. This is a great opportunity for talent comfortable around water and boating environments to appear in a lifestyle-focused commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members in a boating lifestyle scene
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in on-camera scenes aboard a boat
• Work professionally during filming and production activities
• Talent may be required to wear bathing suits or cover-ups

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 45–55
• Caucasian female, ages 45–55
• Caucasian teen boy, ages 12–16 or able to realistically portray that age range
• Caucasian teen girl, ages 12–16 or able to realistically portray that age range
• Real families and individual submissions accepted
• Must be comfortable filming on a boat
• Boating experience is a plus but not required
• Male talent with boating/driving experience encouraged to apply
• Must be local to Long Island, New York, as travel is not provided

Compensation

• Adults: $800 flat rate
• Teens: $600 flat rate
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a lifestyle boating campaign

Job Description

An indie comedy pilot is now casting actors and extras for a SAG micro-budget production shooting in New York City. The production is seeking NYC-based talent for speaking and background roles in a comedic pilot project scheduled to film over multiple days in June.

Both experienced actors and non-actors are encouraged to apply. Selected talent must be available for filming dates and comfortable working in a collaborative indie production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted speaking or background roles for the comedy pilot
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Participate in on-set filming and rehearsals as needed
• Portray authentic and engaging character performances
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be based in New York City
• Must be available for filming dates in June
• Non-actors are encouraged to apply
• Seeking the following roles:

Speaking Roles

• Pat – Woman, ages 40–60, any ethnicity, acting teacher
• David Hawthorne – White man, ages 30–35, famous photographer, comedy background preferred
• Jason Chu – Asian man, ages 28–35, finance professional type, comedy background preferred
• Grace Kim – Asian woman, ages 26–32, lawyer, lead character’s sister
• Nick – BIPOC man, ages 22–29, acting student

Featured Background Roles

• Korean Mom – Asian woman, ages 40–60, Korean background preferred
• Korean Dad – Asian man, ages 40–60, Korean background preferred
• Lily Jones – White woman, ages 20–30, buzzcut or pixie hairstyle preferred, alternative aesthetic preferred

Background Roles

• College students, ages 20–24, all ethnicities
• Acting student, woman, ages 22–29, any ethnicity

Compensation

• SAG micro-budget project
• Day rate available for speaking roles
• Additional compensation details provided upon selection

Female Character Roles for Music Video

Job Description
A high-profile music video is now casting NYC-based female talent to portray bold, expressive characters with distinctive looks. Casting directors are seeking individuals with strong visual presence, including features like skinny eyebrows, full lips, and dramatic or cosmetically enhanced styles. The project captures a gritty, midtown New York aesthetic and offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside major creative talent in the industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray stylized female characters in a music video production
• Follow creative direction to match the visual tone and concept
• Bring strong personality and expressive energy to the role
• Participate in filming while maintaining a consistent character look

Requirements

• Female talent based in New York City
• Unique, bold, or cosmetically enhanced features encouraged
• Strong on-camera presence and confidence
• Available for filming in NYC
• Able to take direction and embody a specific character style

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)
• Work on a high-profile music video project
• Gain exposure and industry experience