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Featured Models for Hip Hop Music Video

Job Description
A major hip hop artist’s music video is casting featured models for an upcoming shoot. This opportunity is seeking confident, camera-ready female talent with unique, standout features and an eccentric edge that reads well on screen. If you love music video work and can bring bold energy and style to set, this is a strong paid booking opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured model in a hip hop music video

• Bring confident on-camera presence, movement, and attitude for performance-style scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team for blocking and continuity

• Maintain a polished look and professional energy throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 18–35

• African American talent encouraged to apply

• Must have unique features and an eccentric look/style

• Comfortable working long shoot days (10–12 hours)

• Must be able to work in New York

Compensation

• $500 for 10–12 hours

Nightclub Dancer Featured Background Actors

Job Description
A TV series is casting featured background nightclub dancers for an upcoming scene. This director-selected background role is seeking experienced freestyle dancers who can bring authentic nightclub energy on camera. Talent must be able to work locally in the Atlanta area and be available for both a required fitting and the filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a nightclub dancer in a featured background scene

• Freestyle dance naturally and maintain high energy for multiple takes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Work professionally with the production team in a fast-paced set environment

• Attend a required wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Ages 20–30

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Experienced dancer with freestyle nightclub-style movement

• Must be local to the Atlanta, GA area (no travel or accommodations provided)

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (or able to provide clearance if applicable)

• Must be available for both the fitting and filming days

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours

• Paid full day even if wrapped early

• Overtime after 8 hours (if applicable)

Experienced Lady Liberty Performer Background Role

Job Description
A TV series is seeking experienced Lady Liberty statue performers for paid background work. This role is ideal for professional character performers who already have a full Lady Liberty costume and makeup and can convincingly portray a statue look on camera. If you have prior experience performing as Lady Liberty and can maintain a strong, consistent character presence, this is a great featured-style background opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Lady Liberty statue performer in background scenes
• Maintain a still, statue-like performance with consistent posture and expression
• Arrive camera-ready with full costume and makeup
• Follow direction from the production team for blocking, timing, and continuity
• Remain professional and performance-ready throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Experienced Lady Liberty performers only
• Must have full Lady Liberty costume and makeup (required)
• Comfortable working long hours and staying in character
• Able to work on an interior TV set in Manhattan

Compensation

• $500 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime pay after 8 hours

African American Female Photo Double Casting Call

Job Description
A production is casting an African American woman to work as a photo double. This paid opportunity is for talent who can closely match specific measurements and are comfortable with prosthetics and portraying a sensitive scene involving lying in an open casket. If you have set experience or are looking to expand your background and double work, this role offers strong on-set pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a principal performer
• Match the required wardrobe fit and physical measurements for continuity
• Follow direction during a scan and on-set photo work
• Remain comfortable and professional while wearing prosthetics as needed
• Portray the required still-position performance in an open casket setup

Requirements

• African American woman with light/medium skin tone
• Must be comfortable with prosthetics and lying in an open casket
• Must closely match the following sizes:
  • Height: 5’3″
  • Weight: 140 lbs
  • Bust: 36 in
  • Bra: 30I
  • Top/Blouse: L
  • Waist: 29 in
  • Hips: 40.5 in
  • Inseam: 27 in
  • Dress: 6
  • Shoe size: 6–6.5

Compensation

• $300 for 12 hours (photo double rate)

Airport Kids Background Actors

Job Description
A streaming series is casting children to portray airport passengers in background scenes. This is a paid, non-union background acting opportunity for South Asian and Indian child talent who can appear naturally in a busy airport environment. Parents and guardians are encouraged to apply on behalf of their children.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an airport passenger in background scenes
• Follow simple on-set direction with a parent/guardian present as required
• Maintain a calm, professional presence during filming and waiting periods
• Be available for multiple takes and continuity adjustments

Requirements

• Children ages 9–11
• South Asian and Indian child talent encouraged to apply
• Must be comfortable working as a background actor in a public-setting scene
• Parent/guardian must be able to coordinate availability and communication

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours
• Non-union background role

Experienced Santa Claus With Full Attire

Job Description
A television production is seeking an experienced Santa Claus performer with full, professional Santa attire for a featured background role. This is a great fit for seasoned character talent who can deliver a warm, believable Santa presence on camera and work confidently in a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus in a featured background scene
• Stay in character and maintain a consistent Santa look on camera
• Follow direction from the on-set team for timing, marks, and continuity
• Maintain professional conduct throughout the workday

Requirements

• Must be an experienced Santa Claus performer
• Must have full Santa attire (complete, professional-quality wardrobe)
• Must be comfortable working long set days as needed
• Must be available to work on an interior TV scene in Manhattan

Compensation

• $350/8
• Overtime after 8 hours

Snake Pentecostal Church Scene Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray church members in a Pentecostal church scene. This is a paid background acting opportunity for fresh faces who are comfortable working in an environment where live snakes are present in the room with professional animal handlers. If you’re looking to build credits and gain on-set experience, this church scene casting call is a strong fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church member in a Pentecostal church scene
• Follow direction from the production team to support the scene’s energy and realism
• Maintain professionalism while working near animals on set
• Stay camera-ready and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• Caucasian men and women, 18+
• Must be a fresh face (not previously booked on the show)
• Must not be afraid of snakes (snakes will be present in the room with handlers)
• Comfortable working in a church-themed background actor role

Compensation

• $96/8 base rate
• Additional $20 gas bump

Law & Order SVU Boxing Match Referee Featured Background Actor

Job Description
A hit network crime drama is casting talent with real referee experience in boxing matches to appear as a paid featured background actor. This is a great opportunity for performers with sports officiating skills to bring authenticity to a high-energy female boxing match scene filmed for television.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a boxing match referee in a female boxing match scene
• Take direction from the assistant directors and on-set team
• Help maintain realism and continuity during filming
• Remain camera-ready and professional throughout the interior shoot

Requirements

• Ages 30–60, all types encouraged to apply
• Must have referee experience in boxing matches (required)
• Comfortable working on a busy TV set and following timing cues
• Available to work as featured background in a Manhattan interior scene

Compensation

• $234/8 (featured background pay rate)

Major Comedian Church Skit Shoot Casting Call

Job Description
A comedic church skit is seeking background actors for a lively and energetic production. This project is looking for individuals who are comfortable in a comedy-driven environment and can help bring an authentic church setting to life. This is a paid background acting opportunity ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional comedy shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in a church-themed comedy skit
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and positive energy throughout filming
• Help create a realistic and engaging church atmosphere

Requirements

• Ages 21–70
• African American male and female talent encouraged to apply
• Comfortable with comedy content and not easily offended
• Must have own wardrobe: church-appropriate attire or casual church clothing (not fancy)
• Reliable transportation required
• Must be healthy and able to work on set

Compensation

• $50 flat rate
• Paid background acting role

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In (Angel)
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday 1/7
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the full shoot day on 1/7
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN (ANGEL)
• Height: 5’10”
• Weight: 145
• Additional specs: Must match photo reference provided by production

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

UGC Haircare Ad Casting: Scandinavian Curls Blonde

Job Description
A paid UGC-style haircare ad is seeking on-camera talent with natural “Scandinavian curls” blonde hair for a short shoot in Hyde Park. This project is looking for a creator who can speak comfortably to camera and deliver authentic, social-first content that feels like a real product moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Create UGC-style haircare content with a natural, conversational delivery

• Speak directly to camera for a short performance segment

• Showcase your natural blonde curls in clean, well-lit visuals

• Follow light creative direction and deliver multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• Natural blonde curls with a “Scandinavian curls” look

• Comfortable speaking on camera (UGC/social ad style)

• Able to provide a current photo showing your natural curls

• Professional, reliable, and able to work in Hyde Park as a local hire

Compensation

• $350 for approximately 2.5 hours

Job Description
A paid e-commerce photoshoot is seeking Hispanic female models for clean, modern product-focused imagery. This is a great opportunity for models who are comfortable on camera, can pose naturally for commercial product shots, and want to add polished e-commerce work to their portfolio. The shoot will take place in Midtown Manhattan and is a short, professional set day.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for product-focused e-commerce photos in a clean, modern style
• Follow direction from the photographer and creative team for posing and expressions
• Maintain a professional, on-set presence and work efficiently during the shoot
• Support consistent visual branding through wardrobe, posture, and camera-ready energy

Requirements

• Hispanic female models
• Comfortable posing in front of the camera
• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set
• Prior e-commerce modeling experience is a plus but not required
• Must be able to work in Midtown Manhattan as a local hire

Compensation

• Paid project (rate provided upon selection)