Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Participants for Reality Series About First Kisses

Job Description
A new reality project is looking for individuals with meaningful, unique, or personal stories about their first kiss—or their journey toward it. Whether you’ve never had your first kiss, taken a long break from dating, undergone a major life transformation, or simply have a compelling personal narrative, this project wants to highlight your authentic experience. Talent should feel comfortable sharing their story on camera in an open, honest, and relatable way.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your personal story regarding your first kiss or journey toward it

• Participate in on-camera interviews and storytelling segments

• Engage naturally and authentically with the production team

• Represent your experiences with sincerity and openness

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• All backgrounds, identities, and experiences welcome

• Comfortable discussing personal experiences on camera

• Able to communicate openly and honestly

Compensation

• Compensation details discussed upon selection

Stand-In Roles for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking stand-ins to support the camera and lighting teams during production. Stand-ins play a key part in the filmmaking process by helping the crew set up shots, test lighting, and ensure smooth scene preparation. No prior stand-in experience is required—just reliability, focus, and a willingness to learn on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the crew by standing in for principal actors during shot setup

• Follow direction from the camera and lighting departments

• Maintain consistency in positioning and movement during rehearsals

• Contribute to an efficient and professional on-set workflow

Requirements

• Men:

  • Ages 18–35

  • Height 5’11″–6’2″

  • Brunette hair

• Women:

  • Ages 18–35

  • Height 5’5″–5’8″

  • Brunette hair

• Open availability preferred

• No stand-in experience required

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable taking direction

Compensation

• $175 per day (12-hour day)

Nail Salon Customers for Upcoming Production

Job Description
A new production is seeking individuals to appear as customers in a nail salon scene. Talent will help create a natural, everyday atmosphere by portraying clients receiving or waiting for services. This role is simple, relaxed, and ideal for those looking to gain on-set experience while contributing to authentic background action. Selected individuals must provide their own wardrobe based on production guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer in a nail salon environment

• Follow direction from the production team

• Provide natural background reactions and movement

• Arrive prepared with wardrobe that meets production guidelines

Requirements

• Any gender

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Comfortable appearing as a salon client and taking simple direction

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

Nail Technician for Upcoming Production

Job Description
A new production is seeking individuals to portray nail technicians for an upcoming nail salon scene. This role involves bringing natural, believable presence to the environment by performing simple technician actions or appearing as a working professional. Real-world nail tech experience is preferred but not required. Selected talent must provide their own wardrobe based on production guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nail technician in a salon setting

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Contribute natural background movement to enhance scene realism

• Arrive prepared with wardrobe that meets provided guidelines

Requirements

• Any gender

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 20+

• Real-world nail tech experience preferred but not required

• Comfortable performing basic technician motions and working in a staged environment

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

Florist Customers for Upcoming Production

Job Description
A new production is seeking individuals to appear as customers in a florist shop scene. Talent will help create a natural, everyday atmosphere by portraying shoppers browsing or interacting within the floral environment. This role is simple, conversational, and ideal for those looking to gain on-set experience while contributing to authentic background action. Selected individuals must provide their own wardrobe based on production guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer in a florist shop scene

• Follow direction from the on-set team

• Provide natural background movement and reactions

• Arrive prepared with wardrobe that matches production guidelines

Requirements

• Any gender

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Comfortable working in a staged environment and taking simple direction

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

Florist for Upcoming Production

Job Description
A new production is seeking individuals to appear as florists in an upcoming scene. This role involves portraying a working florist in a natural, everyday environment. Talent should be able to bring authenticity to the setting and follow simple on-set direction. Real-world floral experience is a plus but not required. Selected individuals must provide their own wardrobe based on production guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a florist in a realistic shop setting

• Follow direction from the production team

• Contribute natural background action to support scene authenticity

• Arrive prepared with wardrobe that meets project guidelines

Requirements

• Any gender

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Real-world florist experience preferred but not required

• Comfortable taking simple direction and working in a staged environment

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

Extras for Hospital Scene

Job Description
A television production is seeking local talent to appear as non-speaking extras in an upcoming hospital scene. The production is looking for men and women who can portray visitors, staff, and individuals in a medical setting. Talent should be able to follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism throughout filming. Only locals from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states are eligible.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a hospital environment

• Follow direction from the production and background team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming

• Arrive prepared with accurate clothing sizes

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities

• Ages 20s to 70s

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must provide full clothing sizes and recent photo

• Should not have recently worked on this production

Compensation

• $132.8 for 8 hours

Crew Needed for Vertical Shoot

Job Description
A production team is hiring experienced crew members for an upcoming vertical-format shoot. This project requires creative, reliable professionals who can collaborate effectively and support a smooth, visually strong production. Crew will work closely with the director and department leads to help execute this multi-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to a professional vertical-format production

• Collaborate with the director and production team

• Execute job-specific duties based on assigned position

• Maintain efficiency, communication, and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Experienced professionals for the following roles:

  • Wardrobe Stylist

  • Production Designer

  • First Assistant Director (First AD)

  • Hair & Makeup Artist (HMU)

• Must be available for the full shoot window, Dec 5–13

• Able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

• Rate based on experience (provide in submission)

Wrap Party Attendees for Short Film

Job Description
A short film is seeking background talent to portray wrap party attendees for an evening celebration scene. Talent will be dressed up and contribute to the lively atmosphere of a post-production party environment. This is an excellent opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience while working alongside a professional film crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a wrap party attendee in a background role

• Arrive dressed appropriately for an upscale evening event

• Follow direction from the on-set team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Ages 35–55

• All genders welcome

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working as background talent

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (SAG-AFTRA rate)

First Nations Kids for Health Campaign

Job Description
An upcoming health campaign is seeking First Nations children to participate in a warm, uplifting project centered on community, wellness, and representation. Young talent will take part in a child-friendly photoshoot designed to celebrate culture and promote positive health messaging. This is a great opportunity for local families looking to introduce their children to on-set experience in a safe, supportive environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a child-friendly photoshoot for a health campaign

• Follow simple direction from the creative team

• Bring natural personality, energy, and comfort to camera

• Engage in a positive and supportive production environment

Requirements

• First Nations children

• Ages 3–5

• Must be based in Sydney

• Comfortable being photographed

Compensation

• $600 AUD talent fee