Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Hip Hop Dancers for Disney Musical Movie “Make A Splash”

Job Description
A Disney musical movie currently titled “Make A Splash” is holding an open call for hip hop dancers. Casting directors are seeking high-energy performers of all genders and ethnicities, age 18 and older, who can play 16–18-year-olds on screen. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a major musical film production with dynamic choreography.

The production is looking for dancers of all styles, especially those with specialty skills such as B-boy, gymnastics, parkour, bone-breaking/contortion, and strong foundations in hip hop or contemporary dance. Talent must be able to quickly learn choreographed routines and deliver powerful, camera-ready performances.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand (resident or valid visa) and have a valid passport.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform hip hop and choreographed dance routines for a musical film

• Showcase specialty dance or movement skills if applicable

• Attend open call audition and remain available as required

• Take direction from the choreographer and creative team

• Maintain high energy and professionalism throughout rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Age 18+ (must be able to play 16–18 years old)

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Strong hip hop dance foundation

• Specialty skills such as B-boying, gymnastics, parkour, contortion, or contemporary dance are a plus

• Valid passport required

• Must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand

• Bring a headshot to the audition

Compensation

• Paid musical film opportunity

Swedish or Norwegian Young Adults for Paid Campaign in Sydney

Job Description
A paid campaign is now casting a Swedish or Norwegian young woman and man, ages 18–24, for a commercial shoot in Sydney. This campaign casting call is seeking talent with authentic Scandinavian background for a one-day production.

Casting directors are looking for natural, camera-ready performers who can represent a youthful, international look for the campaign. The project will film in Sydney and requires full availability for the scheduled shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial campaign shoot

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

• Participate in a full 8-hour shoot day

• Deliver natural on-camera presence

Requirements

• Swedish or Norwegian background

• Female and male talent, ages 18–24

• Available to shoot in Sydney

• Comfortable on camera in a campaign setting

Compensation

• Female role: 7,000 (currency as per production)

• Male role: 2,500 (currency as per production)

• 1 x 8-hour shoot day

• Paid campaign opportunity

Actors for Paid Independent Feature Film “The World Itself”

Job Description
A paid independent feature film is now holding an open casting call for multiple roles in Adelaide. This character-driven sci-fi drama follows an anthropologist sent to evaluate three lifelike androids in a secluded villa, where hidden desires begin to surface and the fragile order of the house starts to unravel.

Casting directors are seeking talented actors for paid roles ranging from lead to supporting characters. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking to work on an independent feature film with layered storytelling and emotionally complex roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray principal or supporting characters in a feature-length indie film

• Deliver emotionally nuanced performances

• Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot dates

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

Requirements

• Ability to perform dramatic, character-driven material

• Comfortable exploring psychological and sci-fi themes

• Submit headshot, resume, reel, and contact details

• Indicate role preference when applying

• Available for the full shooting period (May 18 – June 12)

• Based in or able to work in Adelaide

Roles Available

• Ashley – Female, 20–50. Anthropologist. Razor-observant and emotionally contained, with curiosity beneath her composure.

• Sam – Female, 18–30. Senior android. Quietly formidable with controlled intensity.

• Jamie – Female, 18–30. Android with dry wit and emotional agility; warm exterior with inner steel.

• Charlie – Male, 18–30. Introverted and sensitive with hidden depth and vulnerability.

• Manager – Male, 30–45. Corporate operator in damage-control mode; sharp and fast-thinking.

Compensation

• Ashley – $1,000 (14–15 days)

• Sam – $1,000 (14–15 days)

• Jamie – $800 (13–14 days)

• Charlie – $700 (11–12 days)

• Manager – $300 (2–3 days)

• Paid feature film opportunity

Job Description

A Sydney-based creative studio is currently seeking experienced female models for upcoming photoshoot projects. This is an opportunity for confident, camera-ready talent to collaborate on professional model shoots.

The team is looking for models with prior experience who can deliver strong poses, expressions, and on-camera presence across fashion and lifestyle-style content.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in professional photoshoots

• Model fashion and lifestyle looks as directed

• Demonstrate strong posing ability and natural screen presence

• Collaborate with photographers and creative teams

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Female models

• Based in Sydney, Australia

• Previous modeling experience required

• Strong portfolio demonstrating prior work

• Confident, polished, and camera-friendly

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be discussed with selected models

Active Older Man Casting Call for Insurance Commercial – East Coast Australia

Job Description
A major insurance campaign is now casting a very active older man for a paid commercial filming in Thailand. This casting call is seeking talent aged 65 and older who maintains an athletic lifestyle, specifically confident runners or joggers.

Producers are open to East Coast Australia–based talent, including Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Brisbane. This is a premium commercial opportunity offering international travel and substantial compensation for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional insurance commercial campaign

• Perform light running or jogging activities on camera

• Travel internationally for filming in Thailand

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams

• Be available for the full travel and shoot window

Requirements

• Male talent aged 65+

• Active runner or jogger with strong physical stamina

• Based on Australia’s East Coast (Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane)

• Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the final shoot date

• Available for international travel

Compensation

• $2,000 AUD guaranteed on-set fee (plus super, less tax)

• Additional $28,000 AUD if featured in final edits/advertising materials

• $300 AUD per paid travel day

Older Japanese Talent Casting Call for Insurance Campaign – East Coast Australia

Job Description
A major insurance campaign is now casting older Japanese individuals for a paid international commercial filming in Thailand. This casting call is seeking East Coast Australia–based talent, including those in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Brisbane.

Producers are looking for authentic, active individuals aged 60 and over who are physically comfortable participating in amusement park activities, including rollercoaster rides. Travel, accommodation, and per diems will be covered for selected talent. This is a high-paying commercial opportunity with strong global exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional insurance commercial campaign

• Participate in amusement park and rollercoaster scenes

• Travel internationally for the shoot

• Follow direction from the production and creative team

• Be available for the full shoot and travel window

Requirements

• Japanese individuals aged 60+

• Based on the East Coast of Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane)

• Physically able and comfortable riding rollercoasters and amusement rides

• Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the shoot date

• Available for international travel and filming

Compensation

• $2,000 AUD guaranteed on-set fee (plus super, less tax)

• Additional $28,000 AUD if featured in final edits/advertising materials

• $300 AUD per paid travel day

Job Description
Casting is underway for Papaya Picking, an upcoming short film centered on a daughter and her mother with dementia as they embark on a fantastical adventure to spark fading memories. The production is seeking female Asian actresses, particularly those who can speak Thai or another Southeast Asian language.

This paid opportunity offers principal and supporting roles in a heartfelt, character-driven story blending emotional depth with moments of satire and exaggeration. The project calls for naturalistic, grounded performances with strong emotional authenticity.

Roles Being Cast

Principal Role – Female, 30–45 (South-East Asian, preferably Thai)
Character: A caring yet brave daughter who retells a childhood story in hopes of reconnecting with her mother. She is tender, occasionally impulsive, and deeply yearning for reconnection.

Supporting Role – Female, 50+ (South-East Asian, preferably Thai)
Character: The mother living with dementia. A layered role requiring subtle emotional shifts and grounded performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally complex characters in a short film production

• Deliver naturalistic, grounded performances

• Balance subtle satire and heightened moments when required

• Perform scenes in Thai or another Southeast Asian language (minimum basic level required)

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Female Asian actresses (South-East Asian heritage preferred)

• Thai language ability preferred (or another Southeast Asian language)

• Comfortable working in outdoor environments

• Available in the Greater Melbourne area

• Strong emotional range and ability to perform nuanced character work

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity

• Approximate rate: $200 per day for a 3-day shoot

• Further details to be confirmed

Ground-Based Acts – Hong Kong Contract Offer 2026

Job Description
A professional stage production company is now offering contract opportunities for skilled ground-based acts to perform in Hong Kong from September 1 through November 1, 2026, seeking high-energy performers with strong stage presence and specialty ground skills (no adagio acts), ideal for experienced live entertainment artists ready to commit to an international contract engagement in a dynamic performance environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a ground-based act in scheduled live shows

• Deliver high-energy stage performances

• Participate in rehearsals as required

• Maintain professionalism throughout the contract period

• Be available for the full engagement dates

Requirements

• Skilled ground-based performer (non-adagio acts only)

• Strong stage experience and performance quality

• High energy and audience engagement ability

• Available September 1 – November 1, 2026

• Able to work in Hong Kong for the contract duration

• Submit resume and show reel

Compensation

• Contracted performance opportunity

• International stage engagement in Hong Kong

• Professional live production credit

• Potential for future touring opportunities

Real Mariachi Band – Paid Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A Mexican food brand commercial is now casting a real Sydney-based Mariachi band to appear in an upcoming advertising campaign, seeking authentic musicians with strong performance presence and cultural authenticity, with a minimum of three members required (but open to larger groups), for a paid shoot that includes one full shoot day and one half-day pop-up appearance in Sydney.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a Mariachi band in a commercial campaign

• Appear in one scheduled shoot day

• Participate in one half-day pop-up event

• Bring authentic energy, style, and musical performance

• Follow direction from the commercial production team

Requirements

• Real Mariachi band based in Sydney

• Minimum of 3 members (more welcome)

• Professional performance experience

• Available for scheduled shoot window

• Able to provide band photos and performance details

Compensation

• $10,000 AUD for the group if selected

Woman & Young Girl – Paid Farm Commercial Roles

Job Description
A paid yoghurt commercial filming in Victoria is now casting a woman ages 35–50 and a girl ages 6–8 for farm-based roles, seeking talent who are genuinely comfortable around livestock and ideally have real experience living or working on a farm, with special consideration given to real-life mum and daughter duos; this project will feature authentic rural settings and requires performers who feel confident being surrounded by farm animals, including sheep.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a farm-themed commercial campaign

• Interact naturally around livestock, including sheep

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for scheduled shoot days

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Woman ages 35–50

• Girl ages 6–8

• Must have experience around livestock

• Comfortable working on a farm environment

• Based in Victoria

• Real mum and daughter duos encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity