Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A television series is seeking a Native American male for a paid background role. Casting directors are looking for talent who can authentically portray a character within the production and are specifically seeking individuals who have not previously worked on the series during the current season.

Applicants must be local to the Santa Fe area and available to work on the production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a background performer in a television series.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout filming.
• Be available for the assigned filming day.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew members.

Requirements

• Native American male.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must not have previously worked on the series during the current season.
• Must be local to Santa Fe or the surrounding area.
• Must submit a recent full-length photo.
• Must include a phone number with the submission.
• Reliable transportation to the filming location preferred.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be disclosed to selected applicants.

Bank Teller

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female actor to portray a bank teller. This featured role requires a friendly, professional, and approachable on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bank teller in commercial scenes
• Interact with customers and featured talent
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Female
• Mid-20s
• Open ethnicity
• Professional and friendly appearance

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Child with Parent

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking a child and parent for family-oriented scenes. Casting directors are looking for talent who can naturally portray a believable family relationship.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in family-focused commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Work collaboratively on set

Requirements

• Caucasian boy or girl under age 10
• Caucasian mother in her mid-to-late 30s
• Must appear naturally related

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Airman’s Wife

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female actor to portray an Airman’s wife in family-oriented scenes. Talent should have a relatable and approachable appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a military spouse
• Participate in family-themed commercial scenes
• Follow creative direction on set

Requirements

• Hispanic or Caucasian female
• Mid-to-late 20s to early 30s
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Airman

Job Description

A commercial project is casting an Airman for featured scenes involving military family life. The production is seeking talent with a professional appearance and strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Airman in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with fellow cast members
• Follow direction from production staff

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-to-late 20s
• Athletic build
• Military appearance preferred

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Young Entrepreneur

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a young entrepreneur for a featured scene at a sawmill. The role requires a confident and driven appearance suitable for portraying a business owner.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young entrepreneur
• Participate in commercial filming activities
• Follow production and creative direction

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-20s
• Athletic appearance preferred
• Able to portray a successful entrepreneur

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

College Student

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking a young male actor to portray a college student. Casting directors are looking for someone who can authentically represent a recent high school graduate or college-age individual.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in commercial scenes
• Follow creative and production direction
• Participate in scheduled filming activities

Requirements

• Hispanic male
• Age 18
• High school or college-age appearance
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Retired Married Couple

Job Description

A commercial production is casting a married couple for retirement planning scenes. Talent should be able to portray a relatable, mature couple enjoying retirement and financial security.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a retired married couple in commercial scenes
• Participate in lifestyle-focused filming
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian male, mid-60s to early 70s
• Hispanic or Caucasian female, mid-60s to early 70s
• Natural chemistry preferred
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Financial Planner

Job Description

A non-union commercial project for a financial institution is seeking talent to portray a Financial Planner in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role will appear in retirement planning-themed scenes and should convey professionalism, trustworthiness, and confidence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Financial Planner in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with other featured talent
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-60s to early 70s
• Distinguished appearance
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Job Description

A regional healthcare commercial is seeking child actors for featured roles in an upcoming production filming in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Casting directors are looking for energetic, authentic, and engaging children who can interact naturally on camera in family-oriented scenes.

This commercial will feature relatable family moments and is open to performers of all ethnicities. Each selected role will likely work for a half-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in commercial filming under the direction of the production team.
• Interact naturally with other actors in family-focused scenes.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain a professional attitude.
• Deliver authentic and engaging performances suitable for a healthcare campaign.

Requirements

Featured Boy Role

• Male, ages 8–12
• Any ethnicity
• Energetic, athletic, and genuine personality
• Comfortable playing soccer
• Able to interact naturally with an actor portraying his mother
• Must submit a short video demonstrating soccer experience

Featured Girl Role

• Female, ages 6–10
• Any ethnicity
• Bright, playful, and outgoing personality
• Comfortable interacting naturally with an actor portraying her father
• Tomboy-type energy preferred

Additional Requirements

• Submit a video slate.
• Include name and age.
• Include city of residence.
• Include acting, sports, or extracurricular experience.
• List any scheduling conflicts.
• Provide parent or guardian contact information.
• Parents interested in appearing on camera may also submit a slate.

Compensation Details

• Featured role rate: $100.
• Each role will likely work one-half day.