Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Now Casting: Club Goers for TV Series Background Role

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting non-union background talent to portray vibrant and energetic club goers for a stylish nightlife scene. This is a great opportunity for those who bring a bold, trendy look and high energy to the camera. The production is seeking individuals who look comfortable in a high-end club environment and can blend into the party atmosphere naturally.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a club patron in a lively nightclub scene

• Dance, mingle, and react naturally to the music and environment

• Take direction from the assistant director and background coordinator

• Work professionally in a setting with atmospheric smoke and lighting

Requirements

• Ages 18–30, all genders welcome

• Must be non-union

• Must be comfortable working in a smoke-filled environment

• Must be local to the Manhattan, NY area

• Stylish, nightlife-ready look preferred

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours of work

• Great on-set experience on a high-profile TV production

• Networking opportunity with production professionals

Now Casting: Experienced DJs for TV Background Role

Job Description
A high-energy television production is seeking experienced DJs for a featured background role. This special ability casting is ideal for real DJs who can bring authentic performance vibes to a club scene on a major TV series. If you know your way around a turntable and love the spotlight, this role is the perfect chance to show off your skills on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real DJ in a scripted TV scene

• Perform realistic DJing movements while following on-set direction

• Maintain the energy and style of a working DJ in a nightclub environment

• Work around atmospheric effects like stage smoke

Requirements

• Must be an experienced or working DJ

• Comfortable working in a smoky, club-style setting

• Available for a full day of filming

• Able to bring a professional and energetic presence to the role

Compensation

• $226 for 8 hours of filming

• Special ability background rate

• High-profile exposure on a major television show

Now Casting: Real New Yorkers for Major Sportswear Brand Campaign

Job Description
A major sportswear brand is looking for real New Yorkers with big energy and authentic stories to feature in an upcoming campaign. This is your chance to represent the city in all its diverse, vibrant, and hardworking glory. From bike riders to small business owners, we want people who truly embody the spirit of NYC. This shoot is all about real people doing real things—and doing it in style.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot and/or video shoot

• Represent your unique lifestyle and personality

• Collaborate with a creative team on set

• Be available for one full shoot day between April 14–16

Requirements

• Must be a New York City resident

• Open to individuals from all backgrounds including:

  • Bike enthusiasts

  • Construction workers

  • Father and son duos

  • Small business owners

  • Stylish teens

  • Best friends

  • Cool grandparents

  • Basketball players

  • Siblings

• Comfortable in front of the camera

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

• Exposure through a national brand campaign

• Potential for future collaboration with the brand

Female Models for Artistic Cover Shoot with Iconic Music Artist

Job Description
A prominent female artist is seeking unique and confident talent for an upcoming cover shoot. This is a paid opportunity to participate in a bold, artistic project intended to push boundaries and celebrate body positivity. The shoot will be featured in a major creative campaign spotlighting individuality and self-expression.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an editorial-style photoshoot

• Embrace the artistic vision of the creative team

• Collaborate with a high-profile artist and production crew

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Female-identifying talent

• Must have naturally blonde grown-out pubic hair

• Comfortable participating in a provocative, empowering artistic shoot

• Must be based in or able to travel to New York City

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• National exposure through a high-profile cover feature

Casting Friend Groups, Moms & Kids for Summer Footwear Campaign

Job Description
A vibrant summer ad campaign for a popular footwear brand is casting NYC-based talent for a dynamic and stylish shoot. Producers are seeking real friend groups of all genders and mother-child pairs who radiate authentic chemistry and energy. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a lifestyle-driven campaign that celebrates fun, fashion, and personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional lifestyle photo and video shoot

• Portray natural, candid moments showcasing summer footwear

• Work comfortably in group settings and follow direction on set

• Attend a mandatory fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Friend groups: All genders, must be NYC-based

• Moms: Ages 30–38

• Children: Ages 7–12

• Must be comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Submit recent photos and social media links for consideration

Compensation

• $1,200 per shoot day, per talent

• $200 additional for fitting day

Casting Special Ability Bowlers for SAG TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is now seeking talented SAG special ability bowlers for a featured shoot. If you’ve got serious bowling skills and camera confidence, this is your chance to showcase your talent on a professional set. Filming will take place indoors in Brooklyn, NY, and will highlight precision, form, and character through real bowling action.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform high-level bowling sequences on camera

• Follow direction from the production and stunt teams

• Represent the sport with accuracy, skill, and consistency

• Arrive camera-ready and in appropriate bowling attire

Requirements

• Must be a SAG-AFTRA member

• Must have advanced or professional-level bowling ability

• Must be available for the tentative shoot date

• Prior on-camera or performance experience preferred

Compensation

• $226 for 8 hours of work

• Paid via SAG-AFTRA payroll

Newborn Baby Casting Call for Major FX Series

Job Description
A hit FX series is now seeking Latino newborn babies—both singles and twins—for a featured background role. This is a great opportunity for parents looking to get their little ones involved in a professional TV production. The role will require one day of filming in the New York area. The production is especially encouraging submissions from twins but welcomes single baby submissions as well.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in background scenes as a newborn baby character

• Remain calm and comfortable on set with parental support

• Follow simple production team direction during filming

Requirements

• Latino newborns between 12 days and 5 months old

• Male or female, single babies or twins

• Must be available for filming in Yonkers, NY

Compensation

• $350 per baby for the day of filming

Casting Call for Freelance Male Model – Denim Brand Shoot

Job Description
A leading denim brand is seeking a freelance male model for a half-day photoshoot. The shoot will highlight rugged, masculine energy and showcase the latest denim fits and styles. This is an excellent opportunity for local NYC-based talent looking to gain exposure in fashion and lifestyle branding. The production is looking for models with a strong presence and a classic, manly look.

Job Responsibilities

• Model denim apparel for a branded photo shoot

• Pose naturally and confidently to convey a masculine aesthetic

• Collaborate with the creative team for direction and adjustments

• Represent the brand’s identity through confident body language and presence

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work in the NYC area

• Height: 6’2” preferred (acceptable range: 6’1.5” to 6’3”)

• Waist size: 32” preferred (31” acceptable)

• Must have a masculine/manly look and strong on-camera presence

• Prior modeling experience preferred, but not required

Compensation

• Paid half-day shoot

• Exposure with a denim fashion brand

• Opportunity to work with an experienced creative team

• Portfolio content for future modeling opportunities

Female Volleyball Player Extras for Feature Film

A feature film is seeking tall, athletic women to portray Olympic-level volleyball players in high-energy sports scenes. This opportunity is open to both SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers who are based in the NYC area. Shoots will take place on multiple dates with a potential for night filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a competitive female volleyball athlete on camera

• Participate in scenes that may require athletic movement and gameplay simulation

• Be prepared for possible night shoots and full-day availability

• Follow direction from the film’s creative team and maintain continuity in scenes

Requirements

• Female, athletic build, tall stature preferred

• Must be 18+ and local to NYC

• Available for both scheduled filming days

• Comfortable portraying an Olympic-level volleyball player

• Include clear, recent photos (face and full body)

• Must present valid ID for I-9 verification if booked

Compensation

• Paid background role under SAG-AFTRA CBA

• Work on a major feature film production

• Screen credit and valuable on-set experience

Casting Non-Union Talent for Showtime’s Dexter: Resurrection

Job Description
A high-profile production is seeking non-union background actors to portray Lower East Side pedestrian types for an upcoming scene in the Showtime series Dexter: Resurrection. This shoot will take place in Manhattan and is a great opportunity to work on a major TV series set. Talent must be available for a one-day exterior shoot and comfortable working in outdoor conditions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic New York City pedestrian types for an exterior scene

• Follow on-set direction and remain attentive throughout the filming day

• Arrive camera-ready with wardrobe and appearance as requested

• Submit required documentation for work eligibility if cast

Requirements

• Must be non-union

• Must be available for the entire shoot day

• Comfortable working around atmospheric smoke if needed

• Open to all ethnicities and gender identities

• Must not have appeared on Dexter: Resurrection previously

• Must be able to self-report to the Manhattan set

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours guaranteed