Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Same-Sex Families with Babies for Paid Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real same-sex families with infants for an upcoming shoot in New York City. The project seeks authentic representation of modern families and is open to households with babies between 3 to 12 months old. Older siblings are welcome to be included. This is a great opportunity to share your family’s story while being part of a professionally produced campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot featuring your real family

• Be comfortable on camera and follow simple direction during filming

• Submit up-to-date family photos and detailed information for casting review

Requirements

• Same-sex parents with a baby aged 3–12 months (older siblings welcome)

• Must be local to the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, CT)

• Recent family photos required for consideration

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Rate discussed upon booking

Casting Call for Babies – Major Brand Campaign in New York

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is open for babies to be featured in a major brand campaign filming in the Tri-State area. Production is looking for unrepresented babies between the ages of 3 to 9 months for a high-paying commercial shoot happening at the end of April. Families must be local to New York or nearby areas and available for the shoot date.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photo or video shoot for a major brand

• Remain calm and cooperative in front of cameras and crew

• Follow simple direction with the help of a parent or guardian on set

Requirements

• Babies aged 3 months, 6 months, or 9 months only

• Must be unrepresented (no current agent or manager)

• Families must be based in or near New York

• Parents must submit accurate sizing and contact information

• Most recent non-professional photos required for submission

Compensation

• Paid commercial shoot (rates to be disclosed upon booking)

• High-paying opportunity for selected talent

Casting Call for Hispanic Male Basketball Players

Job Description
A commercial campaign for a New York-based healthcare company is casting Hispanic men to bring energy, experience, and authenticity to the screen. The commercial will highlight vibrant community moments through basketball—featuring players shooting hoops, cheering on friends, and mentoring the next generation on the court.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a healthcare commercial focused on active community engagement

• Play basketball casually on-camera, including basic dribbling and shooting

• Cheer on fellow players and interact with younger talent in mentor-like scenes

• Be present and camera-ready for the full shoot day

Requirements

• Hispanic male, ages 55–65

• Must be fluent in Spanish

• Must be based in NYC

• Must have the ability to play basketball comfortably

• Must be available for a one-day shoot

Compensation

• $500 for a 10-hour shoot day

• $1,650 for usage

• 1-year usage for New York State (excluding NYC) across video, cable, TV, digital, and out-of-home media

• Non-union project

Casting Call for Female Models – Music Video

An upcoming music video is casting three female models to appear in a stylish, late-night shoot set in New York City’s East Village. This is a compensated opportunity to gain music video exposure and build your portfolio while collaborating with a creative production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured model in a professionally produced music video
• Bring energy, style, and confidence to each scene
• Follow direction from the production team for posing and performance

Requirements

• Female, age range 20–25
• Height between 5’0” and 5’6”
• Must be available for a nighttime shoot from 10 PM to 12 AM
• Professional headshots or digitals preferred

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Filming takes place in East Village, Manhattan

Casting Parkour Athletes for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A major commercial campaign is now casting parkour athletes in the New York City area. We’re looking for fearless, athletic Gen Z talent who can perform urban stunts like vaults, flips, and big jumps. This project aims to capture real, bold energy in a documentary-style shoot showcasing movement through the city.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute advanced parkour stunts and movement sequences
• Represent NYC street culture with energy and authenticity
• Participate in a dynamic shoot with urban action at its core
• Take direction from the creative team while performing stunts safely

Requirements

• Ages: Teens to young adults (Gen Z)
• Must reside in the New York area
• Skilled in parkour with confidence performing in front of the camera
• No professional acting or modeling experience required
• All ethnicities, genders, and personal styles encouraged

Compensation

• $600 per shoot day
• Additional $1,000 or $3,000 usage buyout if featured
• +20% if represented by an agency
• Includes two-year global usage across all media platforms

Casting Call for Female Talent to Portray Native American

A new project slated for early April is seeking a female actor who can authentically portray a Native American character in her 20s. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in a meaningful production and bring authentic representation to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Native American female character with authenticity and depth
• Participate in rehearsals or fittings as required by production
• Work closely with the director to bring the vision to life

Requirements

• Female talent able to portray Native American
• Must appear to be in her 20s
• Reliable and available for the production dates in early April
• Prior acting or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; details provided upon booking
• Usage and role-specific info shared with selected talent

Young Female Guitarist Casting Call – Feature Film Role

Job Description
A feature film is casting girls who play electric guitar to portray a lead character in an upcoming production. This role centers around a confident 9–11-year-old who rocks out in a band with her friends. The chosen performer will be expected to learn and play a specific song as part of the storyline. This is a SAG-AFTRA covered special ability role with rehearsal and shoot days in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young girl in a band playing electric guitar
• Perform on camera with real guitar-playing ability
• Take direction and work closely with the cast and crew
• Learn and play a specific song if cast

Requirements

• Girls ages 9–11
• Must be skilled in playing electric guitar
• Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City
• SAG-AFTRA or Non-Union performers welcome
• Must have a valid NY work permit and trust account (if not SAG-AFTRA)
• Must be available for all scheduled shoot and rehearsal dates

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $950/day (special ability role)

Female Model for Music Video

An exciting music video shoot is seeking one female model to join the production for a featured role. If you’re confident, photogenic, and ready to shine on screen, this is a great opportunity to be part of a professional shoot with creative direction. Must be available for an evening call time.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera role for a music video
• Follow creative direction for visual style and presence
• Work collaboratively with the artist and production crew

Requirements

• Female talent only
• Must be camera-ready with a clean, polished look
• Comfortable being featured in a music video
• Must send clean, recent photos and a valid contact number

Compensation

• Flat rate of $200 for the shoot
• Call time begins at 6PM (subject to change

Casting Call: NBA Fans for Basketball Debate Show

Exciting opportunity for die-hard NBA fans to be featured in a basketball debate show! If you have strong opinions on the game, love debating stats, and enjoy talking hoops, this is your chance to be part of an engaging discussion filmed in a professional setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a lively, on-camera debate about NBA topics
• Share passionate and informed opinions on basketball
• Engage in friendly, high-energy discussions

Requirements

• Must be a big NBA fan with knowledge of the game
• Comfortable speaking on camera in a debate-style format
• Must be local to NYC (no travel provided)

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)
• Chance to share your basketball insights with a wider audience
• Work with fellow basketball enthusiasts in a fun, energetic environment

Casting Call for Real Tailors – FX Series Opportunity

A major FX series is seeking skilled tailors with real experience for an upcoming scene. This is a SAG-AFTRA special ability role with competitive pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic tailoring tasks on set
• Work with costume designers and production teams
• Maintain professionalism and accuracy in execution

Requirements

• Must be a professional tailor with real-world experience
• Must be available for the tentative work date
• SAG-AFTRA talent preferred but not required

Compensation

• Special Ability SAG Rate: $226/8 (overtime applies after 8 hours)