Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

An independent feature film production is seeking principal and background actors for the upcoming dark comedy film I Do Not Wish to Perform. Produced by a husband-and-wife filmmaking team, the project explores themes of grief, work, and depression through a character-driven narrative.

Casting directors are currently seeking SAG-AFTRA and non-union actors for multiple speaking and background roles. Filming will take place in the Pittsburgh area over a one-to-two-week production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature-length dark comedy film
• Participate in rehearsals and on-set filming as scheduled
• Collaborate professionally with directors and cast members
• Follow production schedules and on-set instructions
• Background actors will portray theater patrons and office workers

Requirements

Principal Roles Needed

• Performer – Caucasian male, ages 30–40
• Sasha (The Roommate) – Female, ages 25–35
• Coworker 1 – Female, age 30+, preferably ages 40–50
• Coworker 2 – Any gender/race, ages 20s–30s
• Coworker 4 – Any gender/race, ages 20s–30s
• Church Goer – Any age, gender, or race
• Boss – Male, any race, age 35+
• Better Off Friend 1 – Male, any race, ages 25–40
• Better Off Friend 2 – Male, any race, ages 25–40

Additional Requirements

• Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent
• Must have reliable transportation to filming locations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Submit a recent photo along with audition inquiry
• Indicate SAG-AFTRA status in submission email if applicable

Compensation Details

• Day rates are negotiable
• Lunch will be provided on shoot days

Family Lifestyle Photo Shoot Casting Call

Job Description
A lifestyle photo shoot production is seeking fun, energetic families for an upcoming resort campaign in the Pocono Mountains. This family casting call is looking for real families with children ages 4–11 to participate in outdoor lifestyle photography capturing authentic vacation moments. Talent will help showcase family-friendly resort experiences, social spaces, and elevated summer activities in a relaxed and upbeat environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a family lifestyle photo shoot at a resort location
• Appear in outdoor scenes featuring vacation-style activities and social moments
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams during filming and photography
• Help create natural, warm, and authentic family interactions on camera
• Attend wardrobe prep, fittings, and scheduled shoot days as required

Requirements

• Seeking real families with 4 or more family members preferred
• Children should be between the ages of 4 and 11
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera for lifestyle photography
• Energetic, expressive, and outgoing personalities encouraged
• Ability to participate in outdoor summer-themed scenes
• Must be available for the scheduled resort stay and shoot dates

Compensation

• Complimentary resort lodging included during the shoot stay
• Resort accommodations based on family size
• Compensation package valued at approximately $1,500+
• Includes multiple resort attraction passes
• Breakfast and lunch vouchers provided
• Includes a future one-night resort stay voucher
• Networking and exposure opportunities within lifestyle and commercial productions

Job Description

BuddyPeople Productions is now casting principal and background actors for the upcoming dark comedy feature film I Do Not Wish to Perform. Filming will take place in the Pittsburgh area for a story exploring themes of grief, work, and depression.

The production is seeking both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent for a variety of speaking and background roles. This project is ideal for actors interested in emotionally grounded performances within an independent feature film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature film production
• Attend scheduled filming days and rehearsals if required
• Collaborate with directors and cast members on set
• Deliver authentic and emotionally driven performances
• Follow production schedules and on-set direction

Requirements

Casting the following roles:

• Performer — Caucasian male, ages 30–40
• Sasha (The Roommate) — Female, ages 25–35
• Coworker 1 — Female, ages 30+, preferably 40–50
• Coworker 2 — Any gender/race, ages 20s–30s
• Coworker 4 — Any gender/race, ages 20s–30s
• Church Goer — Any age, gender, or race
• Boss — Male, any race, ages 35+
• Better Off Friend 1 — Male, any race, ages 25–40
• Better Off Friend 2 — Male, any race, ages 25–40

Additional casting:

• Adult background actors to portray theater patrons and office workers

Submission Requirements:

• Recent photo/headshot
• Include desired role in the email subject line
• Indicate SAG-AFTRA union status if applicable

Additional Requirements:

• Must have reliable transportation to filming locations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation Details

• Day rates negotiable
• Lunch provided on shoot days
• Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union actors

Job Description

Casting directors are seeking talent for a paid female supporting role in the upcoming non-union short film Pouring From An Empty Glass. The production is looking to cast the role of Adrianna, a supporting female character for an independent film project shooting in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

This opportunity is ideal for actresses seeking experience in dramatic short film productions and collaborative independent filmmaking environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character “Adrianna” in the short film
• Participate in scheduled filming sessions
• Collaborate with the director and production team during shooting
• Deliver emotionally authentic on-camera performances
• Attend rehearsals or production meetings as needed

Requirements

• Female actors ages 21–40
• Comfortable working on a non-union short film production
• Strong acting and on-camera performance skills preferred
• Must be available for filming dates scheduled in June
• Applicants should contact production directly for submission details

Compensation Details

• Paid acting role
• Non-union production
• Additional compensation details provided upon contact

African American Male Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking African American male background actors to portray “Bunny Soldiers” in an important featured crew role for upcoming scenes. Casting directors are looking for strong on-camera presence and reliable performers who can commit to full-day filming availability. This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent who have not yet worked on the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured crew members in television scenes
• Follow direction from the production and continuity teams
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
• Be available for a full day of shooting as scheduled

Requirements

• African American/Black male talent
• Ages 20s–50s
• Must not have previously worked on the production
• Full-day availability required
• Reliable and punctual for filming call times
• Must have current photos for submission

Compensation

• Rate: $250 for 12 hours
• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Featured continuity role within the production

Production Assistant Job for Film Shoot

Job Description
A film production shooting in downtown Philadelphia is now hiring two Production Assistants for a paid one-day shoot. Production is seeking reliable and hardworking crew members who can support on-set operations and help ensure a smooth filming experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with general production tasks during filming
• Support the crew and production team on set
• Help maintain organization and efficiency throughout the shoot
• Follow instructions from producers and department heads
• Arrive on time and remain professional during the entire shift

Requirements

• Must be reliable and dependable
• Reliable transportation required
• Comfortable working on a film set for extended hours
• Strong communication and teamwork skills preferred
• Must be available for the full production shift in Philadelphia
• Prior production assistant experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $75 paid opportunity
• One-location shoot for easier transportation logistics
• Professional on-set film production experience
• Opportunity to gain production crew experience and industry connections

Professional Actress Casting Call for Corporate Education Video Series

Job Description
A nonunion corporate education video series is now casting professional actresses for a script-heavy production filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Casting directors are seeking experienced women ages 30–40 who can deliver polished and engaging performances for educational and corporate-focused content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a corporate education video series
• Deliver professional and engaging on-camera performances
• Follow direction from producers and directors during filming
• Participate in corporate-style production shoots
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout filming

Requirements

• Professional actresses ages 30–40
• Strong memorization and script delivery skills required
• Comfortable working in script-heavy productions
• Must be local to Philadelphia or willing to work as a local hire
• Prior on-camera acting experience preferred
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

• Paid nonunion acting opportunity
• Professional corporate video production experience
• Filming scheduled for the last week of May
• Opportunity to work on an educational video series

Professional Actor Casting Call for Corporate Education Video Series

Job Description
A nonunion corporate education video series is now casting professional actors for a script-heavy production filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Casting directors are seeking experienced male and female performers ages 40–55 who can deliver polished, professional performances for educational and corporate-focused content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a corporate education video series
• Deliver clear and engaging on-camera performances
• Follow direction from producers and directors during filming
• Participate in professional corporate-style production shoots
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production

Requirements

• Professional actors ages 40–55
• Strong memorization and script delivery skills required
• Comfortable performing in script-heavy productions
• Must be local to Philadelphia or willing to work as a local hire
• Prior on-camera acting experience preferred
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

• Paid nonunion acting opportunity
• Professional corporate video production experience
• Filming scheduled for the last week of May
• Opportunity to work on an educational video series

Job Description

A corporate interview-style production shooting in Chambersburg is now seeking experienced local crew members for a one-day shoot. Producers are looking to hire reliable professionals who can help execute a polished corporate production with clean visuals, lighting, sound, and media management.

The production is currently sourcing crew in preparation for final approval and is seeking candidates who can work efficiently in a fast-paced on-set environment.

Job Responsibilities

Open crew positions include:

• B-Cam Operator
  • Capture clean corporate interview coverage
  • Work alongside the A-camera team
• Gaffer
  • Assist with simple, polished interview lighting setups
  • Coordinate lighting equipment and setup needs
• Grip
  • Support lighting and production setup
  • Assist crew movement and equipment handling
• Sound Mixer
  • Capture clean interview audio
  • Provide lavaliers, boom, and mixer/recorder setup
• DIT / Media Manager
  • Handle media offload, verification, and organization throughout production
• Production Assistant (PA)
  • Provide general set support
  • Help maintain efficient production flow

Requirements

• Must be local to the Chambersburg area
• Production cannot provide lodging or transportation
• Prior corporate production experience preferred
• Must be able to work efficiently in a professional set environment
• Applicants should submit:
  • Desired role
  • Rate information
  • Relevant gear details (if applicable)
  • Portfolio or relevant work samples

Compensation Details

• B-Cam Operator: $550
• Gaffer: $600
• Grip: $600
• Sound Mixer: $650 labor + $350 kit fee
• DIT / Media Manager: $500
• Production Assistant: $250

Job Description

A film production shooting in Doylestown is currently seeking a local Hair and Makeup Artist (HMUA) to join the production team. Producers are looking for experienced and reliable HMUA professionals available to work during the scheduled filming dates.

This is a paid opportunity for makeup and hair professionals interested in supporting an on-set production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide hair and makeup services for cast members during filming
• Maintain continuity of looks throughout production
• Prepare talent for camera-ready appearances
• Collaborate with the production team to meet creative needs
• Supply personal makeup and hairstyling kit for production use

Requirements

• Must be a local HMUA in or near Doylestown
• Previous on-set or production experience preferred
• Must provide own professional hair and makeup kit
• Reliable transportation and availability during filming dates required
• Strong communication and organizational skills preferred

Compensation Details

• $250/12-hour rate
• Additional kit fee provided