Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call for Hulu TV Pilot

Job Description
A 20th Television / Hulu TV pilot is seeking talented actors local to Syracuse, NY. This virtual open casting call is for a role requiring an actor aged 18 or older to convincingly portray a 16-year-old character. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting new television project with a major network.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 16-year-old character with authenticity and believability

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and crew to bring the character to life

• Follow creative direction and adapt to on-set needs

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years old but able to play 16

• Local to Syracuse, NY

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Provide a photo, contact information, and resume/reel if available

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

Actors for Speaking Roles in Upcoming Drama

Job Description
A new scripted project is casting for three speaking roles in a powerful family and coming-of-age story. The production will film over multiple days and seeks local talent to portray emotionally grounded and dynamic characters. This project explores themes of family tension, youthful rebellion, and personal transformation, requiring actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to their performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dialogue as a principal cast member

• Participate in up to 5–12 filming days depending on the role

• Embody your character with a strong sense of realism and emotional nuance

• Work professionally with the cast and crew across scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Haley: African American girl, 4–6 years old, plays the younger sister of the lead character. Must be available for approximately 10 filming days.

• Bonny: Female, age 18 but should look younger; open to all ethnicities including mixed race. A school bully-type with a menacing edge. Must be available for around 12 filming days. (May consider talent aged 15–17 if appearance fits.)

• Evelyn: African American woman in her 30s to play the no-nonsense religious aunt of the lead. Tough, direct, and emotionally opposite of the lead’s mother. Must be available for approximately 5 filming days.

Compensation

• SAG Scale: $810/day

• Must be local to Syracuse, NY (no travel or housing provided)

Photo Double and Child Actor Roles for True Crime Series

Job Description
Casting talent for a true crime documentary filming in Syracuse. Production is seeking a photo double for the lead role as well as multiple child actors for various supporting roles. These roles require authentic portrayals and availability during August and September. The project includes both speaking and non-speaking parts and offers a great opportunity for emerging and young performers to work on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a photo double for a lead character

• Participate in speaking or non-speaking scenes as directed

• Follow on-set instructions with professionalism

• Collaborate with crew and other cast members

• Maintain availability for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• African American Male, 20s, around 5’7”, to serve as a photo double (3 days of work)

• African American Boys, ages 5–7, to play younger versions of lead (non-speaking, 1 day of work)

• African American Girl, ages 4–6, outgoing, with speaking lines and 10 days of filming availability in August

• All child talent must have parental or guardian supervision and be available before the school year begins

Compensation

• Paid roles; specific rates not disclosed

• Photo double: 3 workdays

• Child roles: 1–10 days, depending on the role