Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Santa Claus Performer

Job Description
A social media campaign is seeking a seasoned Santa Claus performer to bring warmth, charm, and authenticity to a festive promotional shoot. This role is ideal for experienced Santas who embody the classic holiday spirit and can deliver a joyful, family-friendly presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus with energy, personality, and authenticity

• Participate in on-camera scenes for a branded social media campaign

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

• Maintain a friendly, festive demeanor throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 50–70

• Caucasian

• Real beard strongly preferred

• Experience playing Santa is ideal

• Comfortable with perpetual usage of the footage

• Must be able to work locally and travel as needed

Compensation

• $750 plus mileage reimbursement

Latina Stand-Ins – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking two Latina stand-ins for an upcoming shoot. Stand-ins will work closely with the camera and lighting departments to match the physical profile of the principal actors and ensure accurate scene setup. These roles are non-speaking and require strong reliability and professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for lighting, camera blocking, and technical setups

• Match the actor’s height, build, and general appearance

• Maintain continuity and precise positioning across takes

• Follow direction from the production and cinematography teams

• Arrive prepared and ready for a full workday

Requirements

• Latina, ages 20s–40s

• Role 1: Height 5’2”–5’4”, 115–135 lbs, dark hair (curly or straight)

• Role 2: Height 5’6”–5’8”, slim to medium build, dark hair

• Must work as a local hire in the Chicago, IL area

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

Background Bar Patrons & Pedestrians – TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to appear as bar patrons and pedestrians for an upcoming episode filming in Chicago. Talent may also be selected for outdoor scenes requiring jogging, biking, or general pedestrian movement. These are non-speaking roles ideal for reliable performers who can bring natural, everyday energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in interior scenes

• Participate in outdoor scenes as joggers, cyclists, or pedestrians if selected

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe options based on instructions

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–70

• All ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not be booked for a future date on the same series

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Background Participants – Issue Advocacy Project

Job Description
An issue advocacy project is seeking talent to portray individuals attending an event in support of Israel. This project involves simple, natural background action with no speaking lines. Filming will take place in Northern Virginia, and participants should be fully comfortable with the project’s context before applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray attendees preparing to go to an advocacy event

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

• Arrive prepared and on time for the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian men and women

• Ages 20–30

• Must be comfortable with the project’s advocacy message

• Able to work locally in Northern VA

Compensation

• $600 for 10 hours (less agency fees)

• Potential usage: $750 for national media buyout in perpetuity (not guaranteed; drops to $550 for digital-only usage)

Male Runner – Oncology Commercial

Job Description
A Miami-based commercial is seeking an athletic male runner for an upcoming oncology campaign. This role is ideal for real runners or individuals with strong athletic ability who can bring authenticity and energy to on-camera performance. Selected talent will also attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform running scenes with proper form and consistency

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams

• Maintain a strong, athletic on-camera presence

• Attend the required wardrobe fitting before filming

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity

• Ages 25–35

• Athletic build

• Real runners strongly encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work locally in Miami

Compensation

• Session rate: $500

• Usage: $2,500

Minor Background Actors – Indie Feature Film

Job Description
An indie feature film is seeking a small number of minors for an upcoming school scene. This project will be filming in River Forest, Illinois, and is ideal for young performers who enjoy being on set and can follow direction well. Selected talent will take part in a classroom-style scene alongside a professional cast and crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a school scene as background students

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and remain focused on set

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe as instructed

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 7–10

• All ethnicities

• Must already have a valid work permit

• Must be able to work locally in River Forest, IL

• No older or younger ages accepted for this scene

Compensation

• $170 for the day

Prison Extras – Indie Feature Film

Job Description
An indie feature film is seeking adult background actors to portray inmates, a correctional officer, and a guard for upcoming scenes filmed at a historic prison location. This project offers a unique opportunity to be part of an atmospheric and gritty film environment alongside an experienced cast and crew. Scenes will be filmed at Joliet Prison, known for its iconic on-screen history.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray inmates or correctional staff in various prison scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Bring authenticity and professionalism to all background work

• Arrive prepared with any requested wardrobe or appearance guidelines

Requirements

• Adults, all ethnicities

• Must be able to work locally in Joliet, Illinois

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

• Comfortable working in a prison environment

Compensation

• $132.80 for up to 8 hours

Recurring Stand-In – Latina Female

Job Description
A production is seeking a Latina female stand-in for a recurring role on a series filming in Wilmington, NC. This stand-in will work frequently throughout the season, beginning with camera tests and continuing with multiple dates through spring 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for talent seeking consistent stand-in work on a long-term project.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting, camera blocking, and scene setup

• Match the height, look, and physical profile of the actor

• Maintain continuity and follow precise direction from the production team

• Be flexible with early call times and long filming days

• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability across all scheduled dates

Requirements

• Female, Hispanic

• Age: 30s

• Height: 5’4”–5’6”

• Stand-in experience preferred but not required

• Must have open availability during filming dates

• Ability to work locally in Wilmington, NC

Compensation

• $143 for 10 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for all hours beyond 10

Background Secret Club Members – Film/TV Project

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray members of a secretive club in an overnight shoot. This role is ideal for individuals who can bring mystery, intensity, or a distinct presence to on-camera background scenes. Filming will take place in Douglasville, GA, and all talent must work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray secret club members in various atmospheric scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during a long overnight shoot

• Arrive prepared and committed to the wardrobe and look requested

Requirements

• Caucasian men

• Ages 18 and older

• Comfortable working an overnight schedule (approx. 4 PM–3 AM)

• Able to work locally in Douglasville, GA

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

Furniture Commercial Talent – Miami

Job Description
A furniture commercial is seeking local talent in Miami to portray either real families or individual household members. This project is looking for people with a natural, relatable presence who can bring warmth and authenticity to a home-inspired advertising shoot. Filming will take place locally, and the production is booking talent based on photos.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed scenes portraying natural household interactions

• Follow direction from the production team during the shoot

• Maintain a friendly, relaxed on-camera presence

• Arrive prepared and ready for scheduled filming

Requirements

• Caucasian talent, all ages

• Real families or singles welcome

• Must be local to Miami (no travel provided)

• Comfortable appearing on camera

Compensation

• $500 minus 20% per person