Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A production is seeking skilled dancers with experience in contemporary and hip-hop styles for an upcoming shoot in NYC. This is an exciting opportunity to perform on camera and work with a creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform contemporary and hip-hop choreography during the shoot

• Collaborate with the director and choreographer to bring the vision to life

• Maintain energy, precision, and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Experienced dancers based in NYC

• Must be available during the week of September 22

• Comfortable performing in front of the camera

• Include your Instagram handle when submitting

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call for Young Ballet and Gymnastics Performers

Job Description
A major international client is seeking 5–6 talented young girls with professional ballet or rhythmic gymnastics training to participate in an exciting project. Existing groups or teams are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed ballet or rhythmic gymnastics routines on camera

• Work collaboratively with other performers and follow direction

• Be available for the full shoot schedule during the last week of September

Requirements

• Girls with a height between 100 cm and 115 cm

• Professional training in ballet or rhythmic gymnastics required

• Preferably an existing group or team

• Submit recent photos, a short dance video, age, height, and clothing sizes

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (details provided upon booking)

ACTRA Casting Call for Wealthy Donor Roles in “Vladimir”

Job Description
The production Vladimir is seeking ACTRA members to portray upscale business types and wealthy philanthropists at a fundraiser event. This is an interior shoot and a great opportunity for performers who can bring sophistication and authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high-society donors and philanthropists at a formal fundraiser

• Follow direction from the production team to create a realistic upscale event atmosphere

• Be available for the full day of filming

Requirements

• ACTRA members only

• Ages 40+

• New faces preferred (those who have not recently worked on this production)

Compensation

• Paid ACTRA background rate

Background Casting Call for Parents and Teens at Sparrow Lake

Job Description
A production filming near Sparrow Lake, Orillia, is seeking non-union and AABP talent to portray parents and teens in an upcoming shoot. Transportation (shuttle) is available for those who need it.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray camper parents and teens in outdoor camp scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Be available for the scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Adults ages 30–40 (camper parents)

• New parents ages 30–40 and new teens ages 12–15

Compensation

• Paid background work (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call for Christmas Party and Bar Scene Video Shoot

Job Description
An online mall marketing company is seeking background talent for two upcoming video shoots in Chicagoland, Oak Park, and Wheaton, Illinois. These scenes will feature festive holiday moments and upscale lounge settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray party guests in a Christmas celebration scene

• Act as patrons in an upscale restaurant/bar/lounge environment

• Follow on-set direction and stay available for the full duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Christmas Party Scene:

  • Ages 18+, looking for 18–20-year-olds who can play younger

  • Caucasian, Hispanic, or Mixed

  • Must be available on Tuesday, September 23 in Oak Park, IL

• Bar/Lounge Scene:

  • Ages 25–40, open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Must be available on Wednesday, September 24 in Wheaton, IL

Compensation

• $175 for up to 10 hours

• Usage: 3 years, all media (no broadcast)

Background Casting Call for 911 Nashville – Male Parents

Job Description
The hit series 911 Nashville is seeking male background actors to portray parents in a NICU scene. This is a great opportunity for local talent to be part of a major television production filming in Franklin, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background parent in NICU hospital scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to create a realistic environment

• Be prepared to remain on set for up to 12+ hours if needed

Requirements

• Males, ages 27–40

• Local to Franklin, TN (no travel provided)

• New faces preferred

• Must be available for the entire day regardless of exact call time

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hr) + overtime after 8 hours

• 8-hour guarantee, with time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

Background Casting Call for Festival Scene in Milton

Job Description
A production is seeking background talent for an overnight exterior shoot portraying festival goers. This is a non-union and AABP-only opportunity, perfect for those looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a festival goer in exterior overnight scenes

• Follow on-set direction to help create a realistic festival environment

• Remain available for the entire duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP talent only

• Ages 20–69, all ethnicities welcome

• Must be available to work on September 19th in Milton

• Must have reliable transportation (limited shuttles provided, self-drivers preferred)

Compensation

• Paid background work (rate disclosed upon booking)

Child Actor Casting Call for “Thanksgiving with Mom and Dad”

Job Description
A vertical soap opera/web series is casting a talented child actor for the role of Esme Carter, the emotional heart of this heartfelt family story. Filming will take place in Charlottetown, PEI, and surrounding areas, with full travel accommodations provided for the child and one guardian.

Storyline
Ten years ago, a wealthy crime boss faked his grandchild’s death and drove the child’s father into hiding. A Thanksgiving accident reunites the mother, child, and ex, forcing them to face the truth and decide whether to remain broken or rebuild as a family.

Role – Esme Carter

• Age: 9 (child who looks 9–10, not older)

• Personality: Bright, kind, and a little stubborn — longing for one Thanksgiving with both parents

• Performance: Honest and natural, with no “stagey” precociousness

• Involves light physical action and activity

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Esme with warmth and emotional authenticity

• Participate in 7–8 workdays on set, plus 1 prep/fitting day, 2 travel days, and 1–2 hold days

• Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew

Requirements

• Child actor, age 9–10, any ethnicity

• Natural warmth, expressive eyes, strong listening skills

• Comfortable taking direction and performing light physical action

• Guardian required on set at all times

Compensation

• $500 CAD per day

• +15% agency fee (if applicable)

• Travel, accommodations, and ground transport provided for child and guardian

• Per diem: $45/day

• Hold and travel days paid at ½ daily rate

True Crime Recreation Casting Call for Kay Role

Job Description
A Knoxville-based true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Kay in an upcoming episode. This is a non-union project with no scripted audio, focusing on realistic reenactments to bring true crime stories to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Kay authentically based on reference images

• Perform physical actions such as walking, sitting, standing for long periods, and squatting

• Work with a stunt coordinator for scenes involving staged violence

• Appear comfortable in scenes with an implied same-sex relationship (no intimacy or kissing involved)

Requirements

• Female, 50s to early 60s

• Must be 5’8” (within 1–2 inches) and closely match the reference look

• Hair cut and color must be close to the provided image

• Must be comfortable with dogs

• Able to handle light physical requirements on set

Compensation

• $200 per day

Seeking Pregnant Woman for Paid Shoot

Job Description
A production is looking for a pregnant woman to participate in a paid shoot. This is a great opportunity for someone currently in their third trimester who is comfortable being photographed or filmed in a professional setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a scheduled shoot, following direction from the production team

• Be comfortable on camera for stills or video as required

Requirements

• Pregnant woman, ages 22–30

• 28–35 weeks pregnant at the time of the shoot

• Must provide recent photos, including at least one profile image

• Must share name, age, and number of weeks pregnant when submitting

Compensation

• $2,600 for the project