Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Lead Role – Male

Job Description
A non-union production is casting a male lead for a narrative-driven instructional film. This role centers on a complex character in the process of rebuilding his life after difficult past choices. The character is quiet, guarded, and principled, navigating his own sense of right and wrong while learning to reconnect with others. This is a strong dramatic acting opportunity requiring emotional depth, subtlety, and a natural on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a layered lead character with emotional honesty and depth

• Convey a wide emotional range, including grief, guilt, anger, sadness, warmth, and hope

• Deliver a grounded, natural performance that feels authentic and believable

• Work closely with the production team during rehearsals and filming days

Requirements

• Male actors, age range 28–34

• Caucasian appearance

• Blonde hair

• No visible tattoos on the upper torso

• Strong screen presence with the ability to handle dramatic material

• Must be available for multiple filming and rehearsal days

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $500 per filming day

• $250 per rehearsal day

• Gas mileage reimbursement for studio travel

• Travel and accommodations provided for out-of-state talent if cast

Lead Role – Female

Job Description
A non-union production is casting a confident female lead for an in-house instructional film. This role calls for a strong actress with a calm, grounded presence who embodies clarity, kindness, and purpose. The character remains composed under pressure, leads with intention, and approaches every situation with focus and emotional control. This is a paid acting opportunity suited for professionals seeking principal roles in narrative-driven instructional content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character with confidence, composure, and emotional consistency

• Deliver dialogue and actions with precision, professionalism, and clarity

• Maintain a calm, positive presence throughout rehearsals and filming

• Collaborate effectively with the production team during scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Female actors, age range 30–35

• Caucasian appearance

• Blonde or fair hair coloring

• Strong acting ability with a grounded, composed performance style

• Must be available for several days of filming and rehearsal

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $500 per filming day

• $250 per rehearsal day

• Gas mileage reimbursement for studio travel

• Travel and accommodations provided for out-of-state talent if cast

Authentic Families for Orlando Theme Park Commercial (Pre-K Campaign)

Job Description
A major theme park commercial is casting authentic families for a paid campaign filming in Orlando, Florida. This project focuses on real family moments and is centered around pre-K kids ages 3–5, so all roles must include a child in that age range. Families based in Florida, Georgia, or Alabama are encouraged to apply. Travel support is limited and may be available for select families coming from Georgia or Alabama.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in lifestyle commercial scenes
• Participate in candid, joyful moments while following light direction
• Be available for scheduled callbacks, fittings, and shoot dates in Orlando
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout production days

Requirements

• Must be an authentic family (all backgrounds welcome)
• Must be based in Florida, Georgia, or Alabama
• All roles must include a child ages 3–5
• Do not apply if you have been in a previous Disney ad
• Family types needed (choose what fits you):
  • First-Time Parents: Parents traveling with their first and only child (one child only, ages 3–5)
  • First-Time Theme Park Visit Family: A true first-time visit family that includes a child ages 3–5 (may include additional kids)
  • Family With Older Sibling + Pre-K Child: Two children—older child ages 6–12 and younger child ages 3–5
  • Multi-Generational Family: Parents with 1–2 grandparents and 1–2 children, including a child ages 3–5

Compensation

• $2,500 per person (minus 20% fee, if applicable)
• Travel support available only for families traveling to Florida from Georgia or Alabama, including lodging and per diem (mileage or airfare discussed based on location)
• Anyone outside that travel support area would self-report

Hospital Types (Paid Background Extras)

Job Description
A network television production is casting paid, non-speaking background extras to portray hospital types for an upcoming episode filming in the Chicago area. This opportunity is open to men and women of all ethnicities with a realistic, everyday look. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois, and must not already be visible scheduled for this special episode. If you’re reliable, camera-ready, and available to work on set, this is a great background acting job.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital types in non-speaking background scenes

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time, remain set-ready, and stay available for the full workday

• Provide accurate wardrobe sizes to support costume department needs

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–70s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois

• Must not be booked/scheduled for this special episode

• Must be able to provide a current color photo and complete sizing details

• If you’ve worked on the series before, be able to share when you last worked

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role (rate shared upon selection)

Job Description

A production is seeking two (2) on-camera participants to appear in a live stream alongside a popular content creator. Talent should be comfortable being filmed live, engaging naturally on camera, and taking simple direction during the stream. This is a paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a live-stream session with a popular content creator.

• Engage naturally on camera (conversation, reactions, light interaction as directed).

• Follow producer/creator direction in real time during the live broadcast.

• Arrive on time and be camera-ready for a short, scheduled appearance.

Requirements

• Seeking Caucasian, Asian, or Hispanic talent (2 people total).

• Must be comfortable appearing on a live stream and being recorded.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions on set.

• Must be available to work locally in Atlanta (in-person).

Compensation
Paid opportunity (rate/details provided upon selection).

Party Goers / Line Dancers (Background)

Job Description
A non-union production is casting background talent to portray party goers and line dancers for a fun, high-energy scene filming in Central Atlanta. This opportunity is open to men and women of all ethnicities who love to move, bring great vibes, and can help create an authentic party atmosphere on camera. If you’re comfortable dancing in a group and keeping the energy up between takes, this is a great paid background job.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a party guest in a lively scene and help create a natural party environment

• Participate in line dancing and follow basic movement direction as needed

• Take direction from the assistant director and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time, stay set-ready, and be available for the full filming day

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–45

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable line dancing or willing to learn simple steps

• Must be able to work in Central Atlanta as a local hire

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $121 for up to 10 hours (non-union rate)

• Filming over two work dates (availability required for scheduled days)

Real Mothers and Newborn Babies for Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting real mothers and their babies for an upcoming shoot in Austin, Texas. This project is looking for authentic parent-and-baby pairs with a warm, natural presence on camera. Mothers of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply, and babies should be newborn to 6 months old. Both mother and baby are paid separately, making this a great commercial opportunity for families who are comfortable working in a professional production setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real mother with your baby in a commercial setting

• Follow simple direction from the production team during filming and fitting

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a professional set environment

• Ensure baby is comfortable and cared for throughout the session

Requirements

• Real mothers, all ethnicities, ages 25–45

• Babies, all ethnicities, newborn to 6 months

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

• Must be available for a fitting and shoot day as scheduled

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed in a commercial production

Compensation

• $1,500 per individual (session + usage)

• $75 fitting fee per individual

• Mother and baby are paid separately (not a combined rate)

Background Talent: Bible Study Friends

Job Description
A non-union television production is casting background talent for an upcoming scene filming in Nashville, TN. The production is seeking fit female talent to portray friends attending a bible study, with an upscale, polished, and sophisticated look. This is a great opportunity for local Nashville-area actors and background performers who are dependable, camera-ready, and available to commit to a full on-set workday.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bible study attendee in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time, remain set-ready, and stay available for the full work window

• Maintain a polished, upscale appearance suitable for the scene

Requirements

• Fit females, ages 30–45

• Must have an upscale, sophisticated look

• Local hires only (must be able to work in Nashville, TN)

• Non-union background talent

• Must be available regardless of call time and able to stay on set up to 12+ hours if needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (approx. $12.50/hr)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Must be able to commit to a potential 12+ hour day

Firefighter Extras and Work Marshals

Job Description
A network television production is casting background talent for firefighter-related scenes in the Chicago suburbs. The production is looking for clean-cut, professional-looking extras to portray firefighters and work marshals. This is a great opportunity for dependable talent who can follow direction, move efficiently on set, and handle light physical action, including carrying weighted “dummy body” props down a flight of stairs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters or work marshals in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Perform light physical action, including carrying weighted prop dummies as directed

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready for wardrobe fitting and filming

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities, ages 20–60

• Male talent: clean-shaven with short hair

• Female talent: no long fingernails and no fake eyelashes

• Must be able to carry weighted “dummy body” props safely

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby bordering states (Illinois-area locals only)

• Available for both wardrobe fitting and filming days as scheduled

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate shared upon selection)

Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A major scripted television series is now casting non-speaking background actors for upcoming scenes. Talent should be dependable, camera-ready, and available for full-day or full-day/night work windows, as call times may begin in the morning and run late. Roles include fashion-forward background and tourist types, perfect for performers looking to build set experience on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background characters in scripted scenes
• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across takes
• Arrive on time, set-ready, and remain available for the full work window
• For select roles, work comfortably in active environments (including being on a moving boat)

Requirements

• Non-speaking background talent
• Must have full-day and/or full-day/night availability as needed
• Must be comfortable working in Brooklyn, NY for select roles
• Must be comfortable being on a moving boat for select roles (ferry/tourist scenes)
• Fashion-forward look encouraged for fashionista-type background roles

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours (non-negotiable)
• Non-union: $181.50 for up to 10 hours (non-negotiable)