Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Car Commercial Casting Daughter Extraterrestrial Child Role

Job Description
A paid car commercial is seeking an adult performer to portray a 10-year-old extraterrestrial daughter in a non-speaking, full head-to-toe creature role. This performance will be created through heavy SFX makeup and facial prosthetics, including a full head prosthetic that may restrict vision and hearing. Casting is looking for petite talent who can commit physically to the character, take direction well, and stay calm and focused while fully transformed on set. This shoot films in a studio setting, and talent must have a Canadian passport and be Canadian talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a childlike extraterrestrial daughter through physical performance (non-speaking)

• Perform comfortably in full SFX makeup, including restrictive prosthetics

• Take direction for movement, timing, and reactions while maintaining character consistency

• Work professionally through makeup sessions, fitting, and filming days

Requirements

• Adult performer to play a 10-year-old child character

• Petite performer preferred, ideally under 4’6″

• Comfortable wearing full head and facial prosthetics and heavy SFX makeup

• Must not be susceptible to claustrophobia (prosthetics may restrict vision/hearing)

• Must hold a Canadian passport (Canadian talent only)

• Prior SFX makeup/prosthetic experience is a plus (share if applicable)

Compensation

• $556 session fee

• Buyout applies (details provided upon selection; final usage/edit dependent)

• Additional paid days may include travel, fitting, and down days (details shared upon booking)

Los Angeles Sports Commercial Casting Multiple Roles

Job Description
A paid sports commercial is casting multiple roles and seeking men and women with a natural, camera-ready presence. This is a great opportunity for commercial talent who can take direction, stay energetic on set, and deliver authentic reactions in a sports-themed production. Filming will take place in Los Angeles, and selected talent may be booked for one or multiple shoot days within the production window. A valid California ID is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a sports commercial in one of several featured roles

• Follow direction for timing, movement, and natural reactions

• Maintain continuity and consistent energy across multiple takes

• Work professionally with cast and crew during a full production day

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–60

• Must have a valid California ID

• Must be able to work in Los Angeles (travel may be provided for select talent outside LA)

• Comfortable on camera in a commercial setting and able to take direction

• Available during the shoot window (booking may be multiple days)

Compensation

• $500 per day

• $1,800 buyout

• +20% if applicable

• Travel may be provided for talent outside Los Angeles (details shared upon selection)

Miami Wellness Commercial Casting Main and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign is hiring main and supporting talent for a Miami wellness-themed shoot featuring beach lifestyle moments, physical activities, and light improv. Casting is looking for authentic, warm, fun performers who feel like real locals, with a mix of model-type looks and strong character performers. Several roles require real athletic ability (beach volleyball, cycling, running, yoga) and natural on-camera presence. Improv skills are a big plus, especially for the lead transformation role. Out-of-town talent must be able to work as a local hire, as travel and lodging are not provided. Talent who previously appeared in a Miami Beach or Miami Tourism campaign will not be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial shoot with natural, lifestyle-driven acting and authentic reactions

• Follow direction while maintaining a friendly, upbeat, wellness-forward vibe

• Improvise moments when needed and stay consistent across multiple takes

• Participate in physical activity scenes depending on role (volleyball, biking, running, yoga, fitness)

• Work professionally on set for up to full shoot days

Requirements

• Ages 20s–late 50s depending on role; all ethnicities encouraged

• Must have a natural, approachable on-camera presence and feel like a real Miami local

• Must be available for up to 2 working days and capable of up to 12 hours/day

• Must not have previously appeared in a Miami Beach or Miami Tourism campaign

• Role-specific requirements:

  • OCP (Male 25–35): strong physical comedy and improv; comfortable shirtless/swimwear; athletic activities; beard/longer hair a plus

  • Smoothie Shop Employee (20s–30s): warm, caring, friendly helper energy

  • Beach Volleyball Players (20s–40s): proficient in beach volleyball

  • Cyclists (20s–40s): proficient riding beach cruiser bikes

  • Runners/Run Club (20s–late 50s): natural runners with healthy, athletic look

  • Yoga Instructor (30s–late 50s): proficient in yoga; calm, centered presence

  • Massage Therapist (25–45): comfortable performing massage on camera; professional wellness vibe

  • Muscle Beach Athletes (25–45): strong, athletic “fit culture” look; believable gym regulars

Compensation

• Main Talent: $600 session + $2,500 usage

• Secondary Talent: $600 session + $1,500 usage

• No travel or accommodations provided (must work as local hire)

Real Salsa Dancers for Feature Film Background Roles

Job Description
A feature film is seeking real salsa dancers to appear in paid background roles for a high-energy dance sequence. This is a great opportunity for trained dancers who can perform authentic salsa on camera, take direction quickly, and keep strong rhythm and continuity through multiple takes. Casting is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent, and performers must be 18+ and local to the NYC/NJ area. A wardrobe fitting will take place prior to filming, and selected dancers should be comfortable working in an interior daytime shoot environment.

Here Comes the Flood is currently in production in New Jersey and features a star-studded lineup led by Denzel Washington, Robert Pattinson, and Daisy Edgar-Jones, with Danai Gurira and Sean Harris also among the announced cast. The film is directed by Academy Award nominee Fernando Meirelles and written by Simon Kinberg. The story is an unconventional heist thriller centered on a bank guard, a teller, and a master thief locked in a deadly game of cons and double-crosses.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform real salsa dancing on camera in a featured background environment

• Follow direction for choreography beats, spacing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain energy and performance consistency during repeated filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and keep sizing/measurements consistent for costuming

Requirements

• Must be a real salsa dancer with experience/training

• Ages 18+

• Must be local to the NYC/NJ area

• SAG-AFTRA members in good standing or non-union talent welcome

• Comfortable with a professional film set and taking direction quickly

• Must be available for a fitting and the shoot window (details provided upon selection)

• If you have previously worked this production, you may not be eligible

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Fitting pay: 1/4 check fitting rate

• Paid background role (additional details shared upon booking

Atlanta Independent Film Background Actors Church Praise Scene

Job Description
An independent film is casting paid background actors to create an energetic, authentic church fellowship atmosphere for a powerful praise and worship scene. The production is looking for Latino and Hispanic talent to help bring warm, joyful, real-church vibes on camera—singing, clapping, and moving naturally as part of the congregation. No acting experience is required, just great energy and the ability to follow direction. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA, and talent must have flexible availability across the production shoot window (including a possible additional day).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church congregation member in a lively praise and worship sequence

• Participate naturally by singing, clapping, and reacting with positive energy

• Follow background direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a respectful, professional presence on set

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Latino and Hispanic talent encouraged to apply

• Families and friend groups welcome

• Comfortable with light movement (clapping, singing, dancing) in a church-style setting

• Must be available for filming in Atlanta, GA, with flexibility for a potential second shoot day

Compensation

• $100 for an 8-hour day

• Paid background role (non-speaking)

Tech Photoshoot Casting Real People to Portray Computer and IT Professionals

Job Description
A paid tech photoshoot is seeking everyday people to portray computer technicians and IT professionals for a professional image library shoot. This is a great opportunity for new talent—no modeling or acting experience is required. The production is looking for a diverse mix of men and women with all body types and abilities, ages 35–65, who can look natural and confident on camera in a workplace setting. If you have real experience working with computers or in IT, that’s a big plus.

Filming will take place near Houston, Texas, and selected talent will work one shoot day during the scheduled production window. Some roles may be eligible for additional pay if final images are used.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tech employee (computer technician/IT professional) in a staged workplace environment

• Take simple direction for natural posing, expressions, and realistic on-the-job actions

• Arrive prepared and professional for a full-day photoshoot

• Work comfortably with a crew in a studio/location shoot setting

Requirements

• Ages 35–65

• Open to all genders, ethnicities, body types, and abilities

• Must be a local hire in the Houston, TX area (no travel provided)

• Comfortable being photographed for a commercial image library

• Not required to be a professional actor or model

• Bonus: real experience in computers, IT, or technical work

Compensation

• $500 for the shoot day

• Additional $500 if photos are used (potential total $1,000)

• One-day booking within the shoot window (exact day provided upon selection)

Nashville Photo Double Casting for Blonde Female 53–56

Job Description
A scripted television production is seeking a non-union photo double to match a featured actor for an upcoming shoot. This is a paid on-set opportunity for a white blonde female, ages 53–56, with a thin physique and a very similar haircut, hair color, complexion, and overall look. This role is specifically a photo double (not a stand-in), so a close match is essential. Filming will take place in the Franklin/Nashville, Tennessee area and is for local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double to closely match the lead actor for specific shots

• Maintain continuity with hairstyle, hair color, and overall appearance

• Follow direction from the crew for positioning, lighting, and on-set blocking

• Remain available and ready while on hold and during active filming

Requirements

• White blonde female, ages 53–56

• Thin physique

• Must closely match the actor’s haircut, hair color, complexion, and overall look

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Franklin/Nashville, TN area

• Must be comfortable with potentially long set days and being on hold

• Must provide current photos that clearly show your current hairstyle

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee; time-and-a-half after 12)

• Non-union paid photo double role

News Crew Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting paid background actors to portray realistic news crew roles that will reappear throughout the production. Casting is seeking men and women to play producers, reporters, cameramen, photographers, and boom operators. This is a great fit for talent who can look professional on camera, take direction quickly, and bring believable “working press” energy to scene work. Experience in real news, media, or production is a plus, but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray news crew positions on camera, including producer, reporter, camera operator, photographer, or boom operator

• Follow background direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during takes

• Use realistic on-set business (holding gear, reacting to action, moving with purpose)

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance and attitude throughout the day

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20+

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Available to work one or more filming days (dates provided upon selection)

• Comfortable portraying working professionals in a fast-paced environment

• On-set or real-world news/media experience is a bonus

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

Sports Commercial Casting Real Chef Hispanic Male 50+

Job Description
A paid sports commercial is seeking a real chef to appear on camera in a professional production. This role is looking for a Hispanic male, age 50+, who is fully bilingual and fluent in Spanish. Talent should be comfortable speaking on camera with any accent and bringing an authentic, confident presence that feels real—not overly “actor.” Filming will take place over multiple days within the shoot window, and applicants must be based in Los Angeles or Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real chef in a sports commercial

• Speak naturally and confidently in Spanish (bilingual performance)

• Follow direction from the director and production team for timing and delivery

• Maintain a professional, set-ready attitude throughout shoot days

Requirements

• Hispanic male, 50+

• Must be a real chef

• Bilingual with fluent Spanish (any accent welcome)

• Must be located in Los Angeles or Texas

• Available during the shoot window (exact schedule provided upon selection)

Compensation

• $500 per day

• $1,800 buyout

• +20% if applicable

Featured Minor Role Young Boy for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting a featured minor role for a young boy who closely matches a specific look. This is a great opportunity for child talent to gain professional on-set experience in a studio feature environment. The role is looking for a natural, camera-friendly presence and the ability to follow direction with support from a parent or guardian. Filming will take place in Atlanta, and local talent is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a featured scene for a feature film

• Follow simple direction from the director and crew

• Work calmly and professionally on set with parent/guardian support

• Maintain continuity for hair and wardrobe as needed

Requirements

• Male child talent, 8–12 years old

• Caucasian/European/Mediterranean appearance

• Dark hair

• Approximately 4’7″–4’10”

• Shoe size 4

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

• Parent/guardian must be available for all production communications and on-set supervision

• Must be open to a light hair trim if needed for continuity

Compensation

• Paid featured minor role (rate shared upon selection)