Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Jewish Patriots of the American Revolution Casting Call

Job Description
A new historical film project is casting featured extras and background actors for multiple roles portraying Jewish Patriots during the American Revolution. Talent will help bring authentic period scenes to life across several Virginia-area locations. This opportunity is ideal for performers seeking paid extra work, featured extra roles, and background acting jobs in a historically focused production with wardrobe, movement, and on-camera atmosphere support.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historically accurate characters in American Revolution scenes as a featured extra or background actor.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and period-appropriate behavior on set.

• Wear provided wardrobe and maintain continuity across takes and scenes.

• Participate in simple guided actions for scenes (no formal dialogue required).

Requirements

• Must be available to work as a local hire in Virginia filming areas when scheduled.

• Featured extras may work multiple days; background extras typically work one day (some may be requested for additional days).

• Preference for talent with hair that can appear period-appropriate (some may be asked to wear a wig for scenes).

• Featured Extras (Roles Needed):

  • Jewish males, ages 18–60 (preference for longer dark/gray “salt and pepper” hair).

  • Caucasian males, ages 30–50s.

  • Jewish women, 30s and 60s/70s.

  • Jewish wife, 30s (will portray pregnant; must be able to sit on demand).

  • Jewish kids: girls ages 2 and 6; boy age 5.

• Background Extras (Roles Needed):

  • Caucasian female, ages 35–40 (nurse type).

  • Caucasian males, ages 20–70 (multiple roles).

Compensation

• Featured extras: $300 / 10 hours (less any applicable fees).

• Background extras: $225 / 10 hours (less any applicable fees).

• Fitting pay: minimum $50 if needed.

• Travel: talent works as locals; possible one-night hotel for travel over 50 miles (negotiable).

Day Player Role: Club Kid for Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A vertical short film is casting men ages 20–30 for an important day player role. Production is seeking a “frat-boy type with heart”—the kind of guy who steps up when it matters. This role includes physical action (slaps, punches, falls), with a stunt coordinator on set, and requires talent who are comfortable performing staged combat and wearing stage blood makeup. This is a local hire opportunity for San Antonio, TX talent with reliable transportation and flexible availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured day player role in a vertical short film

• Participate in physical action scenes (staged slaps, punches, falls) under stunt supervision

• Follow direction closely for timing, blocking, and safety during action sequences

• Wear stage blood makeup and maintain continuity across takes

Requirements

• Men ages 20–30

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be a San Antonio, TX local hire

• Reliable transportation required

• Must be comfortable with 12-hour shoot days

• Must be comfortable with stage combat and physical scenes (experience is a plus, not required)

• Flexible availability within the production window

Compensation

• $250 / 12-hour day

Featured Background Bachelorettes for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking female featured background talent to portray bachelorettes in an indoor scene. This is a great opportunity for performers looking for featured background work and paid extra roles in the Nashville-area market. Casting is focused on talent who can bring upbeat energy, strong camera presence, and a polished look for a party-style scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured bachelorette in an indoor background scene

• Follow direction from the director and on-set team for movement and continuity

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across takes

• Remain available for an extended filming day if needed

Requirements

• Females ages 23–33

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

• Must be available for a full day commitment (up to 12+ hours)

• Must be 18+

• Provide current photos that clearly show your present look (at least one full-body photo)

• No hats or sunglasses in submitted photos

Compensation

• $100 / 8 hours (equivalent to $12.50/hr)

• 8-hour guarantee, with overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half after 8)

Teen Extras for Paid Student Scene

Job Description
A production is casting male and female teens ages 16–19 for a paid extra opportunity in a non-speaking student scene. This role will film outdoors and is open to all ethnicities. Casting is looking for teens who can bring natural, everyday energy on camera and follow simple on-set direction. This is a local hire opportunity for talent in Chicago and surrounding suburbs/border states (to IL only).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in an outdoor background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes

• Work professionally on set during an extended filming day if needed

Requirements

• Ages 16–19

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be able to work as a local hire to Illinois (Chicago and surrounding areas)

• Must be comfortable filming outdoors

• Submit a current color photo showing your current hairstyle/color

• No beards, no mustaches

• No headshots, no comp cards, no sunglasses, no hats, and no photos cropped with your head/hair cut off

Compensation

• $132.80 / 8 hours

• Overtime: time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Major Brand Shoot Casting: Ages 18–25

Job Description
A major brand is casting male and female talent ages 18–25 for a compensated brand shoot. Production is seeking mixed-ethnicity talent with strong camera presence, natural confidence, and a modern look that fits a commercial lifestyle campaign. This is a great opportunity for performers and creators looking to book paid brand work and build commercial/print-style experience in Philadelphia.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional brand shoot with on-camera and/or photo-style setups

• Follow direction from the creative team to capture specific expressions and lifestyle moments

• Maintain consistency across takes, wardrobe, and scene adjustments

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 18–25

• Male and female talent

• Mixed ethnicity talent encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Philadelphia, PA (or self-report as local)

• Comfortable being photographed and/or filmed in a brand shoot environment

Compensation

• Paid / compensated (rate provided by production)

Real Stories Casting: Curvy Women 35–75 for Skincare Brand Campaign

Job Description
A skincare brand campaign is casting curvy women ages 35–75 to share real-life stories about bold choices that changed their lives for the better. This is a paid, story-driven commercial opportunity focused on authenticity, confidence, and lived experience—ideal for women who feel comfortable speaking about a personal turning point on camera. If you’re looking for paid commercial casting, real people casting, or a brand campaign that celebrates empowering journeys, this opportunity is now accepting submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Share a real, personal story on camera in a documentary-style brand campaign

• Participate in a professional shoot and follow producer direction during interviews

• Bring natural, confident presence and authentic emotion to your on-camera moments

• Work collaboratively with the creative team across the shoot days

Requirements

• Curvy women ages 35–75

• Comfortable sharing a personal story about a bold life choice and positive change

• Comfortable being filmed in a real-people, documentary-style campaign

• Available for a multi-day shoot within the production window

Compensation

• £3,500 per person (paid rate)

Hispanic/Latino Talent for Untitled Soccer Film

Job Description
An upcoming soccer-themed film is casting Hispanic/Latino talent for multiple roles across a wide age range. Production is seeking a variety of looks for featured background and extra work, including families, kids, teens, adults, and seniors. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in paid extra work, background acting, and film casting in the Atlanta market.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in soccer-film scenes as background or featured background

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across takes

• Work professionally with cast and crew during filming

• Maintain a consistent look and performance throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Hispanic/Latino talent, ages 2–100

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA (or self-report as local)

• Roles needed include:

  • Partyers 18+

  • Preteen girls 12–14

  • Young children 8–10

  • Twins 2–3

  • Adults 40–65

  • Grandparents 65–100

Compensation

• Adults: $96 / 8 hours

• Minors: Rate TBD

Real Bartenders for Ice Cream Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A non-union ice cream brand campaign is casting real bartenders (not actors) for a paid commercial shoot. Casting is open to men, women, and non-binary talent ages 30–50, of all ethnicities, with authentic bartending experience and a confident, natural on-camera presence. Talent may be considered for one of two scripted concepts and should be comfortable performing real bartender actions naturally for camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform real bartender actions naturally on camera (pouring, serving, bar setup)

• Follow direction from the commercial team for timing, movement, and continuity

• Deliver a believable, authentic bartender presence in lifestyle-style scenes

• Attend scheduled recall, wardrobe, and shoot commitments as required

Requirements

• Ages 30–50

• Open to all ethnicities

• Open to male, female, and non-binary talent

• Must be a real, experienced bartender

• Must be able to submit a self-tape audition as part of the casting process

• Must be available for required production dates (recall, wardrobe, and shoot)

Compensation

• $3,475 per person

• Buyout included (based on final edit; includes lifts, edits, and versions)

College-Age Talent for Spring Break Pool Party Scene

Job Description
A production is casting college-age talent for a high-energy spring break pool party scene. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers seeking background acting and extra work in the Los Angeles area. Casting is open to union and non-union talent who can bring fun, natural party energy on camera and are comfortable working in swimwear for a lively pool setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a spring break partygoer in an upbeat pool party background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a consistent look and energetic presence throughout filming

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced set environment

Requirements

• Must be college-age

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Los Angeles area (or self-report as local)

• Must be comfortable wearing bikini/swimwear on camera

• No visible tattoos

• Union and non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• Paid (rate provided by production)

Size 14 Models for Bridal/Prom Fashion Show and Photoshoot

Job Description
A fashion brand is casting size 14 models for a 1-day bridal/prom fashion show and a 2-day photoshoot in Fort Myers, Florida. This paid modeling opportunity is ideal for confident runway and print talent who can showcase formalwear with strong presence and professionalism. Production is looking for models whose measurements are close to the requested sizing to ensure proper fit for wardrobe.

Job Responsibilities

• Model bridal/prom formalwear in a live fashion show setting

• Participate in a professional photoshoot for promotional and brand content

• Follow direction from the runway coordinator, photographers, and styling team

• Maintain a polished, reliable, and professional attitude throughout the booking

Requirements

• Models who wear size 14

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Fort Myers, FL (or self-report as local)

• Measurements should be close to:

  • Bust: 43″

  • Waist: 36.5″

  • Hip: 45.5″

• Comfortable with runway and photo posing (experience preferred)

Compensation

• Paid (rate provided by production)