Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

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)

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)

Latino and Latino-Mixed Families for Sports Brand Commercial

Job Description
A sports brand commercial is casting real Latino and Latino-mixed families for a paid, non-union social media campaign. Production is looking for warm, authentic families with kids to appear in natural lifestyle scenes connected to a sports-forward environment. Families with children who have soccer experience are encouraged to apply, but all real families who fit the casting are welcome. This is a great opportunity for families seeking paid commercial casting and real people acting work in Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in commercial lifestyle scenes

• Follow direction from the production team for simple actions and continuity

• Interact naturally as a family during filming (sports and everyday moments)

• Maintain a positive, professional presence on set

Requirements

• Real Latino or Latino-mixed/blended Latino families

• Kids ages 5–15

• Parents ages 30–45

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

• Soccer experience is a plus (especially for kids), but not required

Compensation

• $250/day per family member

Black and Hispanic Couples for Shoe Retailer Campaign

Job Description
A shoe retailer campaign is casting Black and Hispanic couples for a paid commercial shoot in the NYC area. Production is seeking real couples with natural chemistry and strong on-camera connection for lifestyle-focused scenes created for web, social, and in-store use. This is a great opportunity for talent looking for paid commercial casting, couples casting, and brand campaign work in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a couple in lifestyle-style campaign scenes

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

• Provide natural reactions and authentic chemistry on camera

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across takes

Requirements

• Black and Hispanic couples

• LGBTQ+ couple needed as well (Black or Hispanic)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the NYC area

• Must be able to fit one of the required shoe sizes:

  • Men’s: 10.5 or 11.5

  • Women’s: 7 or 8

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed with your partner for a brand campaign

Compensation

• $600 / 10 hours

• Usage: 6 months (worldwide web, in-store, and social)

Hostesses and Brand Ambassadors for Event Activation

Job Description
A paid event activation is casting female hostesses for a compensated on-camera or event-based opportunity in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Production is seeking confident, polished talent who can represent a brand professionally, engage with guests, and maintain a presentable look throughout the event. This is a great fit for performers and models looking for paid promotional work, event staffing gigs, and brand ambassador jobs in Fort Lauderdale.

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist guests with a friendly, confident attitude

• Represent the brand professionally and follow event team direction

• Maintain a polished appearance and consistent energy throughout the shift

• Support event flow as needed (check-ins, guest guidance, light assistance)

Requirements

• Hostesses: Female talent with a confident, polished presence (all types welcome)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Must provide your own transportation (transportation not provided)

• Comfortable working in a public-facing event environment

Compensation

• Hostesses: $300 / 8 hours (paid cash at wrap)

• Gas is not compensated

Amputee Woman for Featured Background Role in Medical Drama

Job Description
An award-winning medical drama is casting a woman with a right leg amputation for a paid featured background role. Production is seeking a Caucasian woman ages 40–50 who can authentically portray a character in a hospital-style scene. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in featured background work, paid extra roles, and TV production experience. No fees are required, and prior acting experience is not necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a medical drama scene

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

• Maintain a consistent look and performance throughout filming

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Caucasian women ages 40–50

• Must have a right leg amputation

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Burbank, CA area (or self-report as local)

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Rate: $1,000