Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actors – Christmas Movie

Job Description
A holiday-themed film is now casting men and women to portray restaurant patrons and waitstaff in a festive new Christmas movie. This is a great opportunity for background actors to join a cheerful and spirited set that captures the warmth and magic of the holiday season. Filming will take place in a bustling café environment, filled with holiday charm.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters such as diners or restaurant staff

• Maintain continuity and natural reactions during takes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Bring positive, energetic holiday spirit to the scene

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Open to men and women of all backgrounds

• Must be available for the shoot date and filming duration

• Reliable, professional, and able to follow directions

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours unless otherwise noted

• Filming in the West Midtown area

• Paid background work in a professional film production

Hispanic Families – Lifestyle Photoshoot

Job Description
A lifestyle photoshoot is seeking real Hispanic families, parents, children, and grandparents for an upcoming campaign. This opportunity is ideal for real families who enjoy being in front of the camera and can follow simple posing instructions with warmth and authenticity. All photos must be newly taken and clearly show each individual smiling and standing in a well-lit space.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose naturally in lifestyle setups that reflect warmth and connection

• Follow basic direction to achieve relaxed and relatable images

• Submit newly taken, professional-quality photos for consideration

• Represent diversity and family unity in a health-forward campaign

Requirements

• Real Hispanic families of four (2 parents age 25+ with 2 kids ages 4–12)

• Hispanic parents (age 25+)

• Hispanic individual children or siblings (ages 4–12)

• Hispanic grandparents (age 55+)

• Must work as local talent (no travel will be provided)

• Must provide 1 headshot and 1 full-length smiling photo per person

• No filters, sunglasses, hats, or cropped camera roll photos

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not disclosed)

• Lifestyle photoshoot with professional production team

Middle School Students – Wrestling Match Scene

Job Description
A scripted production is seeking middle school-aged students for a two-day shoot featuring a school wrestling match scene. This is a great opportunity for young performers to gain on-set experience in a fun and energetic setting. Talent must be available both days and ready to portray background students attending or participating in the school event.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a middle school student in a wrestling match scene

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain focus and energy throughout the shoot

• Contribute to the authenticity of a school sports environment

Requirements

• Ages 12–14

• Must be available both days of filming

• Must have a parent or guardian available for contact and coordination

• Submit a recent photo, age, and full parent contact information

• Local to the Decatur, GA area

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate to be confirmed by casting team)

• Opportunity to be featured in a dynamic youth scene

Male Hearing Aid User – Medical TV Commercial

Job Description
A national TV commercial is casting a real male individual who uses hearing aids to appear in a medical technology campaign. This project aims to highlight real voices and lived experiences to promote awareness and accessibility in health care. Talent must be based in Victoria and available to travel to Sydney for the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial shoot as yourself

• Share your real-life experience with hearing aid usage

• Collaborate with the crew to capture authentic and compelling footage

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and follow a scheduled travel itinerary

Requirements

• Male, aged 60s to 80s

• Must currently use hearing aids

• Must be based in Victoria, Australia

• Available for an in-person audition, travel, and shoot days

• Comfortable on camera and able to follow basic direction

Compensation

• $5,000 AUD for participation

• All travel, accommodation, and transportation covered

• One-day shoot (up to 10 hours) with a professional film team

Female with Diabetes – Medical TV Commercial

Job Description
A national television commercial is casting a real woman living with diabetes to appear in a campaign focused on medical technology and health awareness. The project seeks to authentically represent real individuals who manage diabetes and are open to sharing their experience on screen. Travel and accommodation to Sydney will be fully provided. Applicants must be based in Victoria.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot as yourself

• Share your personal story and experience living with diabetes

• Collaborate with the production team to deliver natural, relatable on-camera moments

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and travel for the shoot as scheduled

Requirements

• Female, aged 30s to 40s

• Must have diabetes and be comfortable representing that experience

• Based in Victoria, Australia

• Available for audition, travel, fitting, and shoot date

• Comfortable on camera and able to take light direction

Compensation

• $5,000 AUD

• One-day shoot (up to 10 hours)

• Production covers flights, accommodation, and transport

Female Performers with Singing Ability – Paid Project

Job Description
A production is seeking two energetic and talented female performers for a one-day shoot at a scenic location. Ideal candidates will be fit, healthy, and possess strong singing ability. This opportunity is perfect for confident vocalists who are comfortable performing in natural outdoor settings and want to bring energy and authenticity to a paid performance shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform with confidence and vocal clarity on camera

• Follow direction and deliver strong presence during filming

• Showcase natural energy and vocal talent in an outdoor setting

• Collaborate with the creative team for a smooth and polished shoot

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–35

• Must be fit, healthy, and have a strong singing voice

• Available for one-day shoot between August 11–16

• Must be local to Cairns or Townsville or able to work as a local

Compensation

• $3,000 AUD for one day of work

• Paid opportunity with high exposure and creative value

Family of Four – Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a real family of four for a fun and energetic non-union shoot. The project is seeking two parents with two children between the ages of 5 and 17. No acting experience is required—just genuine chemistry, smiles, and a great attitude. This is an exciting opportunity for a real family to be featured in a vibrant lifestyle campaign and earn great pay for just a few days of work.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a family in a commercial shoot

• Bring natural energy and positive interactions to camera

• Follow basic direction to create authentic family moments on screen

• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Real family of four: two parents and two kids (ages 5–17)

• Must be local to New England

• Must have full availability on August 5, 6, and 7

• No acting experience required, but enthusiasm and comfort in front of a camera are key

Compensation

• Pays up to $3,000 per person if cast

• Non-union commercial opportunity

• Great exposure and a fun, family-friendly project

Swimsuit Talent – Sizzle Reel Role

Job Description
A non-union sizzle reel is casting a featured female role for a one-day shoot in Knoxville, TN. The role involves portraying a young woman on vacation in the islands who experiences a rare eye infection. This is a recreation-style production with no scripted dialogue, ideal for talent comfortable in front of the camera and working in swimsuit attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a beach vacation setting with relaxed and natural movement

• Wear a swimsuit comfortably on camera

• Undergo basic SFX makeup to simulate an eye infection for the role

• Follow direction for non-verbal performance and visual storytelling

Requirements

• White female, ages 18–21

• Long blond hair, blue eyes

• Skin tone should resemble someone recently sun-tanned

• Petite or small build preferred

• Must be comfortable in swimwear and on-camera for lifestyle recreation

• Must be local to Knoxville, TN (no travel or lodging provided)

Compensation

• $150 flat rate for one shoot day

• Non-union project, no dialogue

• Great visual role for reels or portfolios

Swimsuit Talent – Beach Vacation Role

Job Description
A non-union sizzle reel is casting a featured female role for a one-day lifestyle shoot in Knoxville, TN. The project recreates a beach vacation scenario and focuses on visual storytelling without dialogue. The role involves portraying a young woman enjoying a tropical getaway with a friend, who experiences a medical emergency.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a relaxed, sun-kissed beachgoer on camera

• Wear a swimsuit comfortably in a vacation setting

• Act naturally in scenic shots that support a light narrative

• Follow direction for expression and body movement in non-verbal performance

Requirements

• White female, ages 18–21

• Long brown hair (no highlights), brown eyes

• Skin tone should appear sun-tanned as if recently at the beach

• Petite or small build preferred

• Must be comfortable appearing on camera in swimwear

• Must be local to Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or per diem provided)

Compensation

• $150 flat rate for a one-day shoot

• Ideal for talent building visual content for their portfolio

• Casual, fun set in a lifestyle recreation shoot

Hospital Doctor – Sizzle Reel Casting

Job Description
A sizzle reel is casting a male actor to portray a hospital doctor in a recreation-style scene. This non-union project will film for one day in Knoxville, TN, and involves short scripted action without full dialogue. The scene includes a brief doctor-patient interaction focused on non-verbal expression and body language.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hospital doctor in a clinical setting with realism and professionalism

• Engage with another actor through expressive, non-verbal cues

• Perform short scripted actions that reflect medical expertise and concern

• Maintain focus and composure throughout a limited scene

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, ages 30s–40s

• Should be in good physical condition

• Must be comfortable portraying a professional medical role

• Must be local to Knoxville, TN (no travel or lodging included)

Compensation

• $125 flat rate for a one-day shoot

• Non-union, limited scene work

• Ideal for actors building dramatic or professional-role footage