Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

College Professor Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking talent to portray college professors for an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 25+, and is ideal for performers who can deliver a polished, scholarly on-camera presence. Talent should be comfortable wearing their own wardrobe, since a professional academic look will be needed for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor with a believable, professional presence

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate wardrobe as requested

• Work efficiently in a classroom or campus-style environment

Requirements

• Ages 25+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Should have a scholarly, professional look

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe (academic/professional attire)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Rate details provided to selected talent

Community Center Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray community center employees and volunteers in a scripted scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is ideal for performers who can bring a natural, grounded presence to a realistic community setting. The scene includes themes related to addiction counseling, so comfort with the subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a community center employee or volunteer in a realistic manner

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Interact naturally within the scene environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and camera-ready

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable appearing in a scene that references addiction counseling

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Pay rate details provided to selected talent

Photo Double Needed for Film/TV Scene (Male Talent)

Job Description
A production is seeking a photo double to match a specific male performer for an interior daytime shoot. This photo double casting opportunity is ideal for talent who can closely match the required look and work professionally on set while supporting continuity for camera setups.

Job Responsibilities

• Match the lead performer’s look for photo double work on camera

• Follow direction from the production team for blocking and continuity

• Maintain consistent appearance and wardrobe fit as needed for the scene

• Remain available for interior daytime filming during scheduled work hours

Requirements

• Male talent who can closely match the referenced performer’s look

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

• Comfortable working interior, daytime scenes

• Must be able to provide accurate measurements and current photos if selected

Compensation

• $34 per hour (minimum 8-hour guarantee)

Male Soccer Players Needed for Major Auto Brand Background Shoot

Job Description
A major auto brand commercial is seeking male soccer players ages 16–20 (all ethnicities) for a background acting opportunity in Austin, TX. Talent does not need to be professional—any level of soccer experience is welcome, as long as performers are comfortable wearing soccer gear and playing soccer on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a soccer player in a commercial background scene

• Wear soccer wardrobe and move naturally on camera

• Play soccer comfortably during filming as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 16–20

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Must be comfortable playing soccer on camera

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

• Minors must be able to work with a parent/guardian as required by production

Compensation

• $350 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee

High School Cheer Team Dancers Needed for Basketball Game Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking a high school cheer team (dancers) for a large-scale basketball game scene. This cheerleader casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ if playing younger). Talent with real dance and/or cheerleading experience is strongly preferred, and similar performance backgrounds may also be considered. Performers must be comfortable working in a high-energy crowd environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cheer/dance-style routines and crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction from the on-set team for timing, formation, and energy

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game-day setting

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Actual dance and/or cheerleading experience preferred (similar experience may be accepted)

• Must be able to participate as a team or as individuals with relevant experience

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and be available for fitting/wardrobe guidelines if selected

• Must be reliable and 100% available on the scheduled workday

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Teenage Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Ages 14–18)

Job Description
A production is seeking teenage basketball spectators to portray students and friends attending a high school basketball game. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger). Talent should be comfortable working in a crowded, high-energy environment with realistic reactions and repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game setting

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ who can portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Minors may be booked with or without parents, but each minor must have a separate account and unique email to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Kids and Family Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Kids 8–13 + Parents)

Job Description
A production is seeking kids and families to portray basketball spectators at a high school game. This family background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, looking for kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians to appear in crowd scenes with natural reactions. Talent should be comfortable working in a busy, high-energy environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray spectators in a basketball game crowd with natural reactions

• Follow on-set direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Each person must have a separate account and unique email address to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Adults 18+)

Job Description
A production is seeking adult basketball spectators to appear in a high-energy game-day crowd scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, for talent who can deliver natural reactions—cheering, clapping, and watching the action—while following direction across multiple takes. Some selected performers may also be placed as game-day roles like coaches or referees, depending on scene needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball game spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for timing, energy, and resets across multiple takes

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe and positioning throughout the scene

• Be flexible if assigned a game-related role (coach/referee) if needed

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must apply as an adult (not connected to a minor submission)

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Residents With Cars Needed for Background Role (All Ages, All Ethnicities)

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women to portray residents with cars for a background scene. This background acting casting is open to all ethnicities and all ages and is ideal for local talent who can bring a natural neighborhood vibe on camera. Vehicles must meet the color requirement, and performers should be comfortable having their car featured as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a resident in a neighborhood-style background scene

• Have your vehicle present and camera-ready for filming as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time and be prepared for standard production hours

Requirements

• Men and women of all ages and ethnicities

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

• Must have a vehicle that is not red, black, or white

• Must be able to provide vehicle details if selected (year, color, make, model)

• Must be able to provide a clear photo of your car

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• $35 car bump

NY/NJ Babies Needed for Women’s Health Commercial (0–6 Months)

Job Description
A women’s health commercial casting is seeking NY/NJ local babies to appear in a commercial project. The role is open to any gender, specifically Black or Hispanic infants ages 0–6 months. This opportunity welcomes SAG-AFTRA and non-union submissions, and selected families should be comfortable participating in a simple, baby-focused shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial filming day with a parent/guardian on set

• Follow basic on-set direction with parent/guardian support

• Arrive prepared and available for the full scheduled timeframe

Requirements

• Babies ages 0–6 months

• Black or Hispanic

• Any gender

• Must be local to NY/NJ (or able to work as a local hire)

• Parent/guardian must be available to accompany the baby as required

Compensation

• Pay details provided to selected families