Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A rush casting call is seeking talent for a staged toy giveaway scene and an on-camera news reporter segment. This project will film as a holiday-style newsbreak covering a Christmas giveaway, featuring families and a reporter delivering the story on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a parent/guardian or child in a staged toy giveaway crowd scene.

• Portray an on-camera news reporter delivering a scripted or guided “newsbreak” segment.

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Parents/Guardians and Kids: Ages 3–14 for the staged toy giveaway scene.

• News Reporter Role: Ability to perform confidently on camera as a reporter character.

• Must be local to the Oak Cliff/Dallas area or able to work as a local hire.

• Comfortable being filmed in a staged, holiday-themed public scene environment.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid role(s).

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking actors who are current USAA members to share a testimonial about their experience with USAA’s services. This opportunity is open to performers who can speak naturally and comfortably on camera about their real customer experience. Talent must also be conflict-free for specific competing categories (listed below).

Job Responsibilities

• Provide an on-camera testimonial discussing your personal experience with USAA.
• Follow producer/director guidance for delivery, tone, and messaging.
• Participate in any required auditions, interviews, rehearsals, or filming as scheduled.
• Maintain a professional, reliable presence throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Must be a current USAA member.
• Must be comfortable speaking on camera and delivering a natural testimonial.
• Must be clear of conflicts in the following categories:
  • P&C Insurance (Home, Renters, Auto Insurance)
  • Banking (including credit cards)
  • Life Insurance
• Must be available to work if selected (production schedule provided by casting).

Compensation Details

Paid opportunity (rate and usage details provided by production upon selection).

Latino Youth Soccer Players for Sporting Goods Commercial

Job Description
A non-union social media commercial is seeking Latino boys and girls ages 5–15 who can confidently play soccer on camera. This is a great opportunity for young talent with real soccer skills to appear in a professional commercial shoot and gain on-set experience in a fast-moving production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform soccer actions naturally for camera (dribbling, passing, basic gameplay)
• Follow simple direction from the director and production team
• Bring strong energy, focus, and a great attitude on set
• Participate in commercial-style scenes for a social media campaign

Requirements

• Latino boys or girls, ages 5–15
• Must have real soccer ability and feel comfortable playing on camera
• Must be non-union
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

Compensation

• $400/day

NYC Male Talent for Commercial Shoot Featuring Fighters, Firefighters, and Workers

Job Description
A paid commercial shoot is seeking NYC-area male talent with strong character looks and real-world experience to match specific featured roles. Production is looking for white men with intense eyes and an authentic, rugged presence—especially those with backgrounds in combat sports, firefighting, construction, or distinctive facial/neck tattoos or scars. This is a great opportunity for talent with a bold on-camera look to land a featured spot in a professional shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a featured role with a strong, natural presence

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Perform simple, realistic actions that match your real-life skill set or job type

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White male talent, NYC-area local

• Ages 29–39 (approx.)

• Intense eyes / strong on-camera look preferred

• Seeking authentic types, including: boxers, MMA fighters, BJJ fighters, firefighters, construction workers, and men with neck/face tattoos or visible scars

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Brooklyn, NY

Compensation

• $1,000 (flat rate)

SAG Commercial Casting: Real Mechanics (Ages 18–30)

Job Description
A SAG commercial is casting real mechanics and actor-mechanics who can authentically work in a shop environment. This opportunity is open to talent ages 18–30, including non-actors, as long as the mechanic experience is real and camera-ready. SAG membership is not required, and travel is provided for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real mechanic in a commercial setting
• Follow direction on set while performing natural, authentic shop actions
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and a cooperative attitude
• Bring genuine mechanical credibility through real-world experience
• Work comfortably in a production environment alongside crew and talent

Requirements

• Ages 18–30
• Real mechanic experience (non-actors welcome)
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• SAG membership not required
• Able to travel if selected (travel provided)

Compensation

• SAG commercial rates (details provided upon selection)
• Travel provided

Hockey Players for National Commercial (Non-Union)

Job Description
Real hockey players are needed for a national commercial filming in the Northern Pittsburgh area. This is a paid, non-union on-camera opportunity for athletic talent who can bring authentic gameplay energy and look camera-ready in full gear. Players must be local to the Pittsburgh region, have their own equipment, and be available to work a full shoot day with flexibility to stay longer if needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real hockey player in a national commercial

• Arrive in full uniform with personal equipment ready for filming

• Follow direction from the production team for positioning, timing, and action

• Maintain continuity and performance consistency throughout the shoot

• Remain professional, punctual, and prepared for a potentially extended day

Requirements

• Male talent, mid-20s to early 30s

• Caucasian talent with dark hair

• One role needs a beard; one role needs a clean-shaven look

• Must be a real hockey player with verifiable experience

• Must have own hockey equipment and uniform

• Must live in the Pittsburgh region (local hire)

• Must be able to work with flexible hours on the shoot day

Compensation

• $350 flat rate (non-union)

• Additional agency fee may apply if represented

Non-Union Hospital System Commercial Casting (Real Families and Individuals)

Job Description
Real families and individual talent are being considered for a non-union commercial portraying an emotional, authentic family journey as a mother seeks treatment for cancer. This on-camera project is ideal for performers who feel comfortable in a natural, documentary-style setting, with warmth, realism, and genuine connection on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic family moments in a commercial environment

• Follow direction on set while keeping performances natural and grounded

• Deliver authentic, camera-ready reactions and interactions

• Work professionally with crew during a 1–2 day shoot schedule

• Maintain a calm, cooperative attitude in an emotionally themed storyline

Requirements

• Real families and individual talent encouraged to apply

• On-camera experience is helpful, but not required

• Must be comfortable on camera with natural, conversational performance

• Roles needed:

  • Mother (Female, ages 35–45)

  • Father (Male, ages 35–45)

  • Daughter (Female, ages 7–10)

• Ethnicities encouraged: Hispanic, Latino, Mixed Ethnic, BIPOC

Compensation

• Total pay: $1,750 (plus agency fee if applicable)

• Session pay: $750

• Usage pay: $1,000

• Usage term: 1 year (Broadcast, Social, OTT, Digital)

We’re presently looking for an associate models, makeup artist and photographer for the event.

Commercial and Print Talent Open Call

Job Description
Casting is now open for fresh commercial, print, and TV/film talent ready to work and grow professionally. This opportunity is ideal for actors and models seeking representation consideration and access to upcoming commercial and on-camera projects. Talent should be career-focused, prepared, and actively pursuing paid bookings in the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit professional materials for roster consideration

• Be available for commercial, print, and on-camera opportunities

• Maintain up-to-date casting profiles and demo materials

• Respond promptly and professionally to booking requests

• Represent projects with a polished, reliable presence

Requirements

• 3–5 strong, industry-standard headshots

• Demo reel or acting clips preferred

• Active online casting profiles

• Must be a local hire

• Serious interest in commercial, print, and TV/film work

Compensation

• Paid opportunities based on project type and role

• Rates disclosed per booking

• Professional exposure and career-building opportunities

Paid Short Film and Branded Ad Casting: Two Male Leads

Job Description
Two male actors are being cast as the lead protagonists in a paid short film and branded ad for a well-known London chicken shop brand. The story focuses on friendship and natural chemistry, with performances that feel real, conversational, and effortlessly on-camera. This is a presence-driven project—authenticity matters more than big dialogue or theatrical delivery.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as one of two lead friends/protagonists in a short film and branded ad

• Deliver natural, conversational dialogue with strong realism and chemistry

• Follow direction while keeping performances relaxed and authentic

• Work collaboratively with the other lead actor to build believable connection

• Maintain professionalism on set during filming

Requirements

• Male actors (two leads)

• Playing age: 18–25 (flexible)

• Black and/or Mixed Race talent

• Naturally charismatic and believable on camera

• Comfortable with natural, improvised-style conversations

• Able to speak with a London dialect/accent

• Effortlessly stylish with a cool, street-level energy

• Strong ability to bounce off another performer with ease

Compensation

• Paid role