Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Female Actor for Day Player Role – Mary

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA holiday feature film is seeking a talented female actor to portray Mary, the snobbish and sharp-witted sister of Trish. Mary is refined, particular, and focused on the financial interests of her family. This role offers moments of humor and tension in a heartfelt family-centered storyline. Filming will take place in Buffalo, NY, and is open to local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mary with poise, wit, and subtle arrogance

• Deliver performance that enhances the story’s family dynamics

• Take direction well and collaborate with cast and crew

• Contribute to key scenes that highlight character contrast

Requirements

• Female actor, 50s

• Must be a Buffalo, NY local hire

• Should embody a polished, snobbish persona

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Agreement

• Rate: $783.00 per day plus 10%

• Day player role, works 2 days

Female Actor for Day Player Role – Ruby

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA holiday feature film is casting a warm and expressive female actor to play Ruby, a proud and loving mother who serves as an emotional anchor in the story. Ruby’s scenes highlight deep familial bonds and heartfelt support for her daughter. Filming will take place in Buffalo, NY, and is open to local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ruby with warmth, positivity, and emotional depth

• Support the film’s narrative through sincere, grounded performance

• Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members

• Deliver heartfelt dialogue that reflects the character’s maternal nature

Requirements

• Female actor, 60s

• Must be a Buffalo, NY local hire

• Experience in emotional, family-centered roles preferred

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Agreement

• Rate: $783.00 per day plus 10%

• Day player role, works 2 days

Female Actor for Supporting Role – Joyce

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA holiday feature film is casting a strong female actor to portray Joyce, a high-powered executive returning to her hometown with a mission to save her company’s satellite office. This character plays a pivotal role in the story’s emotional and professional arcs. Filming takes place in Buffalo, NY, and is open to local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joyce, a no-nonsense, meticulous executive

• Deliver confident, grounded performances across multiple scenes

• Collaborate closely with lead actors and production team

• Represent the character’s strength, leadership, and emotional motivation

Requirements

• Female actor, 50s

• Must be a Buffalo local hire

• Professional on-camera experience preferred

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Agreement

• Rate: $783.00 per day plus 10%

• Supporting role, 3 shoot days

Female Actor for True Crime Role – Lynn

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting a non-union female actor to portray the character Lynn in upcoming dramatized reenactments. The role involves scenes centered around intense crime content and requires a performer who can closely resemble the referenced character or replicate her hairstyle. Filming spans multiple dates, though availability for all days may not be necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in reenacted scenes involving dramatic and intense subject matter

• Match the physical look or hair styling of the reference character

• Portray realism and emotion without scripted dialogue

• Take direction well and maintain professional behavior on set

Requirements

• Must resemble or be able to style hair to match reference character

• Must be comfortable performing in scenes involving murder reenactments

• Non-union performers only

Compensation

• $150 per filming day

• Lodging, travel, and gas not included

• Filming will occur over a range of dates

Male Actor for Victim Role in True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting a featured background role for an upcoming episode. The character, a murder victim named Robbie, requires a strong physical match to a specific look. This role includes scenes depicting violence and murder content but involves no scripted audio. Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN, and accommodations are provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a dramatized crime reenactment

• Perform with strong body awareness and facial expressions without dialogue

• Match the appearance and movement based on a reference photo

• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence in a professional manner

Requirements

• White male, mid-20s

• Slim build with short, balding hair

• Must be comfortable with violent and murder reenactment content

• Must closely resemble a provided reference image

Compensation

• $200 per day

• Hotel accommodations included

Male Actor for True Crime Role – Jerry

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series for network television is casting a non-union male actor to portray Jerry in an upcoming episode. The role involves scenes with intense subject matter and requires talent who can physically resemble or replicate the referenced character’s hairstyle and facial hair. Filming will take place over multiple days, though availability for all days may not be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character involved in dramatic crime reenactment scenes

• Replicate or resemble the referenced look, including hairstyle and facial hair

• Perform in scripted crime sequences with realism and sensitivity

• Follow direction and maintain professional conduct on set

Requirements

• Must resemble or be able to replicate hair and facial hair of the character

• Comfortable performing in scenes depicting murder content

• Must be available between the scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• $150 per day

• No hotel, gas, or travel stipend provided

• Non-union opportunity

Hand Double for Film Shoot – Male Talent

Job Description
A film production is seeking a male hand double for a one-day shoot in the Senoia, GA area. The role requires someone with a slim, athletic build who can match the lead actor’s physical characteristics. Talent should be prepared to submit clear, current photos, especially close-ups of both hands for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a hand double for featured on-camera shots

• Match the physical specifications and hand appearance of the principal actor

• Take direction precisely to replicate movements as needed

• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s to 40s

• Height between 5’11” and 6’3″

• Light-skinned African American, or possibly Hispanic or lighter-toned Caucasian

• Slim, athletic build

• Must provide recent full-body photo and clear hand close-ups

Compensation

• Paid day rate (details provided upon confirmation)

• One-day booking in the Senoia, GA area

Background Talent for Hit TV Series – Non-Union

Job Description
A hit television series is now casting non-union background talent based in the Hamptons or Long Island area. This is a great opportunity for local performers to work on a popular production alongside a professional cast and crew. Multiple work dates are available with full-day shoots and overtime eligibility.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various scenes of a network TV series

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout long shoot days

• Contribute to the visual atmosphere of each scene

Requirements

• Must be a Long Island or Hamptons local

• Non-union performers only

• Must be available for one or more listed filming dates

• Must not have previously submitted for this role

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours of work

• Overtime paid for work beyond 10 hours

Male Actor for True Crime Reenactment Role

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting for a featured role in an upcoming episode. The role requires a male actor to portray “Asad” in a scripted scene involving gun violence. Filming is scheduled for a single day with accommodations provided. This is a paid opportunity to work on a dramatized television project with wide exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Asad” in a true crime reenactment

• Perform in a scene involving scripted gun violence

• Take direction from the director to match narrative tone

• Arrive prepared and on time for a single shoot day

Requirements

• Must be comfortable with scenes involving scripted gun violence

• Must be available for filming on the specified date

• Provide current face and full body photos, and demo reel or acting footage if available

• Must be professional and adaptable on set

Compensation

• $150 per day worked

• Hotel accommodations provided

Casting Babies to Portray Infant Daughter in Film

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking white single babies, twins, or triplets to portray the 6-month-old daughter of a principal actor. This role is ideal for parents of infants who are comfortable on set and available for upcoming filming dates. Filming will take place in NYC with professional care and coordination on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as the infant daughter in scripted scenes

• Remain calm and content during short, monitored filming sessions

• Be accompanied by a guardian at all times

• Follow set protocols with support from production team

Requirements

• White single, twin, or triplet babies who appear 6 months old

• Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

• Must be available on scheduled filming dates

• Must be local to NYC or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $350 per baby, per workday

• Professional film set experience in a supportive environment