Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Album Trailer Shoot – NYC Talent

Job Description
Casting actors and models for an upcoming album trailer for a major artist. Production is seeking a male executive type, female models, and energetic reporters or paparazzi to help bring high-profile, cinematic moments to life. This is a compensated opportunity filming in Midtown Manhattan.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in stylized scenes representing industry, media, or high-profile environments

• Follow direction from the creative team to capture bold, dynamic shots

• Bring strong presence and expressive energy to camera

• Arrive prepared and ready for assigned call times

Requirements
Male Executive Actor

• Male, ages 35–60

• Professional, polished look

Female Models

• Female, ages 21–30

• Confident on camera with strong commercial presence

Reporters/Paparazzi

• All genders, ages 18–35

• Energetic, expressive, and comfortable portraying media crowd vibes

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Call times provided upon selection

Lead Role – Jimmy

Job Description
Casting a lead actor for a dark comedy–drama short film centered around Jimmy, a man navigating burnout, emotional chaos, and the strange humor that comes with life’s lowest moments. The role demands honesty, grounded humor, and the ability to blend vulnerability with sharp comedic instincts. Jimmy is self-aware, bitterly funny, and charmingly miserable—someone who finds awkward charm in discomfort and truth in absurdity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a complex character balancing humor, despair, and emotional depth

• Deliver sharp comedic timing with subtle, realistic delivery

• Explore vulnerable moments with authenticity and nuance

• Collaborate with the creative team to shape Jimmy’s emotional arc

• Bring strong presence to both comedic and dramatic scenes

Requirements

• Non-union

• Male, ages 25–35

• Strong comedic timing with grounded delivery

• Comfortable exploring emotional vulnerability and dark humor

• Ideal for performers experienced in character-based comedy or dramatic storytelling

Compensation

• Unpaid

• Meals provided

• IMDb credit and copy included

Family-Run Restaurant Talent for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial is seeking real, family-run restaurant owners and teams to showcase authentic personalities and community spirit. Production is looking for charismatic, genuine individuals—no acting experience required. Any cuisine is welcome, including soul food, diners, BBQ, seafood, Mexican, pizza shops, and more. The goal is to highlight beloved local restaurants that are known and celebrated within their communities.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial shoot

• Share your restaurant’s personality, charm, and authentic story

• Work collaboratively with the production team

• Represent your local establishment with pride and energy

Requirements

• Real family-run restaurants and restaurant owners

• All cuisines welcome

• Big personalities and charismatic individuals encouraged

• No acting experience required

• Must be comfortable speaking on camera

Compensation

• Up to $3,200 if selected

Real Factory Workers for Detroit Commercial (Ages 25–70)

Job Description
A national commercial campaign is seeking real factory and blue-collar workers from the Greater Detroit area. The project aims to highlight authentic, hardworking individuals with big personalities and natural storytelling charm. No acting experience is required—production wants real people with real-life experiences. Filming will take place over one to two days between late February and early March 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial shoot

• Share genuine personality, character, and lived experience

• Work collaboratively with the production team

• Represent Detroit’s workforce with pride and authenticity

Requirements

• Real factory or blue-collar workers

• Ages 25–70

• All ethnicities and industries welcome

• Must be based in the Greater Detroit area

• No acting experience necessary

Compensation

• Up to $3,200 per person if selected

Job Description
A new film is holding auditions for principal and supporting roles, seeking dynamic actors who can bring strong personality, emotional range, and presence to a character-driven story. Auditions will take place in person, with additional supporting roles to follow. The production is looking for authentic performers capable of delivering both intensity and nuance in dramatic and comedic moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a principal or supporting character in a narrative feature

• Deliver grounded, emotionally rich performances

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to build authentic relationships

• Bring strong character presence and physicality when required

Requirements
Roles include:

• Dre (Supporting, Male, Early–Mid 20s)
  African American; tall, physically imposing. Loud, confident, provocative personality with a comedic or dramatic edge. A natural bully with a chip on his shoulder.

• Grandma B (Supporting/Featured, Female, Late 60s–70s)
  African American, Mixed Race, or Hispanic. Average build. Wise, resilient, sharp, outspoken; capable of warm, sassy, soulful delivery.

• Roylina (Supporting, Female, 25–40)
  Latina/Hispanic. A commanding, strategic Mafia boss with intensity, confidence, and danger. Must portray authority and emotional depth.

• Jacob (Jay) – Principal (Male, Early–Mid 20s)
  African American or Mixed Race. Brown to light complexion, tall and athletic. Quiet strength, emotionally mature, calm yet commanding.

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)