Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Young Main for Promo Video

Job Description

A promotional video for a new studio is seeking young talent to portray a featured character representing an early stage of life. This Atlanta casting opportunity is looking for boys and girls who are bright, expressive, charismatic, and comfortable appearing on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Young Main character in a promotional video.
• Bring bright, expressive, and charismatic energy to the role.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming.

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 5–10.
• Bright, expressive, and charismatic personality.
• Comfortable appearing on camera.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $150.

Experienced Male Bartender for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking an experienced male bartender for a non-speaking background role in Molly’s Bar scenes. This paid TV casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities who have real bartending experience and can confidently perform authentic bar service actions on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in Molly’s Bar scenes on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform realistic bartending and bar service actions on camera.
• Handle typical bartender duties naturally during background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20s–50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming episode.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Background Actors for National Restaurant Chain Commercial

Job Description

A national restaurant chain commercial is seeking experienced background actors in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. This non-union production is looking for a diverse group of performers across a wide range of ages and backgrounds to create an authentic restaurant environment. Adults, children, and older adult or grandparent types are especially encouraged for this paid commercial background opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national restaurant commercial.
• Perform natural actions and interactions appropriate to a restaurant setting.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for a full production day that may extend beyond eight hours.

Requirements

• Ages 6 through 70s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Especially seeking men and women ages 30–45.
• Especially seeking children ages 6–10.
• Older adult and grandparent types are encouraged.
• Must have previous background acting experience.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Must have full-day availability and be prepared for up to 12 or more hours on set.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.
• $15.625 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

SI Otis Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Otis character for upcoming production work in Chicago. This paid stand-in role involves assisting the production team with lighting and camera blocking while closely matching the general physical appearance of principal talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist with lighting, camera setup, and scene blocking.
• Follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during rehearsals and technical preparation.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino talent.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’9″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

SI Archer Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Archer character for production in Chicago. The selected performer will assist with lighting and camera blocking by standing in for principal talent between takes and during scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene setup.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions.
• Maintain consistency throughout lighting and camera rehearsals.
• Remain available and professional during the full production day.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 40s–60s.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’2″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Grey hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

SI Javi Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Javi character for upcoming production work in Chicago. This paid, non-speaking stand-in opportunity requires talent who can closely match the actor’s general height, build, complexion, and hair while assisting the lighting and camera teams during scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Stand in place of the actor during lighting and camera blocking.
• Match assigned positions and movements as directed by the production team.
• Work closely with the camera, lighting, and assistant directing departments.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout an extended production day.

Requirements

• Latino talent.
• Ages 18–30.
• Height between 5’8″ and 5’10”.
• Weight between 130–160 lbs.
• Dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Mock Jury Study Participants in New York City

Job Description

An in-person mock jury research study is seeking adult participants in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Selected participants will take part in a mock trial and group discussion, providing opinions and feedback as part of a paid market research study. This opportunity is open to qualifying residents from select New York counties.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person mock jury study.
• Review information presented during a simulated trial.
• Share thoughtful opinions and reactions during group discussions.
• Follow instructions provided by the research team.
• Remain engaged and professional throughout the study session.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must reside in the Bronx, Manhattan, Putnam, Rockland, or Westchester County.
• Must be able to participate in person in Midtown Manhattan.
• Must be comfortable participating in a mock trial and group discussion.
• Must complete the qualification process for consideration.

Compensation

• Up to $375.

Jim Brewster – Lead Role for “Slugger” Independent Movie

Job Description

The independent feature film “Slugger” is seeking an actor to play Jim Brewster, a lead role filming in Houston, Texas, and surrounding areas. Jim is a minor league baseball pitcher who respects the game and competition but becomes nervous before an upcoming matchup against Casey Robinson, known as “Slugger,” a batter he has never defeated. This non-union role is ideal for an athletic actor who can bring both strong dramatic performance and authentic baseball ability to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jim Brewster, a minor league baseball pitcher and lead character.
• Perform scripted dramatic scenes throughout the independent feature film.
• Participate in baseball sequences and realistically portray a pitcher.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Maintain character and performance continuity across multiple filming phases.
• Be prepared to work approximately 9–10 production days.

Requirements

• Male talent who can portray someone in his early 20s.
• Caucasian.
• Athletic appearance.
• Strong acting ability suitable for a lead film role.
• Baseball experience preferred, particularly pitching experience.
• Must be comfortable performing baseball-related scenes on camera.
• Must be able to work in Houston, Texas, and surrounding areas.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $50 per day.
• Rate may increase if additional production funding is secured.

Insurance Agent Background Actors for “Golf Trip”

Job Description

“Golf Trip” is seeking male and female background actors to portray insurance agents working in an office setting in Norcross, Georgia. The production is looking for talent who can authentically portray business professionals working in a traditional cubicle-style office environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an insurance agent in office background scenes.
• Perform natural workplace activities in a cubicle-style environment.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a professional business appearance throughout filming.
• Remain professional and attentive during the production day.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–60.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have appropriate business attire.
• Must be comfortable portraying an insurance professional.
• Must be able to work in Norcross, Georgia.

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours.

Background Actors for “Hides the Fire” Proof-of-Concept Film

Job Description

“Hides the Fire” is seeking background actors for a one-day proof-of-concept film production in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The project is especially seeking Indigenous and Native American men and women, while background performers of all ethnicities are welcome. Scenes take place on a working movie set, with extras portraying actors, film crew members, production personnel, and other entertainment industry professionals. The project supports a planned feature film bringing attention to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in proof-of-concept film scenes.
• Portray actors, film crew, production personnel, or other movie-set workers.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to a working film set.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity while on set.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Indigenous and Native American men and women are especially encouraged to apply.
• Background actors of all ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be comfortable portraying entertainment industry professionals.
• Must be able to work in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Compensation

• Unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• On-set still photographs provided.