Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Family Dance Dinner Roles

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a fun, expressive Caucasian family for a high-energy dance-themed dinner scene. This campaign highlights personality, rhythm, and authentic family dynamics. Talent should be comfortable on camera, able to follow simple choreography, and bring warmth and enthusiasm to playful family moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a lively family dance dinner scene

• Follow simple choreography and maintain rhythmic movement

• Portray natural, expressive reactions during on-camera cooking and family interactions

• Work collaboratively with the ensemble to create a cohesive family moment

Requirements

• All talent must be Caucasian for casting continuity

• Must be Miami locals; no travel provided

• Dance or movement experience preferred

• Comfortable cooking on camera

• Wardrobe will be colorful, modern, and home-casual

Compensation

• Mom (early–mid 40s): $500

• Dad (40s–50s): $500

• Teen Daughter #1 (14–17): $500

• Teen Daughter #2 (14–17): $500

• Featured Hands Talent (optional): $300–20% agency fee

Featured Family Photo Shoot Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking talent to portray a featured family for a still photo shoot. Casting includes a wife, daughter, and son who will match the look of the male lead actor. Talent must be available for both the fitting and the shoot day. Candidates should have natural-looking blonde, reddish, or brown hair and strong on-camera presence. This is a fully paid opportunity for those local to Illinois or surrounding border states.

Job Responsibilities
• Participate in a still photo shoot as part of a featured family
• Follow direction from the photography and production team
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude on set
• Present a natural, camera-ready appearance

Requirements
• Caucasian female, age 50 (wife)
• Caucasian female, mid to late 20s (daughter)
• Caucasian male, early 30s (son)
• Blonde, reddish, or brown hair
• Must be local to IL, Chicago suburbs, or nearby border states
• Must be available for the fitting and shoot
• Must submit recent color photos showing current look

Compensation
• $165 per 8 hours

Family Photo Shoot – Featured Roles (Wife, Daughter, Son)

Job Description
A lifestyle still photo shoot is seeking Caucasian talent to portray a family for an upcoming campaign. The project will feature authentic, warm family moments alongside the lead male actor. Talent should feel comfortable on camera, take direction well, and maintain consistency throughout both the fitting and the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family unit in a lifestyle-themed photo shoot

• Follow posing and expression guidance from the photographer

• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before the shoot date

• Maintain consistent appearance and professional behavior throughout production

Requirements

• Wife: Caucasian female, 50s–early 60s

• Daughter: Caucasian female, mid-to-late 20s

• Son: Caucasian male, early 30s

• Blonde, reddish, or brown hair preferred

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Comfortable with family-oriented lifestyle imagery

• Must be available for both the fitting and shoot

Compensation

• Featured rate: $165 for 8 hours, plus time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Wardrobe fitting rate: $40 for 2 hours

Southern Family-Owned Restaurants (Docu-Style Commercial Feature)

Job Description
A major paper towel brand is casting real Southern mom-and-pop restaurants for a paid, docu-style commercial project. They’re looking for family-owned, longtime local favorites known for messy, finger-lickin’ food—think BBQ joints, crab boils, fried chicken spots, rib houses, and more. This casting is focused on big personalities, great stories, and authentic Southern charm. No major chains will be considered, and restaurants must be located in the South. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real restaurant/business in a commercial-style shoot

• Share your restaurant’s story and personality on camera

• Work with the production team during filming in a real working environment

• Be comfortable showcasing food, staff, and atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Real, family-owned mom-and-pop restaurant (no major chains)

• Must be located in the Southern U.S.

• Must serve “messy eating” style food (BBQ, crab boils, fried chicken, ribs, etc.)

• Big personalities and strong stories strongly preferred

• Open to filming in a Feb/March 2026 window (TBA)

Compensation

• $3,200 per person

• Paid commercial feature opportunity

Family Members for Food Product Commercial (Non-Union, Local Hire)

Job Description
A non-union food product commercial is casting family members for a family dinner gathering scene. This is a local hire opportunity for talent based in Mobile or Fairhope, Alabama, featuring natural, relatable on-camera presence in a non-speaking commercial setting. Usage includes college football stadium video boards with a full buyout in perpetuity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family member at a dinner party gathering with natural, believable reactions

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during filming

• Maintain a camera-ready, semi-casual look and professional set etiquette

• Arrive on time and remain available for the scheduled shoot window

Requirements

• Ages 8–55, male and female

• Any ethnicity

• Must be a local hire to Mobile/Fairhope, AL (no travel provided)

• Non-union talent only

• No dialogue required

• Semi-casual, family dinner party look

• Real families are a plus

• Must provide current, unfiltered photos (no hats, sunglasses, or filters)

Compensation

• $40/hour (4 hours guaranteed), paid at wrap

Job Description
A content creator is seeking a real family to be featured during their authentic Thanksgiving dinner. This opportunity is perfect for families comfortable on camera and excited to share their genuine holiday gathering in a warm, natural setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Welcome a creator to join your real Thanksgiving dinner

• Participate in casual, lifestyle-style filming during the meal

• Showcase natural family interactions and holiday traditions

Requirements

• Caucasian family

• Comfortable being filmed during Thanksgiving dinner

• Must be located in the Los Angeles area

• Available on November 27th

• Shoot time will depend on when your family typically serves Thanksgiving dinner

Compensation

• Rate provided upon selection

• Filming will take place at your actual Thanksgiving dinner

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

Casting Medical Professionals for Hospital Scene in Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is seeking background actors with real-life experience as nurses or doctors to appear in a hospital scene. The production is looking for individuals between the ages of 25–60, open to all ethnicities, who can naturally portray medical staff in a fast-paced, authentic environment.

Filming will take place in the Atlanta area and surrounding suburbs. Talent must be local or able to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital staff such as nurses or doctors in a featured background role
• Follow on-set direction and bring realism to the medical environment
• Be available for a full 12-hour filming day

Requirements

• Ages 25–60, open to all ethnicities
• Real-world experience as a nurse or doctor preferred
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or willing to work as a local hire
• Must submit full name, age, height, weight, clothing sizes, and contact info

Compensation

• $150 for a 12-hour day

Cops, Detectives, and Medical Examiners

Job Description
A new feature film shooting in the Atlanta area is seeking men and women to portray cops, detectives, and medical examiners. These roles require strong on-camera presence, professionalism, and the ability to embody authoritative or investigative characters naturally. Filming will take place in the Fairburn area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray law enforcement or medical examiner roles authentically

• Follow direction from the on-set team during all scenes

• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance

• Arrive prepared and on time for filming

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 18–55

• Must be available for filming in the Fairburn area

• Must match the general look of law enforcement or medical professionals

• Must be local to Atlanta or able to self-report

• Current photos reflecting your present look required

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise specified

Country Club Goers and Mourners

Job Description
A feature film shooting in the Atlanta area is casting men and women to portray country club goers and mourners in a separate scene. These roles require the ability to convey natural background reactions, subtle emotional expression, and an upscale or refined appearance suitable for a country club setting. Filming will take place in the Fairburn area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray country club guests or mourners authentically on camera

• Follow on-set direction to support the tone of each scene

• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance

• Arrive on time and prepared with appropriate wardrobe pieces if requested

• Work cooperatively with cast and crew on a professional film set

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 30–65

• Must be available for filming in the Fairburn area

• Should fit upscale, polished, or formal looks depending on the role

• Must be local to Atlanta or able to self-report

• Current photos depicting your present look required

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise specified