Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A non-union brand awareness campaign is casting background actors for non-speaking roles in professional commercial-style scenes. This project focuses on realistic, everyday environments and is seeking talent to portray banking and coffee shop settings. Filming will take place over two days, and performers may be booked for one or both shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in non-speaking commercial scenes

• Portray roles such as bankers, loan officers, bank customers, coffee shop patrons, or a barista

• Follow direction from the production team to support natural, realistic scenes

• Provide your own appropriate wardrobe as requested

Requirements

• Ages 20s–40s

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working in non-speaking background roles

• Must be local to Wilmington, North Carolina

• Available for one or both shoot days

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Non-union commercial rates

• 3-year usage term for web and social platforms

Job Description
A short film is casting male and female Italian-American actors for a character-driven story centered around loyalty, identity, and belonging. The film follows an outsider navigating a series of intense and surreal loyalty tests while interviewing for acceptance into a mafia-like organization. This project focuses on strong performances, grounded emotion, and authentic cultural portrayal.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Italian-American characters in a scripted short film

• Perform dialogue using a New York–Italian dialect

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in multiple filming days

• Deliver emotionally grounded, character-focused performances

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Italian-American performers only

• Ability to portray a New York–Italian dialect

• Comfortable working on a dramatic, character-driven film

• Available for a multi-day shoot

Compensation

• $150 total for two days

• Paid acting role

• Professional short film credit

Hispanic and Latino Talent for Paid Project

Job Description
A paid on-camera project is casting Hispanic and Latino men and women for an upcoming production. This opportunity is open to new faces and does not require prior acting experience. The production is seeking natural, everyday individuals who are comfortable on camera and interested in participating in a professional shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a scripted or lifestyle-style project

• Follow direction from the production team

• Present natural expressions and authentic presence

• Remain professional and punctual on set

Requirements

• Hispanic or Latino men and women

• Ages 22–29

• No acting experience required

• Comfortable being filmed on camera

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot

Compensation

• $350 flat rate

• Paid on-camera role

• Professional production experience

Commercial Roles for Financial Services Campaign

Job Description
A major financial services commercial is casting real people and performers for a professionally produced advertising campaign. This project welcomes talent of all backgrounds and life experiences and focuses on authentic, real-world representation. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for individuals who feel comfortable being themselves on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a national commercial portraying real-life roles

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Present natural, authentic expressions and interactions on camera

• Participate in fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

• Must be willing to work as a local hire

• Must be open to a standard background check during the selection process

• Must be comfortable submitting current, unfiltered photos

• No professional headshots required

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Female Veteran

    • African American woman, ages 28–35

    • Military experience a plus

  • Nurse

    • Woman, ages 24–50

    • All ethnicities welcome

    • Healthcare or community service experience a plus

  • Male Veteran

    • Man, ages 22–28

    • Military experience a plus

  • Corporate Men and Women

    • Ages 35–60

    • All ethnicities welcome

    • Corporate business experience a plus

  • City Planner

    • Woman, ages 35–55

    • All ethnicities welcome

    • Civic planning or local government experience a plus

  • Real Estate Developer

    • Man, ages 40–50

    • All ethnicities welcome

    • Real estate development experience a plus

  • Young Brothers

    • Two to three boys who can portray the same child at different ages

    • Approximate ages: 5 years, 3 years, and infant

    • Must closely resemble one another

  • Mom with Sons

    • Woman with two to three young boys

    • Children approx. ages: 5 years, 3 years, and infant

    • Children must resemble one another

Compensation

• Paid commercial roles

• Industry-standard commercial rates

• Fitting pay provided

SAG Background Actors for National Car Commercial

Job Description
A national car commercial is casting SAG background actors for an upcoming shoot. This project is seeking a wide range of performers to appear in professional, non-speaking commercial scenes. Talent will help create realistic, everyday moments that support the visual storytelling of a major automotive campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national car commercial

• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be available for scheduled filming days

Requirements

• SAG-AFTRA members only

• Men and women ages 18–60

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• SAG background rate

• Paid union commercial role

• Professional on-set experience

Male Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting a male stand-in to support lighting and camera blocking for upcoming scenes. This non-speaking role requires a close physical match to a principal actor and is ideal for performers with prior on-set experience or those looking to work behind the scenes in a professional TV production. Local talent from the Chicago area is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during technical rehearsals

• Match height, build, and general appearance for lighting and camera setup

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team

• Remain available and professional throughout filming days

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Ages 20s–40s

• Brown or dark blonde hair

• Height between 5’8” and 5’10”

• Slim to medium build

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Stand-in or background experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role on a television series

Father and Son Duo for Television Continuity Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting a real-life father and son duo for a multi-day continuity role. This project requires consistent availability across all shoot days and focuses on authentic on-screen chemistry between parent and child. Both performers will appear together to maintain visual and story continuity across scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a father and son in scripted television scenes

• Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

• Follow direction from the production team

• Remain available for full-day filming schedules

• Work professionally on set throughout the production period

Requirements

• Real-life father and son duo only

• Son must be ages 9–10

• White performers

• Open to ACTRA or non-union talent

• Must have full, open availability with no time constraints on shoot days

• Minor will be provided with on-set tutoring

Compensation

• Paid television roles

• Multi-day booking (three consecutive shoot days)

• Professional on-set experience for both father and child

Boy Actor for Supporting Role in Short Film

Job Description
A historical short film is casting a young boy for a supporting role in a period drama set in the early 1900s. This role portrays a bright, eager child whose innocence contrasts with the darker themes surrounding him. The character appears across multiple scenes and plays an important emotional role in the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting child character in a scripted short film

• Perform naturally in emotionally grounded scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in multiple scenes filmed in one shoot day

Requirements

• Boys ages 8–12

• Must be able to portray innocence, curiosity, and warmth

• Comfortable performing on camera in a period setting

• Able to work a full filming day

• Guardian availability required

Compensation

• $250 per day

• Paid supporting role in a short film

• Professional on-set acting experience

Security Background Extras

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting male background extras to portray security staff in a strip club scene. This role requires a confident, authoritative presence to help create realistic nightclub security moments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as security personnel in background scenes

• Maintain alert, professional body language

• Follow direction for positioning and movement

• Remain attentive during extended filming hours

Requirements

• Male performers only

• Ages 21–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working in adult-themed settings

• Must have full-day availability

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

Bartender Background Extras

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is seeking male background extras to portray bartenders in a strip club scene. This role involves realistic bar service actions and confident on-camera presence in a nightlife environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in a scripted strip club scene

• Perform natural bar service movements

• Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors

• Maintain a professional demeanor on set

Requirements

• Male performers only

• Ages 21–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working in adult-themed environments

• Must have full-day availability

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours