Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call – Real Musicians for Upcoming Project

Job Description
A major production is casting real musicians for multiple roles across Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. This project seeks authentic performers with strong musical skills to bring live performance energy to screen. Non-union talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live on set as part of a professional production

• Showcase authentic musicianship and stage presence

• Take direction from the creative team to deliver strong performances

Requirements

• Real Singer: Black male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Guitar Player: White male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Drummer: Latinx female, ages 25–45, non-union

• Trumpet Player: White male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Bassist: Black male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Must be available for callbacks, fittings, and filming on scheduled dates

Compensation

• Paid roles, rate details provided upon selection

Commercial Casting Call for Non-Speaking Roles

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking men and women ages 10 through 50s of any ethnicity for non-speaking principal roles. This opportunity is open to local talent and does not require prior acting experience, making it ideal for individuals looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming as a principal performer in a commercial

• Take direction from the production team during scenes

• Convey expressions and presence without speaking lines

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 10–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• No acting experience required

• Must be a local resident

• Clear headshot or recent photo (no filters, sunglasses, or hats)

Compensation

• Approximately $400 per day

Extras to Play Patrons at Upscale Trattoria

Job Description
A production is seeking fresh faces to portray patrons at an upscale trattoria for an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for performers who have not worked on this production before and want to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in a natural and realistic way

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

• Be punctual and prepared for the shoot day

Requirements

• Performers ages 28+

• Must be a new face (not previously cast in this production)

• Must be comfortable working in a restaurant environment

Compensation

• Paid background extra role

Extras for National Dental Company Commercial

Job Description
A well-known national dental company is seeking extras for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity to work on a professional set with quick payment turnaround compared to traditional TV and film projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a commercial shoot

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth filming

• Be available for up to 8-hour shoot days

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Ages 18 to 65

• Must be local to Chicago or suburbs and able to commute

• Submit current color photos (including full body and headshot) showing current hairstyle/facial hair

• No sunglasses; smiles preferred for commercials

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half for overtime

Casting Call for Neighbor Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking an actor to play a neighbor in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN. This role involves delivering lines while speaking with detectives during a key scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the neighbor character and deliver dialogue naturally

• Follow director’s guidance to create a realistic, dramatic moment

• Be available for scheduled filming time

Requirements

• Black female, 20s–40s

• Comfortable speaking on camera and interacting with detectives in scene

• Must be available at 4:30 PM for filming

Compensation

• $75 flat rate for one scene

Casting Call for Male Surfer – Wellness Brand UGC Shoot

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for a male surfer to create user-generated content for a wellness shot brand. This remote, self-shot opportunity will feature natural, authentic beach footage that highlights the product in an active and relatable setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality vertical footage of yourself surfing and taking the wellness shot

• Follow a simple b-roll shot list provided by the production team

• Upload unedited, untrimmed footage to the provided folder by the deadline

Requirements

• Male surfers comfortable on camera

• Must be available for quick turnaround filming

• Surf footage or experience in a beach setting is a bonus

Compensation

• $300 flat rate (less than one hour of filming for active surfers)

• Rush booking for quick turnaround by the end of the week

Female Security Guard Role for Production “Vladimir”

Job Description
A production is seeking a female performer to portray a security guard in the upcoming project Vladimir. This role requires specific wardrobe sizing, and a shuttle will be available for transportation to the filming location in Brantford.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard in scripted scenes

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Follow direction from the production team to achieve a professional on-screen performance

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 30s–40s

• Height: 5’9

• Bust: 38–40

• Waist: 36–38

• Hip: 42

• Dress size: 12

• Pant size: 12/14

• Shoe size: 11

• Must be available for fitting in Mississauga and filming in Brantford

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Kids Needed for Regional Commercial – Nashville, TN

Job Description
A regional commercial is seeking kids to work as background actors for a fun, full-day shoot in the Nashville, TN area. This is a great opportunity for outgoing kids to gain on-camera experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various commercial scenes

• Follow directions from the production team to maintain continuity

• Remain on set for the full day with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Male and female kids, ages 5–15

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be outgoing and comfortable on set

• Parent or guardian must stay on set at all times

• Must be a local hire (no travel, transportation, or accommodation provided)

Compensation

• $200 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee for represented talent

• Regional usage, all media, full buyout

Featured Extra Role as Valet for Music Video/Short Film

Job Description
A music video/short film production is seeking a male featured extra to portray a valet. This role requires light acting to capture a specific character mood and adds comedic personality to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a valet in featured background scenes

• Act naturally to appear bothered and confused as directed

• Work closely with the production team to capture the intended comedic effect

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be comfortable with light acting and expressive reactions

• Wardrobe may be provided or coordinated with production

Compensation

• $75 flat rate

Asian Male Role as Doctor for Commercial Production

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking an Asian male in his 50s to portray a doctor. This is a non-speaking role that does not require acting experience, making it an excellent opportunity for first-time applicants to gain on-camera experience. Filming will take place in Warwick, Rhode Island.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in a commercial setting

• Deliver a professional and natural on-screen presence

• Follow the production team’s direction during filming

• Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Asian male, 50s

• No prior acting experience required

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Rhode Island

• Comfortable portraying a doctor in a commercial

Compensation

• $250 flat rate