Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Pregnant Photo Double Needed for Upcoming Production

Job Description
A film production is casting a pregnant photo double to portray a character in her second trimester. This featured background role is ideal for talent currently 16–20 weeks pregnant and who closely match the physical requirements. The shoot will take place in Yonkers, with transportation options provided. This is a one-day commitment with competitive pay and a bump for pregnancy-specific wardrobe needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor in key shots

• Match the size and silhouette of a visibly pregnant figure

• Follow direction on set and remain comfortable in pregnancy-focused scenes

• Be available for the full duration of the shoot day

Requirements

• Currently 16–20 weeks pregnant

• Height between 5’0” and 5’7”

• Must have Asian, Hispanic, or olive skin tone

• Must be available for filming in Yonkers

• Submit recent photos and full contact details for consideration

Compensation

• $253 for 8 hours, plus a $50 wardrobe bump

• One-day paid role

• Transportation from Manhattan available

Union Female Massage Therapist

Job Description
A union television production is currently seeking an experienced African American female massage therapist for an upcoming shoot in the LA area. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on massage therapy experience, even if slightly out of practice. Candidates must be union members and registered, as this is a union-only submission opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a licensed massage therapist on set

• Collaborate with the production team during shoot day

• Present a natural and professional presence on camera

Requirements

• Must be a union member and registered with the appropriate casting platform

• African American female with professional massage therapy experience

Compensation

• Union pay rate (TBD with production)

• One-day shoot in the LA area

• Great opportunity for professionals with industry background

Union Pregnant Yoga Student

Job Description
A union television production is currently casting a pregnant yoga student for an upcoming shoot in the Los Angeles area. This role welcomes expectant mothers in any trimester and aims to authentically represent the calm, focused spirit of a prenatal yoga class. Submissions are open exclusively to union members who are also registered through the appropriate casting channels.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pregnant individual participating in a yoga session

• Perform gentle movement and follow basic direction from the production team

• Present a natural and grounded presence on camera

Requirements

• Must be currently pregnant (any trimester)

• Must be union and registered with an approved casting service

• Comfortable on camera and able to follow simple on-set instructions

Compensation

• $216 for 8 hours (union rate)

• One-day shoot in the LA area

• Great exposure and opportunity for working talent

Extras for HBO Feature Film Scene

Job Description
A major HBO project is casting background actors for a one-day shoot in a dynamic city scene. The production team is looking for everyday people to help bring a vibrant urban environment to life in a key scene alongside a star-studded cast. This is a great opportunity for aspiring talent to appear in a high-profile production while gaining valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray local downtown pedestrians or bystanders

• Participate in exterior crowd scenes filmed in a city environment

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and background coordinator

• Maintain energy and continuity throughout the filming day

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• All ethnicities and gender identities welcome

• Must be available for early call time and a full day on set

• Complete and verify casting portal profile and MFA security step

• Reliable access to email and phone for communication

Compensation

• $129.60 for the day

• Featured in an HBO production

• Gain professional set experience with top-tier cast and crew

Background Talent – Praise & Worship Team

Job Description
A feature film is casting African American men and women to join the Praise & Worship Team for a gospel rap concert scene set in a lively, viral church environment. This is a high-energy, performance-style background role where selected talent will lip-sync praise music on camera and contribute to the vibrant, spiritual tone of the scene. Prior experience with choir or worship teams is required to capture the authenticity of the performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray members of a praise and worship team in a live gospel scene

• Lip-sync along to praise music during a staged performance

• Create an energetic, authentic presence in a church concert setting

• Follow on-set direction and maintain musical timing and expressions

Requirements

• African American male or female

• Ages 18–50

• Must have prior choir or praise team experience

• Must be comfortable lip-syncing and performing in a group ensemble

• Local to Decatur, GA preferred

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours (background rate)

• One-day shoot opportunity

• Be part of a powerful, musically driven film moment

Featured Role – Choir Director

Job Description
A feature film is casting a skilled African American choir director to lead a praise and worship team in a powerful gospel rap church scene. This is a featured background role requiring real-life choir directing experience to bring energy, authenticity, and leadership to the performance. The scene captures the vibrancy of a live worship setting and will require confident, expressive talent who can lead a team through lip-synced musical performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church choir director leading a praise and worship performance

• Guide performers with authentic hand movements and expressions

• Contribute to the emotional tone and musical rhythm of the scene

• Collaborate with cast and crew to maintain on-camera continuity

Requirements

• African American male or female

• Ages 18–50

• Must have real choir director or praise team leadership experience

• Confident and expressive presence required

• Local to Decatur, GA preferred

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours (background rate)

• Featured performance within a vibrant church scene

• Chance to showcase leadership in a musically driven film moment

Casting Call for Film Crew Types – Stage Shoot

Job Description
A stage production is seeking background talent to portray behind-the-scenes film crew members in an upcoming shoot. This opportunity requires availability on two matching shoot days, creating an authentic set atmosphere that mirrors a working production environment. Ideal for those who can bring a grounded, professional presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic film crew roles such as camera operators, lighting techs, and production staff

• Follow direction to ensure natural and convincing background action

• Maintain continuity across both shoot days

• Arrive prepared and dressed in appropriate, crew-style wardrobe

Requirements

• Ages 20–60

• Must be available for both scheduled shoot days

• Should look comfortable and believable in film crew roles

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

Casting Call: College-Aged Female Couples for On-Camera Scene

Job Description
A new production is seeking college-aged women to portray a lesbian couple in a scripted, on-camera kissing scene. This casting is open to non-union background actors who are registered with Central Casting. The shoot will take place in Los Angeles with additional filming dates in Stockton. Both participants in the couple must be non-union if applying together.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college-aged couple authentically in a romantic kissing scene

• Be comfortable with on-camera intimacy in a professional setting

• Follow direction from the production team for scene execution

• Participate in scheduled filming dates in both Los Angeles and Stockton

Requirements

• Female, college-aged (appearing 18–25)

• Non-union talent only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Comfortable performing a kissing scene on camera

• Must submit a current selfie with application

• Partner must also be non-union and included in the submission if applying as a pair

Compensation

• $240 for 8 hours per on-camera day

• Travel and lodging for Stockton shoot will be provided

• Travel compensation paid separately

Casting Call: Non-Union Talent to Portray High School Students

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting background actors to portray high school students in an upcoming episode. The production is seeking non-union performers aged 18 and older who can convincingly play younger teen characters. This shoot includes both indoor and outdoor scenes and will take place in The Bronx. Transportation from Manhattan will be provided. If you have youthful energy and can pass for a high school student, this is a great chance to be featured in a fun, fast-paced production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in background scenes

• Wear appropriate wardrobe, including backpacks

• Follow on-set direction and bring authentic teen energy

• Be available for a full shooting day

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older and able to look like a high school student

• Non-union talent only

• Must be available for a full shoot day

• Must be comfortable filming both interior and exterior scenes

• Must be local to NYC or able to self-report (van transport available from Manhattan)

Compensation

• Rate: $181.50 for 10 hours (overtime after 10 hours)

Casting Call: Background Talent for Indie Film “Last Hand”

Job Description
An independent film titled Last Hand is currently casting background actors for upcoming scenes filming in the New Orleans metro area. This is a great opportunity for both seasoned extras and newcomers to gain experience on a film set while contributing to a compelling cinematic story. All roles are non-speaking and involve environmental and atmospheric presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a variety of indoor and outdoor scenes

• Take direction well from the assistant director and production team

• Help bring the setting and story to life through natural movement and reactions

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility on set

Requirements

• Must be local to or able to self-report to the New Orleans metro area

• Open to all backgrounds, ages, and experience levels

• Must have or create a MyCastingFile account to view and submit for roles

• Availability must align with scheduled shoot dates (TBD per scene)

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate provided upon booking)

• Meals and on-set amenities provided during production