Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Moana Jr. – Youth Musical Casting Call

Job Description
A live stage musical production is casting teens and young performers for Moana Jr. This exciting theatrical opportunity is open to performers who love singing, dancing, and acting and are eager to be part of a fun, high-energy show. The production is seeking confident young talent to bring beloved characters to life on stage in a family-friendly musical experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a live musical theater production

• Sing, dance, and act as part of an ensemble or featured role

• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and scheduled performances

• Follow direction from the director and creative team

Requirements

• Teens and young men ages 15–18

• Strong interest or experience in singing, dancing, and acting

• Comfortable performing live on stage

• Available for rehearsals and show dates

• Roles currently open include Maui and Chief Tu

Compensation

• Unpaid theatrical role

• Live performance experience

• Opportunity to build stage credits and performance skills

Kids Casting Call – TV Series Roles

Job Description
A new television series is casting children for paid on-camera roles. This inclusive project is seeking boys and girls with visible disabilities to appear in a professionally produced TV series. No previous acting experience is required, making this a welcoming opportunity for young performers and families looking to take part in meaningful, representative storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in scripted television scenes

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Participate in age-appropriate filming activities

• Work comfortably on set with parental or guardian support

Requirements

• Boys and girls ages 6–13

• Must have a visible disability

• No prior acting experience required

• Must have parent or guardian permission and availability

• Able to work as a local hire in Northern Ireland

Compensation

• Paid roles

Birthday Party Kids – Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting Hispanic children to appear as kids at a birthday party scene. This is a fun, family-friendly background role ideal for young performers who are comfortable on camera and can follow simple on-set direction. The scene will feature natural interactions and playful energy in a party setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a child attending a birthday party

• Participate in light, natural background action during the scene

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Maintain a positive attitude and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Hispanic children ages 6–14

• Comfortable working on set for extended periods

• Able to follow basic instructions

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours

• Paid, non-union background role

Parachute – Feature Film Casting for Military Veterans

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA feature film is seeking real military veterans for an upcoming production filming in Texas. This project is looking for authentic individuals who can bring real-life experience and presence to the screen. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for veterans interested in participating in a major film production. Skydiving or other high-adrenaline experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of a scripted feature film

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Portray roles rooted in authentic military experience

• Participate in filming during scheduled production dates

Requirements

• Military veterans ages 20–50

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• No acting experience required

• Skydiving or high-adrenaline experience is a plus but not required

• Available to film in Central Texas

Compensation

• Paid roles under SAG-AFTRA agreements

• Professional on-set experience in a feature film

True Crime Recreation Series – Laquita Role

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a non-union actor to portray Laquita in a dramatized reenactment scene. This role calls for a petite Black female performer with a strong on-camera presence who can closely match a provided reference look. The project involves intense scripted material, and performers should be comfortable working with dramatic crime-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a scripted character in a true crime reenactment

• Perform scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related material

• Follow direction closely to support accurate storytelling

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout filming

Requirements

• Black female performers in their early 20s

• Petite build

• Hair should closely resemble the provided reference

• Comfortable performing intense, crime-based scripted scenes

• Able to work as a local hire or with provided lodging

Compensation

• $200 per day worked

• Hotel accommodations provided

• Paid, non-union role

True Crime Recreation Series – Kenneth Role

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a non-union actor to portray Kenneth in a dramatized reenactment. This role requires a strong on-camera presence and the ability to handle intense scripted material, including scenes involving violence and murder content. The production is seeking talent who closely resemble the provided reference and can deliver a grounded, realistic performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a scripted character in a true crime reenactment

• Perform scenes involving dramatic and violent subject matter

• Follow direction closely to support accurate storytelling

• Maintain professionalism and focus during filming

Requirements

• Male performers in their 40s

• Black/African American

• Ability to resemble the provided reference photo

• Comfortable performing scripted violence and intense material

• Available to work as a local hire or with provided lodging

Compensation

• $150 per day worked

• Hotel accommodation provided

Chicago Fire – Paid Background Extras

Job Description
A network television series is casting paid background actors for upcoming episodes filming in the Chicago area. This opportunity is for clean-shaven male performers who can portray law enforcement and federal agents in non-speaking roles. Filming will take place on two separate Saturdays, with different uniformed roles needed for each shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background law enforcement personnel

• Wear provided or approved uniform wardrobe

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during filming

Requirements

• Male performers, ages 20s–60s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• Able to portray FBI SWAT, police, U.S. Marshals, or FBI HAZMAT

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

• Available for one of the scheduled Saturday shoot dates

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Compensation provided per production rates

Research Project Extras – Security Software Study

Job Description
A paid research project is seeking background participants to take part in a controlled recording session for a security software study. The project involves recreating everyday movement scenarios inside a school setting to help develop technology designed to distinguish people from objects in high-risk environments such as schools, retail spaces, and hospitals. Recordings are strictly for internal research use only and will not be publicly released. Participants will only be needed for one scheduled day.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in recorded movement scenarios inside a classroom setting

• Perform repetitive walking, standing, and positioning as directed

• Follow instructions from the research and production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout the session

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Open to all body types, shapes, and sizes

• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area

• Must have reliable transportation to the filming location

• Comfortable with extended periods of walking and standing

• Accurate height and weight information required for research purposes

• Prior participation in a similar April 2025 project does not disqualify you

Compensation

• $100 for a 4-hour session

• $150 for a 6-hour session

• Paid research participation

Paid Female Body Double – Television Series

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is casting a paid female body double for a specific on-camera scene. This role is ideal for performers with matching physical specifications who are comfortable with still, non-speaking work in a dramatic setting. The production is seeking reliable talent who can follow precise direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for a principal actor in a scripted scene

• Remain still on camera for required shots

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Female performers

• Hispanic/Latina

• Ages 25–45

• Height: 5’2”

• Weight: approximately 138 lbs

• Shoe size: 6.5

• Dress size: 8

• Comfortable portraying a deceased character and lying down on set

• Available to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $200 for up to 12 hours

• Paid, non-union role

Gaming Company Commercial – Paid On-Camera Roles

Job Description
A large gaming company is casting male and female performers for a well-paid on-camera project filming in Manchester. This opportunity is ideal for adults with a natural screen presence who are interested in commercial and promotional work within the gaming industry. The shoot will require less than half a day, offering strong pay for a short time commitment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial or promotional shoot

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Bring natural, authentic energy to the performance

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female performers ages 25–70

• Open to performers of Central & Eastern Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African backgrounds

• Comfortable working on camera

• Must be available to film in Manchester

• Must not be represented by another casting or modeling agency in the region

Compensation

• Minimum payment of £525 for less than half a day

• Paid on-camera role