Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Jesse Griffiths Casting is seeking a teen performer with strong basketball ability for the lead role of Fawad Choudhry in Regent Boy, a non-union feature film based on Humayun Khan’s novel Wrong Side of the Court. The production will film in the Greater Toronto Area. Fawad is a 15–16-year-old Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi) boy living with his mother and sister in Regent Park. He is a gifted basketball player navigating family tensions, friendships, and personal growth while finding his confidence and voice on the court.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Fawad Choudhry.
• Perform basketball sequences confidently on camera.
• Deliver dramatic and character-driven scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Participate in self-tape auditions and additional casting stages as required.

Requirements

• Boy, playing age 15–16.
• Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi).
• Must have strong basketball skills.
• Must be capable of carrying a lead role in a feature film.

Compensation

$300/day, with approximately 25 shoot days anticipated.

Chicago Fire – Female Livecast Body Model

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a female livecast model for a specialized full-body molding session in Chicago. The selected model will have a skin-safe mixture and plaster bandage applied to the body to create a lifecast, with the head and body casts completed separately. This role requires someone who can remain comfortable and still throughout the molding process.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a livecast model for a professional television production.
• Participate in separate head and full-body casting sessions.
• Remain still while skin-safe molding materials and plaster bandages are applied.
• Follow instructions from the makeup, effects, and production teams.
• Remain available for most of the day as required.

Requirements

• Female talent in her 20s.
• Height approximately 5’3″–5’8″.
• Thin to medium build.
• Must be comfortable with a full-body lifecasting process.
• Must not be claustrophobic.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.

Compensation

• $300 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Chicago Fire – Hospital Background Actors

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male background actors to portray hospital staff and hospital visitors in upcoming scenes filming in Chicago. Casting is open to men in their 20s–40s of all ethnicities who can bring a natural, professional presence to a busy hospital setting. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital staff, visitors, or other hospital background roles.
• Perform natural background action during scripted television scenes.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create a realistic hospital environment for the TV production.

Requirements

• Male talent in their 20s–40s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• No visible arm or hand tattoos.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Comfortable working as background talent in hospital scenes.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent.

Job Description

JS Casting is seeking professional and self-taught bakers for an upcoming baking competition focused on creativity, craftsmanship, and baking from scratch. The production is especially interested in bakers who take pride in using fresh ingredients and creating homemade components rather than relying on store-bought alternatives. Ideal participants may make their own jams, churn their own butter, or create ingredients such as homemade sprinkles and marshmallows.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a baker in the competition.
• Prepare creative baked goods using from-scratch techniques.
• Showcase personal baking skills, techniques, and creativity.
• Follow production and competition guidelines.

Requirements

• Open to professional and self-taught bakers.
• Must be passionate about baking from scratch.
• Strong preference for bakers who create homemade ingredients and components.
• Must be comfortable showcasing baking abilities in a competition setting.

Compensation

Not specified.

Untitled Rodeo Project – SFX Makeup Stand-In

Job Description

A streaming service series is seeking a male stand-in for an SFX makeup test in the Atlanta, Georgia area. The production is looking for an experienced or aspiring stand-in who closely matches the required physical characteristics and can work as a local hire near Fairburn. Previous stand-in experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in during a special effects makeup test.
• Assist the production team with lighting, positioning, and makeup testing as needed.
• Maintain accurate marks and positioning throughout the session.
• Follow direction from the SFX makeup and production teams.
• Remain professional and available for the full work commitment.

Requirements

• Hispanic male.
• Height approximately 5’11″–6’1″.
• Weight approximately 220–240 lbs.
• No facial hair.
• Must closely match the required complexion and physical appearance.
• Previous stand-in experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be within reasonable self-driving distance of Fairburn, Georgia.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 12 hours, if applicable.

Job Description

Mastersons Magic is gauging interest from female multidisciplinary performers for potential future touring opportunities with a professional illusion show. The production is building a list of performers who may be interested in a potential 3–6 month touring contract, with performances taking place both on land and at sea. The opportunity is suited to women with strong stage presence and performance skills in areas such as dance, aerial arts, circus, theatre, acting, variety entertainment, or other specialty disciplines.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a professional touring illusion production.
• Participate in theatrical illusions, audience-focused performances, and rehearsals.
• Bring individual performance skills and strong stage presence to the show.
• Work collaboratively with the production team and follow performance direction.
• Travel as required for potential U.S. and international engagements.

Requirements

• Female performers.
• Strong stage presence, confidence, charisma, and audience connection.
• Performance skills in dance, aerial, circus, theatre, acting, variety arts, or another specialty are encouraged.
• Professional experience in magic, theatre, dance, circus, touring productions, or live entertainment is a plus.
• Must be comfortable working with theatrical illusions.
• Previous magician’s assistant experience is not required.

Compensation

Not specified. Potential contract terms and additional details will be discussed as opportunities develop.

911: Nashville – Construction Background Talent

Job Description

The television series “911: Nashville” is seeking special ability background talent with real-world construction experience for filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This non-union opportunity is open to all genders ages 25–60, with particular interest in professionals experienced in road construction or asphalt work. Selected talent will use their practical industry knowledge to help create authentic construction scenes on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as special ability background talent in construction-related TV scenes.
• Use real construction knowledge and experience to create realistic on-set action.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Perform construction-related movements or activities as requested.
• Remain available and professional for an extended filming day.

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–60.
• Must have real construction experience.
• Road construction or asphalt experience is strongly preferred.
• Comfortable using professional construction knowledge on camera.
• Must be available for a potentially 12+ hour filming commitment.
• Must work as a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Job Description

A paid entertainment project in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking a Black actress/model to appear in a project featuring artist Sammie. The production is looking for someone with a strong on-camera presence who can combine modeling ability with confident acting skills. The selected talent should be comfortable performing naturally on camera and following creative direction. Previous acting experience is specifically requested, making this opportunity best suited to performers who can demonstrate their abilities through an acting reel and recent photos.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera as directed for the artist project.
• Bring confident acting and modeling presence to the production.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally on set.
• Deliver a natural and engaging performance.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Must be under 5’4″.
• Acting experience or demonstrated acting ability required.
• Must provide 3 photos, phone number, and an acting reel.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

AE Talent Agency is seeking actresses currently looking for agency representation who fit a supporting Wife/Mother role for submission to an upcoming SAG-AFTRA project. The character is Clark’s wife and the mother of their two daughters, Maisie and Bella. She is portrayed as smart, warm, funny, and grounded, balancing a long marriage with the mildly chaotic rhythm of raising a family. She knows her husband well, understands his habits, and can gently cut through his charm. The role calls for an actress who can bring warmth, humor, maturity, and a natural family dynamic to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting Wife/Mother character with warmth, humor, and authenticity.
• Bring a grounded and believable family dynamic to scenes.
• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the production team.
• Deliver a natural performance appropriate for a SAG-AFTRA production.

Requirements

• Woman, playing age 35–45.
• Ethnic appearance: Ethnically Ambiguous, White, East Asian, Pacific Islander, or Southeast Asian.
• Must fit the listed age range and ethnic appearance.
• Currently seeking acting agency representation.

Compensation

SAG-AFTRA Scale.

Job Description

An upcoming grounded, character-driven short film filming in Birmingham, Alabama, is casting actors for multiple lead, supporting, featured, and background roles. Written and directed by Miea Logan, the project explores identity, choices, consequences, and the moments that force people to confront who they really are. Opportunities are available for experienced and emerging actors, with roles ranging from a sharp and observant lead character to supporting personalities and featured character roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the assigned character with an authentic, grounded performance.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.
• Follow creative direction and contribute to character-driven scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Ava – Lead: Black female, early to mid-20s; sharp, guarded, observant, with dry humor and strong emotional depth.
• Benny – Supporting: Black male, 30s–40s; confident, unconventional, and quietly commanding.
• Sal – Supporting: Male, 40s–60s; corner-store owner who is direct, observant, and quietly caring.
• Jay – Supporting: Black male, early to mid-20s; charming, vulnerable, with strong emotional presence.
• White Boy Todd – Supporting: White male, 20s–30s; well put together, talkative, and extremely confident.
• Key – Featured: Male, 20s–40s; minimal dialogue with a strong screen presence.
• Facilitator – Supporting: Female, 40s–60s; warm, patient, and emotionally grounded.
• Junkie – Featured: Male, 30s–40s; weathered and impatient, with familiarity with Ava; strong character performance required.
• Workshop Participants / Background: Ages 18+, all ethnicities; roles include workshop participants, customers, pedestrians, and other background performers.

Compensation

Not specified.