Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Actor to Portray Military Service Member in Mental Health Project

Job Description
A nonunion production for a mental health training series is casting an actor to portray a military service member recently discharged or currently serving. This role is for a meaningful educational series focused on the Crisis Response Plan technique, used to help prevent suicide among veterans and service members. The performance will involve a realistic, emotionally driven conversation with a therapist (posing as a friend), requiring naturalistic acting and light improv. Actors with personal military experience or deep familiarity with military life are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran or active service member experiencing emotional distress

• Participate in an improvised, conversational roleplay alongside a therapist character

• Draw from personal experience or provided backstory to support authentic performance

• Collaborate remotely in a Zoom audition to demonstrate realism and emotional depth

Requirements

• Male or female, any ethnicity, age 20–30

• Must portray a military member or veteran authentically

• Familiarity with military terminology and lifestyle required

• Comfortable with unscripted performance and emotional storytelling

• Military experience is a strong bonus

• Locals to Columbus, OH preferred (mileage may be covered for the right fit)

Compensation

• $600/day

• One-day shoot

• Professional opportunity to contribute to mental health awareness and training

Urgent Casting Call for Female Talent for Video Shoot

Job Description
An app company is urgently casting for a fast-turnaround video shoot happening in South Beach. This is a same-day, high-energy shoot perfect for local female talent ready to jump into a quick and professional production with immediate payment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short promotional video for a mobile app company

• Take quick direction and deliver high-quality on-camera presence

• Work with the production team to create fun, polished marketing visuals

• Arrive ready and available to film same-day

Requirements

• Female talent of Hispanic, Asian, or Caucasian background

• Must be available immediately and able to get to South Beach, Miami

• Must be comfortable on camera and able to follow fast-paced direction

• Local availability preferred for same-day turnaround

Compensation

• Paid same day

• Short-form commercial shoot

• Great exposure with a fast-growing digital brand

Extras Needed for Upcoming TV Series

A television production is now seeking background extras for an upcoming shoot in Miami. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience, earn compensation, and be part of a dynamic crew on a professional series. If you’re reliable, punctual, and ready for a full day of filming, we want to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in various scenes

• Follow on-set direction from production staff

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

• Arrive promptly and be prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Must be able to self-report to the Miami location

• Available for early morning call time (7:00 a.m.)

• Able to follow directions and remain on set as needed

Compensation

• Pay: $108–$155 based on hours worked

• Professional on-set experience

• Opportunity to build industry connections

Runway and Showroom Models for Formalwear Event

A high-profile formalwear showcase is now pre-booking models for a multi-day runway and showroom event featuring top formal designers. This is a major modeling opportunity for those looking to gain experience and exposure within the formalwear industry.

Job Responsibilities
• Walk in runway presentations for formalwear designers
• Model garments during showroom previews with buyers and clients
• Collaborate with stylists, photographers, and show staff
• Represent brands with professionalism and poise

Requirements
• Must be available and ready to work all days during the multi-day event
• Must be available from 9 AM to 6 PM each day
• Must complete an online application prior to booking
• Hotel accommodations provided if you live 45+ miles from the venue

Compensation
• Pay ranges from $200 to $300 per day depending on designer and experience

Promo Models – Live Pop-Up Events

Job Description
A brand activation team is seeking confident and outgoing adults to serve as promotional models for live pop-up events across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. If you enjoy engaging with people, have a vibrant personality, and love live events, this is a great opportunity to represent exciting products while getting paid for short, high-energy gigs.

Job Responsibilities

• Host and interact with guests at branded live pop-up events

• Represent products in a friendly, professional, and engaging manner

• Maintain a fun, welcoming atmosphere throughout the event

• Follow event setup and breakdown instructions as needed

Requirements

• Ages 21 to 35

• Must be confident, energetic, and reliable

• Must have reliable transportation to event locations

• Must be comfortable working independently and with the public

• Open availability for future events preferred

Compensation

• $200 per event (5 hours total, $40/hr)

• Gas stipend available (travel not provided)

Casting Background Extras for Digital Promo Project

Job Description
A financial institution is producing a digital promotional video and is seeking non-speaking background extras to participate in short, half-day shoots. This production will focus on diverse representation and aims to showcase a range of ages and backgrounds in realistic, relatable settings. All footage will be used in digital platforms with perpetual usage rights.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as non-speaking background talent for various scenarios

• Follow on-set direction and maintain natural expressions and movement

• Represent everyday individuals in a professional environment

• Be punctual and camera-ready for a half-day shoot

Requirements

• Group 1: Middle-aged adults, all genders and ethnicities (approx. 3 hours on set)

• Group 2: Young adults over 18 who can believably portray high school students (approx. 5 hours on set)

• Must be available for the designated shoot date and time

• Submit a current headshot through the provided form by the deadline

Compensation

• $250 per day

• Shoot duration: 3–5 hours depending on role

• Location: Columbus, OH

Casting Kids for Public Health Commercial

Job Description
An upcoming non-union commercial for the Virginia Department of Health is seeking local child actors for both a lead role and featured extras. This educational spot focuses on lead prevention through a creative birthday party scene. Casting directors are looking for a young girl to take on a fun, spirited lead speaking role, along with several children to portray partygoers in the background. All talent must be based in Virginia as no travel or housing will be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted scene as part of a PSA centered on lead prevention

• Lead talent will deliver lines with emotional clarity, curiosity, and charm

• Background kids will act naturally in party scenes, participating in light background conversations and action

• Follow direction from the director and crew both during self-tape and on set

• Maintain focus and energy during a short shoot day

Requirements

• Lead Role: Female child, ages 6–8, with hair long enough for pigtails or braids

• Lead talent should have a playful, innocent voice and be able to express curiosity and sass

• Extras: Boys and girls, ages 6–8, all ethnicities

• Must be based in Virginia; no travel or housing provided

• Lead submissions require a self-tape and may include a Zoom callback

• All children should be comfortable on camera and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Lead: $1,000 flat rate for session and usage, plus 20% if represented by an agent

• Extras: $450 flat rate, plus 20% if represented

Casting Lead Actress and Extras for Energy Efficiency Project

Job Description
A public utility commercial is now casting for a principal role and background extras in an upcoming shoot focused on energy efficiency. The project, produced for a DMV-area utility provider, will film on a studio set and aims to deliver an informative and relatable message. This opportunity offers strong compensation, with talent buyouts for both lead and extras. Self-tape auditions are required for the lead role, while extras will be selected from photos.

Job Responsibilities
Principal Role

• Portray a woman at home in a realistic, relatable lifestyle scene

• Deliver scripted content with professionalism and natural energy

• Participate in a 10-hour shoot with a studio crew

• Submit a self-tape audition in advance of the shoot

Extras

• Appear as background talent in household or everyday environment scenes

• Contribute to a naturalistic, authentic vibe for the energy campaign

• Follow light direction and remain on set as scheduled

Requirements
Principal Role

• Female, African American, Hispanic, or Multi-racial

• Ages 20–40, ideally looks early to mid-30s

• Must be available for full-day shoot in Fairfax, VA

• Self-tape submission required

Extras

• All ages, all ethnicities welcome

• No audition required; selected from submitted photos

• Must be available for on-set work in Fairfax, VA

Compensation
Principal Role

• $750 session rate (10-hour day)

• $1,150 usage fee (less any fees)

• Travel covered by production

• Usage renewal: same rate plus 10% after expiration

Extras

• $250 flat rate (less any fees)

• Full media buyout in perpetuity

Featured Background Talent for Premium Underwear Campaign

Job Description
A premium underwear brand is casting standout individuals with eccentric, unique looks for a bold, fashion-forward campaign. This is a great opportunity for expressive talent who can embody a confident, playful energy on set. The campaign will highlight individuality and fresh visual style in a stylized commercial environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured background in commercial photo and video assets

• Showcase personality through confident, expressive movement

• Collaborate with styling and direction teams to capture brand identity

• Be camera-ready with an open attitude toward fashion-forward styling

Requirements

• Ages 18–30

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged

• Must have unique or eccentric features that stand out on camera

• Must be available for two consecutive shoot dates

• Must be comfortable working in premium fashion and underwear-focused content

Compensation

• $300 for 10 hours

Background Extras for Two-Day Shoot

Job Description
A Los Angeles-based production is casting male and female background extras for a two-day shoot. This is a great opportunity for aspiring or experienced talent looking to gain on-set experience and work with a professional production team. Extras will be part of various background scenes to help bring the project to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in multiple scenes

• Take direction from the assistant director or production staff

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot days

• Blend naturally into the environment while contributing to the scene’s realism

Requirements

• Male and female talent of any ethnicity

• Must be local to or able to work in Los Angeles

• Available for both Thursday and Friday

• Comfortable working on a professional set for extended hours

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

• Meals and production amenities provided on set

• Credit for participation and valuable on-set experience