Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union men and women, ages 18 and older, for paid background roles on the TV series GORDIE. Casting directors are looking for talent to portray pedestrians, business professionals, and courthouse visitors in exterior scenes filmed in Manhattan, New York. Because the scenes are set during the early spring season, selected talent should be comfortable wearing layered spring attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic background characters in courthouse exterior scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Wear appropriate spring clothing, including light jackets or sweaters.
• Arrive camera-ready with required wardrobe and documentation.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older.
• Non-union talent only.
• Able to portray pedestrians, business professionals, or courthouse visitors.
• Comfortable wearing business attire or spring layers.
• Must be able to present valid original I-9 documentation on set and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours (Non-Union rate).

Featured Trauma Patient Extra for TV Series

Job Description

A television series filming in Chicago is casting a featured non-speaking trauma patient for an upcoming hospital scene. Casting directors are looking for male performers who can portray a realistic patient with special effects makeup depicting a head injury. This featured background role is ideal for talent comfortable with dramatic scenes and long filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured trauma patient in a hospital scene.
• Wear special effects makeup simulating a head injury.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–35.
• All ethnicities.
• Comfortable wearing movie blood and special effects makeup.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Compensation

• Featured role: $165 for 8 hours, plus time and one-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours.

Comedic Actor for Corporate Sales Video Series

Job Description

A nonunion corporate sales video series is casting a comedic actor to portray Ethan, a polished and confident sales representative, in an upcoming production filming in Philadelphia. This role calls for an actor with excellent comedic timing who can deliver subtle, grounded humor through authentic reactions and believable workplace interactions. If you excel at dry comedy and natural performances, this is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ethan, a confident and professional sales representative.
• Deliver authentic, dry comedic performances in workplace scenes.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring scripted moments to life.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining a polished and relatable performance.

Requirements

• Ages 20–30s.
• Strong comedic acting skills with excellent timing.
• Able to portray calm, patient, and genuinely helpful character traits.
• Comfortable performing subtle, grounded workplace comedy.
• Must be able to self-report to the Philadelphia filming location.

Compensation

• Paid nonunion acting opportunity.

Live Stage Actor

Job Description

A paid stage acting opportunity is now casting experienced dramatic actors for a powerful live theater production. Casting directors are seeking talented performers from New Orleans and Denver who can bring authenticity, emotional depth, and vulnerability to a character-driven performance. This production welcomes actors of all backgrounds who are passionate about intimate storytelling and compelling stage work.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a leading role in a live stage production.
• Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the creative team during rehearsals and performances.
• Follow production direction while maintaining strong stage presence.

Requirements

• Male and female actors, approximately 35 years old.
• Open to all backgrounds and abilities.
• Previous dramatic stage acting experience preferred.
• Must be based in or able to work in New Orleans or Denver.
• Strong emotional range and live performance skills.

Compensation

• $500 per day.

Featured Extra Bartender for TV Series

Job Description

A featured extra casting opportunity is now available for experienced bartenders to appear in a non-speaking role for a television series filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for men and women, ages 30 to 50, of all ethnicities, who can authentically portray a real bartender in a featured scene. Selected talent may also be invited for a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured bartender in a non-speaking television scene.
• Perform realistic bartending duties during filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–50.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be available for evening filming that may extend into late-night hours.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.

Santa Claus for Christmas Movie

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area is casting a featured Santa Claus. Casting directors are looking for a Caucasian man who authentically portrays Santa Claus and owns a complete Santa suit. This is a featured paid role in a holiday feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus in featured scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain character throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Age 50 and older.
• Must authentically portray Santa Claus.
• Must own a complete Santa suit.
• Must be local to the Atlanta area.

Compensation

• $250.

Hospital Background Actors

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area is casting background actors to portray doctors, nurses, and hospital patients. Casting directors are seeking men and women to help create realistic hospital scenes in this holiday feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray doctors, nurses, or hospital patients.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 30–60.
• Able to portray hospital staff or patients.
• Must be local to the Atlanta area.

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours.

African American Newborn Babies for Christmas Movie

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area is casting two African American newborn babies for a featured hospital scene. Casting directors are seeking newborns to appear in an authentic hospital setting. This is a paid opportunity for local families with newborn babies.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a hospital scene for a feature film.
• Follow production guidance with a parent or guardian present.
• Participate in filming in a safe, professional environment.

Requirements

• African American newborn babies.
• Newborn age.
• Must be local to the Atlanta area.

Compensation

• $250.

Job Description

A production for Tonight’s Conversation On Demand is casting singles and couples in the Atlanta area to participate in a card game-themed video shoot featuring real people and authentic conversations. Producers are looking for individuals with engaging personalities who are comfortable on camera and can contribute to fun, natural discussions. This is a great opportunity for couples, friends, and outgoing singles interested in unscripted digital content.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed card game and conversation-based production.
• Engage in authentic, on-camera discussions.
• Bring an energetic and engaging personality to the shoot.
• Follow production guidance during filming.
• Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot.

Requirements

• Open to singles and couples.
• Must have a strong on-screen personality.
• Comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.