Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Apple (Young Daughter) – Short Film “The Yellow Slippers”

Job Description
A short film is looking for a young female actor to play Apple, a bold and bubbly child who is always ready for a laugh—or a little teasing. This role needs big personality and natural charm. Talent must be based in Jamaica.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a playful, energetic child in family scenes

• Deliver expressive reactions and natural comedic moments

• Follow simple direction and stay engaged on set

• Work comfortably with other child actors and adult cast

Requirements

• Female, ages 5–7

• Bold, bubbly personality and comfortable on camera

• Must be based in Jamaica

Compensation

• Paid role (rate shared upon selection)

June (Daughter) – Short Film “The Yellow Slippers”

Job Description
A short film is seeking a teenage female actor to play June, the graceful, grounded older sibling who becomes a quiet corner of comfort for the family. This role is rooted in rural Jamaican life and requires an authentic, natural performance. Talent must be based in Jamaica.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a caring older sister with emotional depth and subtle strength

• Perform family-driven scenes with believable connection and presence

• Follow direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Support ensemble storytelling in a heartfelt short film

Requirements

• Female, ages 14–16

• Calm, expressive, and emotionally natural on camera

• Must be based in Jamaica

Compensation

• Paid role (rate shared upon selection)

Cruise Ship Performers for International Entertainment Contract

Job Description
A cruise entertainment production is seeking talented performers for an immediate-start contract on a large, international cruise ship. This opportunity is ideal for vocalists, dancers, and specialty acts ready to deliver high-energy shows for live audiences while traveling across exciting destinations. Performers must be professional, performance-ready, and comfortable working in a fast-paced shipboard environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scheduled live shows and entertainment events onboard a cruise ship

• Attend rehearsals and work collaboratively with cast, creative, and production teams

• Maintain performance quality, stamina, and professionalism throughout the contract

• Follow choreography, staging, and direction for consistent show delivery

• Represent a polished, guest-facing standard during all onboard duties

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:

  • Male and female vocalists

  • Acrobatic female dancers (minimum height 5’5″)

  • Male dancers (minimum height 5’10”)

  • Circus acts (no flying acts)

• Must be available for an international cruise contract running mid-January through late February 2026

• Comfortable living and working onboard a ship with a large guest capacity

• Must have valid STCW certification and a Seaman’s Book

• Strong stage presence, reliability, and ability to take direction

Compensation

• Competitive pay and contract conditions (details provided upon selection)

Andrea (Mother) – Short Film “The Yellow Slippers”

Job Description
A short film is casting a grounded, heartfelt female actor to play Andrea, a mother of three from rural Trelawny. This role centers on family, faith, and folklore, with dialogue in Patois and English. Talent must be based in Jamaica.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a devoted mother navigating family life with strength and warmth

• Perform emotionally truthful scenes rooted in rural Jamaican culture

• Take direction and collaborate with cast and crew during filming

• Deliver dialogue naturally in Patois and English as required

Requirements

• Female, mid-30s

• Strong acting ability with a natural, authentic presence

• Comfortable performing in Patois and English

• Must be based in Jamaica

Compensation

• Paid role (rate shared upon selection)

Featured Talent for Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial project is casting featured talent for an upcoming shoot in Columbia, South Carolina. Production is seeking performers with strong on-camera presence who can take direction well and bring natural energy to a professional set. This is a great opportunity for talent looking to book paid commercial work with regional usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured talent in a commercial production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Deliver natural, believable reactions and movement on camera

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across multiple takes

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 20s–50s

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Columbia, SC

• Comfortable being featured on camera in a commercial setting

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• $600 full day

• $300 half day

• Includes 1 year of usage in South Carolina

Crime Scene Tech Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted production is casting men and women to portray crime scene technicians in investigative scenes. These paid background roles are ideal for talent who can bring a focused, professional presence to camera while working in a fast-paced set environment. Filming will take place in the Oxford, Georgia area near Covington.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crime scene technician in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and on-set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, positioning, and reactions between takes

• Stay professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the workday

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities

• All ages welcome

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Oxford, GA (near Covington)

• Comfortable working in serious crime scene-style environments on set

• Reliable and able to take direction well

Compensation

• $96.00 for 8 hours

• Overtime may apply based on production guidelines

Swing Dancing Couples for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting experienced swing dancers to appear as “ghost swing dancing couples” in a fun, high-energy scene. This role is perfect for dancers who can bring strong musicality, confident partnering, and authentic swing style to camera. Filming will take place in a Rochester studio, and talent must be able to report to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dancing as part of a partnered couple on camera

• Follow choreography direction and adjust timing for filming

• Maintain energy, rhythm, and character consistency across takes

• Work professionally with the production team in a studio environment

Requirements

• Experienced swing dancers

• Ages 30–65

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must be able to report to a Rochester studio for filming

• Partnered dancers encouraged (apply with a partner if available)

• Video of swing dancing strongly preferred

Compensation

• $100

Male Youth Football Players for Major Sneaker Brand Campaign

Job Description
A major sneaker brand is casting skilled male youth football players for an upcoming commercial-style shoot. Production is looking for athletes with real football experience who can perform naturally on camera with strong movement, speed, and confidence. This project is seeking players who can provide clear photos and videos of themselves playing football (not soccer).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform football drills and gameplay-style action on camera

• Take direction from the director and athletic coordinators on set

• Bring high energy and authentic athletic performance to each take

• Participate in a fitting prior to the shoot date

Requirements

• Male youth football players, ages 10–18

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be highly skilled and actively playing football

• Must have photos and videos showing football play (not soccer)

• Must be available for both fitting and shoot days as scheduled

Compensation

• $1,000 session rate

• $250 fitting

• $150 buyout (if included in final edit)

CASTING CALL — The Chi, Season 8
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Season 8 (Showtime)
ROLES: Neighborhood Kids
SHOOT DATES: 01/14/26 through 01/14/26
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for a full day shoot on Wednesday, 01/14/26
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $175/8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

NEIGHBORHOOD KIDS
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Gender: Male
• Age: 12–16
• Ethnicity: Black or Ethnically Ambiguous
• Minors ages 15 and under must have a current work permit

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Blonde Child Siblings for Untitled Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting light-haired child siblings for paid background work. Production is looking for a blonde or light-haired boy (ages 4–5) and a blonde or light-haired girl (ages 3–4) to portray siblings in an interior day shoot. This is a great opportunity for local NYC-area families with kids who are comfortable on set and can take simple direction with parent/guardian support.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling background characters in a feature film scene

• Follow simple, age-appropriate direction from the set team

• Maintain continuity with movement and placement during filming

• Work cooperatively with a parent/guardian and production staff on set

Requirements

• Light-haired/blonde child actors needed:

  • Boy, ages 4–5

  • Girl, ages 3–4

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Staten Island, NY / NYC area

• Parent/guardian must be available for the full shoot day

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union children welcome

• NY Child Performer Permit preferred (or ability to obtain, if required)

• Open to a possible costume fitting prior to the shoot

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (paid background work)