Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Open Call for Models and Talent

Job Description
A professional talent agency is hosting a weekly open call for models and on-camera talent in Los Angeles. This open call welcomes fresh faces interested in fashion, commercial, and on-camera opportunities. The agency is seeking confident individuals with strong presence and a natural look who are ready to be considered for future bookings and representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend an in-person open call to be evaluated by agency representatives

• Present yourself confidently with a clean, natural appearance

• Follow basic instructions during the open call process

• Be prepared to be photographed or briefly evaluated on site

Requirements

• Ages 16–25

• All genders, all ethnicities, all sizes

• Women: height 5’7”–5’11”

• Men: height 5’11”–6’3”

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

• Arrive wearing all-black, fitted clothing

• Little to no makeup preferred

• No comp cards or professional photos required

• Comfortable being outdoors and prepared for sun exposure

Compensation

• Opportunity for professional representation

• Consideration for paid modeling and on-camera bookings

• Industry exposure through agency open call

SAG Background Actors for National Car Commercial

Job Description
A national car commercial is casting SAG background actors for an upcoming shoot. This project is seeking a wide range of performers to appear in professional, non-speaking commercial scenes. Talent will help create realistic, everyday moments that support the visual storytelling of a major automotive campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national car commercial

• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be available for scheduled filming days

Requirements

• SAG-AFTRA members only

• Men and women ages 18–60

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• SAG background rate

• Paid union commercial role

• Professional on-set experience

Male Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting a male stand-in to support lighting and camera blocking for upcoming scenes. This non-speaking role requires a close physical match to a principal actor and is ideal for performers with prior on-set experience or those looking to work behind the scenes in a professional TV production. Local talent from the Chicago area is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during technical rehearsals

• Match height, build, and general appearance for lighting and camera setup

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team

• Remain available and professional throughout filming days

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Ages 20s–40s

• Brown or dark blonde hair

• Height between 5’8” and 5’10”

• Slim to medium build

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Stand-in or background experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role on a television series

Father and Son Duo for Television Continuity Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting a real-life father and son duo for a multi-day continuity role. This project requires consistent availability across all shoot days and focuses on authentic on-screen chemistry between parent and child. Both performers will appear together to maintain visual and story continuity across scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a father and son in scripted television scenes

• Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

• Follow direction from the production team

• Remain available for full-day filming schedules

• Work professionally on set throughout the production period

Requirements

• Real-life father and son duo only

• Son must be ages 9–10

• White performers

• Open to ACTRA or non-union talent

• Must have full, open availability with no time constraints on shoot days

• Minor will be provided with on-set tutoring

Compensation

• Paid television roles

• Multi-day booking (three consecutive shoot days)

• Professional on-set experience for both father and child

Boy Actor for Supporting Role in Short Film

Job Description
A historical short film is casting a young boy for a supporting role in a period drama set in the early 1900s. This role portrays a bright, eager child whose innocence contrasts with the darker themes surrounding him. The character appears across multiple scenes and plays an important emotional role in the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting child character in a scripted short film

• Perform naturally in emotionally grounded scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in multiple scenes filmed in one shoot day

Requirements

• Boys ages 8–12

• Must be able to portray innocence, curiosity, and warmth

• Comfortable performing on camera in a period setting

• Able to work a full filming day

• Guardian availability required

Compensation

• $250 per day

• Paid supporting role in a short film

• Professional on-set acting experience

Producers for Teen and Tween Screen Projects

Job Description
A film and television development team is seeking experienced producers to collaborate on new scripted projects aimed at teen and tween audiences. This opportunity is focused on episodic storytelling that blends strong narrative craft with real-world relevance. Producers with a passion for youth-driven content and meaningful storytelling are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the development of episodic scripted content

• Contribute to creative and production planning for youth-focused projects

• Support storytelling that reflects real-world themes for teen and tween audiences

• Work with writers and creative partners to shape compelling screen projects

Requirements

• Experience producing episodic scripted content

• Strong interest in teen and tween television markets

• Ability to collaborate creatively with development teams

• Experience with youth-focused storytelling preferred

• Ability to recommend or work with experienced episodic TV screenwriters is a plus

Compensation

• Paid professional collaboration

• Compensation and terms based on experience and project scope

• Opportunity to be involved in new screen projects launching in 2026

Security Background Extras

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting male background extras to portray security staff in a strip club scene. This role requires a confident, authoritative presence to help create realistic nightclub security moments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as security personnel in background scenes

• Maintain alert, professional body language

• Follow direction for positioning and movement

• Remain attentive during extended filming hours

Requirements

• Male performers only

• Ages 21–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working in adult-themed settings

• Must have full-day availability

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

Bartender Background Extras

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is seeking male background extras to portray bartenders in a strip club scene. This role involves realistic bar service actions and confident on-camera presence in a nightlife environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in a scripted strip club scene

• Perform natural bar service movements

• Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors

• Maintain a professional demeanor on set

Requirements

• Male performers only

• Ages 21–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working in adult-themed environments

• Must have full-day availability

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

Strip Club Patron Background Extras

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting male background extras to portray strip club patrons in an adult-themed nightlife scene. This role is non-speaking and focuses on natural reactions, energy, and atmosphere in a controlled production environment. Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a strip club patron in background scenes

• React naturally and maintain energetic, realistic behavior

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Remain professional during adult-themed filming

Requirements

• Male performers only

• Ages 21–55

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be comfortable around semi-nudity and adult club settings

• Must have full-day availability

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

Stand-Ins and Background Extras for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A non-union insurance company commercial is casting stand-ins and background extras for a professional shoot. This production is seeking talent with athletic builds to support principal scenes, as well as additional background performers to help create realistic commercial settings. Filming will take place in Dallas, Texas, and local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera setup or appear as a background extra

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity, positioning, and professionalism on set

• Be available for fittings and scheduled filming times

Requirements

• Non-union performers only

• Must be local to Dallas, Texas

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Male Stand-In

    • Ages 18–40

    • Caucasian

    • Height between 6’3”–6’6”

    • Athletic build

    • Short brown hair

    • XL shirt size preferred

  • Female Stand-In

    • Ages 18–40

    • Caucasian

    • Height between 5’3”–5’5”

    • Athletic build

    • Long blonde hair

    • XS or S shirt size preferred

  • Background Extras

    • Men and women ages 18+

    • All ethnicities welcome

Compensation

• Stand-ins: $285 for 8 hours

• Background extras: $200 for 8 hours

• Paid non-union commercial roles