Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Teen Passenger Background Role

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting teen performers to appear as passengers in multiple scenes. This background role is ideal for teens interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a professional TV series. Talent must be able to commit to multiple shoot days and participate in a possible wardrobe fitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a passenger in scripted television scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Remain professional and attentive during filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Teens ages 16–18

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Must be available for multiple filming days

• A parent or guardian must be available for coordination and check-in

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard background pay

• Professional on-set experience on a television production

Dancers for Pharmaceutical Commercial

Job Description
A professional commercial production is casting experienced dancers for a U.S. pharmaceutical advertisement. This project involves tasteful, intimacy-related subject matter and requires confident performers who can move naturally and express emotion through dance. The production is well-paid and designed for a mature, professional audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed or guided movement for a commercial shoot

• Convey emotion and connection through dance performance

• Work comfortably within an intimacy-themed but professional setting

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

Requirements

• Dancers ages 30–55

• Strong movement or dance background

• Comfortable performing in a pharmaceutical commercial setting

• Professional, reliable, and camera-ready

Compensation

• Well-paid commercial role

• Professional production environment

• Opportunity to appear in a national pharmaceutical advertisement

South Asian Male Teen Actors

Job Description
A professional television production is seeking South Asian male teen actors for upcoming on-screen roles. This opportunity is open to union performers and is ideal for young talent interested in gaining experience on a scripted production set. The project is casting teens who can bring authenticity, confidence, and natural presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured or background teen character in a scripted production

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain focus, professionalism, and energy on set

• Participate in multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• South Asian male teens

• Ages 12–19

• Open to ACTRA and AABP union talent

• Comfortable working on a professional film or television set

• Reliable and available for production needs

Compensation

• Paid acting role

• Union rates apply where applicable

• Valuable on-set experience for young performers

Female Athlete for Educational Video

Job Description
A global educational video project is casting a female athlete for a short K–12 video segment. This role features an athletic performance moment and is ideal for young talent with strong long-jump ability. Filming is brief, professional, and focused on showcasing physical skill in an educational setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a long jump on camera as part of an educational video

• Follow simple on-set direction from the production team

• Present athletic ability clearly and confidently on camera

• Maintain professionalism during a short filming session

Requirements

• Female athlete ages 16–22

• Must be able to long jump approximately 3.5 meters

• Comfortable performing athletic movement on camera

• Available for a short filming commitment

Compensation

• Paid role

• Short filming time (approximately 1–1.5 hours)

• Professional on-set experience for an educational video

Stand-In Role for Television Production

Job Description
A scripted television production is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in to support continuity and lighting setups on set. This non-speaking stand-in role is ideal for talent with a close physical match to a principal actor and availability for professional on-set work. Prior on-set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during technical setups

• Maintain consistent positioning, posture, and movement as directed

• Work closely with the crew to support lighting and camera preparation

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian female

• Light brown or dark blonde hair

• Height between 5’3” and 5’4”

• Weight range between 105–125 lbs

• Must closely match the required physical specifications

• Available to work as a non-speaking stand-in on a TV set

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role on a professional television production

Restaurant Commercial Casting – Principal Roles

Job Description
A restaurant commercial is casting principal talent for a polished, non-speaking commercial shoot. This production is seeking sophisticated performers to portray restaurant patrons and kitchen professionals in visually driven scenes. Talent may be cast as individuals or as a real couple, and all roles require a refined, camera-ready presence. Filming will take place in South Florida, and local hires only will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a principal performer in a restaurant commercial

• Portray natural, believable interactions in non-speaking scenes

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and performance

• Maintain a professional, polished appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be local to South Florida

• Comfortable working in a non-speaking, visual performance role

• No visible tattoos

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Patron Husband

    • Male, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

    • No long beards

  • Patron Wife

    • Female, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

  • Butcher / Chef

    • Male, ages 30–40

    • Any ethnicity

    • No long hair or long beards; willing to shave if needed

    • Comfortable cutting large cuts of meat and properly handling knives

    • Restaurant or culinary experience is a plus

Compensation

• Principal talent rate: $850 per day

• Usage and industry deductions apply

• Paid commercial role

Marching Band Performers for Major Apparel Campaign

Job Description
A major apparel brand is casting a local marching band for a professional commercial shoot. This project is seeking experienced musicians who can perform confidently on camera and visually represent a high school–style marching band. Talent will participate in fittings and a full shoot day as part of a high-profile apparel campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a marching band in a commercial shoot

• Play marching band instruments such as drums, brass, woodwinds, or percussion

• Follow creative and performance direction on set

• Maintain energy, timing, and visual coordination during filming

Requirements

• Must be a local hire

• Legal age 18+ but must convincingly look like a high school senior

• Open to all genders and all ethnicities

• Must have marching band experience

• Must provide photos or videos demonstrating musical skills

• Comfortable working on camera in a performance setting

Compensation

• Fitting pay: $250 (up to 3 hours)

• Session pay: $500 (up to 8-hour shoot day)

• Usage pay: $1,500 (guaranteed at booking)

• Usage rate subject to standard industry deductions

Youth Soccer Players and Soccer Parents for Apparel Campaign

Job Description
A commercial apparel campaign is casting youth soccer players and real soccer parents for a kids’ clothing shoot. This project is seeking energetic boys and girls who play soccer, along with authentic soccer families, to appear in a professional apparel production. Filming will take place in Miami and will showcase active, real-life soccer moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera apparel shoot for a kids’ clothing brand

• Perform basic soccer movements naturally on set

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams

• Represent an active soccer lifestyle in a fun, family-friendly environment

Requirements

• Boys and girls who fit children’s clothing size 7/8

• Youth soccer players with team or recreational experience

• Real soccer parents to appear alongside youth players

• Must be available across the listed shoot window

• Must be comfortable on camera in an active setting

Compensation

• Youth soccer players: $500

• Soccer parents: $1,000

• Paid commercial apparel roles

Firefighter Background Roles for Television Series

Job Description
A network television drama is casting non-union background talent to portray firefighters for upcoming scenes. This opportunity is open to new faces only and is ideal for performers with a fit, athletic appearance who are interested in working on a professional TV set. Filming will take place in the Nashville/Franklin area, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a firefighter in scripted television scenes

• Take direction from assistant directors and the production team

• Maintain continuity, focus, and professionalism on set

• Be available for extended on-set hours as needed

Requirements

• Non-union background talent

• New faces only (must not have previously worked as a firefighter on this series)

• Males ages 25–50 with fit physiques

• Limited female availability for those who fit smaller uniform sizes

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville or Franklin area

• Must be flexible and available for a full day on set, even if not used the entire time

• Must fit available uniform sizing (jackets and pants provided by production)

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

• Paid non-union background role on a television series

Kids for Major Telecom Commercial

Job Description
A major telecom commercial is casting new, local youth talent for an upcoming on-camera project. This opportunity is open to boys and girls who are comfortable reading scripted lines and performing naturally on camera. The commercial will feature kids using mobile technology in fun, relatable scenarios, and selected talent will work with professional directors on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted lines on camera
• Take direction from the director and production team
• Portray natural, expressive reactions in commercial scenes
• Attend an in-person audition with a parent or guardian

Requirements

• Boys and girls up to age 17
• Must be able to read and perform scripted dialogue
• New faces only
• Must be local to the Las Vegas area
• Parent or guardian must be present for auditions and filming
• Comfortable working on a professional commercial set

Compensation

• $1,500 per day
• Additional usage pay if applicable
• Paid commercial role