Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

SAG Commercial Open Call (Multiple Roles)

Job Description
A SAG commercial is now casting New York City-based talent for a paid commercial project featuring a high-profile celebrity. This NYC casting call is open to both union and non-union performers. Production is seeking authentic, camera-ready people who can bring natural presence, subtle expression, and real set experience (for crew-style on-camera roles). Filming will take place in New York City with a virtual callback and a separate wardrobe day prior to shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a SAG commercial shoot with professional on-set expectations
• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and performance adjustments
• Deliver natural, believable reactions and subtle facial expressions on camera
• Stay camera-ready and maintain continuity across multiple takes
• For crew roles: portray a working film set professional with confidence and realism

Requirements

• Must be NYC-based or able to work as a local in New York City
• Must be fully available for virtual callbacks, a wardrobe day, and shoot days (January window)
• Comfortable on camera with a natural, authentic style
• Roles being cast:
  • Male Suitor: Male, 35–45, American accent, calm/warm/confident, strong nonverbal acting
  • 1st Assistant Director: Male or female, 35–55, American accent, real AD/crew experience preferred
  • Director of Photography: Male or female, 35–65, American accent, real DP experience preferred
  • Mother: Female, early 30s–early 40s, American accent, real moms with real babies encouraged
  • Bellman: Male, mid-50s–mid-60s, American accent; Hispanic or Black; authentic NYC vibe

Compensation

• SAG Commercial Scale
• Usage: 1-year all digital (internet/digital/paid social/site/email, etc.); renewals negotiable
• Territory: Worldwide
• Exclusivity: N/A

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Civilians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray civilians in a police department “bullpen” scene. This extra casting opportunity is great for talent who can take direction, stay natural on camera, and help create a realistic station environment. You’ll need to arrive set-ready with your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a civilian extra in a police department bullpen scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a natural, believable presence during filming

• Arrive prepared with required wardrobe and stay camera-ready

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set for the full workday

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Police Captain / Lieutenant (Featured Background)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray a Police Captain or Lieutenant in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid on-camera role is ideal for performers who can bring an authoritative, professional presence and take direction well in a working set environment. Production may request a costume fitting, and talent must be able to provide wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police captain/lieutenant in a police department scene

• Maintain a believable law enforcement presence on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 30+

• Professional, camera-ready appearance

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production wardrobe guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

DA Staff (Background Role)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray DA Staff in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid extra role is a great fit for performers who can deliver a professional, office-ready look and blend naturally into a busy law enforcement environment on camera. You may be asked to attend a costume fitting, and you must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray district attorney staff in a police department bullpen scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a polished, workplace-appropriate on-camera presence

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Santa Claus (Print Ad Talent)

Job Description
A holiday print project is seeking talent to portray Santa Claus for a paid print shoot. This role is best for performers who can bring a warm, classic Santa presence on camera and arrive fully prepared for a professional set. No travel is provided, so you must be able to work locally.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus for a holiday-themed print campaign

• Take direction from the creative team and deliver natural, joyful expressions

• Maintain a professional, on-time, set-ready presence throughout the shoot

• Provide current photos and accurate sizing details as requested

Requirements

• Male talent able to convincingly portray Santa Claus

• Must have a real beard

• Must be local (no travel provided)

• If you have a Santa costume, be ready to confirm availability

Compensation

• $3,000–$20,000+

Real African American Family (Parents + 2 Kids) for Cruise Lifestyle Shoot

Job Description
A paid family casting is looking for real African American families with kids ages 6–12 to appear in a cruise lifestyle production filming in Fort Lauderdale. This is a family-only booking (not individual adults or children), and all booked family members will work together. Talent must be local to Fort Lauderdale since no travel is provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in lifestyle scenes aboard a cruise setting
• Follow simple direction from the production team for natural interactions
• Be available for flexible call times (call times may change day to day)
• Maintain a professional, cooperative attitude on set as a family unit

Requirements

• Real African American family of 4: 2 parents/guardians + 2 kids (ages 6–12)
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Fort Lauderdale, FL (no travel provided)
• Must already have a valid U.S. passport or ARC card
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. with payment paperwork documentation
• Must be available across multiple shoot days in a mid-December window

Compensation

• $300/day per person
• 4-day booking (per person rate applies each day)
• Typical payment turnaround is about 60 days

Southern Family-Owned Restaurants (Docu-Style Commercial Feature)

Job Description
A major paper towel brand is casting real Southern mom-and-pop restaurants for a paid, docu-style commercial project. They’re looking for family-owned, longtime local favorites known for messy, finger-lickin’ food—think BBQ joints, crab boils, fried chicken spots, rib houses, and more. This casting is focused on big personalities, great stories, and authentic Southern charm. No major chains will be considered, and restaurants must be located in the South. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real restaurant/business in a commercial-style shoot

• Share your restaurant’s story and personality on camera

• Work with the production team during filming in a real working environment

• Be comfortable showcasing food, staff, and atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Real, family-owned mom-and-pop restaurant (no major chains)

• Must be located in the Southern U.S.

• Must serve “messy eating” style food (BBQ, crab boils, fried chicken, ribs, etc.)

• Big personalities and strong stories strongly preferred

• Open to filming in a Feb/March 2026 window (TBA)

Compensation

• $3,200 per person

• Paid commercial feature opportunity

Lead Roles for Upcoming Feature Film (Open Casting Call)

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is holding an open casting call for male Vietnamese talent ages 18–25 for a lead role in a literary, character-driven drama. This is a paid acting opportunity for performers who can bring emotional depth, subtlety, and authenticity to an intimate coming-of-age story. The production is seeking talent who can speak at least intermediate Vietnamese (fluent preferred) and speak English with an American accent. Talent may be based in the U.S., Canada, UK, or Australia, but must be able to work on location when scheduled.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a feature film with emotionally nuanced scenes

• Work collaboratively with the director and scene partners in rehearsal and on set

• Deliver dialogue in Vietnamese and English as required by the role

• Portray intimate, mature storytelling moments with professionalism

Requirements

• Male Vietnamese talent, ages 18–25 (must be 18+)

• Must speak at least intermediate Vietnamese (fluent preferred)

• Must speak English with an American accent

• Must be comfortable with same-sex romantic scenes, including kissing and simulated sexual situations

• Must be comfortable with nudity (role includes full buttocks nudity)

• For certain roles, must be comfortable with simulated drug use

• Must be able to work as scheduled on location (production based in the U.S.)

Compensation

• Paid acting roles (rate provided upon booking)

• Lead and supporting lead opportunities available

Law Enforcement Officer (Featured Background, Director Selected)

Job Description
A hit television series is casting featured background talent to portray a Law Enforcement Officer for an upcoming shoot in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a director-selected background role, ideal for performers who can bring an authentic military or law enforcement presence on camera. This is a local hire only, and production is specifically seeking new faces who have not worked on the series this season.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional law enforcement officer in featured background scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity

• Maintain a clean, camera-ready appearance and professional set behavior

• Bring a believable, authoritative presence appropriate for law enforcement

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 21–50, any ethnicity

• Physically fit and in good physical shape

• Military or law enforcement experience preferred

• Professional appearance

  • Men: clean-shaven with short, neat haircuts

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can provide a tattoo artist release)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area (no travel provided)

• Must be a new face who has not worked on this series/season

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid full day even if wrapped early)

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Director-Selected Photo Feature Role (Male)

Job Description
A production is casting an African American male (18+) for a director-selected featured role in a photograph. Talent will be posed as “deceased” in the image, so you must be fully comfortable portraying that look and remaining still on set. This is a great opportunity for performers and models looking to build their portfolio with a paid photo feature in South Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for a featured photograph as directed by the creative team

• Comfortably portray a “dead” look/scene concept for the photo

• Remain still and professional during setup and shooting

• Follow on-set direction and maintain a camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• African American male, age 18+

• Must be comfortable being photographed while appearing “dead”

• Available to work in South Atlanta

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Rate: $96/8