Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Teens and Youth Needed for National PSA Campaign

Job Description
A national public service announcement for Kids Help Phone is casting teens and youth across Canada to portray powerful, emotionally resonant roles. This campaign focuses on real stories and lived experiences, spotlighting strength, vulnerability, and hope. The production team is specifically seeking Indigenous, Trans, Non-Binary, Queer youth, and individuals with disabilities. All talent must be able to convey layered emotion through subtle expressions and movement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray key roles in a high-impact PSA with sensitivity and authenticity

• Express nuanced emotion through minimal dialogue or silent action

• Attend casting callbacks, fittings, and full-day shoot

• Work with a professional team to bring awareness to mental health support

Requirements

• Age range: 10–21

• Must be available for both shoot days

• Must represent one or more of the following communities: Indigenous, Trans, Non-Binary, LGBTQ+, or living with disabilities

• Casting the following roles:

  • Diary Hero: Non-binary teen (12–16), capable of handwriting and expressing anxiety

  • Blurred Hero: Transgender female (appears 17–18), comfortable applying makeup on camera

  • Fighter Hero: Trans male or non-binary (appears 17–21), must be able to throw a punch and portray injury

  • Game Hero: Indigenous male (appears 10–16)

  • Cast Hero: All genders (ages 10–20) with visible disability

  • Dance Hero: 2SLGBTQ+ male (appears 17–18), any ethnicity

Compensation

• $500 honorarium

• $75 fitting fee (if applicable)

• Usage: 18 months across TV, cinema, OOH, digital, and social media

• Inclusive of all edits, versions, and agency fees

Experienced Line Cooks for Television Series Background Role

Job Description
A critically acclaimed TV series is casting real, experienced line cooks to appear in an upcoming kitchen scene set in a Tribeca-based restaurant. This production is looking for culinary professionals who can authentically execute kitchen tasks on camera, adding realism and energy to a scripted environment. This is a great opportunity for chefs to showcase their skills while stepping into the world of television.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform realistic food preparation and cooking tasks during filming

• Work in a functioning kitchen setup as part of a background team

• Follow direction from the production crew and maintain continuity between takes

• Bring natural presence and professionalism to the set

Requirements

• Must be an experienced or currently working line cook

• Comfortable being filmed while cooking and performing kitchen tasks

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot in Tribeca

• Punctuality and flexibility required for on-set timing

Compensation

• Paid at SAG background rate: $226 for 8 hours

• On-set experience with a major television production

• Great opportunity for industry exposure and networking

Elderly Talent for Comedy Series

Job Description
A Channel 4 comedy series is casting elderly talent to portray care home residents in a new scripted project filming in London. The production is seeking individuals aged 70–85 from ethnically and racially diverse backgrounds who are naturally funny, full of life, and comfortable being themselves on screen. No prior acting experience is required—just a great sense of humor, energy, and personality. Wheelchair users in this age group are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray care home residents in a comedic setting

• Bring warmth, natural charm, and humor to your role

• Follow light direction while contributing to a relaxed, authentic on-screen dynamic

• Represent diversity and lived experience in a scripted format

Requirements

• Age range: 70 to 85 years old

• Open to all ethnic and racial backgrounds

• No acting experience necessary

• Must be based in London

• Wheelchair users within this age group are welcome

• Must be available to shoot during the week commencing July 9th

Compensation

• Paid role in a professionally produced television series

• Great opportunity for first-time performers

• Inclusive, supportive production environment

Background Talent with Physical Disabilities for TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking background actors with physical disabilities to appear in upcoming exterior scenes. The production is committed to authentic representation and encourages submissions from individuals with cerebral palsy, wheelchair users, and others living with visible physical disabilities. Filming will take place in high-traffic outdoor locations in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in exterior scenes for a scripted television episode

• Follow light direction from the assistant director and maintain consistency across takes

• Represent real-life diversity and bring natural presence to the environment

Requirements

• Must have a visible physical disability

• All genders, ethnicities, and body types welcome

• Must be available for one of the scheduled shoot dates

• Comfortable being filmed in public outdoor locations

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Filming in Tribeca or Central Park

• Inclusive, professional set environment with accessibility support

Upscale Non-Union Background Talent for Restaurant Scene

Job Description
A scripted television drama is seeking non-union background talent to portray elegant restaurant patrons in a high-end dining scene. Filming will take place at a Manhattan location, and production is looking for individuals who exude style, sophistication, and modern chic. This is a great opportunity to step into a polished on-screen environment and be part of a high-profile series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale diners in a visually dynamic restaurant interior

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated, fashionable attire

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and background coordinator

Requirements

• Must be non-union

• Must be available for scheduled filming in Manhattan

• Must bring formal or upscale wardrobe options suitable for fine dining

• Should be comfortable performing in a polished, high-end environment

Compensation

• Paid non-union background role

• Network-level production credit

• Great visibility in a recurring series scene

Hispanic Male Actor for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting for the role of a dealer in an upcoming episode. This project will feature dramatic reenactments with scripted dialogue and is intended for a TV broadcast network. The production is seeking a Hispanic male actor who can portray intensity and realism in scenes involving scripted violence and crime-related content. This is a one-day shoot with hotel accommodations included.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting role in a scripted true crime scene

• Perform scenes involving crime-related and violent subject matter

• Follow on-set direction during a single-day shoot

• Contribute to the realism and dramatic tone of the reenactment

Requirements

• Hispanic male, ages 30–40s

• Comfortable with violent or murder-related scripted content

• Must be available for a Wednesday afternoon shoot

• Acting demo or footage preferred but not required

Compensation

• $200/day

• Hotel accommodation provided for non-local talent

• One-day commitment

Casting Call: Disneyland Talent Opportunity

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is now open for dynamic, expressive talent to participate in a high-profile Disneyland casting project. This role seeks confident individuals with charisma and a strong screen presence to represent a magical and iconic brand. If you’re passionate about entertainment and ready to shine in a creative setting, this could be your next big moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in professional filming or promotional activities for Disneyland

• Follow direction from the casting and production team to deliver engaging performances

• Represent the brand with energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism

• Collaborate with a creative team to bring storytelling concepts to life

Requirements

• Male and Female talent, aged 18–35

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable performing on camera and taking creative direction

• Punctual, professional, and enthusiastic

Compensation

• Flat rate: $1,900

Casting Nationwide for Banking Commercial

Job Description
Are you an outgoing, camera-friendly individual with a unique story to tell? This nationwide casting call is seeking vibrant personalities to appear in an upcoming campaign celebrating real customers who use modern banking tools in everyday life. Whether you’re new to the screen or an experienced performer, this is a fantastic chance to step into the spotlight, travel, and earn for being yourself—no experience required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in video shoots that showcase real user experiences

• Share your story and personality on camera in a relaxed, authentic way

• Collaborate with a professional creative team during production

• Represent the brand with confidence and relatability

Requirements

• Must be an active user of a modern banking app or card

• No prior acting or on-camera experience necessary

• Must be available to travel if selected

• Open to individuals of all backgrounds nationwide

Compensation

• Earn up to $3,600

• Travel and accommodations covered

Casting Call for Jogger Role in TV Series

Job Description
Join the cast of a major television series for a one-day shoot as a featured background jogger. This casting call is ideal for actors who can bring natural movement and realism to an outdoor jogging scene. Be part of a high-caliber production alongside top-tier talent in an exciting filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jogger in an exterior scene with believable movement

• Take direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain continuity and consistency in performance across takes

Requirements

• Male, mid to late 20s

• Must be physically fit and able to jog comfortably on camera

• Caucasian appearance

• Reliable and able to arrive on time for an early morning call

Compensation

• $129.60 for 8 hours

• $25 bonus for jogging activity

Casting Call for Runner Role in TV Series

Job Description
A top-tier television production is seeking a male actor to portray a runner in an outdoor scene for a one-day shoot. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work with an established crew on a premium series. If you’re athletic and camera-ready, this is your moment to shine.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform running actions naturally and consistently during filming

• Take clear direction from production staff to match scene requirements

• Contribute to the realism and energy of the shoot

Requirements

• Male, mid to late 20s

• Must be physically fit and able to run on camera

• Caucasian appearance

• Professional attitude and punctual for early call time

Compensation

• $129.60 for 8 hours

• $25 bonus for runner-specific action