Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Outside School Scene Extras Casting

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background actors to work an outside school scene in the Chicago area. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for men and women who can deliver natural, everyday reactions in an outdoor setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in an exterior school scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and crowd reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (wardrobe consistency, placement, and actions)

• Work professionally on set and remain available throughout filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

After School Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A short film is now casting SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent for lead and supporting roles. This character-driven story follows a sensitive young boy navigating “feminine” interests while facing rigid expectations around masculinity. Casting is open to all ethnicities, with roles for child actors and adult performers. Filming will take place in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a short film production, including emotional and dialogue-driven moments

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with cast for natural, authentic performances

• Maintain professionalism on set, including punctuality, focus, and continuity between takes

• For select adult roles, participate in intimacy scenes with appropriate coordination and consent practices

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

• Lead Child Role: Male, ages 4–8 (bright, bubbly, expressive; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Child Role: Female, ages 4–8 (energetic, self-aware, playful; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Adult Role: Male, 30s–40s (blue-collar/construction-worker type; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Male, ages 25–40 (masculine, intense; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Female, ages 22–30 (warm, fun, playful teacher energy; comedic timing a plus)

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian per production rules and child performer requirements

Compensation

• $125/day

Music Video and Brand Campaign Casting

Job Description
A music video and brand campaign is now casting talent for a high-energy production filming in Atlanta. This paid opportunity is seeking a featured female lead, a strong athletic male boxer, a confident ring girl, a commanding ring announcer, and background extras. If you’re looking for on-camera work in a stylized brand campaign with bold performance moments, this casting call is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a music video and brand campaign with a boxing-themed setting.

• Take direction from the production team to deliver natural reactions, movement, and performance energy.

• Maintain continuity across takes, including wardrobe consistency and blocking.

• Work professionally on set in a fast-paced environment with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Lead: African American female model/actor, ages 21–35, strong on-camera presence and natural chemistry.

• Boxer: Male, ages 20–32, athletic build and strong physical appearance (all ethnicities).

• Ring Girl: Female, age 21+, confident and high-energy presence (any ethnicity).

• Ring Announcer: Male, age 30+, high energy with a strong, commanding voice (any ethnicity).

• Extras: Male and female, age 18+ (all ethnicities encouraged to apply).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

Compensation

• Paid role(s) (rate details provided upon selection).

Greek God Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A short film titled Greek God is casting talent for paid speaking roles filming in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area. This project explores mythic themes, desire, and obsession, following a young man whose physical attraction spirals into an unsettling path. If you’re looking for an indie short film acting opportunity with dramatic, emotionally driven material, this is a great role-based casting call to consider.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a short film production with dramatic and emotional storytelling

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with cast for authentic performances

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and on-set focus throughout filming

• Be prepared for character-driven themes involving intensity, desire, and inner conflict

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Greater Grand Rapids, MI area

• Billy: Male, 20s, winged deity with an emotional, vigorous charge toward others

• Zane: Male, 20s, mystifying deity who shows love for pain and nature

• Sienna: Female, 30s, a quiet character with deep thoughts and an escalating sense of peril

• Comfortable performing in a darker, dramatic indie short film tone

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction on set

Compensation

• $85 per day

Blessing in Disguise TV Movie Casting: Background Extras

Job Description
A non-union movie for television is now casting background extras for Blessing in Disguise, filming in Buffalo, New York. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent who can bring natural, everyday energy to family-friendly scenes. If you’re based near Buffalo and looking to build credits in a TV feature production, this is a great chance to get on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in non-speaking TV movie scenes

• Follow direction from the background team for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (wardrobe consistency, placement, and actions)

• Arrive on time and remain professional and set-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Non-union background actors, all looks encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Buffalo, NY (local hire only; within approximately 60 miles)

• Comfortable working in group scenes and taking direction on set

• Reliable transportation and punctual, professional attitude

Compensation

• $15.50 per hour (8-hour guarantee)

Holy Trip Background Actors Casting

Job Description
A supernatural vertical comedy/drama is seeking background actors for upcoming scenes featuring both a mystical, upscale healing night and an everyday daytime exterior setting. This is a great opportunity for Atlanta-area talent looking to build credits, work on a stylized vertical series, and bring authentic energy to lively group scenes. Background performers will receive on-screen credit and on-set meals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles in a supernatural comedy/drama for vertical content

• Take direction for movement, reactions, and continuity across takes

• Help create believable atmosphere in group scenes with natural energy

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 20s–40s

• Comfortable working in two distinct settings:

  • A swanky, mystical healing night (vendors and attendees; robes, crystals, mood lighting vibe)

  • A daytime exterior parking lot scene (drivers, pedestrians, nearby bystanders)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta

• Reliable, able to follow direction, and comfortable in busy background environments

Compensation

• On-screen credit

• On-set meals

Outside School Scene Casting: Background Extras

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background extras to appear in an outside school scene. This is a great opportunity for talent in the Chicago area to gain on-set experience and work in a professional production environment. Casting is looking for a natural, everyday look and authentic reactions for exterior crowd-style moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles in an outdoor school setting

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (placement, actions, wardrobe consistency)

• Arrive on time, stay set-ready, and work professionally with a large group

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Half the Horse Casting Call: Two Actresses

Job Description
A narrative video art project is casting two actresses for lead roles in a story centered on two partners who share a horse—until the horse lands an office job and their reality starts to shift. Auditions will be held online, with in-person callbacks in Manhattan. All dialogue is in English, and performers should be comfortable carrying emotionally grounded scenes with subtle comedy and surreal storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a narrative video art production with scripted English dialogue

• Collaborate with the director to bring nuanced, character-driven moments to life

• Participate in online auditions and attend in-person callbacks in Manhattan if selected

• Maintain professionalism, preparation, and consistency across rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Role 1: Chinese female, age 24 (all dialogue in English)

• Role 2: Chinese/East Asian female, age 35+ (all dialogue in English)

• Strong acting ability with natural delivery and emotional range

• Comfortable working in a surreal, narrative-driven video art style

• Must be able to attend Manhattan callbacks if requested

Compensation

• Paid (details provided upon selection)

Featured Background Boys Needed for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major motion picture is casting featured background boys to portray sons in a period drama filming in the Buffalo, NY area. This is a great opportunity for young talent with a natural, believable on-camera presence. The production is seeking both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent, and roles will be featured in scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “son” role in a film scene.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, reactions, and continuity.

• Maintain consistent look and performance across multiple takes.

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a busy set environment.

Requirements

• Boys ages 10–15 (featured background roles).

• Caucasian; light brown to dirty blonde hair preferred to match family look.

• Comfortable working on camera and taking direction.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area.

• Parent/guardian must be available for any required minor work guidelines.

Compensation

• Paid featured background role.

• Union rate for SAG-AFTRA background (8-hour guarantee); non-union talent considered.

Millennial Woman Content Creator Casting for Social Media Campaign

Job Description
A non-union social media campaign is casting one millennial woman content creator for lifestyle-focused content tied to wellness, fashion, and health. This is a great opportunity for creators who are comfortable on camera, understand social-first storytelling, and can deliver natural, relatable performances for brand content. Casting is open to all ethnicities and body types, and the shoot will take place in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Create on-camera lifestyle content for a social media campaign (wellness, fashion, health)
• Follow creative direction while keeping delivery natural, upbeat, and authentic
• Pose and perform for photo/video content that fits a modern social aesthetic
• Work professionally on set and collaborate with the production team

Requirements

• Millennial woman, ages 29–35
• All ethnicities and all body types encouraged to apply
• Interest in wellness, fashion, and health
• Comfortable on camera with a confident, relatable presence
• Social media skills and content creation experience are a plus
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• $2,700