Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

The University of Miami’s Cinematic Arts program is holding general auditions for upcoming student film productions. Actors selected through this process will be considered for a wide range of roles across more than 30 films scheduled for production this year.

This is an opportunity for performers to collaborate with emerging local directors, gain valuable on-set experience, and expand their professional network while building their acting reel. Auditions will be held in person, with self-tapes considered only for those unable to attend.

Job Responsibilities

• Audition for multiple student film projects under the University of Miami’s Cinematic Arts program

• Perform assigned roles in short films and student-led productions

• Collaborate with student directors, producers, and crew members

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions as required

• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process

Requirements

• Open to actors of all experience levels

• Must submit a current headshot and resume

• Ability to attend in-person auditions in Coral Gables, Florida (self-tapes considered only if unable to attend)

• Availability for filming schedules as assigned per project

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Compensation Details

• Compensation details vary by individual student production

• Actors will receive project-specific information upon selection

• Opportunity to gain professional footage for reels and build industry connections

Union Drag Kings for Background Role

Job Description
A television production filming in the LA/Glendale area is now seeking union background actors who can portray Drag Kings. Casting directors are looking for performers who can bring authenticity, confidence, and strong stage presence to the role.

Talent must be able to provide their own drag king costume, including wardrobe, wig, and makeup. This is a great opportunity for experienced drag performers or actors comfortable embodying drag king personas on a professional set.

Filming is expected to take place toward the end of March, with exact dates to be announced.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Drag King in background scenes

• Provide and wear your own costume, wig, and makeup

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Maintain continuity throughout filming

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Union submissions only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Ability to authentically portray a Drag King

• Must provide your own costume, wig, and makeup

• Available for filming in the LA/Glendale area

• Flexible for end-of-March production timeframe

Compensation

• Union background rate (negotiable per production)

• Professional television set experience

• Opportunity for future background bookings

Union Background Actors with Hacky Sack Experience

Job Description
A production in the Los Angeles area is now seeking union background actors with real hacky sack experience for upcoming filming dates. Casting directors are looking for talent who can authentically portray hippies or unhoused individuals while naturally playing hacky sack on camera.

This is a great opportunity for experienced SAG-AFTRA background actors who are registered with Central Casting and available for early March work dates. If you have strong hacky sack skills and can embody a free-spirited or rugged character type, this role is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform hacky sack naturally during background scenes

• Portray hippie or unhoused character types authentically

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors

• Maintain continuity throughout filming

• Be fully available for scheduled work dates

Requirements

• Union talent only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Real hacky sack experience required

• Able to portray hippie or unhoused character types

• Available for potential work dates 3/5 and 3/6

• Must be local to the Los Angeles area

Compensation

• $241 for 8 hours

• Union background rate

• Professional on-set experience

• Opportunity for additional background bookings

Job Description

A new character-driven stage play, Skyhook, is casting three actors for its upcoming festival production premiering at the 2026 Toronto Fringe Festival. This access-focused production explores friendship, pride, and reinvention through the unlikely bond between an aging pilot and a retired pirate at a gambling resort.

The production is seeking versatile, dynamic performers (18+, any gender) for principal roles in this non-union theatrical production. Rehearsals will take place in New York City, with performances scheduled in Toronto, Canada.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the principal characters in a character-driven stage production

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team to develop layered, compelling performances

• Participate in weekly rehearsals in NYC

• Travel internationally for festival performances in Toronto

• Perform consistently and professionally throughout the festival run

• For select roles, perform dual characters as written in the script

Roles

SKY – A pilot and top local aviator. Fatigued rule-following perfectionist. (Doubles as Dr. Claude)

HOOK – A fisher-turned pirate. Deceptive, difficult player.

KINGSLEY – A know-it-all live table dealer who moonlights as a magician. (Doubles as Drapes)

DR. CLAUDE – A dogmatic lecturer and father to Sky. (Doubled by Sky actor)

DRAPES – An authoritative table game floor supervisor to Kingsley. (Doubled by Kingsley actor)

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Open to all genders

• Strong stage acting skills and comfort with character-driven material

• Ability to rehearse in New York City

• Availability for travel and performances in Toronto, Canada

• Must be able to commit to a non-union production

Compensation Details

• Non-union production

• Actors will receive stipends (amount to be determined)

• International travel provided

• Accommodations provided during Toronto performances

MasterClass Commercial – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A spec commercial production is now casting multiple roles for a MasterClass-themed commercial filming in Richmond, VA. This paid, two-day commercial shoot offers non-union talent the opportunity to work with an award-winning creative team on a professionally produced branded project.

Casting directors are seeking strong on-camera performers who can bring authenticity, emotional depth, and natural performances to a short-form commercial narrative. Selected talent must be available for both scheduled shoot days and may be asked to attend a virtual callback prior to final selection.

This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain high-quality commercial credits and expand their professional reel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in scripted commercial scenes

• Participate in a two-day commercial shoot in Richmond, VA

• Follow creative direction from the director and production team

• Deliver natural, brand-aligned performances

• Attend potential virtual callback if selected

Requirements

• Young Ally: Caucasian girl, ages 8–10

• Older Ally: Caucasian female, ages 18–20

• Dad: Caucasian male, ages 40–55, farmer or cowboy type

• Non-union talent only

• Strong on-camera presence and ability to take direction

• Must be available for both shoot dates

• Parent or guardian consent required for minors

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Two-day commercial shoot

• Paid directly by client at the end of shoot

VRBO Commercial – Female Lead

Job Description
A spec commercial project is casting a female lead for a two-day commercial shoot in Richmond, VA. This paid commercial acting opportunity is ideal for athletic, approachable talent who can bring authenticity and natural energy to a lifestyle-focused brand campaign.

The project is connected to a high-quality spec production, offering performers the chance to work with an award-winning creative team. This role requires strong on-camera presence and comfort with physical movement.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the female lead in a commercial production

• Participate in a two-day shoot in Richmond, VA

• Follow direction from the commercial director and creative team

• Perform light physical activity on camera

• Attend virtual callback if selected

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–35

• Athletic build; physical work experience preferred

• Approachable, relatable look (not high-fashion model type)

• Open to all ethnicities

• Dance or movement experience is a plus

• Non-union talent

• Must be available for both shoot days

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Two-day commercial shoot

• Paid directly by client at wrap

• Portfolio-building commercial experience

Non-Union Talent for Doc Replacement Role

Job Description
An urgent casting call is now seeking two non-union actors who can work in Oakville for a documentary-style production. Casting directors are specifically looking for fresh faces who have not previously appeared on this project.

This opportunity requires same-day or immediate availability, with talent able to arrive in Oakville before 2:30 PM. Actors must be professional, reliable, and ready to step into a replacement role for an ongoing documentary shoot.

If you are a non-union performer with flexible availability and can work locally in Oakville, this is a fast-moving casting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a replacement role in a documentary production

• Arrive on set in Oakville before 2:30 PM

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

• Provide accurate measurements and required submission details

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Must not have previously worked on this documentary

• Must be available immediately

• Able to work locally in Oakville

• Submit full name, current photo (including hands if applying for hand double), phone number, email address, and union status

• Provide measurements:

  • Women: height, weight, bust, waist, hips, dress size, shoe size

  • Men: height, weight, neck, jacket, waist, inseam, shoe size

Compensation

• Paid non-union documentary role

• On-set production experience

• Opportunity for future casting consideration

Dinner Customers – Background Role

Job Description
Casting directors are now hiring background actors to portray dinner customers in a television series filming in Atlanta, GA. These scenes call for conservative, clean-cut individuals who can bring natural, everyday energy to a restaurant setting.

Production is seeking a variety of Atlanta types to reflect authentic restaurant guests. New faces only — applicants must not have worked on this season of the show.

This is a paid background opportunity for actors looking to gain experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant guest in dining scenes

• React naturally in background performance

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Attend fitting prior to filming

• Remain available for full-day shoot schedule

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Conservative, clean-cut appearance

• No visible tattoos (unless covered or legally released)

• Must not have worked on this season

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

• Full availability for fitting and filming dates

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours (overtime if applicable)

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed)

• Overtime paid after 12 hours

• On-set television credit and experience

Job Description
A paid testimonial video is now casting a male actor, age 60 or older, for a professional law firm testimonial shoot in Downtown Houston. The project involves portraying a client sharing his experience in a clear, natural, and trustworthy manner.

This is an on-camera role requiring teleprompter reading and a confident, authentic delivery.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a client delivering a testimonial

• Read script from a teleprompter

• Deliver lines clearly and naturally on camera

Requirements

• Male, 60 years old or older

• Professional, trustworthy presence

• Clear and confident speaking voice

• Comfortable reading from a teleprompter

• Natural, non-theatrical delivery

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours

Restaurant Waitstaff – Background Role

Job Description
A major television series is seeking background actors to portray restaurant waitstaff in upcoming Atlanta-based filming. These scenes require polished, conservative, clean-cut individuals who can convincingly play servers or wait staff in an upscale setting.

Production is casting new faces only who have not appeared on this season. Prior restaurant experience is required to ensure authenticity on camera.

This is a great opportunity for Atlanta actors looking to gain paid background work on a high-profile TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant server or waitstaff in background scenes

• Perform realistic serving actions during filming

• Follow on-set direction for movement and timing

• Attend scheduled wardrobe fitting

• Maintain continuity throughout shooting day

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–40

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Conservative, professional, clean-cut appearance

• Must have prior experience as a server or waitstaff

• No visible tattoos (unless covered or legally released)

• Must not have worked on this season

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours (overtime if applicable)

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed)

• Overtime paid after 12 hours

• Valuable television production experience