Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Commercial Content Shoot: Male Actor for Dramatic Short Skits

Job Description
A production is casting a male actor for a commercial-style content shoot featuring short scripted skits. This paid acting role is ideal for performers who can memorize quickly, jump into improv, and bring a dramatic, camera-ready performance across multiple skits filmed back-to-back. If you’ve got strong presence and can deliver expressive reactions on cue, this is a great opportunity to build content credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in 5–6 short skits filmed consecutively with consistent energy and focus.

• Memorize lines efficiently and deliver dialogue with natural timing and emotion.

• Improvise when needed to strengthen comedic or dramatic beats.

• Take direction well and adjust performance quickly between takes.

• Stay professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the shoot day.

Requirements

• Male actor, age range 21–35 (or able to portray).

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Strong memorization skills and comfort with improv and dramatic moments.

• Must have reliable transportation to and from set.

• Must be healthy and able to work on set (no illness/fever).

Compensation

• $200 flat rate.

• $50 gas bump.

Real People Casting: Black Women for Skincare Brand Campaign

Job Description
A skincare brand campaign is now casting Black women ages 35–75 to share real-life stories about bold choices that changed their lives for the better. This paid real people casting call is looking for authentic, confident women with powerful journeys—whether you changed careers, started a solo adventure, built a new business, became a late bloomer in health or creativity, rebuilt confidence, navigated fertility or IVF, left a relationship, or made a major lifestyle change. If your story is inspiring and your love of skincare is real, this commercial campaign is looking for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your real story on camera in an interview-style commercial shoot.

• Participate in filming that highlights your skincare routine and personal journey.

• Follow direction during interviews, lifestyle moments, and planned shoot setups.

• Potentially take part in still photography and short video content for campaign use.

• Be available for a multi-day production schedule and remain professional on set.

Requirements

• Black women, ages 35–75.

• Comfortable speaking on camera about your real-life experience and personal transformation.

• Open to portraying your authentic self (not an acting role).

• Must be available for a two-day shoot schedule in January (specific dates shared upon selection).

• Willing to be featured across multiple platforms including social, web, retail/print, and potential out-of-home advertising (usage details provided upon selection).

Compensation

• £3,500 per person (paid booking).

Little League Game Day Roles: Families, Spectators, and Umpire

Job Description
A scripted production is casting background and featured atmosphere roles for a Little League baseball game day scene. Talent is needed to portray Little League families and spectators, minor family members, and a Little League umpire. This is a great opportunity for performers and real people who can bring authentic game-day energy, follow on-set direction, and help build a lively baseball crowd environment. Guaranteed pay applies, with overtime available when filming runs long.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Little League crowd member, family attendee, or game-day participant on camera.

• Follow direction for reactions, cheering, movement, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Take direction quickly and remain professional in a busy set environment.

• For umpire role: perform basic umpire actions and movement in game play moments.

Requirements

• Little League Families & Spectators: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+.

• Little League Family Members (Minors): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 8–17 (must have parent/guardian coordination).

• Little League Umpire: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+; umpire/baseball experience preferred.

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must keep sizing information accurate for wardrobe needs.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full filming day that may run long.

Compensation

• $96 guaranteed for up to 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Vertical Drama Series Casting: Non-Union Actors with European Look

Job Description
A vertical drama series is now casting non-union male and female actors (18+) for several roles. Production is seeking talent with a European look and strong on-camera presence for short-form, vertical storytelling. If you can deliver natural, emotionally believable performances and take direction well, this is a great opportunity to build credits in scripted digital series work.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes designed for vertical/phone-format viewing.

• Take direction from the creative team and adjust performance quickly between takes.

• Deliver clear emotional beats, reactions, and dialogue with strong on-camera presence.

• Work professionally on set, arriving prepared and staying focused through multiple setups.

• Provide required materials (photos/reel/self-tape) to support casting decisions.

Requirements

• Non-union actors, ages 18+.

• Male and female talent with a European look.

• Accents may include American, British, or Australian (depending on the role).

• Body type notes: male athletic/fit/muscular; female slim build (as specified for certain roles).

• Must be able to work locally and be reliable, punctual, and camera-ready.

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate and terms shared upon selection).

Featured Background Teen Girls (Ages 13–14) for Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is now casting Asian teen girls ages 13–14 for featured background roles. This is a paid opportunity for young performers who are comfortable on camera, can follow direction on a professional set, and want real film set experience. If your teen has great on-camera presence and can work as a local hire in Austin, this is a strong chance to earn a screen credit and get exposure to a major production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a feature film scene with natural reactions and presence.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional throughout multiple takes.

• Work well in a set environment with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and appearance for continuity across scenes.

Requirements

• Teen girls ages 13–14 (must be able to portray this age range).

• Asian talent only.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided).

• Parent/guardian must be available to coordinate and support the minor on set as required.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full production day.

Compensation

• $150 per day (production day rate; schedule may run up to 12 hours).

Union Male Talent Needed for TV Comedy Series (New Faces)

Job Description
A TV comedy series is casting new faces for union background roles in an upcoming shoot. Production is seeking two white male performers in their early to mid-20s with a hockey/jock type look. This is a great opportunity for ACTRA talent looking to book professional on-camera work and gain experience on a scripted comedy set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters with natural, believable reactions in scripted scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, stay camera-ready, and remain professional throughout the day.

• Work respectfully with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White male talent, early to mid-20s (or able to portray).

• Hockey/jock type look preferred.

• ACTRA union members only.

• Must be a new face (not previously used on this series).

• Must have current photos (chest-up and full-length) and be reliable and punctual.

Compensation

• Paid union background role (rate provided per ACTRA agreement upon selection).

TV Series Background Extras: Clean-Shaven Men & Women for “White Shirt” Roles

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring background actors for “White Shirt” roles. Casting is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair and women, ages 40s to 60s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid extra opportunity for local talent who can work professionally on set, follow direction, and arrive wardrobe-ready. A wardrobe fitting may be required, and production needs submissions ASAP for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in “White Shirt” scenes with natural, believable reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe (white shirt) and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain camera-ready, attentive, and professional during long shoot days.

• Communicate clearly with production about prior work on the series (if applicable).

Requirements

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

• Men: clean-shaven with short hair; Women: camera-ready appearance.

• Ages 40s to 60s; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting if requested.

• Must be comfortable with non-speaking extra work and long filming days.

• Do not submit photos taken on set in wardrobe (professional/personal photos only).

Compensation

• $132 for 8 hours (non-speaking background rate).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Featured Firefighter Role: Clean-Shaven Men with Short Hair (TV Series)

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting featured background talent to portray a firefighter (real firefighter experience welcome, but not required). Production is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair, ages 20s–30s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid, non-speaking featured role with a higher rate than standard background, and a wardrobe fitting is expected. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can bring confident, professional presence on camera, this is a great featured extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured firefighter on camera with believable movement and professional presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during takes and resets.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain attentive, camera-ready, and professional during long shoot days.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe and attend fitting if required.

Requirements

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

• Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Ages 20s–30s (or able to portray).

• Comfortable with a non-speaking featured role and long filming days.

• Must not submit on-set wardrobe photos; submit recent, clear photos only.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours (featured pay rate).

Clothing Commercial Casting: Edgy Talent (Ages 18–27) + Gritty Male (40s)

Job Description
A paid clothing commercial is casting local Liverpool talent for two distinct looks. Production is seeking men and women ages 18–27 with striking faces and an edgy, fashion-forward vibe, plus a male in his 40s who is big, tough-looking, and has a weathered, gritty presence. This commercial casting call is ideal for models, actors, and real people with strong on-camera energy and a confident, styled look.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for a clothing commercial, delivering strong presence and natural attitude.

• Take direction for movement, posing, and expression to match the brand’s visual style.

• Model wardrobe confidently and maintain continuity across multiple takes.

• Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and professional throughout filming.

• Work smoothly with the crew and other talent in a fast-paced commercial set environment.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Liverpool.

• Role 1: Men and women ages 18–27 (or able to portray) with edgy style and interesting, expressive faces.

• Role 2: Male in his 40s (or able to portray), big/tough build, weathered and gritty look.

• Comfortable being filmed and taking direction on set.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full shoot schedule as booked.

Compensation

• Paid booking (rate and usage details provided upon selection).

1960s Savannah Pedestrians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting 1960s Savannah pedestrians for background extra work. Production is seeking Black men and women ages 18–80 who can help create an authentic street atmosphere with natural, camera-ready movement and reactions. If you have a classic look and can follow direction on set, this is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional period film/TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1960s-era pedestrian in street scenes with natural movement and realistic reactions.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a period-appropriate look and stay consistent across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work in a professional set environment.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe/costume needs.

Requirements

• Black men and women, ages 18–80.

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

• Clean-shaven or mustache-only looks preferred (period-appropriate).

• Natural hair colors preferred; visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered.

• Comfortable wearing 1960s-style wardrobe provided or assigned by costume.

Compensation

• $100 per day.