Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A major pharmaceutical brand is casting multiple diverse roles for an upcoming paid campaign. This opportunity is open to Sydney-based talent only, including both non-actors and professional performers. The production is seeking authentic, camera-friendly individuals who can follow direction and represent a broad range of real-world looks and experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a commercial campaign representing a major pharmaceutical brand.

• Follow direction from the director and production team to deliver natural, believable performances.

• Submit required materials (info and photos) for casting review.

• If selected, remain professional on set, including punctuality, wardrobe readiness, and cooperation with crew.

Requirements

• Must be based in Sydney, Australia.

• Open to non-actors and professional actors.

• If represented, submissions should be sent by your agent.

• Must submit requested information and photos by email for consideration.

Role Highlight (as listed in the post):

• Caucasian or Mixed Race

• Male or Female

• Ages 35–60

Compensation Details

• Rate: $5,500.00 each

Job Description

A major bank commercial is seeking real youth sports teams and marching bands for an upcoming paid commercial project. Casting is focused on parents of children who actively participate in organized youth teams. This project highlights teamwork, community, and youth involvement through authentic sports and school activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera commercial production as part of a real youth team

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Parents or legal guardians must be present with participating minors

• Coaches may also be featured as part of the team environment

Requirements

• Parents of children currently involved in one of the following youth teams:

  • Pee Wee Football (ages 6–8)

  • Middle School Cross Country (ages 11–13)

  • High School Marching Bands (ages 14–17)

  • High School Girls Volleyball (ages 14–18)

  • High School Boys Soccer (ages 14–18)

• Children must be actively participating in the listed sport or activity

• Parent or legal guardian must attend if the child is selected

• Coaches associated with the teams are also eligible

Compensation

• $500 per child

• $300 for one parent or legal guardian (must attend)

• $300 for coach

Job Description

A social media campaign for Academy Sports is seeking men and women who are part of running groups or run clubs for principal roles. Production is looking for runners of all ethnicities and various body types who can run confidently on camera and look like they’re genuinely enjoying the experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a social media campaign as a principal runner.

• Run naturally and confidently with a group, maintaining an upbeat, authentic vibe.

• Follow on-set direction from the director and production team.

• Provide requested submission materials and be responsive during the casting process.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–40.

• All ethnicities and body types encouraged to apply.

• Preferably active in a running group or club.

• Must be able to run comfortably on camera and appear natural/joyful while doing so.

• Must work local to Austin, Texas (no travel provided).

• Non-union.

Compensation Details

• $400/day per runner.

• Project type: Social media campaign (runs approximately two weeks).

• Production company: The Bear.

Job Description

Seeking male talent (playing age late 30s to late 40s) to appear in a paid commercial. No previous acting experience is required. Talent must be based in Scotland and available to work in the Central Belt region.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as directed on a commercial set (speaking or non-speaking as assigned).

• Take direction from the director/production team and deliver natural, believable reactions.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and camera-ready with requested wardrobe/appearance adjustments if needed.

• Provide requested information and materials (details + recent photos) during the submission process.

Requirements

• Male talent, playing age late 30s to late 40s.

• Must be based in Scotland (local hire).

• No prior acting experience required.

• Must be able to submit recent photos and basic personal details.

Compensation Details

• Paid commercial opportunity (exact rate not listed).

Job Description

A student commercial is seeking background talent to create a bustling crowd scene for a story featuring a person with an umbrella moving through a busy public setting. This is a great fit for anyone comfortable appearing on camera as part of a crowd environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background extra to help create a realistic crowd scene.

• Follow simple direction from the production team during filming.

• Maintain continuity and repeat movements/positions as needed for multiple takes.

Requirements

• Open to all ages and genders.

• Comfortable working as part of a crowd in a public-style filming environment.

• Able to follow on-set instructions and remain camera-ready during takes.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.

• Travel expenses will be covered.

Job Description

A rush casting call is seeking talent for a staged toy giveaway scene and an on-camera news reporter segment. This project will film as a holiday-style newsbreak covering a Christmas giveaway, featuring families and a reporter delivering the story on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a parent/guardian or child in a staged toy giveaway crowd scene.

• Portray an on-camera news reporter delivering a scripted or guided “newsbreak” segment.

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Parents/Guardians and Kids: Ages 3–14 for the staged toy giveaway scene.

• News Reporter Role: Ability to perform confidently on camera as a reporter character.

• Must be local to the Oak Cliff/Dallas area or able to work as a local hire.

• Comfortable being filmed in a staged, holiday-themed public scene environment.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid role(s).

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking actors who are current USAA members to share a testimonial about their experience with USAA’s services. This opportunity is open to performers who can speak naturally and comfortably on camera about their real customer experience. Talent must also be conflict-free for specific competing categories (listed below).

Job Responsibilities

• Provide an on-camera testimonial discussing your personal experience with USAA.
• Follow producer/director guidance for delivery, tone, and messaging.
• Participate in any required auditions, interviews, rehearsals, or filming as scheduled.
• Maintain a professional, reliable presence throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Must be a current USAA member.
• Must be comfortable speaking on camera and delivering a natural testimonial.
• Must be clear of conflicts in the following categories:
  • P&C Insurance (Home, Renters, Auto Insurance)
  • Banking (including credit cards)
  • Life Insurance
• Must be available to work if selected (production schedule provided by casting).

Compensation Details

Paid opportunity (rate and usage details provided by production upon selection).

Latino Youth Soccer Players for Sporting Goods Commercial

Job Description
A non-union social media commercial is seeking Latino boys and girls ages 5–15 who can confidently play soccer on camera. This is a great opportunity for young talent with real soccer skills to appear in a professional commercial shoot and gain on-set experience in a fast-moving production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform soccer actions naturally for camera (dribbling, passing, basic gameplay)
• Follow simple direction from the director and production team
• Bring strong energy, focus, and a great attitude on set
• Participate in commercial-style scenes for a social media campaign

Requirements

• Latino boys or girls, ages 5–15
• Must have real soccer ability and feel comfortable playing on camera
• Must be non-union
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

Compensation

• $400/day

NYC Male Talent for Commercial Shoot Featuring Fighters, Firefighters, and Workers

Job Description
A paid commercial shoot is seeking NYC-area male talent with strong character looks and real-world experience to match specific featured roles. Production is looking for white men with intense eyes and an authentic, rugged presence—especially those with backgrounds in combat sports, firefighting, construction, or distinctive facial/neck tattoos or scars. This is a great opportunity for talent with a bold on-camera look to land a featured spot in a professional shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a featured role with a strong, natural presence

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Perform simple, realistic actions that match your real-life skill set or job type

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White male talent, NYC-area local

• Ages 29–39 (approx.)

• Intense eyes / strong on-camera look preferred

• Seeking authentic types, including: boxers, MMA fighters, BJJ fighters, firefighters, construction workers, and men with neck/face tattoos or visible scars

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Brooklyn, NY

Compensation

• $1,000 (flat rate)

SAG Commercial Casting: Real Mechanics (Ages 18–30)

Job Description
A SAG commercial is casting real mechanics and actor-mechanics who can authentically work in a shop environment. This opportunity is open to talent ages 18–30, including non-actors, as long as the mechanic experience is real and camera-ready. SAG membership is not required, and travel is provided for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real mechanic in a commercial setting
• Follow direction on set while performing natural, authentic shop actions
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and a cooperative attitude
• Bring genuine mechanical credibility through real-world experience
• Work comfortably in a production environment alongside crew and talent

Requirements

• Ages 18–30
• Real mechanic experience (non-actors welcome)
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• SAG membership not required
• Able to travel if selected (travel provided)

Compensation

• SAG commercial rates (details provided upon selection)
• Travel provided