Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Christmas Party Background Actors for “Dear William”

Job Description

The production “Dear William” is seeking paid background actors for a festive Christmas party scene filming in Greenwood, Mississippi. Casting is looking for adults who can bring a natural, lively presence to an on-camera holiday celebration. Individuals, real couples, families, and groups of friends are encouraged to apply together.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guest at a festive Christmas party.
• Perform natural party interactions and background activity on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Interact naturally with other background performers during the scene.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism between takes.
• Help create an authentic and energetic holiday party atmosphere.

Requirements

• Must be age 18 or older.
• Individuals, real couples, families, and groups of friends are welcome.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a festive Christmas party scene.
• Must be able to work in Greenwood, Mississippi.
• Must follow production direction and remain professional on set.

Compensation

• $10 per hour.
• 8-hour guarantee.

Arabic Band for Live Venue in Abu Dhabi

Job Description

A new live entertainment venue opening in Abu Dhabi is seeking an established Arabic band for a professional performance opportunity. The ideal group will have a strong stage presence, extensive live performance experience, and a repertoire featuring Arabic and Middle Eastern music. This opportunity is specifically for bands currently based in the UAE.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform Arabic and Middle Eastern music for live audiences.
• Deliver engaging, professional performances at the venue.
• Maintain a diverse repertoire suitable for a hospitality and entertainment setting.
• Collaborate with venue and entertainment teams on performance requirements.
• Maintain a strong and consistent stage presence.
• Represent the venue professionally during scheduled performances.

Requirements

• Must be an established Arabic band.
• Must currently be based in the UAE.
• Strong live performance experience required.
• Must have a repertoire covering Arabic and Middle Eastern music.
• Must have excellent stage presence and audience engagement skills.
• Must be available to perform in Abu Dhabi.
• Professional and reliable band lineup required.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; rates will be discussed with selected talent.

Models for Zurich Fashion Week

Job Description

Zurich Fashion Week is seeking models to walk the runway for its upcoming edition in Zurich, Switzerland. This fashion casting opportunity is looking for fresh faces and confident talent ready to showcase designers and bring a professional presence to the runway.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway during Zurich Fashion Week.
• Model clothing and looks selected by participating designers and stylists.
• Follow runway, fitting, and backstage direction from the production team.
• Maintain confidence, professionalism, and strong runway presence.
• Collaborate with designers, stylists, models, and event staff.
• Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and related activities as required.

Requirements

• Aspiring and experienced models are encouraged to apply.
• Must be comfortable walking and performing on a professional runway.
• Strong confidence and runway presence preferred.
• Must follow direction in a fast-paced fashion environment.
• Must be available to work in Zurich, Switzerland.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; rates will be discussed with selected models.

Drag Queens for Medical Docu-Series

Job Description

A medical docu-drama series filming in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking real drag queens for an upcoming episode. The production is casting the role of Anita Kiss, a drag performer experiencing an ankle injury. Talent of all types and adult ages is encouraged to apply for this paid, non-union acting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Anita Kiss, a drag queen experiencing an ankle injury.
• Perform naturally in a medical docu-drama setting.
• Bring authentic drag performance experience and personality to the role.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Perform professionally and maintain character continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Real drag queens of all types are encouraged to apply.
• Must be age 18 or older.
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an ankle injury.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident paying taxes in Ontario for 2025.
• Must be able to work in Toronto, Ontario.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $300–$400.
• Additional $100 kit fee for talent providing their own drag makeup.
• Up to $500 total compensation.

Actors for “Almost” Feature Film

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Almost” is casting paid lead, supporting, and featured roles in Dayton, Ohio. The dramatic production is seeking Black actors for a character-driven story featuring complex relationships, family challenges, personal struggles, and emotional growth. Selected performers should bring authenticity, emotional range, and a strong on-camera presence to their respective characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned lead, supporting, or featured character in the feature film.
• Prepare scripted scenes and deliver natural, emotionally grounded performances.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors and crew.
• Maintain character and performance continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Alauna Richardson: Black female, ages 18–23, lead role. Intelligent, ambitious, polished, and accustomed to being responsible, while facing circumstances that challenge her confidence and control.
• Jamarcus: Black male, ages 21–25, lead role. Charismatic and intensely emotional, with the ability to portray abandonment, rejection, and unresolved childhood trauma.
• Savayah: Black female, ages 24–28, supporting role. Strong-willed, outspoken, defensive, and shaped by unresolved resentment. Must work as a local hire.
• Grandma Cheryl: Black female, 70s, supporting role. Spirited and outspoken character living with dementia who shifts between confusion and moments of clarity. Must work as a local hire.
• Dr. Felicia Dixon: Black female, late 40s–50s, supporting role. Accomplished, compassionate, and believes in second chances. Must work as a local hire.
• Jaslyn: Black female, early 20s, featured role. Outspoken, street-smart, bold, and fiercely protective.
• Must be able to work in Dayton, Ohio.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• Paid roles.
• Lodging provided for the actors portraying Alauna Richardson and Jamarcus.
• Additional rate details will be discussed with selected talent.

Female Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a female stand-in for paid production work in Chicago, Illinois. Casting is looking for talent who can closely match the required physical appearance and work as a stand-in for a child performer. The selected stand-in will assist with lighting, camera setup, and blocking while the production prepares scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a child performer on “Chicago Fire.”
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene preparation.
• Follow blocking and positioning instructions from the production team.
• Remain attentive and available throughout the filming day.
• Maintain consistent positioning for lighting and camera setups.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Ages 20s–30s.
• Blonde hair or light brown hair.
• Approximately 5’0″–5’4″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Must be comfortable standing in for a child performer.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience is a plus.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states of Illinois.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Football Players for “Kings” Season 1

Job Description

The new series “Kings” is seeking male talent with real football experience for paid background work in Atlanta, Georgia. This casting opportunity is open to performers of all ethnicities who have authentic experience playing football and can confidently perform football-related action on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a football player in scenes for the new series “Kings.”
• Perform authentic football movements and actions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and coaching teams.
• Maintain a believable athletic presence throughout filming.
• Work professionally with fellow performers and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Must have real football playing experience.
• Must be comfortable performing football-related action on camera.
• Must be physically capable of participating in required athletic scenes.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours.

Entertainment Performers for 2027 Resort Season

Job Description

A major resort entertainment production in Antalya, Turkey, is casting talented performers for its 2027 season. The Entertainment & Production Department is seeking dancers, actors, hosts, circus artists, specialty performers, and family entertainers for an 11-month contract. This international entertainment opportunity is ideal for versatile artists ready to perform for live audiences in a high-energy resort environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in live entertainment productions and resort experiences.
• Participate in rehearsals, performances, and other assigned entertainment activities.
• Deliver engaging, professional performances for international audiences.
• Follow creative direction from choreographers, directors, and production staff.
• Collaborate with fellow performers and the entertainment team.
• Maintain consistent performance quality throughout the contract.

Requirements

• Seeking WAC performers.
• Seeking professional dancers.
• Seeking stage and character actors.
• Seeking energetic hosts.
• Seeking comedy and mime artists.
• Seeking circus performers and acrobats.
• Seeking performers with original or specialty acts.
• Seeking actors for kids and family theater productions.
• Must be comfortable performing for live audiences.
• Must be able to work in Antalya, Turkey.
• Must be available for an 11-month contract.

Compensation

• $1,200–$2,000 per month, based on experience and performance.

Job Description

A television legal series filming in Culver City, California, is seeking recurring background actors for ongoing courtroom scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is open to performers of all ages and ethnicities who can portray jurors, attorneys, witnesses, defendants, plaintiffs, and courtroom spectators. Selected talent may have opportunities to return for multiple episodes and production days throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray jurors, attorneys, witnesses, defendants, plaintiffs, or courtroom spectators.
• Perform natural reactions during courtroom proceedings and dialogue.
• Return for recurring courtroom scenes when selected by production.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity when returning for multiple production days.
• Help create a realistic and professional courtroom environment.

Requirements

• Open to talent of all ages.
• All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Must be comfortable appearing in courtroom-style television scenes.
• Must be able to work in Culver City, California.
• Talent interested in recurring background work is encouraged to apply.
• Must be reliable, adaptable, and professional on set.
• Previous acting experience is not required.

Compensation

• $120 flat rate

Go-Go Dancers for Major Spanish Artist Music Video

Job Description

A major Spanish artist’s music video filming in Orlando, Florida, is seeking energetic go-go dancers for a paid performance opportunity. This casting call is looking for confident dancers who can bring strong movement, stage presence, and high energy to an on-camera music video performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform go-go dance routines for a professional music video.
• Bring high energy and confident movement to the performance.
• Follow choreography and creative direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Work professionally with fellow dancers, artists, and production crew.

Requirements

• Experienced go-go dancers.
• Must have strong dance ability and confident stage presence.
• Must be comfortable performing on camera in a music video.
• Must be able to follow choreography and production direction.
• Must be able to work in Orlando, Florida.

Compensation

• Paid at wrap; rate will be discussed with selected talent.