Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Home Improvement Brand Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A major home improvement brand is casting talent for an upcoming commercial campaign filming in Los Angeles. The production is seeking adults and young children to portray authentic, relatable individuals in a modern home environment. Talent should have a natural, confident, and approachable presence that reflects everyday family life. This non-union project includes both still photography and motion content with usage across North America.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray relatable characters in a home improvement commercial campaign
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Participate in photo and video shoots as scheduled
• Attend fittings if required
• Maintain a professional attitude on set throughout production

Requirements

• Adults and children who fit the character descriptions below:
  • Child/Toddler: Ages 3–5
  • Multitasker: Male, ages 40–50
  • Journaler: Female, ages 50–60, gray or silver hair is a plus
  • Yogi/Bather/Mother: Female, ages 35–40
• Any ethnicity encouraged to apply
• Should appear confident, warm, sophisticated, and authentic
• Must be comfortable in front of the camera
• Available for filming in Los Angeles
• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• Child/Toddler: $2,000 plus agency fee
• Multitasker: Up to $8,000 for one shoot day or $7,000 for two shoot days, plus agency fee
• Journaler: Up to $10,000 for one shoot day or $8,000 for two shoot days, plus agency fee
• Yogi/Bather/Mother: $8,000 for two shoot days, plus agency fee
• Additional compensation includes commercial usage rights and media exposure across North America

Netflix Series Background Actors & Stand-Ins

Job Description

A hit streaming series is preparing for its upcoming season and is seeking background actors, stand-ins, and specialty talent for recurring opportunities. Production is looking for both returning performers and new faces to portray a variety of roles throughout the season. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors, experienced background performers, athletes, and specialty talent to gain on-set experience on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in television scenes
• Portray a variety of characters in school, gym, social, and community settings
• Follow direction from production staff and assistant directors
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
• Stand-in opportunities may be available for qualified talent
• Participate in recurring roles throughout the season when needed

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older, or younger talent who can portray high school students
• Open to new and experienced background actors
• Reliable transportation and availability for filming schedules
• Comfortable working on a professional television set
• Specialty talent encouraged to apply, including:
  • High school students
  • High school wrestlers with experience
  • Middle school wrestlers with experience
  • Athletic gym-goers
  • Spin class participants with experience
  • Dive bar patrons
  • Teachers
  • Upscale and wealthy-looking individuals
• Wrestling experience preferred for wrestler-specific roles

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunities
• Potential recurring work throughout the season
• Stand-in opportunities for selected talent
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a major streaming series

Influencers, Content Creators & Entrepreneurs for YouTube Challenge Series

Job Description

A new YouTube competition series is casting ambitious influencers, content creators, aspiring entrepreneurs, and business-minded individuals for a high-stakes challenge. Participants will be given $100 and seven days to turn it into as much money as possible, with the winner taking home a grand prize of $10,000. This is not a class or training program—it’s a real-world entrepreneurial competition designed to test creativity, strategy, and hustle under pressure.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a seven-day business and entrepreneurship challenge
• Develop and execute strategies to grow an initial $100 investment
• Document and share progress throughout the competition
• Appear on camera for a YouTube series
• Demonstrate creativity, problem-solving, and business acumen
• Compete against other participants in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Influencers, content creators, aspiring entrepreneurs, or business-minded individuals
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Strong communication and networking skills
• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities quickly
• Self-motivated and competitive mindset
• Must be local to Southern California
• Available for filming in the Los Angeles area

Compensation

• Opportunity to compete for a $10,000 grand prize
• Featured appearance in a YouTube competition series
• Exposure to a large online audience
• Networking and personal brand-building opportunities
• Real-world entrepreneurial experience

Content Creators for State Fair Classic 2026

Job Description

State Fair Classic is seeking talented content creators to help capture and share the excitement of one of the nation’s premier HBCU football events. Creators will have the opportunity to produce engaging content across multiple platforms while gaining exclusive access to event experiences.

This opportunity is ideal for influencers, photographers, videographers, TikTok creators, sports content creators, lifestyle creators, and social media personalities looking to expand their portfolios and connect with a large audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture photo and video content during State Fair Classic events
• Create engaging social media content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook
• Document game-day experiences, fan engagement, and behind-the-scenes moments
• Produce sports, lifestyle, and event-focused content
• Collaborate with event organizers and media teams when needed
• Share content that highlights the energy and atmosphere of the event

Requirements

• Open to content creators, influencers, photographers, videographers, and social media personalities
• Experience creating digital content for social platforms preferred
• Strong storytelling and audience engagement skills
• Ability to capture high-quality photos and/or videos
• Passion for sports, entertainment, and live events
• Reliable, professional, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

Selected creators may receive:

• Game tickets
• Fair access
• Content creation opportunities
• Exclusive event experiences

Kids and Teen Actors for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is now casting kids and teen actors for an exciting project filming in Las Vegas. This is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to gain on-set experience, work with a professional production team, and potentially appear in a major feature film. No previous acting experience is required, making this casting call ideal for aspiring actors looking to break into the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in feature film scenes as directed by the production team
• Follow instructions from directors and casting staff
• Maintain professionalism and positive energy on set
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming as required
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Ages 8–17
• Must be local to the Las Vegas area
• Willing to learn and take direction
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Dance experience is a plus but not required
• Serious inquiries only
• No prior acting experience necessary

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in a feature film
• Professional film production experience
• Exposure to the entertainment industry
• Potential future casting opportunities

Knicks Fans for Major Athletic Brand Commercial

Job Description

A major athletic brand is seeking real New York Knicks fans for an upcoming non-union commercial campaign filming in New York City. Casting is open to passionate Knicks supporters from all walks of life, including workers who help make New York City run and dedicated fans who live and breathe Knicks basketball.

The production is looking for authentic personalities who can represent the energy, culture, and spirit of New York City and Knicks fandom.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign for a major athletic brand
• Portray authentic Knicks fans in featured campaign scenes
• Attend scheduled filming dates in New York City
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Share your genuine connection to the Knicks and New York culture

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and gender identities
• Must be a real Knicks fan

Preferred submissions include:

Workers Who Are Knicks Fans

• Ages 38–70
• Bodega owners
• Electricians
• Doormen
• Construction workers
• Street vendors
• Cab drivers
• Similar New York City workers

Die-Hard Knicks Fans

• All ages
• All ethnicities
• All gender identities
• Passionate supporters with strong Knicks fandom

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Non-union project
• Compensation not specified

Job Description

An independent sci-fi thriller proof-of-concept series is seeking passionate crew members to join a collaborative filmmaking team. The project follows a group of escaped experimental subjects uncovering connections between a covert government program and emerging wartime escalation protocols.

The production focuses on psychological tension, cinematic realism, survival storytelling, and natural-environment filmmaking. Multiple crew positions are available for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience while contributing to a festival-focused independent production.

Job Responsibilities

Available crew roles include:

• Co-Director
• Director of Photography (DP)
• Camera Operator
• Sound Recordist
• Film Editor
• Post-Production Supervisor
• Colorist / Color Grader
• VFX / CGI Artist
• Fight / Movement Coordinator
• Set Provider / Location Support
• Prop Master
• Production Assistant (PA)
• Lighting Assistant / Gaffer
• Composer / Sound Designer
• Behind-the-Scenes Photographer / Videographer

Responsibilities vary by role and may include production planning, camera operation, audio recording, editing, visual effects creation, location support, lighting setup, music composition, and overall production coordination.

Requirements

• Passion for independent filmmaking and collaborative storytelling.
• Ability to work effectively within a creative team environment.
• Relevant experience for the selected crew position is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to contribute to a zero-budget independent production.
• Availability for production activities in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Portfolio, reel, or previous experience is considered an asset where applicable.

Compensation Details

• This is a voluntary, unpaid opportunity.
• Contributors will receive on-screen credit.
• Portfolio and reel footage access may be provided.
• Festival submission credits where applicable.
• Meals and snacks may be available on shoot days.
• Opportunity to gain collaborative experience on a cinematic independent production.

Job Description

A production is seeking six actors to portray “Fake Rebels” in a social experiment-style project. Selected performers will participate in an interactive panel format where contestants share convincing fictional stories about being imprisoned on extremist-related charges. The panel will attempt to identify the one real rebel among a group of participants.

This role requires strong improvisational and storytelling abilities, as performers must convincingly present a fabricated backstory while engaging with panelists and other participants.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable “Fake Rebel” character during filming.
• Develop and deliver a convincing fictional story as directed by production.
• Participate in panel discussions and interactive questioning.
• Remain in character throughout the filming session.
• Follow production instructions and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Seeking 6 actors of all ethnicities.
• Open to performers of any age.
• Strong improvisation, acting, and storytelling skills preferred.
• Ability to confidently portray a fictional character in a social experiment setting.
• Must submit a recent photo, contact information, and requested application materials.
• Comfortable participating in discussions involving fictional criminal and extremist-related scenarios for entertainment purposes.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $150 flat rate.
• Filming duration: Approximately 4 hours.

Job Description

A production is seeking actors and actresses for a vacation-themed self-tape training project. Selected participants will appear in still photos, video clips, and footage demonstrating actors recording self-tape auditions while on vacation. The content will be used for training modules and educational materials related to self-tape auditioning.

Talent will participate in acting-related scenarios that showcase the process of creating self-tape auditions in a camping or vacation environment. This is a non-union project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in staged self-tape audition recording scenarios.
• Perform in vacation and camping-themed acting segments.
• Follow creative direction and production instructions during filming.
• Appear in promotional still photographs and video footage.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture educational training content.

Requirements

• Open to actors and actresses ages 16–70.
• Must be comfortable appearing in self-tape training footage and still photography.
• Must be willing to follow all production instructions and guidelines.
• Applicants from London, Ontario, Komoka, St. Thomas, Aylmer, and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.
• Previous acting experience is not required but is considered an asset.
• Must submit a headshot or head-and-shoulders selfie against a plain background.
• Must include a brief summary introducing yourself and your interest in participating.
• Resumes and acting experience may be submitted but are optional.

Compensation Details

• This is a non-paid opportunity.
• Selected participants will receive IMDb credits for their involvement in the project.

Twin Boys Needed for Paid TV Show Background Role

Job Description

A television production is seeking Caucasian twin boys with brown hair, ages 9–12, for a paid non-speaking background role in The Woods. Filming will take place in New York, and selected talent must be available for all scheduled production days. This is a great opportunity for young performers to gain professional on-set experience while working on a television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray twin brothers in a television production
• Follow instructions from directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Attend all required filming dates and production activities
• Work effectively in a non-speaking background role

Requirements

• Caucasian twin boys
• Brown hair
• Ages 9–12
• Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian as required
• Available for all scheduled filming dates
• Able to take direction and work comfortably on set
• Comfortable performing in a background role

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on a major television production
• Valuable exposure to the entertainment industry