Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Dancers for Universal Feature Film

Job Description

A major Universal feature film is casting Los Angeles-based dancers and movement artists for upcoming roles portraying high school students. Casting directors are seeking talented performers ages 18–25 who can convincingly play younger characters between the ages of 14 and 18. This is an exciting opportunity for dancers to join a feature film production while showcasing their movement skills on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a dancer or movement artist in a feature film.
• Portray a high school student during filming.
• Follow choreography and direction from the creative team.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Ages 18–25.
• Must be based in the Los Angeles area.
• Dancer or movement artist.
• Must be able to portray a high school student ages 14–18.
• Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Must be available during August through October.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected performers.

Major Hotel Chain Commercial Casting Call for Families, Couples, and Individuals

Job Description

A paid commercial for a major hotel chain is casting families, couples, children, young adults, older adults, and individuals for an upcoming production filming in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Casting directors are also seeking real families or couples with a dog. This is a premium commercial opportunity with travel, accommodations, and daily stipends provided for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial for a major hotel brand.
• Portray authentic family, couple, or individual vacation experiences.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Be available for one scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Families of all types.
• Couples.
• Children, young adults, and older adults.
• Individuals.
• Real families or couples with a dog are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Compensation

• Families: $12,000.
• Couples: $5,200.
• Individual talent: $3,500.
• Travel expenses provided.
• Hotel accommodations and meals provided.
• $100 daily stipend per person.

Psychological Horror Short Film Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description

A proof-of-concept psychological horror short film is casting lead and supporting actors for an upcoming production in the Los Angeles area. The coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, memory, queer desire, and personal conflict. Casting welcomes performers of all experience levels, with queer and BIPOC actors especially encouraged to apply. This project offers an opportunity to collaborate on a film selected for a prestigious proof-of-concept accelerator program.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in a psychological horror short film.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring emotionally driven characters to life.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic, character-focused performances on camera.

Requirements

• Seeking actors for the following roles:
  • Maya: Female, 18+ to portray a 15-year-old, emotionally expressive with the ability to portray innocence, curiosity, and psychological unraveling.
  • Diane: Female, 40s–50s, modest and grounded with strong emotional range. Experience portraying complex characters is a plus.
  • Rattail: Male, 20s–30s, charismatic with emotional depth, strong improvisational skills, and the ability to portray a rebellious personality.
• Open to performers of all ethnicities unless otherwise specified by the role.
• Queer performers are encouraged to apply.
• No acting experience is required.
• Must be available to film in the Los Angeles area.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

NYC Young Adults Casting Call for TV Show Development

Job Description

A unique paid consulting opportunity is available for real young adults in New York City to help shape an upcoming coming-of-age television series. The creative team is seeking authentic voices ages 17–23 to share their real-life experiences, language, friendships, family dynamics, and daily lives to inspire the show’s script. Participants selected during the development process may also be considered for supporting roles in the television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Share authentic personal experiences and perspectives through a recorded video.
• Discuss your lifestyle, relationships, community, and life in New York City.
• Contribute real slang, humor, and cultural insights to help shape the script.
• Participate in follow-up conversations if invited by the creative team.
• Collaborate with the writers during the show’s development process.

Requirements

• Ages 17–23.
• Must be based in New York City.
• Open to individuals from all backgrounds, communities, and households.
• Comfortable recording a conversational self-tape discussing personal experiences.
• Strong personality and willingness to share authentic stories and perspectives.
• Interest in television, storytelling, or creative collaboration is a plus.

Compensation

• Paid consulting opportunity.
• Opportunity to be considered for supporting roles in the TV series.

TV Series Casting for Trinidadian Performers

Job Description

A hit TV comedy series is casting non-union Trinidadian performers for new roles in its upcoming season. This paid acting opportunity is open to performers living in the Greater Toronto Area who can authentically portray Trinidadian characters with a genuine Trinidadian accent. If you’ve always wanted to appear on television, this is an excellent chance to join a major scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a television series.
• Portray an authentic Trinidadian character on screen.
• Follow direction from the production team during rehearsals and filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 20–30s.
• Male performers, ages 50–60s.
• Must be able to perform with an authentic Trinidadian accent.
• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Paid television acting opportunity.

Feature Film Casting for Women, Teen Girls, and Teen Boys

Job Description

A feature film shooting in Texas and Mexico is now casting bilingual talent for several featured roles. Casting is seeking women, teen girls, and teen boys who are fluent in Spanish and have good English skills. Talent may be based in either the United States or Mexico and must have a valid passport for this international production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Women approximately ages 25–30.
• Girls ages 13–19.
• Boys ages 12–18.
• Must be fluent in Spanish with good English skills.
• Must have a valid passport.
• Talent may be based in the United States or Mexico.
• Acting experience with a reel and résumé is preferred.

Compensation

• Rate to be announced.

Military PSA Casting for Male Soldier Role

Job Description

A paid military public service announcement (PSA) is seeking additional talent for an upcoming production filming in Richmond, Virginia. Casting is looking for military-fit male performers to portray a U.S. Army soldier in a series of informational videos. This non-union opportunity is ideal for talent who can meet military grooming standards and deliver an authentic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a U.S. Army soldier in a public service announcement.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform in multiple informational video segments.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to military grooming standards.

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–35.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have a military-fit appearance.
• Non-speaking role.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must follow standard U.S. Army grooming standards required for the role.
• Must be able to work in Richmond, Virginia.

Compensation

• $150 per day minimum.

Culturally Diverse Families and Teen Actors for TV Commercial

Job Description

A high-paying TV commercial is now casting culturally diverse families and teens based in Adelaide, South Australia. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for real families and first-time talent to appear in a professional television campaign. Casting is seeking authentic participants from a range of cultural backgrounds for featured roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a TV commercial as a featured participant.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in family or lifestyle scenes.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements

• Must be based in South Australia.
• Teen girls ages 14–17 of mixed-race heritage.
• Mothers and fathers in their late 30s to mid-50s from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Culturally diverse families are encouraged to apply.
• Seeking participants from Asian, Eurasian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latino backgrounds.
• No acting experience required.

Compensation

• High-paying TV commercial opportunity.

Freelance Research Assistant for Commercial Casting Projects

Job Description

A paid freelance opportunity is available for Research Assistants to support commercial casting projects across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Casting is seeking proactive individuals who enjoy connecting with people and can help identify and approach members of the public for upcoming productions. This is an excellent opportunity for freelancers with strong communication skills who are interested in the casting and production industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential participants for commercial casting projects.
• Reach out to members of the public in designated areas.
• Assist with talent sourcing and community outreach.
• Collaborate with the casting team throughout the project.
• Maintain clear communication and provide updates on outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Must be based in Scotland or Northern Ireland.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident approaching and engaging with members of the public.
• Experience in research, casting, production, or scouting is a plus but not required.
• Must be available for freelance work over the coming weeks.

Compensation

• Paid freelance opportunity.