Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Hip Hop Dancers for Disney Musical Movie “Make A Splash”

Job Description
A Disney musical movie currently titled “Make A Splash” is holding an open call for hip hop dancers. Casting directors are seeking high-energy performers of all genders and ethnicities, age 18 and older, who can play 16–18-year-olds on screen. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a major musical film production with dynamic choreography.

The production is looking for dancers of all styles, especially those with specialty skills such as B-boy, gymnastics, parkour, bone-breaking/contortion, and strong foundations in hip hop or contemporary dance. Talent must be able to quickly learn choreographed routines and deliver powerful, camera-ready performances.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand (resident or valid visa) and have a valid passport.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform hip hop and choreographed dance routines for a musical film

• Showcase specialty dance or movement skills if applicable

• Attend open call audition and remain available as required

• Take direction from the choreographer and creative team

• Maintain high energy and professionalism throughout rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Age 18+ (must be able to play 16–18 years old)

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Strong hip hop dance foundation

• Specialty skills such as B-boying, gymnastics, parkour, contortion, or contemporary dance are a plus

• Valid passport required

• Must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand

• Bring a headshot to the audition

Compensation

• Paid musical film opportunity

Elite Kids & Adult Athletes for Paid Sports Commercial – Los Angeles

Job Description
A major sports brand is casting elite youth athletes (ages 9–12) and adult athletes (ages 18–25) for an upcoming paid commercial filming in Los Angeles. This exciting commercial casting call is looking for high-energy, skilled athletes who excel in their sport and bring confidence, focus, and authenticity to the camera.

Sports categories include basketball, soccer, long-distance running, weight training, and other competitive athletic disciplines. No prior acting experience is required—just real athletic ability, dedication, and strong on-camera presence. This opportunity is open to Los Angeles locals ready to showcase their skills in a high-profile campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform athletic skills on camera for a commercial shoot
• Demonstrate sport-specific movements with confidence and precision
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming

Requirements

• Kids ages 9–12
• Adults ages 18–25
• Skilled in basketball, soccer, long-distance running, weight training, or similar sports
• Athletic, energetic, and comfortable on camera
• Must be local to Los Angeles
• No acting experience required

Compensation

• $500 for one day of filming
• $1,500 guaranteed usage
• Paid commercial opportunity with major brand exposure

Men & Women for Miami Design District Stills and Video Shoot

Job Description
A Miami Design District commercial shoot is now casting talent for a stills and video production filming in Miami, Florida. This paid casting call is seeking upscale, polished individuals for multiple roles in a high-end lifestyle campaign. Talent must be able to work as a local hire. No travel will be provided.

Casting directors are currently looking for men with an upscale look, ages 25–40, as well as women ages 60–75 of all ethnicities. Women with white hair are encouraged to apply (a wig is acceptable). This project includes both recognizable and unrecognizable talent rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional stills and video shoot

• Portray upscale lifestyle characters in a Miami setting

• Follow creative direction from the production team

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Men, ages 25–40, upscale look, all ethnicities

• Women, ages 60–75, all ethnicities (white hair preferred or wig acceptable)

• Must work as a local hire in Miami

• Available for shoot dates February 24–26 (multiple shoot dates possible)

• Submit self-tape upon request

Compensation

• Recognizable adult session rate: $500

• Usage rate: $1,750 (guaranteed at time of booking)

• Recognizable minor session & usage: $1,000 + session and usage

• Unrecognizable talent session & usage: $500 session and usage

• All rates less 20% agency fee

Male & Female Talent (18–44) for Major Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A major commercial campaign is now casting male and female talent, ages 18–44, for multiple roles in an upcoming production. This commercial casting call is open to all ethnicities and is seeking confident, camera-ready individuals for a high-profile shoot.

Casting directors are looking for dynamic personalities who can bring energy, authenticity, and strong on-screen presence to a national campaign. This is a premium paid opportunity for talent ready to work on a major brand commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial production across multiple roles

• Follow direction from the director and creative team

• Deliver natural, engaging on-camera performance

• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–44

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable on camera

• Available to film on March 18

• Professional attitude and reliability on set

Compensation

• $5,000 rate

• Paid commercial opportunity

Male Actor (18–25) for Columbia University MFA Thesis Film

Job Description
A Columbia University MFA thesis film is urgently casting a male actor, ages 18–25, for a character-driven short film shooting in Tucson, Arizona. This indie drama explores identity, online conflict, and shifting relationships over the course of a single day.

Casting directors are seeking an actor to portray Langston — a cheerful, golden retriever-type young man whose loyalty to a close friend is tested by difficult choices. This role requires emotional depth, subtle vulnerability, and the ability to deliver a grounded, naturalistic performance.

This is a strong opportunity for emerging actors looking to gain experience in a university thesis film with meaningful, dialogue-driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Langston in a dramatic short film

• Perform emotionally layered scenes involving friendship conflict

• Collaborate with the director and student production team

• Be available for filming in Tucson, AZ

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 18–25

• Strong natural acting ability with expressive range

• Comfortable performing in a contemporary drama setting

• Available for scheduled shoot date

• Able to work in Tucson, Arizona

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity

• Meals, travel, and screen credit provided

• Valuable thesis film experience

Indie Rock Musicians & Background Talent for NYU Thesis Film “Roadkill”

Job Description
An NYU thesis film titled Roadkill is now casting indie rock musicians and background talent for an upcoming production filming in New York City. This indie film casting call is seeking authentic musicians to portray band members, as well as indie-style individuals to appear as background talent in live music scenes.

The film centers around the energy and culture of the indie rock scene, and casting directors are looking for performers who naturally fit that world. This is a great opportunity for musicians and creatives looking to gain on-screen experience in a narrative student film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray indie rock band members in performance scenes

• Perform with your instrument in staged live music sequences (for musician roles)

• Appear as background talent in concert or venue scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

Requirements

• Ages 18–45

• Indie rock musicians comfortable performing on camera

• Background talent who fit an indie music scene aesthetic

• Available to film in New York City

• Comfortable working on a thesis film production

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

• Film credit and on-set experience

Coaches & Mentors Who Are Role Models to Preteen and Teen Boys for Unscripted Series

Job Description
A new unscripted short-form series is now casting real-life coaches and mentors who serve as positive role models to preteen and teen boys. This paid opportunity will spotlight authentic mentor-mentee and coach-player relationships, celebrating the powerful impact these bonds have on confidence, identity, growth, and character development.

The series will focus on meaningful time spent together, shared experiences, and the real conversations that help shape the next generation. Casting directors are looking for genuine relationships — not actors — who are open to sharing their story on camera in an uplifting and honest way.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real coach/mentor and preteen or teen boy duo

• Share your authentic relationship and experiences on camera

• Engage in guided conversations and activities during filming

• Be open, supportive, and comfortable in a documentary-style setting

Requirements

• Real coaches, mentors, or father figures with preteen or teen boys

• Preteen and teen boys comfortable appearing on camera

• Authentic, positive relationships built on trust and growth

• Open to sharing real-life experiences and mentorship stories

• Available for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid unscripted series opportunity

• Rate disclosed upon selection

Male Actor (20s) for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network television true crime reenactment series is now casting a male actor in his 20s for the role of “Kyle.” This paid acting opportunity will film in Knoxville, Tennessee and requires talent who closely resemble the reference photo provided by production.

This non-union casting call is for a dramatic reenactment involving scripted gun violence and murder-related content. Actors must be comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged material in a professional television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of “Kyle” in a true crime reenactment

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes involving simulated violence

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Be available for filming in Knoxville, TN

Requirements

• Male actor, 20s

• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting

• Comfortable with scripted gun violence and murder content

• Submit current photos (shoulders up and full body)

• Provide name, height, weight, and city/state of residence

• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $200 per day worked

• Paid non-union television role

Newborn Babies for TV Series in Chicago

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting newborn babies to appear in an upcoming episode filming in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking newborns weighing between 6 and 11 pounds to work for a couple of days on set. Single babies, twins, and triplets are all encouraged to apply.

Production prioritizes safety and care for infants on set. Newborns will have limited working hours in accordance with industry regulations. A valid Joan Philo work permit is required, and guidance on obtaining one may be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a newborn in a television episode

• Be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times

• Participate in a short, carefully managed filming schedule

Requirements

• Newborn babies weighing 6–11 lbs

• Must have (or be able to obtain) a Joan Philo work permit

• Based in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Parent/guardian must submit baby’s photo (no hat or bow), weight, length, baby’s name, parent name, city, and phone number

• Available to film for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours on set

• Paid television role

Marching Band Members for High School Scene in Covington, GA

Job Description
A fun small scene is now casting current and former marching band members for a high school band sequence filming in Covington, Georgia. Casting directors are seeking young adult performers who can convincingly portray high school students and who still have access to their own marching band instrument.

This background casting call is perfect for musicians with real marching band experience looking to work on a professional production set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school marching band students in a filmed scene

• Bring your own instrument to set

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Participate in a fun, energetic band environment

Requirements

• Current or former marching band members

• Must still have access to a marching band instrument

• Ages 18 to mid-20s (must be able to pass for high school)

• Available to film in Covington, GA

• Submit a recent photo and full contact information when applying

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate disclosed upon booking