Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is now seeking background actors of all ages and ethnicities for paid opportunities filming in New Jersey. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for anyone interested in working on a professional television production. Talent will help bring scenes to life while gaining valuable on-set experience. When applying, be sure to use the submission code “origins”.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television series scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled workdays
• Help create realistic environments and crowd scenes on set

Requirements

• Open to all ages
• Open to all ethnicities
• No acting experience required
• Must be able to work in New Jersey
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions
• Comfortable working in a television production environment
• Must use submission code “origins” when applying

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a professional television series
• Gain on-set experience and industry exposure
• No fees or costs to apply

Lead Teen Actors for Paramount+ TV Series

Job Description

A major Paramount+ television series is casting talented young actors for two leading roles in an upcoming returning series. Production is seeking performers with flawless American accents who can bring depth, authenticity, and charisma to these central characters. This paid acting opportunity is open to talent based in the UK or Europe and offers the chance to join a high-profile international television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a scripted television series
• Perform emotionally engaging scenes across the series
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and fellow cast members
• Attend rehearsals, filming, and promotional activities as required
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK or Europe
• Must be able to perform a flawless American accent
• Strong acting ability and screen presence
• Available for filming in the UK
• Seeking talent for the following lead roles:
  • Alfie – Male, playing age 19 (actor must be 18+ at the time of filming). American. Handsome, athletic, and raised in a fundamentalist Mormon family in Utah. A former missionary searching for a different path in life.
  • Juliet – Female, playing age 15 (actor must be 18+ at the time of filming). American. Sharp-witted, resilient, and highly adaptable, with a challenging upbringing and a natural ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Singing ability is a plus.
• No professional acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid television acting opportunity
• Lead roles in a major Paramount+ series
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work with an acclaimed creative team
• Significant career exposure and industry networking opportunities

Real Chefs & Bakers as Hand Models for Commercial Project

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking real chefs and bakers to serve as hand models for an upcoming advertising campaign. This opportunity is ideal for culinary professionals who are comfortable demonstrating authentic kitchen skills on camera. Production is looking for individuals with real-world experience handling food preparation tasks, helping create genuine and relatable commercial content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform kitchen and food preparation tasks on camera
• Demonstrate authentic culinary techniques and hand movements
• Handle ingredients and cooking tools naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Participate in commercial video and photography content

Requirements

• Professional chef or baker experience
• Comfortable working as a hand model
• Skilled in cracking eggs, slicing meat, kneading dough, and similar kitchen tasks
• Strong attention to detail and hand coordination
• Able to follow production direction
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $1,500 per day
• Non-union commercial opportunity
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a national food-related campaign
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals

Resort Commercial Talent

Job Description

A resort commercial is seeking Caucasian and Hispanic talent for a paid advertising campaign filming in Cancun, Mexico. Production is looking for professional, business-oriented men and women, real couples with infants, and families with young children to appear in lifestyle-focused commercial content. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in a high-profile travel and hospitality campaign with all travel expenses covered.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in commercial video and photography shoots
• Portray authentic resort and vacation experiences on camera
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Interact naturally in family, couple, and lifestyle scenes
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian or Hispanic talent
• Must be based in the USA or Mexico
• If not local, must have a valid passport
• Available for filming in Cancun, Mexico
• Seeking:
  • Professional business-looking men and women, ages 30–50
  • Couples with an infant (1 year old or younger)
  • Families with children ages 4–10
• Comfortable appearing in commercial advertising content
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $600 per day
• $3,000 usage buyout
• All travel expenses paid
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a major resort advertising campaign

Small Business Owners Using Adobe Acrobat for Documentary-Style Video

Job Description

A nationwide documentary-style video project is seeking real small business owners who use Adobe Acrobat in their daily operations. Selected businesses will be featured in a short film highlighting the people, workspaces, and stories behind successful small businesses. No on-camera experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs who want to share their journey and showcase how digital tools support their business.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a documentary-style video production
• Share your business story and experience using Adobe Acrobat
• Be interviewed on camera at your workplace
• Allow filming within your business location
• Collaborate with the production crew during filming

Requirements

• Must own or operate a small business
• Business must have a physical storefront, studio, shop, or office
• Located in the United States or Canada
• Active Adobe Acrobat subscription required
• Owner or employee must be comfortable being interviewed on camera
• Must be at least 18 years old
• No prior on-camera experience necessary

Compensation

• $5,000 honorarium if selected
• Filming conducted at your business location
• Documentary-style production experience
• Opportunity to showcase your business to a wider audience

Job Description

A comedy skit production is seeking talented actors and actresses with strong improvisational skills for upcoming sketch comedy content. Casting directors are looking for performers between the ages of 30 and 50 who can deliver authentic, engaging, and comedic performances in a collaborative production environment.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced performers who excel at improvisation and character-driven storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in comedy skits and scripted content productions.
• Utilize strong improvisational abilities during rehearsals and filming.
• Collaborate with directors, writers, and fellow cast members.
• Bring unique character interpretations and comedic timing to scenes.
• Attend scheduled auditions, rehearsals, and filming sessions as required.

Requirements

• Ages 30–50.
• Strong improvisation skills are required.
• Previous acting experience preferred.
• Professional headshot and acting résumé.
• Demo reel showcasing acting experience and performance ability.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be disclosed to selected candidates.

Child Actors to Play Brothers for New TV Series

Job Description

A new television series is seeking two young boys to portray brothers in paid roles for a premium subscription video-on-demand production. Casting directors are looking for lively, energetic children with a great sense of humor who can naturally bring playful sibling characters to life. No previous acting experience or formal training is required. Filming will take place in London, and applicants must be based in Southern England.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two brother characters in a television series

• Participate in filming and production activities as scheduled

• Work collaboratively with cast and production teams

• Bring energy, personality, and authenticity to the role

• Follow direction from the creative team during production

Requirements

• Boys ages 5–8 who can portray characters aged 6 or 8

• Must be based in Southern England

• Energetic, playful, and confident personality

• Strong sense of humor and natural screen presence

• No acting training or previous television experience required

• Applications must be submitted by a parent, legal guardian, or authorized representative

Compensation

• Paid acting role

• Opportunity to appear in a new television series

Senior Business Executive for Promotional Video

Job Description

A promotional video production for an Arts District campaign is seeking a male actor to portray a senior consultant and business executive. This role requires a polished, professional presence and the ability to authentically represent an experienced corporate leader. Filming will take place in Dallas, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a senior business executive in promotional video content
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver professional and authentic on-camera performance
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Maintain a polished and confident presence throughout production

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 50–60
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Available to work in Dallas, Texas

Compensation

• $650 per day
• Paid promotional video opportunity
• Professional production experience
• Featured role in marketing content

Senior Business Executive for Promotional Video

Job Description

A promotional video production for an Arts District campaign is seeking a male actor to portray a senior consultant and business executive. This role requires a polished, professional presence and the ability to authentically represent an experienced corporate leader. Filming will take place in Dallas, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a senior business executive in promotional video content
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver professional and authentic on-camera performance
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Maintain a polished and confident presence throughout production

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 50–60
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Available to work in Dallas, Texas

Compensation

• $650 per day
• Paid promotional video opportunity
• Professional production experience
• Featured role in marketing content

Video Editor for Artist Interview Series

Job Description

A new artist interview series is seeking a talented Video Editor to help shape engaging content featuring artists and organizers discussing the evolving ambient music landscape. This contract opportunity is available to editors based in Chicago or working remotely. The ideal candidate has strong post-production skills and a passion for storytelling through video.

Job Responsibilities

• Edit interview-based video content for digital distribution
• Assemble footage into engaging and polished episodes
• Enhance videos with graphics, audio balancing, and transitions
• Collaborate with producers and creative teams
• Ensure consistent quality and brand standards across episodes
• Meet production deadlines and delivery schedules

Requirements

• Experience editing video content for digital platforms
• Proficiency with professional video editing software
• Strong storytelling and pacing skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Chicago-based or able to work remotely

Compensation

• $125 per episode
• Contract position
• Remote-friendly opportunity
• Potential for ongoing work as the series expands