Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Male Basketball Players for Non-Union Project

Job Description

A non-union production is seeking skilled male basketball players for an upcoming project in New England. Casting is looking for tall, athletic men with real basketball experience who can confidently demonstrate their skills on camera. No previous acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for athletes interested in professional on-camera work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball player in a professional production.
• Demonstrate authentic basketball skills and athletic movement on camera.
• Perform basketball-related actions and sequences as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production and creative teams.
• Maintain energy, focus, and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Height of 6’2″ or taller.
• Must have basketball playing experience.
• Athletic and comfortable performing basketball skills on camera.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be local to the New England area.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming across Toronto, Mississauga, and North York is casting kids and adults who are comfortable playing basketball. The production is seeking talent who can confidently participate in basketball-related scenes and perform naturally on camera. Both young and adult basketball players are encouraged to apply, with selected talent required to be available for all scheduled production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in basketball-related commercial scenes.
• Play basketball naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and remain available throughout filming.

Requirements

• Kids ages 5–15 who are comfortable playing basketball.
• Male and female adults ages 20–60 who are comfortable playing basketball.
• Must be available for all required production days.

Compensation

• $300 for 10 hours plus a 1-hour lunch.
• Overtime provided if applicable.
• 15% commission applies to jobs worked.

Job Description

An upcoming movie filming in St. Louis is casting male basketball players with current or previous playing experience. The production is seeking men ages 18–30 who can authentically perform basketball action on camera and participate in rehearsals and filming. Selected applicants will be invited to a basketball tryout in St. Louis before final casting decisions are made.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform realistic basketball action for scenes in the movie.
• Participate in the required basketball tryout if selected.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled by production.
• Follow direction from the production and coaching teams.
• Maintain professional conduct throughout rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30.
• Must have prior or current basketball experience.
• Must be available for required rehearsals, filming, and tryout if selected.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.

Highly Skilled Basketball Players for New Teen TV Show

Job Description

A new teen television show filming in the Burbank and Los Angeles area is seeking highly skilled basketball players for on-camera roles. This opportunity is open to young adult performers with strong basketball ability who can confidently demonstrate their skills during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball sequences and demonstrate advanced basketball skills on camera

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate professionally in scenes alongside cast members and other basketball players

• Maintain consistent energy and performance throughout production

Requirements

• Men and women who are 18 years old

• Must be a highly skilled and experienced basketball player

• Male talent must be 6’0″ or taller

• Male talent must have no visible facial hair

• Must be available to work in the Burbank/Los Angeles, California area

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity

Anti-Bullying PSA – High School Basketball Players

Job Description

An anti-bullying PSA is seeking male talent to portray featured high school basketball players. This paid production is looking for performers who can authentically represent student athletes and bring a natural, believable presence to a meaningful public service campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured high school basketball player in an anti-bullying PSA
• Participate in basketball-related scenes as directed by the production team
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Follow blocking, movement, and creative direction during filming
• Work professionally with fellow talent and production crew

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 17–24
• Must be able to convincingly portray a high school basketball player
• Basketball experience or strong basketball skills preferred
• Athletic appearance suitable for the role
• Comfortable appearing in a featured on-camera role
• Must be able to work in Paulding County, Georgia

Compensation

• $200 per day

Commercial Casting Call – High-Level Male Basketball Players

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking skilled male basketball players for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. This paid opportunity is looking for high-level athletes who can showcase strong basketball ability, confidence, and natural on-camera presence. Selected players may work one or multiple production days depending on availability and casting needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform high-level basketball skills during commercial filming
• Execute basketball movements and plays naturally on camera
• Follow creative and production direction throughout the shoot
• Maintain strong energy and athletic performance across multiple takes
• Collaborate professionally with other players, talent, and crew

Requirements

• Male basketball players, ages 18–35
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must have high-level basketball playing ability
• Strong athleticism and basketball fundamentals required
• Must be comfortable performing basketball skills on camera
• Must be a Los Angeles local hire
• Open availability for production is preferred

Compensation

• $600 for 10 hours
• $1,200 buyout

Job Description

Face Model and Casting is seeking young basketball players of all genders for an upcoming sports shoot in the north of the UK. The casting is open primarily to talent ages 16–20, with consideration for ages 20–22 who have a younger playing age. Applicants do not need to be professional basketball players. The production is looking for confident young talent who can comfortably play basketball at a reasonable skill level and perform naturally during the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a basketball-focused professional shoot.
• Perform basketball movements and activities comfortably on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and creative team.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude during filming.

Requirements

• Open to all genders.
• Primarily seeking talent ages 16–20.
• Talent ages 20–22 may apply if they have a younger playing age.
• Must be comfortable playing basketball at a reasonable skill level.
• Professional-level basketball experience is not required.

Compensation

Not specified.

NBA 2K – Gaming Content Participants

Job Description

An NBA 2K gaming shoot is seeking enthusiastic players in New York City and Philadelphia for a fun basketball video game content opportunity. Selected participants will play NBA 2K and may compete head-to-head with an NBA player or NBA content creator. This paid gaming casting call is ideal for NBA 2K fans who are comfortable on camera, competitive, and ready to have fun.

Job Responsibilities

• Play NBA 2K during a filmed gaming session
• Participate in friendly head-to-head gameplay
• Engage naturally with NBA talent or content creators if selected
• Bring enthusiasm, personality, and competitive energy to the shoot
• Follow direction from the content and production teams

Requirements

• Must enjoy and know how to play NBA 2K
• Must be local to New York City or Philadelphia
• Comfortable participating in filmed gaming content
• Energetic, competitive, and enthusiastic
• Able to participate in an approximately one-hour shoot

Compensation

• $50 for approximately one

Job Description

Legacy Casting Global is seeking a 6-foot-tall blonde woman with proficient basketball skills to work as a double for a WNBA star. The selected talent will need strong basketball ability and the physical characteristics required to convincingly double the featured athlete.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on set as a double for a WNBA star.
• Perform basketball-related movements and actions as directed.
• Demonstrate proficient basketball skills on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain availability for the required filming dates.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Approximately 6 feet tall.
• Blonde hair.
• Proficient basketball skills.

Compensation

$750 per day.

Girls Who Play Basketball for Toy & Sports Brand Commercial

Job Description

A children’s toy and sports brand commercial is casting girls who play basketball for a paid advertising campaign. The production is seeking young basketball players ages 9–15 who can bring authentic athletic skills, confidence, and energy to the commercial. This opportunity is ideal for girls with real basketball experience who are comfortable performing on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Play basketball on camera for a toy and sports brand commercial.
• Demonstrate authentic basketball skills and athletic ability.
• Participate in commercial filming and production activities.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team.
• Bring confidence, energy, and enthusiasm to the shoot.

Requirements

• Girls ages 9–15.
• Must have basketball playing experience.
• Comfortable demonstrating basketball skills on camera.
• Confident and able to follow production direction.
• Parent or guardian involvement required for minors.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Specific rate not provided.