Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Nike Casting Call for Basketball Players

Job Description
A major Nike commercial campaign is now casting elite basketball players in Los Angeles. Casting directors are seeking skilled male and female athletes ages 18–25 with advanced basketball experience at the upper high school, collegiate, or equivalent competitive level. This is a high-energy commercial opportunity designed for serious players with strong fundamentals and on-court presence.

Producers are looking for current or former high-level basketball athletes with strong athletic builds, confidence, and standout personality. Talent should have natural swagger, competitive intensity, and the ability to perform advanced drills and gameplay movements on camera while representing Nike’s bold athletic image.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced basketball drills and movements on camera

• Demonstrate high-level basketball skills and strong fundamentals

• Take direction from the production and creative teams

• Represent Nike’s elite athletic brand with confidence and style

Requirements

• Male and female basketball players, ages 18–25

• Upper high school, college-level, or equivalent advanced experience

• Strong athletic build and proven basketball skills

• Confident personality with strong personal expression

• Must be based in Los Angeles

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Available for mandatory in-person wardrobe fitting

• Local hire only; no travel provided

Compensation

• $500 for up to 10 hours of filming per day

• Multiple days not guaranteed

• $1,500 guaranteed usage buyout

• Paid commercial opportunity with a global sports brand

Major Sneaker Brand Commercial Casting Call for Teen Basketball Players

Job Description
A major sneaker brand commercial is now casting African American boys ages 12–16 with intermediate basketball skills for an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles, CA. This high-paying commercial opportunity is open to nationwide submissions, and travel will be provided for talent who are not local. Casting is seeking confident young athletes who can showcase authentic basketball ability on camera while representing a leading athletic footwear brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball drills and gameplay movements on camera
• Showcase intermediate-level basketball skills
• Follow direction from the commercial director and production team
• Maintain energy and focus during the shoot
• Represent the brand with confidence and authenticity

Requirements

• African American boys, ages 12–16
• Intermediate basketball skills required
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for scheduled shoot date
• Parent or guardian must provide consent and supervision

Compensation

• $5,000 for 12 hours
• Travel provided if not local to Los Angeles
• National commercial exposure

Basketball Players for National Commercial – Memphis, TN

Job Description
A national non-union commercial shooting in Memphis, TN is casting athletic male basketball players for a high-profile advertising campaign. This paid commercial opportunity is seeking talent with strong basketball skills and an athletic build to appear in dynamic sports-focused scenes.

Production is looking for local Memphis-area talent who can work as a local hire and commit to full-day availability. This is a great opportunity for basketball players and athletes looking to gain commercial credits while earning competitive pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball drills and gameplay actions on camera

• Demonstrate strong athletic movement and coordination

• Follow direction from the director and commercial production team

• Maintain high energy and professionalism on set

• Attend wardrobe fitting if required

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–28

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Athletic build with basketball skills preferred

• Must be local to Memphis, TN or able to work as a local hire

• Full-day availability required (early call times possible)

• Reliable transportation and ability to self-report to set

Compensation

• $800 for up to 10 hours

• $1,000 usage fee

• $100 fitting fee (if fitting is required)

• Non-union national commercial opportunity

• Professional on-set experience