Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking young basketball players ages 9–15 for a paid children’s toy commercial. Casting is specifically looking for kids who currently play basketball for professional or semi-professional teams. Talent must be based within the M25 area and meet the minimum age requirement of 9.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a paid commercial for a children’s toy brand.
• Demonstrate basketball skills naturally on camera.
• Participate in production activities as directed by the commercial team.
• Follow age-appropriate instructions during filming.
• Work professionally with the production team and other young performers.
• Attend filming with appropriate parent or guardian involvement as required.

Requirements

• Kids ages 9–15.
• Minimum age is 9 years old.
• Must currently play for a professional or semi-professional basketball team.
• Must be based within the M25 area.
• Strong basketball ability and familiarity with team play.
• Parent or guardian should be available to coordinate participation.

Compensation

Paid.

High-Level Male Basketball Players Casting Call for Paid NYC Production

Job Description

An upcoming paid production in New York City is casting high-level male basketball players who can convincingly portray professional-level athletes on camera. The production is seeking experienced players with elite basketball skills, strong athletic presence, and the ability to perform realistic basketball action. All basketball positions are encouraged, and this opportunity is open to NYC local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional-level basketball player in a paid production
• Perform realistic, high-level basketball action on camera
• Demonstrate advanced basketball skills and athletic ability
• Execute basketball movements and sequences as directed
• Work professionally with other players, cast members, and the production team
• Follow creative and on-set direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Male basketball players ages 18+
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’9″
• Mixed ethnicities welcome
• High-level or elite basketball experience required
• Must convincingly portray a professional-level basketball player
• All basketball positions encouraged
• Must be a New York City local hire
• Strong athletic ability and on-camera presence

Compensation

• Paid production opportunity
• Selected basketball players will receive compensation for participation

Basketball Players Casting – Young Men Ages 18–25

Job Description

An Atlanta-area production is casting young men with real basketball experience to portray high school basketball players. The production is especially interested in athletes who currently play or have played on competitive high school, college, or recreational basketball teams. This casting opportunity is ideal for experienced basketball players who can bring authentic skills, movement, and on-court energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school basketball player on camera
• Perform authentic basketball movements, drills, and gameplay as directed
• Use real basketball experience to create realistic sports scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Work professionally with other basketball players and performers on set

Requirements

• Male talent ages 18–25
• Must be able to convincingly portray a high school student
• Real basketball playing experience required
• High school, college, or recreational team experience preferred
• Strong basketball skills and familiarity with competitive gameplay
• Must be able to work in the Atlanta area

Compensation

• Compensation details not disclosed

High School Basketball Players for Family Drama

Job Description

A heartfelt family drama filming in the Morrow, Georgia area is casting 14 men to portray high school basketball players. This paid background acting opportunity is especially seeking talent with real basketball experience who can authentically perform basketball action for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school basketball player in a family drama.
• Participate in basketball game scenes and athletic background action.
• Perform basketball movements naturally and safely on camera.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Men ages 18–30.
• Real basketball experience is especially desired.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a high school basketball player.
• Comfortable performing basketball action on camera.
• Must be able to work in the Morrow, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours.

NBA and WNBA Basketball Body Doubles for Global Brand Photo Shoot

Job Description

A global brand photo shoot in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is casting basketball body doubles to match professional NBA and WNBA players. The production is seeking athletic talent with strong basketball skills who can closely match specific players in height, body type, and skin tone. High school or college basketball experience is preferred. Selected talent may work for two to three days and perform basketball actions including defending, dribbling, and shooting layups.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a basketball body double for NBA or WNBA players.
• Perform basketball movements and actions during a global brand photo shoot.
• Dribble, shoot layups, and portray a defender as directed.
• Closely match the height and body type of the assigned professional basketball player.
• Follow creative, photography, and production direction throughout the shoot.
• Maintain professional conduct during all scheduled production days.

Requirements

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must have basketball playing skills.
• High school or college basketball experience is preferred.
• WNBA doubles are generally needed in the 6’0″–6’4″ height range.
• NBA doubles are generally needed in the 6’5″–6’9″ height range.
• Must closely match the height, body type, and skin tone of a specific player.
• Comfortable dribbling, defending, and shooting layups.
• Must be able to work in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Compensation

• $750 per day.
• Potential for 2–3 days of paid work.

Job Description

Game Changing Films is seeking male basketball players for an upcoming TV show filming in Los Angeles. Talent must be 18 or older but able to realistically portray high school-age basketball players. Applicants should have basketball experience and be comfortable performing as players on camera. This casting is limited to Los Angeles local hires, and filming is scheduled for August 17.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school-age basketball player in an upcoming TV show
• Perform realistic basketball actions and movements on camera
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent
• Must be 18+
• Must realistically look young enough to portray a high school student
• Basketball playing experience required
• Provide height and weight
• Provide details about basketball experience
• Provide a current cell phone number

Compensation

$241 for 8 hours

Male Basketball Players Casting Call

Job Description

A Netflix production is seeking experienced male basketball players for paid background roles filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for athletes with real basketball experience to appear in an exciting pickup basketball game for a major streaming series. If you have strong on-court skills and want to showcase your talent on screen, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball player in background scenes.
• Participate in realistic pickup basketball gameplay during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Male talent only.
• Must have real basketball playing experience.
• Comfortable participating in basketball scenes on camera.
• Must be available to work in New York City.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Special Ability Rate: $241 for 8 hours.

Job Description

A commercial production is casting men ages 20–36 who actively play basketball for a paid commercial filming in Madrid, Spain. Talent from across Spain is encouraged to apply, with travel days, accommodations, and travel expenses covered for those based outside Madrid. This opportunity is ideal for real basketball players looking to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial showcasing authentic basketball skills and athleticism.
• Follow direction from the production team during the shoot.
• Perform basketball-related actions naturally on camera.
• Arrive prepared and available for scheduled production dates.

Requirements

• Men ages 20–36.
• Must be an active basketball player.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Travel days, accommodations, and travel expenses covered for talent traveling from outside Madrid.

Male Basketball Players for Feature Film

Job Description
A new basketball feature film is casting talented male basketball players for paid roles filming in the St. Louis area. Casting directors are looking for athletic performers with strong basketball skills who can authentically portray players on screen. This is an exciting opportunity for local athletes to be part of a feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball player in a feature film.
• Participate in basketball scenes during rehearsals and filming.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–30.
• Strong basketball playing ability.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the St. Louis area.
• Must be available for rehearsals and filming during the production period.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity. Compensation will be shared with selected talent.

Job Description

Done + Dusted Productions is casting skilled basketball players to appear as background extras in an upcoming live tech event filming in New York City. Selected talent will actively play basketball during filming to create authentic sports scenes for the production. This is a paid non-union opportunity for experienced players who are available for the scheduled shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray basketball players during live event filming.
• Play basketball naturally on camera throughout the shoot.
• Follow production and background direction from the crew.
• Arrive camera-ready and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Men and women who play basketball.
• Comfortable performing basketball skills on camera.
• Available for both scheduled filming dates.
• Non-union talent.
• Include your contact information and basketball experience when applying.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• 8-hour filming day.