Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A new music competition television and streaming series being produced in Dallas, Texas is seeking three accomplished women from the music or entertainment industry to join the judging panel. The production is looking for memorable personalities who understand the music business and can bring confidence, industry knowledge, humor, and strong on-camera energy to the judges’ table. Ideal candidates will be able to recognize emerging talent, offer constructive feedback, and help mentor the next generation of artists.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a judge on a music competition television and streaming series.
• Evaluate emerging musical talent and provide constructive feedback.
• Bring professional music or entertainment industry insight to the judging panel.
• Engage confidently with contestants, fellow judges, and the audience.
• Help mentor and encourage women pursuing careers in music.

Requirements

• Female music or entertainment industry professional.
• Significant professional experience within the music or entertainment industry.
• Strong network of industry relationships and connections.
• Confident, dynamic, outspoken, funny, and engaging personality.
• Strong on-camera presence and energy.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

An independent series filming in Houston is seeking a Sound Mixer to join the production crew for its upcoming pilot and potentially continue throughout the series. The production plans to develop multiple episodes and is looking to build a dependable crew that can work together across filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Record and monitor production audio during filming.
• Coordinate audio needs with the production team.
• Maintain clear, consistent sound throughout scenes.
• Support ongoing production needs across the series.

Requirements

• Experience with production sound or location audio preferred.
• Reliable and comfortable working with an independent production team.
• Interest in potentially continuing with the production across multiple episodes.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A feature film shooting in Portland, Oregon is casting college musicians for paid on-camera work. The production is seeking performers with a college-age look who have real musical experience and can authentically portray musicians on screen. Selected talent will work between one and three days during the production period. This is a SAG-AFTRA opportunity offering a professional feature film credit and a competitive daily rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a college musician in a feature film.
• Perform or handle musical instruments naturally as required for the scene.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• College-age talent with musical experience.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a college musician.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional feature film set.
• SAG-AFTRA production.

Compensation

• $1,283 per day.
• Approximately 1–3 days of paid work.

All-Girl Garage Band Casting Call for Documentary Photo Project

Job Description

A documentary photo editorial is seeking all-girl garage bands from the Tri-State Area and New England for an upcoming photography project. The casting call is open to young musicians ages 11–19 from all backgrounds and across all styles of music. This opportunity is ideal for emerging bands interested in showcasing their music, personality, and creative identity through a documentary-style photo editorial.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a band in a documentary photo editorial.
• Represent the band’s musical style, personality, and creative identity on camera.
• Collaborate with the photography and creative team during the project.
• Follow creative direction throughout the photo session.
• Participate professionally as a group throughout production.

Requirements

• All-girl garage bands.
• Band members ages 11–19.
• Based in the Tri-State Area or New England.
• Open to musicians from all backgrounds.
• All styles and genres of music are welcome.
• Applicants under 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Global Creative Talent Open Call for Artists, Writers, Musicians, and Makers

Job Description

A creative publication is accepting worldwide submissions from emerging and established creatives working across a wide range of disciplines. This global creative open call welcomes photographers, designers, stylists, visual artists, musicians, culture writers, essayists, critics, and makers from any medium. The opportunity is focused on discovering distinctive creative work, original perspectives, and projects that deserve a wider audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit original creative work for editorial consideration.
• Share projects that demonstrate a distinctive artistic voice or perspective.
• Provide relevant context and credits for submitted work.
• Contribute work across photography, design, styling, art, music, writing, criticism, or other creative mediums.
• Present polished work suitable for potential editorial exposure.

Requirements

• Open to creatives worldwide.
• Photographers, designers, stylists, artists, musicians, writers, essayists, critics, and multidisciplinary makers are encouraged to apply.
• Open to creative work from any medium.
• Must have original work or a creative project ready for consideration.
• Strong artistic perspective and compelling creative execution are encouraged.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Job Description

A professional 5-piece party band is wanted for a paid entertainment residency at the 5-star Jeju Shilla Hotel in South Korea. The opportunity is seeking skilled musicians and vocalists capable of delivering energetic live performances for hotel guests in a poolside entertainment setting. The required lineup includes keyboard, drums, guitar, and two vocalists, male and female. The contract runs from December 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027, with a possible extension. Travel and living benefits are included as part of the engagement.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live as part of a professional 5-piece party band
• Deliver two 45-minute sets per performance day
• Maintain a polished and engaging stage presence
• Work collaboratively with other musicians and vocalists
• Follow venue schedules and entertainment requirements
• Maintain professional performance standards throughout the contract

Requirements

• Seeking a complete 5-piece party band
• Required positions include keyboardist, drummer, guitarist, male vocalist, and female vocalist
• Must be available for the full contract period
• Must be able to perform six days per week

Compensation

$15,000 monthly salary for the team. Visa, round-trip flight tickets, accommodation, and three meals per day are included.

Jazz Musician Casting for Docu-Drama Series

Job Description

A paid docu-drama series is casting authentic jazz musicians to appear in a scene set in a jazz bar in the Greater Toronto Area. Casting directors are seeking talented performers to portray a jazz quartet, with close-up shots focusing on musicians and their instruments. Existing jazz bands and quartets are encouraged to apply for this unique on-camera opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a jazz quartet in a docu-drama series.
• Portray authentic jazz musicians in a jazz bar setting.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally for close-up camera shots featuring instruments and hand movements.

Requirements

• Jazz musicians with authentic performance experience.
• Solo musicians and established jazz bands or quartets are welcome to apply.
• Must be available to work in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a non-union production.

Compensation

• $600.

Black Pianists for Major Automotive Commercial

Job Description

A major automotive commercial is seeking talented Black pianists across Canada for a paid non-union commercial project. This opportunity is open to outgoing individuals between the ages of 25 and 45 who play piano at an intermediate to advanced level. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for musicians looking to appear in a national commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform piano for a commercial production.
• Participate in a brief audition if shortlisted.
• Attend wardrobe fitting and rehearsal if selected.
• Appear in one day of commercial filming.
• Work collaboratively with the production team during filming.

Requirements

• Black pianists, ages 25–45.
• Intermediate to advanced piano skills.
• Outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be available for auditions, wardrobe, rehearsal, and filming in Toronto if selected.
• Willing to travel to Toronto if required.

Compensation

• $675–$7,275, depending on booking and usage.
• $75 wardrobe appointment.
• $600 rehearsal.
• $600 for one filming day.
• If travel is required: $600 travel day, $300 per diem day, and $100 per diem.
• Additional $2,000–$4,000 if featured in the final commercial.

Car Commercial Casting Call – Female Asian Cellists

Job Description
A national car commercial is seeking talented female Asian cellists for an upcoming shoot. This casting call is open across Canada and requires skilled musicians who can confidently perform on camera. This is a unique opportunity to showcase musical ability while being featured in a high-profile commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a cellist during the commercial shoot

• Bring authenticity, presence, and confidence to the role

• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a professional on-camera performance

Requirements

• Female, Asian cellists

• Must be available for the specified shoot dates

• Open to talent across Canada

• Professional playing ability required

Compensation

• Paid role with competitive rates