Jobs in New York, United States

Carbonated Beverage Campaign – Male and Female Models

Job Description

A major carbonated beverage campaign is seeking male and female models for principal roles in an upcoming New York production. This paid commercial modeling opportunity is open to talent ages 18–29 of any ethnic appearance. Selected models will appear in professionally produced advertising content for the beverage campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as principal talent in a commercial beverage campaign.
• Appear on camera for professional advertising content.
• Collaborate with the production and creative teams during the shoot.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain a professional presence throughout production.

Requirements

• Male and female models ages 18–29.
• Any ethnic appearance is welcome.
• Must be comfortable working as principal on-camera talent.
• Must be available to work in New York.
• Professional, confident, and able to follow creative direction.

Compensation

• $800 per day.
• $5,000 for one-year usage.

Major Tech Company – Fitness Campaign Talent

Job Description

A major tech company is seeking non-union men and women ages 21–30 for a paid commercial campaign filming in New York City. The production is looking for authentic, energetic individuals with a genuine passion for fitness, sports, and nutrition. Talent of all ethnicities is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional tech company advertising campaign.
• Appear on camera in fitness, sports, or wellness-focused content.
• Bring authentic enthusiasm for health, fitness, sports, and nutrition.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Work professionally with the production team on set.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 21–30.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Non-union talent.
• Must have a genuine interest in fitness, sports, and nutrition.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.
• Must be available to film in New York City.

Compensation

• $5,000.

NYC Tech Company Campaign – Unique Individuals & Performers

Job Description

A major tech company campaign is seeking unique, exuberant, and confident individuals ages 20–70 in the New York City area. This casting opportunity is open to non-models, and no special skills are required. Professional dancers, movement artists, entertainers, and other expressive personalities are especially encouraged to apply. The campaign will shoot in the NYC/Brooklyn area.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional advertising campaign for a major tech brand.
• Attend a fitting if selected.
• Work with the creative team and photographer during the campaign shoot.
• Bring an authentic, confident, and expressive presence to the production.
• Follow on-set creative direction throughout the session.

Requirements

• Ages 20–70.
• Must be based in the New York City area.
• Non-models and individuals with unique personalities are encouraged to apply.
• Professional dancers, movement artists, and entertainers are especially encouraged.
• No special skills are required.
• Must be comfortable participating in a professional commercial photography campaign.

Compensation

• Fitting rate: $250 + 20% for up to 3 hours.
• Session rate: $500 + 20% per 8 hours.
• Guaranteed usage fee: $1,500.

Netflix’s Myron Bolitar – Female Wrestler Background Actors

Job Description

Netflix’s Myron Bolitar is casting female wrestler types for paid background roles filming in Hempstead, New York. The production is seeking women who can convincingly portray professional WWE-style wrestlers on camera. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered, and previous wrestling experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional female wrestler in background scenes
• Bring a confident and believable wrestling presence to the production
• Follow direction from assistant directors and the production team
• Perform assigned background movements and actions safely
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Female talent with a convincing professional wrestler look
• No previous wrestling experience required
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered
• Must be able to work in Hempstead, New York
• Comfortable portraying a WWE-style wrestler on camera
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity

Father and Son Golfers – TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting a father and son to portray a golfing duo in an exterior scene filming in the Bronx, New York. The production is seeking a dad in his 30s–40s and a boy ages 10–13 who are comfortable and experienced with golf. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can confidently handle golf-related action and deliver natural, believable interactions on camera. The background role is covered by the SAG-AFTRA CBA and is subject to a Preference of Employment provision.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and son golfing together in a television series
• Perform realistic golf movements and background action on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain natural father-and-son interactions throughout the scene
• Remain professional and attentive during exterior production

Requirements

• Dad should appear to be in his 30s–40s
• Son should be between 10–13 years old
• Both performers must know how to golf
• Comfortable performing golf-related actions on camera
• Able to participate in exterior filming in the Bronx
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production direction

Compensation

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

Times Square Gorilla Costume Actor for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is seeking a Times Square character performer for paid background work in Manhattan, New York. Casting is looking for talent who owns a gorilla costume and is comfortable wearing it while filming summer exterior scenes in Times Square. This background acting opportunity is ideal for an experienced character performer who can work comfortably in costume and follow production direction in a busy outdoor environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a Times Square gorilla character in background scenes for “Dexter: Resurrection.”
• Wear a personal gorilla costume during filming.
• Perform in outdoor summer exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character and professionalism while working in a busy Times Square environment.

Requirements

• Must have access to or own a gorilla costume.
• Comfortable performing in the costume during outdoor filming.
• Able to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable working as a paid background actor.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set production direction.

Compensation

• Paid background work; specific rate not provided

Italian or Greek Families and Friends for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial is casting New York-based Italian or Greek families and groups of friends who enjoy gathering for potluck dinners. The production is seeking authentic families and friend groups who can naturally showcase the warmth, food, conversation, and community of a shared meal. This paid commercial casting opportunity is open to talent who can bring genuine chemistry and personality to the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear with family members or friends in a commercial campaign.
• Participate in a potluck dinner-style commercial shoot.
• Interact naturally with other participants on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the commercial production team.
• Bring authentic energy, chemistry, and personality to filming.

Requirements

• Italian or Greek families and groups of friends.
• Must be local to New York.
• Comfortable appearing together on camera.
• Genuine connection and natural chemistry within the group.
• Comfortable participating in a food and potluck-themed commercial.

Compensation

• $800 per person.
• Additional $5,000 usage fee.

Job Description

MHART, a New York City-based jewelry brand founded by designer Michael Hartney, is casting a female model for an upcoming NYC photoshoot. The shoot will showcase the brand’s handcrafted jewelry collection, featuring pieces created around natural gemstones and finished with hand-woven cage designs in silver or gold chain. The production is seeking a model who can complement a fine jewelry and editorial-style aesthetic and help bring the collection to life on camera. This opportunity is suited to models comfortable with close-up jewelry imagery and polished editorial posing.

Job Responsibilities

• Model handcrafted fine jewelry for an editorial-style photoshoot.
• Pose naturally and professionally for jewelry-focused imagery.
• Follow creative direction throughout the shoot.
• Showcase earrings and other jewelry pieces clearly on camera.

Requirements

• Female model.
• Ages 25–35.
• Must have ear piercings.
• Comfortable modeling fine jewelry in an editorial setting.
• Submit a portfolio or comp card for consideration.

Compensation

Not specified.

Executive & Fashion Operations Intern

Job Description

A New York City fashion and events company is seeking a motivated, organized, and creative Executive & Fashion Operations Intern for a paid opportunity. This hands-on fashion internship offers the chance to work closely with a director while gaining experience across designer relations, private runway shows, Fashion Week, events, travel, and day-to-day fashion operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Support executive and fashion operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Assist with designer relations and fashion industry projects.
• Help coordinate private runway shows, Fashion Week activities, and special events.
• Provide organizational and administrative support to the team.
• Assist with event preparation and behind-the-scenes fashion operations.
• Support occasional travel and off-site projects as needed.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced fashion and events environment.

Requirements

• Must be based in New York City.
• Organized, proactive, and highly reliable.
• Passionate about fashion, events, and the creative industry.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Available for occasional travel.
• Motivated to gain hands-on fashion industry experience.

Compensation

• This is a paid internship.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

Job Description

The MR Casting, LLC is casting non-union actors for ABIKU, a Columbia MFA thesis short film combining horror and supernatural drama. The story centers on 12-year-old Rayana, who begins seeing a terrifying creature during a crowded family gathering. The production is casting multiple lead and supporting roles, primarily seeking Black performers ranging from children to adults in their 70s. Roles include Rayana, her siblings Zion and Paul, Paul’s girlfriend Estelle, and several members of the extended family. Piano experience is preferred for Rayana. Applicants must be local hires in New York City or New Jersey. Underage applicants for Rayana and Zion must provide additional information regarding age, work permit status, and school schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned lead or supporting character in the short film.
• Perform scripted dramatic and supernatural/horror scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Perform stunt work or wear required eye makeup when applicable to the role.

Requirements

• Rayana – Lead: Black female, age 12; strong emotional range. Piano experience preferred.
• Zion – Lead: Black male, age 14; witty and mischievous with strong sibling chemistry.
• Paul – Lead: Black male, age 19; stunt work and eye makeup required.
• Estelle – Lead: Black female, age 21; stunt work required.
• Uncle Braxton – Supporting: Black male, age 54.
• Grandma – Supporting: Black female, 70s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Uncles – Supporting: Black male performers, 40s–50s; seeking 4–5 performers comfortable with eye makeup.
• Aunties – Supporting: Black female performers, 40s–50s; seeking 4–5 performers comfortable with eye makeup.
• Mom – Supporting: Black female, 40s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Dad – Supporting: Black male, 40s–50s; must be comfortable with eye makeup.
• Must be a local hire in New York City or New Jersey.
• Rayana and Zion submissions must include current age, work permit status, and school schedule.

Compensation

Paid. Specific compensation is disclosed upon request.