Jobs in New York, United States

Kids Acting Coach/Teacher

Job Description

A children’s performing arts school in Gowanus, Brooklyn, is hiring a kids acting coach and teacher to lead private lessons, high school audition coaching, and weekly children’s classes. The role also includes opportunities to substitute for classes at the school’s children’s dance theater. This position is ideal for an experienced acting educator who enjoys helping young performers develop confidence, creativity, and audition skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach private acting lessons for children and teens.
• Lead weekly kids acting classes.
• Provide high school audition coaching and preparation.
• Help young performers develop acting, performance, and audition skills.
• Substitute for children’s performing arts classes when needed.
• Create a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Coordinate teaching availability with students and the school.

Requirements

• Experience teaching or coaching acting for children and teens.
• Strong acting, communication, and instructional skills.
• Comfortable providing individual and group instruction.
• Ability to prepare students for high school auditions.
• Must have weekday evening and/or weekend availability.
• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York.

Compensation

• $40–$65 per hour.

Female Background Actors for “Women Like Us” House Party Scenes

Job Description

The feature film “Women Like Us” is seeking confident, glamorous women for paid, non-speaking background roles in Oyster Bay, New York. Performers will portray house party guests who have had a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). Transportation from New York City is provided.

The scenes involve revealing wardrobe and lying in a bed with multiple people in a scene depicting the aftermath of sexual activity. No nudity is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a house party guest in feature film background scenes.
• Follow production direction and maintain continuity between takes.
• Participate in the described bed scene while wearing revealing attire.

Requirements

• Women with a confident, glamorous appearance suited to portraying characters with a BBL look.
• Be comfortable wearing scanty or revealing wardrobe without nudity.
• Be comfortable lying in bed with multiple people in a post-coital scene.
• Be available for both scheduled filming days in Oyster Bay.
• Follow the submission instructions in the original casting notice.
• Actual BBL surgery is not explicitly required in the provided post.

Compensation

• Paid background work; the rate is not specified.
• Transportation from New York City is provided.

Fashionable Burlesque Club Patrons for TV Series

Job Description

A TV series is casting non-union background actors in New York City to portray fashionable, chic, and upscale patrons at a burlesque club. The production is looking for talent with stylish, fashion-forward looks who can naturally fit into an upscale social club environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale burlesque club patron in a TV series.
• Perform naturally as background talent during social club scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Bring a chic, stylish, and sophisticated presence to the scene.

Requirements

• Ages 20s–40s.
• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Chic, stylish, upscale, or fashion-forward appearance.
• Comfortable portraying a patron in a burlesque club setting.
• Comfortable working as background talent on a television production.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime applies after 10 hours.

Artsy and Bohemian Types for Netflix Feature Film

Job Description

A Netflix feature film titled “Women Like Us” is casting non-union Long Island and Hamptons locals to portray artsy and bohemian types. The production is seeking people with interesting, creative looks for background roles, with some talent potentially considered for featured background work. Filming will take place in Sagaponack and Oyster Bay, New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an artsy or bohemian character in a feature film.
• Perform as background talent in exterior scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Bring a natural, creative, and distinctive presence to scenes.

Requirements

• Must be non-union.
• Must be local to Long Island or the Hamptons area.
• Artsy, bohemian, creative, or distinctive look.
• Comfortable working as background talent on a feature film.
• Must be able to work in Sagaponack and Oyster Bay, New York.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours of work per day.

Male Sanitation Worker Background Actors for Series “9/12”

Job Description

The television series “9/12” is seeking background actors to portray male sanitation workers in Staten Island, New York. This paid casting opportunity is open to union and nonunion talent local to the NYC and New Jersey area. Selected performers must be available for two matching shoot days and comfortable wearing protective coveralls with artificial dust and ash makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a male sanitation worker in background scenes.
• Follow the production team’s direction and maintain continuity across both filming days.
• Wear a protective suit and light artificial dust or ash on your face and body.

Requirements

• Be over 18 and local to the NYC or New Jersey area.
• Fit male wardrobe specifications: height 5′9″–6′1″ and shoe size 9–13.
• Be available for both tentative matching shoot days.
• Be comfortable wearing a Tyvek suit and artificial dust or ash containing cellulose, PVA, and vegetable starch.
• Submit your name, phone number, and union status. Union members should include their membership ID and confirm good standing.
• Provide current height, weight, shirt, pants, and shoe sizes for costuming purposes.
• Submit a recent, nonprofessional selfie and full-body photo taken within the past week in clear, plain lighting.
• Photos must have no editing, filters, unusual angles, glasses, or hats.
• Be able to present valid identification for employment verification and payment.

Compensation

• Union rate: $231 for 8 hours.
• Nonunion rate: $187 for 10 hours.
• Additional $100 makeup payment only if makeup is applied.
• The background role is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement and subject to a preference-of-employment provision.

Event Performers and Hype Dancers for NYC and New Jersey Events

Job Description

Charismatic event performers and hype dancers are needed for luxury events across New York City and New Jersey. This freelance opportunity includes weekend galas, celebrity events, and private celebrations. Dancers, actors, models, cheerleaders, entertainers, and outgoing personalities are encouraged to apply.

Bring your confidence, rhythm, and stage presence to celebrations where engaging guests and creating an exciting atmosphere are central to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and energize guests at luxury events and private celebrations.
• Interact with attendees and encourage participation.
• Bring enthusiasm, personality, and professionalism to each event.
• Collaborate with fellow entertainers to create memorable guest experiences.

Requirements

• Have a confident, outgoing personality and strong stage presence.
• Demonstrate rhythm and the ability to engage a crowd.
• Be professional and comfortable interacting with guests.
• Be available for weekend events across NYC and New Jersey.
• Professional dance training is a plus but is not required.
• Submit a headshot or recent photo, a full-body photo, and your phone number.
• Be available for an audition in Midtown Manhattan.

Compensation

• Starting pay of $350 per event, plus tips.
• Many regular performers reportedly earn $400–$600 or more per event; earnings vary.
• Freelance weekend opportunities, advertised as requiring no contract.

1980s Go-Go Dancers for Feature Film

Job Description

A Universal Pictures feature film set in the 1980s is seeking performers to portray go-go dancers in New York City. This background casting opportunity is looking for talent who can authentically capture the energy, style, and atmosphere of the era while working alongside a professional film production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a go-go dancer in scenes set during the 1980s.
• Perform natural dance and movement appropriate for the scene and period.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain character, energy, and continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background performers.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable portraying a go-go dancer.
• Must be able to authentically fit a 1980s period setting.
• Must be comfortable performing dance and movement on camera.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Must be reliable and professional on set.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Musical Movie – Audience Extras

Job Description

The autobiographical fantasy musical movie “Buffalo Shaman” is seeking additional audience extras for an intimate musical scene filming in Buffalo, New York. Selected background actors will portray seated audience members during a musical performance featuring a 1970s-inspired funk sound. Previous extras who have appeared in the production or related films are also welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a seated audience member during an intimate musical performance.
• React naturally to the performance while cameras are rolling.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic audience atmosphere for the musical scene.
• Maintain professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Buffalo, New York.
• Comfortable appearing as a seated audience extra.
• Able to follow production direction and perform naturally on camera.
• Previous background acting experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

“Eden Goes Home” Musical – Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description

“Eden Goes Home,” a new one-act musical dramedy participating in the New York Theater Festival, is seeking four non-union actors who are strong singers for a production in New York City. The musical follows a family drama centered on generational tension, mental health, socioeconomic status, and national identity. Available roles include George, Granny, Shannon, and Professor Frisk, with each character offering performers an opportunity to bring emotional depth, personality, and strong vocal ability to the stage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal or supporting character in the one-act musical.
• Learn and perform scripted dialogue, music, and stage direction.
• Bring emotional authenticity and strong vocal ability to the production.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and creative team during rehearsals and performances.
• Participate in required rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Non-union actors who are strong singers.
• George: Male, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; an optimistic father struggling to provide stability for his family; baritone.
• Granny: Female, ages 60–80s, Caucasian; a woman severely affected by dementia who experiences moments of clarity; mezzo-soprano.
• Shannon: Female, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; Eden’s Irish mother, portrayed as warm, perceptive, and supportive; Irish dialect required.
• Professor Frisk: Any gender and ethnicity, ages 30–70s; a serious astronomy professor with a direct, no-nonsense personality.
• Strong acting, singing, and character-development abilities.
• Must be able to perform in New York City.
• Must be able to commit to the required rehearsal and performance schedule.

Compensation

• All acting positions are paid.
• Specific compensation rates will be discussed with selected performers.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – Lara

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actress for the lead role of Lara in New York City. Lara is an aspiring fitness trainer who is ambitious, disciplined, and constantly working toward her future. While she projects confidence, uncertainty remains beneath the surface, creating an opportunity for a nuanced and emotionally layered performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lara, an aspiring fitness trainer, in a lead role.
• Capture the character’s ambition, discipline, confidence, and underlying uncertainty.
• Deliver emotionally authentic scripted performances.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate with other cast members.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Female performer, mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong acting skills and an engaging screen presence.
• Able to portray an ambitious and disciplined aspiring fitness professional.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.