Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A computer software company is casting non-union male and female actors/models ages 25–35 for principal roles in an upcoming production. The casting is seeking talent with a distinctive, natural look and an effortless, lived-in sense of style. Selected performers should feel expressive, approachable, and believable on camera. Travel is included with the opportunity, and applicants must have a valid passport.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a principal role for a computer software company production
• Model and/or act naturally on camera
• Follow creative and production direction during filming
• Bring an expressive, approachable, and believable presence to the role
• Maintain professional conduct throughout the project

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25–35
• Non-union talent
• Male role: seeking White/East Asian, with the notice specifically describing a mixed Asian/Caucasian actor/model
• Female role: seeking White/East Asian actor/model
• Distinctive and natural appearance
• Expressive, approachable, and believable on camera
• Must have a valid passport

Compensation

$6,900 + travel

Project Family Casting Call for East Asian Men Ages 70+

Job Description

A project filming in Vancouver is seeking non-union East Asian male talent ages 70 and older for a family-focused production. This Vancouver casting call is an opportunity for senior actors and performers interested in appearing in an upcoming entertainment project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as assigned for the production
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Participate professionally throughout filming
• Be available for the production schedule as required

Requirements

• East Asian men
• Age 70 or older
• Non-union talent
• Must be available to work in Vancouver

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Baby Product Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A national baby product campaign is casting East Asian infants for a paid commercial filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking East Asian baby boys and girls of various backgrounds, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Taiwanese, and Hong Kong Chinese. Talent will be selected based on height and weight rather than age, making this an excellent opportunity for babies who meet the required measurements.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a national baby product commercial.
• Participate in a fitting if selected.
• Follow direction from the production team with a parent or guardian present.
• Attend the scheduled shoot day.

Requirements

• East Asian baby boys and girls.
• Approximately 2–3 months old or must meet the required measurements.
• Under 14 pounds.
• Under 23 inches in length.
• Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Taiwanese, Hong Kong Chinese, and other East Asian backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work in the Atlanta area.

Compensation

• Shoot Rate: $400.
• Fitting Rate: $50.
• Less 20% agency fee, if applicable.

East Asian Grandparents for Netflix Series Background Roles

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking non-union background actors of East Asian descent to portray grandparents in scenes set in Manhattan’s Chinatown. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for older performers who can bring authenticity and warmth to the production while working on location in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray grandparents in background scenes for a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create an authentic Chinatown community setting.
• Maintain continuity throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• East Asian descent.
• Ages 65–85.
• Must be available to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable participating in outdoor filming.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.

Job Description:

An independent Sydney short film is casting a young actress to portray Young Vivien, the younger version of the film’s main character. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for aspiring young performers looking to gain on-set experience. The role is a brief, non-speaking appearance expected to take approximately one hour to film. A WWCC-certified crew will be on set, and parents or guardians must supervise.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the younger version of the lead character.
• Perform in a non-speaking scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Attend the scheduled one-hour filming session.

Requirements:

• Female.
• Ages 8–15.
• East Asian ethnicity.
• Parent or guardian must supervise on set.

Compensation:

• Volunteer role.
• Catering provided.

Music Video Casting Call for Boom Box Man

Job Description

A paid music video casting opportunity is now available for an undisclosed artist filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking a charismatic male lead to portray the “Boom Box Man,” a lively and magnetic neighborhood figure who brings people together through music. This non-speaking lead role is perfect for performers with expressive personalities and natural movement skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead role of the Boom Box Man in a music video.
• Perform natural movement and light dancing on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain energy and professionalism throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Male, ages 35 to 55.
• Open to African, Black, East Asian, Filipino, Hispanic, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Mixed Ethnicity, North African, Pacific Islander, South Asian, Southeast Asian, West Indies/Caribbean, or similar backgrounds.
• Charismatic, joyful, magnetic, and expressive personality.
• Comfortable dancing and moving naturally to music.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $850 for up to 12 hours.