Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

KALSH Commercial – Division 1 / Ex-Pro American Football Players

Job Description
A New York commercial casting call is seeking Division 1 and former professional American football players for a non-union production. This paid commercial opportunity is open to performers ages 21–30 of all genders and ethnicities. Selected talent will participate in a fitting/rehearsal in New York followed by a two-day commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as an experienced American football player in a commercial production
• Participate in the scheduled fitting and rehearsal in New York
• Attend both required shoot days in New York
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Bring authentic Division 1 or professional-level football experience to the role

Requirements

• Ages 21–30
• All genders and ethnicities welcome
• Division 1 or former professional American football playing experience
• Must be available for the fitting/rehearsal and two-day shoot in New York
• Comfortable performing on camera in a commercial production

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Non-union commercial

Real Families for Holiday Commercial Shoot

Job Description

A holiday commercial production is casting real families who celebrate together for an upcoming shoot in New York City. The production is seeking Hispanic families nationwide and Caucasian families based in the NYC area. Families may include parents, children, extended family members, and grandparents, creating an opportunity for multiple generations to appear together in a festive holiday campaign. Hispanic families selected from outside New York will receive paid travel to NYC, while Caucasian families must be local or able to self-report.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real family in a holiday commercial shoot.
• Participate in natural, festive family scenes on camera.
• Showcase authentic family interactions and holiday celebrations.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Participate in a required fitting if selected.
• Maintain a professional and collaborative attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Must apply as a real family; individual talent will not be matched into families.
• Hispanic families may apply nationwide.
• Caucasian families must be local to the NYC area or able to self-report.
• Parents are generally sought in the 35–50 age range.
• Families should include at least one child age 18 or older; younger children are also welcome.
• Extended family members are welcome.
• Grandparents ages 60 and older are encouraged to participate.
• Grandparents may be eligible for travel to NYC even if they live separately from the rest of the family.
• Family members must meet the production’s required availability.

Compensation

• Main talent: $800 session fee.
• Main talent fitting: $150.
• Main talent travel day, if required: $400.
• Main talent one-year usage fee: $5,000 if included in the final cut.
• Featured talent: $600 session fee.
• Featured talent fitting: $150.
• Featured talent travel day, if required: $300.
• Featured talent one-year usage fee: $3,000 if included in the final cut.
• Extra roles from the same family: $500 session fee/buyout.
• Paid travel to NYC for selected Hispanic families.

Bodybuilder / Strong Man Casting Call – Toronto Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A non-union commercial campaign in Toronto is casting a male bodybuilder or strong man, ages 20–50, with a big, broad, and powerful presence paired with a warm, approachable personality. The selected performer will take on the unexpected role of a ballet dancer, creating a fun contrast between physical strength and graceful movement. Previous dance or movement experience is a bonus but is not required. Talent will be required to eat a protein bar during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a bodybuilder or strong man in a professional commercial campaign.
• Participate in movement and ballet-inspired scenes for the production.
• Attend required rehearsals, wardrobe fitting, and filming.
• Take direction and perform physical movements comfortably on camera.
• Eat the featured protein bar product during filming.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 20–50.
• Must have a bodybuilder, strong man, or similarly big, broad, and powerful physique.
• Must have a warm, friendly, and approachable presence.
• Dance or movement experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be comfortable performing ballet-inspired movement.
• Must be able to safely consume the featured protein bar.
• Must have no food allergies or dietary restrictions involving the product’s ingredients, including dairy, peanuts, or wheat.

Compensation

• Rehearsal: $1,200 per day, likely two 10-hour days.
• Session: $1,200 for a 10-hour day.
• Wardrobe: $75.
• Motion buyout: $2,000 if used.
• Print buyout: $2,000 if used.
• Buyout is based on survival of the edit and includes lifts, edits, and versions.

Navy Veterans Casting Call – Commercial in Orlando, Florida

Job Description

A commercial production is casting real U.S. Navy veterans for an upcoming shoot in Orlando, Florida. This real people casting opportunity is seeking authentic Navy veterans who are comfortable appearing on camera, and no acting experience is required. USAA membership is considered a plus but is not required. Travel and lodging may be provided for selected participants, making this an excellent opportunity for Navy veterans interested in appearing in a professional commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as yourself in a professional commercial production.
• Participate in on-camera scenes as directed by the production team.
• Bring an authentic Navy veteran perspective to the commercial.
• Follow production instructions and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Must be a real U.S. Navy veteran.
• No previous acting experience is required.
• USAA membership is a plus.
• Must be able to participate in filming in Orlando, Florida.

Compensation

• Competitive professional rate.
• Travel and lodging may be provided.

Real Football Families Casting Call – NY, NJ & PA

Job Description

A national commercial is casting real, athletic families in the New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Tri-State area who genuinely love playing football together. This real people casting opportunity is ideal for parents and children who regularly toss a football around, play pickup games, or share a strong connection to the sport. Casting is also seeking high school or college football players and their families. Applicants should be authentic families who actually spend time playing football together rather than actors portraying a family.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real family in a national commercial.
• Play football together naturally on camera.
• Showcase an authentic family connection and shared passion for football.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Be comfortable participating in an unscripted, real-people commercial setting.

Requirements

• Must be a real family based in the NY, NJ, or PA Tri-State area.
• Parents and children who play football together are encouraged to apply.
• Children participating with parents should be ages 17 or older.
• High school and college football players and their families are encouraged to apply.
• Family members should genuinely enjoy playing football together.
• Must be comfortable appearing together in a national commercial.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description

Dos Amigos is casting a woman around 40 years old for a commercial project for a client in Slovakia. The role calls for a woman in excellent physical condition who can convincingly portray a strong, authoritative character who appears to have recently returned from a foreign military mission or the Foreign Legion. The casting process begins with a self-tape filmed at home, followed by an in-person callback, costume fitting, and filming near Prague for the selected performer. The character should project confidence, discipline, and a commanding presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a physically fit, authoritative “warrior” character in a commercial.
• Perform expressive reactions during a sports/fan scene as outlined in the self-tape instructions.
• Convey tension, disappointment, excitement, and celebration naturally on camera.
• Attend the callback, costume fitting, and filming if selected.
• Follow creative and production direction throughout the project.

Requirements

• Woman around 40 years old.
• Excellent physical condition.
• Short hair, sharp features, and a strong, commanding look are preferred.
• Must be able to portray a military/Foreign Legion-inspired character.
• Self-tape introduction should include acting experience and brief personal information.
• All required self-tape material must be submitted as one video, not two separate videos.
• Filming: August 25, 2026, near Prague.
• Transportation to and from the filming location will be arranged.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

Del Valle Casting is seeking families and groups of friends who play flag football for an upcoming paid commercial opportunity in the New York/New Jersey area. Production is looking for people with genuine flag football experience and natural chemistry who can authentically represent the fun, energetic atmosphere of playing the sport together. Families or friend groups interested in appearing in a commercial are encouraged to submit for additional casting details.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial production.
• Participate in flag football-related scenes and activities.
• Demonstrate natural chemistry and authentic interactions with family members or friends.
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams.
• Be available for required production dates if selected.

Requirements

• Families and/or groups of friends who play flag football.
• Comfortable participating in football-related activity on camera.
• Include an email address when requesting casting details.

Compensation

Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA commercial is casting Hispanic/Latino background talent for a Georgia local campaign filming in Atlanta on August 26. Production is seeking performers for several lifestyle roles, including a gardening couple, runner, and grilling man. Talent should appear natural and relatable on camera and be comfortable performing the activity associated with their role. This is a Georgia local hire opportunity only, with no travel, transportation, or lodging provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in a SAG-AFTRA commercial.
• Portray the assigned lifestyle role naturally on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and commercial team.
• Be prepared to perform activities such as gardening, running, or grilling depending on the role.

Requirements

• Gardening Wife: Hispanic/Latina woman, ages 25–35; natural, relatable, and comfortable gardening.
• Gardening Husband: Hispanic/Latino man, ages 25–35; natural, relatable, and comfortable gardening.
• Runner: Hispanic/Latino woman or man, ages 18–25; athletic/active appearance and comfortable running.
• Grilling Man: Hispanic/Latino man, ages 55–65; warm, authentic, and comfortable grilling outdoors.
• Travel, lodging, and transportation are not provided.
• Final casting is subject to production approval and SAG-AFTRA confirmation.

Submission Link

 https://thebgartist.com/bg-form

Compensation

$327 SAG-AFTRA General Extras rate with one-year unlimited use, including session fee and one year of digital/cable usage. A 19.95% Pension & Health contribution applies under the SAG-AFTRA Atlanta Regional Commercials Code.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking skilled young guitar players ages 9–15 for a paid commercial combining a children’s toy and sports concept. The production will shoot in London, and applicants must be based within the M25.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform guitar skills on camera for a commercial shoot.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Participate in a professional paid shoot in London.

Requirements

• Ages 9–15 (minimum age 9).
• Must be a skilled guitar player.
• Must be London-based within the M25.
• Parent or guardian should contact casting for application information.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

Sami Jewels is seeking female models for an upcoming paid jewelry campaign shoot in New York City. The production will create campaign photography, video, and social media content. Models of all experience levels are welcome, and agency representation is not required. The shoot is scheduled within the September 14–18 date range, with the specific date determined based on availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Model jewelry for campaign photography and video.
• Participate in social media content production.
• Pose confidently for both still photography and video.
• Follow photographer and production direction throughout the shoot.
• Arrive prepared, professional, and on time for the confirmed shoot date.

Requirements

• Women ages 21–40.
• Loose curls or straight hair; any hair color.
• Must have 2+ ear piercings.
• Comfortable appearing in both photos and video.
• All modeling experience levels are welcome.
• Applicants should submit 3–5 recent, unfiltered photos with good lighting.
• Include height, sizing, location, relevant modeling/content experience, and availability.

Compensation

$75 per hour.