Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Chris – Teen Male Role in Festival-Bound Short Film ‘Chicken Skin’

The upcoming short film Chicken Skin, written and directed by Cannes Young Director Award winner Julia Kupiec, is casting the pivotal role of CHRIS. This character is central to the film’s exploration of adolescence, vulnerability, and blurred moral boundaries. CHRIS is a newly graduated teen, aimless and disarmed by the weight of adulthood. The film shoots in late summer or early fall 2025 in Los Angeles or New York, with travel fully covered for U.S.-based non-local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Chris with natural charm, subtle vulnerability, and emotional authenticity

• Participate in a 3–4 day shoot with potential rehearsals and travel days

• Collaborate with an award-winning creative team on sensitive and layered material

• Navigate scenes involving implied mature themes handled with professionalism (non-explicit)

Requirements

• Male-identifying actors of any ethnicity

• Ages 16–22 who can believably portray 17–19

• Comfortable portraying a teen struggling with identity, anxiety, and escape

• Must be U.S.-based and available for travel if not local to LA or NYC

• Must be comfortable working with subject matter involving adolescent relationships and boundaries

Compensation

• $249 per 8-hour shoot day + 10% per SAG scale

• Paid rehearsal and travel days per SAG-AFTRA guidelines

• Key supporting role in a festival-circuit film with notable creative recognition

• Professional experience with a Cannes-awarded director

Teen Performers for Chicken Fight Scene

Job Description

A television pilot is casting teen performers for a featured pool scene involving a staged chicken fight. This paid opportunity is open to performers who are comfortable participating in a fun, supervised water scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a staged pool chicken fight.
• Follow safety instructions and production direction.
• Perform naturally in featured background scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male or female.
• Ages 14–18 (must be able to portray age 14).
• All ethnicities.
• Must be comfortable in a pool and participating in a staged chicken fight.
• Must be able to work in Kure Beach, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours.
• $50 featured bump.

Job Description:

A commercial production is casting real DJs for a paid project filming on July 29 and/or July 30. Casting is seeking authentic male and female DJs with real-world experience who can bring genuine performance energy to the production. Applicants must be available for both filming days and submit examples of their DJ work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a professional DJ in a commercial production.
• Perform authentic DJ actions during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Collaborate with the production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Men and women, ages 20–45.
• Must have real DJ experience.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be part of or eligible for the U Talents Miami casting roster.

Compensation:

• $1,000/day
• $3,000 buyout (if featured)
• $250 fitting fee
• 15% commission applies

Military Dad for Internet Company Commercial

Job Description: We are seeking a Hispanic man aged 31-34 to portray a military dad in an upcoming commercial for an internet company. The role involves a scene where the dad, deployed overseas, is virtually tucking his kids in for bed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act in a scene portraying a deployed military dad interacting with his kids via video call.
• Follow the director’s instructions to accurately depict the character.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure a smooth filming process.

Requirements:

• Age: 31-34
• Ethnicity: Hispanic
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, TN (no travel paid).
• Available for an in-person fitting and the specified filming dates.
• Real military veterans are encouraged to apply (please make a note of this in your application).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $500.00 + $1200.00 buyout
• Fitting/Wardrobe Fee: $75.00
• Talent may work one or both days of filming.

Elite Male Soccer Players for Apparel Commercial

Job Description
A paid apparel brand commercial is seeking elite male soccer players to appear in a high-energy sports shoot. This project is focused on authentic athletic performance, dynamic movement, and competitive on-camera presence. Ideal for skilled players looking to showcase their talent in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced soccer skills on camera during filmed scenes
• Participate in staged gameplay and athletic movement sequences
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout fittings, rehearsals, and filming

Requirements

• Male soccer players ages 18–35
• High-level or elite soccer experience
• Strong athletic ability and on-camera presence
• Comfortable performing in a commercial production environment

Compensation

• $700 for one day of filming
• $3,000 one-year usage buyout
• Paid commercial opportunity

Luxury Commercial Casting Call – Female & Male Lead Roles

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is seeking talented male and female lead actors for an upcoming luxury commercial filming in Miami, Florida. Production is looking for confident, camera-ready performers with a sophisticated, high-end appearance to portray stylish lead characters. This is an excellent opportunity for models and actors to showcase their talent in a premium commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a luxury commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Deliver a confident and engaging on-camera performance.
• Maintain a polished, professional appearance throughout production.

Requirements

• Female Lead
  • Female, ages 22–30.
  • Latina.
  • Runway model type.
  • Comfortable wearing evening wear, high heels, and lingerie for a scene.
  • Confident, sexy, and camera-ready.
• Male Lead
  • Male, ages 22–35.
  • Debonair, James Bond-type appearance.
  • Handsome with a fit build.
  • Confident, charismatic presence.
  • Comfortable wearing sleek, high-end wardrobe.

Compensation

• $700+ (AF)

Major Cleaning Product Commercial Casting for Real Mother and Daughter Duo

Job Description

A paid commercial opportunity is now casting a real mother and daughter duo for a major cleaning product digital campaign filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking real families with previous on-set experience to portray authentic moments in a featured, non-speaking role. This is a great opportunity for experienced talent looking to appear in a national commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real mother and daughter in a featured commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in non-speaking scenes for the digital campaign.
• Be available for the full production schedule if booked.

Requirements

• Real mother and daughter pair only.
• Mother: Approximately ages 25–40.
• Daughter: Approximately ages 5–10.
• Previous on-set experience is required.
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Must be available to work as local hires.

Compensation

• $700 for up to 10 hours per person.

Job Description

Casting Barrandov is seeking Afro-American, Indian, and Latino men and women for paid background roles in an upcoming major American production filming in Prague, Czech Republic.

This is an opportunity to work as an extra in a large international project, portraying a variety of hospital and public service roles. Casting is open to new applicants only.

Roles Available

Extras will portray characters such as:

• Patients
• Doctors
• Nurses
• Police officers
• Hospital visitors

Casting Requirements

• Afro-American, Indian, or Latino men and women
• Ages 18–80
• Must be available for both the costume fitting and filming date
• Previous applicants for this specific extras casting should not apply again

High-Fashion Runway Models for TikTok Fashion Show

Job Description

A paid runway modeling opportunity is now casting experienced high-fashion models for a TikTok-hosted fashion show in New York City. This production is seeking professional runway talent with editorial experience to participate in a live fashion event. If you have a strong runway presence and meet the height requirements, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your modeling skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk in a professional high-fashion runway show.
• Attend the required fitting before the event.
• Follow styling and creative direction from the production team.
• Represent fashion brands with confidence and professionalism during the live show.

Requirements

• Professional high-fashion runway models only.
• Male models must be at least 6’1″.
• Female models must be at least 5’10”.
• Strong runway and editorial modeling experience.
• Available for the required fitting and show dates in New York City.

Compensation

• Gross pay: $700.

Job Description:

Ray Ray is casting high-fashion runway models for an upcoming TikTok-hosted fashion show in Chelsea, Manhattan, New York City. The production is seeking experienced editorial and runway models of all genders who meet the required height specifications. Selected models will participate in a fitting before the two-day fashion event.

Job Responsibilities:

• Walk the runway in a TikTok-hosted fashion show.
• Attend the scheduled fitting prior to the event.
• Model designer looks during the show.
• Follow direction from the production and creative team.

Requirements:

• High-fashion runway models only.
• All genders and body sizes are encouraged to apply.
• Strong runway and editorial portfolio.

Compensation:

• $700 gross rate.