Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A non-union commercial production is seeking background talent for an upcoming shoot. Filming will take place in Toronto and will include both interior and exterior scenes. Casting directors are looking for a diverse group of individuals, including those comfortable with light physical activity such as jogging. Talent must be professional, reliable, and available for the full duration of the production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a commercial production
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Perform natural background actions, including walking or jogging if selected for specific roles
• Maintain professionalism during long filming hours

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–70
• Open to all experience levels
• Must be comfortable being on camera
• Some roles require individuals who are comfortable jogging (please specify “Jogger” in submission)
• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days
• Must be able to work both indoor and outdoor scenes

Compensation

• $300 flat rate
• 12-hour shoot day plus a 1-hour lunch break
• Overtime pay if applicable

Job Description
A non-union commercial production is seeking toddlers and adult background talent for an upcoming shoot taking place across multiple locations. Filming will include both interior and exterior scenes, and selected talent must be available for all scheduled shoot days. The production is looking for a range of individuals, including young children comfortable with simple physical actions.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial production as featured or background talent
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Perform natural actions on camera, including riding a tricycle (for toddler role)
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Toddlers ages 2–4 who are comfortable riding a tricycle (must include child’s age in submission)
• Male and female talent, ages 18–70
• Must be available for all shoot days
• Must be able to self-drive to locations (Stoney Creek, Ajax, Pickering)
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors

Compensation

• $300 flat rate
• 10-hour shoot day plus a 1-hour lunch break
• Overtime pay if applicable
• Additional $50 travel fee for talent working in Stoney Creek

Job Description
A New York-based social media production is now casting talent for two upcoming shoots in Brooklyn. Producers are seeking outgoing personalities, background actors, and confident storytellers for fun, interactive social content involving celebrity guest panels and live audience-style experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in social media and live-action filmed content
• Appear as crowd talent or featured participants during production
• Share engaging stories and interact naturally on camera
• Follow production team direction during filming
• Attend scheduled shoot times in Brooklyn

Requirements

Shoot One

• Seeking 4 actors to wear masks in a crowd scene at a well-known band’s performance
• Must be at least 5 feet 10 inches tall
• Evening shoot availability required

Shoot Two

• Seeking 3 participants for a lineup-style interactive segment with a band
• Open to all personalities and experience levels
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera

Additional Casting Preferences

• Ages 26+ preferred
• Big personalities and confident storytellers encouraged to apply
• Authentic and outgoing individuals wanted for social media content

Submission Requirements

• Headshot or recent photo
• Portfolio or short introduction video
• Include age and location in submission

Compensation Details

• $300 flat rate for all roles

Job Description
Team Dark Whimsy is now casting actors and background talent for the upcoming Run N Gun 2026 film project. Production is seeking performers across a wide range of ages and looks for overnight filming on a horror-themed production. The team encourages applicants with unique costumes, props, or specialty wardrobe pieces to include those details in their submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in overnight film shoots for a horror production
• Portray assigned characters and background roles on camera
• Follow direction from the production and creative team
• Arrive prepared for filming and maintain professionalism on set
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production

Requirements

• Open to a wide range of ages and appearances
• Must be comfortable filming overnight
• Acting experience preferred but not required
• Applicants with unique, fun, or specialty costumes are encouraged to apply
• Submit portfolio, demo reel, and acting experience information

Compensation Details

• Lunch provided on set
• IMDb credit included
• Additional compensation details not specified

Job Description

A social media fitness campaign is now casting a lead female workout instructor and female background talent for upcoming workout video shoots in downtown Los Angeles. The production is seeking energetic, camera-friendly talent to appear in branded fitness content for social media platforms.

The lead instructor role requires strong fitness knowledge and the ability to engage and motivate viewers on camera. Background talent will participate in workout routines and assist in creating an energetic class environment.

Job Responsibilities

Lead Female Workout Instructor

• Host and appear in workout videos for social media
• Lead workout routines and motivate participants on camera
• Demonstrate proper exercise techniques
• Maintain high energy and crowd engagement throughout filming

Background Talent

• Participate in workout routines during filming
• Follow the instructor’s exercises on camera
• Help create an energetic and engaging fitness atmosphere
• Maintain strong on-camera presence during production

Requirements

Lead Female Workout Instructor

• Female, ages 25–40
• Native English speaker
• Upbeat and energetic personality
• Workout experience and understanding of proper exercise techniques
• Strong ability to engage and motivate others on camera

Background Talent

• Female, ages 20–50
• Fit and sporty appearance
• Strong on-camera presence
• Comfortable participating in workout activities

Compensation Details

Lead Female Workout Instructor

• $30/hour

Background Talent

• $20/hour
• Ongoing opportunities available for future shoots and talent database consideration

Police Officer and Detective Background Casting Call

Job Description
A Detroit-area production is now casting background actors to portray police detectives and police officers in upcoming scenes filming in Southfield, Michigan. Casting directors are seeking reliable talent with professional appearances who can help bring authenticity to law enforcement scenes in the production. This is a great opportunity for local background actors looking to gain on-set experience in an independent film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police detectives or police officers in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional and realistic law enforcement appearance
• Participate in filming in Southfield, Michigan
• Arrive prepared and on time for production call times

Requirements

• Men and women interested in background acting roles
• Professional appearance preferred
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement personnel on camera
• Must be available to work in Southfield, MI
• Reliable transportation and punctuality required
• Positive attitude and ability to work with cast and crew

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience working on an independent film production
• Opportunity to build on-camera credits and networking connections

Job Description
A music video production is seeking diverse talent to portray everyday working professionals in a celebratory scene. Filming will take place in Davie, Florida, and will feature individuals representing a range of professions such as healthcare workers, construction workers, and service industry professionals. This is a great opportunity for talent to be part of a vibrant and energetic music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic working professionals in a music video setting
• Participate in group celebration scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements

• Ages 24–60
• Open to diverse backgrounds and looks
• Comfortable performing in a group setting
• Must provide recent headshot and full-body photo
• Photos must be in color (no black & white)
• No sunglasses or hats in submission photos
• Photos must be current

Compensation

• $150 (minus 10% agency fee)
• Half-day shoot (up to 6 hours)
• Wardrobe provided

Job Description:
A short film production is now casting a diverse range of supporting and background roles for an upcoming project filming in Barbados. The production is seeking talent of all ethnicities, shapes, and sizes, with opportunities for both new and experienced performers to gain valuable on-set experience in a professional environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in filming for assigned supporting or background roles
• Follow direction from the production team during shoots
• Portray realistic, natural characters such as students, commuters, and ancestors
• Be available for 1–3 days of filming as scheduled

Requirements:

• Open to teens through 80+ years old
• All ethnicities, body types, and backgrounds encouraged to apply
• Strong, natural, and authentic screen presence
• No acting experience required
• For ancestor roles (55+): expressive faces; dancing and singing experience preferred
• Must be available for filming in Barbados

Compensation:

• Supporting roles: stipend provided
• Background roles: voluntary
• All roles receive catering on set
• On-screen credit provided
• Valuable on-set experience

Job Description

The upcoming crime drama production King of the Court is now casting background extras for multiple featured scenes. Producers are seeking energetic and dependable talent to appear in basketball court scenes, house party sequences, and prison environments.

This production welcomes performers of all ethnicities and experience levels, making it a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background talent looking to gain on-set experience and IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in scripted film scenes
• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Participate in crowd, party, or prison environment scenes
• Maintain professionalism and reliability during filming
• Arrive prepared and available for production schedules

Requirements

Courtside Crowd Extras

• Must be 18 years or older
• Comfortable participating in basketball court crowd scenes

House Party Extras

• Must be 21 years or older
• Comfortable participating in energetic party scenes

Prison Scene Extras

• Seeking inmates and prison guard types
• Ability to portray realistic correctional facility environments

General Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities
• No acting experience required
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation Details

• IMDb credit provided
• Meals provided on set

Featured Background Actors for Historical Film

Job Description
A historical documentary film is seeking featured background actors to portray individuals from the Revolutionary War era. This project will highlight the lives of patriots, loyalists, and civilians, offering actors the chance to be part of a meaningful and educational production with strong storytelling elements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historical characters in reenactment scenes
• Follow direction from the production and historical consultants
• Maintain authenticity in performance and movement
• Participate in multiple filming days if required
• Contribute to immersive and accurate storytelling

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–45
• Caucasian
• Ability to portray historical roles authentically
• Comfortable working in period-style productions
• Must be available for filming in Virginia

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Featured role in a historical documentary
• On-screen credit and industry experience
• Opportunity to work on an educational film project