Cleveland Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Everyday People for Destination Cleveland Photoshoot

Job Description
A lifestyle photoshoot is seeking everyday Clevelanders—both adults and minors—to appear in promotional imagery representing the spirit and diversity of the city. The production is especially welcoming to individuals of all backgrounds, including those who are differently-abled. This is a wonderful opportunity to represent your community in a professional shoot for the “Destination Cleveland” campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot highlighting the Cleveland community

• Pose naturally in outdoor settings that showcase city life

• Follow photographer and director guidance to capture authentic expressions and moments

• Represent the energy and inclusiveness of modern Cleveland

Requirements

• Open to adults and minors of all ages and ethnicities

• Differently-abled individuals strongly encouraged to apply (wheelchair users, prosthetics, etc.)

• Must be local to Cleveland, OH

• Must be available on at least one of the tentative shoot dates

• Submission requires recent photos and contact info through the provided application form

Compensation

• $100 for 4 hours of work

• Paid role in a community-centered tourism campaign

• Potential exposure through official city branding

Casting Mascot and Handler for Teen Prom Event Appearance

Job Description
An experiential marketing team is casting a reliable and energetic mascot performer and handler to represent a beloved brand at a special event for teen patients. The event recreates a prom night experience for teens undergoing treatment at a children’s hospital. This appearance aims to bring joy and energy to a meaningful celebration, making a positive impact through performance and presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in mascot costume during a 2-hour event for teen patients

• Interact with attendees in character, posing for photos and spreading joy

• Assist with suit preparation, movement guidance, and crowd management

• Ensure a fun, safe, and respectful environment throughout the event

Requirements

• Outgoing, professional, and dependable demeanor

• Must be able to wear and perform in a full mascot costume (mascot role)

• Handler should be attentive and supportive with strong communication skills

• Must wear black jeans or pants/shorts (no rips, length appropriate) and black gym shoes

• Branded t-shirts will be provided

Compensation

• Mascot: $120 flat

• Handler: $100 flat

• 1099 weekly pay

• Event duration: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Casting Background Extras for Digital Promo Project

Job Description
A financial institution is producing a digital promotional video and is seeking non-speaking background extras to participate in short, half-day shoots. This production will focus on diverse representation and aims to showcase a range of ages and backgrounds in realistic, relatable settings. All footage will be used in digital platforms with perpetual usage rights.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as non-speaking background talent for various scenarios

• Follow on-set direction and maintain natural expressions and movement

• Represent everyday individuals in a professional environment

• Be punctual and camera-ready for a half-day shoot

Requirements

• Group 1: Middle-aged adults, all genders and ethnicities (approx. 3 hours on set)

• Group 2: Young adults over 18 who can believably portray high school students (approx. 5 hours on set)

• Must be available for the designated shoot date and time

• Submit a current headshot through the provided form by the deadline

Compensation

• $250 per day

• Shoot duration: 3–5 hours depending on role

• Location: Columbus, OH

Casting Female Talent for Live Stream with Rising Content Creator

Job Description
A rising digital content creator is looking for a confident and camera-ready female talent to join an upcoming livestream event. This paid opportunity offers a chance to appear on a fast-growing platform and engage in a fun, conversational broadcast. Candidates must be based in Columbus, Ohio and available for a local livestream appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear alongside a digital creator in a livestream session

• Engage naturally with the host in a conversational, interactive format

• Represent yourself confidently and professionally on camera

• Help create a fun and engaging viewer experience

Requirements

• Female-presenting talent based in Columbus, Ohio

• Comfortable on camera and able to engage with a live audience

• Confident appearance with a friendly and outgoing personality

• Must be available for scheduled livestream session

• Prior livestream or digital media experience is a plus, not required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• On-camera exposure with an up-and-coming influencer

• Great for building experience in digital content and livestream formats

Casting Call: Lead Role “Eddie” for Nonunion Horror/Thriller Short Film

Job Description
A nonunion horror-thriller short film is casting for the complex lead role of Eddie. This emotionally intense project will be filmed in Columbus, OH, and explores dual identities within one character—ranging from vulnerability to psychological power. The role offers a compelling opportunity for a breakout performance in a character-driven indie production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teen with a developmental delay, desperate to escape a police interrogation

• Transform into a mischievous, vengeful spirit midway through the narrative

• Display range in emotional performance from fear to torment

• Collaborate closely with the director to shape dual perspectives of one character

Requirements

• African American/Black male actor

• Age range: 18–25 (must appear youthful)

• Must be a local hire in the Columbus, OH area

• Strong dramatic acting ability and emotional versatility

• Available for flexible shoot windows based on actor availability

Compensation

• $245 per day

• Local hire only (travel not provided)

• Opportunity for a standout lead performance in a psychologically layered role

Casting Call: African American Actress for Commercial Series

Job Description
A recurring on-camera opportunity is now available for an African American actress to appear in a car dealership commercial series filmed in the Akron area. This paid role offers ongoing exposure through a series of promotional spots. If you’re passionate about commercial acting and ready to showcase your talent, this is a great chance to build your on-screen presence with a recurring role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured role in a recurring local car dealership commercial

• Deliver confident and engaging performances on camera

• Collaborate with the production team to achieve creative goals

• Participate in multiple shoot dates across the series as needed

Requirements

• African American female actor

• Strong on-camera presence with a confident and natural delivery

• Able to submit a current headshot and brief demo video with an intro

• Must be available for filming in the Akron, OH area

• Prior commercial or on-camera experience is a plus

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Potential for recurring work

• Exposure through a professional commercial campaign

Casting Call – Background Extras for Park Scene in Short Film

Job Description
An inspiring new short film is seeking a small group of background extras to help bring a vibrant park scene to life. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to gain on-set experience, contribute to a creative storytelling process, and work alongside an experienced production team. No prior acting experience is needed—just energy, reliability, and a positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday pedestrians in a lively park environment

• Follow direction to maintain scene continuity and natural background action

• Create an authentic park atmosphere that supports the story’s tone

• Participate in a 6–7 hour outdoor shoot

Requirements

• Open to all backgrounds and experience levels

• Must be available for a single-day shoot

• Enthusiastic, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors

• Headshot and availability must be submitted in advance

Compensation

• Unpaid role

• IMDb credit and on-set meals provided

• Opportunity to be part of a professional production and earn exposure

Casting Call for Male Roles in YouTube Video

Job Description
A popular content creator is now casting 10 male performers to play stylized characters (YNs) in an upcoming YouTube video. This is an exciting opportunity to work on digital content with viral potential, especially for those looking to gain exposure and experience in front of the camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character roles with energy and authenticity

• Collaborate with the content creator and crew during filming

• Deliver expressive on-camera performances suited for YouTube audience

Requirements

• Male talent based in or near Columbus, Ohio

• Comfortable performing for digital media content

• Must be reliable and able to follow direction on set

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)

Stand-ins and Extras Needed for Feature Film ‘Syndicate’

Job Description
A major feature film production titled Syndicate is seeking experienced and professional stand-ins and background extras. This exciting opportunity is open to talent based in the Cleveland, Ohio area. The production is scheduled to take place this summer and will require individuals who can commit to the shoot dates and bring energy, reliability, and a professional attitude to the set.

Job Responsibilities
• Serve as stand-ins for lead actors to support lighting and camera setups
• Perform as background extras in various scenes, maintaining continuity
• Take direction from the assistant director and remain in character as needed
• Be punctual, prepared, and professional at all times on set
• Maintain flexibility with scheduling and role assignments

Requirements
• Must be local to the Cleveland, OH area (no travel compensation provided)
• Availability for all tentative shoot dates
• Ability to stand for extended periods and take direction effectively
• Prior on-set experience is a plus but not required
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Compensation
• Background Extras: $120 per 8-hour day
• Stand-ins: $160 per 8-hour day

Casting Call: African-American Male to Portray 1980s Family Member in Independent Film

Job Description
An independent feature film, The Last Shop on Walnut, is seeking African-American male actors to portray 1980s-era family members in featured background roles. This film, set in Cleveland, Ohio, tells the story of a reclusive lamp shop owner confronting his past and present in a neighborhood on the brink of transformation. The project stars Peter Lawson Jones and explores family, legacy, and urban decline through a deeply personal lens.

The actors selected for these roles will appear in important flashback sequences meant to establish intergenerational ties, and visual continuity with lead characters.

About the Film

• The Last Shop on Walnut is a character-driven indie film set in Cleveland’s Walnut Street district.

• It follows the journey of a lamp shop owner battling financial struggles, isolation, and memories of a better time.

• Lead actor Peter Lawson Jones portrays the emotionally scarred owner at the film’s core.

• The film is set to be shot in Northeast Ohio during summer 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in featured extra roles as family members from the 1980s

• Help visually support the story’s generational narrative

• Match physical characteristics that allow for believable familial resemblance

• Collaborate with hair/makeup and costume departments for a period-accurate look

Requirements

• Male, African-American

• Age: 35–40

• Medium to dark-brown skin tone

• Must resemble younger or older relatives in the story (father-son look encouraged)

• Hairstyles should reflect typical looks from the 1980s

• Must be available for filming on Thursday, May 29 (afternoon)

• Location: Ravenna, Ohio

Compensation

• $15.00/hour

• Paid featured extra role in a meaningful, story-driven indie production