Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Times Square Gorilla Costume Actor for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is seeking a Times Square character performer for paid background work in Manhattan, New York. Casting is looking for talent who owns a gorilla costume and is comfortable wearing it while filming summer exterior scenes in Times Square. This background acting opportunity is ideal for an experienced character performer who can work comfortably in costume and follow production direction in a busy outdoor environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a Times Square gorilla character in background scenes for “Dexter: Resurrection.”
• Wear a personal gorilla costume during filming.
• Perform in outdoor summer exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character and professionalism while working in a busy Times Square environment.

Requirements

• Must have access to or own a gorilla costume.
• Comfortable performing in the costume during outdoor filming.
• Able to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable working as a paid background actor.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set production direction.

Compensation

• Paid background work; specific rate not provided

Italian or Greek Families and Friends for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial is casting New York-based Italian or Greek families and groups of friends who enjoy gathering for potluck dinners. The production is seeking authentic families and friend groups who can naturally showcase the warmth, food, conversation, and community of a shared meal. This paid commercial casting opportunity is open to talent who can bring genuine chemistry and personality to the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear with family members or friends in a commercial campaign.
• Participate in a potluck dinner-style commercial shoot.
• Interact naturally with other participants on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the commercial production team.
• Bring authentic energy, chemistry, and personality to filming.

Requirements

• Italian or Greek families and groups of friends.
• Must be local to New York.
• Comfortable appearing together on camera.
• Genuine connection and natural chemistry within the group.
• Comfortable participating in a food and potluck-themed commercial.

Compensation

• $800 per person.
• Additional $5,000 usage fee.

Singers for Car Campaign

Job Description

A car campaign is casting Sydney-based performers for an upcoming commercial production. The team is seeking characterful people in their mid-20s to 60s who are confident singing on camera. Professional singing ability is not required, making this opportunity ideal for both experienced singers and enthusiastic personalities who are happy to try something new.

Job Responsibilities

• Sing on camera for a professional car advertising campaign.
• Bring personality, confidence, and energy to the performance.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in one to two scheduled shoot days.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Adults in their mid-20s to 60s.
• Must be Sydney-based.
• Confident and willing to sing on camera.
• Professional singing experience is not required.
• Comfortable taking direction and trying something new.

Compensation

• AUD $10,000–$11,000 talent fee.
• Fee varies depending on the number of shoot days.
• Fees are plus super, less tax.

Female Surfers for Soap Bar Campaign

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking UK-based women with a passion for surfing for an upcoming soap bar campaign. Selected talent will take part in a well-paid production filming in London or elsewhere in Europe. This casting opportunity is ideal for confident female surfers who are comfortable appearing on camera and bringing authentic surfing experience to a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial soap bar campaign.
• Participate in professional filming in London or Europe.
• Bring authentic surfing experience and confidence to the production.
• Follow creative and production direction while on set.
• Work professionally with the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

• Women ages 20–49.
• Must be based in the UK.
• Must have a passion for surfing and relevant surfing experience.
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial campaign.
• No professional modeling or acting experience required.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; specific rate not provided.

Student Athlete Models

Job Description

A model call is seeking student athletes for upcoming modeling opportunities. Casting is open to student and club athletes who are comfortable in front of the camera and can authentically represent an active, sports-focused lifestyle. This opportunity is ideal for athletes interested in gaining modeling experience and participating in future creative projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in modeling and promotional photoshoots.
• Represent an authentic student athlete look on camera.
• Pose naturally in athletic, lifestyle, and sports-focused settings.
• Follow direction from photographers and creative teams.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Current student or club athletes.
• Comfortable modeling and appearing in front of the camera.
• Athletic background or active involvement in sports.
• Confident taking direction during photoshoots.
• Reliable and professional when working with a creative team.

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided.

Job Description

The feature film “Birthday X” is casting serious actors for main roles, additional roles, and background extras in Atlanta. The film follows a Halloween birthday celebration that turns into a night of broken rules, secrets, and consequences. Production is seeking performers for multiple principal characters, along with adults 18+ of all ethnicities for energetic pool party and house party scenes. Filming will take place at an Atlanta mansion.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned principal, supporting, or background role in the feature film.
• Bring strong character choices and professional on-set conduct to production.
• Main cast roles include:
  • Lisa-Rosie: Black, ages 18–21.
  • Malik: Black, ages 18–24.
  • Carrie: White, ages 16–18.
  • Sarah: White, ages 18–22.
  • Mya: Black, ages 38–45.
  • Ryan: White, ages 18–24.
  • Dre: Black, ages 21–25.
  • Chris: Black, ages 21–25.
  • Anita: Black, ages 38–45.
• Extras will appear in pool party and house party sequences.
• Follow production direction and maintain availability for the confirmed filming schedule.

Requirements

• Serious actors interested in feature film work.
• Must fit the stated character requirements for principal roles.
• Extras must be 18+ and may be of all ethnicities.
• Extras should bring a fun, energetic party look suitable for pool and house party scenes.

Compensation

Main cast roles are paid.

Job Description

Cloud Castings is seeking two lead actors — one female and one male — for an upcoming relationship drama short film filming in New York City. The story follows a couple whose future is challenged by an unexpected revelation, forcing both partners to confront trust, love, and what happened while they were apart.

Job Responsibilities

• Female Lead: Portray an emotionally complex woman trying to reveal a truth that could completely change her relationship while still hoping to preserve what they have.
• Male Lead: Portray an emotionally grounded man who is hurt and trying to understand what happened while questioning whether the relationship can survive the revelation.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally nuanced dramatic performances.
• Collaborate closely with the other lead actor and production team.
• Complete a required self-tape audition.

Requirements

• Seeking one female lead actor and one male lead actor.
• Strong dramatic and emotional acting ability.
• Comfortable performing relationship-focused scenes involving trust, vulnerability, conflict, and love.
• Self-tape audition required.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

APE Castings is seeking a gender-fluid Gen Z performer to portray a cashier in an upcoming paid commercial filming in the Los Angeles area. The production is scheduled for September 10 in Burbank, with a potential fitting taking place September 3 or 4.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Gen Z cashier in the commercial.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging on-camera performance.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Attend a fitting if requested.

Requirements

• Gender-fluid Gen Z performer.
• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles/Burbank area.
• Additional experience requirements not specified.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

APE Castings is casting a male actor age 35 or older to portray the “BBQ King” in an upcoming paid commercial filming in Burbank. Talent should be available for the September 10 production date and a potential fitting earlier in the month.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the BBQ King character in a commercial.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow instructions from the director and production team.
• Attend a fitting if required.
• Be available for the scheduled commercial shoot.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Age 35 or older.
• Must be available for filming on September 10.

Compensation

Paid.