Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: Wawa Convenience Store Commercial (Florida)

Job Description:
Ariza Talent & Modeling Agency is casting for a commercial project featuring Wawa, a popular convenience store chain known for selling fresh food, drinks, and offering fuel services. The commercial will be broadcast through various mediums including TV, out-of-home advertising (OOH), social media videos, and pre-roll advertisements. This is a 13-week regional campaign with the option for renewal for up to 2 years.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray roles in a commercial spot highlighting the Wawa convenience store experience, including its food, drink, and fuel services.
• Participate in various scenes that will be used for TV, social media, and online advertisements.
• Be available for virtual auditions and submit self-taped videos as part of the casting process.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure a successful shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union talent.
• Comfortable on camera and able to convey a natural, approachable personality.
• Open to all genders, ages, and ethnicities.
• Prior experience in commercials or acting is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Must be available to participate in virtual auditions via self-taped submissions.

Compensation Details:

• Base Pay: $1,000
• Usage Fee: Additional $2,000 + 20% for broadcast, social media, OOH, and pre-roll ads.
• Contract Length: 13-week regional buy, with an option to renew for up to 2 years.

Casting Young Adults for Branded Digital Series (Guelph/Kitchener/Waterloo)

Job Description: We are seeking diverse and engaging Canadians, aged 18 to 30, from the Guelph, Kitchener, and Waterloo areas to participate in an exciting new branded content episodic digital series. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a digital series focusing on real, unscripted conversations about life and finances. No acting experience is necessary!

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in casual, unscripted discussions on topics related to life goals and personal finances.
• Engage in conversations with other participants and the host while riding in a car.
• Share personal stories and experiences, particularly focused on financial journeys and challenges.

Requirements:

• Diverse Canadians, aged 18 to 30, living in the Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo areas.
• Must have an engaging personality and be comfortable with open discussions.
• No prior acting experience is required.
• Participants must be open to casual, unscripted conversations on financial topics such as student loans, side hustles, and financial independence.
• A background check will be conducted for all selected participants.

Compensation:

• $200 per session (no more than 4 hours of filming).
• $500 for a 1-year digital buyout (total compensation: $700+).

Look-Alike for Major Shoot with iamdavisss (Nationwide Casting)

Job Description: We are casting for a major shoot with popular personality iamdavisss and are seeking 1 male who looks very similar to or identical to him for a look-alike role. This is a nationwide casting call, and the selected individual will be flown to Atlanta, GA for the shoot if not local. This is a great opportunity for fans or those who resemble iamdavisss to work in a professional shoot environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray iamdavisss as his look-alike during the shoot.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture key scenes that require a double for iamdavisss.
• Be flexible with scheduling based on the production’s needs.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 18-30 years old.
• Must resemble or look similar to iamdavisss.
• Available to travel to Atlanta, GA for the shoot.
• Comfortable being on camera and following the production team’s direction.

Compensation:

• This is a paid opportunity. Compensation details will be provided upon selection.
• Travel expenses covered for non-Atlanta based talent.

Native American/Indigenous Girls for Docu-Drama People of the West

Job Description: An open casting call is underway for Native American or Indigenous girls, ages 6 to 14, to be featured in a docu-drama titled People of the West. This production seeks to portray historical and cultural narratives, and no previous acting experience is required. Filming will take place in California, so applicants must be local. This is a great opportunity for young girls to be part of a meaningful project and represent their heritage on screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the filming of the docu-drama People of the West.
• Follow direction from the production team to accurately portray historical and cultural scenes.
• Collaborate with other cast members to ensure an authentic representation of Native American/Indigenous experiences.

Requirements:

• Native American or Indigenous girls aged 6 to 14.
• Must be local to California.
• No prior acting experience is necessary.
• Must submit a recent photo (close-up and full body) along with contact information.
• For minors under 18, include age, date of birth, and a parent/guardian’s contact details.

Compensation:

• Pay rate is $500+ per day.

Casting for “Vanessa” – Fatal Attraction (TV Series, Episode 1605)

Job Description: Jupiter Casting is seeking a Black female actress in her early 20s to play the role of Vanessa in the true crime recreation series Fatal Attraction, airing on TVOne. The role requires an actress who is physically fit and comfortable with portraying scripted violence and murder scenes. Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN, and accommodations will be provided for out-of-town talent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Vanessa in scenes involving scripted violence and intense situations.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming of true crime reenactment scenes.
• Act in recorded audio and visual scenes for the series, ensuring accurate and convincing performance.

Requirements:

• Black female, early 20s.
• Physically fit and comfortable with portraying intense content related to crime and violence.
• Must be available for filming on the specified shoot dates.
• Applicants should submit their name, location, current height and weight, along with current face and full body photos.
• Provide a demo reel or acting footage for consideration.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day worked.
• Hotel accommodations provided for non-local talent.

Basketball Boys for Bank Commercial (Nationwide)

Job Description: Miami Talent Casting is seeking a young African American boy, aged 8 to 12, to play the 9-year-old version of a hero athlete in an upcoming bank commercial. The role requires the young actor to have dark hair, brown eyes, and a lighter African American complexion. The commercial will be shot in Boston, and travel expenses for the boy and one parent or guardian will be covered if not local to the area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a young version of the main athlete in the commercial.
• Participate in a fitting and a two-day shoot in Boston.
• Perform basic basketball skills on camera, as the role involves demonstrating familiarity with the sport.

Requirements:

• African American boy, aged 8 to 12, with dark hair, brown eyes, and a lighter complexion.
• Must be able to play basketball with basic skills and have experience in organized team play (either school or outside).
• Willing to cut or have short hair to match the lead actor’s appearance.
• Parents or guardians must be able to commit to the travel and shoot dates.
• Submission should include basketball-related photos or videos showcasing skills.

Compensation:

• $500 per shoot day + $2500 buyout.
• $100 for the fitting.
• Travel expenses covered by production for the child and one parent/guardian.

Casting Call: KFC Commercial (Filming in Bogota, Colombia)

Job Description:

We are seeking African-American actors for a KFC commercial shooting in Bogota, Colombia. This is a 1-day shoot with travel required one day before and returning the day after the shoot. The commercial will feature humorous moments around a Christmas dinner, and talent must be comfortable eating chicken on camera. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fun, engaging project with significant compensation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character in a humorous KFC commercial set during a Christmas dinner.
• Participate in a full-day shoot (up to 12 hours) in Bogota, Colombia.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver engaging and entertaining performances.
• Be comfortable eating chicken on camera (ensure there are no food allergies or dietary restrictions related to this).

Roles & Profiles:

1. Grandmother
   • Age: 60 years old.
   • Must have a strong presence and comedic timing.
2. Young Man
   • Age: 20-27 years old.
   • Look: Geeky, awkward, and embodying a Generation Z type.

Requirements:

• African-American talent only.
• Must have a valid passport to travel to Colombia.
• Comfortable eating chicken on camera.
• Must be available for travel and shoot dates (details provided upon booking).
• Virtual callback will be held via Zoom (date TBD).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $2,500 – 10% agency fee.
• Usage: 1 year | Caribbean | TV, Cable, Digital, and Print.
• Exclusivity: Fast food restaurants (only for Caribbean countries).

Casting Call: Talent for Caffeine Patch Commercial

Job Description:

We are casting for a Caffeine Patch Commercial filming in Nashville, TN. We are looking for energetic, dynamic individuals who embody a “multi-caffeinated” lifestyle and are constantly in motion. This is an opportunity for any gender and ethnicity, aged 21-40. Tattoos and piercings are welcome, but tattoos must be cleared if selected. You must be comfortable with the concept of caffeine consumption, though actual use is not required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear in a commercial for a caffeine patch product, portraying an active, energetic lifestyle.
• Mock the consumption of caffeine pouches on camera (actual use is optional).
• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot date.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture dynamic, engaging scenes that showcase a fast-paced, caffeinated persona.

Requirements:

• Open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 21-40.
• Must be available to attend both the fitting and the shoot in Nashville, TN.
• Comfortable with the concept of caffeine pouches (mock consumption only).
• Tattoos and piercings are allowed, but tattoos must be cleared for use if selected.
• Must exude an energetic and fast-paced lifestyle.
• Self-reporting talent only; no travel compensation provided.

Compensation Details:

• Session Rate: $500 per session.
• Usage Fee: $1,000 + 20% agency fee.

Casting Call: Female Model for Commercial (Orlando, FL)

Job Description:

We are casting a Caucasian (or can pass as Caucasian) female model with gray hair and an average BMI for an upcoming commercial in Orlando, FL. The ideal candidate will have a bold, independent, and unconventional spirit, capable of conveying strength, determination, and confidence. The role calls for a model with natural expressions and reactions, embodying an “outlaw spirit” through her presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a confident and bold female character in a commercial shoot.
• Embody the spirit of independence and unconventional strength.
• Participate in a 10-hour shoot day in Orlando, FL.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot date.
• Follow the direction of the production team and provide natural, engaging expressions during filming.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 60-80.
• Caucasian (or can pass as Caucasian).
• Average BMI, with gray hair.
• Must have modeling experience, and be comfortable expressing a bold and strong persona.
• Confidence in portraying independence and personal power.
• Willingness to travel to Orlando, FL if not local (travel expenses covered).

Compensation Details:

• Travel Fee: $500/day (only paid if travel is necessary, not guaranteed).
• Travel Expenses for Non-Local Talent: Production covers airfare (if out-of-state) or mileage, hotel accommodations, and provides $150 cash for Ubers/transportation and $150 for meals.
• Wardrobe Fitting: $500.
• Shoot Day (10 hours): $500.
• Usage Fees:
  • 2-year North America usage: $1,500 (option, not guaranteed).
  • 2-year Global usage: $1,000 (option, not guaranteed).

Casting Call: Actors for University Commercial – Principals and Extras

Job Description:

We are casting for a university commercial that will be filmed in Miami, FL. The project seeks talent for two principal speaking roles (1 woman and 1 man) and one non-speaking extra role. We are particularly looking for individuals with Hispanic diversity or those fluent in Spanish, though you do not have to be Hispanic as long as you are fluent in the language. The content will be distributed across various platforms, including Univision, Instagram, and Facebook, and may have potential for additional usage.

Job Responsibilities:

• Principal Actors (Speaking Roles): Perform scripted dialogue, embody the role of an “adult learner” character in a university setting, and deliver lines fluently in Spanish.
• Non-Speaking Extra (Male): Portray a background role as part of the university student body.
• Participate in the shoot professionally, collaborating with the production team to ensure the scene is delivered effectively.

Requirements:

• Principal Actors: Male and female, mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Extra Role: Male, no speaking required.
• Must be fluent in Spanish (you do not need to be Hispanic, but fluency is required).
• Looking for diverse talent with a range of looks, including Afro-Latino, Latino, and more.
• Based in or able to work in Miami, FL (no travel paid).

Compensation Details:

• Principal Roles (Speaking): $800 (includes session, fitting, and usage).
• Non-Speaking Extra: $250 for the shoot.
• Usage Fee: Potential additional usage renewal at $500.
• Usage Period: Campaign will run from 10/28/24 – 12/29/24 across linear (Univision), Instagram, and Facebook.