Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: Nickelodeon’s “Kids Pick the President” – Nationwide Families

Job Description:
Nickelodeon is casting kids and their families to participate in the upcoming election show, “Kids Pick the President.” The show aims to engage kids in discussions about significant topics impacting the U.S., from the economy to mental health and AI. Participants will have the chance to express their views on key issues and discuss which presidential candidate they believe will win the election. A combination of self-shot footage and in-person shoots will be used to feature the families and their perspectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in discussions on a range of topics such as the economy, AI, mental health, and more.
• Record and submit self-shot footage for the show.
• Participate in in-person shoots to introduce your family and share your viewpoints on the 2024 election.
• Provide commentary on issues facing the nation from the perspective of children and their families.
• Engage with the production team to create fun and insightful content as part of Nickelodeon’s election special.

Requirements:

• Children must be 13 years of age or older.
• Families must reside in the U.S.
• Comfortable participating in discussions on various important topics.
• Must be open to filming a combination of self-shot footage and attending in-person shoots.
• Enthusiastic about sharing perspectives on who they believe will win the election and why.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected families upon application and casting.

Thanksgiving Cooking Mishap Photos for Food Brand Campaign

Job Description: Knorr and Milo Casting are seeking individuals who have experienced Thanksgiving cooking mishaps and are willing to share their stories for a food brand campaign. This campaign aims to feature real kitchen failures to inspire others to keep trying, even when things don’t go perfectly in the kitchen. If you’ve had a cooking fail during Thanksgiving and shared it online, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Submit photos of your Thanksgiving cooking mishap, along with the story behind the mishap.
• Share or repost the cooking mishap on your social media if it hasn’t been posted already.
• Allow the brand to use your photo and story as part of their campaign to inspire others.

Requirements:

• Must have experienced and shared a Thanksgiving cooking mishap (e.g., burnt casseroles, undercooked turkeys, soupy stuffing, etc.).
• Must be willing to share your story and photo online.
• Must be a resident of the USA or Canada.
• No need to appear in the campaign personally; only your photos and cooking mishap story will be featured.

Compensation:

• Participants whose photos and stories are chosen will be paid $1,500 USD for their contributions.

Casting Little People for Major Brand Campaign

Job Description: We are currently casting Little People for an exciting paid gig with a major brand. This is a unique opportunity for both experienced talent and those looking to break into the industry. We are seeking a variety of roles, including actors, exotic dancers, professional dancers, and individuals interested in background work. If you’re looking for an opportunity to showcase your talent or gain industry experience, this is your chance!

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in a commercial or promotional shoot for a well-known brand.
• Engage in acting, dancing, or background work depending on the role.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a high-quality performance on set.
• Follow the direction and guidance from the production crew during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Little People of all experience levels (actors, exotic dancers, professional dancers, or those seeking background work).
• Open to both experienced and newcomers looking to enter the industry.
• Must be comfortable being on camera and following the production’s instructions.

Compensation:

• This is a paid opportunity. Specific compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Gamers Who Play Dirt Rally for Commercial

Job Description: A production company is casting Dirt Rally gamers for an exciting commercial shoot in London. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced players who are passionate about the game and eager to showcase their skills on camera. This is a paid opportunity to feature in a commercial for a well-known brand, and we encourage you to share this opportunity with your friends who also play Dirt Rally.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a commercial shoot, showcasing your skills playing Dirt Rally.
• Engage in on-camera segments where you may discuss your experience and passion for the game.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure an authentic representation of your gameplay.
• Follow all instructions provided by the production team during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be an experienced Dirt Rally gamer.
• Comfortable being on camera and showcasing your gameplay.
• Must be available for the commercial shoot in London.
• Willing to follow production guidelines for the best representation of the gameplay.

Compensation:

• Paid role. Compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Gamers and Their Setups for Commercial

Job Description: A well-known brand is casting passionate gamers to showcase their gaming setups in an upcoming commercial. We are seeking individuals with unique, creative, or immersive gaming environments who love to spend time gaming. This is a great opportunity for gamers to be featured in a paid role, sharing their enthusiasm and personal gaming spaces.

Job Responsibilities:

• Showcase your gaming setup in a commercial.
• Participate in on-camera interviews or clips where you talk about your gaming experience and setup.
• Work with the production team to capture the essence of your gaming space.
• Follow all guidelines provided by the production team to ensure the best visual representation of your setup.

Requirements:

• Must be a passionate gamer with a unique or impressive gaming setup.
• Comfortable being on camera and discussing your gaming experience.
• Ability to showcase your full gaming setup, including any customizations, lighting, or equipment.
• Must be available to participate in filming at your location or a designated shoot location.

Compensation:

• Paid role. Compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Car Insurance Frustration Testimonial – Texas Residents

Job Description: A casting agency is looking for couples or individuals based in Texas who are currently facing issues with their car insurance, such as rate increases or being dropped by their provider. This project involves sharing personal stories and frustrations about car insurance experiences in a testimonial-style video that will be self-recorded from home.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share your frustrations and experiences with car insurance, focusing on topics such as rate hikes or policy cancellations.
• Record a testimonial video using your phone or computer, following provided guidelines.
• Ensure that the video is of good quality and clearly conveys your personal story.

Requirements:

• Must live in Texas.
• Must own a car.
• Must have the ability to self-record a video using a phone or computer between the specified dates.
• Willingness to share personal experiences regarding car insurance issues.

Compensation:

• Selected participants will be compensated $1,500 for their testimonial video.

Female Rock Climber for Commercial (New England)

Job Description: Slate Casting is seeking a female rock climber aged 25 to 40 for an upcoming commercial. The ideal candidate must have outdoor rock climbing experience. This opportunity is open to both union and non-union talent, with the selected climber featured in a commercial shoot taking place in the New England area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform rock climbing in an outdoor setting during the commercial shoot.
• Provide a realistic and dynamic portrayal of outdoor climbing activities.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 25 to 40.
• Must have experience with outdoor rock climbing.
• Open to union and non-union talent.
• Comfortable with outdoor physical activities, specifically rock climbing.
• Must be based in or willing to travel to the New England area for the shoot.

Compensation:

• Details regarding compensation will be provided upon selection for the commercial.

Casting Call: Jewish Women for Hanukkah Commercial

Job Description:

We are casting Jewish women aged 45-60 in the Greater Toronto Area for an exciting and fun Hanukkah commercial. This project is seeking women with outgoing personalities to celebrate the spirit of Hanukkah on camera. No acting experience is required, just enthusiasm and a great energy!

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a one-day shoot for a commercial celebrating Hanukkah.
• Bring a fun, energetic, and engaging presence to the production.
• Follow direction from the production team while keeping a natural and joyful performance.
• Enjoy showcasing the celebration of Hanukkah on camera.

Requirements:

• Jewish women, aged 45-60.
• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area.
• No prior acting experience required, just an outgoing personality and comfort being on camera.
• Enthusiastic about Hanukkah and ready to showcase that excitement in the commercial.

Compensation Details:

• Pay Range: $675 – $5,675 for one day of filming, depending on the level of involvement in the project.

Casting Call: Real Nurse for MS Awareness Commercial (Atlanta)

Job Description:
We are seeking a real nurse with acting experience to participate in an MS awareness commercial. The campaign will include both a 10-minute long video and a shorter version, with the nurse discussing multiple sclerosis in a relatable and engaging way. The role requires strong teleprompter skills and an ability to connect with the audience on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a nurse in a commercial campaign focused on raising awareness about multiple sclerosis.
• Deliver a scripted message using a teleprompter for both long-form and short-form video content.
• Bring warmth, professionalism, and a dynamic presence to the on-screen role.
• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female nurse, aged 35-50.
• Must be a real nurse with acting experience and teleprompter skills.
• Engaging, dynamic, and comfortable on camera.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be based in Atlanta, as no travel compensation is provided.

Compensation Details:

• Session Fee: $750 for a 10-hour shoot day.
• Fitting Fee: $75 for the fitting.

Casting Call: Real Families for Australian Supermarket Chain Campaign (Sydney-Based)

Job Description:
We are casting multiple real families to be featured in an exciting upcoming campaign for a popular Australian supermarket chain. We are looking for joyful, everyday families who can authentically represent the roles listed below. This is a wonderful opportunity for Sydney-based families to be a part of a national campaign that will celebrate family life and food shopping.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a 1-day commercial shoot for a leading Australian supermarket chain.
• Portray natural, everyday interactions within your family on camera.
• Engage in fun and lively scenes showcasing family shopping moments and lifestyle.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth and effective filming.

Family Roles Being Cast:

1. Family A:
   • Dad (30s) + 2 Children (ages 6-9).
2. Family B:
   • 2 Parents (30s-40s) + 1 Child (ages 5-8).
3. Family C:
   • 2 Parents (30s-40s) + 3-4 Children (ages 4-10).
4. Family D:
   • Mum of Mediterranean heritage (40s) + Grandmother + 2 Children (ages 7-13).

Requirements:

• Families must be based in Sydney, Australia.
• Open to all ethnicities; real families are encouraged to apply.
• Please apply once for the family role that best aligns with your family composition.
• Families must be available for one of the designated shoot dates.

Compensation Details:

• Adult Talent: $4,000 – $6,000 AUD depending on the level of feature.
• Child Talent: $500 – $2,000 AUD depending on age and level of feature.
• All fees are less tax, plus superannuation.