Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

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.

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.

Chinese Men and Women for Commercial Project

Job Description: Boston Casting is seeking Chinese men and women between the ages of 28 and 65 for a non-union commercial project. This is a paid opportunity, and the commercial will be shot on location in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Participants will be involved in a commercial production representing diverse age groups and roles within the project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a commercial shoot, performing tasks as required by the production team.
• Work collaboratively with the production crew and other actors to bring the commercial concept to life.
• Attend the required callback and shoot dates.

Requirements:

• Chinese men and women, aged 28 to 65.
• Must be non-union.
• Must be available for callbacks and the scheduled shoot dates.
• Applicants should submit a headshot, résumé or bio, and current contact information (phone and email).
• Must be able to travel to Mashantucket, CT for the shoot.

Compensation:

• This is a paid opportunity. Details of compensation will be provided upon casting confirmation.

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 for Female Skateboarders for Australian Drama Series

Job Description: An Australian drama series is seeking female skateboarders aged 15 to 16 for a key role in an upcoming project. The character being cast needs to ride a skateboard and/or RipStik. This role is specifically for Melbourne-based applicants. The selected actor will portray a younger version of a lead character and should closely match the physical characteristics of the older version of this character.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act in a role requiring skateboarding and/or RipStik riding skills.
• Play a younger version of a lead character, involving both acting and stunt work on a skateboard or RipStik.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 15 to 16 years old.
• Must be able to ride a skateboard and/or RipStik.
• Should have dark hair, dark eyes, and olive skin to match the appearance of the older character.
• Melbourne-based applicants only.
• Open to freelance actors. If represented, contact your agent directly as they have been briefed about the role.

Compensation:

• Payment details will be provided in the audition pack, which includes full project information.

Thanksgiving Cooking Mishaps Commercial Casting

Job Description: Miami Talent Casting is seeking individuals of any gender, age 18 to 80, and any ethnicity, for an exciting commercial campaign focused on real-life Thanksgiving cooking mishaps. This is not a typical photoshoot or online campaign, but rather a unique opportunity to showcase genuine kitchen blunders that you’ve already shared on social media or cooking mishap platforms. If your cooking fail is selected, you could be featured in a commercial that encourages people to keep experimenting in the kitchen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Submit a headshot and brief description of your cooking mishap.
• Provide one or more photos or videos of a past Thanksgiving cooking mishap that has already been posted online.
• If chosen, your photos or videos will be featured in the commercial campaign for a major food brand.

Requirements:

• Any gender, aged 18 to 80, any ethnicity.
• Must have experienced a Thanksgiving cooking mishap in the past and have posted it on social media or a similar platform.
• The cooking mishap must be real and should not be created specifically for this casting.
• Submissions must include one or more photos or videos of the mishap, along with details of where and when it was posted online.
• Provide contact information, including name, location, and phone number.

Compensation:

• Selected participants will receive a payment of $1,500 if their cooking mishap is chosen to be featured in the commercial campaign.

Casting Call: Featured Background Actors – Civil War Era Film (Biopic of General Van Dorn)

Job Description:

We are casting non-union featured background actors for a Civil War era biopic on the life of General Van Dorn. This is a period piece, and we are specifically seeking men and women who can portray wealthy townspeople during this historical time. Filming will take place in Columbia, TN, and actors must be able to work as locals. No prior acting experience is required, but actors must be prepared to be on set for extended hours.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray wealthy townspeople in various scenes set during the Civil War.
• Participate in on-set filming for a minimum of 8 hours, with potential overtime.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure an authentic portrayal of characters during this historical time period.
• Be prepared to be fitted in period-specific costumes on the day of filming.

Requirements:

• Men and women, ages 30-55.
• Must be able to work as a local in Columbia, TN.
• Must commit to being available for up to 12+ hours on set.
• Willingness to be fitted in period-appropriate costumes on the day of the shoot.
• Ability to work professionally in a large-scale production environment.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours (with an 8-hour guarantee).
• Overtime: Time and a half after 8 hours.
• Paid in full at the conclusion of filming.

Casting Call: Restaurant Patrons with High-End Cars – Major Emmy-Winning Series

Job Description:

We are seeking restaurant patrons who own high-end cars to be featured in an episode of a Major Emmy-Winning TV Series filming in Las Vegas, NV. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your high-end vehicle while appearing as a background extra in an upscale restaurant scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as a restaurant patron in a scene set at a high-end restaurant.
• Bring and showcase your high-end car, which will be featured in the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth filming.
• Remain professional and cooperative during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must own a high-end car (luxury vehicles preferred).
• Open to both SAG-AFTRA and Non-Union talent.
• Comfortable working on set for up to 8 hours.
• Must be based in or able to work in Las Vegas, NV.

Compensation Details:

• SAG Rate: $216 for 8 hours.
• Non-Union Rate: $140 for 8 hours.
• Auto Bump: Additional compensation for bringing and featuring your high-end car on set.

Casting Call: Brand Ambassadors for Casino App Launch Program (Atlantic City, NJ)

Job Description:
Branded Promo Talent, a leading experiential marketing agency, is looking for reliable, enthusiastic, and sales-driven brand ambassadors to represent a popular casino during the launch of their new casino app in Atlantic City, NJ. Brand ambassadors will engage with casino visitors to promote and explain the features of the app, encouraging sign-ups and downloads.

Job Responsibilities:

• Promote the casino’s new app by engaging with visitors and explaining the app’s features.
• Encourage casino patrons to download and sign up for the app.
• Maintain a friendly, professional, and enthusiastic demeanor throughout the event.
• Represent the casino brand in a positive and energetic manner.
• Provide feedback and report back on event activities and customer interactions.

Requirements:

• Must be reliable, outgoing, and professional.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a sales-driven mindset.
• Previous experience in promotional work, brand ambassadorship, or sales is a plus.
• Must be available for both event days in Atlantic City, NJ.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $30 per hour.
• Payment Type: 1099 contractor, paid weekly.

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).