New York City actors searching for work have come to the right place. Every week, we update this feature to include the best casting calls in the city and beyond. Whether you’re based in the five boroughs or just a short train ride away, check out this list highlighting various opportunities in your area.
Waterbird Cocktail Photo Shoot
A branded lifestyle shoot for Waterbird Cocktail, a drink brand, wants models and content creators, aged 21–28. Shooting is July 28 and 29 in Long Island, New York. Pay is $1,000 for a 2-day shoot.
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Short Film: “One Summer in New York”
Join the cast of the short film “One Summer in New York.” The heartfelt story is about a professional photographer pursuing her dreams, and the friendships that give her courage. The production wants female talent, aged 18 and up, to play the talented Linda, who is practical, hardworking, and lacks confidence, male talent, aged 18 and up, to play an aspiring and optimistic filmmaker, plus more. Shooting is in NYC. Pay is $2,000 for a 10-day shoot.
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Pediatrics Photo Shoot
A photo shoot for a pediatrics practice is seeking Asian, white, or multiethnic female models, aged 28–45. The production wants talent with dark hair and a light olive complexion for a dual role as a mom and a receptionist. Shooting is July 24 in New York City. Pay is $600–$800 for a 3-hour shoot.
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Feature Film: “Second Amends”
The feature film “Second Amends” is looking for talent. The comedy is about a lawyer who takes a stand against a shadowy gun lobbying group. The production wants Black male talent, aged 25–60, for the principal role of Horace Milburn, a charismatic and visionary CEO of a gun-banning group, as well as Black female talent, aged 18–50, to play a widow who lost her husband to gun violence, plus more. Shooting is Aug. 2–19 in Brooklyn, New York. Pay is $150 per day.
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BAM Labs Photo and Video Shoot
A photo and video shoot for BAM Labs, a new gym, wants athletic female talent, aged 20–39. The production is seeking lean and toned women with visible muscles to do exercises and lift weights on camera. Shooting is July 22 in New York City. Pay is $4,500 for a 10-hour shoot.
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Short Film: “Abiku”
The short film “Abiku” is looking for talent over the age of 18 and 6’6” or taller to portray a supernatural creature. The psychological horror film is about a pre-teen girl who encounters a terrifying presence during a family gathering. Talent will create the monster through physical performance in conjunction with the director, stunt coordinator, and the SFX team. Shooting is Dec. 4–9 in New York City. Pay is $500 for a 2-day shoot.
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Short Film: “Empathic”
Join the cast of the short film “Empathic.” The psychological thriller is about a lonely young woman who volunteers for an experimental drug, allowing her to live in other people’s minds. The production wants female talent, aged 18–29, to play the perceptive and somewhat lonely Emily, who is suddenly able to experience people’s lives in their full complexity, plus more. Shooting is for 3 days in late July–early Aug. in New York City. Pay is $233–$250 per day, depending on the role.
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Comedic Horror Food and Beverage Ads
A series of comedic horror-themed food and beverage ads wants talent, aged 27–33, with comedy and improv skills. Shooting is July 15 in the New York City area. Pay is $1,700 for a 12-hour shoot plus a wardrobe stipend.
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Orolay Social Media Fashion Shoot
A fashion shoot for an Orolay collection wants female lifestyle models, aged 18–45. Content will be used for social media. Shooting is ongoing in NYC. Pay is $400–$800 for a 4-hour shoot.
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For more New York City casting opportunities, check out these pages:
- New York City voiceover jobs
- New York City theater auditions
- New York City performer and entertainer jobs
- New York City modeling auditions
- New York City movie auditions
- New York City TV auditions
- New York City extras auditions
- New York City commercial auditions
- New York City auditions for teens
- New York City auditions for babies and toddlers
- New York City auditions for kids
- New York City auditions for singers
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