this week’s castings — october 12, 2026

Written By Cory Jefferson

Your weekly roundup of verified casting opportunities. Every listing below was checked this week: live apply link, clear terms, legitimate poster. Apply fast — two of these close within days.

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Skincare Campaign — Models with Deep to Dark Skin Tones (NYC)

Scripted short-form skincare videos for social and digital ads (product application, facial close-ups, conversational scripted lines). 2–4 hour shoot in New York, NY — exact date set at booking.

Pay: $25–$40/hr (est. $100–$160 total)

Looking for: NYC-based, deep to dark skin tones, natural skin texture, comfortable on camera

Apply by: Wednesday, October 14 at 5:00 PM — apply today

Apply here: https://www.backstage.com/casting/skincare-campaign-models-with-deep-to-dark-skin-tones-nyc-3275186/

Source: Backstage (CHROMATICA Agency). Backstage account needed to submit — standard platform.

Celebrity-Owned Fragrance Brand — Stills + Motion (NYC)

Two roles: stills shoot and motion shoot for a celebrity-owned fragrance brand. Shoot in New York City — dates set at booking.

Pay: Stills role — $1,000/day × 2 days · Motion role — $500 half-day

Looking for: Ages 18–28. Stills: 3+ female and 2 male models, West Indian/Caribbean preferred, dance background preferred. Motion: 4–5 additional models.

Apply by: No deadline stated — apply ASAP

Apply: via the casting posts (DM the poster) — https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeUFpFzxnQa/ and https://www.instagram.com/p/DeSrAIbvGF2/

Source: Instagram (JC Talent — corroborated by two independent posts).

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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2027 — SwimSearch Open Call

The official annual SI SwimSearch open casting for the 2027 issue. Registration is open now.

Pay: Per official terms at registration

Looking for: Per the official registration requirements

Apply by: Open now — 2027 issue cycle

Apply: announcement at https://www.instagram.com/reel/DePMGAlsL-e/ — register through the link in @si_swimsuit's bio

Source: Instagram (@si_swimsuit, official account).

RUNWAY

No solid runway castings this week — check back Monday.

PROMO / EVENTS

No solid promo or event gigs this week — check back Monday.

A note on safety: Never pay to apply for a casting. Legitimate castings pay you — if anyone asks for an application fee, walk away and tell us.

Missed a week? Browse past roundups right here in The Casting Vault.

Cory Jefferson