
Movies and TV shows casting in Utica
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Utica, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

'Just Desserts'
- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Vikki (day player, female, 25-45)
--- Ida Grenville (supporting, female, 40-60)
--- SFX Makeup Artist (crew)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: Utica, New York
- Learn more about the feature film here

'Lowball'
- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Max (lead, 25-35)
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

'Girlfriend Collective, Digital Series'
- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Kid (day player, 6-11)
--- Comedian (day player, 18-100)
--- Gym Dude (lead, male, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: New York City, New York
- Learn more about the scripted show here

'Ocean Lady'
- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- OL (supporting, female, 20-65)
--- Jacob (lead, male, 35-50)
--- Skip (lead, male, 50-70)
- Average hourly rate: $30
- Casting locations: New York City, New York
- Learn more about the feature film here

'Jada'
- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Frank (lead, male, 30-50)
--- Jada (lead, female, 11-14)
--- Henry (lead, male, 7-10)
- Average hourly rate: $34
- Casting locations: New York City, New York; Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the short film here