For Commercials
Open casting for Commercials, without the inbox
Open Casting runs an open casting call for an advert from one private link. Every application, photo and self-tape lands in one place.
Real people and street casting for ads
Post one link where real people are. Free to apply, with no account.
From brief to Yes in days
- Set up in minutes, with a scene for each role.
- Every application in one list.
- Yes or No with one press.
A Yes list for agency and client
They mark Yes or No on a secure link. Contact details stay with you.
Consent and deletion
- Every call has a deletion date, shown to you and every applicant.
- A parent or guardian confirms every under-18 application before it counts.
- Every casting page shows your company's name.
Priced per casting call
No subscription. Small £250, up to 300 applicants. Standard £750, up to 1,500. Large £1,500, up to 4,000. You pay when you publish. Free to set up and apply.
Common questions
How do I find real people for an advert in the UK?
Run an open casting call. Brief each role and ask for a photo and a short self-tape. Share one link through social media, community groups, posters and local press. Open Casting collects every application in one place.
Do applicants need an account to apply?
No. They open your link, fill in a short form and upload a photo and a self-tape from their phone.
Can the agency or client review the Yes list?
Yes, on a secure link with no account. They mark each tape Yes or No. They don't see contact details.
How much does it cost to run an open casting call for a Commercial?
From £250 per casting call for up to 300 applicants. Standard is £750 for up to 1,500. Large is £1,500 for up to 4,000. No subscription. Free to apply.
Can children apply for a role in an advert?
Yes. A parent or guardian confirms every under-18 application before it counts. You may also need a child performance licence from the child's local authority.
Run your next open casting call
Free to set up. From £250 per casting call, paid when you publish.