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What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day You will be the face of Regency on-site, acting as a true mechanical problem-solver. Your territory will span our regional commercial and restaurant accounts, keeping ...

$80 - $100/hr

Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting ... commercial banking experience (e.g., credit structuring & analysis, sales functions, risk ...

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What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day You will be the face of Regency on-site, acting as a true mechanical problem-solver. Your territory will span our regional commercial and restaurant accounts, keeping ...

Commercial Analyst

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting ... commercial banking experience (e.g., credit structuring & analysis, sales functions, risk ...

Commercial Analyst

Troy, NY · On-site

$71 - $125/hr

Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting ... commercial banking experience (e.g., credit structuring & analysis, sales functions, risk ...

Commercial Analyst

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting ... Ability to manage workflow and complex commercial banking deals (required) * Ability to manage ...

... acting in the best interests of Key's clients and Key.EducationBachelor's or Graduate degree in ... Commercial Banking Knowledge: Understand commercial banking products, services, and client needs.

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How much do commercial acting jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for commercial acting in the United States is $117,375.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is commercial acting?

Commercial acting involves performing in advertisements for television, online, radio, or other media to promote products, services, or brands. Commercial actors are hired to portray relatable characters or spokespeople, often in short scripts that require clear delivery and expressive emotions. Unlike film or stage acting, commercial acting typically focuses on delivering a specific message within a brief time frame. Success in commercial acting often depends on versatility, strong camera presence, and the ability to quickly connect with an audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commercial actor?

To thrive as a Commercial Actor, you need strong acting ability, versatility, and a professional appearance, often supported by training in acting or performance. Familiarity with audition processes, camera techniques, and sometimes union membership (like SAG-AFTRA) are commonly required. Confidence, adaptability, and the ability to take direction quickly are crucial soft skills in this field. These skills are important because they help actors deliver compelling performances that meet client and director expectations in a fast-paced, competitive industry.

What are some common challenges commercial actors face during auditions and on set?

Commercial actors often encounter fast-paced audition environments where they may be asked to quickly adapt to different character types or product pitches. On set, they must deliver consistent performances across multiple takes while maintaining high energy and adhering to the director’s vision. Another challenge is effectively conveying a brand’s message in a short amount of time, often without dialogue. Flexibility, strong improvisational skills, and the ability to take direction are key to succeeding in this role.

What is the difference between Commercial Acting vs Commercial Modeling?

AspectCommercial ActingCommercial Modeling
CredentialsActing skills, sometimes acting classes or trainingModeling portfolio, appearance, sometimes modeling agencies
Work EnvironmentFilm sets, TV commercials, online videosPhoto shoots, print advertisements, runway
Industry UsageUsed in acting roles within commercialsUsed to showcase products visually

Commercial acting involves performing in commercials, emphasizing acting skills and versatility. Commercial modeling focuses on showcasing products through photos and print media, emphasizing appearance. While both roles appear in advertising, commercial actors perform scripted roles, whereas commercial models primarily display products visually.

How do I become a commercial actor?

To become a commercial actor, you should develop acting skills through training or classes, create a professional headshot and resume, and gain experience through auditions or casting calls. Building a strong portfolio and understanding industry standards can improve your chances of landing commercial roles.

What does a commercial acting do?

A commercial actor performs in advertisements for television, radio, or online platforms, portraying characters or conveying messages to promote products or services. They interpret scripts, follow direction, and often work on tight schedules, requiring strong acting skills and the ability to adapt quickly. Commercial actors may also need to audition regularly and have a good understanding of branding and target audiences.
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Infographic showing various Commercial Acting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,375 per year, or $56.4 per hour.

Paid Voice Acting Work (Columbus, OH)

HumanSignal

Columbus, OH • On-site

$200/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

About HumanSignal
Real-world data is the competitive edge in AI.
HumanSignal is a human data partner for companies building AI models and products. Our customers ship better AI, faster, because we partner with their researchers from real-world data creation to annotation to delivery.
We design and create datasets from scratch, recruit and manage the domain experts who evaluate model output, and run everything through our own platform, Label Studio, the open-source standard for data labeling and evaluation, used by over 1 million practitioners worldwide.
We specialize in the operationally complex: real-world data collection, multimodal pipelines, and multi-step workflows. Advanced ML and AI teams use our enterprise platform to run their own data factories, and our services team to extend their reach where in-house capacity runs out.
If you want to do work that materially shapes how the next generation of AI products gets built, we'd love to talk.
Paid Improv Performers and Voice Actors - AI Training Sessions - $50/hr
  • Location: Columbus, OH (Discovery District, E Gay Street studio). On-site.
  • Employment type: Temporary / Recurring gig work (shifts available all summer)
  • Compensation: $50 per hour, 4-hour sessions ($200 per session)

Get paid $200 per four-hour session performing unscripted, improv-style scenarios at our downtown Columbus studio. HumanSignal is recruiting improv performers, voice actors, and live entertainers for on-camera recording sessions that train consumer AI devices to understand natural human behavior. If you can hold a scene, think on your feet, and move and talk naturally without a script, you can do this work.
Compensation and logistics
  • Pay: $50 per hour in 4-hour sessions, paid same day. Rates are flexible upward for performers with significant improv, voice, or stage experience.
  • Time: 4-hour shifts. Book one session or work recurring shifts through the summer. Repeat performers are welcome and prioritized for scheduling.
  • Location: Discovery District, Columbus, OH. The exact address is confirmed when your session is scheduled.
  • Dates: Sessions start the week of July 27 and through September 2026. Both weekday and weekend slots available.
  • Referral bonus: Refer a performer who successfully completes a session and earn $100. No limit on referrals.
What you will do
  • Perform unscripted, improv-style scenarios of everyday household activities: cooking, tidying, folding laundry, and similar tasks in a staged home environment.
  • Interact conversationally with a voice assistant while you work through each scenario. Natural, spontaneous dialogue is the core of the job.
  • Bring the skills you already have. Improvisation, character work, and comfort performing without a script are exactly what we are hiring for.
Who we are looking for
  • Age 18 or older, located in or near Columbus, Ohio.
  • Improv training or performance experience at any level: classes, student troupes, community theatre, open mics, voice work, or live entertainment. Aspiring and amateur performers are encouraged to apply.
  • Comfortable being recorded on camera and audio for a full session.
  • Reliable and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.

We welcome performers of all backgrounds and experience levels. A wide range of voices, speech patterns, and physical presence makes the resulting AI more representative of the real world.
What this work is, and what it is not
The footage from your sessions is used as training data for consumer AI devices. It is not used to clone anyone's face or voice or generate synthetic media of you. Before any recording, you review and sign a plain-language agreement that states exactly how the material is used, and you can ask us anything about it before you commit.
How your data is handled
Recordings are used only for AI research and training. They are not shared publicly and are not used for advertising or any other commercial purpose. Consent, transparency, and respect guide how we collect and store this material.
How it works
  1. Apply with your name, email, phone number, and a link to sample work. It takes about two minutes: https://go.humansignal.com/columbus20
  2. We reach out to confirm your first session and send location details.
  3. Perform your session and receive payment the same day. Book more shifts if you want them.

Questions before applying? Contact lauren@humansignal.com.