Marty Siu Casting

Featured Extra – African American “Son” Role

Job Description
Marty Siu Casting is seeking one featured background actor for the short film Boatlift. This is a featured extra opportunity for a character described as an African American son who appears to be in his 40s.

This role will be part of a limited background cast and requires full availability for filming in Wilmington, NC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the son character in a featured background capacity

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism on set

• Be fully available for filming date

Requirements

• African American male

• Appears to be in his 40s (or looks early 40s)

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Must be fully available for filming on March 5

• Submit current photo and contact information

Compensation

• Featured extra role

• Paid short film opportunity

African American Son for Short Film Background Role

Job Description
A short film production is casting an African American male to portray a featured background role as a son in a picture pick scene. Casting directors are seeking a man in his 40s with a natural, grounded presence for this one-day shoot in Wilmington, North Carolina.

This short film background role requires availability for the full shoot day. Talent should have a believable, authentic look suitable for a family-based scene. Local Wilmington, NC talent only.

While this is a volunteer background acting role, selected talent will receive a stipend to help cover expenses.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family member in a background scene

• Be present and available for the entire shoot day

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• African American male

• 40s age range

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Available for the full shoot day

• Submit name, photo, and contact information

Compensation

• $100 stipend to cover expenses

• On-set experience in a short film production

• Opportunity to add a film credit

Background Actors for “Boatlift 9/11” Short Film – Wilmington, NC

Job Description
A short film production is now casting background actors for Boatlift 9/11, filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. Casting directors are seeking local talent to fill two featured background roles in this upcoming independent film.

This project is looking for performers who are reliable, available for scheduled shoot days, and ready to contribute to a meaningful short film production. If you are based in Wilmington and meet the character descriptions below, this is an opportunity to gain film set experience and receive a stipend for participation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in a short film

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors

• Be available for full shoot days as required

• Maintain professionalism during filming

• Arrive on time and prepared for call times

Requirements

• Strong Men (1 role available)

  • Any ethnicity

  • Ages 20–40

  • Must be available all scheduled shoot days

• Son (1 role)

  • African American male

  • Approximately 40s

  • Must be available for required shoot date

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Available for all required filming dates

• Submit name, photo, and contact information when applying

Compensation

• Volunteer background roles

• $100 stipend to cover expenses

• On-set short film experience

• Film credit for portfolio