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Casting Call – Teens, Staff, and Police Officer Roles

Job Description
A production is casting background talent for multiple roles in upcoming scenes filming near Acworth, GA. Extras will portray high school students, school staff, and a police officer type. This is a great opportunity for local talent to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background actors in high school and community scenes

• Work closely with the production team to create authentic, realistic settings

• Follow direction on set to support the scene’s atmosphere

Requirements

• Teens: Ages 18–early 20s, all types, must look young enough to pass as high school students (including one blonde male)

• Staff: Ages 30s–50s, portraying counselors and security personnel

• Police Officer: Male, clean-shaven, with a neck size of 15–17, must be available both filming days

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work locally

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate provided upon booking)

• Meals and breaks included on set

Casting Call – Teens and Staff Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking background talent for upcoming scenes filming near Acworth, GA. Extras will portray high school students, counselors, and security staff. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professional set and gain on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Play background roles as high school students or school staff

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Help create a realistic environment for the scene

Requirements

• Teens: Ages 18–early 20s, all types, must look young enough to pass as high school students (including one blonde male)

• Staff: Ages 30s–50s, portraying counselors and security types

• Must be available for the scheduled filming dates

• Reliable transportation to set required

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call – College Student Extras

Job Description
A SAG production is seeking background actors to portray college students in upcoming scenes. This opportunity is open to talent who can authentically capture the energy and presence of students, creating a realistic campus environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in college campus scenes

• Work alongside cast and crew to create an authentic student atmosphere

• Follow direction from the production team for scene accuracy

Requirements

• Ages 18 to mid-20s (some older roles also available)

• Must be current SAG or SAGe members

• Must be able to portray realistic college students

• Availability required for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid SAG background roles (rates follow SAG guidelines)

Chicago Fire Extras Casting Call – Female Roles

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking female extras for an upcoming bar scene. This is a non-speaking background role that offers an excellent chance to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in a scripted scene

• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before the shoot

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Caucasian females, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’4”–5’7”

• Dress size: 8–10

• Hair: dark, blonde, or red

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must be available for a short wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Wardrobe fitting will take approximately two hours

Casting Call – String Quartet Roles

Job Description
A BET+ series is seeking background performers to portray members of a string quartet in an upcoming scene. This is a specialty background role, and talent will pantomime playing their instruments during upscale garden party scenes. No live music performance will take place on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on screen as part of a string quartet during garden party scenes

• Pantomime playing your instrument as directed by the production team

• Contribute to creating a realistic and sophisticated event atmosphere

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities, ages 18+

• Roles available: violinist, violist, cellist, upright bassist

• Must be able to provide your own instrument for use as a prop

• Must have full availability for a 12+ hour filming day

Compensation

• Background rate: $13.63/hour ($109 guaranteed for 8 hours, overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

• Instrument bump: $50 for bringing your own instrument

Casting Call – Real Medics for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting real medics for upcoming scenes. Talent should be active or former medics from Chicago, suburban, or private practice who can authentically portray their role on camera. Both male and female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set in uniform to portray a real medic authentically

• Work in background scenes that require medical realism

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate portrayal

Requirements

• Male and female talent, real medics only (Chicago, suburban, or private practice)

• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Must provide accurate clothing sizes for wardrobe continuity

• Available for one or both filming dates

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

• $25 special ability bump for medics

Casting Call – Stand-In Role for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a stand-in for an upcoming scene. This role requires someone with the same physical build and appearance as the actor to assist with lighting and camera blocking.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during filming to help production set up lighting and camera shots

• Follow directions from the crew to match actor positioning and movements

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’10”–6’0”

• Slim to medium build with brown hair

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Previous extra or stand-in experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, with time and a half after 8 hours

Background Talent Casting Call

Job Description
Production is seeking background actors ages 25–55 for an upcoming project. All genders and ethnicities are welcome. Talent should present a confident and modern look, with no visible tattoos, and must meet the height requirement of 5’6” or taller.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent during filming

• Maintain professionalism and follow direction from the production team

• Contribute to creating a natural, realistic atmosphere on set

• Be available for the full duration of the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 25–55, all genders and ethnicities

• Minimum height of 5’6”

• Confident, modern appearance

• No visible tattoos

• Reliable and punctual on set

Compensation

• $300 for up to 12 hours

Casting Call for Youth Detention Teen Girls

Job Description
A production is seeking female talent to portray teen girls in a youth detention scene. This role will capture authentic and compelling performances to bring realism and intensity to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background or featured role in a youth detention setting

• Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure accurate portrayal of character dynamics

• Maintain professionalism and follow on-set instructions throughout filming

Requirements

• Female actors, ages 18–25, who can portray teenagers

• Must be available for a morning call time with a standard wrap

• Comfortable portraying a character in a detention environment

• Reliable, punctual, and committed to the shoot

Compensation

• $175 for a 12-hour day

• Opportunity for a director-selected role and screen credit

Casting Call for Militia Men – Diarra From Detroit Season 2

Job Description
A BET+ series is now casting background actors for the role of Militia Men in Diarra From Detroit Season 2. The production is seeking rugged, weathered-looking men to bring authenticity and grit to this storyline.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background actors in militia scenes

• Maintain a tough, rugged presence to enhance the atmosphere of the scene

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure scene continuity

• Contribute to the overall tone and authenticity of the storyline

Requirements

• Caucasian men, ages 18+

• Weathered, rough-around-the-edges appearance

• Men with beards or rugged “redneck” types strongly encouraged to apply

• Must have a rugged lifestyle look and exterior

Compensation

• Paid background role

Casting Call for Teen Extras

Job Description
A major production is seeking extras to play high school students in a fun upcoming scene alongside big-name stars. This is a great opportunity for young performers looking to gain on-set experience and be part of an exciting project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a high school-themed scene

• Maintain professionalism while working with cast and crew

• Follow direction to ensure continuity and authenticity in the scene

• Bring natural energy and presence to create a realistic school environment

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–early 20s (must be able to pass as high school age)

• Must be available for a full-day shoot

• Outgoing personality and comfortable on set

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• Paid extra role

Casting Call for Party Scene Extras

Job Description
A popular TV series is now casting extras for a fun party scene set in Molly’s Bar. This is a great opportunity for men and women to be part of an exciting on-set experience. Extras will be featured as background actors, creating an authentic party atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in a party scene

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene continuity

• Arrive prepared with wardrobe fitting as required

• Bring energy and authenticity to background roles

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20s–40s

• Must be local to Illinois or surrounding areas

• Must provide accurate clothing sizes for wardrobe fittings

• Men: height, weight, jacket size, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, and shoe size

• Women: height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe size

• Must submit recent, clear photographs (no headshots, filters, or cropped photos)

Compensation

• Paid extra role