Casting Call: Extras and Featured Extras for Season 17 and 18 TV Series

Arcade Patron Casting Call

Job Description

A television series is casting non-union background actors to portray arcade patrons in upcoming scenes filming in Nyack, New York. Casting directors are looking for talent to help create an energetic and authentic arcade environment. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in working on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an arcade patron in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• React naturally in arcade and social environment scenes.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to non-union talent.
• Comfortable portraying arcade patrons.
• Must be available to film in Nyack, New York.
• Able to work up to 10 hours if needed.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours.

Baby Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is casting infants to portray recurring babies in an upcoming season filming in Norcross, Georgia. Casting directors are seeking Caucasian babies between 10 months and 1 year old, with twins and triplets especially encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity for families with flexible schedules to have their little ones appear in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recurring baby in television scenes.
• Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Be available for multiple filming dates as scheduled.

Requirements

• Caucasian infants, approximately 10 months to 1 year old.
• Twins and triplets are preferred, but individual babies are also encouraged to apply.
• Flexible availability, as most filming dates are still to be determined.
• Must be able to work in the Norcross, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Twins: $500 for up to 8 hours.
• Individual babies: $250 for up to 8 hours.

Firefighter Background Casting Call

Job Description

A television series is casting background actors to portray firefighters for a non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking men and women who can authentically portray firefighters in realistic scenes. This is a great opportunity for local talent with a clean, professional appearance to work on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• React naturally during emergency and station scenes.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–50.
• Must fit the look of a firefighter.
• Clean-shaven men preferred (mustaches are acceptable).
• Male applicants should fit approximately size 34–38 pants.
• Female applicants should fit approximately size 6/8.
• Must be available for a 12-hour filming commitment.
• Local hires in the Nashville, Tennessee area only.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours ($15.62/hour).
• Overtime paid after 8 hours.

Mexican Family Casting Call

Job Description

A production filming in the Fairburn, Georgia area is casting featured background talent to portray members of a Mexican family in small, featured scenes. Casting directors are seeking children, adults, and individuals with an older sedan to help create an authentic family setting. Real siblings are especially encouraged to apply for this paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray members of a Mexican family in featured background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Participate in short filming sessions as scheduled.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 9–12, of Mexican or similar appearance.
• Real siblings are encouraged to apply.
• Female, ages 20–50, of Mexican or similar appearance.
• Male, ages 20–50, of Mexican or similar appearance.
• Male with a cowboy hat preferred.
• Male or female who owns a 2015 or older sedan in running condition is encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not specified

SWAT Officer Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a physically fit male actor to portray a SWAT officer. Casting directors are looking for clean-cut talent who can authentically represent law enforcement in dramatic television scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a SWAT officer in reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain a professional law enforcement appearance.
• Perform naturally during production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s.
• Physically fit and clean-cut appearance.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Columbus Girl Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking an actress to portray “Columbus Girl” in a featured role. Casting directors are looking for a White female with light brown to blonde hair who is comfortable appearing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in dramatic reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in emotionally driven scenes.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• White female.
• Late 20s to early 30s.
• Light brown to blonde hair.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Military Likeness Role Casting Call

Job Description

A television series is seeking a featured male for a military likeness role in a unique photo-based storytelling opportunity. Casting directors are looking for a white male with a strong military, tactical, or law enforcement appearance to portray a deceased military character through professionally created composite imagery. While this role does not require on-set filming, selected talent may be asked to attend a brief reference photo session if additional images are needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the likeness for a featured military character.
• Provide reference photos for composite image creation.
• Attend a brief photo session if requested by production.
• Follow creative direction to achieve the desired character look.

Requirements

• White male, ages 21–45.
• Height of 5’10” or taller.
• Muscular or athletic build.
• Strong jawline.
• Mustache preferred.
• Military, tactical, or law enforcement appearance.
• Actual military or law enforcement experience is welcomed but not required.

Compensation

• $500.

Someone’s Dad Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is seeking a male background actor to portray a father enjoying a football game in an upcoming commercial filming in Chicago. Casting directors are looking for a natural, expressive performer who can bring warmth and authentic game-day energy to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father attending a football game.
• React naturally during football scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, in his 50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable portraying an enthusiastic football fan.
• No dialogue required.
• Must be available to work in Chicago.

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours.

Away Team Fan Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is casting a male background actor to portray an away team football fan in a commercial filming in Chicago. Casting directors are looking for expressive talent who can bring authentic game-day excitement to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an away team football fan.
• React naturally during crowd scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable portraying a football fan.
• No dialogue required.
• Must be available to work in Chicago.

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours.

Grill Master Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is seeking a male background actor to portray a grill master in a football-themed commercial filming in Chicago. Casting directors are looking for someone with a friendly, authentic presence who can embody the spirit of a game-day cookout.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grill master during football-themed scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• React naturally on camera.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, in his 30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable portraying a football fan.
• No dialogue required.
• Must be available to work in Chicago.

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours.

Casual Football Fan Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is casting male and female background actors to portray casual football fans in a commercial filming in Chicago. Casting directors are looking for expressive performers who can create a lively game-day atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a casual football fan.
• React naturally during crowd scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Help create an authentic stadium environment.

Requirements

• One male and one female, in their 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable portraying football fans.
• No dialogue required.
• Must be available to work in Chicago.

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours.

Athlete Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is seeking a female background actor to portray an athlete in a football-themed project filming in Chicago. Casting directors are looking for talent with an athletic appearance who can bring authenticity and energy to game-day scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an athlete in football-themed scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Deliver authentic, energetic reactions.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Athletic appearance preferred.
• No dialogue required.
• Must be available to work in Chicago.

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours.