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Now Casting: Historical Medical Documentary Series

Non-Speaking Male Roles for Historical Documentary Series

Job Description
A historical medical documentary series is seeking non-union male performers for dramatic re-enactment roles. These are non-speaking background parts that will support the authenticity of the period-driven storytelling. Performers must represent diverse ethnic backgrounds and be comfortable performing in historical settings.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in historical re-enactment scenes with period-appropriate wardrobe

  • Follow direction from the creative team to ensure continuity and accuracy

  • Bring authenticity and strong physical presence to non-verbal performances

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–55

  • Must be of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, East Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian, White, Indigenous, or Eastern European heritage

  • Non-union performers only

  • Must be available for multiple shoot dates

Compensation

  • $250 per day (includes travel allowance to Dundas, Ontario)

  • Filming scheduled across multiple days

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Voice Over Performers – Audio Storytelling Projects

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is open for voice over performers to bring unique storytelling experiences to life. This project blends foley, sound, and music to create engaging audio-only productions. We’re looking for diverse voices with soulful, youthful, growly, or childlike qualities to deliver compelling performances for short recording engagements.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform assigned scripts with creativity and interpretation

  • Bring unique character voices and tones to audio storytelling projects

  • Collaborate with production teams on content themes and delivery style

  • Record high-quality audio either from a home studio or designated studio space

Requirements

  • Age 18+

  • Unique, versatile voice with ability to adapt to various character types

  • Access to a professional home-studio set-up or ability to record in studio (Calgary, Hamilton, or Toronto may be provided)

  • Comfortable working with sensitive topics (themes may include social issues such as discrimination or violence)

  • Submission of CV/headshot and demo read with application

  • ACTRA membership required

Compensation

  • Union project (ACTRA – Scale, AC Sec. F)

  • Approximate engagement is up to 2 days per performer

Job Description
A television production is seeking an experienced male left-handed golfer for an upcoming shoot. The role requires strong golfing skills and authenticity on camera. The production is especially looking for talent around 5’9″ with grey or silver hair to match character specifications.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a golfer in background and featured scenes

  • Display strong left-handed golfing technique and experience

  • Follow direction from the production team for accurate performance

Requirements

  • Male, left-handed golfer with proven golfing experience

  • Ideally around 5’9” with grey or silver hair

  • Must be registered with Central Casting

  • Open to both union and non-union submissions

Compensation

  • $272 for 8 hours of wor

Male Background Actor with Bandaging Experience

Job Description
A television production is casting male background actors with first aid or bandaging experience. Talent must feel comfortable applying wound bandages on themselves or others in a realistic setting. This role is designed to bring authenticity to medical and emergency scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform background work as a character with bandaging or first aid skills

  • Apply wound bandages on self or others in a realistic and convincing manner

  • Follow on-set direction to ensure safe and authentic performances

Requirements

  • Male background actor with first aid or bandaging experience

  • Comfortable handling wound bandages in a professional setting

  • Must be registered with Central Casting

  • Open to union and non-union submissions

Compensation

  • $234 for 8 hours of work

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Club Bartenders for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray club bartenders in high-energy nightlife scenes. This role is ideal for talent with a stylish look who can bring authenticity and confidence to an upscale nightclub environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as bartenders in vibrant club scenes

  • Help create the atmosphere of a trendy, upscale nightlife setting

  • Take direction from the production team to ensure realistic continuity

  • Maintain professionalism and energy during long shoot days

Requirements

  • Male and Female, ages 20s–40s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable portraying bartenders in a nightlife environment

  • Reliable, punctual, and prepared for extended filming hours

Compensation

  • Rate: $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours, with overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Club Patrons for TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is casting background actors to portray upscale club patrons in high-energy nightlife scenes. This is a great opportunity for talent to step into a stylish, on-camera environment and bring vibrant energy to a featured setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as trendy, fashionable club patrons in upscale nightlife scenes

  • Contribute to the authenticity and atmosphere of a high-end club environment

  • Follow on-set direction to ensure smooth and consistent scene work

  • Maintain professionalism and energy throughout long filming hours

Requirements

  • Male and Female, ages 20s–40s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must bring a fashionable, nightlife-ready appearance

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting

Compensation

  • Rate: $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Club Waitstaff for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray club waitstaff in upscale nightlife scenes. This role requires individuals who can bring authenticity and energy to the set while maintaining the appearance and professionalism of high-end service staff.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray club waitstaff in a stylish nightclub environment

  • Help create a realistic and lively upscale atmosphere on screen

  • Take direction from the production team to ensure continuity in scenes

  • Remain professional and adaptable during long filming days

Requirements

  • Male and Female, ages 20s–40s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable performing as service staff in a nightlife setting

  • Reliable, punctual, and prepared for a full day of filming

Compensation

  • Rate: $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras for TV Series Production

Job Description
A hit TV series is seeking extras to portray visitors, prisoners, and various background roles in multiple scenes. This is an exciting opportunity for local talent to be part of a major production and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background talent in different roles including visitors, prisoners, and other character types

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity and professionalism

  • Maintain flexibility and adaptability for multiple unit shoots on the same day

  • Provide accurate clothing sizes for wardrobe purposes

Requirements

  • Male and Female, ages 20s–60s

  • All ethnicities welcome

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

  • Must provide recent color photo, height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes for booking

Compensation

  • Paid background role (rate disclosed upon selection)

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Featured Background Extras for Major Pop Artist Music Video

Job Description
A major A-list pop artist is filming a new music video and is seeking queer men and women of all ethnicities to appear as featured background extras. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile production and bring vibrant energy to a major music release.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as featured extras in a music video production

  • Bring authentic personality and energy to create a lively atmosphere

  • Take direction from the production team to match the creative vision

  • Maintain professionalism on set and be prepared for flexible shoot times

Requirements

  • Male or Female, ages 18+

  • Queer talent encouraged to apply; open to all ethnicities

  • Comfortable working on a fast-paced music video set

  • Must be reliable and professional throughout filming

Compensation

  • Rate: $200 for 4 hours

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Roles for Dramatic Short Film

Job Description
A dramatic short film is now casting lead and supporting roles. The production is seeking a non-binary, androgynous, or femme actor as well as a femme actor, both able to play characters in their early to mid-20s. Extras of all types are also encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity for emerging talent to showcase their skills in an independent film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray assigned characters authentically and with emotional depth

  • Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story to life

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

  • Contribute to the overall vision of the independent production

Requirements

  • Non-binary/androgynous/femme actor, early to mid-20s

  • Femme actor, early to mid-20s

  • Extras: non-exclusionary, open to all backgrounds

  • Strong acting ability with on-camera presence

  • Professionalism and collaboration skills on set

Compensation

  • Copy, meal, and credit provided

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Nurse Type for TV/Film Production

Job Description
A scripted production is seeking a “nurse type” with professional demeanor and on-camera confidence. Talent must provide their own scrubs and be ready for a short-notice call time. Ideal for reliable performers who can deliver authentic background and light interactive moments on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a medical professional with natural movement and set etiquette

  • Arrive camera-ready in personal scrubs; maintain continuity across takes

  • Follow directions from ADs and maintain safe, efficient set behavior

  • Provide subtle reactions that support the scene’s realism

Requirements

  • Male or Female, 18+

  • Must supply your own scrubs (state color when submitting)

  • Recent photo required for consideration

  • Able to work as an Atlanta local and respond to short-notice calls

  • Professional attitude and reliability a must

Compensation

  • Paid background role (rate shared upon selection)

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Detective Role for TV/Film Production

Job Description
A scripted production is seeking an actor to portray a detective in upcoming scenes. The role requires a clean-cut, professional appearance and the ability to convincingly embody law enforcement. This is an excellent opportunity for performers who can carry a strong screen presence in authoritative roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a detective with professionalism and confidence

  • Wear professional wardrobe appropriate for law enforcement (actor must provide)

  • Deliver authentic on-camera presence that supports the story’s tone

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity and realism

Requirements

  • White male, ages 30s–40s

  • Physically fit and clean-cut appearance

  • Must own professional wardrobe

  • Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles

Compensation

  • Rate: $150/day worked

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Club Scene Extras for Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is seeking extras to bring energy and authenticity to a lively club scene. This opportunity is perfect for talent who enjoy high-energy environments and want to be part of an exciting visual project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray clubgoers in a vibrant nightlife setting

  • Maintain enthusiasm and energy throughout filming

  • Take direction from the production team to create a realistic atmosphere

  • Contribute to the overall vibe of the music video

Requirements

  • Male or Female, ages 18–30

  • Hispanic talent or those who can pass as Hispanic

  • Urban look and style preferred

  • Must be local to Atlanta; no travel or housing provided

Compensation

  • Rate: $100 flat

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06-05-2025

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