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Peacock’s ‘M.I.A.’ Casting Call for Gangster Types

Casting Call: Male Gangster Types for Nightclub Scene

Job Description
A stylish new production is casting male gangster types for a high-energy nightclub scene set in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood district. Think mafia bosses, drug lord energy, and street-savvy confidence. The vibe is luxury and danger—where $20K bottle service, celebrities, and influencers set the tone. This role is perfect for those who can bring a bold, intimidating presence and elevate the atmosphere with swagger and realism.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray gangster, mafia, or drug lord types with intensity and style

  • Be comfortable in upscale, nightlife-inspired wardrobe

  • Take direction well and contribute to a high-energy background scene

  • Maintain professionalism while working in a fast-paced club environment

Requirements

  • Male talent, ages 20–45

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must have a confident, streetwise or high-roller look

  • Must be local to Miami and available for shoot day

Compensation

  • $200 for 12-hour shoot day

  • Paid background role with potential for featured camera time

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Diner Patrons and Waitresses for Feature Film ‘Mo’ Waffles’

A new feature film is now hiring background and featured roles for a diner scene. This is a fantastic opportunity for actors and extras to work on a professional film set, gain on-camera experience, and earn a daily rate. The production is casting both male and female talent for diner patrons and waitresses.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray diner patrons or waitresses in a feature film scene
  • Follow direction from the film’s director and crew
  • Arrive on set prepared, punctual, and camera-ready

Requirements

  • Diner Patrons: Male and female, any ethnicity, 18+
  • Waitresses: Female, any ethnicity, ages 21–35
  • Must be available for a full-day shoot
  • Submit a recent photo and contact information via email with the subject line including your role

Compensation

  • $120/day for confirmed roles
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

African American Newborns – Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A new television series is casting paid background extras to feature African American newborns in upcoming scenes. This is a great opportunity for parents of babies who are comfortable on set and available for scheduled filming days. Filming will take place in Atlanta, and talent must be available on both designated shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a background scene as a newborn infant

  • Remain calm and responsive while on set with a guardian present

  • Be present and available for wardrobe fitting and shooting windows

  • Parents/guardians must complete all required paperwork for legal verification

Requirements

  • Newborns aged 0 to 1 month

  • African American babies only

  • Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

  • Must be fully available on shoot dates

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

  • Payment issued by check within 2–3 weeks of filming

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Men with Unkempt Beards – Featured Background Role

Job Description
A production is casting men with rugged, unkempt beards to portray beggars in an upcoming shoot. The role requires distinctive character looks and expressive physical presence to bring authenticity to the scene. This is a one-day commitment that includes a brief fitting and is open to both union and non-union talent in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a street beggar with realism and physical expression

  • Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting before the shoot

  • Take direction on movement, positioning, and scene continuity

  • Be prepared for outdoor or rough-weather shooting conditions if required

Requirements

  • Male actors with long, scruffy, or unkempt beards

  • Must be available for fitting and filming as scheduled

  • Must be local to Los Angeles or able to work as a local

Compensation

  • Pay rate provided upon booking based on union status

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Police Officer Types – Feature Film Manhunt Scene

Job Description
A feature film directed by Tim Blake Nelson is casting background actors to portray police officers in a high-stakes manhunt scene. This shoot will take place in Columbus, GA and offers one of the final chances to appear in the film. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring a strong, authoritative presence to a dynamic, action-driven sequence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a uniformed police officer during an outdoor manhunt scene

  • Follow on-set direction to execute blocking and realistic movement

  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the filming day

  • Be available for outdoor shooting from late morning through sundown

Requirements

  • Must look authentic in a police officer role

  • Available Thursday with a call time between 11 AM–12 PM until sundown

  • Must be local to or able to work in Columbus, GA

Compensation

  • Rate provided upon booking confirmation

High School Football Players – TV/Film Background Roles

Job Description
A production is casting background actors to portray high school football players in an upcoming scene. No football experience is required. The team is seeking young-looking Caucasian male talent who can convincingly play high school-aged athletes. This opportunity includes a fitting session and potential multiple filming dates in Pasadena and Norwalk, CA.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a high school football player in various game and locker room scenarios

  • Participate in a scheduled costume fitting before the shoot

  • Follow on-set direction for blocking, positioning, and crowd atmosphere

  • Maintain energy, professionalism, and consistency during filming

Requirements

  • Caucasian male talent

  • Age 18+ but able to look like a high school student

  • Must be available for fitting in Burbank and shoot in Pasadena

  • Must be available for potential recalls in Norwalk

Compensation

  • SAG: $216 for 8 hours

  • Non-Union: $140 for 8 hours

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Female Manicurists for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime series is casting two female manicurists to appear in a scene filming tomorrow. Talent should either have on-camera acting experience or real-life experience as a professional manicurist. This role includes exterior car shots, so a personal vehicle is required on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a manicurist in a scene connected to a high-profile true crime production

  • Arrive camera-ready and prepared to work in a controlled production environment

  • Vehicle will be used as part of the scene, visible in exterior shots

  • Work closely with production staff for scene blocking and continuity

Requirements

  • Female, age 21 and over

  • Prior acting experience or real-life manicurist skills strongly preferred

  • Must have access to a personal car to be used on set

  • Must be available for filming in Doraville and arrive by 12:00 PM

Compensation

  • $125 for the workday

  • Additional $35 for use of personal car

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Female Models – Party Scene for TV Series

Job Description
A new television series is casting SAG and non-union talent to portray high-fashion female models at an upscale party scene. The production is seeking individuals with striking features, strong presence, and runway-ready confidence. Scenes will be filmed in Westchester, NY, and will showcase vibrant energy, glamour, and social interaction.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray fashionable models at a party environment with confidence and charisma

  • Appear in high-energy scenes while dressed in upscale attire

  • Take direction from production to deliver visually engaging performances

  • Maintain continuity and camera presence across filming days

Requirements

  • Female talent, model sizes 0–4

  • Height 5’7” or taller

  • Must be SAG-AFTRA or non-union

  • Able to work as a local in Westchester, NY

Compensation

  • Rate to be disclosed upon confirmation of booking

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Basketball Players – Party Scene for TV Series

Job Description
A new TV series is seeking SAG and non-union talent to portray NBA basketball players at a party scene. The production is looking for individuals with a strong physical presence and height to embody the role of professional athletes in a vibrant, upscale social setting. Filming will take place in Westchester, NY over multiple days.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray NBA players at a party with confidence and authenticity

  • Maintain an athletic and energetic presence on camera

  • Follow blocking and direction from the production team

  • Dress in stylish, upscale attire suitable for a luxury party scene

Requirements

  • Male talent, 6’2” or taller

  • Must be SAG-AFTRA or non-union

  • Must be able to work as a local in Westchester, NY

Compensation

  • Rate details to be provided upon booking

Latino Club Goers – Feature Film Extras

Job Description
A feature film is casting Latino background extras to portray attractive Miami nightclub goers in a high-energy dance scene. The production seeks vibrant individuals with confidence, nightlife style, and a club-ready attitude. This is a fantastic opportunity for performers who enjoy the spotlight and want to be part of a stylish, cinematic environment. Filming will take place in New Jersey.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale Miami nightclub attendees with energy and charisma

  • Dress in fashionable, upscale clubwear

  • Follow direction for movement, atmosphere, and camera positioning

  • Be available for potential costume fittings prior to shoot

Requirements

  • Latino talent, ages 18–35

  • Must have valid driver’s license and government-issued ID

  • Must be available for filming from 6/24 to 6/26 in New Jersey

  • Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent

  • Must disclose visible tattoos and their placement if applicable

Compensation

  • SAG: $216 for 8 hours

  • Non-SAG: $181.50 for 10 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Latinx Male Police Officer – Industrial Project

Job Description
A non-union industrial video is casting a Latinx male actor to portray a police officer for an internal DCFS training project on implicit bias. The role is non-speaking but highly visible, requiring a confident presence and realistic portrayal of law enforcement. Filming will take place in Chicago’s Hyde Park area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a police officer with professionalism and authenticity

  • Follow direction to execute realistic movements and positioning

  • Perform in a non-verbal, featured on-camera role

  • Maintain consistent performance and appearance on set

Requirements

  • Male, Latinx

  • Age range: 25–40

  • Must be non-union

  • Must be available for filming on Tuesday

  • Should be comfortable embodying a law enforcement role on camera

Compensation

  • $225 for 8 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Latinx Neighborhood Resident – Industrial Project

Job Description
A non-union industrial video is seeking a Latinx actor to portray a neighborhood resident in a featured background role for an internal DCFS training video focused on implicit bias. This non-speaking role offers strong on-camera visibility and calls for a natural, expressive presence. Filming will take place in the Hyde Park area of Chicago.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a neighborhood resident with authenticity and relatability

  • Be present and visible in key scenes with subtle, non-verbal interaction

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout the shoot

  • Contribute to a realistic and grounded community setting

Requirements

  • Latinx, open to all genders

  • Age range: 18–70

  • Must be non-union

  • Must be available for filming on Tuesday

  • Comfortable with silent, performance-based roles in a featured background capacity

Compensation

  • $225 for 8 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Latinx Father – Industrial Project

Job Description
A non-union industrial shoot is seeking a Latinx male actor to portray a father in an internal DCFS training video focused on implicit bias. This role is non-speaking but requires strong presence and authenticity, as the character will be featured prominently on camera in a family or institutional setting. Filming will take place in the Hyde Park area of Chicago.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a father figure with natural, expressive presence

  • Engage with the scene environment and actors in a realistic way

  • Follow on-set direction while maintaining emotional continuity

  • Be comfortable performing in a non-verbal, visually expressive role

Requirements

  • Male, Latinx

  • Age range: early 30s

  • Must be non-union

  • Must be available for filming on Monday

  • Strong camera presence and ability to convey character without dialogue

Compensation

  • $225 for 8 hours

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06-12-2025

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