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Real Family Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real families to appear together in lifestyle restaurant scenes. Production is looking for genuine family units with natural chemistry and distinctive shared features.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in a restaurant setting

• Interact naturally with family members during filming

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Real families with children ages 5–55 (parents included)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Families with 4+ kids are a bonus

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate per person for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Blind and Visually Impaired Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking blind and visually impaired individuals for paid background roles in various scenes filming in New York City. Production is looking for people of all types, ethnicities, and genders, and wants authentic representation on camera. This is a union-covered background opportunity with professional set experience on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes while working in a structured set environment

• Be prepared for full filming days during the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Blind and visually impaired individuals

• All types, ethnicities, and genders welcome

• Must be able to work in New York City

• Must be available for filming during the scheduled May production window

• Must be able to present valid identification for employment eligibility

• If using a guide dog or support person, must be comfortable working with them on set as needed

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Covered by SAG-AFTRA CBA (preference of employment may apply)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

High School Football Players for Commercial Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking male talent to portray high school football players in a paid background role. This opportunity is perfect for performers who are comfortable playing football on camera and can bring authentic athlete energy to a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school football player in commercial scenes

• Participate in light football action and on-field movement as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for full filming days

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 15–20

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be comfortable playing football on camera

• Must be able to work locally in Austin, Texas

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• Paid commercial background booking

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

College-Age Background Talent for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial is casting college-age background talent for an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for a variety of fresh, natural types, and is especially interested in talent who can play or realistically handle an instrument. This is a paid background opportunity with a full-day rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college-age background characters in commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain camera-ready on set

• If applicable, handle or perform with an instrument naturally on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (college-age range)

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Instrument skills are a plus (let production know what you play)

• Must be available for a weekday commercial shoot

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours

• Paid national commercial background role

African American Boy Photo Double Casting

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American boy to work as a paid photo double. Talent should match specific physical specs, including a dark skin tone, and be comfortable working on set for a full day. This is a great opportunity for young performers who can follow direction and maintain continuity for camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a child actor in on-camera scenes

• Match positioning and continuity requirements as directed by production

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Remain available for a full workday on set

Requirements

• African American boy with dark skin tone

• Must match the following specs as closely as possible:

  • Height: 4’5″

  • Weight: 81 lbs

  • Size: 10

  • Shirt: Medium

  • Shoe size: 4

• Must be able to work in the Oxford (near Covington) area

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• $20 gas bump

Church Band Musicians for TV Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking musicians to portray a church band in a scene. Talent will pantomime playing instruments on camera, so performers should look comfortable holding and handling their instrument naturally. This is a paid background opportunity filming in the Lawrenceville, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Pantomime playing instruments on camera as part of a church band

• Follow direction from the production team for timing and movement

• Maintain continuity across takes while performing with the group

• Arrive on time with a professional, camera-ready attitude

Requirements

• Caucasian performers (per storyline requirements)

• Must be comfortable pantomiming as a band musician on camera

• Roles needed:

  • Electric guitar player

  • Electric bass player

  • Electric organ player

  • Tambourine player

• Must be able to work locally in Lawrenceville, GA

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• $35 prop bump for guitar and bass

• $10 prop bump for tambourine

• $20 gas bump for all

Male and Female Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking male and female bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling scene. This role requires performers who know how to bowl and can bring a natural, believable presence to a league-style setting. This is a paid background opportunity for Atlanta-area locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bowler in a background scene for a TV series

• Bowl comfortably on camera and follow production direction

• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming

• Be available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–70

• Must have bowling experience (not required to be professional)

• Should know proper bowling form and etiquette

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Women League Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A hit television series is casting experienced women bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling league scene. This role is ideal for women who regularly bowl and can naturally portray league players in a realistic, energetic environment. Production is looking for authentic bowlers who feel comfortable on camera and in a team setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a league bowler in a scripted background scene

• Bowl naturally on camera with confidence and experience

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20–70

• Must bowl regularly; league bowlers strongly preferred

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a realistic bowling environment

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)