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“Another Breakthrough” Casting Call for Extras

Casting Extras for Faith-Based Short Film

Job Description:
A moving short film rooted in themes of faith, family, and transformation is casting background extras to appear in various scenes. Extras will help bring realism and energy to the environment, portraying community members, event attendees, and everyday individuals. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors or anyone interested in being part of a meaningful project.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Appear in background roles to support key scenes

  • Follow direction from the assistant director and stay in character during takes

  • Help create a believable and vibrant atmosphere on set

  • Maintain professionalism and be punctual during filming

Requirements:

  • Male or Female, any ethnicity, ages 18–65

  • No prior experience required

  • Must be reliable, easy to direct, and comfortable on set

  • Must be available to film in Montclair, NJ

Compensation:

  • $200 flat rate

  • Meals and copy provided

  • Local talent preferred

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Juke Joint Scene

Job Description
A short film production is seeking background actors to bring a lively 1930s–40s inspired juke joint scene to life. Talent will help create an authentic southern atmosphere through dance, movement, and social interaction. Musicians who can provide live instruments are also welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray juke joint patrons, including dancers, drinkers, and social extras

  • Collaborate with the production team to help create a vibrant, authentic environment

  • Optional: Perform as a musician to add live authenticity to the scene

  • Remain professional and enthusiastic throughout filming

Requirements

  • Must be comfortable wearing 1930s–40s vintage-style wardrobe

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Musicians encouraged to bring their own instruments if participating

  • No prior acting experience required

Compensation

  • Paid background role, rate provided upon booking

  • Professional on-set experience in a narrative short film

  • Opportunity to participate in an atmospheric period piece production

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Casting Call for Featured Extras – Psychological Horror Short Film

Job Description
A highly stylized psychological horror short film is seeking featured extras to appear in two key sequences. The project has a dreamlike and unsettling tone, drawing inspiration from Mulholland Drive, The Substance, and Black Swan with a dark body-horror twist.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as featured extras in major sequences

  • Follow direction from the director and crew to capture the eerie, atmospheric tone

  • Contribute to the collaborative and artistic nature of the set

Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older

  • Comfortable working on a micro-budget independent project

  • Able to travel to La Habra Heights, CA (45 minutes from Los Angeles)

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

  • Unpaid role

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Job Description
A short film is seeking 15 featured extras to join the cast. This is a great opportunity for actors and performers who want to gain on-set experience and build their portfolio. Talent will be featured in key background roles with potential interaction in scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray assigned featured extra roles with professionalism

  • Follow direction from the film’s production team

  • Be prepared for full shooting days with potential retakes

  • Maintain punctuality and availability during scheduled shoot times

Requirements

  • Men and women, ages 25–40

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must be reliable and punctual

  • Any golf experience or ability to swing a golf club is a plus

  • Comfortable being directed on set

  • Must provide 3 recent photos, height, sizes, phone number, and Instagram link with submission

Compensation

  • $250 for an 8-hour shoot day

  • $200 for a 5-hour shoot day

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Casting Call – Short Cinematic Christmas Film

Job Description
A short cinematic Christmas film is now casting lead roles for an upcoming production. This heartfelt, non-speaking narrative will be used for Christmas services and social media. Filming will take place in Irmo, SC, and will portray iconic holiday-inspired characters in a visually compelling and emotional storytelling style.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a non-speaking role with strong emotional expression and presence

  • Collaborate with the director and crew to capture the desired tone and atmosphere

  • Attend all scheduled shoot dates and be prepared for full-day filming

  • Work on location in a cooperative and professional manner

Requirements

  • Mother/Mary: Female, ages 35–45

  • Father/Joseph: Male, ages 35–45, beard or facial hair preferred

  • Child: Any gender, ages 7–10

  • Must be NON-UNION

Compensation

  • $275 flat day rate

  • Shoot dates: September 18 and 19

  • Location: Irmo, South Carolina

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08-04-2025

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