Actors and Background Talent for Southern Drama Series “Juke Joint Love”

Job Description

A comedy feature film script titled A Comedian Formerly Known as Betty is seeking actors for a private online table read. This is a Zoom-based script reading designed to help the writer hear pacing, tone, and dialogue performed aloud in a relaxed but professional creative setting. This is not a recorded or public performance—it’s a supportive read-through with skilled, engaging actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an online Zoom table read of a feature-length comedy script

• Read assigned character lines with strong timing, tone, and story rhythm

• Follow table read direction and maintain professional Zoom etiquette

• Review the script in advance to deliver an organized, engaging read

• Collaborate respectfully with the writer and other actors in a creative environment

Requirements

• Comfortable performing live over Zoom

• Strong comedic timing and expressive reading skills

• Ability to convey character and emotion through voice and delivery

Roles Being Cast:

• Narrator (Any Gender): Strong, expressive voice with a feel for rhythm, tone, and story

• Comedian Roles (3 roles): Male, ages 25–35, strong comic timing, intelligence, and emotional range

• Police Officer (Small Role): Female or male, ages 35–50, grounded with a confident presence

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

An upcoming action thriller titled Rogue is now casting strong, grounded performers for a gritty survival story centered on Rogue, a disciplined Army veteran who is abducted. This production is seeking actors who can deliver subtle intensity, emotional realism, and character-driven performances in high-stakes scenes. Supporting roles include emotionally grounded characters from Rogue’s past, as well as dangerous antagonistic forces and fellow abducted women. Non-union talent is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role in an action-thriller film with emotionally intense and suspense-driven scenes.

• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and crew.

• Maintain character consistency across takes and scenes.

• Bring believable emotional depth, tension, and grounded realism to your performance.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and production-ready for all scheduled work.

Requirements

• Non-union performers welcome.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta metro area.

• Ability to portray grounded emotion and subtle intensity is strongly preferred.

• Some roles may require physical commitment consistent with an action thriller.

Roles Being Cast (All Paid Supporting Roles):

• Dad (Black American) — Male, 55s–60s. Rogue’s father. A former soldier who trained her survival instincts from a young age. Appears in present day (older) and in flashbacks as a firm but loving guide. Emotionally grounded presence that anchors Rogue’s inner strength.

• Therapist (Any Nationality) — Female, 30s–50s. Well-meaning but disconnected. Pushes Rogue toward emotional softness without understanding the cost of survival. Subtle, conversational role highlighting the gap between therapeutic language and lived experience.

• Lana (Black American) — Female, 20s–30s. One of the abducted women. Terrified, untrained, and overwhelmed. Attempts to follow Rogue’s lead but lacks the conditioning to survive. Strong emotional range needed.

• Tiana (Any Nationality) — Female, 20s–30s. Another abducted woman. Frightened and disoriented; her presence reinforces the stakes and brutality of the situation. Strong emotional range needed.

Compensation

• Paid roles (non-union).

• Compensation details will be provided by production upon selection.

Job Description

A feature-length dramatic film titled What Was Stolen is casting paid speaking roles for local actors. The project explores crime, loyalty, power, and family ties within a high-stakes urban setting. This production is seeking strong performers who can bring depth, intensity, and emotional range to complex characters in a dramatic narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role in a feature film production

• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team

• Portray emotionally driven scenes that include suspense, confrontation, and dramatic tension

• Attend rehearsals, table reads, and filming sessions as required

• Follow production guidelines and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Must be a local actor able to work as a Houston-area hire

• Strong acting ability with experience in dramatic or crime-based roles preferred

• Comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged characters

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to take direction

• Open to African American male and female performers depending on role

Roles Being Cast Include:

• Rex: African American male, antagonist, intimidating and unpredictable street debt enforcer

• Marcus: African American male, calm, powerful figure with a mysterious past

• Michelle Carter: African American female, mid-30s, strong-willed mother and survivor with street smarts

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation will be provided based on role and production agreement

Asian Male Photo Doubles

Job Description
A feature film is hiring Asian male photo doubles for an upcoming production filming in Savannah, Georgia. This is a great on-set opportunity for performers who closely match the role descriptions and are comfortable working as a photo double. Some roles may require a professional costume fitting and a haircut arranged by the hair department before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on set as a photo double for featured scenes and setups

• Match the look, height/build, and overall appearance needed for the role

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, wardrobe, and production team

• Attend fittings as needed and be camera-ready on shoot days

• Be punctual, professional, and prepared for long filming days

Requirements

• Asian male talent who closely matches the specific photo double needs

• Availability for scheduled shoot days in Savannah, GA

• Comfortable with costume fittings (if required)

• Willing to receive a haircut from the hair department (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and strong on-set professionalism

Compensation

• $180 per shoot day

• $36 fitting pay (if applicable)

• $30 haircut bump (if applicable)

1990s Black/Latino Bar Patrons (Background Actors) for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray 1990s-era bar patrons, with a focus on Black and Latino talent. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in paid background acting work on a feature film, helping create an authentic bar atmosphere with period-accurate styling. Filming and a wardrobe fitting will take place in New Jersey (Jersey City and Hoboken area).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lively 1990s bar patron in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a period-accurate look

• Work professionally with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NJ/NY area or able to work as a local

• 1990s-appropriate hair and grooming required (no modern hairstyles)

• Must have valid identification to complete employment paperwork

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $224 / 8 hours

Paid Extras for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is hiring paid extras for a variety of background actor roles. This film extras casting is open to union and non-union talent, with opportunities for diverse looks and everyday character types. No acting experience is required—just bring a great attitude, take direction well, and be ready for a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and background team

• Maintain continuity between takes (wardrobe, actions, positioning)

• Work professionally on set and stay performance-ready during holding

Requirements

• All genders and all ethnicities welcome

• Must be 18+

• Union and non-union talent welcome

• Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S.

• Background types may include stand-ins, locals, tourists, upscale partygoers, waitstaff/bartenders, and more

• Comfortable providing recent, clear photos for casting consideration

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

Photo Doubles, Stand-Ins, Car Drivers, and Background Actors Needed for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking photo doubles, stand-ins, car drivers, and background actors for scenes filming in the Savannah, Georgia area. This casting call is a great fit for talent with strong on-set professionalism, reliable availability, and the ability to take direction quickly. Roles will vary by scene needs, including continuity-focused stand-in work, driving work (when applicable), and general background performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters naturally and consistently across takes

• Serve as a stand-in or photo double to support lighting, framing, and continuity

• Follow direction from the on-set team and maintain continuity

• For driver roles, safely operate a vehicle on camera as directed (when applicable)

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Savannah, Georgia area

• Professional, punctual, and comfortable working long production days

• Must be able to follow direction and adjust quickly on set

• For driving roles, must be a confident, safe driver (additional requirements may apply)

Compensation

• Pay rates and role-specific details will be provided to selected talent

Supporting Role: Shaka (Independent Feature Film)

Job Description
An independent feature film is casting a supporting role for Shaka, an African/African American male character (ages 18–22). This role calls for a talkative, confident presence with big personality—someone who can lean into comedic, slightly annoying energy in a believable way. The project will be filmed with an experimental style, with many moments built around improvisation, making it a strong fit for actors (or real people) who can think fast and stay natural on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Shaka in a supporting role with strong personality and confident energy

• Perform improvised dialogue and react naturally in the moment

• Take direction while staying flexible in an experimental filming style

• Maintain continuity in performance across takes and setups

Requirements

• African/African American male, ages 18–22

• Comfortable improvising lines and working with loose scripting

• Strong on-camera presence; comedic timing is a plus

• Open to actors and non-actors with authentic personality and confidence

Compensation

• $249 for an 8-hour day

Male Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A non-union feature film is hiring male background actors for a production filming in Austin, Texas. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent who can take direction, blend naturally into scripted scenes, and help bring a feature film environment to life. Casting is seeking a range of looks across all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background actor in feature film scenes

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

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, positioning, and movements between takes

• Remain professional, attentive, and camera-ready throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men, ages 30–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot day

• Comfortable with standard background actor guidelines (no hats, sunglasses, or extreme close-up photos for submission)

Compensation

• $125 for a 12-hour day (non-union)

Feature Film Extras Casting: Real Couples & Individuals (Non-Union)

Job Description
A non-union feature film is casting extras and background actors to portray real couples and individuals for scenes set at a couples yoga retreat. Production is seeking talent of all ethnicities, ages 20–50, who are comfortable with light physical interaction on camera (such as snuggling, assisted stretching, or massage). This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to build experience as a film extra on a professional set in Austin, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in couples retreat and yoga-style scenes.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes.

• Portray natural, believable reactions and interactions for the scene.

• Remain professional, punctual, and ready to work throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Real couples and individuals, all ethnicities, ages 20–50.

• Must be comfortable with light physical interaction (snuggling, assisted stretching, massage).

• Must be available to work in Austin, TX as a local hire.

• Provide recent, clear photos that reflect your current look (including a chest-up and full-body photo).

Compensation

• $125 for 12 hours (non-union rate).

Pedestrian Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray pedestrians in a police-station area scene filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is perfect for new faces who can bring natural, everyday movement and realistic street atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in background action to help build realistic street and public-setting moments.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a natural, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette.

• Work smoothly with production regarding holding, staging, and resets.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Detective Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray detectives for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is for talent who can bring a believable, professional law-enforcement presence to a police-station setting and take direction well on a fast-moving set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in background action for police station scenes.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a camera-ready, professional presence and stay in character during takes.

• Work with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s look and requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).