ABC’s ‘9-1-1: Nashville’ Casting Call for Background Talents

Casting Call – Teens and Staff Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking background talent for upcoming scenes filming near Acworth, GA. Extras will portray high school students, counselors, and security staff. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professional set and gain on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Play background roles as high school students or school staff

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Help create a realistic environment for the scene

Requirements

• Teens: Ages 18–early 20s, all types, must look young enough to pass as high school students (including one blonde male)

• Staff: Ages 30s–50s, portraying counselors and security types

• Must be available for the scheduled filming dates

• Reliable transportation to set required

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call – College Student Extras

Job Description
A SAG production is seeking background actors to portray college students in upcoming scenes. This opportunity is open to talent who can authentically capture the energy and presence of students, creating a realistic campus environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in college campus scenes

• Work alongside cast and crew to create an authentic student atmosphere

• Follow direction from the production team for scene accuracy

Requirements

• Ages 18 to mid-20s (some older roles also available)

• Must be current SAG or SAGe members

• Must be able to portray realistic college students

• Availability required for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid SAG background roles (rates follow SAG guidelines)

Chicago Fire Extras Casting Call – Female Roles

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking female extras for an upcoming bar scene. This is a non-speaking background role that offers an excellent chance to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in a scripted scene

• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before the shoot

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Caucasian females, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’4”–5’7”

• Dress size: 8–10

• Hair: dark, blonde, or red

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

• Must be available for a short wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Wardrobe fitting will take approximately two hours

Casting Call – String Quartet Roles

Job Description
A BET+ series is seeking background performers to portray members of a string quartet in an upcoming scene. This is a specialty background role, and talent will pantomime playing their instruments during upscale garden party scenes. No live music performance will take place on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on screen as part of a string quartet during garden party scenes

• Pantomime playing your instrument as directed by the production team

• Contribute to creating a realistic and sophisticated event atmosphere

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities, ages 18+

• Roles available: violinist, violist, cellist, upright bassist

• Must be able to provide your own instrument for use as a prop

• Must have full availability for a 12+ hour filming day

Compensation

• Background rate: $13.63/hour ($109 guaranteed for 8 hours, overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

• Instrument bump: $50 for bringing your own instrument

Casting Call – Real Medics for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting real medics for upcoming scenes. Talent should be active or former medics from Chicago, suburban, or private practice who can authentically portray their role on camera. Both male and female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set in uniform to portray a real medic authentically

• Work in background scenes that require medical realism

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate portrayal

Requirements

• Male and female talent, real medics only (Chicago, suburban, or private practice)

• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Must provide accurate clothing sizes for wardrobe continuity

• Available for one or both filming dates

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

• $25 special ability bump for medics

Casting Call – Stand-In Role for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a stand-in for an upcoming scene. This role requires someone with the same physical build and appearance as the actor to assist with lighting and camera blocking.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during filming to help production set up lighting and camera shots

• Follow directions from the crew to match actor positioning and movements

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’10”–6’0”

• Slim to medium build with brown hair

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Previous extra or stand-in experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, with time and a half after 8 hours

Commercial Casting Call for Non-Speaking Roles

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking men and women ages 10 through 50s of any ethnicity for non-speaking principal roles. This opportunity is open to local talent and does not require prior acting experience, making it ideal for individuals looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming as a principal performer in a commercial

• Take direction from the production team during scenes

• Convey expressions and presence without speaking lines

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 10–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• No acting experience required

• Must be a local resident

• Clear headshot or recent photo (no filters, sunglasses, or hats)

Compensation

• Approximately $400 per day

Background Talent Casting Call

Job Description
Production is seeking background actors ages 25–55 for an upcoming project. All genders and ethnicities are welcome. Talent should present a confident and modern look, with no visible tattoos, and must meet the height requirement of 5’6” or taller.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent during filming

• Maintain professionalism and follow direction from the production team

• Contribute to creating a natural, realistic atmosphere on set

• Be available for the full duration of the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 25–55, all genders and ethnicities

• Minimum height of 5’6”

• Confident, modern appearance

• No visible tattoos

• Reliable and punctual on set

Compensation

• $300 for up to 12 hours

Job Description
A short film titled Whiskey is seeking adult male extras (21+) for non-speaking roles. The story follows a young woman navigating the struggles of addiction and the devastating loss of love to alcoholism. This project is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience and screen credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters authentically in bar and social settings

• Collaborate with the director and crew to create realistic scenes

• Take direction and maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Male actors, 21 years or older

• Comfortable in non-speaking background roles

• Professional, punctual, and reliable

• Bartending experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity

• Meals provided during filming

• Screen credit offered

Casting Call for Youth Detention Teen Girls

Job Description
A production is seeking female talent to portray teen girls in a youth detention scene. This role will capture authentic and compelling performances to bring realism and intensity to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background or featured role in a youth detention setting

• Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure accurate portrayal of character dynamics

• Maintain professionalism and follow on-set instructions throughout filming

Requirements

• Female actors, ages 18–25, who can portray teenagers

• Must be available for a morning call time with a standard wrap

• Comfortable portraying a character in a detention environment

• Reliable, punctual, and committed to the shoot

Compensation

• $175 for a 12-hour day

• Opportunity for a director-selected role and screen credit

Casting Call for Commercial Shoot – Local Calgary Talent

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking non-union local talent in Calgary for an upcoming shoot. The production is looking for men and women to portray relatable and authentic characters in a digital and print campaign that will run across multiple platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional commercial shoot

• Deliver natural and engaging performances on camera

• Work collaboratively with the production team to bring the campaign vision to life

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be local to Calgary, Alberta

• Men, ages 30–35, all ethnicities

• Women, ages 25–30, all ethnicities

• Non-union talent only

• No conflicts with self-storage unit brands

Compensation

• $300 for half-day / $600 for full-day session

• $1,000 usage fee for 2 years (digital, including website, social media, sales sheets, in-house posters – all inclusive)

• Additional 15% agency fee

Casting Call for Militia Men – Diarra From Detroit Season 2

Job Description
A BET+ series is now casting background actors for the role of Militia Men in Diarra From Detroit Season 2. The production is seeking rugged, weathered-looking men to bring authenticity and grit to this storyline.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background actors in militia scenes

• Maintain a tough, rugged presence to enhance the atmosphere of the scene

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure scene continuity

• Contribute to the overall tone and authenticity of the storyline

Requirements

• Caucasian men, ages 18+

• Weathered, rough-around-the-edges appearance

• Men with beards or rugged “redneck” types strongly encouraged to apply

• Must have a rugged lifestyle look and exterior

Compensation

• Paid background role