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Street Performer “Gold Man” Needed for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a street performer known as the “Gold Man” for a visually striking on-camera role. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with experience portraying living statue or street performance characters. The role will be featured in outdoor scenes and requires strong physical presence and character commitment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the iconic “Gold Man” street performer on camera

• Maintain character and physical stillness as required

• Perform in outdoor, public-facing scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

Requirements

• Must be able to convincingly portray a gold-painted street performer

• Comfortable working long hours on set

• Strong physical stamina and character discipline

• Available for fittings and filming

Compensation

• $500 flat rate for eight hours

• Overtime paid after eight hours if applicable

Diner Scene Extras Needed for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to appear in a diner scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for local talent who can help create an authentic, everyday atmosphere. The production is seeking a wide range of ages and looks to reflect a realistic diner setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a diner patron in background scenes

• Perform natural, everyday actions such as eating or conversing silently

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–70s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to the Chicago area or surrounding regions

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard extra rates

Stand-Ins Needed for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A non-union insurance commercial is casting male and female stand-ins for an upcoming production. This paid opportunity is ideal for talent with an athletic build who closely match specific physical requirements. Stand-ins play a key role in lighting, blocking, and camera setup, working closely with the production team throughout the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actors during setup and rehearsals

• Match height, build, and general appearance for lighting and camera blocking

• Follow detailed direction from the director and crew

• Remain available and professional throughout the filming day

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–35

• Caucasian

• Athletic build

Compensation

• $350 per day

House Staff Roles Needed for Vertical Streaming Series

Job Description
A short-form streaming series is casting men to portray house staff in villa scenes. This non-union background opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professionally produced vertical series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray house staff in villa interior scenes

• Perform background actions as directed

• Follow instructions from the director and production team

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Men ages 25–50

• Comfortable portraying household staff roles

• Reliable and able to follow direction

• Must be comfortable with direct deposit payment

Compensation

• $100 per day

Maid Roles Needed for Vertical Streaming Series

Job Description
A vertical short-form streaming series is casting women to portray maids in scripted scenes. This non-union project is filming in a villa setting and is seeking talent comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. These are background-style roles that help bring realism and atmosphere to interior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a maid in villa-based scenes

• Perform light background action as directed

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain a professional and reliable presence on set

Requirements

• Women ages 20–50

• Comfortable portraying household staff

• Available for one or more filming days

• Must be comfortable with direct deposit payment

Compensation

• $100 per day

Female Photo Double Needed for Television Series

Job Description
A non-union television production is casting a female photo double for an upcoming series. This background role is ideal for performers who closely resemble the principal actor in body type and hair appearance. Talent must be able to commit to a long filming day and work professionally on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor

• Match physical appearance, posture, and movement for scenes

• Follow precise direction from the production and camera team

• Remain available on set for extended periods as needed

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–30

• Height between 5’3” and 5’6”

• Approximately 125 lbs

• Medium brown, long hair similar in color and style

• Strong physical resemblance to the actor being doubled

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 12 hours

• Non-union background role

Marching Band Members Needed for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is seeking several members of a real marching band to appear in an on-camera scene. This opportunity is open to current or recently active marching band performers and offers a unique chance for both individual musicians and school programs to participate in a professional production. Partial bands are welcome, with performers featured together as a group.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a marching band member in a filmed scene

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Perform coordinated marching or band-related movements

• Maintain professionalism and teamwork on set

Requirements

• Current or recently active marching band members

• Open to individual performers or small groups

• Ability to perform basic marching band movements

• Comfortable appearing on camera as part of a group

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Individual performers compensated

• School programs may also receive compensation

Lab Workers Needed for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting multiple lab workers to appear in investigative and procedural scenes. These roles help support the storytelling through realistic background action and visual performance in a professional filming environment. No scripted dialogue is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a forensic lab worker in reenactment scenes

• Perform realistic lab-related background and featured actions

• Follow direction for visual and procedural storytelling

• Maintain a professional and focused on-set presence

Requirements

• Male or female, any ethnicity

• Comfortable performing non-speaking, visual roles

• Able to follow direction and work in a structured filming environment

Compensation

• $125 per day

Yale PD #1 – Police Officer Role

Job Description
A non-union true crime series is casting a male actor to portray a police officer in reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in investigation scenes

• Follow direction for procedural action

• Maintain a professional on-screen presence

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity

• Fit build

Compensation

• $100 for two scenes

Jennifer – Perpetrator’s Fiancé Role

Job Description
Casting a female actor to portray the fiancé of a perpetrator in a true crime reenactment. This role appears in emotionally contextual scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a concerned or conflicted partner

• Follow visual storytelling direction

• Perform non-speaking dramatic scenes

Requirements

• White female

• Brown hair

Compensation

• $75 for one scene

Larry – Red Herring Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray a suspicious red herring character. This role adds tension and misdirection to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an unsettling or suspicious character

• Perform visually expressive scenes

• Follow direction for dramatic storytelling

Requirements

• White male, ages 40s–50s

• Average build with dark hair

• Comfortable portraying an uncomfortable or creepy character

Compensation

• $135 per day

Jonathan – Victim’s Fiancé Role

Job Description
Casting a male actor to portray the fiancé of a victim in a true crime reenactment. This role appears in emotionally driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grieving or concerned partner

• Participate in dramatic reenactment scenes

• Follow visual performance direction

Requirements

• White male

• Brown hair, clean-cut appearance

Compensation

• $75 for one scene