“CHEF” Vertical Series Casting Call for Restaurant Patrons and Staff
Restaurant Patrons and Staff – Vertical Short Film
Job Description
A new vertical short film titled Chef is casting background actors to portray restaurant patrons and staff in the Midtown Atlanta area near the Botanical Garden. Casting directors are seeking men and women who can bring authentic restaurant energy to screen in a fast-paced dining environment. This is a small-day shoot with paid background roles, ideal for talent looking to build on-set experience in a scripted short film production.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray restaurant patrons or staff in dining scenes
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Follow on-set direction from the production team
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React naturally in a restaurant setting
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Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
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Arrive camera-ready for a full day of production
Requirements
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Men and women, ages 20–50
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Must be local to the Atlanta (Midtown) area
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Available for the scheduled filming day
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Reliable transportation required
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Comfortable working in a restaurant scene environment
Compensation
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$100 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated
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Small-day background role
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One-day filming commitment
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