Extra Jobs in New York, New York

Dexter: Resurrection Background Casting Call

Job Description

Dexter: Resurrection is now casting non-union background actors for paid work in Manhattan, New York. Production is seeking individuals to portray witnesses, suspects, and other precinct-related characters in police station interior scenes. This is a summer interiors shoot for the highly anticipated television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic background characters in police precinct scenes
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Participate in interior law enforcement-themed scenes

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Must be able to portray one of the following:
  • Witnesses
  • Suspects
  • Other precinct-related types
• Comfortable working in a police station setting
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Rate will be provided by casting

Black Speech Attendees for HBO Series

Job Description

An HBO television series is now casting background actors to portray Black speech attendees in upcoming scenes filming in New York City. This period production is seeking performers who can authentically represent the late 19th-century setting while helping bring historical event scenes to life.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a critically acclaimed television series and gain experience on a major period drama production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray attendees at a historical public speech event
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain period-appropriate appearance throughout filming
• Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
• Help create an authentic historical atmosphere on set

Requirements

• Black performers of all genders
• Comfortable working around atmospheric smoke
• No allergies to wool
• No visible tattoos
• No visible piercings that cannot be removed during filming
• Natural nails only; no acrylic nails, gel polish, gel extensions, or square-shaped nails
• Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting before filming
• Must provide valid identification and complete employment documentation

For Male Talent:

• Must have some length to hair
• No buzzcuts, fades, modern undercuts, twists, or contemporary hairstyles
• Must be willing to receive a period-appropriate haircut and/or facial hair adjustment if required

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours of filming
• $46.75 for a 2.5-hour fitting
• Opportunity to work on a major HBO series
• Professional television production experience

Netflix’s “The Woods” Background Casting Call

Job Description

Netflix’s The Woods is now casting non-speaking background actors for multiple roles filming in Diamond Point, New York, near the Lake George area. Production is seeking adults to portray a variety of 1960s and 1970s period characters for scenes set during a summer season. Selected talent must be available for full-day filming commitments and required wardrobe fittings before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a Netflix television series
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Participate in required period wardrobe fittings
• Maintain authentic 1960s and 1970s character appearances
• Be available for full-day and evening filming schedules

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent
• Must attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Full-day availability required
• Able to accommodate early morning call times and potential late-night filming

Casting is seeking:

• 1970s Upscale Wealthy Garden Party Guests
• 1970s Artistic Garden Party Guests
• House Staff (Maids, Servers, Kitchen Staff)
• Groundskeepers and Landscaper Types
• Boat Crew and Handlers (must be comfortable working on a lake and in shallow water)

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Members: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-Union Talent: $187 for 10 hours

Hospital Background Actors

Job Description

A television series is seeking non-union background actors to portray hospital staff, patients, and visitors in upcoming scenes filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for reliable performers who can help create an authentic hospital environment for the production.

This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital personnel, patients, or visitors in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Help create a realistic hospital atmosphere on set
• Arrive prepared and ready for production activities

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Comfortable working in a hospital-themed production environment
• Professional attitude and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable and punctual
• Available for filming in New York City
• Able to participate in background scenes for television production

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted TV series

Upscale Literary Types for “SLIP”

Job Description

A production is seeking upscale non-union talent to portray sophisticated literary types for the project SLIP. Casting directors are looking for individuals who embody a creative, cultured, intellectual, and stylish aesthetic reminiscent of exclusive literary and artistic circles. Ideal candidates can authentically portray accomplished writers, artists, academics, publishers, and tastemakers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale literary and creative professionals on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Help create an authentic high-end intellectual social environment
• Maintain professionalism throughout fittings and filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent
• Creative, cultured, intellectual appearance
• Sophisticated and stylish personal aesthetic
• Able to portray writers, artists, academics, publishers, or tastemakers
• Comfortable working on a professional production set
• Available for both fitting and filming dates

Compensation

• Paid non-union opportunity

Hip Hop Scene Extras

Job Description

A commercial production for the New York Latino Film Festival is seeking extras for a hip-hop-inspired scene featuring a rap cypher set on a city block. Casting directors are looking for energetic individuals who can authentically represent the style, attitude, and culture of the 1990s hip-hop era.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a rap cypher scene
• Help create an authentic street and community atmosphere
• Follow direction from production staff
• Participate in featured crowd scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 30s
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Must be able to portray authentic 1990s-inspired style
• Bring your best 90s-inspired look
• Must be based in New York

Compensation

• Paid extra role
• Featured appearance in NYLFF commercial

Pier Scene Extras

Job Description

A New York Latino Film Festival commercial is casting extras for a scene inspired by queer life on New York City’s piers during the 1980s. Casting directors are seeking diverse individuals who can help authentically recreate this important cultural moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a featured pier scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Contribute to an authentic recreation of 1980s New York culture
• Participate in crowd and atmosphere scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18–40
• Couples and individuals welcome
• Dancers encouraged to apply
• LGBTQIA+ talent encouraged
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Must be based in New York

Compensation

• Paid extra role
• Featured scene in NYLFF commercial

Real Golfers for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking experienced real golfers for a featured opportunity filming in Glen Head, New York. Casting directors are looking for individuals who actively play golf, have their own clubs and golf bags, and can authentically portray golfers on screen. Transportation from Manhattan may be available for selected talent if needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a golfer in scenes for a television series
• Bring personal golf clubs and golf bag to set
• Follow direction from the production team
• Perform authentic golf-related actions during filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production day

Requirements

• Experienced golfer
• Must own golf clubs and a golf bag
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to follow on-set direction
• Available for filming in Glen Head, New York
• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid television production opportunity
• Transportation from Manhattan may be available if needed

Upscale Restaurant Patrons for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking non-union background actors to portray sophisticated and stylish restaurant patrons in an upscale dining environment. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring an elegant and polished presence to a featured restaurant scene in a scripted television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant guests in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Interact naturally within a fine dining setting.
• Be available for the full filming schedule as assigned.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Must be able to portray sophisticated, polished restaurant patrons.
• Comfortable working in a background acting role.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Reliable and punctual for production call times.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Experience working on a television series production.
• Opportunity to gain on-set experience and industry credits.

1940s Town Residents for Horror Film

Job Description

A horror film is seeking background actors to portray authentic 1940s town residents in scenes filming throughout Central and Capital Region New York. Casting directors are looking for individuals of all backgrounds who can help bring a period setting to life. This is a paid background acting opportunity for performers interested in working on a feature film production and portraying characters from the 1940s era.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1940s town resident in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain period-appropriate appearance and continuity
• Participate in multiple takes as needed
• Help create an authentic historical atmosphere on screen

Requirements

• Open to all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds
• Comfortable working around theatrical smoke
• No wool allergies
• Willing to have a period-appropriate haircut if required
• Able to portray characters from the 1940s era
• Reliable and professional on set
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Central and Capital Region areas of New York

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours
• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a feature horror film production
• Potential for multiple filming days during production