Documentary Casting Call for Background Extras

Background Extras for Cleveland Documentary

Job Description
A documentary production is now casting background extras for a two-day shoot filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Casting directors are seeking local talent interested in appearing in documentary-style scenes for a professional production.

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring background actors and local performers looking to gain on-set experience in a documentary project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in documentary scenes
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain professionalism during filming
• Be available for assigned production scheduling
• Participate in natural, realistic background performances

Requirements

• Must work local to the Cleveland, Ohio area
• Comfortable working as background talent on camera
• Reliable and professional applicants encouraged to apply
• Must be available for one scheduled filming day
• Flexible availability preferred during the production window

Compensation

• $50 flat rate
• Approximately 2–4 hours of work

Restaurant Patrons for Docufilm “Helen and Edgar”

Job Description
The non-union docufilm Helen and Edgar is now casting background actors to portray restaurant patrons for scenes filming in Midway, Georgia, just south of Savannah. Directed by George Dawes Green and Kristjan Thor, the project tells a Southern Gothic story set in the 1960s. Casting directors are seeking men and women with natural, period-appropriate looks for this paid filming opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Participate in 1960s-themed scenes and atmosphere
• Arrive camera-ready with natural hair and appearance

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–80
• Open ethnicity
• Must have a natural look appropriate for the 1960s period
• No visible tattoos preferred
• Must be able to work local to Midway, Georgia
• Reliable transportation required
• Professional attitude and reliability expected

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity
• Work on a professionally produced docufilm project

Featured Background Actors for Historical Film

Job Description
A historical documentary film is seeking featured background actors to portray individuals from the Revolutionary War era. This project will highlight the lives of patriots, loyalists, and civilians, offering actors the chance to be part of a meaningful and educational production with strong storytelling elements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historical characters in reenactment scenes
• Follow direction from the production and historical consultants
• Maintain authenticity in performance and movement
• Participate in multiple filming days if required
• Contribute to immersive and accurate storytelling

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–45
• Caucasian
• Ability to portray historical roles authentically
• Comfortable working in period-style productions
• Must be available for filming in Virginia

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Featured role in a historical documentary
• On-screen credit and industry experience
• Opportunity to work on an educational film project