Atlanta Extras Casting call for Family Members

Corporate Professionals and Family Members for Background Roles

Job Description

A production is seeking background actors to portray distinguished corporate professionals, business executives, white-collar workers, and family members in Senoia, Georgia. Corporate roles are open to talent of all ethnicities, while family roles are seeking Caucasian men and women who can portray relatives of an actor. Selected performers may also have opportunities to work additional production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray corporate professionals, business types, white-collar workers, or family members in background scenes.
• Perform naturally and authentically according to the assigned character type.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming.
• Be prepared for potential additional filming days.

Requirements

• Corporate and business roles: Men and women ages 20s–70s.
• Corporate and business roles are open to all ethnicities.
• Family member roles: Caucasian men and women ages 18–70s.
• Must convincingly portray the assigned professional or family character.
• Must be available to work in Senoia, Georgia.
• Reliable and comfortable following direction on a professional production set.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Latina Wife and Mother for Featured TV Role

Job Description

A television production is seeking a classy Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman to portray a wife and mother in her 50s for a paid, non-speaking featured role. Casting is looking for women ages 47–59 who can bring a polished, authentic, and natural presence to the character. The role requires two filming days plus a separate still photography shoot and is open to talent local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wife and mother in a featured, non-speaking television role.
• Deliver natural reactions and expressions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character and continuity across multiple filming days.
• Participate in a separate still photography shoot.
• Work professionally during extended production hours, including overnight filming.

Requirements

• Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman.
• Ages 47–59.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a wife and mother in her 50s.
• Polished, classy, and natural on-camera presence.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for two filming days and one still photography shoot.
• Acting experience is welcomed but not required.
• Comfortable working an overnight production schedule.

Compensation

• This is a paid non-speaking featured role.

Male Background Actors for Special Suit Roles

Job Description

A production is seeking male background actors to portray characters requiring special wardrobe suits for filming in Senoia, Georgia. This paid casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities, ages 20s–40s, who meet the required height and weight specifications for the production’s specialty costumes. Selected performers may have the opportunity to return for multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in scenes requiring specialized wardrobe suits.
• Wear production-provided specialty costumes during filming.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available for potential additional production days.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’10”.
• Must weigh 180 lbs. or less.
• Must be able to comfortably fit into the production’s special suits.
• Must be able to work in Senoia, Georgia.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Correctional Officer Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is seeking men and women to portray correctional officers in upcoming prison scenes filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for performers who can authentically portray professional correctional officers and authority figures. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a correctional officer in prison scenes for a television production.
• Perform naturally as an authority figure within a correctional facility setting.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting as required by production.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be able to authentically portray a correctional officer.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working in prison-themed scenes.
• Must be professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Children and Teen Background Actors for Limited Series

Job Description

A new limited television series inspired by the true story of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster is seeking children and teens to work as paid background actors in Atlanta, Georgia. Young performers will help recreate everyday life from the 1970s through the late 1980s, appearing in scenes involving families, neighborhoods, schools, community events, airports, celebrations, memorials, and crowds. A variety of ages, looks, and personalities are encouraged, and previous acting or on-set experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in scenes set during the 1970s and 1980s.
• Help create authentic family, school, neighborhood, and community environments.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and focus while working on a professional set.
• Participate in wardrobe fittings when booked and required.
• Perform naturally alongside other background actors and cast members.

Requirements

• Open to children and teens.
• No previous acting or on-set experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera in period-specific scenes.
• Must be able to follow production instructions and on-set direction.
• Minors will work only the hours legally permitted for their age.

Compensation

• $182 for 10 hours of filming.
• $28 for a 2-hour fitting.
• Rate still applies when minors work fewer hours due to legal working-hour restrictions.

Experienced Stand-Ins for Limited Series

Job Description

A limited television series is seeking experienced stand-ins ages 18 and older for filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid stand-in casting opportunity is specifically geared toward performers with previous professional stand-in experience who understand the consistency, reliability, and technical demands of the position. Previous photo double experience is also valuable. Selected stand-ins may work anywhere from a single production day to recurring assignments throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a professional stand-in for principal cast members during production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with blocking, framing, lighting, and technical preparation.
• Accurately maintain assigned marks and positioning between takes and setups.
• Follow instructions from the directing, camera, lighting, and production teams.
• Maintain consistent availability and professional on-set conduct.
• Be prepared for potential recurring work throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous professional stand-in experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous photo double experience is a plus.
• Must understand the responsibilities and expectations of professional stand-in work.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and comfortable working extended production days.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Flexible availability is highly preferred, particularly for performers interested in recurring stand-in work.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours.

College Student Background Actors for New TV Series

Job Description

A new television series is seeking talent of all genders who can portray college students for paid background acting roles in Atlanta, Georgia. Selected performers will help create an authentic college environment while working alongside a professional television production team. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors and performers looking to gain valuable on-set experience. Use casting code: COLLEGE when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in background scenes for a new television series.
• Perform naturally in campus and college-related scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared to work for the required duration of assigned scenes.

Requirements

• Open to all genders.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a college student.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Comfortable appearing on camera as a background performer.
• Able to follow on-set instructions and work effectively with other cast members.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Experienced Female Stand-In for “Untitled Rodeo Project”

Job Description

The streaming series “Untitled Rodeo Project” is seeking an experienced female stand-in for an overnight production in the Atlanta area. Casting is looking for a Caucasian woman with light to medium brown hair who closely matches the requested physical profile. Previous professional stand-in experience is required for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during production.
• Assist with camera blocking, lighting, and scene preparation.
• Accurately follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and scene setups.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout the overnight shoot.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Caucasian.
• Height approximately 5’4″–5’7″.
• Thin to medium build.
• Light to medium brown hair.
• Previous stand-in experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Douglasville, Georgia area.
• Comfortable working a late afternoon/evening call through early morning.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime pay after 12 hours, if applicable.

Bar Employee for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking an adult background actor to portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking role calls for talent who can naturally recreate the movements and interactions of an employee working in a bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform realistic workplace and background actions.
• Interact naturally with other performers when directed.
• Follow production instructions regarding blocking and continuity.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to adult talent.
• Comfortable portraying a bar employee on camera.
• Able to perform natural background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Police Officer for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is casting a non-union male background actor to portray a police officer in an upcoming true crime recreation scene. The role requires talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement and maintain a professional, authoritative presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scripted recreation scenes.
• Perform realistic law enforcement background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow movement, blocking, and positioning instructions.
• Maintain an appropriate professional presence while in character.
• Preserve continuity throughout multiple takes.

Requirements

• Black male talent.
• Late 20s–40s.
• Fit to average build.
• Must convincingly portray a police officer.
• Comfortable working in a true crime recreation production.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Neighbor for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen true crime recreation series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a background actor to portray a neighbor for upcoming filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking recreation role is ideal for talent who can deliver natural reactions and believable background performances in dramatic true crime scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in true crime recreation scenes.
• Perform natural reactions and background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity between takes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Ages 30 and older.
• Comfortable appearing in dramatic true crime recreation scenes.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Times Square Background Actors for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is casting non-union background actors to portray various Times Square types for exterior filming in Manhattan. This opportunity is seeking performers who can bring authentic New York energy, individuality, and natural crowd movement to scenes set in one of the city’s busiest locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Times Square pedestrian or local character.
• Participate in exterior crowd and street scenes.
• Perform natural movements and interactions based on production direction.
• Maintain continuity and positioning throughout filming.
• Work cooperatively with the cast, crew, and other background actors.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have full-day availability with no conflicts.
• Comfortable filming exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Able to bring a natural and distinctive presence to Times Square scenes.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.