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College Students, Parents, and Grandparents – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray college students, parents, and grandparents in campus and family-related scenes. This opportunity is open to Westchester County locals who can bring authenticity and realism to everyday moments featured in the series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray college students, parents, or grandparents in background scenes

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

  • Appear natural and engaged in campus or family environments

  • Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

  • Westchester County locals only

  • Ages 18 and older

  • All genders and ethnicities welcome

  • Comfortable portraying everyday student or family roles

  • Must be fully available for filming as scheduled

  • Must be able to provide valid identification for payment purposes

Compensation

  • $187 for up to 10 hours

  • Non-union background role

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Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Acting

Real Female Veterans for PSA

Job Description
A public service announcement is casting real female veterans for an upcoming PSA. This project is seeking authentic, confident women who can represent real-life experience and bring honesty and credibility to an on-camera message. This is a paid opportunity filming locally.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as yourself in a PSA production

  • Share natural presence and authentic expressions on screen

  • Follow simple direction from the production team

  • Participate professionally during filming

Requirements

  • Real female veterans

  • Caucasian women, ages 35–55

  • Comfortable appearing on camera in a PSA setting

  • Must be able to work as a local hire

  • Based in or able to work locally within Broward County

Compensation

  • $1,200 flat rate

  • Minus agency fee

  • Paid PSA role

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West Virginia Locals for Paid Winter Lifestyle Commercial

Job Description
A paid lifestyle commercial is casting real West Virginia residents to tell authentic winter stories that celebrate family, community, and outdoor adventure. This project highlights genuine moments like sledding, snowy play, cozy cabin scenes, hiking, and scenic winter landscapes. The production is looking for locals who naturally embody the warmth, spirit, and beauty of West Virginia life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in lifestyle scenes set in winter environments

  • Participate in authentic activities such as outdoor play, family moments, and cozy cabin experiences

  • Follow simple direction while remaining natural and unscripted

  • Work collaboratively with a small production team

Requirements

  • West Virginia residents only (local hire required)

  • Open to individuals, couples, families, grandparents, and children of all ages

  • Comfortable being outdoors in winter conditions

  • Must feel natural, relatable, and authentic on camera

  • Must be based in or connected to West Virginia communities

Compensation

  • Paid roles

  • Half-day rates (details shared upon selection)

  • 1–2 days of filming

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Party Goers – Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray stylish party guests at an upscale birthday celebration. This role is perfect for performers who can bring energy, personality, and a high-end social vibe to lively party scenes featuring music industry and high-profile guests.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray party guests at an upscale birthday event

  • React naturally in social and music-driven scenes

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

  • Bring confident, fun, and expressive energy on camera

Requirements

  • Men and women, ages 18 and up

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Fashion-forward, polished, or country-chic looks welcome

  • Comfortable in lively party environments

  • Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • $182 for up to 12 hours

  • Paid background acting role

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Touring Road Crew – Background Actors for Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is casting background actors to portray a touring road crew for a professional band. This role is ideal for performers who can realistically represent behind-the-scenes crew members in a fast-paced music video environment. The project is client-selected and requires full-day availability.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a touring road crew member in music video scenes

  • Lift, move, and handle equipment such as road cases and instruments

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

  • Work efficiently in an active, production-style environment

Requirements

  • Male and female performers

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Ages 30–50

  • Physically capable of lifting and moving equipment

  • Comfortable portraying stage crew or roadie roles

  • Experience as stage crew preferred but not required

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, TN area

  • Full-day availability required

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 10 hours

  • Paid for the full day even if wrapped early

  • Non-union background role

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Football Podcasters & Sports Commentators for Commercial

Job Description
A global sportswear brand is casting football podcasters and sports commentators for a paid commercial campaign. This role is designed for real voices in the football world who can bring credibility, energy, and authentic commentary style to a professional on-camera production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a football podcaster or sports commentator

  • Deliver natural, engaging sports commentary

  • Follow creative direction while maintaining an authentic voice and tone

  • Represent football culture with confidence and professionalism

Requirements

  • Real football podcasters or sports commentators

  • Strong on-camera presence and clear speaking voice

  • Deep knowledge of football culture and commentary style

  • Comfortable performing in a commercial production setting

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

Compensation

  • Paid commercial role

  • Professional exposure with a global sportswear brand

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Supporting Male Actor for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a strong supporting male actor for a physically demanding role. This character-driven project is seeking an athletic performer who can bring intensity, realism, and presence to the screen. The role is ideal for actors with combat sports experience and a confident on-camera demeanor.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform a supporting role in a feature-length film

  • Execute physical movement and action-based scenes safely and convincingly

  • Take direction from the director and stunt or movement team

  • Maintain character consistency and professionalism throughout production

Requirements

  • Male actors, ages 18–29

  • White performers with blond or light brown hair

  • Minimum height of 6 feet

  • Approximate weight: 200 lbs (90 kg)

  • Athletic build and strong physical conditioning

  • Wrestling and/or MMA experience preferred

  • Able to perform a U.S. accent

  • Based in the UK, EU, or U.S.

  • Must hold a valid passport with at least 12 months remaining

  • SAG-AFTRA contract

Compensation

  • Paid supporting role

  • SAG-AFTRA union contract

$$$

Real Mariachi Band for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a real mariachi band to appear in an upcoming advertising campaign for a food brand. This opportunity is ideal for established bands with authentic style, strong stage presence, and professional performance experience. The project highlights live music, culture, and on-camera energy.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a real mariachi band in a commercial setting

  • Play live music on camera with authenticity and confidence

  • Follow creative direction during filming and promotional appearances

  • Represent mariachi culture professionally and respectfully

Requirements

  • Real, established mariachi band

  • Minimum of 3 band members (larger groups welcome)

  • Proven performance or band experience

  • Comfortable appearing on camera for a commercial production

  • Able to work together as a cohesive group

Compensation

  • $10,000 total group pay if selected

  • Includes one full shoot day and one half-day promotional appearance

  • Paid commercial opportunity

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Actors for Independent Short Film

Job Description
An independent proof-of-concept short film for an upcoming feature is casting two lead actors for a performance-driven project. This production focuses on raw, character-centered storytelling and is ideal for experienced actors who thrive in improvisational work. The film explores communication, power, and vulnerability in unfamiliar environments, requiring strong instincts and emotional range.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform lead roles in a dialogue-light, character-focused short film

  • Improvise within structured story scenarios

  • Act phonetically in an unfamiliar language as required by the script

  • Collaborate closely with a minimal cast and crew

  • Perform in remote outdoor locations while maintaining character authenticity

Requirements

  • Strong improvisation skills required

  • Ability to act phonetically in a non-native or unfamiliar language

  • Comfortable working with a minimal crew and remote filming locations

  • Must be adaptable, professional, and reliable on set

  • Ability to perform physical actions as required by the role

Available Roles

  • Gabby: Female, ages 35–45. Confident and professional, sophisticated yet out of her element. Accustomed to control and challenged when that control slips away.

  • Ed: Male, ages 65–75. A rural legend who suffers no fools. Hands-on, grounded, and resilient. Must be able to drive safely and perform light physical work.

Compensation

  • Paid acting roles

  • Short-term shoot commitment

  • Professional experience on an independent film project

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead & Supporting Roles for Paid Mini Series

Job Description
A paid, non-union mini series is now casting strong lead and supporting actors for an upcoming scripted production. This character-driven project is seeking talented performers who can bring emotional depth, authenticity, and range to complex roles across multiple episodes. Local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for a serialized mini series

  • Collaborate with directors, producers, and fellow cast members

  • Bring consistency, emotional range, and professionalism to each role

  • Attend required rehearsals, fittings, and filming days

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities, depending on role

  • Strong acting skills and on-camera presence

  • Ability to portray layered, character-driven story arcs

  • Must be local or able to work as a local hire

Available Roles

  • Taylor Parker: Black female, late 20s–30s. A masculine-presenting filmmaker facing self-doubt, money stress, and the pressure to prove herself.

  • Zeek Morris: Black male, late 20s–30s. A brilliant producer driven by ambition, success, and respect at any cost.

  • Dream: Black female, late 20s–30s. Funny, impulsive free spirit searching for love, purpose, and stability.

  • Morgan: Any ethnicity, late 20s. Seductive situationship—intense, unpredictable, and emotionally messy.

  • Boss Lady: Female, any ethnicity, 30s–40s. Powerful label executive who turns opportunity into control.

  • Executive: White male, 40s–50s. Respected insider whose interest in Zeek becomes dangerously personal.

  • Calvin: Black male, 50s–60s. Kind janitor with quiet wisdom who recognizes talent early.

  • Kash: Male, any ethnicity, mid-20s–30s. Charming new romantic interest with hidden trouble beneath the surface.

Compensation

  • Paid, non-union roles

  • Professional on-set experience in a scripted mini series

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