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Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors with Pilot Experience or Pilot Look for Internal Video

Job Description
An internal client project is seeking individuals with real or simulated cockpit experience to portray pilots in a professional video shoot. While no actual flying will take place, the production values authenticity—whether you’ve flown before or simply look the part. This is a one-day shoot with a full buyout, and footage will not be used externally.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a pilot in a cockpit setting for internal corporate video

  • Follow production direction to maintain professional realism

  • Wear wardrobe and assume postures consistent with real pilots

  • Contribute to the authenticity of a technical, aviation-focused shoot

Requirements

  • Ages 40s–50s, all genders and ethnicities

  • Must live locally in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (no travel provided)

  • Former military, commercial, instructional, or airline pilots preferred

  • Experience in a cockpit strongly preferred but not required if you look the part

  • Must submit current photo and a summary of relevant aviation experience

Compensation

  • $850 for one-day shoot

  • Full buyout, no external usage

  • Paid role for internal video production

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Townspeople Extras for TV Series Scene

Job Description
A scripted television series is seeking background talent to portray townspeople in an upcoming scene. This is a fun and engaging shoot, perfect for those looking to gain on-set experience or add to their background acting resume. The production is especially looking for women in their 20s–30s to be part of a group, as well as older women in their 60s–80s. The call time will be later in the morning or early afternoon.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray townspeople in a lively, small-town scene

  • Follow direction and maintain continuity during filming

  • React naturally in background to support lead action

  • Contribute to the energy and realism of the environment

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 18–80s welcome

  • Especially seeking females ages 20s–30s and 60s–80s

  • Must be local to the filming area and available for weekday shoot

  • Submit a recent photo and complete contact information for consideration

Compensation

  • Paid background role (rate provided upon booking)

  • Professional on-set experience with TV production team

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Extras for Sports Banquet Scene – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is now casting extras to appear in a scripted sports banquet scene. This non-union background role is perfect for those looking to gain on-set experience in a dramatic television setting. The scene will involve group shots and natural reactions in a banquet-style environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a guest in a sports banquet setting

  • React naturally in background as scripted events unfold

  • Follow direction to ensure proper continuity and positioning

  • Help create an authentic banquet atmosphere

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Must be available for a weekday shoot

Compensation

  • $75 for a single-day shoot

  • No travel compensation

  • Paid background role in a network true crime series

$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Modeling

Baby Boys Needed for National Product Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial campaign is seeking baby boys for an upcoming product shoot. This is a great opportunity for parents of infants to get their little ones featured in a paid production. The project is casting babies between the ages of 2 to 8 months and is open to families based in Georgia who are within driving distance of Atlanta. All shoot dates require full availability, and this is an in-person production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a professional on-set photo or video shoot

  • Follow direction from production team (with parent/guardian present at all times)

  • Remain calm and camera-ready during the scheduled shoot time

Requirements

  • Baby boys ages 2–8 months

  • Must live in Georgia and be within driving distance of Atlanta

  • Full availability required for all scheduled shoot dates

  • Parent or legal guardian must be present during production

  • Must submit recent baby photos and basic information via the provided form

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)

  • Participation in a national product campaign

$$

Actress for Role of Nurse #2 – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A non-union true crime television series is casting for the role of Nurse #2, a featured medical staff member in a scripted reenactment. This role offers a great opportunity for young actresses to appear in a professionally produced crime series portraying a calm and capable hospital worker.

Job Responsibilities

  • Act as a nurse in a medical reenactment scene

  • Support dramatic storytelling through realistic reactions and performance

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain consistency throughout the shoot

  • Contribute to the atmosphere of a tense, scripted medical setting

Requirements

  • Female, age 20s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be available for a weekday shoot

Compensation

  • $135 for a single-day shoot

  • No travel compensation

  • Paid role in a true crime reenactment series

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Twin Sisters for Netflix TV Series

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is open for real-life twin sisters to join the cast of an upcoming Netflix television series. This scripted production is searching for fresh talent to portray principal roles in a dynamic storyline that features dance, drama, and distinctive personalities. No previous acting experience is required—just a commitment to character, chemistry, and authenticity. Selected talent will rehearse and shoot in Toronto with full accommodations and pay provided.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray one of two lead twin characters in a scripted series

  • Participate in scheduled rehearsals and production shoots

  • Collaborate with the cast and creative team to deliver authentic, engaging performances

  • Optional: Demonstrate dance skills as part of the characters’ involvement in a school dance team

Requirements

  • Must be real twin sisters

  • Must be 18 or older at the start of rehearsals

  • Can be based in the U.S., Canada, U.K., or Australia

  • Must be able to perform a flawless neutral American accent

  • Dancing experience is a plus but not mandatory

  • Must be fully available from August to February for rehearsals and shooting

  • Must be willing to travel and stay in Toronto during the production period (visa and housing provided if cast)

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

  • Travel, housing, and visa support included

$

Actor for Role of Grocery Store Customer – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting talent for a featured background role as a grocery store customer. This non-union role is perfect for performers seeking on-camera experience in a realistic, everyday setting. The scene involves limited action and will be filmed during a short shoot block.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a customer in a grocery store setting during a scripted reenactment

  • React naturally within the scene to support realism

  • Follow on-set direction to ensure continuity and timing

  • Maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

  • Open to adults of any gender and ethnicity

  • Must be available for a weekday shoot

  • Submit current, unedited snapshots (shoulders up and full body), height, weight, and location

Compensation

  • $75 for a single-day shoot

  • No travel compensation

  • Paid background role in a non-union crime series

$$

Actress for Role of Nurse Vicki – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting for the role of Nurse Vicki, a key supporting character in a medical scene. This role requires a mature actress capable of portraying professionalism and compassion in a hospital setting. Medical experience is appreciated but not required. This is a featured role with limited scenes and strong on-screen visibility.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a nurse in a scripted medical reenactment scene

  • Deliver a calm, professional presence appropriate for a hospital setting

  • Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity in performance

  • Contribute to the realism and pacing of dramatic crime-related scenarios

Requirements

  • Female, age 40s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be available for a weekday shoot

  • Submit current, unfiltered photos, height, weight, and location

  • Medical experience is a plus but not mandatory

Compensation

  • $150 for one day of filming

  • No travel compensation

  • Paid featured role in a true crime television series

$$

Male Actor for Role of Officer #1 – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting for the role of Officer #1, a fit and authoritative figure involved in limited but impactful scenes. This role offers on-screen presence in a dramatized law enforcement setting, ideal for actors looking to build credits in crime television content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a uniformed officer in staged reenactment scenes

  • Deliver a confident, professional on-camera presence

  • Follow direction and maintain continuity throughout filming

  • Contribute to the intensity and realism of scripted law enforcement sequences

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 30s–40s

  • Fit build with a strong and commanding look

  • Available for scheduled weekday filming

  • Must provide unedited photos and physical stats with submission

Compensation

  • $135 for a single-day shoot

  • No travel compensation

  • Paid role in a true crime network series

$

Actress for Role of Neighbor – True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting a Black female actress for the role of a neighbor in a dramatized crime scene. This non-union role features limited scenes and is ideal for performers looking to build credits in television reenactments. The character plays a supportive background presence in a pivotal episode moment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a neighbor in a dramatic reenactment scene

  • React naturally to scripted action within limited screen time

  • Follow direction to support scene realism and continuity

  • Maintain professionalism on a fast-paced set

Requirements

  • Black female, any age

  • Must be comfortable participating in a crime-focused reenactment

  • Available for a short, scheduled shoot day

  • Must submit recent, unedited photos and physical stats

Compensation

  • $75 for a single-day shoot

  • Paid non-union role in a network true crime series

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