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Casting Call for Clothing Line Promo Video

Job Description
A clothing line promo video is looking for talent for a fun and quick shoot. The production seeks one male security bodyguard and six actors or models to portray reporters (male and female).

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a security bodyguard or reporter in a promotional video
  • Follow the director’s guidance on set
  • Wear appropriate attire for the role

Requirements

  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Age range: 18-50 years old
  • Must wear a business blazer or business outfit
  • Must be available for a 1-2 hour shoot

Compensation

  • $75 flat rate
  • Filming in Atlanta

Casting Background Talent for TV Series – Dystopian Community Roles

Job Description
A TV series is seeking non-union background actors to portray unique individuals in a dystopian community. The production is looking for new faces who have not previously worked on the project. This is a great opportunity for those interested in immersive world-building and professional on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background actor in a dystopian-themed TV series
  • Work with the costume department to ensure proper wardrobe fitting
  • Follow directions from the production team to create an authentic environment
  • Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 25+
  • Must have short, natural hair color
  • No visible tattoos
  • Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S. and have proper I-9 verification documents
  • Must be non-union
  • Full availability for the scheduled shoot and costume fitting
  • Submit recent photos that reflect the casting look (no professional headshots)

Compensation

  • $140 for 8 hours (non-union rate)
  • $35 for costume fitting (2 hours)
  • Professional experience in a high-quality TV production

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Casting Kasey Role for Crime Docuseries

Job Description
A crime docuseries on a major network is seeking an actress to portray Kasey in a scripted reenactment. The role requires an actress who is comfortable wearing a fake pregnant belly for the scene. This is a great opportunity to gain on-camera experience in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Kasey in a scripted reenactment scene
  • Wear a fake pregnant belly to match the character’s role
  • Follow direction from the production team to deliver a natural and realistic performance
  • Maintain professionalism and strong on-camera presence

Requirements

  • Female, white, ages 30s-40s
  • Must be comfortable wearing a fake pregnant belly
  • Strong ability to take direction and perform naturally on camera
  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot

Compensation

  • $75/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend)
  • Professional experience in a network crime docuseries
  • Opportunity to work with an experienced production team
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Background Talent for Non-Union Promo Shoot

Job Description
A non-union promo shoot is looking for background actors to participate in a filmed scene. Talent must be available for multiple days to ensure scheduling flexibility. The production will take place indoors on a professional stage. This is a great opportunity to gain experience and be part of a high-quality production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as background talent in a professionally filmed promo shoot
  • Follow direction from the production team for placement and movement in scenes
  • Be available for early morning call times as required
  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Open to men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18 and older
  • Must be available for all filming dates to be considered
  • Must sign an NDA to maintain confidentiality of the project
  • If previously cast in a speaking role on any major Chicago-based show, indicate it in the submission
  • Submit 2-3 current photos with good lighting, including a headshot and full-body image

Compensation

  • $300 per day for up to 12 hours on timecard
  • Paid in full even if the shoot wraps early
  • Opportunity for quick processing of payment
  • Experience working with a professional production team
$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Arabic Children for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking non-union Arabic children for featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience in a professional production while being part of a diverse campaign.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as a featured background actor in a commercial
  • Follow on-set directions from the production team
  • Maintain professionalism and patience during filming

Requirements

  • 12-year-old girl
  • 1.5 to 3-year-old boy
  • Must be non-union
  • Able to work as a local hire in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
  • Parents/guardians must submit recent photos, full contact details, height, and weight

Compensation

  • $350 flat rate
  • Professional on-set experience
  • Opportunity for future projects
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Casting Passerby Role for Crime Docuseries

Job Description
A crime docuseries on a major network is seeking talent for a featured background role. The production is looking for an actor to portray a passerby who witnesses an explosion and helps flag down assistance. This is a great opportunity to gain on-camera experience in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a concerned passerby in a scripted reenactment scene
  • React naturally to an explosion scene and assist in flagging down help
  • Be comfortable around special effects, including SFX blood and smoke/haze machines
  • Follow directions from the production team to ensure an authentic performance

Requirements

  • Male, age 30s-50s
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Must be comfortable with special effects elements such as simulated explosions, SFX blood, and haze machines
  • Ability to take direction and respond naturally in scene reenactments
  • Must be available for scheduled filming

Compensation

  • $100/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend)
  • Professional experience in a network crime docuseries
  • Opportunity to work with an experienced production team
$

Casting Attorney Role for Crime Docuseries

Job Description
A crime docuseries on a major network is seeking talent to portray an attorney in a scripted reenactment. This is a great opportunity to gain on-camera experience in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an attorney in a scripted reenactment scene
  • Follow direction from the production team to deliver a realistic performance
  • Maintain professionalism and strong on-camera presence
  • Be available for scheduled filming

Requirements

  • Male or female, ages 30s-50s
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Strong ability to take direction and perform naturally on camera
  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot

Compensation

  • $75/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend)
  • Professional experience in a network crime docuseries
  • Opportunity to work with an experienced production team
$$

Casting for Non-Union Law Firm Commercial

Job Description
A law firm commercial is seeking non-union talent for principal non-speaking roles. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in a professional commercial production. The shoot requires talent who can bring presence and authenticity to the project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a principal non-speaking role in a law firm commercial
  • Follow direction from the production team for scene execution
  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Males: Age 60s, Black or Hispanic
  • Females: Age 30s, Black or Hispanic
  • Must submit a recent photo (shoulders up, well-lit)
  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot date
  • Local to Charleston, SC or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • $250 flat rate for a half-day shoot
  • Professional commercial experience
  • Exposure in a high-quality production
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for HBO Limited Series – Background Talent Needed

Job Description
Seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18 and older, to portray various background roles in an upcoming HBO limited series. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background characters as directed
  • Follow on-set instructions and maintain professionalism
  • Work well with the production team to ensure smooth filming

Requirements

  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Comfortable working in a professional TV production environment
  • Able to follow directions and remain on set for the required filming schedule

Compensation

  • $182 for 12 hours
  • Filming in Midtown
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

University Background Roles for HBO Limited Series

Job Description
A prestigious HBO limited series is seeking background talent to portray university-related roles, including parents, kids, and staff.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray university parents, students, or staff members in background scenes
  • Follow directions from the production team to create an authentic campus setting
  • Be available for on-set instructions and scheduled filming

Requirements

  • Parents: Ages 40-65
  • Kids: Ages 12-16
  • University Staff: Ages 35-70
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Must be professional and reliable on set

Compensation

  • Pay rate: $182/12
  • Filming in Midtown
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