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Bartender Background Actor

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a male background actor to portray a bartender in an 1980s-themed scene filming in East Point, Georgia. This non-speaking background role is ideal for talent who can naturally portray a bartender and contribute to an authentic period setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bartender in an 1980s-themed film scene.
  • Perform natural bartender actions and background activity.
  • Follow direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 25–48.
  • Caucasian.
  • Must be comfortable portraying a bartender.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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ATF Agent Background Actors

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking two male background actors to portray ATF agents in a small 1980s-themed scene filming in East Point, Georgia. Selected talent should have a professional law-enforcement appearance and be comfortable portraying federal agents on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an ATF agent in a non-speaking background role.
  • Perform professional law-enforcement background actions as directed.
  • Maintain an authentic federal agent appearance throughout filming.
  • Follow production direction and remain professional on set.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 25–50.
  • Caucasian.
  • Must have black tactical boots.
  • Must be able to wear tactical pants or BDUs.
  • No visible tattoos.
  • No ear gauges.
  • No man buns or ponytails.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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Police Officer Background Actors

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking male background actors to portray police officers in an 1980s interrogation room scene filming in East Point, Georgia. These non-speaking roles require talent who can achieve an authentic 1980s law enforcement appearance and professionally follow direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a police officer in an 1980s interrogation room scene.
  • Perform natural law enforcement background actions as directed.
  • Maintain an authentic period-appropriate appearance during filming.
  • Follow production direction and remain professional on set.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 24–55, or older with a youthful appearance.
  • Caucasian.
  • Slender to medium build.
  • Clean-shaven or have an 1980s-style mustache.
  • Beard must be trimmed and appropriate for the 1980s setting.
  • No ponytails or man buns.
  • No visible tattoos or ear gauges.
  • Hair must not extend past collar length.
  • Sideburns and collar-length hairstyles are welcome.
  • Must have black work boots and a white T-shirt.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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Correction Officer Background Actor

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a male background actor to portray a correction officer in an 1980s interrogation room scene filming in East Point, Georgia. This non-speaking background role calls for talent with a period-appropriate appearance who can convincingly portray a correctional officer on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a correction officer in an 1980s film scene.
  • Perform natural correctional officer background actions.
  • Maintain a professional and period-appropriate appearance.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 24–55, or older with a youthful appearance.
  • Caucasian.
  • Slender to medium build.
  • Clean-shaven or have an 1980s-style mustache.
  • Beard must be trimmed and appropriate for the 1980s setting.
  • No ponytails or man buns.
  • No visible tattoos or ear gauges.
  • Hair must not extend past collar length.
  • Sideburns and collar-length hairstyles are welcome.
  • Must have black work boots and a white T-shirt.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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Experienced Male Basketball Players for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial filming in New York City is seeking experienced male basketball players to appear alongside a celebrity professional basketball player. This opportunity is ideal for skilled athletes who can confidently perform basketball drills, training exercises, practice movements, and on-camera action while working with foam blocking pads.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform basketball drills and training movements on camera.
  • Demonstrate strong, authentic basketball skills during commercial scenes.
  • Participate in practice-style basketball sequences.
  • Work comfortably with foam blocking pads.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 18–30.
  • Open to all ethnicities.
  • Must have strong basketball skills and previous playing experience.
  • Must be comfortable performing basketball drills and training movements.
  • Must be able to work as a local hire in New York City.
  • SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may apply.

Compensation

  • $855.20.
  • All rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.
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Extra
Skills:
Acting

Female Employee Background Actor for Lifetime Film

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a female background actor to portray an employee in an 1980s-era scene filming in East Point, Georgia. The selected talent will appear on camera handing paperwork to a cast member in a non-speaking role and should be able to achieve an authentic 1980s look.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an employee in an 1980s-era film scene.
  • Hand paperwork to a cast member as part of the scene.
  • Perform naturally on camera in a non-speaking background role.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Female talent ages 24–50.
  • Caucasian.
  • Must be able to achieve an authentic 1980s appearance.
  • No false eyelashes or drawn-on eyebrows.
  • No visible tattoos or facial piercings.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
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Inmate Background Actors for Lifetime Film

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking two male background actors to portray inmates in an 1980s-era scene filming in East Point, Georgia. The scene follows the inmates as they are escorted to a cell by an officer. These are non-speaking background roles requiring talent who can naturally portray the scene and maintain a period-appropriate appearance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an inmate in an 1980s-era film scene.
  • Perform naturally while being escorted to a cell by an officer.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the scene.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 24–55, or older with a youthful appearance.
  • Caucasian.
  • Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
  • Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours.
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Tim – Red-Haired Male for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime TV series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a red-haired male actor to portray Tim in a non-union recreation scene. This role is part of a true crime reenactment with no scripted dialogue, making it ideal for talent who can communicate naturally through on-camera actions and expressions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Tim in a true crime television recreation.
  • Perform naturally on camera without scripted dialogue.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Maintain character and continuity during recreated scenes.

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 20–40.
  • White.
  • Must have red hair.
  • Must be comfortable appearing in true crime recreation content.
  • Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

  • $200 per day worked.
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Young William – Featured Baby Background Role

Job Description

The production “Dear William” is seeking a baby to portray Young William, the younger version of an established lead character. This featured background role will film in the Greenwood, Mississippi area, and the selected baby will be matched as closely as possible to the appearance of the actor portraying William.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the younger version of William in the production.
  • Appear on camera in a featured background role.
  • Participate in filming with a parent or legal guardian present.
  • Follow production requirements for infant performers.

Requirements

  • Baby approximately 3–4 months old or younger.
  • Caucasian.
  • Must be suitable to portray the younger version of the established character.
  • Must be able to work in the Greenwood, Mississippi area.
  • Parent or legal guardian must accompany the child as required.

Compensation

  • $80 for 8 hours.
  • Payment will be made to the child’s parent or legal guardian.

Job Description

The independent feature film “Cheddar Pop” is casting actors for a comedy filming in the Greater Aurora, Colorado area. The story follows a group of young movie theater employees who learn to rely on one another as they attempt to unionize their workplace and restore what once made their cinema a great place to work. The production is open to performers of any age and experience level, with multiple roles available throughout the feature film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an assigned character in the independent feature film.
  • Perform scripted scenes and collaborate with fellow cast members.
  • Take direction from the production team.
  • Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
  • Remain flexible with scheduling due to filming in active business locations.

Requirements

  • Open to actors of any age.
  • All experience levels are welcome.
  • Must be able to work in the Greater Aurora, Colorado area.
  • Strong schedule flexibility is required.
  • Must be comfortable working on a non-union independent production.

Compensation

  • Unpaid.
  • Meals provided.
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Dwayne Johnson’s Lizard Music: How to Audition for the Upcoming Fantasy Film

Overview

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is taking on one of the most unusual roles of his career in Lizard Music, an upcoming fantasy-adventure film written and directed by Benny Safdie.

Based on Daniel Pinkwater’s cult children’s novel, Lizard Music follows a young boy who discovers mysterious late-night television broadcasts featuring lizards playing music. His search for answers leads him to an eccentric figure known as the Chicken Man, played by Dwayne Johnson, and a surreal world filled with mystery, imagination, and unexpected friendship.

The project has already attracted major attention because it reunites Johnson with Safdie after The Smashing Machine and gives Johnson a dramatically different character to play. Johnson has spoken publicly about slimming down for the whimsical role of the elderly Chicken Man, whose best friend is a chicken named Claudia.

With filming expected to take place in Georgia, New York, and Hawaii, Lizard Music could create exciting opportunities for background actors, photo doubles, stand-ins, and specialty talent.


Production Details

Project: Lizard Music
Studio: Amazon MGM Studios / United Artists
Genre: Fantasy-adventure feature film
Starring: Dwayne Johnson
Director/Writer: Benny Safdie
Based On: Lizard Music by Daniel Pinkwater
Production Locations: Atlanta, Georgia; New York; Hawaii
Reported Filming Dates: August 3, 2026, to October 21, 2026
Casting: Background actors, photo doubles, stand-ins, and specialty talent
Current Status: Pre-production / casting opportunities emerging


What Is Lizard Music About?

Lizard Music centers on a young boy who comes across a strange late-night TV broadcast showing lizards playing music. What begins as a curious discovery soon turns into a magical adventure involving hidden worlds, unusual characters, and a mysterious connection to the lizard musicians.

Dwayne Johnson stars as the Chicken Man, a quirky and eccentric older man who helps guide the story’s young protagonist. The character is a major departure from Johnson’s typical action roles, giving him a chance to transform into a more whimsical and offbeat figure.

The film is expected to blend fantasy, adventure, comedy, and heartfelt storytelling. With Benny Safdie writing and directing, Lizard Music may bring a unique visual style and emotional depth to Daniel Pinkwater’s beloved story.


Dwayne Johnson’s Lizard Music Casting Opportunities

Casting opportunities for Lizard Music may include background actors, photo doubles, stand-ins, and specialty roles for scenes involving neighborhoods, schools, family settings, community spaces, and Little League baseball environments.

Recent casting details have included opportunities for adults to portray family members attending a Little League baseball game in Brooks, Georgia. Additional reports have also referenced casting for a full-time photo double for a child actor connected to Lizard Music.

Possible roles may include:

  • Little League family members
  • Parents and community members
  • Neighborhood background actors
  • Children and young performers
  • Photo doubles
  • Stand-ins
  • Pedestrians
  • School or community background roles
  • Specialty background talent
  • Athletic or baseball-related background talent

Because Lizard Music is a fantasy-adventure film with a young lead character, casting may need performers who can help create believable family, school, neighborhood, and community environments.


Who Can Apply?

Casting opportunities for Lizard Music may be open to a range of talent, including new and experienced background actors.

Talent should be comfortable working on a professional film set and able to follow direction from production staff, casting teams, and assistant directors.

Applicants may be a good fit if they have:

  • Acting experience
  • Background acting experience
  • Stand-in or photo double experience
  • Experience working with children on set
  • Athletic or baseball experience
  • A family-friendly look
  • Availability for filming in Georgia
  • Reliable transportation
  • Professional on-set behavior
  • Flexible availability for long filming days

For photo double and stand-in roles, casting directors may look for talent who closely match the height, build, complexion, hair color, and general appearance of a specific actor. For sports-related scenes, talent with baseball experience or comfort in a Little League setting may have an advantage.


How to Audition for Dwayne Johnson’s Lizard Music

If you are interested in working on Lizard Music, the first step is to make sure your casting profile is complete, current, and professional.


Step 1: Create or Update Your Project Casting Profile

Start by creating a free profile on Project Casting or updating your existing account.

Your profile should include:

  • A recent headshot
  • A current full-body photo
  • Your height, sizes, and contact information
  • Acting experience
  • Background acting credits
  • Stand-in experience, if applicable
  • Photo double experience, if applicable
  • Athletic or baseball experience
  • Special skills
  • Current location
  • Availability

For a feature film like Lizard Music, clear and accurate photos are especially important. Casting teams need to quickly understand your current look, age range, and whether you fit the scene being cast.


Step 2: Search for Lizard Music Casting Calls

Once your profile is ready, search Project Casting for relevant casting notices.

Search terms may include:

  • Lizard Music
  • Dwayne Johnson movie
  • Benny Safdie film
  • Amazon MGM casting
  • Atlanta casting calls
  • Georgia casting calls
  • Background actors
  • Photo doubles
  • Stand-ins
  • Little League scene
  • Family members
  • Baseball background roles

Casting calls may update frequently as production moves forward, so performers should check often and apply quickly when a role matches their look, skills, location, and availability.


Step 3: Submit the Right Materials

When applying, carefully read the full casting notice and submit exactly what is requested.

Casting teams may ask for:

  • Recent photos
  • Contact information
  • Current location
  • Availability
  • Wardrobe sizes
  • Transportation confirmation
  • Acting or background experience
  • Stand-in or photo double measurements
  • Baseball or athletic experience
  • Parent or family-type background availability

Make sure your photos are current and accurately reflect how you look now. Avoid heavy filters, sunglasses, hats, or group photos unless specifically requested.


Step 4: Be Available and Professional

Feature film productions often require long filming days, early call times, and detailed continuity between takes.

Talent should be prepared to:

  • Arrive on time
  • Follow instructions
  • Remain quiet during filming
  • Maintain wardrobe and prop continuity
  • Stay professional throughout the day
  • Respond quickly to casting and production updates

Professionalism matters. Being reliable, responsive, and prepared can increase your chances of being considered for future scenes, recurring background work, or additional opportunities on similar productions.


Why This Is a Great Opportunity for Actors

Working on Lizard Music could be a valuable opportunity for aspiring actors, background performers, stand-ins, photo doubles, and specialty talent.

A project like Lizard Music gives talent the chance to:

  • Work on a major studio feature film
  • Gain professional set experience
  • Be part of a Dwayne Johnson-led production
  • Work on a fantasy-adventure movie
  • Build background acting credits
  • Learn how large-scale feature films are produced
  • Network with production professionals
  • Potentially return for additional filming dates

For Georgia-based talent, this is especially exciting because Atlanta and the surrounding areas continue to be major destinations for film and television production.


Tips to Improve Your Chances

To stand out for Lizard Music casting opportunities, talent should:

  • Submit early
  • Follow all casting instructions carefully
  • Use clear, recent photos
  • Be honest about experience and availability
  • Mention any baseball or athletic experience
  • Include accurate height and wardrobe sizes
  • Keep your phone and email accessible
  • Respond quickly to casting messages
  • Arrive prepared if booked
  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set

Casting teams often remember talent who are punctual, flexible, and easy to work with.


Final Thoughts

Dwayne Johnson’s Lizard Music is shaping up to be one of his most unique film projects yet. With Benny Safdie directing, Amazon MGM Studios behind the project, and a surreal story based on Daniel Pinkwater’s beloved novel, the film is already generating major attention.

As production moves forward, casting opportunities may continue to open for background actors, photo doubles, stand-ins, families, community members, and specialty talent.

If you are based in Georgia or able to work locally, now is a great time to update your Project Casting profile, prepare your photos, and apply for available Lizard Music casting calls.

This could be your chance to gain professional film set experience and be part of a major fantasy-adventure movie starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.