Job Description

TOETAG is casting men and women for a new independent feature film shooting in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Known for extreme underground horror, the production is seeking performers comfortable working with intense horror themes, practical gore effects, prosthetics, sticky makeup, simulated violence, and potentially nudity. Most available roles are expected to portray victims. Acting experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in an extreme underground horror feature.
• Perform scenes involving simulated horror violence and blood/gore effects.
• Wear prosthetics, sticky makeup, fake blood, and other special-effects materials for extended periods.
• Follow direction and maintain professionalism during potentially intense scenes.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 21–60.
• No acting experience required.
• Comfortable with extreme horror content and physical performance.
• Comfortable with blood, gore, prosthetics, and special-effects makeup.
• Must have no latex allergy.
• No tattoos or minimal visible tattoos preferred.
• Must be comfortable discussing potential nudity if required for the role.
• Pittsburgh-area talent and performers from nearby states are preferred.

Compensation

• Low-budget independent production.

Job Description

Casting Buffalo is seeking male and female photo doubles for reshoots of the upcoming New Line Cinema feature film “Troll” in the Buffalo, New York area. The production is looking for local Hispanic/Latino and mixed-ethnicity talent who can closely match specific cast members for photo-double work.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for specific cast members during feature film reshoots.
• Match the required appearance, build, and physical characteristics.
• Follow direction from the production and camera teams.
• Maintain continuity in appearance throughout filming.
• Be available as needed during the production window.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Hispanic/Latino or mixed ethnicity.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Must be local to the Buffalo, NY area.
• Must provide current headshot and full-body photos.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may apply.

Compensation

• $270 for 8 hours.
• SAG scale.

Job Description

A Bay Area independent film is casting a lead actress to play Denise in Get Your Climb On, a story exploring connection, confidence, and unexpected chemistry within the climbing community. Denise is an extroverted, confident, and assertive rock climber who works as a director at a voice-recognition company, travels widely to climb, and mentors newer climbers. The production is seeking a performer with a strong screen presence who can handle emotional storytelling and improvisation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Denise, the lead character, with confidence, charisma, and emotional depth.
• Perform dramatic, conversational, and improvisational scenes.
• Participate in climbing-related scenes with production-provided instruction as needed.
• Attend required rehearsals and filming sessions.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 25–35.
• Must be local to the Bay Area.
• Strong, expressive on-camera presence.
• Confident, charismatic, and socially intuitive.
• Tech/startup familiarity is a plus.
• Climbing, hiking, or mountaineering experience is helpful but not required.
• Film, TV, or content experience is a bonus but not required.

Compensation

• Passion-driven independent project.
• Visa gift card; amount varies by role.
• Official film credit.
• Eligible for grant-funded support.

Office Workers for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area is seeking SAG-AFTRA background actors to portray professional office workers. This client-selected casting opportunity is looking for men and women with polished, conservative, business-professional appearances who can work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an office worker in professional commercial scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain a professional, clean-cut appearance appropriate for a workplace environment.
• Be prepared for a full day of filming with varying call and wrap times.
• Perform naturally as background talent in an office setting.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 30–60.
• All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Must have a clean-cut, conservative, and professional appearance.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability.
• SAG-AFTRA background performers.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA weekend double scale: $446.80 for 8 hours.
• Additional 10% agency fee if represented.
• Overtime applies after 8 hours according to SAG-AFTRA rates.
• Full usage and full buyout.

Police Officers, SWAT and EMT Background Actors

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking paid background actors to portray Chicago Police Department officers, SWAT team members, and EMTs in an action-packed outdoor incident scene. This opportunity is open to local talent from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby Illinois border states. Real police experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer, SWAT team member, or EMT in an outdoor incident scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform natural background action appropriate to emergency response scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude and remain prepared for an active filming environment.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Men must be clean-shaven with short hair for police officer, SWAT, and EMT roles.
• Women ages 20–50 are being considered for police officer and EMT roles.
• Women of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience portraying police or emergency personnel is welcome but not required.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must be dependable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• Paid non-speaking extra roles.

Actors for Student Short Film “The Art of Making Mistakes”

Job Description

A student short film titled “The Art of Making Mistakes” is seeking actors for a dark comedy filming in the Westminster and Denver, Colorado area. The story follows an overproductive father who has worked hard to provide for his family and his son, who must confront the consequences of his father’s absence. Several lead and supporting roles are available for adults and a child actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character authentically within a dark comedy and family drama.
• Prepare for and perform scripted scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors and the student production team.
• Bring emotional depth, comedic timing, and strong character choices to the role.
• Participate in approximately four to five days of filming in the Denver and Westminster area.

Requirements

• Larry: Hispanic male actor, early 30s, to portray a macho, hardworking father who realizes he has sacrificed meaningful time with his family.
• Xavier: Hispanic boy, ages 8–12, to portray a curious, stubborn child writing a school report about his enigmatic father.
• Tom: Male actor, any race, ages 40s–50s, to portray a professional construction company boss who keeps his distance from coworkers.
• Maria: Hispanic female actor, early 30s, to portray a fiercely protective, traditional mother balancing forgiveness and discipline.
• Must be able to work in the Denver and Westminster, Colorado area.
• Must be comfortable performing material that blends dark comedy with family drama.

Compensation

• Meals provided during production.
• Snacks and drinks provided during production.
• Cast members will receive access to the completed short film after post-production.

Detective for Non-Union Production

Job Description

A non-union production filming in Brampton and Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a male actor to portray a detective with the Golden Police Department. This paid acting opportunity calls for an energetic, driven performer who can bring a confident law enforcement presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in scripted production scenes.
• Deliver a confident, energetic, and professional law enforcement performance.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character continuity across multiple filming locations.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• White male actor.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be non-union.
• Must be available to work in Brampton and Hamilton, Ontario.
• Must bring an energetic, go-getter personality to the detective role.
• Must be comfortable portraying a law enforcement professional.

Compensation

• $250 flat rate for approximately 11 hours of work.

Tiffany – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Black female actor to portray Tiffany. This network television role involves an interview scene with detectives and requires a performer who can deliver a natural, believable performance. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tiffany in a true crime recreation scene.
• Participate in an interview-style scene with actors portraying detectives.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver natural reactions appropriate to the scene.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• In her 20s.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a true crime recreation series.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

PJ Lady – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Black female actor to portray PJ Lady. The role involves appearing in pajamas while portraying a woman speaking with police about a confession. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray PJ Lady in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform a scene involving an interaction with police.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Deliver realistic reactions and body language appropriate to the story.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be comfortable filming in pajamas.
• Must be comfortable portraying true crime subject matter.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Deputy – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a male actor to portray a deputy. The role involves taking a report from another character and requires a convincing law enforcement presence. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform a scene involving taking a report from another character.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain believable law enforcement mannerisms and reactions.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be comfortable portraying a law enforcement officer.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $100 per day.