Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

High School Student Background Actor Roles

Job Description
Television productions filming in the Los Angeles area are seeking adult actors who can convincingly portray high school students. This is a paid background acting opportunity open to performers of all ethnicities who look 18 or younger on camera. Ideal for talent looking to gain consistent on-set experience working on major TV shows.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a high school student in scripted scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming

• Participate in background scenes such as classrooms, hallways, and campus settings

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older (must be 18+ legally, but able to look 18 or younger)

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Comfortable working as background talent on television sets

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Compensation

• Paid background acting roles

• Rates vary by production

• Opportunity for recurring background work

Submission Code
Use submission code 18TLY when applying.

FBI & Detective Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is seeking polished background actors to portray FBI agents and detectives in an interior scene. This opportunity is for experienced background performers who can deliver a professional, upscale look suited for law enforcement and investigative roles. Talent should be comfortable working in a structured, fast-paced production environment and blending seamlessly into scripted scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as FBI or detective-type personnel

• Wear upscale, professional suits appropriate for law enforcement roles

• Follow detailed on-set direction from production staff

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Adults with prior background acting experience

• Must not have appeared previously in sheriff office scenes

• Must not have been picture-cast in prior roles

• Clean-shaven men (no facial hair)

• Professional appearance with well-fitted suits

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement or investigative characters

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television credit

TV Series Background Actor Roles

Job Description
A hit television drama is seeking background actors to portray uniformed professionals, including FBI and law enforcement types, in upcoming scenes. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a polished, professional look and natural on-camera presence to a fast-paced TV production. Talent must be well-groomed and camera-ready.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as uniformed personnel in scripted TV scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and focus during filming

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Adults ages 20s–60s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Clean-shaven men with short hair

• No long painted fingernails or false eyelashes

• Must have a professional, uniform-ready appearance

• Ability to work as background talent on a television set

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Rates provided upon booking

Football Referee Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking an experienced football referee for a background role in an upcoming scene. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with real referee experience who can bring authenticity and confidence to an on-camera sports environment. The role involves afternoon-to-evening filming and requires a professional, game-ready presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a football referee

• Perform realistic referee movements and positioning

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Must have real football referee experience

• Comfortable working on camera

• Available for afternoon into evening filming

• Reliable and professional demeanor

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate provided upon booking

Child Background Actor Role

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking a young boy for a background acting role in an exterior scene. This opportunity is ideal for child performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment. The role involves portraying the son of a featured performer and participating in a scheduled shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background actor in an exterior scene

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and focus during filming

• Participate for the duration of the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Boys ages 8–9

• Comfortable working on set

• Able to follow simple direction

• Available for the scheduled shoot day

• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour

• Paid non-union background role

Commercial Actor Roles

Job Description
A large non-union commercial is seeking adult talent for an upcoming professional shoot. This paid opportunity is open to a wide range of performers and is ideal for actors looking to gain commercial experience in a fast-paced, on-set environment. Talent should be comfortable on camera and available for a full day of filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a professional commercial production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate fully during scheduled shoot days

• Deliver natural, engaging performances suitable for a commercial audience

Requirements

• Adults ages 20–70

• Full-day availability for filming

• Reliable transportation to set

• Comfortable working on a commercial set

• Professional attitude and punctuality

Compensation

• $300 flat rate

• Paid non-union commercial role

Pharmacist Commercial Acting Role

Job Description
A paid commercial production is seeking a female actor to portray a warm, friendly neighborhood pharmacist. This role focuses on trust, care, and community connection, making it ideal for performers who excel at natural, relatable performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a neighborhood pharmacist

• Deliver warm, approachable performances

• Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

• Female actor ages 35–45

• Friendly, caring demeanor

• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• $1,000 usage fee

Dad Commercial Acting Role

Job Description
A paid commercial is casting a male actor to portray a caring, approachable father in a family-centered pharmacy advertisement. This role calls for a natural performance that reflects warmth, reliability, and genuine family connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera scenes as a father figure

• Work closely with child actors and cast

• Follow creative direction during filming

Requirements

• Male actor ages 40–50

• Friendly, trustworthy on-camera presence

• Comfortable performing in a commercial setting

Compensation

• $800 per day

• $1,000 usage fee

Child Actor Commercial Role

Job Description
A paid commercial project is seeking child actors to portray warm, bubbly kids in a family-focused pharmacy commercial. This role is ideal for young performers who are comfortable on camera and can deliver natural, joyful performances in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a commercial shoot

• Portray a friendly, everyday family dynamic

• Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

• Boys or girls ages 7–15

• Comfortable on camera

• Warm, energetic, and expressive personality

• Able to work on a professional set

Compensation

• $400 per day

• Paid commercial role

Music Teacher / Music Professor Commercial Role

Job Description
A national body care brand is casting real high school music teachers and college music professors for a paid commercial role. This project highlights educators in an authentic, professional advertising setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying your real teaching profession

• Follow creative direction during filming

• Attend fittings and scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Must be a real high school music teacher or college music professor

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Professional and reliable

Compensation

• $2,600 flat rate

• One-day shoot if booked

• Paid commercial role