Casting Call: Background Actors for LA Miniseries

Job Description:
Agencia BarbarellaCasting is seeking male and female extras to appear in an exciting new miniseries that will be streamed on the Shorts App. We are looking for individuals who can bring authenticity and energy to background roles in various scenes. This is a non-speaking role, and extras will appear in vertical video formats, perfect for streaming platforms.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a background extra in various scenes for the miniseries.
• Follow the direction of the casting and production team to ensure you are positioned correctly for filming.
• Maintain professionalism on set, arriving on time and ready for direction.
• Wear the appropriate attire as instructed by the casting team for continuity.

Requirements:

• Male & Female actors, aged 20-50 years old.
• Must be of Caucasian ethnicity.
• Must be based in or able to work as a local hire in the Los Angeles area (no travel provided).
• Comfortable working on set with minimal direction.
• Non-union actors only.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day.
• No agency fee required.
• Meals provided on set.

Mikayla – Child Role in “The Bank Teller” (Mini-Series)

Job Description:
We are casting for the role of Mikayla, a significant child role in the mini-series, The Bank Teller. Mikayla is a young girl, aged between 8 to 10 years old, of African descent. This character is key to the storyline, and we are looking for a talented young actress who can bring authenticity, innocence, and emotional depth to the role. All applicants must be able to speak with a general American accent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Character Portrayal: Play Mikayla with charm and sincerity, reflecting the emotions and experiences of a young child in the story.
• Collaboration: Work well with the director, co-stars, and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Dialogue Delivery: Ensure lines are delivered naturally and with the required emotion, appropriate to the character’s age and situation.
• Adaptability: Be open to direction and capable of adjusting performance based on the director’s feedback.

Requirements:

• Experience: Open to ACTRA and ACTRA Apprentice members. Prior acting experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Accent: Must perform with a general American accent.
• Appearance: Female, Black, aged 8-10 years.
• Location: Quebec locals only (applicants must reside in or near Quebec as the shoot will take place in this area).
• Parental Consent: Since this is a child role, parental consent and presence on set are required for all shoot days.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per episode (ACTRA MIP).
• Episodes: 4-episode series.

Casting Call for Real People – Financial Docu-Series

We are seeking real individuals interested in learning skills to improve their financial futures for a paid docu-series with a major financial brand. This is a great opportunity to share your story and gain valuable financial insights.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a docu-series focused on personal financial growth.
• Share your experiences and journey in an authentic and engaging manner.
• Work with a production team to document your story.

Requirements

• College students or recent graduates
• Small business owners, solopreneurs, or side hustlers
• Individuals contributing to their households
• Must be located in or willing to work in Los Angeles, Atlanta, or New York City

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Job Description
A new character-driven comedy-drama series is seeking an actor to portray a school therapist named Lila — a warm and grounding figure in a chaotic digital rehab school for influencers. The show follows three former social media stars as they attempt to rediscover their purpose and popularity, with Lila serving as a voice of calm and clarity. This is a paid, non-union acting opportunity that includes IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Play a nurturing and composed school therapist who helps influencer characters through emotional and identity challenges.

• Deliver performances that highlight empathy, patience, and support.

• Serve as the emotional anchor within a comedic and often chaotic storyline.

Requirements

• Lila (Therapist):

  • Any gender identity (presumed female based on context), any ethnicity

  • Must embody kindness, gentleness, and a professional yet approachable demeanor

  • Strong non-verbal acting and emotional intelligence preferred

Compensation

• Paid role: $3,600

• Non-union production with IMDb credit and reel access

• Accommodations and meals provided during filming

• Production set for mid-June 2025

Casting Fishermen for Featured Background Role in MTV Series

A new MTV series is casting a featured background role for a fishing hole scene, seeking real-life fishermen to bring authenticity to the moment. The production is looking for a father and son duo or individual male talent with real fishing experience who can comfortably handle fishing tools on camera. This shoot offers a fun, scenic day of filming with a professional team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a fisherman in a natural outdoor setting

• Use your own fishing tools and demonstrate fishing activity authentically

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

• Portray a believable father-son or solo fishing experience

Requirements

• Male-identifying talent

• Age range: 21 and older

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must have prior fishing experience and own fishing tools

• Preferably a real father-son duo, but individuals will be considered

• Must be based in Atlanta, GA or able to work as a local hire

• Must be fully available for the shoot day

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours of filming

• Overtime paid beyond 8 hours

• Non-union, paid role with national exposure

Casting Call for Exceptionally Tall Male Actors (7+ Feet)

Job Description
A major TV series is seeking exceptionally tall white male actors, 7 feet or taller, for filming in Massachusetts. This unique opportunity offers competitive pay for actors who meet these specific physical requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scenes as required by the production

• Maintain professional on-set behavior

• Be available for potential multiple shoot days

Requirements

• Male, white ethnicity

• Minimum height: 7 feet

• Age: 20+ years old

• Available during July 7-28 shooting window

• Based in or able to work in Massachusetts

Compensation

• $1,246 per day

• Potential for multiple work

EMT Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting background talent to portray EMTs in a dramatic reenactment shoot. This production is for network television and features realistic, unscripted scenes based on actual cases. The EMT role will involve responding to high-stakes moments in a visually intense setting.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray an EMT in emergency response reenactment scenes
• Follow direction for action-based sequences with realism and urgency
• Help bring authenticity to crime scene and medical response scenarios
• Participate in one or more scenes filmed in Knoxville, TN

Requirements
• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Must be age 18+
• Must be able to realistically portray an emergency medical technician
• Non-union talent only
• Must be local to Knoxville, TN or able to self-report

Compensation
• $75/day
• 1-day shoot

Victim’s Brother – Featured Role for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is casting a featured role to portray the victim’s brother in a dramatic reenactment. This role calls for a strong on-screen presence with the ability to convey emotion and seriousness in a single-scene shoot. Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN, and is non-union.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a dramatic reenactment as the brother of a crime victim

• Follow scene direction to deliver natural reactions and stage movements

• Support the narrative tone with a composed and expressive performance

• Work efficiently during a brief but pivotal shoot window

Requirements

• White male, age range 50s

• Must be local to Knoxville, TN or able to self-report

• Submit current full-body and shoulder-up snapshots

• Provide full name, height, weight, city/state, and contact info

• Agency representation details optional if applicable

Compensation

• $135 flat rate for the day

• Non-union role with featured screen appearance

• No travel, hotel, or per diem provided

Featured Background Artists for Día de los Muertos Parade Episode

Job Description
A hit television series is now casting featured background actors to appear in a special Día de los Muertos parade scene. The production is looking for men and women who can authentically represent the spirit of the celebration through traditional makeup, wardrobe, and cultural performance. Artists familiar with “La Calavera Catrina” style or with experience in folk or Mayan performing arts are highly encouraged to apply. This night shoot will take place in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured background artist during the Día de los Muertos scene

• Wear traditional or culturally appropriate wardrobe and makeup

• Represent the celebration with authenticity, grace, and visual flair

• Follow on-set direction during filming and parade-style movement

Requirements

• Men and women who can perform or appear in “La Calavera Catrina” style

• Own or have access to authentic wardrobe and makeup

• Experience in folk or Mayan arts is a plus and may qualify for higher rate

• Must be available for a night shoot on August 7 or 8 in Los Angeles

Compensation

• Paid role (higher rate for culturally trained or visually authentic performers)

Blacksmith with Professional Experience for Major TV Series

Job Description
A major television production is seeking a skilled young male blacksmith to appear in an upcoming episode. This role requires real professional blacksmithing experience, as authenticity is key to the visual and storytelling elements of the show. The shoot will take place at a renowned studio location and will involve a scheduled fitting prior to filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic blacksmithing actions on camera as part of a scripted scene

• Collaborate with the director and crew to ensure safety and realism during filming

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

• Maintain professionalism and technical accuracy while demonstrating blacksmithing skills

Requirements

• Male, no older than 40

• Must have professional blacksmithing experience

• Comfortable performing blacksmith tasks on camera

• Must be available for both fitting and shoot dates

• Local to or able to travel to Leavesden, Hertfordshire

Compensation

• £250–£350 filming rate depending on hours worked

• £80 paid for fitting