Paramount Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Business Types for Photo Shoot in New Production

Job Description
A non-union production is looking for fresh faces to portray professional business types in an upcoming photo shoot. This opportunity is ideal for those with a polished, corporate look who haven’t yet appeared on camera this season for this specific production. The shoot is scheduled for the evening and will last a few hours, offering a great way to gain experience and exposure in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photo shoot portraying business roles

• Arrive on time and be prepared for a potential evening start

• Follow on-set direction to capture various expressions and poses

• Maintain a polished, professional demeanor throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Ages late 20s to 40s only

• Must not have appeared on camera for the current season of this production

• Must be available for evening call time

• Include what role you are applying for in the subject line

Compensation

• Flat rate of $265 for up to 12 hours

Background Actors Needed for Multiple Roles

Job Description
Exciting background opportunities are available for various roles in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for talent of all genders and ethnicities to fill in for multiple filming days. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain on-set experience or expand their acting resume. If you’re professional, punctual, and ready to be part of a dynamic production, this casting is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray specified background characters as directed (e.g., bargoers, pedestrians, business types)

• Be camera-ready and follow on-set direction

• Be available for a 10–12 hour shoot day

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older (some roles require age 50+)

• Open to all ethnicities and genders

• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area or willing to travel

• For car roles: Vehicles must not be red or white; include a photo and make/model

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

• Must have reliable transportation

Compensation

• $250 per 12-hour day

• Additional $30 bump if submitting your car

Casting Call for Non-Union Roles in Television Series

Job Description
A hit crime drama series is casting non-union talent for featured background roles in upcoming scenes. This is a great opportunity for actors seeking exposure in a major television production. The casting team is selecting talent based on photo submissions for two separate opportunities: a scene featuring a female character connected to a main storyline, and a scene featuring older men fishing.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in either a photo shoot or on-set filming as a background performer

• Be fully available for the shoot date or flexible within the shooting window

• Follow on-set direction and maintain character consistency

Requirements

• Opportunity 1:

  • Female, Caucasian

  • Blonde, 30s

  • Must be new to the show

  • Flexible schedule for photo shoot day

• Opportunity 2:

  • Male, any ethnicity

  • Late 60s to 70s

  • Must be new to the show

  • Must be available for filming on the specified date

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation

• $265/12 for selected background performers

Casting Court Law Officers for Film Scene

A feature film is urgently seeking background actors to portray court law officers in a dramatic legal scene. This is a last-minute casting opportunity for male talent to step into a strong, authoritative role on set. Applicants must be fully available and ready to work a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law officer in courtroom and justice-themed scenes
• Follow direction from the on-set team to ensure authenticity and consistency
• Wear wardrobe provided or matched to uniform requirements
• Be camera-ready and maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, 18 or older
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must be available for a full 10–12 hour filming day
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and provide valid ID

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours of work

Casting Call for Male Inmates for TV Series

A hit television series is casting male background actors to portray inmates in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for fresh faces or returning talent who haven’t worked on the show recently. If you’re looking to gain experience on a popular production and can commit to a full shoot day, this could be your shot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background inmate in a correctional facility setting
• Follow direction from the on-set team and maintain character in scene
• Arrive on time and be prepared for a 10–12 hour filming day
• Participate in wardrobe fittings if required

Requirements

• Male, 18 years or older
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must not have previously appeared on the show as a cop, KPD, or CSI
• Must be fully available for the entire shoot day
• Must submit a clear, full-body photo (no selfies, hats, or sunglasses)

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours of work
• Non-union background role
• Fun giveaways and set perks available

Casting Call for Male Background Actors to Play Inmates in TV Series

A hit television series is now casting male background actors to portray inmates in an upcoming prison scene. This is a great opportunity for those who haven’t recently appeared on the show in law enforcement roles and are looking to gain on-set experience in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an inmate in a correctional facility setting
• Follow on-set direction and maintain character throughout scenes
• Arrive on time and be fully available for a 12-hour filming day
• Participate in a realistic, story-driven background scene

Requirements

• Male, 18 and older
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must not have previously portrayed a cop, KPD, CSI, or other law enforcement on the show
• Must be fully available on the filming day

Compensation

• $250 for 12-hour workday
• Fun giveaways and set perks included
• Non-union background role

Casting Call – Non-Speaking Reporter Role

An upcoming production is seeking a non-speaking reporter for an on-camera role against a green screen. This is a great opportunity for individuals with some acting experience to showcase their presence on screen!

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a “Talking Head” reporter
• Perform pantomime actions to make the scene look real
• Follow on-set direction from production staff

Requirements

• Must be 18+
• Some acting experience preferred
• Comfortable with performing in front of a green screen
• Should not have worked in a small scene previously for this project

Compensation

• Rate: $265/12 hours

Casting Call – Non-Speaking “Angry/Mean Customer” Role

An upcoming production is looking for a non-speaking actor to portray an “Angry/Mean Customer” in a featured scene. This is a great opportunity for those with expressive acting abilities to bring intensity and realism to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an angry customer in a scene with realistic facial expressions and body language
• Follow on-set direction to convey frustration or agitation without speaking
• Work professionally with the production team to create an authentic scene

Requirements

• Male
• Caucasian
• Age range: 50s–60s
• Must not have previously worked in a small scene for this project
• Cannot have been booked as KPD or inmate roles in the production

Compensation

• Rate: $265/12 hours

Casting Call for Security Guard Role – TV Series

Job Description
A television series is looking for African American/Black male actors to portray a security guard in an upcoming scene. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work alongside industry professionals in a high-profile production filming in Pittsburgh.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard in a professionally filmed scene.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• African American/Black male actors, 18 and older.
• Must have a strong, authoritative presence suitable for a security guard role.
• Reliable transportation and full-day availability.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation

• Pays $250/12 hours

Male Extras Wanted for Prison Scene in TV Series

A hit TV series is looking for male extras to portray prison inmates in an upcoming episode filming in Pittsburgh. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting production and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a prison inmate in various background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team for positioning and movement
• Be available for a full shoot day and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements:

• Male, 18 and older
• Any ethnicity
• Must not have previously worked as a cop/CSI/detective on this show
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and have valid identification
• Reliable transportation to the set
• Comfortable working long shoot days (10-12 hours)

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)
• Experience working on a major TV production