Paramount Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Paramount+ “912” Casting Call for NY Pedestrians with Cars from 2005 or Earlier

Paramount+ series “912” is casting people to portray New York pedestrians who can provide cars from 2005 or earlier. Talent must be local to the New York City metro area for various filming dates between October 2026 and December 2026. This is paid background work with additional compensation for the period vehicle provided.

Responsibilities

• Portray a New York pedestrian in background scenes.
• Provide a personal vehicle from 2005 or earlier for use in production.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain continuity in appearance and vehicle presentation throughout filming.
• Be available for various filming dates between October and December 2026.

Requirements

• Must be local to the NYC metro or New York/New Jersey area.
• Must own or have access to a vehicle from 2005 or earlier.
• Must provide current personal and vehicle photos for casting consideration.
• Must provide accurate height, weight, clothing, and shoe sizes for costuming.
• SAG-AFTRA members must be in good standing.
• Must be able to present valid identification for employment verification.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours.
• Non-SAG: $187 for 10 hours.
• $250 period car bump.

$231/8 Hours – “Freefall” Casting Call for Miami Club Patrons

Job Description

The Universal Pictures feature film “Freefall,” set in the 1980s and starring Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, is seeking men and women to portray sexy, glamorous Miami club patrons. The production is looking for Latino and White talent in their 20s–40s who can capture an authentic, stylish 1980s Miami nightlife look. Filming will take place in New Jersey, with fittings held in Brooklyn, New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a glamorous Miami club patron in 1980s-set feature film scenes
• Perform natural background action in a lively nightclub environment
• Maintain an authentic period-appropriate appearance throughout filming
• Participate in scenes involving atmospheric smoke and simulated smoking as required
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women in their 20s–40s
• Latino and White talent
• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be available to work in New Jersey
• Must be comfortable receiving a period-appropriate haircut if needed
• Must be comfortable with atmospheric smoke
• Must be comfortable smoking herbal cigarettes
• Must be comfortable with simulated illegal drug use

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $231 for 8 hours

“Freefall” Casting Call for 1980s Miami Strip Club Patrons

Job Description

The feature film “Freefall” is seeking background actors to portray 1980s Miami strip club patrons. Filming will take place in New Jersey, with talent needed to create an authentic period atmosphere. Selected performers should be comfortable with period-appropriate hair and facial hair adjustments, atmospheric smoke, simulated smoking, and simulated illegal drug use as part of the scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1980s Miami strip club patron in feature film scenes
• Perform natural background action appropriate to a nightclub environment
• Participate in scenes involving atmospheric smoke and simulated smoking
• Be comfortable portraying simulated illegal drug use when required
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be available to work in New Jersey
• Must be comfortable receiving a period-appropriate haircut if needed
• 1980s-appropriate facial hair preferred, including mustaches or light scruff
• No visible tattoos or facial piercings preferred for the period setting
• Must be comfortable with atmospheric smoke
• Must be comfortable smoking herbal cigarettes
• Must be comfortable with simulated illegal drug use

Compensation

Universal Pictures “Freefall” Starring Michael b. Jordan Casting Call for Cops

Job Description

Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking people with real law enforcement experience to play police officers in “Freefall,” a 1980s-set feature film from Universal Pictures starring Michael B. Jordan. Shoot dates: October 15-16 in Wayne, NJ; October 26 in Newark, NJ; October 30 in Brooklyn, NY; fittings October 6-7 in Brooklyn, NY. SAG rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers in a feature film
• Attend a fitting in Brooklyn and the assigned shoot dates

Requirements

• Real law enforcement experience (agency, department, years served)
• SAG-AFTRA or non-union status
• Available for the fitting and shoot dates

Compensation

• $241 per 8 hours (SAG rate)

“Freefall” Feature Film Casting People With Law Enforcement Experience to Play Police

Job Description

A feature film set in the 1980s is seeking people with real law enforcement experience to portray police officers in background roles. The production, starring Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, will film in New Jersey and New York. This opportunity is ideal for current or former law enforcement professionals who can bring authentic police experience and presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scenes for a feature film
• Bring authentic law enforcement knowledge and experience to the role
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Maintain professional conduct throughout filming
• Be available to work in Wayne, NJ, Newark, NJ, or Brooklyn, NY, depending on production needs

Requirements

• Must have real law enforcement experience
• Must be available to work in the New York or New Jersey area
• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be comfortable portraying a police officer in a 1980s-set feature film

Compensation

• SAG rate: $241 for 8 hours

Male Sanitation Worker Background Actors for Series “9/12”

Job Description

The television series “9/12” is seeking background actors to portray male sanitation workers in Staten Island, New York. This paid casting opportunity is open to union and nonunion talent local to the NYC and New Jersey area. Selected performers must be available for two matching shoot days and comfortable wearing protective coveralls with artificial dust and ash makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a male sanitation worker in background scenes.
• Follow the production team’s direction and maintain continuity across both filming days.
• Wear a protective suit and light artificial dust or ash on your face and body.

Requirements

• Be over 18 and local to the NYC or New Jersey area.
• Fit male wardrobe specifications: height 5′9″–6′1″ and shoe size 9–13.
• Be available for both tentative matching shoot days.
• Be comfortable wearing a Tyvek suit and artificial dust or ash containing cellulose, PVA, and vegetable starch.
• Submit your name, phone number, and union status. Union members should include their membership ID and confirm good standing.
• Provide current height, weight, shirt, pants, and shoe sizes for costuming purposes.
• Submit a recent, nonprofessional selfie and full-body photo taken within the past week in clear, plain lighting.
• Photos must have no editing, filters, unusual angles, glasses, or hats.
• Be able to present valid identification for employment verification and payment.

Compensation

• Union rate: $231 for 8 hours.
• Nonunion rate: $187 for 10 hours.
• Additional $100 makeup payment only if makeup is applied.
• The background role is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement and subject to a preference-of-employment provision.

Paramount Series “9/12” – Family Background Roles

Job Description

The Paramount series “9/12” is seeking a real family for paid background roles in New York City. The production is looking for two parents or guardians to appear alongside their two children, who should be siblings between the ages of 9 and 11. This is a non-SAG background opportunity for a family that can work together on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family in background scenes for the Paramount series “9/12.”
• Parents or guardians will work on set alongside their two children.
• Participate in assigned background scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow all on-set instructions and maintain professional behavior throughout filming.
• Ensure children are accompanied and supervised by their parents or guardians as required.

Requirements

• Two parents or guardians with two children.
• Children must be siblings.
• Children should be ages 9–11.
• Must be local to the New York City/New Jersey area.
• Family members must be available to work together.
• Must be comfortable working as background talent on a television production.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Non-SAG background rate.

Paramount Series Casting Call – Dad and Two Children

Job Description

A Paramount television series is seeking a real father and his two children for paid background roles filming in New York City. The production is looking for two siblings who can portray ages 9–15 alongside their real father. This family casting opportunity is ideal for a parent and children who can bring a natural, authentic family dynamic to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and his two children in background scenes
• Appear together as a believable family unit on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Perform naturally and maintain continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Real father with two children
• Children should be able to portray siblings ages 9–15
• Must be local to the New York City or New Jersey area
• Must be comfortable working together on a professional television production
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours per person

Twin Babies for Paramount Series “9/12”

Job Description

A Paramount television series is seeking twin or triplet babies to portray the 1-year-old daughter of white principal characters. This paid baby casting opportunity will film in the New York City metro area and is looking for young talent who can comfortably be held by principal actors during scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the 1-year-old daughter of principal characters in a television series.
• Appear on camera during age-appropriate scripted scenes.
• Be comfortable being held by principal cast members.
• Participate in filming under appropriate supervision.

Requirements

• Twin or triplet babies.
• Able to portray a 1-year-old child.
• Must match the appearance of the white principal characters.
• Must be comfortable being held by principal actors.
• Must be able to work in the New York City metro area.

Compensation

• $500 for 8 hours per baby.

Young Adults Casting Call to Play High School Students in Feature Film

Job Description

A major feature film is casting SAG-AFTRA young adults to portray high school students in background roles. The production is seeking performers ages 18 and older who can convincingly play teenagers and bring an authentic high school atmosphere to the film. Selected talent should be dependable, professional, and comfortable working as union background performers on a major movie production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in a major feature film
• Perform natural background actions in school-related scenes
• Help create an authentic high school environment on camera
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Ages 18+
• Must be able to convincingly portray a high school student
• SAG-AFTRA union talent
• Must be available for all required production days
• Comfortable working as background talent on a feature film
• Must be willing to sign a digital replica consent form if booked
• Dependable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid SAG-AFTRA union background opportunity
• Compensation provided at applicable SAG-AFTRA rates