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Youth Featured Background Actors for Major Period Drama Feature Film

Job Description
A major period drama feature film is casting local youth background actors for featured background roles in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is seeking boys to portray younger brothers in a 1900s-era setting. This is a great opportunity for young performers (SAG-AFTRA or non-union) who can take direction well, stay focused on set, and look authentic for a historical film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “younger brother” in a period drama scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, reactions, and positioning between takes

• Work professionally with child welfare guidelines and on-set supervision

Requirements

• Boys ages 9–13

• Must be under 5 feet tall

• Caucasian-appearing with light brown to dirty blonde hair

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area

• Must have a valid NYS child performer permit and trust account (or be willing to obtain)

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $224 for 8 hours (SAG BG scale)

Swing Dancing Couples for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting experienced swing dancers to appear as “ghost swing dancing couples” in a fun, high-energy scene. This role is perfect for dancers who can bring strong musicality, confident partnering, and authentic swing style to camera. Filming will take place in a Rochester studio, and talent must be able to report to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dancing as part of a partnered couple on camera

• Follow choreography direction and adjust timing for filming

• Maintain energy, rhythm, and character consistency across takes

• Work professionally with the production team in a studio environment

Requirements

• Experienced swing dancers

• Ages 30–65

• All ethnicities and genders welcome

• Must be able to report to a Rochester studio for filming

• Partnered dancers encouraged (apply with a partner if available)

• Video of swing dancing strongly preferred

Compensation

• $100

Blonde Child Siblings for Untitled Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting light-haired child siblings for paid background work. Production is looking for a blonde or light-haired boy (ages 4–5) and a blonde or light-haired girl (ages 3–4) to portray siblings in an interior day shoot. This is a great opportunity for local NYC-area families with kids who are comfortable on set and can take simple direction with parent/guardian support.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling background characters in a feature film scene

• Follow simple, age-appropriate direction from the set team

• Maintain continuity with movement and placement during filming

• Work cooperatively with a parent/guardian and production staff on set

Requirements

• Light-haired/blonde child actors needed:

  • Boy, ages 4–5

  • Girl, ages 3–4

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Staten Island, NY / NYC area

• Parent/guardian must be available for the full shoot day

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union children welcome

• NY Child Performer Permit preferred (or ability to obtain, if required)

• Open to a possible costume fitting prior to the shoot

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (paid background work)

Non-Union Male Background Actors to Portray Unhoused Characters

Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting non-union men to portray unhoused character types for paid background work in Manhattan, New York. Scenes will film outdoors in winter conditions, so talent should be comfortable working in cold weather and taking direction in a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray unhoused background characters in winter exterior scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and on-set team

• Maintain continuity in movement, behavior, and positioning between takes

• Arrive prepared, stay professional, and remain camera-ready throughout the day

Requirements

• Men 18+ (non-union)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Manhattan, NY

• Comfortable filming outdoors in winter weather

• Must be legally eligible to work and able to provide required employment documents if booked

• Wardrobe pieces that support the role are a plus (as applicable)

Compensation

• $181.50 for 10 hours

• Overtime after 10 hours (if applicable)

Blind and Visually Impaired Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking blind and visually impaired individuals for paid background roles in various scenes filming in New York City. Production is looking for people of all types, ethnicities, and genders, and wants authentic representation on camera. This is a union-covered background opportunity with professional set experience on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes while working in a structured set environment

• Be prepared for full filming days during the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Blind and visually impaired individuals

• All types, ethnicities, and genders welcome

• Must be able to work in New York City

• Must be available for filming during the scheduled May production window

• Must be able to present valid identification for employment eligibility

• If using a guide dog or support person, must be comfortable working with them on set as needed

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Covered by SAG-AFTRA CBA (preference of employment may apply)

Film Extras for Coming-of-Age Drama

Job Description
A coming-of-age drama film is seeking background actors to appear as extras in an intimate lounge scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and can bring a natural, nightlife energy to a moody, story-driven environment. Talent will be asked to wear elevated casual evening attire suitable for dinner or a night out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lounge patrons in a background role for a film scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity across takes with consistent reactions and movement

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated casual evening wear

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

• Comfortable appearing in a lounge setting with prop alcohol and prop weed on set (no actual consumption)

• Wardrobe: elevated casual evening wear (what you’d wear to dinner or a night out)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to stay for the full filming call time

Compensation

• Unpaid background role (no rate listed)

• Food and refreshments provided on set

New York Fashion Week Runway Model Casting

Job Description
A runway presentation is seeking runway-ready models to walk in a New York Fashion Week showcase. This opportunity is looking for talent with strong presence, confidence, and the ability to bring individuality to the runway in a professional fashion show environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway in a live fashion showcase

• Attend required show-day prep and follow runway direction

• Maintain strong posture, pacing, and professional runway presence

• Collaborate with the production team, stylists, and show coordinators

Requirements

• Runway-ready models with confidence, presence, and individuality

• Comfortable walking in a live show setting

• Able to take direction quickly and perform consistently

• Professional attitude, punctual, and camera/runway-ready

Compensation

• Paid

Featured Background DJ for Network TV Series

Job Description
A hit network TV series is seeking real DJs to portray a featured background role in a karaoke bar scene. This is a great opportunity for experienced DJs who can bring authentic club presence, natural performance energy, and professional set etiquette to a scripted production filming in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working DJ in a karaoke bar environment during a featured background scene
• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team
• Maintain continuity and professional performance throughout multiple takes
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared to work in an interior set setting

Requirements

• Ages 20–45, all types encouraged to apply
• Real DJ experience required
• Able to provide proof/documentation of DJ experience
• Comfortable working as a paid featured background actor on a TV set
• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours (featured background rate)

Advanced Figure Skaters & Ice Hockey Players (Commercial)

Job Description
A major insurance commercial is casting advanced to professional figure skaters and experienced ice hockey players for a high-energy shoot in New York City. This paid opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent who can perform confidently on ice, take direction quickly, and deliver authentic athletic action on camera. Some roles may include stunt-style falls and dynamic skating sequences.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced figure skating or ice hockey action on camera

• Follow direction from the director and stunt/sports coordinators

• Execute multiple takes with consistent speed, form, and timing

• Hockey players may perform controlled falls or on-ice action as scripted

• Attend a fitting and be available for callbacks as needed

Requirements

• Must be a NYC local hire

• Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent

• Figure Skaters: all genders and ethnicities; must have advanced figure skating experience

• Ice Hockey Players: experienced players; must have advanced hockey skills

• Comfortable skating at a professional level in a filmed environment

• Must be available for scheduled shoot days, fitting, and callback

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA session: $822.30 per session

• Additional residuals possible if featured in the final cut as an on-camera principal

• Network use may apply (details shared if selected)

Featured Models for Hip Hop Music Video

Job Description
A major hip hop artist’s music video is casting featured models for an upcoming shoot. This opportunity is seeking confident, camera-ready female talent with unique, standout features and an eccentric edge that reads well on screen. If you love music video work and can bring bold energy and style to set, this is a strong paid booking opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured model in a hip hop music video

• Bring confident on-camera presence, movement, and attitude for performance-style scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team for blocking and continuity

• Maintain a polished look and professional energy throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 18–35

• African American talent encouraged to apply

• Must have unique features and an eccentric look/style

• Comfortable working long shoot days (10–12 hours)

• Must be able to work in New York

Compensation

• $500 for 10–12 hours