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Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking local background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area and surrounding suburbs. This opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, making it ideal for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday characters in scripted television scenes

• Participate in indoor and outdoor background action

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male and female performers, ages 20s–70s

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Professional television set exp

Skin Care Commercial Talent (Female On-Camera Talent)

Job Description
A nationwide skin care commercial is seeking female on-camera talent for a high-profile international production. This project is looking for natural beauty with a refined, camera-ready presence for a premium skin care campaign. Talent must be comfortable traveling and performing in a professional commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a national skin care commercial

• Perform naturally and confidently under direction

• Represent a beauty-focused brand with polished presence

• Participate in fittings, travel days, and shoot days as scheduled

Requirements

• Female performers ages 18–35

• Must be of Thai descent

• Fair skin tone and expressive eyes preferred

• Strong on-camera confidence; commercial or acting experience is a plus

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be available for fittings and filming

• Must meet all casting specifications to be considered

Compensation

• Main role: $6,000

• Secondary role: $5,000

• Shoot day rate: $600

• Wardrobe fitting: $300

• Travel days: $300 per day

• Usage fees included (3-year usage term)

• All rates subject to applicable deductions

Fashion Campaign Talent (Models and On-Camera Talent)

Job Description
A high-profile fashion campaign is seeking confident, effortlessly cool on-camera talent based in Southern California. This project is looking for unique individuals with strong presence and natural style to appear in refined, visually striking fashion content. No prior modeling experience is required—confidence and the ability to take direction are key.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a professional fashion campaign

• Follow creative and movement direction from the production team

• Bring authentic personality, confidence, and style to each shoot

• Maintain a polished and professional presence on set

Requirements

• Ages 18–44

• Open to all genders, sizes, and ethnicities

• Must be comfortable and confident in front of the camera

• Ability to take movement and performance direction

• Southern California-based talent preferred

• No prior modeling experience required

Compensation

• $1,000 per confirmed shoot day

• $3,000 usage fee

• Total payment varies based on number of confirmed shoot days

• Paid professional fashion campaign opportunity

Background Pedestrians With Cars

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray everyday pedestrians with personal vehicles for street scenes. This role helps create realistic city environments with natural movement and authentic background action. Performers will appear as everyday locals going about their day while interacting naturally with their surroundings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians in exterior street scenes

• Use a personal vehicle as part of background action

• Follow on-set direction for blocking and continuity

• Maintain a natural, realistic presence on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–70, all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a working personal vehicle

• Vehicles should not be white or brightly colored on camera

• Comfortable appearing on camera for extended periods

• Visible tattoos must be coverable, unless cleared by production

• Must be available for both fitting and filming

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid fitting session (up to two hours, with overtime if applicable)

• Paid filming day with a full-day guarantee

• Overtime pay available if filming exceeds standard hours

• Additional pay for use of personal vehicle

Wedding Guests (Background Extras)

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray wedding guests in a lively celebration scene. This role is open to performers of all looks and ethnicities who can bring natural reactions and elegant energy to a formal wedding setting. Scenes will feature mingling, seated moments, and authentic wedding atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray wedding guests in formal celebration scenes
• React naturally during ceremony and reception moments
• Follow on-set direction to maintain continuity

Requirements

• Must be comfortable wearing wedding-appropriate formal attire
• Open to all looks and ethnicities
• Reliable, professional, and punctual
• Background acting experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Payment issued at wrap
• Professional feature film set experience

Upscale Cocktail Waitress (Background Extra)

Job Description
Casting a background actor to portray an upscale cocktail waitress in a high-end bar setting. This role requires a polished look and confident presence for stylish interior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a cocktail waitress in upscale bar scenes

• Maintain professional posture and movement

• Follow wardrobe and scene direction

Requirements

• Female-presenting performers

• Must have a very polished, upscale appearance

• Comfortable working in a stylized bar environment

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• Paid background role

Servers (Background Extras)

Job Description
A film production is hiring background actors to portray servers in a busy nightlife venue. This role supports realistic atmosphere and movement throughout bar scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a server in active bar scenes

• Carry trays or props as directed

• Maintain continuity between takes

Requirements

• Ages 20–28

• Polished and professional appearance

• Able to take direction easily

• Service experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role

Bartenders (Background Extras)

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray bartenders in active nightlife scenes. This role involves realistic bar service action in a busy club environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Mimic bartending duties during scenes

• Interact naturally with other background actors

• Follow timing and direction from the production team

Requirements

• Ages 20–28

• Comfortable working in a bar setting

• Confident, camera-ready appearance

• Previous service or background experience is a plus

Compensation

• Paid background role

Security Doorman (Background Extra)

Job Description
A production is seeking a background actor to portray a nightclub security doorman. This role requires a strong presence and the ability to appear professional and authoritative in nightlife scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security doorman at a nightclub entrance

• Maintain character throughout filming

• Follow blocking and on-set direction

Requirements

• Ages 25–35

• Strong, professional appearance

• Comfortable standing for extended periods

• Prior background experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Professional on-set experience

Hardcore Nightclub Ravers (Background Extras)

Job Description
A film production is casting energetic background actors to portray hardcore nightclub ravers in high-intensity nightlife scenes. These scenes require authentic movement, confidence, and the ability to bring a packed rave atmosphere to life on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray energetic nightclub ravers in crowd scenes

• React naturally to music, lighting, and on-set direction

• Maintain high energy throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–29

• Must fit a modern, edgy nightlife look

• Comfortable in loud, fast-paced environments

• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Paid background role

• On-set film experience