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Kids for 1970s Period Film Background Roles
Job Description
A 1970s period film shooting in Manhattan, New York City is seeking two children to portray kids spending time in a park near a duck pond. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for wholesome, natural-looking young performers who can authentically fit the film’s 1972 setting. Siblings are welcome to be considered together.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a child enjoying time in a park near a duck pond.
- Perform naturally as background talent in a 1970s period film.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Maintain appropriate on-set behavior and professionalism.
- Help create an authentic 1972 atmosphere for the scene.
Requirements
- Children approximately ages 8–9, with flexibility for ages 7–10.
- Must have a wholesome look suitable for a 1972 period setting.
- Siblings are welcome to participate.
- Must be available to work in Manhattan, New York City.
Compensation
- $231 SAG Scale background rate.
Yale College Students and Kissing Couple for NYC Background Roles
Job Description
A New York City production is seeking young male talent to portray Yale college students, along with a couple comfortable performing a kissing scene on a park bench. This SAG background casting opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a natural, believable presence to an on-camera college setting.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a Yale college student or member of a couple in background scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
- Maintain natural and believable reactions while on camera.
- Couple talent must be comfortable performing a kissing scene on a park bench.
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout production.
Requirements
- Male talent, ages 18–21, for Yale college student roles.
- Couple talent must be comfortable kissing on camera.
- Must be able to work in New York City.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and comfortable working on a professional production set.
Compensation
- $231 SAG Scale Background rate.
1970s Jazz Trio, Backup Singers and Soul Band Musicians
Job Description
A production filming in Syracuse, New York, is seeking talented musicians and singers for a 1972-set project. Casting is looking for a jazz trio, backup singers with a classic soul-inspired sound, and a soul band capable of accompanying a solo singer. Existing bands and individual musicians are encouraged to apply for this paid entertainment opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a musician or singer in a production set in 1972.
- Recreate the look, energy, and musical atmosphere of the early 1970s.
- Perform as part of a jazz trio, backup vocal group, or soul band.
- Soul band musicians may perform drums, guitar, horns, or similar instruments.
- Follow musical and production direction while on set.
- Collaborate professionally with other performers and the production team.
Requirements
- Musicians and singers with strong performance abilities.
- Jazz musicians, backup singers, and soul band performers are encouraged to apply.
- Existing bands are welcome to apply together.
- Must be comfortable performing music appropriate to a 1972 setting.
- Must be available to work in Syracuse, New York.
Compensation
- SAG scale.
