Central Casting Los Angeles

African-American Musicians for Church Band Scene

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking African-American musicians to appear as church band members in a Baptist church scene. This on-camera background opportunity is ideal for skilled organists, drummers, keyboardists, and guitarists who can mime along naturally and look authentic as part of a live worship band. Talent must be registered with Central Casting and available to work in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church band member on camera in a Baptist church setting

• Mime instrument performance naturally and stay in sync with scene direction

• Follow on-set cues and maintain continuity across takes

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the workday

Requirements

• African-American talent only

• Non-union submissions only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Musicians needed: organists, drummers, keyboardists, and guitarists

• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles area

Compensation

• $154 for 8 hours (non-union)

Featured Background Actor (Petite Adult Woman with Right Above-Knee Amputation)

Job Description
An award-winning medical drama is casting a petite adult woman for a paid featured background role. This opportunity is for talent with a right transfemoral (above-knee) leg amputation who can bring authentic representation to a professional set. No prior acting experience is required—just a great look, reliability, and comfort working on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in scripted medical drama scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared, professional, and camera-ready for the full shoot day

• Work comfortably with wardrobe and blocking as directed

Requirements

• Petite adult woman

• Right transfemoral (above-knee) leg amputation

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Burbank, CA area

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• $1,000 for 8 hours (paid featured background role)

Seamstress/Tailor (Union Background Role)

Job Description
A production is seeking union background talent with real seamstress or tailor experience to portray working professionals on camera. This is a great opportunity for skilled wardrobe professionals who can bring authenticity to set and support a realistic workroom environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a seamstress or tailor in background scenes

• Use real wardrobe/tailoring experience to support authentic on-camera action

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Work professionally on a busy set with other background performers

Requirements

• Union submissions only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Seamstress/tailor experience required

• Must be able to portray ages 25–50

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the LA area

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours