Central Casting Los Angeles

Paid Background Actors for Horror Feature Film

Job Description
A new horror feature film is casting paid background actors to portray working-class individuals in a small-town setting. Production is looking for people who can appear as neighbors, EMTs, and local workers. Filming will take place in Clio (Plumas County), California, and local talent is strongly preferred. Casting Code: CLIO

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable working-class character in background scenes (neighbors, EMTs, workers).

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity notes throughout filming.

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional during long shoot days.

Requirements

• Ages 25–50, all genders and looks welcome.

• Must be local to Plumas County / able to work in Clio, California.

• Comfortable working as a paid background actor in a horror feature film environment.

• Use Casting Code: CLIO when applying.

Compensation

• $144 per day.

Amputee Woman for Featured Background Role in Medical Drama

Job Description
An award-winning medical drama is casting a woman with a right leg amputation for a paid featured background role. Production is seeking a Caucasian woman ages 40–50 who can authentically portray a character in a hospital-style scene. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in featured background work, paid extra roles, and TV production experience. No fees are required, and prior acting experience is not necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a medical drama scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a consistent look and performance throughout filming

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Caucasian women ages 40–50

• Must have a right leg amputation

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Burbank, CA area (or self-report as local)

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Rate: $1,000

Soldier with Military Experience

Job Description
A new production is seeking background performers with real military experience to portray soldiers. Talent ages 20s–50s, all genders, are encouraged to apply. This role is ideal for performers with authentic training who can bring realism and professionalism to on-screen military scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a soldier in background scenes with confidence and authenticity
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally with the cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Military experience required
• Ages 20s–50s, all genders
• Must be registered with Central Casting
• Must be local to the LA area

Compensation

• Union: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-Union: $144 for 8 hours
• Additional $10 Special Ability bump for both Union and Non-Union