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TV Series Background Actor With Car Casting Call

Job Description
A major television series is seeking SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent with cars from the years 1990–2002 to appear as paid background actors. This opportunity involves exterior scenes and is ideal for performers who own qualifying vehicles and have flexible availability. Filming will take place in New Jersey, and local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background actor in exterior scenes for a television series
  • Use a personal vehicle on camera as part of the scene
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Maintain availability for recurring background work

Requirements

  • SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome
  • Must own a car from model years 1990–2002
  • Vehicle must be camera-ready and in good condition
  • Flexible availability between January and July
  • Able to work as a local hire in New Jersey

Compensation

  • $224 for union background actors
  • $187 for non-union background actors
  • $250 car bump
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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)
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Law & Order SVU Boxing Match Referee Featured Background Actor

Job Description
A hit network crime drama is casting talent with real referee experience in boxing matches to appear as a paid featured background actor. This is a great opportunity for performers with sports officiating skills to bring authenticity to a high-energy female boxing match scene filmed for television.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a boxing match referee in a female boxing match scene
  • Take direction from the assistant directors and on-set team
  • Help maintain realism and continuity during filming
  • Remain camera-ready and professional throughout the interior shoot

Requirements

  • Ages 30–60, all types encouraged to apply
  • Must have referee experience in boxing matches (required)
  • Comfortable working on a busy TV set and following timing cues
  • Available to work as featured background in a Manhattan interior scene

Compensation

  • $234/8 (featured background pay rate)
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