Central Casting New York

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)

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)

Kids Ages 11–13 to Portray Middle Schoolers for New A24/Hulu TV Series

Job Description
A new A24/Hulu TV series starring Claire Danes and Ewan McGregor is casting kids ages 11–13 to portray middle school students as paid background actors. This is a great opportunity for families seeking paid background acting jobs for kids, with no experience required and no fees to apply. Filming will take place in the New York area, and production is looking for kids who can follow direction, stay focused on set, and bring natural, age-appropriate energy to school scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a middle school student in background scenes for a TV series

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes

• Work professionally on set with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Kids ages 11–13

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the New York area (or self-report as local)

• No acting experience required

• Must be able to follow directions and remain set-ready during filming

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $224 / 8 hours

• Non-union rate: $187 / 10 hours

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