Grant Wilfley Casting

Real Omakase/Sushi Chefs for Film Scene (NYC Metro Area)

Job Description
A film project is casting real omakase and sushi chefs for an on-camera background role in the NYC metro area. This paid opportunity is for experienced chefs who can work naturally and confidently on camera while performing authentic sushi service and chef movement. Talent must be fully available for the workday and able to verify real-world sushi/omakase experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real sushi/omakase chef in background scenes

• Perform authentic chef actions and sushi service naturally for camera

• Follow direction for timing, blocking, and continuity during filming

• Maintain a professional, set-ready presence throughout the workday

Requirements

• Must be a real omakase/sushi chef with relevant experience

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NYC metro area

• Comfortable working on camera in a film environment

• Fully available for the scheduled workday with no conflicts

• Able to provide current sizes (height, weight, clothing, shoe) and recent photos (close-up + full body)

• Union status information may be requested (SAG-AFTRA or non-union)

Compensation

• $350 / 8 hours

Real Couples for Feature Film Background Role (Intimacy Required)

Job Description
A feature film is casting real couples ages 20–35 for a one-day background role in New York City. This opportunity is open to any gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, and is seeking new faces only. Scenes involve kissing and making out, with implied nudity and simulated intimacy, so couples must be fully comfortable performing intimate contact on camera in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a real couple in background scenes featuring romantic interaction

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

• Maintain a professional attitude and respect on-set intimacy guidelines

• Arrive camera-ready and remain available for the full workday

Requirements

• Real couples, ages 20–35

• Must be able to work as a NYC local hire

• Must be comfortable with: kissing, making out, implied nudity, and simulated intimacy

• New faces only

• Must be able to provide current clear couple photos (close-up and full-body)

• Must be able to share basic info for both partners (names, contact details, sizes, availability, and union status if applicable)

Compensation

• $400 / 8 hours

• +$100 bump for kissing and intimate contact

Children for Family Photo Shoot on New Netflix Series

Job Description
A new Netflix series is seeking children to portray Indian or South Asian kids for a family-style photo shoot. This background role involves simple posing, natural expressions, and participating in staged family moments. Parents or guardians must be available to provide the required information and support on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a family-themed photo shoot

• Pose naturally and follow simple direction

• Work alongside adult background actors in staged scenes

Requirements

• Children ages 5–7

• Must be able to portray Indian or South Asian heritage

• Must be fully available for the shoot date

• Must be local to the NYC area

• Parent or guardian must provide necessary work permit and trust account information

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $224 for 8 hours

• Filming in Astoria, Queens