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Grant Wilfley Casting

About company:
Grant Wilfley Casting is a New York-based casting office specializing in background casting for film and television.

Open Jobs:

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Kids for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television series is casting young children to portray kindergarten students in upcoming scenes filming in Brooklyn, New York. This is a great opportunity for kids to gain on-set experience in a professional production while participating in fun, classroom-style scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a kindergarten student in background scenes
  • Follow simple directions from the production team
  • Participate in classroom-style filming environments
  • Maintain focus and energy on set
  • Be accompanied by a parent or guardian during filming

Requirements

  • Boys and girls, ages 6–8
  • Must be local to New York City area
  • Comfortable on camera and able to follow direction
  • Parent or guardian must submit required information
  • Must provide recent photos and basic details
  • Child performer work permit may be required

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours
  • Paid background role on a TV series
  • Great introduction to on-set experience for young actors
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Black Background Actors for Period Drama Series

Job Description
A major television series is casting Black background actors to portray upper-class event attendees in an 1880s period scene. Filming will take place in Troy, New York, and the production is seeking local talent who can authentically represent the elegance and style of the era. This is a great opportunity to work on a high-profile period drama and gain experience in historical productions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray 1880s upper-class event attendees in background scenes
  • Follow direction to match the tone and style of a period production
  • Participate in costume fittings prior to filming
  • Maintain continuity in appearance and performance
  • Be professional and punctual on set

Requirements

  • Black actors, 18+
  • Must be local to Albany, Troy, Schenectady, or surrounding areas
  • Comfortable wearing period costumes and hairstyles
  • Willing to adjust hair or facial hair if needed
  • Able to attend costume fittings and filming dates
  • Must provide current photos and required personal details

Compensation

  • SAG: $224 for 8 hours (plus fitting pay)
  • Non-SAG: $187 for 10 hours (plus fitting pay)
  • Paid background role on a major TV series
  • Professional on-set experience

Couples for Dancing Roles in Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting real couples to appear in dancing scenes for a lively and authentic production. This opportunity is open to non-professional dancers who can bring natural chemistry and movement to the screen. Talent will portray couples in social dance settings, contributing to the film’s atmosphere with genuine interactions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform casual partner dancing in film scenes
  • Interact naturally with your partner on camera
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Maintain continuity and energy throughout filming
  • Collaborate with cast and crew during shoot days

Requirements

  • Couples ages 20s–40s
  • Non-professional dancers (no choreography required)
  • Strong natural chemistry with your partner
  • Comfortable performing on camera
  • Based in or able to work in the NYC tri-state area
  • Available for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

  • SAG: $224 for 8 hours
  • Non-SAG: $187 for 10 hours
  • Experience working on a feature film
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Grant Wilfley Casting

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