Grant Wilfley Casting

Background Actor Casting Call for TV Series in Westchester County

Job Description
Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking local Westchester County residents to portray college students, parents, and grandparents for an upcoming television series. This is a background acting opportunity for a multi-day shoot, offering experience on a professional set. Locals are encouraged to apply for these paid extra roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters as college students, parents, or grandparents authentically.

• Follow direction from assistant directors and crew on set.

• Be available and punctual for the scheduled filming dates.

• Bring a professional and cooperative attitude to the set.

Requirements

• Must be local to Westchester County, New York.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• All ages and types are needed to portray college students, parents, and grandparents.

• Both Non-SAG and SAG-AFTRA members are welcome to apply.

• Must be able to provide accurate height, weight, and clothing sizes.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting role for a television series.

• Specific rate details will be provided upon booking.

High School Reunion Attendees Background Roles

Job Description
A feature film production is casting background performers to portray high school reunion attendees in an upcoming A24 film. This opportunity is open to adults in their 20s to early 30s of all ethnicities and genders. The production is seeking natural, authentic individuals who can bring realism to reunion-style scenes in a professionally filmed environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school reunion attendee in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Interact naturally within group scenes

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 20s to early 30s

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable working on a professional film set

• Must be able to provide valid identification for employment paperwork

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours

• Non-SAG: $187 for 10 hours

Hand Double for Film/TV Production

Job Description
A film or television production is casting a skilled hand double to match the hands of a principal actor. This role is ideal for performers with precise hand control and strong cursive handwriting skills. The hand double will be featured in close-up shots and must closely match the look and movement required for continuity.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a hand double for a principal actor in close-up scenes

• Perform cursive writing that closely matches the principal actor’s handwriting

• Follow detailed direction from the director and production team

• Maintain consistency in hand positioning and movement across takes

• Remain professional and detail-oriented on set

Requirements

• White female

• Ages 20s–40s

• Left-handed

• Skilled in cursive handwriting

• Hands must be camera-ready and well-groomed

• Must be local or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $300 for up to 8 hours

• Paid non-union/SAG-AFTRA covered role

• Professional on-set experience