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Black Male Background Actor for Period Drama Series
Job Description
A television drama series is seeking one Black male background actor, ages 30–65, for a featured continuity role. This paid background acting opportunity requires full availability for a wardrobe fitting and a full filming day. The production is set in the 1950s, so talent must be comfortable with period-appropriate grooming and styling.
Casting is specifically looking for experienced performers who have previously worked multiple continuity days or have featured background experience. Applicants must not have recently portrayed certain law enforcement roles on this production and should not have prior booking conflicts within the specified timeframe. This role will film interior scenes and requires a professional, polished on-set presence.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a background character in a 1950s-set television series
- Maintain continuity across scenes as directed
- Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming
- Follow grooming and styling requirements for period authenticity
- Take direction from the production team and remain professional on set
Requirements
- Black male, ages 30–65
- Must be available for both fitting and filming
- Prior featured or continuity background experience preferred
- Height under 6’2” and waist under 38” (costume limitations)
- No visible tattoos unless they can be fully covered
- Must be willing to be clean-shaven and receive a 1950s-appropriate haircut
- No recent conflicting roles on the same production
- Able to work interior scenes as scheduled
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA background rates (if applicable)
- Paid fitting and filming day
- Opportunity to work on a period television production
Train Station Employee – Christmas Mystery Film
Job Description
A Christmas mystery movie is now hiring a background actor to portray a train station employee in a key holiday scene. Production is seeking talent who can fit specific wardrobe sizing for a realistic, uniformed look in this festive Hallmark-style film.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a train station employee in scripted scenes
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Wear production-provided wardrobe
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Follow detailed on-set direction
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Maintain continuity during multiple takes
Requirements
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Male or female adult
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Must fit wardrobe: approximately 32–34 waist, large jacket
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Clean-cut, professional appearance
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New faces only
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Must be able to self-report to Hamilton
Compensation
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Paid background acting role
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On-set experience in a holiday feature film
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Professional credit for film work
Attractive Partygoers – Christmas Mystery Film
Job Description
A holiday mystery production is seeking male and female background actors in their 30s–40s to portray upscale party guests. This Hallmark-style Christmas film is looking for polished, camera-ready talent to bring charm and sophistication to festive social scenes.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray elegant party attendees in holiday scenes
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Maintain a polished, Hallmark-inspired appearance
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Take direction and react naturally in social gathering scenes
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Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming
Requirements
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Males and females, ages 30s–40s
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Attractive, well-groomed appearance
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Clean-shaven for men (no facial hair)
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New faces only
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Must be able to self-report to Hamilton
Compensation
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Paid background role
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Featured party scene experience
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Opportunity to network on a professional film set
