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Young High School Student Background Actors for TV Series
Job Description
A television series is seeking non-union talent ages 18 and older who can convincingly portray young high school students for paid background roles filming in Astoria, Queens, New York. The production will feature both interior and exterior scenes set during the early spring season. This opportunity is ideal for youthful-looking performers interested in gaining professional television set experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a high school student in background scenes for a television series.
- Perform naturally in school-related interior and exterior scenes.
- Follow blocking and direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
- Interact naturally with other background performers to create an authentic school environment.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have a youthful appearance and convincingly portray a high school student.
- Non-union talent.
- Must be able to work in Astoria, Queens, New York.
- Comfortable filming both interior and exterior scenes.
- Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction.
Compensation
- $187 for 10 hours.
Job Description
A production filming in the Uniondale/Hempstead, New York area is seeking non-union background talent to portray energetic wrestling and basketball stadium spectators. The production is looking for enthusiastic people who can bring the excitement, reactions, and energy of a packed live sporting event to the screen. All character types are welcome. Selected talent should be comfortable performing as part of a large crowd and reacting naturally to the action taking place in the stadium.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an enthusiastic wrestling or basketball stadium fan.
- Participate in crowd scenes and react naturally to the action.
- Follow direction from the production and background casting teams.
- Bring strong energy and believable spectator reactions to the scene.
- Remain professional and available throughout the required filming period.
Requirements
- Non-union talent only.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- All character types are welcome.
- Must be comfortable working around atmospheric smoke if used during filming.
- Selected talent must provide valid I-9 documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility.
Compensation
- Paid background acting opportunity.
Times Square Background Actors for “Dexter: Resurrection”
Job Description
“Dexter: Resurrection” is casting non-union background actors to portray various Times Square types for exterior filming in Manhattan. This opportunity is seeking performers who can bring authentic New York energy, individuality, and natural crowd movement to scenes set in one of the city’s busiest locations.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a believable Times Square pedestrian or local character.
- Participate in exterior crowd and street scenes.
- Perform natural movements and interactions based on production direction.
- Maintain continuity and positioning throughout filming.
- Work cooperatively with the cast, crew, and other background actors.
Requirements
- Non-union talent.
- Ages 18 and older.
- Must have full-day availability with no conflicts.
- Comfortable filming exterior scenes in Manhattan.
- Able to bring a natural and distinctive presence to Times Square scenes.
Compensation
- $187 for up to 10 hours.
- Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.
