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Stylish, Fun, Hip & Trendy Background Extras (Non-Union Commercial)

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting stylish background extras with fun, modern energy for upbeat on-camera scenes. Production is looking for talent with a trendy look, confident presence, and natural vibe that fits a youthful, high-style commercial world. This is a local hire opportunity for performers who can work in New Orleans.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in energetic commercial scenes

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

• Bring a stylish, expressive presence that reads well on camera

• Maintain a professional attitude on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Must be comfortable being filmed in a fast-paced commercial environment

• Strong personal style (hip, trendy, fashion-forward looks encouraged)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction quickly

• Local hire able to work in New Orleans (no travel provided)

• Able to provide recent photos and basic casting details for consideration

Compensation

• $400 flat rate (non-union)

Black Grandmother Who Can Braid Hair (Non-Union Commercial)

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting a Black grandmother with real hair-braiding skills for a family-centered on-camera spot. Production is looking for warm, authentic talent who can comfortably braid hair on set and bring natural, welcoming energy to camera. This is a local hire commercial opportunity for talent who can work in New Orleans.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a grandmother in a commercial scene

• Braid hair naturally and confidently on set as part of the action

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

• Maintain a friendly, professional presence in a fast-paced production environment

Requirements

• Black female talent, grandmother age range

• Must be able to braid hair (real skill required)

• Comfortable being filmed for a commercial and working with family-style scenes

• Local hire able to work in New Orleans (no travel provided)

• Able to provide recent photos and basic casting details for consideration

Compensation

• $400 flat rate (non-union)

Thesis Short Film Casting – Paid Lead & Supporting Roles (SAG Micro-Budget)

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA micro-budget thesis short film is casting actors and musician-performers for a character-driven story about a band facing a major breakup just weeks before a big move. This short film casting call is open to both union and non-union talent, with select paid roles. Filming is scheduled to shoot in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead or supporting character in a narrative short film

• Take direction for blocking, timing, and emotional beats in scripted scenes

• For musician roles: perform convincingly as a band member (instrument experience is a plus)

• For singing roles: deliver vocals on camera as required for the character

Requirements

• SAG micro-budget compliant project (union and non-union actors welcome)

• Must be available to work in Bergen County, NJ (local hire strongly preferred)

• Roles currently sought include:

  • Chris Li (Lead, 19, Male, Chinese-American) — must be able to sing

  • Ash Chadarah (Lead, 21, Male, South Asian) — bassist; bass experience preferred

  • Stella (Supporting, 19, Female, Black) — must be able to sing; bass experience preferred

  • Martinez (Supporting, 20, Male, Hispanic/Latino) — drummer; drum experience preferred

  • Hasan (Supporting, 21, Male, Middle Eastern) — guitarist/poet; guitar experience preferred

  • Chris’ Mother (Supporting, 50s, Female, Chinese-American)

  • Chris’ Father (Supporting, 50s, Male, Chinese-American)

  • Jeremy Li (Supporting, 16–18, Male, Chinese-American)

Compensation

• Paid roles available (rates disclosed upon selection/booking)

Suspicious Friend of the Perp (Male, 20s–30s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for a “Suspicious Friend of the Perp” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent in their 20s–30s who can bring a tense, watchable presence and deliver believable reactions that help sell the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a suspicious friend character in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Deliver natural, readable reactions and body language without dialogue

• Remain professional on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–30s

• Strong on-camera presence; able to play “shifty” or suspicious through expression and posture

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Perp’s Mother (Female, 40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Perp’s Mother” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking female talent in their 40s who can bring believable, grounded reactions to support the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Perp’s Mother” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Deliver natural, emotionally appropriate reactions without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism on a working set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Female talent, age range 40s

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Perp’s Father (Male, 40s–50s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Perp’s Father” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent in their 40s–50s who can deliver grounded, believable reactions and help create realistic family moments within the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Perp’s Father” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Deliver natural, emotionally appropriate reactions without dialogue

• Remain professional on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 40s–50s

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Feature Film Extras – Party Scene (Non-Union)

Job Description
A feature film is urgently casting non-union background actors for a lively party scene. Production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 21–35, who can realistically blend into an on-camera bar environment. This is a fast turnaround background casting opportunity for local talent who can work on set in Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a partygoer in a bar scene

• Follow direction from the AD team for movement, timing, and continuity

• React naturally in the environment (socializing, mingling, background action)

• Remain professional and camera-ready for multiple takes

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities

• Age range: 21–35

• Must be 21+ (scene takes place in a real bar)

• Non-union talent

• Must be a local hire and able to work in Austin (no travel provided)

• Comfortable with a quick booking process and last-minute call time

Compensation

• $125 / 12 hours

Rick’s Wife (White Female, 40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Rick’s Wife” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking a white female in her 40s with an attractive, natural on-camera look who can follow direction and help portray realistic relationship moments within the story. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Rick’s Wife” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, reactions, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent performance throughout filming

• Work professionally in a crewed environment and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• White female talent, age range 40s

• Attractive, natural on-camera presence

• Comfortable appearing in true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Firefighters (Male, 20s–40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting male background actors to portray firefighters in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is looking for talent in their 20s–40s who can take direction well, move naturally in uniformed action, and help create realistic emergency-response moments on camera. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence while working around crew and equipment

• Perform light physical action as needed for emergency-response staging

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Comfortable working on camera in a true crime reenactment setting

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Trucker (White Male) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a “Trucker” suspect role for reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking a white male with an intimidating presence and a distinctive look—facial hair encouraged, with long hair or an interesting, rugged vibe. This on-camera reenactment role includes tobacco-chewing content, so applicants must be comfortable portraying that action. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a trucker suspect in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for movement, blocking, and continuity across multiple takes

• Perform on-camera actions as directed, including tobacco-chewing portrayal

• Maintain a consistent look and professional set etiquette throughout filming

Requirements

• White male talent

• Intimidating build/features; beard or facial hair preferred

• Long hair or an interesting, rugged look is a plus

• Comfortable with tobacco-chewing content on camera (portrayal required)

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Bank Tellers (Female, 40s–60s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting female background actors to portray bank tellers in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking talent ages 40s–60s who can deliver natural, believable workplace reactions and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bank teller in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence while working around a full crew

• React naturally in background action to support scene realism

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 40s–60s

• Comfortable working on camera in a true crime reenactment setting

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $100/day

Detective Extra #1 (Male, 35–50) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a detective background role for reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent ages 35–50 with a fit build who can work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This is a great opportunity for performers who can take direction well, hit marks, and maintain continuity in crime recreation storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a professional on-set presence and stay camera-ready between setups

• Work comfortably in a production environment with realistic crime scene action

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–50

• Fit build

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work locally in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

• Reliable availability for the required production days (may be one or multiple days)

Compensation

• $125/day