Video Creative (Producer)

Coffee Shop Waitress Background Role

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting female background talent to portray a coffee shop waitress. This role involves light service-style movement and background interaction in a café setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coffee shop waitress in background scenes

• Perform light, natural service movements

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Maintain a professional appearance

Requirements

• Female performers

• Ages 18+

• Any ethnicity

• Experience helpful but not required

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Coffee Shop Background Extras

Job Description
A television series is casting background talent to portray customers in coffee shop scenes. This role helps bring everyday realism to interior café settings and is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a coffee shop customer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity during filming

• Remain professional on set

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Comfortable working indoors on a TV set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Background Cars (Hospital & Gym Scenes)

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background talent with vehicles for hospital and gym scenes. This role involves appearing in exterior and interior scenes to help create realistic environments. Talent must be comfortable being on set and following direction during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent with your vehicle

• Participate in hospital and gym scene setups

• Follow on-set direction and timing cues

• Remain available for scheduled filming hours

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have a reliable vehicle

• Comfortable working on a TV set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• $20 car bump if selected

True Crime Recreation Role – Victim

Job Description
A non-union true crime television series for a major network is casting a male performer to portray a victim in a crime recreation scene. This role is part of a dramatic reenactment with no scripted dialogue and is filmed in a controlled, low-pressure environment. The production is seeking talent with a strong physical presence to match a specific character profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a true crime reenactment scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Perform non-speaking, physical acting for realism

• Maintain professionalism during evening filming

Requirements

• Male talent, late teens to 20s

• Athletic or college football-style build

• Preferred height 6’1” or taller

• Comfortable portraying scripted violence and alcohol-related scenes

• Non-union performers only

• Must be available during the scheduled filming window

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Historical Internal Video Background Roles

Job Description
A historical internal video production is casting male talent for paid background roles portraying members of a real-life business family across different decades. This vintage-style shoot will feature short vignette scenes inspired by the 1940s era and beyond. Talent may appear in one or more scenes, with no full-day commitment required. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in period work and historical storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historical characters in short internal video scenes

• Follow creative direction to match specific time periods and family roles

• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance and performance

• Work efficiently during short, scheduled shoot windows

Requirements

• Male talent only

• Roles available for multiple age ranges, including younger adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors

• Must be able to portray family members at different life stages

• Clean-shaven or willing to shave for period accuracy

• Comfortable working in a historical, vintage-style production

• Father-and-son pairings are encouraged

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Flat-rate compensation

• Short filming commitment (part of the day only)

• Professional experience on a historical video production

Teen Extras for Television Series

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting teens for paid, non-speaking background roles. This opportunity is ideal for young performers looking to gain professional on-set experience while working on a major TV production. Filming will take place in the western suburbs, with multiple shoot days available.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted television scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected (optional but helpful)

Requirements

• Teens ages 16–18

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Available to work multiple shoot days in the western suburbs

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking extra on a TV set

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard extra pay rates

• Valuable on-set experience with a professional television production

Teen Passenger Background Role

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting teen performers to appear as passengers in multiple scenes. This background role is ideal for teens interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a professional TV series. Talent must be able to commit to multiple shoot days and participate in a possible wardrobe fitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a passenger in scripted television scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Remain professional and attentive during filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Teens ages 16–18

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must be available for multiple filming days

• A parent or guardian must be available for coordination and check-in

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard background pay

• Professional on-set experience on a television production

Female Athlete for Educational Video

Job Description
A global educational video project is casting a female athlete for a short K–12 video segment. This role features an athletic performance moment and is ideal for young talent with strong long-jump ability. Filming is brief, professional, and focused on showcasing physical skill in an educational setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a long jump on camera as part of an educational video

• Follow simple on-set direction from the production team

• Present athletic ability clearly and confidently on camera

• Maintain professionalism during a short filming session

Requirements

• Female athlete ages 16–22

• Must be able to long jump approximately 3.5 meters

• Comfortable performing athletic movement on camera

• Available for a short filming commitment

Compensation

• Paid role

• Short filming time (approximately 1–1.5 hours)

• Professional on-set experience for an educational video

Stand-In Role for Television Production

Job Description
A scripted television production is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in to support continuity and lighting setups on set. This non-speaking stand-in role is ideal for talent with a close physical match to a principal actor and availability for professional on-set work. Prior on-set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during technical setups

• Maintain consistent positioning, posture, and movement as directed

• Work closely with the crew to support lighting and camera preparation

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian female

• Light brown or dark blonde hair

• Height between 5’3” and 5’4”

• Weight range between 105–125 lbs

• Must closely match the required physical specifications

• Available to work as a non-speaking stand-in on a TV set

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role on a professional television production

Restaurant Commercial Casting – Principal Roles

Job Description
A restaurant commercial is casting principal talent for a polished, non-speaking commercial shoot. This production is seeking sophisticated performers to portray restaurant patrons and kitchen professionals in visually driven scenes. Talent may be cast as individuals or as a real couple, and all roles require a refined, camera-ready presence. Filming will take place in South Florida, and local hires only will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a principal performer in a restaurant commercial

• Portray natural, believable interactions in non-speaking scenes

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and performance

• Maintain a professional, polished appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be local to South Florida

• Comfortable working in a non-speaking, visual performance role

• No visible tattoos

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Patron Husband

    • Male, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

    • No long beards

  • Patron Wife

    • Female, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

  • Butcher / Chef

    • Male, ages 30–40

    • Any ethnicity

    • No long hair or long beards; willing to shave if needed

    • Comfortable cutting large cuts of meat and properly handling knives

    • Restaurant or culinary experience is a plus

Compensation

• Principal talent rate: $850 per day

• Usage and industry deductions apply

• Paid commercial role

Marching Band Performers for Major Apparel Campaign

Job Description
A major apparel brand is casting a local marching band for a professional commercial shoot. This project is seeking experienced musicians who can perform confidently on camera and visually represent a high school–style marching band. Talent will participate in fittings and a full shoot day as part of a high-profile apparel campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a marching band in a commercial shoot

• Play marching band instruments such as drums, brass, woodwinds, or percussion

• Follow creative and performance direction on set

• Maintain energy, timing, and visual coordination during filming

Requirements

• Must be a local hire

• Legal age 18+ but must convincingly look like a high school senior

• Open to all genders and all ethnicities

• Must have marching band experience

• Must provide photos or videos demonstrating musical skills

• Comfortable working on camera in a performance setting

Compensation

• Fitting pay: $250 (up to 3 hours)

• Session pay: $500 (up to 8-hour shoot day)

• Usage pay: $1,500 (guaranteed at booking)

• Usage rate subject to standard industry deductions

Youth Soccer Players and Soccer Parents for Apparel Campaign

Job Description
A commercial apparel campaign is casting youth soccer players and real soccer parents for a kids’ clothing shoot. This project is seeking energetic boys and girls who play soccer, along with authentic soccer families, to appear in a professional apparel production. Filming will take place in Miami and will showcase active, real-life soccer moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera apparel shoot for a kids’ clothing brand

• Perform basic soccer movements naturally on set

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams

• Represent an active soccer lifestyle in a fun, family-friendly environment

Requirements

• Boys and girls who fit children’s clothing size 7/8

• Youth soccer players with team or recreational experience

• Real soccer parents to appear alongside youth players

• Must be available across the listed shoot window

• Must be comfortable on camera in an active setting

Compensation

• Youth soccer players: $500

• Soccer parents: $1,000

• Paid commercial apparel roles