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New Background Actors for “Beyond the Gates”

Job Description

The daytime television series “Beyond the Gates” is seeking new background actors for its upcoming season in Doraville, Georgia, and surrounding areas. This open call is specifically for talent who have not previously worked on the series. The production is looking for professional, dependable, and flexible performers, including talent with hospitality experience, upscale wardrobe options, and distinctive character looks.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in daytime television scenes.
• Portray characters in upscale, hospitality, and other production environments.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during potentially long production days.
• Arrive prepared for assigned background roles and scenes.

Requirements

• Must be new to “Beyond the Gates” and have not previously worked on the series.
• Open to all backgrounds, ages, genders, body types, and appearances.
• Bartending, serving, waitstaff, or upscale hospitality experience is especially encouraged.
• Talent with polished, upscale, or formal wardrobe options is encouraged.
• Distinctive and interesting character looks are welcome.
• Must have flexible weekday availability.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Doraville, Georgia, and surrounding areas.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; rate details will be discussed.

Biracial Baby Background Actors for “The Burbs”

Job Description

A Los Angeles production is seeking babies ages 6–10 months to portray biracial babies in “The Burbs.” Selected babies will work as paid background actors, with skin tones similar to the provided casting reference. Families should be based in or able to work as local hires in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a baby background actor in scenes for the production.
• Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.
• Remain available for production needs during scheduled filming.
• Follow on-set direction and production guidelines for infant performers.

Requirements

• Babies must be 6–10 months old.
• Must be suitable to portray a biracial baby.
• Skin tone should be similar to the casting reference.
• Must be available to work in Los Angeles.
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany the baby as required.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate details will be discussed with selected talent.

Harlan Coben’s “Myron Bolitar” – Upscale Party Guests

Job Description

A production of Harlan Coben’s “Myron Bolitar” is seeking union and non-union talent to portray upscale, wealthy party guests for scenes filming in Long Island, New York. Background actors will appear in elegant interior and exterior party scenes and should be comfortable portraying sophisticated guests in a high-end social setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale, wealthy guest at an elegant party.
• Perform naturally in interior and exterior background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a polished and professional presence on set.
• Wear appropriate high-end business or cocktail attire for the role.

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union talent.
• Must be available to work as a local hire in Long Island, New York.
• Must be comfortable portraying an upscale, affluent party guest.
• Ability to provide a polished, classic, and sophisticated appearance.
• Must be available for both required filming days.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate details will be discussed with selected talent.

Netflix’s “Women Like Us” – Winery Guests

Job Description

A Netflix feature film is seeking non-union Hamptons locals for paid background acting roles in Sagaponack, New York. The production is looking for diverse talent to portray upscale winery guests and visitors enjoying a day at a local winery. This opportunity is open to local performers who can bring a natural, polished presence to an exterior winery scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale winery guest or visitor in background scenes.
• Participate naturally in exterior winery scenes as directed.
• Follow production instructions and maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared and remain professional while on set.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Must be local to the Hamptons, New York area.
• Able to work as a local hire in Sagaponack, New York.
• Comfortable portraying an upscale winery guest or visitor.
• Open to diverse Hamptons locals.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours of work per day.
• Paid background acting opportunity.

Men Ages 18–25 with Golf or Basketball Skills for Nike Jordan Campaign

Job Description

A Nike Jordan campaign is seeking men in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area with golf or basketball skills for an upcoming advertising production. The campaign is looking for unique, edgy local talent with a strong sense of street style, youthful energy, and a mature, confident presence. Selected talent may work multiple shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional Nike Jordan advertising campaign.
• Demonstrate golf or basketball skills as directed during production.
• Participate in photography and on-camera content.
• Bring authentic personality and street style to the campaign.
• Follow creative direction throughout the production.

Requirements

• Men, ages 18–25.
• Philadelphia-area local.
• Must have some skill or experience in golf or basketball.
• Seeking Black, Asian, Native American, Indian, Indigenous, Middle Eastern, North African, and Latinx talent.
• Strong personal style and confident on-camera presence.
• Youthful energy with a mature appearance and attitude.

Compensation

• $2,000 + 20% per day.
• Travel and accommodation expenses covered by production.
• Additional one-day rate if the optional expanded usage is exercised.

James – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A true crime television production is seeking a male actor to portray James in an upcoming episode filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The role calls for a bald white male who can deliver a natural and convincing performance for a crime recreation series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray James in a true crime television recreation.
• Perform scenes according to the production’s creative direction.
• Deliver a natural and believable on-camera performance.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.
• Maintain continuity and follow instructions throughout filming.

Requirements

• White male, ages 30–40s.
• Bald.
• Clean-shaven or with light stubble.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Comfortable performing in a true crime recreation production.

Compensation

• $200 per day flat rate.

Detective Lynch – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Detective Lynch. This Knoxville, Tennessee-area casting opportunity is looking for talent who can match the character description and comfortably perform dramatic reenactment scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content. The role does not include scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Lynch in a true crime television recreation.
• Perform dramatic reenactment scenes without scripted dialogue.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism while working with sensitive dramatic material.

Requirements

• White male, ages 30–40s.
• Buzzed haircut.
• Must resemble the provided character reference.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Detective Andrews – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Detective Andrews. This Knoxville, Tennessee-area casting opportunity is looking for talent who can match the character description and comfortably perform dramatic reenactment scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content. The role does not include scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Andrews in a true crime television recreation.
• Perform dramatic reenactment scenes without scripted dialogue.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism while working with sensitive dramatic material.

Requirements

• White male, ages 30–40s.
• Dark hair with a buzz-cut hairstyle.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Must resemble the provided character reference.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Lucas – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Lucas. This Knoxville, Tennessee-area casting opportunity is looking for talent who can closely match the character description and comfortably perform dramatic reenactment scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content. The role does not include scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lucas in a true crime television recreation.
• Perform dramatic reenactment scenes without scripted dialogue.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism while working with sensitive dramatic material.

Requirements

• White male in his 20s.
• Short brown hair.
• No facial hair.
• Must resemble the provided character reference.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $200 per day.

George – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray George. This Knoxville, Tennessee-area casting call is looking for talent who can closely match the character description and confidently perform dramatic reenactment scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content. The role does not include scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray George in a true crime television recreation.
• Perform dramatic reenactment scenes without scripted dialogue.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and simulated murder content.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and focus while working with sensitive dramatic material.

Requirements

• White male in his 20s.
• Blonde hair, preferably longer.
• Slim build.
• Must resemble the provided reference appearance.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and simulated murder scenes.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $200 per day.