Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

TV Series Background Performer Roles

Job Description
A major television series is now seeking paid background performers for upcoming episodes. This production is looking for people of all ages and ethnicities to help bring realistic, high-energy scenes to life. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for newcomers and experienced background actors alike.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in scripted television scenes
• Portray everyday characters and occupational roles naturally
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Open to all ages and ethnicities
• No acting experience required
• Comfortable working long filming days
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction
• Must be comfortable portraying role-specific background types

Available Background Roles May Include

• Town locals
• Law enforcement types
• Security and guard roles
• Inmates and gang members
• Restaurant and bar patrons
• Other general background roles

Compensation

• $250 guaranteed for up to 12 hours
• Paid background acting role

Background Actor Casting Call for TV Series

Job Description
A television series reboot is seeking Divine 9 Greek members in the Atlanta area to portray college students as paid background actors. This on-camera opportunity is ideal for authentic talent who can bring real campus energy and cultural authenticity to college-life scenes. Talent must be registered with Central Casting Georgia and submit using the provided casting code.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor portraying a college student

• Bring authentic energy and natural reactions to on-camera scenes

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Divine 9 Greek members

• Ages 18 and older

• Based in or able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

• Must submit using casting code HBCU

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

Background Singers for Social Media Reels

Job Description
A social media content shoot is casting background singers to appear in short-form reels for a popular rapper. This role involves acting as part of a 1990s-style male R&B group. No real singing is required—this is a visual, performance-based background role with same-day pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background singer in social media reel content

• Act as part of a 90s-inspired male R&B group

• Follow simple direction and perform for camera

• Maintain energy and character during filming

Requirements

• Male performers only

• African American talent

• Comfortable acting as a music group member

• No singing experience required

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $125 flat rate

• Approximately 2 hours of work

• Same-day pay

CASTING CALL — THE CHI, Season 7
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Television Series
ROLES: 13–14 Year Old Boys
SHOOT DATES: Monday 2/9 through Tuesday 2/10 (with possible additional dates)
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for daytime shoots and flexible for potential additional dates
LOCATION: Chicago, IL and surrounding suburbs
RATE: $175 for up to 9 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

13–14 Year Old Boys
• Gender: Boys
• Age Range: 13–14
• Ethnicity: African American and Latin American
• Must have a valid and current work permit
• Must be able to work as a local hire

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

First Class Lounge Patrons – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray first class lounge patrons in elegant airport lounge scenes. These roles help establish a luxury travel environment and require polished, upscale appearances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first class lounge guest or traveler

• Sit, relax, and interact naturally in lounge settings

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

• Support upscale atmosphere with subtle, realistic behavior

Requirements

• Male and female performers

• Ages 25–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Conservative, upscale, professional appearance

• Business travelers and refined character looks preferred

• No visible tattoos unless fully covered or released

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed), overtime after

First Class Lounge Wait Staff – Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray first class lounge wait staff in refined, upscale airport lounge scenes. This role suits performers with hospitality experience and a polished on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional lounge servers on camera

• Perform natural service actions such as carrying trays and assisting guests

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain an elegant, composed demeanor

Requirements

• Male and female performers

• Ages 21–50

• White or able to portray Native American

• Conservative, clean-cut, professional appearance

• Previous server or wait staff experience required

• No visible tattoos unless fully covered or released

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed), overtime after

First Class Lounge Cooks – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray first class lounge cooks in upscale airport lounge scenes. These roles are ideal for performers who can bring realism and professionalism to high-end kitchen environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first class lounge cook or kitchen staff member

• Perform natural cooking and food prep actions on camera

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Maintain a polished, professional kitchen presence

Requirements

• Male performers

• Ages 25–65

• White or able to portray Native American

• Conservative, clean-cut, professional appearance

• Some cooking, chef, or kitchen experience preferred

• No visible tattoos unless fully covered or released

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Fitting: $42 for up to 2 hours

• Filming: $168 for up to 12 hours (guaranteed), overtime after

Visiting Team – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray members of a visiting college football team, including fans, coaches, and trainers. This role is ideal for performers who can naturally represent the energy and atmosphere surrounding a competitive college football game. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray visiting team fans, coaches, or trainers in football-related scenes

• React naturally during game-day and sideline moments

• Follow blocking, direction, and continuity on set

• Maintain an engaged and realistic presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–65

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable appearing in crowd, sideline, or support-team scenes

• Must NOT have previously portrayed a role for the show’s hero team

• Able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

Compensation

• Non-union background role

• $121 for up to 10 hours

Visiting Football Players – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray visiting football players for a college football team. This role is ideal for athletic performers who can convincingly represent competitive players in game-day and team scenes. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college football player for the visiting team

• Participate in football-related scenes with realistic movement and reactions

• Follow blocking, direction, and continuity on set

• Maintain an athletic, team-ready presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–28

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Athletic build or football-ready appearance preferred

• Must NOT have previously portrayed a football player for the show’s hero team

• Comfortable working in group sports scenes

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Non-union background role

• $121 for up to 10 hours

Tennessee Deputies – Featured Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting men and women to portray Tennessee deputies in director-selected featured background roles. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a clean-cut, authoritative presence to law enforcement scenes. Prior experience in similar roles is welcomed but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Tennessee deputy in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction and blocking from the production team

• Maintain a professional, disciplined, and camera-ready presence

• Participate in wardrobe fitting and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Clean-cut appearance required

• Experience portraying law enforcement or similar roles encouraged

• Must be flexible with availability across multiple filming days

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours of filming

• $50 fitting fee

• Paid featured background role