Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

1960s Savannah Pedestrians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting 1960s Savannah pedestrians for background extra work. Production is seeking Black men and women ages 18–80 who can help create an authentic street atmosphere with natural, camera-ready movement and reactions. If you have a classic look and can follow direction on set, this is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional period film/TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1960s-era pedestrian in street scenes with natural movement and realistic reactions.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a period-appropriate look and stay consistent across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work in a professional set environment.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe/costume needs.

Requirements

• Black men and women, ages 18–80.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Clean-shaven or mustache-only looks preferred (period-appropriate).

• Natural hair colors preferred; visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered.

• Comfortable wearing 1960s-style wardrobe provided or assigned by costume.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Featured Firefighter Role: Clean-Shaven Men with Short Hair (TV Series)

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting featured background talent to portray a firefighter (real firefighter experience welcome, but not required). Production is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair, ages 20s–30s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid, non-speaking featured role with a higher rate than standard background, and a wardrobe fitting is expected. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can bring confident, professional presence on camera, this is a great featured extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured firefighter on camera with believable movement and professional presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during takes and resets.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain attentive, camera-ready, and professional during long shoot days.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe and attend fitting if required.

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Ages 20s–30s (or able to portray).

• Comfortable with a non-speaking featured role and long filming days.

• Must not submit on-set wardrobe photos; submit recent, clear photos only.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours (featured pay rate).

Union Male Talent Needed for TV Comedy Series (New Faces)

Job Description
A TV comedy series is casting new faces for union background roles in an upcoming shoot. Production is seeking two white male performers in their early to mid-20s with a hockey/jock type look. This is a great opportunity for ACTRA talent looking to book professional on-camera work and gain experience on a scripted comedy set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters with natural, believable reactions in scripted scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, stay camera-ready, and remain professional throughout the day.

• Work respectfully with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White male talent, early to mid-20s (or able to portray).

• Hockey/jock type look preferred.

• ACTRA union members only.

• Must be a new face (not previously used on this series).

• Must have current photos (chest-up and full-length) and be reliable and punctual.

Compensation

• Paid union background role (rate provided per ACTRA agreement upon selection).

TV Series Background Extras: Clean-Shaven Men & Women for “White Shirt” Roles

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring background actors for “White Shirt” roles. Casting is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair and women, ages 40s to 60s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid extra opportunity for local talent who can work professionally on set, follow direction, and arrive wardrobe-ready. A wardrobe fitting may be required, and production needs submissions ASAP for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in “White Shirt” scenes with natural, believable reactions.

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

• Wear production-approved wardrobe (white shirt) and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain camera-ready, attentive, and professional during long shoot days.

• Communicate clearly with production about prior work on the series (if applicable).

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Men: clean-shaven with short hair; Women: camera-ready appearance.

• Ages 40s to 60s; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting if requested.

• Must be comfortable with non-speaking extra work and long filming days.

• Do not submit photos taken on set in wardrobe (professional/personal photos only).

Compensation

• $132 for 8 hours (non-speaking background rate).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Featured Background Teen Girls (Ages 13–14) for Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is now casting Asian teen girls ages 13–14 for featured background roles. This is a paid opportunity for young performers who are comfortable on camera, can follow direction on a professional set, and want real film set experience. If your teen has great on-camera presence and can work as a local hire in Austin, this is a strong chance to earn a screen credit and get exposure to a major production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a feature film scene with natural reactions and presence.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional throughout multiple takes.

• Work well in a set environment with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and appearance for continuity across scenes.

Requirements

• Teen girls ages 13–14 (must be able to portray this age range).

• Asian talent only.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided).

• Parent/guardian must be available to coordinate and support the minor on set as required.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full production day.

Compensation

• $150 per day (production day rate; schedule may run up to 12 hours).

Zombie Movie Extras (Overnight Shoot)

Job Description
A zombie movie is now casting background actors to appear as on-camera extras in an overnight film shoot. Production is seeking men and women (18+) of all ethnicities who can commit to late-night hours, stay energized on set, and follow direction for zombie-style movement and atmosphere scenes. If you love horror projects and want film extra experience, this is a solid paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a zombie movie extra, following direction for movement, pacing, and reactions.

• Take guidance from the assistant directors for background action and continuity.

• Maintain wardrobe/makeup continuity as required for horror scenes.

• Be professional and camera-ready for long overnight filming hours.

• Work well with other extras and crew in busy set environments.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+ (must be able to work overnight).

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Comfortable with horror/zombie-themed performance and physical movement.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full overnight shoot.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (travel not provided).

Compensation

• $100–$200 flat rate (based on role and production needs).

Little League Game Day Roles: Families, Spectators, and Umpire

Job Description
A scripted production is casting background and featured atmosphere roles for a Little League baseball game day scene. Talent is needed to portray Little League families and spectators, minor family members, and a Little League umpire. This is a great opportunity for performers and real people who can bring authentic game-day energy, follow on-set direction, and help build a lively baseball crowd environment. Guaranteed pay applies, with overtime available when filming runs long.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Little League crowd member, family attendee, or game-day participant on camera.

• Follow direction for reactions, cheering, movement, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Take direction quickly and remain professional in a busy set environment.

• For umpire role: perform basic umpire actions and movement in game play moments.

Requirements

• Little League Families & Spectators: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+.

• Little League Family Members (Minors): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 8–17 (must have parent/guardian coordination).

• Little League Umpire: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+; umpire/baseball experience preferred.

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must keep sizing information accurate for wardrobe needs.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full filming day that may run long.

Compensation

• $96 guaranteed for up to 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Background Patrons (With or Without Car)

Job Description
A TV production is casting background patrons to appear in restaurant-style scenes. Casting is seeking fresh faces who can bring natural, everyday energy on camera and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Talent may be booked as a standard patron or as a patron with a car, which includes an additional car bump. If you’re local to Atlanta and ready for paid background work, this is a great last-chance opportunity to get on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in background scenes with natural reactions and realistic movement.

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

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent actions throughout filming.

• If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and maintain vehicle continuity for the scene.

• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

• Comfortable working as background talent in a restaurant environment.

• Must provide recent clear photos and basic details for consideration.

• If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red or white; be ready to share car year, make, model, and color.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full shoot day.

Compensation

• $175 for up to 12 hours.

• $35 car bump (if booked with a car).

Featured Background Roles: Baseball Family (Mom + Son)

Job Description
A scripted production is casting featured background talent to portray a baseball family connected to a principal character. Seeking a Caucasian woman (20s–30s) to play the wife/mother and a Caucasian boy (around age 9) to play the son. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking for featured extra work with guaranteed pay, overtime eligibility, and additional bumps for featured days and fittings. Baseball experience is a plus for the youth role, especially Little League.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable baseball family in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for timing, movement, and continuity.

• Remain camera-ready and consistent across multiple takes and setups.

• Arrive prepared for long production days, including early call times when required.

• Bring a professional attitude and collaborate smoothly with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Adult Role: Caucasian female, ages 20s–30s, comfortable portraying a wife/mother.

• Youth Role: Caucasian male child, age 9 (or able to portray 9); baseball/Little League experience preferred.

• Must be able to work as local talent and provide accurate sizes for wardrobe.

• Must be able to supply basic wardrobe options that fit the provided guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to full filming days (days may run long).

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours guaranteed (time-and-a-half after 8 hours).

• $50 featured bump per filming day.

• $20 fitting bump (if a fitting is required).

Music Video Talent (Featured Extras)

Job Description
A paid music video is casting in Los Angeles for on-camera talent with “cool kid” energy, standout style, and unique looks. Production is looking for performers who can bring swagger, personality, and authentic presence on camera for dynamic music video scenes. If you love the camera, have strong style, and can take direction on a fast-moving set, this is a great paid extra opportunity in DTLA and Glendale.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured background talent in music video scenes.

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and group action.

• Bring strong personality, confidence, and natural reactions on camera.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready during filming.

• Work efficiently with the team in a quick-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Los Angeles (DTLA and/or Glendale).

• Must have a “cool kid” look, strong personal style, and unique appearance.

• Comfortable being filmed and taking direction on set.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full shoot time booked.

• Previous music video or on-camera experience is a plus, but not required.

Compensation

• $150 for 3 hours (DTLA booking).

• $200 for 3 hours (Glendale booking).

• NET15 payment terms.