Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured Background Boys Needed for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major motion picture is casting featured background boys to portray sons in a period drama filming in the Buffalo, NY area. This is a great opportunity for young talent with a natural, believable on-camera presence. The production is seeking both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent, and roles will be featured in scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “son” role in a film scene.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, reactions, and continuity.

• Maintain consistent look and performance across multiple takes.

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a busy set environment.

Requirements

• Boys ages 10–15 (featured background roles).

• Caucasian; light brown to dirty blonde hair preferred to match family look.

• Comfortable working on camera and taking direction.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area.

• Parent/guardian must be available for any required minor work guidelines.

Compensation

• Paid featured background role.

• Union rate for SAG-AFTRA background (8-hour guarantee); non-union talent considered.

Big Time Feature Film Casting: Senior Couple and Waitress

Job Description
A new independent feature film is casting background actors for featured roles in Chicago. The production is seeking a senior couple and a waitress for scenes that will be heavily featured, making this a strong opportunity for performers looking to gain meaningful on-camera time in a feature film. Talent may apply as a pair or individually, depending on the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a senior couple or waitress in featured background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team to support scene action and tone
• Maintain continuity across takes (movement, reactions, wardrobe consistency)
• Arrive prepared, on time, and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago
• Senior couple: screen age 65+ (can apply as a pair or solo)
• Waitress: screen age 45–65
• Comfortable working on a film set and taking direction
• Reliable, punctual, and able to provide current photos upon request

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

Sydney-Based Actors Needed for Feature Film “Popular” (Male Roles)

Job Description
Male actors are needed for a feature film titled “Popular,” casting Sydney-based talent for three character-driven roles. These parts are written as teenage male characters and include emotionally charged relationship dynamics, with intimacy and fight scenes noted for the roles. Performers should be comfortable working with direction, building chemistry with scene partners, and delivering grounded, modern performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Audition for one or more principal male roles in a feature film

• Perform scripted scenes that include relationship drama and emotional conflict

• Build believable chemistry with scene partners

• Participate in required intimacy scenes (as scripted)

• Perform or stage fight scenes safely under direction

Requirements

• Sydney-based talent only

• Must be 18+ (to portray ages 16–17)

• Comfortable with intimacy scenes (role dependent)

• Comfortable with fight scenes (role dependent)

• Strong acting ability with modern, natural delivery

• Roles available:

  • Sage (he/him, plays 16–17): football team captain, loyal “nice guy,” unsure about feelings and relationships

  • Tom (he/him, plays 16–17): confident, outgoing footballer, Savannah’s love interest under pressure

  • Nathan (he/him, plays 16–17): image-focused, self-assured “mean guy” footballer type

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description
A film production working with a creditable director is seeking 10 female talent for a paid on-camera film scene. Talent must be able to work in the Alpharetta area and be available for immediate participation in the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured/background talent in a film scene.

• Follow direction from the director and production team.

• Maintain a professional, punctual, and cooperative attitude on set.

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for filming.

Requirements

• Female talent (10 roles).

• Must be able to work in Alpharetta (Atlanta-area).

• Must be available to attend filming on short notice and arrive promptly.

• Comfortable being on camera in a film scene.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking).

Recurring Background Extras for Feature Film “Gift of Love”

Job Description
Recurring background extras are needed for a feature film titled “Gift of Love” filming in the Punderson, Ohio area (about 45 minutes from Cleveland). These are paid, recurring extra roles, and full availability across all required shoot dates is essential. This opportunity is a strong fit for reliable talent who can maintain continuity, follow direction, and appear across multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as recurring background talent across multiple shoot days

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain consistent wardrobe and look as required for recurring scenes

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the filming day

• Support the production environment by staying attentive between takes

Requirements

• Must be fully available for all required shoot dates for the role

• Must be able to work in Punderson, Ohio as a local hire or travel independently

• Comfortable working as recurring background in a feature film

• Two recent photos preferred (headshot and full-body; professional not required)

• Recurring roles available:

  • Team A (2 teammates: 1 male, 1 female as a couple), ages 60s+

  • Team B (2 teammates: 2 males), ages 50s+

Compensation

• $100 per 8 hours

Featured Film Day Player Roles (Cleveland Local Hire)

Job Description
A featured film project is casting day-player talent for a holiday-themed production filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. These are paid, local-hire roles for actors who can deliver grounded, character-driven performances with personality and presence. Filming takes place during the production window, and selected talent should be available for on-set work in the Cleveland area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a day-player in featured scenes for a narrative feature film

• Take direction and deliver natural, believable performances on camera

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming days

• Maintain continuity, wardrobe readiness, and on-set focus

• Arrive prepared and punctual for call times and filming requirements

Requirements

• Must be willing to work as a Cleveland, Ohio local hire

• Comfortable working as a day player on a feature film set

• Strong character acting and ability to bring realism and charm to scenes

• Roles available:

  • Ricky Melendez (Male, late 50s–60s, Hispanic): Delphia’s father—practical, dry humor, grounded, proud, focused on security over sentimentality

  • Etienne (Male, late 30s, Caucasian): Parisian investor—sophisticated, smooth, opportunistic; must be able to speak French at times

Compensation

• Ricky Melendez: $200 per day

• Etienne: $154 per day

Job Description

A low-budget proof-of-concept short film is casting background performers to portray medieval knights and foot soldiers in an action-focused battle sequence. This is a non-speaking background opportunity with the potential for select performers to be featured. Performers must be comfortable with swordplay on camera and able to arrive camera-ready in their own medieval look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medieval battle warriors (knights/foot soldiers) in background action scenes

• Perform basic staged combat and swordplay (self-directed, fast-paced set)

• Follow on-set direction for timing, spacing, and safety during battle choreography

• Maintain wardrobe/armor continuity and arrive fully costumed and ready to work

Requirements

• Male legal adults (approx. ages 18–50s)

• Must provide your own medieval wardrobe/armor (1000–1200s-era look)

• Must arrive costume-ready and prepared for a quick-moving shoot

• Must have safe weapons/props (preferred; bring what you can)

• Experience preferred: stage combat, reenactment, Buhurt, HEMA, SCA, or similar (but not required if you can perform convincing broadsword-style combat)

• Non-union

• Limited availability (production may cap the number of performers)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid passion project

• Meal provided after the shoot

Job Description
A UBC film production is casting talent for an upcoming narrative project shooting on 16mm film. Production is seeking performers for three scripted roles in a surreal, character-driven story centered on a housewife’s transformation and the shifting dynamics within her home. Selected talent will be featured on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes as directed, maintaining character consistency throughout the shoot.
• Take direction on set and collaborate professionally with cast and crew.
• Participate in wardrobe/hair/makeup as needed to support the role and story.
• Be prepared for multiple takes and continuity requirements typical of film production.

Requirements

• Joyce Green (Female, 30s–50s): Must be able to portray a suburban housewife experiencing personal transformation and an awakening that blurs the line between clarity and unraveling.
• Saul Green (Male, 40s–50s): Must be able to portray a working-class husband with grounded realism, quiet frustration, and emotional subtext beneath a stoic exterior.
• Hilda (Female, 50s–70s): Must be able to portray a faith-driven woman with warmth, sincerity, and calm authority.
• Comfortable working on camera in a film set environment.
• Professional, punctual, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid role
• Food provided

Job Description

A production is casting male and female non-speaking extras to appear as a featured Nurse in a hospital scene. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, and surrounding border states to Illinois. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Nurse in a featured, non-speaking background role.

• Follow direction from the director and on-set team to support the scene’s realism and continuity.

• Maintain a professional, set-ready attitude and be camera-ready throughout filming.

• Provide accurate wardrobe sizing details to support costuming needs.

Requirements

• Males and females, all ethnicities, 20s to 50s.

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, and surrounding border states to IL only.

• Must be comfortable working as a featured non-speaking extra in a hospital setting.

• Must submit a recent color photo that reflects your current look (current hair length and facial hair, if applicable).

• Male sizing details: suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe size

• Female sizing details: T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe size

Compensation Details
This is a paid featured non-speaking extra opportunity. Specific pay rate was not provided in the casting notice.

Job Description

A special episode is seeking paid, non-speaking background actors (extras) from the Western Suburbs of Chicago. Casting is open to males and females, all ethnicities, ages 18–70. Talent must be local to the Chicago area and able to work a multi-day shoot. Submissions will be reviewed based on photo, availability, and provided sizing details.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles as directed in a non-speaking capacity.

• Follow on-set instructions from the director and production team.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a professional attitude throughout filming.

• Wear appropriate wardrobe based on your provided sizes (production may assign wardrobe needs).

• Remain available for all required workdays for continuity.

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–70.

• All ethnicities welcome.

• Must be local to the Western Suburbs of Chicago / surrounding Illinois area.

• Must be available for all required shoot days (multi-day commitment required).

• Must submit a recent color photo that reflects your current look (including current hair length and facial hair, if applicable).

• Male sizing details: suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe size

• Female sizing details: T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe size

Compensation Details
This is a paid background acting opportunity. Specific rate details were not provided in the casting notice.