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1990s Black/Latino Bar Patrons (Background Actors) for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray 1990s-era bar patrons, with a focus on Black and Latino talent. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in paid background acting work on a feature film, helping create an authentic bar atmosphere with period-accurate styling. Filming and a wardrobe fitting will take place in New Jersey (Jersey City and Hoboken area).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lively 1990s bar patron in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a period-accurate look

• Work professionally with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NJ/NY area or able to work as a local

• 1990s-appropriate hair and grooming required (no modern hairstyles)

• Must have valid identification to complete employment paperwork

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $224 / 8 hours

Job Description
A paid feature film for streaming is casting speaking and background roles in the Raleigh–Durham, North Carolina area. Talent must be available for a three-day shoot window in late February. Both union and non-union performers are welcome, and production is seeking experienced actors who can deliver grounded, believable performances for a suspense-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature-length thriller film.

• Take direction well and maintain continuity across multiple takes.

• Arrive camera-ready, professional, and prepared for full production days.

• For background roles, follow set direction and help create realistic scene atmosphere.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Raleigh–Durham, NC area.

• Must be available for all filming days within the three-day shoot window.

• Speaking roles available (any race):

  • Callia Temm: Female, 30s–40s, best friend type.

  • Dr. Robbins: Female, 30s, corrupt doctor.

  • Amanda: Female, 20+, suspicious maid.

  • Lana: Female, 19–25, waitress.

• Speaking roles available (any race):

  • James Arnoldton II: Male, 30s–40s, wealthy and convincing ex-husband.

  • Stephen Beta: Male, 30s–40s, current husband.

  • Richard Shadly: Male, 30s, lawyer.

• Background role:

  • Compensated Paid Background: Needed for various scenes.

Compensation

• Paid work for speaking roles (rate shared upon selection).

• Paid background work (rate shared upon selection).

Paid Background Actors for Horror Feature Film

Job Description
A new horror feature film is casting paid background actors to portray working-class individuals in a small-town setting. Production is looking for people who can appear as neighbors, EMTs, and local workers. Filming will take place in Clio (Plumas County), California, and local talent is strongly preferred. Casting Code: CLIO

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable working-class character in background scenes (neighbors, EMTs, workers).

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity notes throughout filming.

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional during long shoot days.

Requirements

• Ages 25–50, all genders and looks welcome.

• Must be local to Plumas County / able to work in Clio, California.

• Comfortable working as a paid background actor in a horror feature film environment.

• Use Casting Code: CLIO when applying.

Compensation

• $144 per day.

Job Description

A comedy feature film script titled A Comedian Formerly Known as Betty is seeking actors for a private online table read. This is a Zoom-based script reading designed to help the writer hear pacing, tone, and dialogue performed aloud in a relaxed but professional creative setting. This is not a recorded or public performance—it’s a supportive read-through with skilled, engaging actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an online Zoom table read of a feature-length comedy script

• Read assigned character lines with strong timing, tone, and story rhythm

• Follow table read direction and maintain professional Zoom etiquette

• Review the script in advance to deliver an organized, engaging read

• Collaborate respectfully with the writer and other actors in a creative environment

Requirements

• Comfortable performing live over Zoom

• Strong comedic timing and expressive reading skills

• Ability to convey character and emotion through voice and delivery

Roles Being Cast:

• Narrator (Any Gender): Strong, expressive voice with a feel for rhythm, tone, and story

• Comedian Roles (3 roles): Male, ages 25–35, strong comic timing, intelligence, and emotional range

• Police Officer (Small Role): Female or male, ages 35–50, grounded with a confident presence

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

A Concordia student short film titled Just Business is casting the lead role of Michael McAllister. This crime/thriller story follows Michael as he becomes desperate to belong in Montreal’s criminal underworld, with the narrative told through the voice of a respected Québécois gangster, Jacques Dubois. The project is seeking a grounded performer who can carry a dramatic lead role in a short-form crime narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character, Michael McAllister, in a student crime/thriller short film

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team

• Deliver a believable, emotionally driven performance within a gritty criminal-underworld story

• Arrive prepared, professional, and punctual for all scheduled production work

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required by production

Requirements

• Male actor

• Age range: 20–30

• Caucasian

• Any height

• Non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• Unpaid role

Job Description

Seeking English-speaking young actors for an upcoming film shooting in Tijuana. This casting is looking for two child roles and is open to talent who can follow direction, perform naturally on camera, and work with a parent/guardian involved in the submission process. Applicants must be comfortable filming on location in Mexico and able to provide an English introduction video with requested details.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a child actor in scenes for an upcoming film production

• Take direction from the director and production team during filming

• Work cooperatively on set with parent/guardian support as needed

• Submit required introduction materials and details as requested by casting

• Maintain professionalism and readiness during scheduled production activities

Requirements

• English-speaking child actors

• Roles needed:

  • Boy: 13–17 years old

  • Girl: 8–12 years old (black hair)

• Must be able to film in Tijuana, Mexico

Compensation

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice (please inquire when applying)

Job Description

An upcoming action thriller titled Rogue is now casting strong, grounded performers for a gritty survival story centered on Rogue, a disciplined Army veteran who is abducted. This production is seeking actors who can deliver subtle intensity, emotional realism, and character-driven performances in high-stakes scenes. Supporting roles include emotionally grounded characters from Rogue’s past, as well as dangerous antagonistic forces and fellow abducted women. Non-union talent is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role in an action-thriller film with emotionally intense and suspense-driven scenes.

• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and crew.

• Maintain character consistency across takes and scenes.

• Bring believable emotional depth, tension, and grounded realism to your performance.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and production-ready for all scheduled work.

Requirements

• Non-union performers welcome.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta metro area.

• Ability to portray grounded emotion and subtle intensity is strongly preferred.

• Some roles may require physical commitment consistent with an action thriller.

Roles Being Cast (All Paid Supporting Roles):

• Dad (Black American) — Male, 55s–60s. Rogue’s father. A former soldier who trained her survival instincts from a young age. Appears in present day (older) and in flashbacks as a firm but loving guide. Emotionally grounded presence that anchors Rogue’s inner strength.

• Therapist (Any Nationality) — Female, 30s–50s. Well-meaning but disconnected. Pushes Rogue toward emotional softness without understanding the cost of survival. Subtle, conversational role highlighting the gap between therapeutic language and lived experience.

• Lana (Black American) — Female, 20s–30s. One of the abducted women. Terrified, untrained, and overwhelmed. Attempts to follow Rogue’s lead but lacks the conditioning to survive. Strong emotional range needed.

• Tiana (Any Nationality) — Female, 20s–30s. Another abducted woman. Frightened and disoriented; her presence reinforces the stakes and brutality of the situation. Strong emotional range needed.

Compensation

• Paid roles (non-union).

• Compensation details will be provided by production upon selection.

Job Description

A feature-length dramatic film titled What Was Stolen is casting paid speaking roles for local actors. The project explores crime, loyalty, power, and family ties within a high-stakes urban setting. This production is seeking strong performers who can bring depth, intensity, and emotional range to complex characters in a dramatic narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal speaking role in a feature film production

• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team

• Portray emotionally driven scenes that include suspense, confrontation, and dramatic tension

• Attend rehearsals, table reads, and filming sessions as required

• Follow production guidelines and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Must be a local actor able to work as a Houston-area hire

• Strong acting ability with experience in dramatic or crime-based roles preferred

• Comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged characters

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to take direction

• Open to African American male and female performers depending on role

Roles Being Cast Include:

• Rex: African American male, antagonist, intimidating and unpredictable street debt enforcer

• Marcus: African American male, calm, powerful figure with a mysterious past

• Michelle Carter: African American female, mid-30s, strong-willed mother and survivor with street smarts

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation will be provided based on role and production agreement

Asian Male Photo Doubles

Job Description
A feature film is hiring Asian male photo doubles for an upcoming production filming in Savannah, Georgia. This is a great on-set opportunity for performers who closely match the role descriptions and are comfortable working as a photo double. Some roles may require a professional costume fitting and a haircut arranged by the hair department before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on set as a photo double for featured scenes and setups

• Match the look, height/build, and overall appearance needed for the role

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, wardrobe, and production team

• Attend fittings as needed and be camera-ready on shoot days

• Be punctual, professional, and prepared for long filming days

Requirements

• Asian male talent who closely matches the specific photo double needs

• Availability for scheduled shoot days in Savannah, GA

• Comfortable with costume fittings (if required)

• Willing to receive a haircut from the hair department (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and strong on-set professionalism

Compensation

• $180 per shoot day

• $36 fitting pay (if applicable)

• $30 haircut bump (if applicable)

Paid Extras for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is hiring paid extras for a variety of background actor roles. This film extras casting is open to union and non-union talent, with opportunities for diverse looks and everyday character types. No acting experience is required—just bring a great attitude, take direction well, and be ready for a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and background team

• Maintain continuity between takes (wardrobe, actions, positioning)

• Work professionally on set and stay performance-ready during holding

Requirements

• All genders and all ethnicities welcome

• Must be 18+

• Union and non-union talent welcome

• Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S.

• Background types may include stand-ins, locals, tourists, upscale partygoers, waitstaff/bartenders, and more

• Comfortable providing recent, clear photos for casting consideration

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate shared upon selection)