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East Asian Grandparents for Netflix Series Background Roles

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking non-union background actors of East Asian descent to portray grandparents in scenes set in Manhattan’s Chinatown. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for older performers who can bring authenticity and warmth to the production while working on location in New York City.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray grandparents in background scenes for a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create an authentic Chinatown community setting.
• Maintain continuity throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• East Asian descent.
• Ages 65–85.
• Must be available to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable participating in outdoor filming.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.

Twin Newborn Babies for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking Caucasian or Latino twin newborns for featured scenes in an upcoming episode filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is open to both twin boys and twin girls weighing 10 pounds or less. Production provides an experienced baby nurse on set and maintains a safe, supportive environment for newborn performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as twin newborns in television scenes.
• Participate in a professionally supervised production environment.
• Work with a parent or legal guardian throughout filming.
• Follow production scheduling for newborn performers.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino twin newborns.
• Twin boys or twin girls.
• Must weigh 10 pounds or less.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states eligible to work in Illinois.
• Must obtain the required Illinois work permit for newborn performers.
• Parent or legal guardian must be available throughout production.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours of work.

Photo Double for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting a photo double for an upcoming production in the Chicago area. Producers are seeking a clean-shaven Latino male with a slim-to-medium build who closely matches the specified physical characteristics. This is a great paid opportunity for performers interested in photo double work on a television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming.
• Match the actor’s appearance for wide shots and insert shots.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Latino male.
• Height between 5’11” and 6’1″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 20–40s.
• Must be clean-shaven or willing to shave.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states eligible to work in Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or background experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.
• Lunch provided.

Party Goers for TV Pilot

Job Description

A television pilot is seeking background actors to portray party goers in recurring scenes filming in Kure Beach, North Carolina. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities who can help create an energetic and authentic party atmosphere throughout multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray party guests in recurring background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Contribute to a lively and realistic party environment.

Requirements

• Male and female performers.
• Ages 20–50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be available for recurring filming.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours guaranteed.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.

Sports Agents for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is seeking polished non-union background actors to portray sleek, high-powered sports agents in business attire. Filming will take place in Manhattan, and production is looking for professionals who can bring confidence, sophistication, and executive presence to scenes set in the competitive world of sports management.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sports agents in background scenes for a television series.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain a polished, professional appearance throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic corporate and sports business environment.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Professional, polished look with executive or corporate style.
• Comfortable portraying high-powered sports agents.
• Must have business attire suitable for a corporate setting.
• Must be available to work in Manhattan.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Italian Restaurant Dinner Scene Background Actors

Job Description

A paid featured background acting opportunity is available for an upcoming film production in the Griffin, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking men and women ages 20–40 with an Italian or similar look to portray upscale restaurant patrons in a lively dinner scene. Talent should have access to elegant evening attire and be ready to help create an authentic restaurant atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured dinner guests in an Italian restaurant scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Wear appropriate evening attire for the role.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 20–40.
• Italian or similar appearance.
• Must have access to nice evening attire.
• Must be able to work in the Griffin, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Paid featured background acting opportunity.

Tough Guy Background Actor

Job Description

A paid featured background acting opportunity is available for an upcoming film production in the Griffin, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking a tough-looking male, ages 20–40s, with a Dominican, Puerto Rican, or similar appearance for a featured role. This is an excellent opportunity for performers with a strong on-screen presence to join a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured tough guy character in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20–40s.
• Dominican, Puerto Rican, or similar appearance.
• Strong, tough-looking presence.
• Must be able to work in the Griffin, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Paid featured background acting opportunity.

Caucasian Male Stand-In

Job Description

A paid stand-in opportunity is available for an upcoming television production filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are seeking a Caucasian male with a similar build and appearance to the principal actor to work as a stand-in during rehearsals and lighting setups. This role is open to local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and neighboring border states who can work as local hires in Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for the principal actor during lighting and camera setups.
• Follow instructions from the production and camera departments.
• Maintain consistency with the actor’s positioning throughout rehearsals.
• Be available for the full production day.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’7″.
• Weight between 135 and 165 lbs.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 40s–50s.
• Must closely match the actor’s height, weight, and complexion.
• Previous stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring border states able to work as a local hire in Illinois.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Overtime paid after 8 hours.

Tough Guy Featured Extra for Film Production

Job Description

A paid featured extra opportunity is seeking a male actor with a tough, rugged appearance to portray a character in an upcoming production filming in the Griffin, Georgia area, south of Atlanta. Production is looking for talent with a Puerto Rican or similar look who can bring an authentic street-smart presence to a featured scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured tough guy character in a film scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Perform naturally in a featured background role.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20–40.
• Puerto Rican or similar look.
• Tough, rugged appearance.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Available to work in the Griffin, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Officer 1 for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is casting a male or female actor to portray Officer 1 in a network television production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Production is seeking performers of all ethnicities, ages 20–40s, with an athletic build.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law enforcement officer in a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Perform professionally on set.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Ages 20–40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Athletic build.
• Available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Josh for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is seeking a white male actor to portray Josh in an upcoming network television production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This featured role is ideal for performers who fit the character description and can deliver an authentic on-camera performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Josh in a featured scene.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity during the shoot.
• Perform naturally in a dramatic recreation.

Requirements

• White male.
• Approximately in his 30s.
• Available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Wyoming Agent 2 for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation television series is casting a male or female actor to portray Wyoming Agent 2 in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This role is open to performers of all ethnicities, ages 20–40s, with an athletic build. Selected talent will appear in a featured scene for a network television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Wyoming Agent 2 in a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in a featured television scene.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Ages 20–40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Athletic build.
• Available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.