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Children and Teen Background Actors for Limited Series

Job Description

A new limited television series inspired by the true story of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster is seeking children and teens to work as paid background actors in Atlanta, Georgia. Young performers will help recreate everyday life from the 1970s through the late 1980s, appearing in scenes involving families, neighborhoods, schools, community events, airports, celebrations, memorials, and crowds. A variety of ages, looks, and personalities are encouraged, and previous acting or on-set experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in scenes set during the 1970s and 1980s.
• Help create authentic family, school, neighborhood, and community environments.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and focus while working on a professional set.
• Participate in wardrobe fittings when booked and required.
• Perform naturally alongside other background actors and cast members.

Requirements

• Open to children and teens.
• No previous acting or on-set experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera in period-specific scenes.
• Must be able to follow production instructions and on-set direction.
• Minors will work only the hours legally permitted for their age.

Compensation

• $182 for 10 hours of filming.
• $28 for a 2-hour fitting.
• Rate still applies when minors work fewer hours due to legal working-hour restrictions.

Experienced Stand-Ins for Limited Series

Job Description

A limited television series is seeking experienced stand-ins ages 18 and older for filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid stand-in casting opportunity is specifically geared toward performers with previous professional stand-in experience who understand the consistency, reliability, and technical demands of the position. Previous photo double experience is also valuable. Selected stand-ins may work anywhere from a single production day to recurring assignments throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a professional stand-in for principal cast members during production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with blocking, framing, lighting, and technical preparation.
• Accurately maintain assigned marks and positioning between takes and setups.
• Follow instructions from the directing, camera, lighting, and production teams.
• Maintain consistent availability and professional on-set conduct.
• Be prepared for potential recurring work throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous professional stand-in experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous photo double experience is a plus.
• Must understand the responsibilities and expectations of professional stand-in work.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and comfortable working extended production days.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Flexible availability is highly preferred, particularly for performers interested in recurring stand-in work.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours.

College Student Background Actors for New TV Series

Job Description

A new television series is seeking talent of all genders who can portray college students for paid background acting roles in Atlanta, Georgia. Selected performers will help create an authentic college environment while working alongside a professional television production team. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors and performers looking to gain valuable on-set experience. Use casting code: COLLEGE when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in background scenes for a new television series.
• Perform naturally in campus and college-related scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared to work for the required duration of assigned scenes.

Requirements

• Open to all genders.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a college student.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Comfortable appearing on camera as a background performer.
• Able to follow on-set instructions and work effectively with other cast members.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Experienced Female Stand-In for “Untitled Rodeo Project”

Job Description

The streaming series “Untitled Rodeo Project” is seeking an experienced female stand-in for an overnight production in the Atlanta area. Casting is looking for a Caucasian woman with light to medium brown hair who closely matches the requested physical profile. Previous professional stand-in experience is required for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during production.
• Assist with camera blocking, lighting, and scene preparation.
• Accurately follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and scene setups.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout the overnight shoot.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Caucasian.
• Height approximately 5’4″–5’7″.
• Thin to medium build.
• Light to medium brown hair.
• Previous stand-in experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Douglasville, Georgia area.
• Comfortable working a late afternoon/evening call through early morning.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime pay after 12 hours, if applicable.

Bar Employee for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking an adult background actor to portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking role calls for talent who can naturally recreate the movements and interactions of an employee working in a bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform realistic workplace and background actions.
• Interact naturally with other performers when directed.
• Follow production instructions regarding blocking and continuity.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to adult talent.
• Comfortable portraying a bar employee on camera.
• Able to perform natural background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Police Officer for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is casting a non-union male background actor to portray a police officer in an upcoming true crime recreation scene. The role requires talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement and maintain a professional, authoritative presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scripted recreation scenes.
• Perform realistic law enforcement background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow movement, blocking, and positioning instructions.
• Maintain an appropriate professional presence while in character.
• Preserve continuity throughout multiple takes.

Requirements

• Black male talent.
• Late 20s–40s.
• Fit to average build.
• Must convincingly portray a police officer.
• Comfortable working in a true crime recreation production.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Neighbor for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen true crime recreation series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a background actor to portray a neighbor for upcoming filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking recreation role is ideal for talent who can deliver natural reactions and believable background performances in dramatic true crime scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in true crime recreation scenes.
• Perform natural reactions and background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity between takes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Ages 30 and older.
• Comfortable appearing in dramatic true crime recreation scenes.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Times Square Background Actors for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is casting non-union background actors to portray various Times Square types for exterior filming in Manhattan. This opportunity is seeking performers who can bring authentic New York energy, individuality, and natural crowd movement to scenes set in one of the city’s busiest locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Times Square pedestrian or local character.
• Participate in exterior crowd and street scenes.
• Perform natural movements and interactions based on production direction.
• Maintain continuity and positioning throughout filming.
• Work cooperatively with the cast, crew, and other background actors.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have full-day availability with no conflicts.
• Comfortable filming exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Able to bring a natural and distinctive presence to Times Square scenes.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.

Theater Goers for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

A television production for “Dexter: Resurrection” is seeking non-union background actors to portray theater goers in Manhattan. Casting is looking for performers who can naturally fit into the Times Square theater district and contribute to realistic exterior crowd scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a theater goer in Times Square exterior scenes.
• Perform natural pedestrian and crowd activity as directed.
• React authentically to the surrounding action.
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes.
• Follow all instructions provided by the production team.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have unrestricted full-day availability.
• Comfortable working outdoors in Manhattan.
• Reliable and professional on set.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.

Business People for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is looking for non-union background actors to portray business professionals in exterior scenes filming in Manhattan. Talent should be able to convincingly portray working professionals moving through the fast-paced Times Square environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a business professional in Manhattan exterior scenes.
• Perform realistic pedestrian and workplace-related background actions.
• Follow instructions regarding blocking, movement, and continuity.
• Interact naturally with other background performers.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have full-day availability without conflicts.
• Able to convincingly portray a New York business professional.
• Comfortable working in exterior Manhattan locations.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.

Hipsters for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

The hit series “Dexter: Resurrection” is casting non-union background talent to portray hipsters in upcoming Manhattan exterior scenes. Performers should bring a contemporary, authentic New York presence that helps establish the distinctive energy and diversity of Times Square.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hipster in busy Manhattan background scenes.
• Create believable pedestrian and social interactions.
• Follow blocking and movement instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistent actions and positioning between takes.
• Contribute to the realistic atmosphere of the scene.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have full-day availability with no conflicts.
• Comfortable filming outdoors in Manhattan.
• Dependable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.

Tourists for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is seeking non-union background actors to portray tourists in exterior scenes filming in Manhattan, New York. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent who can naturally portray visitors exploring the busy Times Square area and help create an authentic New York City atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tourist in exterior Manhattan scenes.
• Perform natural walking, sightseeing, and crowd interactions.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout multiple takes.
• Remain professional and attentive during filming.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Must have full-day availability with no scheduling conflicts.
• Comfortable working in exterior locations in Manhattan.
• Able to follow on-set direction and work professionally in crowd scenes.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime compensation applies after 10 hours.