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Background Actors for YouTube Video in Midtown New York

Background Actors for YouTube Video in Midtown New York

Job Description:
A YouTube creator with over one million subscribers is casting background actors to portray protesters for an upcoming video shoot in Midtown Manhattan. This paid opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to gain on-camera experience and be part of a large social media production with significant exposure.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a protester in a staged scene for a YouTube video

  • Follow direction from the production team to achieve authentic crowd reactions

  • Maintain professionalism and enthusiasm on set

Requirements:

  • Must be located in or near Midtown New York

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Comfortable appearing on camera in a public setting

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Working-Class Men With Facial Hair for Paid Bar Scene

Job Description
A production filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is seeking men with authentic working-class looks for a paid bar scene. Casting is focused on talent who can portray characters in their 50s to 60s, featuring rugged appearances, beards, or facial hair suitable for a realistic dive bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a working-class bar patron in background scenes
  • Follow direction from the production team
  • Maintain character consistency throughout filming
  • Help create an authentic bar atmosphere

Requirements

  • Male talent able to portray characters in their 50s to 60s
  • Must have a working-class appearance
  • Beards and facial hair encouraged
  • Should have a rugged, natural look
  • Must be available for filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Compensation

  • Paid background role
  • Rate: $250 for 12 hours of work
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Bar Patrons Ages 20s–60s for Paid Bar Scene

Job Description
A film production in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is hiring background actors to portray bar patrons in a working-class dive bar setting. Casting directors are seeking diverse talent of all genders and ethnicities to create an authentic and lively atmosphere for this paid filming opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bar customer in a realistic social setting
  • React naturally during bar scene filming
  • Follow production instructions and maintain continuity
  • Contribute to a believable background environment

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities
  • Should be able to portray patrons in their 20s through 60s
  • Comfortable working in a busy filming environment
  • Must be available for filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Compensation

  • Paid background role
  • Rate: $250 for 12 hours of work
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Bartenders for Paid Bar Scene Production

Job Description
A production filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is seeking experienced bartenders for a paid bar scene. Talent should be comfortable working in a realistic working-class dive bar environment and helping bring authenticity to the scene. This opportunity is open to male and female performers ages 18 and older with real bartending experience preferred.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bartender in a realistic bar scene
  • Interact naturally with other background performers
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Male or female talent welcome
  • Real bartending experience preferred
  • Must be able to portray a working-class bar atmosphere
  • Must be available for filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Compensation

  • Paid background role
  • Rate: $250 for 12 hours of work
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Casting Call for State Troopers and Security Guards

Job Description

A television production is now casting male background actors to portray Virginia State Troopers and security guards in period scenes set in 1999. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking clean-shaven men who can authentically fit law enforcement and security roles for a scripted production.

Selected talent must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming and be prepared for a full production day. This opportunity is open to local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Virginia State Troopers or security guards in background scenes
  • Follow on-set direction from production staff and assistant directors
  • Maintain period-appropriate appearance and wardrobe requirements
  • Attend a required fitting prior to filming
  • Remain available for the full filming schedule as needed

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 25–60
  • Must be clean-shaven
  • Able to portray law enforcement or security personnel
  • Must be available for a fitting in advance of filming
  • Must be a local hire
  • Comfortable working long production days
  • Reliable transportation to and from set

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours guaranteed
  • Overtime paid after 8 hours
  • Additional $30 fitting compensation
  • Opportunity to work on a major television production

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Upscale Servers for Netflix Series Featured Background Role

Job Description

A Netflix series is casting featured background performers to portray upscale servers in elegant restaurant and hospitality scenes. Producers are looking for attractive, professional individuals with previous waitstaff or server experience who can authentically represent high-end service environments.

This opportunity is ideal for hospitality professionals and performers seeking experience on a major streaming television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale servers in restaurant and event scenes
  • Perform realistic service-related duties on camera
  • Follow direction from production staff and assistant directors
  • Maintain continuity during filming
  • Work professionally with cast and crew
  • Attend any required wardrobe fittings

Requirements

  • Male or female talent
  • All ethnicities welcome
  • Ages 21–45
  • Conservative, upscale, and professional appearance
  • Previous waitstaff or server experience required
  • Strong professionalism and reliability
  • Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area or able to self-report without travel assistance
  • Available for all required filming dates

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 12 hours guaranteed
  • Overtime after 12 hours
  • $37.50 fitting fee if required
  • Featured background role on a Netflix series
  • Opportunity to gain experience on a major television production
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Executive Chef for Netflix Series Featured Background Role

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking featured background talent to portray an executive chef in upscale restaurant scenes. Casting directors are looking for professional, polished individuals with a conservative and confident appearance. Real culinary experience working as a chef or cook is strongly preferred to bring authenticity to the role.

This is a featured background opportunity for performers interested in working on a major streaming production while gaining valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an executive chef in restaurant and hospitality scenes
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant director teams
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming
  • Perform realistic kitchen-related actions as required
  • Work professionally with cast and crew members
  • Attend wardrobe fittings if scheduled

Requirements

  • Male or female talent
  • All ethnicities welcome
  • Ages late 30s–60s
  • Conservative, professional, clean-cut, and upscale appearance
  • Confident on-camera presence
  • Real culinary experience as a chef or cook preferred
  • Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area or able to self-report without travel assistance
  • Available for all required filming dates

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 12 hours guaranteed
  • Overtime after 12 hours
  • $37.50 fitting fee if required
  • Featured background role on a Netflix series
  • Professional on-set experience and industry exposure
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Male Gun Store Patrons with Vehicles for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting male background actors with vehicles for scenes set at a gun store. Casting directors are seeking local talent who can portray everyday customers and patrons in realistic retail environments.

This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for men looking to gain experience on a professional television production while working alongside an experienced cast and crew. Talent must be comfortable spending a full day on set and have access to a vehicle suitable for filming.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray gun store patrons in background scenes
  • Bring authentic and natural reactions to filmed sequences
  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
  • Use personal vehicle as part of the scene if required
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming
  • Arrive on time and remain available for the duration of the production day

Requirements

  • Male talent ages 18–65
  • Must own a vehicle available for filming
  • Red and white vehicles are not eligible
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
  • Comfortable working as a background performer
  • Available for a full production day, which may extend beyond 12 hours
  • Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours of work
  • $30 vehicle bump
  • Overtime paid after 8 hours according to production rates
  • Opportunity to work on a television series
  • Gain valuable on-set experience and production credits
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Kissing Couples for Hallmark Production

Job Description

A Hallmark production is seeking real-life couples for featured background roles in upcoming scenes. Casting directors are looking for authentic couples with genuine chemistry who are comfortable appearing together on camera in romantic moments.

This paid opportunity is ideal for couples interested in working on a professional television production while gaining valuable on-set experience. Selected couples will appear in featured background scenes that help bring the story’s romantic atmosphere to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a real-life couple in featured background scenes
  • Participate in romantic and affectionate moments as directed
  • Follow instructions from the director and production team
  • Work professionally with cast and crew members
  • Maintain continuity and natural interactions during filming
  • Attend and participate in the scheduled production day

Requirements

  • Must be a real-life couple applying together
  • Ages 22–49
  • Comfortable appearing on camera together
  • Able to provide a recent individual or couple photo
  • Available for one filming day
  • Union and non-union talent welcome
  • Strong chemistry and natural interaction preferred

Compensation

  • Paid featured background role
  • Union performers paid according to applicable rates
  • Non-union performers compensated at standard production rates
  • Opportunity to work on a Hallmark production
  • Professional film and television set experience
  • Build industry credits and networking opportunities
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Kissing Couples for Hallmark Production

Job Description

A Hallmark production is seeking real-life couples for featured background roles in upcoming scenes. Casting directors are looking for authentic couples who are comfortable appearing together on camera and portraying romantic moments naturally.

This is a great opportunity for couples interested in gaining experience on a professional film set while working on a major television production. Selected couples will appear as featured background performers in scenes requiring genuine chemistry and connection.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a featured background couple in a Hallmark production
  • Participate in romantic and affectionate scenes as directed
  • Follow instructions from the director and production team
  • Work professionally on set alongside cast and crew
  • Maintain continuity and performance consistency throughout filming
  • Attend scheduled filming dates if selected

Requirements

  • Must be an actual couple applying together
  • Ages 22–49
  • Comfortable appearing on camera as a couple
  • Able to provide a recent photo individually or as a couple
  • Available for one scheduled filming day
  • Open to union and non-union talent

Compensation

  • Paid background performer role
  • Union performers paid according to applicable rates
  • Non-union performers compensated at standard production rates
  • Opportunity to work on a Hallmark production
  • Professional on-set experience and industry exposure
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Background Extras for Television Series

Job Description

A major television series is seeking background actors for upcoming filming opportunities. Casting directors are looking for dependable and professional talent to help create authentic scenes for a high-profile production. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience and working alongside industry professionals.

Background performers will contribute to the realism and atmosphere of various scenes while working in a professional television production environment. Talent of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background characters in television scenes
  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming
  • Arrive prepared for wardrobe and production requirements
  • Work professionally with cast and crew members
  • Be available for extended filming days as needed

Requirements

  • Open to performers of diverse backgrounds and experience levels
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid identification required
  • Reliable transportation to and from set
  • Comfortable working 10–12 hour production days
  • Able to provide a recent clear full-body photo
  • Professional attitude and reliability required
  • No hats, sunglasses, or obstructed photos in submissions

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity
  • Gain experience on a professional television production
  • Work alongside experienced cast and crew members
  • Build entertainment industry experience and credits
  • Opportunity for future background casting consideration
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Camera Crew for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting non-union background actors to portray camera crew members in scenes set in 1999. Casting directors are seeking professional and dependable talent to help create realistic television production environments for this major scripted series.

This is an excellent opportunity for performers looking to gain experience on a professional television set while contributing to authentic behind-the-scenes production scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a camera crew member in television scenes
  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming
  • Participate in wardrobe fittings if requested
  • Remain professional and attentive during production
  • Be available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

  • All genders
  • Ages 25–70
  • Professional appearance suitable for production crew portrayals
  • Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Available for a potential 12+ hour filming day
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
  • Overtime paid after 8 hours according to production policies
  • $30 fitting compensation if required
  • Opportunity to work on a major television series
  • Gain valuable on-set experience and industry exposure

FBI Agents for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is seeking non-union background actors to portray FBI agents in scenes set in 1999. Casting directors are looking for professional and dependable talent capable of fitting the appearance and demeanor of federal law enforcement personnel.

Selected actors will help create realistic investigative and government-related scenes for a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray FBI agents in background scenes
  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
  • Attend wardrobe fittings if requested
  • Be available for the full production schedule

Requirements

  • All genders
  • Ages 25–70
  • Professional appearance suitable for federal agent portrayals
  • Must be a local hire in the Nashville area
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Available for extended filming hours

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
  • Overtime paid according to production policies
  • $30 fitting compensation if required
  • Opportunity to work on a major television series

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