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Casting Call: Background Artists for Documentary Reconstruction

Job Description:
We are urgently seeking background artists to portray real-life criminals and police officers in an upcoming documentary reconstruction for a Channel 5 (CH5) True Crime Series. This is a non-speaking role where you will be part of reenactments that bring real crime stories to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray criminals and police officers in various reenactment scenes for the documentary series.
  • Follow directions from the production team to ensure accurate and realistic portrayals.
  • Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming to help create a believable reenactment.
  • Collaborate with the crew to achieve the best possible shot for each scene.

Requirements:

  • Males aged 18-35.
  • Ethnic backgrounds particularly needed: Southeast Asian, South Asian, and Black heritage.
  • Slim/athletic builds are preferred for authenticity in the roles.
  • Must be based within 1.5 hours of Leeds.
  • No prior acting experience required, but ability to take direction well is essential.

Compensation:

  • Paid role.
  • Travel expenses covered.

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Job Type:
Dancer
Skills:
Dancing

Glamorous and Classy Dancers for Music Video

Job Description
A major UK pop/jazz artist’s music video is casting glamorous and classy dancers to appear in stylish performance scenes. This opportunity is perfect for experienced dancers with confidence, elegance, and the ability to pick up choreography quickly.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform choreographed dance routines in a professional music video

  • Work closely with the choreographer and production team to achieve the desired look and style

  • Bring elegance, glamour, and charisma to the performance

  • Be prepared for rehearsals and shoot day requirements

Requirements

  • Dancers, ages 25–32

  • Must be confident in picking up choreography

  • Glamorous and classy appearance required

  • Must be based in London

Compensation

  • Paid music video role (details provided upon booking)

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Young Girls for Charity Commercial

Job Description
A charity commercial is casting young girls and female siblings to portray heartfelt, authentic roles. The project is looking for children with natural energy and personality to bring the story to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and filming for a charity commercial

  • Convey both quiet, thoughtful moments and lively childhood energy on camera

  • Follow direction from the production team while staying natural and comfortable

Requirements

  • Female, ages 5–10 years old

  • Mixed Race, Black, or South Asian

  • Must live in London (ideally Lewisham or Bromley)

  • No previous acting experience required

  • All submissions must be made by a parent or guardian

Compensation

  • Paid commercial role (rate shared upon selection)

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Job Type:
Model
Skills:
Modeling

Tall Broad Men for Music Video

Job Description
A music video for a major UK pop/jazz artist is seeking tall, broad men with a strong silhouette to appear in featured scenes. This role is designed for individuals who can bring presence and character on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in a high-profile music video production

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Contribute to the creative atmosphere and visual storytelling of the project

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–35

  • Tall, broad build with a strong silhouette

  • Must be based in London and available for filming

  • Professionalism and reliability required on set

Compensation

  • Paid music video role (details provided upon booking)

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High School Soccer Players – Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking non-union talent to portray high school soccer players in fall season exterior scenes. This is a great opportunity for athletic performers with real soccer experience to be part of an exciting project filming in New York.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray high school soccer players during outdoor sports scenes

  • Follow directions from the production team and maintain continuity in gameplay

  • Bring authentic energy and athletic performance to the role

  • Be prepared for a full day of filming on location

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–20 (must look high school age)

  • Must have real soccer experience

  • Non-union talent only

  • Local hire in the New York area (Astoria, Queens)

Compensation

  • $181.50 for up to 10 hours

  • Potential for recurring background roles throughout the series

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Plumber’s Assistant Role

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray plumber’s assistants in a small scene with two cast members. This role is ideal for burly, husky, or chubby-built men who can bring authenticity to the part.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a plumber’s assistant in background scenes

  • Follow on-set directions to support the scene’s authenticity

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the filming day

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–45

  • Burly, husky, or chubby build

  • Open to the following ethnicities: Caucasian, Russian, Indian, Hispanic

  • Must be a fresh face (not previously seen or filmed on this production)

  • Must be available for morning call time on scheduled shoot date

Compensation

  • $140 for 12 hours

  • Payment via EverySet voucher system

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Background Actors for Downtown Patrons – Christmas Project

Job Description
A holiday-themed production is seeking background actors to portray downtown patrons in festive scenes. This role is perfect for individuals looking to gain experience in a fun and seasonal project set in Nashville.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray downtown patrons in a Christmas-themed production

  • Follow directions from the production team to create a lively, authentic atmosphere

  • Be prepared for extended on-set hours and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 18–35

  • Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area

  • Must be available for up to 12+ hours on set, even if not needed for the full duration

  • Must be flexible with call times, which will be given the afternoon prior to filming

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hr, 8-hour guarantee)

  • Time and a half after 8 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Talent for Tech Launch Party Scene – Feature Film “ED”

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray guests at a lively and futuristic tech launch party. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fun, high-energy scene in Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray event guests at a high-tech product launch party

  • Follow direction from the production team to create a realistic and energetic atmosphere

  • Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 18+

  • Must be comfortable participating in a party scene environment

  • Must be reliable and punctual for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

  • Overtime paid after 8 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Dive Bar Patrons

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray dive bar patrons in a lively downtown scene. This is a fun opportunity to be part of a dynamic set environment while bringing authentic atmosphere to the film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray dive bar patrons in a downtown nightlife setting

  • Follow direction from the production team to create realistic crowd interactions

  • Maintain professionalism and be prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

  • Male or female, ages 20s–40s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable working in a bar environment

  • Must be reliable and available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

  • $135 for 12 hours (paid at wrap)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Spa Patrons

Job Description
A feature film is seeking background actors to portray spa patrons for an upcoming scene. This role requires talent who can bring a natural and relaxed presence to help create an authentic spa atmosphere on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray spa customers in a calm, professional environment

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure realistic interactions

  • Maintain professionalism and be prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

  • Male or female, ages 20s–50s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable working in a spa setting

  • Must be reliable and available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

  • $135 for 12 hours (paid at wrap)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Speakeasy Club Waitstaff

Job Description
A popular streaming series is seeking background actors to portray speakeasy club waitstaff in upcoming scenes. Talent will help bring an authentic, upscale nightlife atmosphere to life while working closely with the production team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray professional waitstaff in a high-end speakeasy setting

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure scene accuracy

  • Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout filming

  • Be available for long filming days, including potential evening or overnight shoots

Requirements

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+

  • Must be comfortable portraying waitstaff in a nightlife environment

  • Open availability for assigned filming dates

  • Ability to take direction well and remain professional on set

Compensation

  • $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours)

  • Overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Speakeasy Club Bartenders

Job Description
A major streaming series is casting background actors to portray speakeasy club bartenders in upcoming episodes. These scenes take place inside an upscale speakeasy, and talent should be able to embody the authentic look and feel of nightlife bartending.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray bartenders in a stylish speakeasy environment

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure realistic performance

  • Maintain professionalism and continuity during long filming days

  • Be prepared for possible evening or overnight shoots

Requirements

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+

  • Must be comfortable portraying bartenders in a nightlife setting

  • Open availability for assigned filming dates

  • Ability to follow direction and remain consistent on set

Compensation

  • $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours)

  • Overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Speakeasy Club Scene

Job Description
A hit streaming series is casting background actors to portray upscale speakeasy club patrons. These scenes will capture the energy and style of a high-end nightlife setting, and talent should reflect a trendy, fashion-forward appearance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale speakeasy patrons in background scenes

  • Maintain a stylish, high-end nightlife look throughout filming

  • Follow direction from the production team on set

  • Be available for long filming days, including possible evening or overnight shoots

Requirements

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+

  • Must have a trendy, fashion-forward, upscale nightlife appearance

  • Open availability for assigned filming dates

  • Comfortable working on set for extended hours

Compensation

  • $13.63/hour ($109 guaranteed for 8 hours)

  • Overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

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10-03-2024

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