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BUD HOPES CASTING
BACKGROUND PERFORMERS REQUIRED

Bud Hopes Film and Television Casting is looking for:

  • Background performers for an international feature series shooting on the Gold Coast.

We are a Specialist Extras Casting Agency based on the Gold Coast.

  • 16-75 YEARS OLD
  • HIPPIE TYPES
  • ALL GENDERS
  • ALL ETHNICITIES
  • ALL TALENT MUST BE SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND BASED
  • NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

MEAA RATES ONLY

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Hip Hop Dancers for Disney Musical Movie “Make A Splash”

Job Description
A Disney musical movie currently titled “Make A Splash” is holding an open call for hip hop dancers. Casting directors are seeking high-energy performers of all genders and ethnicities, age 18 and older, who can play 16–18-year-olds on screen. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a major musical film production with dynamic choreography.

The production is looking for dancers of all styles, especially those with specialty skills such as B-boy, gymnastics, parkour, bone-breaking/contortion, and strong foundations in hip hop or contemporary dance. Talent must be able to quickly learn choreographed routines and deliver powerful, camera-ready performances.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand (resident or valid visa) and have a valid passport.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform hip hop and choreographed dance routines for a musical film

  • Showcase specialty dance or movement skills if applicable

  • Attend open call audition and remain available as required

  • Take direction from the choreographer and creative team

  • Maintain high energy and professionalism throughout rehearsals and filming

Requirements

  • Age 18+ (must be able to play 16–18 years old)

  • All genders and ethnicities welcome

  • Strong hip hop dance foundation

  • Specialty skills such as B-boying, gymnastics, parkour, contortion, or contemporary dance are a plus

  • Valid passport required

  • Must be legally authorized to work in New Zealand

  • Bring a headshot to the audition

Compensation

  • Paid musical film opportunity

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Convoy Volunteer Group Roles for TV/Film Production – Georgia

Job Description
A film and television production is now casting background actors for Convoy Volunteer Group roles in Georgia. This paid casting call is open to all ethnicities, ages 18–100, for a six-day booking. Filming will take place in Fayetteville, Atlanta, and surrounding cities.

Casting directors are seeking reliable performers who can commit to all scheduled shoot dates. Talent must be able to take direction well and maintain continuity throughout the production. Real-life skills in dental, medical, or hair cutting experience are considered a bonus for certain scenes.

This is a multi-day booking opportunity, ideal for background actors looking for consistent on-set work and extended filming experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a volunteer group member in multiple production scenes
  • Commit to all six scheduled filming days
  • Follow direction carefully to maintain scene continuity
  • Participate in fitting prior to filming
  • Bring realism and consistency to background scenes

Requirements

  • Ages 18–100
  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply
  • Must be available for a six-day booking
  • Able to work in Fayetteville, Atlanta, and surrounding Georgia areas
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow through on all filming dates
  • Real skills in dental, medical, or hair cutting are a plus

Compensation

  • $132 for 10 hours
  • Six-day booking opportunity
  • Professional film and TV set experience
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Black Male Background Actor for Period Drama Series

Job Description
A television drama series is seeking one Black male background actor, ages 30–65, for a featured continuity role. This paid background acting opportunity requires full availability for a wardrobe fitting and a full filming day. The production is set in the 1950s, so talent must be comfortable with period-appropriate grooming and styling.

Casting is specifically looking for experienced performers who have previously worked multiple continuity days or have featured background experience. Applicants must not have recently portrayed certain law enforcement roles on this production and should not have prior booking conflicts within the specified timeframe. This role will film interior scenes and requires a professional, polished on-set presence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a background character in a 1950s-set television series
  • Maintain continuity across scenes as directed
  • Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming
  • Follow grooming and styling requirements for period authenticity
  • Take direction from the production team and remain professional on set

Requirements

  • Black male, ages 30–65
  • Must be available for both fitting and filming
  • Prior featured or continuity background experience preferred
  • Height under 6’2” and waist under 38” (costume limitations)
  • No visible tattoos unless they can be fully covered
  • Must be willing to be clean-shaven and receive a 1950s-appropriate haircut
  • No recent conflicting roles on the same production
  • Able to work interior scenes as scheduled

Compensation

  • SAG-AFTRA background rates (if applicable)
  • Paid fitting and filming day
  • Opportunity to work on a period television production
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A major A24 feature film is now casting a featured pregnant woman for an upcoming scene in “The Cave.” This paid film casting call is open to talent age 18 and older of any ethnicity. Production is seeking someone who can confidently portray a pregnant woman on camera with natural presence and warmth.

Filming will take place in Woodbridge, New Jersey. Casting is also seeking partners of any gender to work together in the scene, creating an authentic on-screen dynamic. This is a featured background opportunity in a high-profile feature film, offering strong pay and valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured pregnant woman in a scripted film scene
  • Work collaboratively with a partner if selected
  • Follow direction from the director and production team
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming

Requirements

  • Age 18 and older
  • Any ethnicity
  • Able to portray a pregnant woman authentically on camera
  • Must be able to work in Woodbridge, NJ
  • Partners of any gender encouraged to apply together

Compensation

  • $224 for 8 hours
  • Featured role in an A24 feature film
  • Professional on-set film experience
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A film production is now casting kids who know how to play ice hockey for an upcoming project filming in Pennsylvania. This kids casting call is seeking youth hockey players who can confidently hit the ice and bring real game-day energy to the screen.

Producers are looking for athletic, experienced young skaters who already play ice hockey and have their own equipment. This is a paid film opportunity offering competitive rates, making it a great chance for young athletes to gain on-set experience while doing what they love.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a youth ice hockey player during filmed scenes
  • Skate confidently and execute basic hockey skills on camera
  • Follow direction from the production and coaching team
  • Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

  • Ages 9–15
  • Any gender
  • Any ethnicity
  • Must know how to play ice hockey
  • Must have personal hockey equipment
  • Must be able to obtain a Pennsylvania entertainment work permit (production will guide selected talent through the process)

Compensation

  • $250 for 8 hours
  • $50 equipment bump
  • Additional hockey shoot dates may be scheduled
  • Paid film experience for young athletes
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Elderly Hospital Patients for TV Series (Atlanta)

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A television production is seeking men and women to portray elderly hospital patients for an upcoming project filming in Southeast Atlanta. Casting directors are looking for talent age 60 and older who can authentically bring realism and depth to hospital scene background roles.

This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can naturally embody patient roles in a medical setting. If you have strong character presence and are comfortable working on a professional TV set, this is a great chance to gain on-screen experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray elderly hospital patients in realistic medical scenes
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
  • Arrive prepared for wardrobe and scene requirements

Requirements

  • Men and women age 60 and older
  • Able to work in Southeast Atlanta
  • Comfortable portraying hospital patients in a medical setting
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

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  • $96 for 8 hours
  • Opportunity to work on a television production
  • Gain on-set experience and professional credits
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A new film production is seeking men and women to portray FBI agents in an upcoming project titled “Smoky.” This is a director-selected background role filming in the Atlanta area. Casting directors are looking for talent ages 25 and older who can bring authenticity, professionalism, and strong on-screen presence to these law enforcement roles. If you’re an actor with a polished, authoritative look and are ready to step onto a professional film set, this opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an FBI agent in background scenes with realism and confidence

  • Follow on-set direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming

  • Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

  • Men and women, age 25 and older

  • Ability to portray a believable FBI or law enforcement professional

  • Must be available to work in Northeast Atlanta (outside the perimeter)

  • Strong reliability, punctuality, and professional set etiquette

Compensation

  • $182 for a 12-hour workday

  • Opportunity to gain feature film set experience

  • Professional credit and on-set exposure

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Youth Ice Hockey Players Casting Call – Pittsburgh, PA

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A new project is now casting youth ice hockey players in the Pittsburgh area. This kids casting call is seeking experienced young athletes who know how to play ice hockey and have their own equipment.

Producers are looking for energetic players ready to hit the ice for a paid filming day. If your child loves hockey and is comfortable skating and playing in full gear, this is a great opportunity to appear in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in on-ice hockey scenes during filming

  • Arrive with personal hockey equipment

  • Follow direction from the production and coaching team

  • Maintain focus and safety during ice scenes

  • Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

  • Ages 9–15

  • Any gender

  • Any ethnicity

  • Must know how to play ice hockey

  • Must have own hockey equipment

  • Available for full filming day

  • Parent/guardian must assist with required Pennsylvania entertainment work permit

Compensation

  • $250 for 8 hours

  • $50 equipment bump

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A new production titled A Christmas Kind of Love is now casting background talent for a parade scene filming in Slidell, Louisiana. This paid casting call is seeking a marching band made up of middle school and high school–aged performers, as well as parade goers of all ages.

Producers are looking for energetic local talent to bring authenticity and excitement to a festive parade sequence. If you’re part of a marching band or simply want to appear as a parade attendee, this is a great opportunity to be part of a holiday-themed production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a marching band member in a parade scene

  • Participate as a parade goer in background scenes

  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

  • Maintain enthusiasm and energy during filming

  • Be available for the scheduled shoot day

Requirements

  • Middle school and high school–aged marching band members (including baton twirlers and dancers)

  • Parade goers of all ages

  • Local to Slidell, LA or surrounding area

  • Comfortable working as paid background talent

  • Available for filming during the scheduled production window

Compensation

  • Paid background role

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Groupie & Girlfriend Casting Call – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A new major series is now casting groupie and girlfriend roles in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid casting call is seeking cute, model-type women of all ethnicities to appear in recurring scenes.

Producers are looking for confident, camera-ready talent with strong presence and full availability within the production window. If you’re interested in working on a high-energy television series and gaining on-set experience, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a groupie or girlfriend character in a scripted series

  • Follow direction from the production and creative team

  • Maintain a polished, camera-ready appearance

  • Be fully available during the filming window

  • Provide required submission materials

Requirements

  • Female talent

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Model-type look preferred

  • Must be available in Atlanta, GA

  • Full availability within the listed production window

  • Submit name, email, phone number, height, age range, and two recent photos

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

Job Type:
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Skills:
Acting

Job Description
A 10-minute student film is casting young actresses to portray the main characters in “flashback” scenes for a heartfelt coming-of-age story. The project follows the memories of two women who were childhood best friends, drifted apart, and eventually find romance while facing a fearful night together.

This is a SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Project that will meet all union requirements. While these roles are unpaid, selected performers will receive food on set and a digital copy of the film for their reel.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray younger versions of the film’s lead characters in flashback sequences

  • Participate in on-location filming in residential and outdoor settings

  • Take direction from the student filmmaker and production team

  • For teen roles, perform an intimate scene that includes a kiss (no nudity and no additional physical contact)

Roles

1955 Timeline:

  • Young Alex (Age 9): Petite; much shorter than Chris. May be portrayed by a slightly younger actor.

  • Young Chris (Age 9): Taller than Alex; may be portrayed by an older actress who can believably play younger.

1959 Timeline:

  • Preteen Alex (Age 13): Petite; may be played by an actress as young as 11.

  • Preteen Chris (Age 13): Taller than Alex; may be played by a teen who appears younger.

1964–1968 Timeline:

  • Teen Alex (Age 18–20): Actress must be over 18; early 20s acceptable.

  • Teen Chris (Age 18–20): Actress must be over 18; early 20s acceptable.

Requirements

  • Open to young actresses who fit the listed age ranges

  • Parent or guardian must be present at all times for minors

  • Teen roles require performers over 18

  • Comfortable performing a scripted kiss (teen roles only)

  • Submit headshot and resume

  • Period-appropriate wardrobe encouraged if available

Compensation

  • Unpaid

  • Food provided on set

  • Digital copy of the film for reel use

  • SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Project (union requirements will be met)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Performance Venue Patrons Casting Call – “Minivan” Series in NY

Job Description
The series Minivan is now casting background actors to portray performance venue patrons in Westchester, NY. This non-union background casting call is seeking local talent to bring energy and authenticity to live event scenes.

Producers are looking for individuals who can naturally blend into a crowd setting at a performance venue. If you’re based in Westchester, NYC, or nearby and ready for on-set experience, this is a great opportunity to work on a scripted series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a performance venue patron in background scenes

  • React naturally during live event sequences

  • Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

  • Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

  • Be fully available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Non-union talent

  • Local to Westchester, NY or NYC area

  • Fully available for both scheduled shoot days

  • Provide height, weight, clothing, and shoe sizes

  • Submit clear current photos (selfie and one full-length photo)

  • Must present valid ID to complete a Federal I-9 form

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours

  • Paid non-union background role

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05-28-2023

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