Background Actors for Feature Film – Multiple Roles Available
Job Description:
Casting a wide range of background roles for a feature film shooting in Birmingham, AL. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a professional film set, with multiple roles available for different looks, ages, and scene types.
Job Responsibilities:
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Portray assigned background characters authentically
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Follow directions from the director and on-set crew
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Be punctual and prepared for long filming days
Requirements:
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Must be available on specified work dates
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Open to a variety of looks, ethnicities, and age ranges (see roles below)
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Comfortable working in dynamic on-set environments
Available Roles:
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BBQ Attendees (late 20s–50s, all genders/ethnicities)
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BBQ Kids (ages 6–10)
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Tess’s Kids (ages 3–5, quirky look)
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Gloria Office Workers (ages 25–35, upper middle class look)
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Middle-aged Man Receiving CPR (40s–60s)
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Paramedic (late 20s–early 30s, female, must be comfortable kissing on camera)
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Wedding Officiant (40s–60s)
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Mural People & Bookstore People (18+, any gender/ethnicity)
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Heavy Petting Couple (real couple preferred, must be comfortable making out on camera)
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Movie Theater Goers (20s–70s)
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Server (50+, female)
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Diner Patrons (18+, all types)
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Upscale Servers & Guests (20s–40s)
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Drag Show Attendees (20s–40s, must be comfortable playing a gay male)
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Vacationers & Vacationing Kids (must be comfortable placing feet in water)
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Pool Family (must be comfortable getting wet)
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Bar Rats (21+)
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Tamale Guy (Hispanic male, 40s–60s)
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Hot Dance Club Goers (mid 30s, very attractive look)
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Bearded Men & Good Looking Women (20s–40s, white male/female)
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Open Mic Comedy Patrons (white male, 20s–40s)
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Dance Club Partiers (21–38)
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Bartenders & Servers (21–45)
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Sports Bros (20s–40s)
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Trivia Bar Attendees (21+, must work both dates)
Compensation:
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$135 for 12-hour filming days (paid at wrap)
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