Casting Call for Featured Background Actors

Red 2 Buck Waitress Background Actor

Job Description
A television series production is casting a background actor to portray a waitress in a restaurant scene for an upcoming episode filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The role requires a polished and professional appearance to match the upscale dining environment featured in the series. This is a great opportunity for performers with serving experience who want to work on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant waitress in background scenes

• Perform natural serving actions such as carrying trays or interacting with guests

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain a professional and polished on-camera presence

Requirements

• Female actor

• White or Native American

• Ages 21–30

• Conservative, attractive, and professional appearance

• Previous serving or restaurant experience required

• No visible tattoos unless they can be fully covered

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• Overtime pay after 12 hours if applicable

Audience Members for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting audience members for an upcoming series filming in the New York area. The production is seeking enthusiastic individuals who can help create an authentic studio audience atmosphere during filming. This opportunity is ideal for performers and extras looking to gain experience on a professional TV set while participating in a lively audience environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of the studio audience

• React naturally to performances and moments during filming

• Follow instructions from the production team and audience coordinators

• Maintain energy and engagement throughout the recording

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Comfortable appearing on camera as part of a live audience setting

• Reliable and able to follow production direction

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the New York City area

Compensation

• $187 for up to 8 hours of filming

Library Patrons and Staff with Cars Background Actors

Job Description
A television pilot is seeking background actors to portray library patrons and staff in daytime library scenes. The production will feature quiet public library environments as well as additional office-related scenes. Selected talent may film in multiple locations, helping create authentic public and workplace settings for the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray library patrons or staff in public library scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain natural behavior appropriate for a quiet library environment

• Participate in both office and library background scenes

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 20s–60s

• Comfortable appearing in public setting scenes such as libraries

• Ability to travel between filming locations if selected

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia and Tucker, Georgia

Compensation

• $12.50 per hour ($100 guaranteed for 8 hours)

• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time and a half

• $30 car bump if booked with your vehicle

Office Staff, Security, and Maintenance Background Actors

Job Description
A television pilot is casting background actors to portray office staff, security personnel, and building maintenance workers in workplace scenes. The production aims to create a realistic office building environment with a variety of employees supporting daily operations. This role is ideal for performers who can portray professional workplace staff in a busy office setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray office employees, building security, or maintenance staff

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain realistic workplace behavior during background scenes

• Help create an authentic office environment on camera

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 20s–60s

• Ability to portray workplace personnel such as security or building staff

• Professional and reliable attitude on set

• Ability to follow direction and remain consistent during filming

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $12.50 per hour ($100 guaranteed for 8 hours)

• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time and a half

Business Professionals Background Actors

Job Description
A television pilot is seeking background actors to portray business professionals in office building and city workplace scenes. The production will feature realistic end-of-day office environments, including employees leaving work and professionals stopping by nearby coffee shops. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can portray polished corporate professionals in a busy urban setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray office professionals in workplace and city scenes

• Act naturally as employees leaving an office building or visiting a nearby coffee shop

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain professional on-camera presence in business attire

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 20s–60s

• Professional appearance suitable for corporate environments

• Comfortable wearing business attire such as suits, office wear, or business casual clothing

• Ability to follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $12.50 per hour ($100 guaranteed for 8 hours)

• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time and a half

Stand-In Actor for Television Production

Job Description
A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking a stand-in actor to assist with lighting and camera blocking for upcoming scenes. Stand-ins help the crew prepare shots by matching the lead actor’s height, build, and complexion while cameras and lighting are set. This non-speaking role is ideal for performers looking to gain experience working closely with a professional film and television production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

• Match the actor’s position and movements while the crew prepares each shot

• Work closely with the camera and lighting departments during scene preparation

• Follow instructions from the assistant director and production crew

Requirements

• African American male

• Height between 6’0” and 6’2”

• Weight between 175–195 lbs

• Dark hair

• Ages 20s–40s

• Professional attitude and ability to take direction on set

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, Illinois or surrounding areas

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours of work

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

Stand-In Actor for Television Production

Job Description
A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking a stand-in actor to assist the crew with lighting and camera setup for upcoming scenes. Stand-ins play an important role in production by matching the lead actor’s height, build, and complexion so the crew can properly prepare shots before filming begins. This is a non-speaking role and a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining behind-the-scenes experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

• Match the actor’s position and movement for scene preparation

• Work closely with the camera and lighting departments during setup

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Height between 6’2” and 6’4”

• Weight between 180–215 lbs

• Blonde, dark blonde, or light brown hair

• Ages 20s–40s

• Ability to take direction and remain attentive during production setups

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, Illinois or surrounding areas

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours of work

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

Real Firefighters and Medics for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking real firefighters and certified medics to appear in upcoming scenes filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for authentic emergency service professionals who can realistically portray their roles on camera. This opportunity is ideal for real first responders interested in bringing authenticity to a professional TV production while gaining on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters or medics in emergency response scenes

• Perform natural movements and actions consistent with real first responder duties

• Follow direction from the production and assistant director teams

• Help create realistic emergency and rescue environments on screen

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Must be real firefighters or certified medics

• Comfortable appearing on camera in uniform

• Professional demeanor and ability to follow on-set direction

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, Illinois or surrounding areas

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours of filming

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

• $25 special ability rate

Teen Bonfire Party Background Actors

Job Description
A film production is casting young adult background actors to portray teenagers attending a bonfire party scene. The production is looking for energetic men and women who can help create an authentic outdoor gathering atmosphere around a bonfire. This role offers performers the chance to gain on-set experience while participating in a lively social scene for a film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray teenagers attending a bonfire gathering in background scenes

• Interact naturally with other background actors during filming

• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors

• Help create a realistic party atmosphere in an outdoor setting

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Ages 18–25

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable performing in an outdoor bonfire setting

• Energetic and natural on-camera presence

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• $20 gas stipend

Courtroom TV Show Background Actors

Job Description
A nationally syndicated courtroom television show is casting background actors for upcoming episodes filming in Culver City, California. The production is looking for performers who can portray realistic courtroom participants such as plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and family members. This role is ideal for actors who are comfortable performing in dramatic courtroom-style scenarios and want to gain on-camera experience in a fast-paced television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom participants in televised legal proceedings

• React naturally to courtroom dialogue and unfolding scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and remain in character

• Maintain professionalism while filming courtroom scenes

• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style scenes

• Strong ability to react naturally on camera

• Reliable, professional, and adaptable performers

• Acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $120 flat rate for filming

• Paid on-camera television opportunity

• Professional experience on a syndicated TV production set

Featured “Young Trophy Wife” Type Background Actor

Job Description
A television production is casting a featured background actor to portray a confident “young trophy wife” character in a 1980s-themed poolside scene. The role involves appearing on camera in a stylish social setting and portraying a glamorous lifestyle moment alongside other characters. The scene includes exiting a swimming pool, so talent must feel comfortable wearing a bathing suit and confidently performing on camera. This is a featured background opportunity ideal for performers looking to gain experience on a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a glamorous poolside socialite in a featured background role
• Perform a scene that includes exiting a swimming pool on camera
• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors during filming
• Maintain confident and expressive on-camera presence suitable for a luxury lifestyle setting

Requirements

• Attractive female talent
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit on camera
• Confident performing in a poolside scene
• Ability to portray an upscale 1980s social setting character
• Professional attitude and ability to follow production direction
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Marietta, Georgia area

Compensation

• $500 for up to 12 hours of filming
• Paid wardrobe fitting included