Casting Lead and Parallel Lead Roles for Hindi Web Series on Major OTT Platform

Job Description

A short film shooting in San Francisco is casting background actors to portray bar patrons in an upcoming scene. The production is seeking a diverse mix of adults to create a natural and believable bar atmosphere, with talent in their late 30s through 50s especially encouraged to apply. This is a background extra opportunity for San Francisco-area talent comfortable appearing naturally on camera and following on-set direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in background scenes.
• Perform natural background actions and interactions as directed.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 21 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Talent in their late 30s–50s especially encouraged to apply.
• Confirm availability when applying.

Compensation

• Unpaid background role.

Job Description

An experimental short-form audiovisual series filming in Houston, Texas is seeking performers and models for cinematic episodes created for social media and festival submissions. The project blends cinematic b-roll, spoken word, music, abstract performance, and expressive movement. Casting includes atmospheric performers, lifestyle characters, movement-based talent, detail models, performers with distinctive looks, and general background talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in cinematic short-form scenes based on the production’s creative concepts.
• Participate in non-speaking, lifestyle, movement, atmospheric, or background scenes depending on casting.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Use natural expression and movement to support the visual storytelling.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• All genders.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• No acting experience required.
• Dancers and movement-based performers are welcome.
• Models with distinctive looks or striking aesthetics are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Currently unpaid.
• Selected talent receives reel footage and production credit.
• Project is intended for festival submission.

Job Description

A New York-based acting group is offering a free introductory class for beginner actors interested in learning more about acting for television and film. The session is designed for newcomers looking to develop foundational skills, explore the acting process, and get introduced to the industry in a welcoming environment. A limited number of spots are available, with additional time provided after the class for attendees who would like to ask questions.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the introductory acting class.
• Follow guidance and exercises provided during the session.
• Engage professionally with instructors and other attendees.

Requirements

• Open to beginner actors.
• Suitable for individuals interested in television and film acting.
• No previous professional acting experience is specified.
• Advance reservation is required due to limited availability.

Compensation

• This is a free introductory acting class.
• No participation fee is required.

Job Description

A high-end television drama series is seeking a Black female stand-in Production Assistant for upcoming filming in Central and East London. The selected candidate will work within the Assistant Directors department, supporting the AD team while also serving as a stand-in during production. This role is suited to someone reliable, professional, and comfortable working on a busy television set across multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a Production Assistant with the Assistant Directors team.
• Serve as a stand-in as required during filming.
• Follow instructions from the AD department throughout production.
• Assist with on-set coordination and production needs.
• Maintain professionalism throughout each working day.

Requirements

• Black female.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’7″.

Compensation

• Paid at the standard HETV drama rate.

Job Description

A music video production is seeking extras for an outdoor shoot in London near Chelsea Station. The casting is open to adults who can portray a professional business or corporate look and provide their own suitable wardrobe, such as suits, shirts, coats, or other business attire. Selected extras will participate in approximately five hours of briefing and filming and should be comfortable following direction during an outdoor production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an extra in music video scenes.
• Portray a professional business or corporate look.
• Provide suitable business-style wardrobe.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Remain available for the full required production period.

Requirements

• All genders.
• White/Caucasian talent.
• Approximately ages 25–50.
• Professional, business, or corporate appearance.
• Must provide own suitable wardrobe, including suits, shirts, coats, or similar business attire.

Compensation

• £65 for approximately 5 hours, including briefing and filming.

Chicago Fire – Newborn Twin Background Casting Call

Job Description

Chicago Fire is seeking newborn twins for upcoming scenes in the television series. The production is specifically looking for Latina/Latino or Caucasian newborn twins who can work locally in the Chicago area. Newborns will have limited time on set and will be supported by a baby nurse during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as newborn twins in scenes for Chicago Fire
• Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or guardian
• Work with the production team and on-set baby nurse
• Be available for the required filming schedule

Requirements

• Newborn twins only
• Latina/Latino or Caucasian
• Girls or boys
• Must weigh 10 pounds or less
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany newborns during production

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours of work

Chicago Fire – FBI Agent Background Actors

Job Description

Chicago Fire is seeking men and women to portray FBI agents in upcoming scenes filming in Chicago. These paid, non-speaking background roles are looking for talent who can deliver a polished and professional federal agent appearance while working naturally in a television production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in background scenes for Chicago Fire
• Perform natural non-speaking action during filming
• Follow direction from the production and background teams
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Maintain a professional FBI agent appearance throughout production

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair
• Professional appearance suitable for portraying an FBI agent
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Must be available for the required wardrobe fitting and filming

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• $40 for a 2-hour wardrobe fitting

911: Nashville – Featured Male Background Talent

Job Description

The television series 911: Nashville is seeking male talent for featured non-union background roles filming in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. The production is looking for reliable performers with flexible availability who can maintain continuity across multiple filming days. These roles will be selected by the director and involve scenes featuring snake-related elements, though no real snakes will be used.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured background talent in scenes for 911: Nashville
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days
• Perform comfortably around simulated snake and snake-related elements
• Arrive prepared and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–70
• Diverse talent encouraged to apply
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas
• Must have flexible availability for multiple work dates
• Must be comfortable with snake-related scenes and elements
• Reliable transportation and dependable availability required
• No fear of snakes due to the nature of the scenes

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity
• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent

Chicago Fire – Featured Palmer Still Photo Shoot

Job Description

A popular Chicago television drama is seeking men for a featured still photo shoot portraying a character named Palmer. This paid casting opportunity is looking for talent who can deliver a natural, authentic look for photos that will be presented to the production director.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a featured still photo shoot for a television production
• Portray the Palmer character as directed by the production team
• Follow posing and creative direction during the photo session
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout the shoot
• Be available for the required fitting and photo shoot

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 40s–50s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Comfortable participating in a professional still photo shoot
• Must be available for the fitting and photo shoot

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours

Untitled Tennis Project – Black Male Child Photo Double

Job Description

An untitled tennis project is seeking a young Black male photo double to match a principal child actor for upcoming filming in New York City. This paid background opportunity is looking for talent with dark brown hair who can closely match the principal performer and work professionally on a television or film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a principal child actor
• Perform on-camera actions as directed by the production team
• Maintain continuity with the principal performer during filming
• Follow instructions from the director and production team
• Be available for multiple potential filming days in New York City

Requirements

• Black male child actor
• Ages 9–13
• Dark brown hair
• Approximately 4’10″–5’0″ tall
• Must be available to work in New York City
• Comfortable working as a photo double on a professional production

Compensation

• $270 for 8 hours

Lizard Music – Feature Film NYC Commuter Background Actors with Cars or Bicycles

Job Description

The feature film Lizard Music is seeking men and women to portray NYC commuters in an upcoming scene filming in Jonesboro. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for adults with cars or bicycles who can help create an authentic New York City commuter atmosphere on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an NYC commuter in the feature film Lizard Music
• Appear on camera with a personal car or bicycle
• Perform natural commuter background action as directed
• Follow instructions from the production and background teams
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must have a car or bicycle available for filming
• Cars cannot be red, black, or white
• Must be available to work in Jonesboro
• Comfortable working as a background actor in a feature film

Compensation

• $196 for 12 hours
• Additional $35 for use of a car
• Additional $15 for use of a bicycle

Chicago Fire – Trendy Bar Scene Background Actors

Job Description

A popular television drama is seeking hip, trendy, and stylish men and women for an upcoming bar scene filming in Chicago. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for talent who can bring a fashionable, energetic, and authentic nightlife atmosphere to the scene. These are non-speaking extra roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in a lively television scene
• Perform natural background action during filming
• Help create an authentic and energetic bar atmosphere
• Follow direction from the production and background teams
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–40s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Hip, trendy, and stylish appearance
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking background role

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours