Casting Real Runners as Extras

Marching Band Members Needed for Soccer Commercial (SAG Extra Scale)

Job Description
A soccer commercial is seeking a real marching band or individual marching band members to appear on camera. Production is looking for high school, college, or university-level musicians who can bring authentic band energy to a commercial set. This is a paid SAG Extra Scale opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a marching band or band member in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction for staging, movement, and performance continuity

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work within a production schedule

Requirements

• Real marching band or single members (high school, college, or university level)

• Ages 15–30 (approx.), all genders

• Must be available to work during the Jan 6–8 shoot window

Compensation

• SAG Extra Scale: $448

Caucasian Male Extra Needed for Dressed Firefighter Role (Chicago Area)

Job Description
A paid, non-speaking background role is seeking a Caucasian male to portray a dressed firefighter for a Chicago-area production. Talent should match specific physical specs and have a clean, professional look. This is a local-hire opportunity for Chicago, the suburbs, and nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a dressed firefighter as background talent in a non-speaking scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready, clean-shaven, and prepared for wardrobe fitting/continuity needs

Requirements

• Caucasian male, clean-shaven, short dark hair

• Age range: 20s to 50s

• Height: 5’11” to 6’2”

• Weight: 175 to 210

• Must be able to work locally in Chicago, IL (including suburbs and surrounding border states to IL)

• Must be available for a Monday work date

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate not specified)

Paid Female Extras Needed for TV Series Filming in Atlanta

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is seeking paid female background talent for multiple extra roles. Production is looking for dependable, camera-ready talent who can portray specific types, including a menacing inmate and general background roles such as pedestrians and hospital personnel. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted scenes and follow on-set direction

• Maintain continuity and stay in character for the duration of filming

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a professional set environment

Requirements

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or able to work as a local hire

• All ethnicities encouraged for all roles listed

• Role options include:

  • Menacing Woman Inmate (Female, ages 25–50): Must be 5’7” or taller; strong intimidating presence (the scarier the better)

  • Pedestrians (Ages 21–50): General background

  • Hospital Patients/Visitors (Ages 21–50): General background

  • Nurses (Ages 21–50): General background (scrubs/medical look helpful)

Compensation

• $100 / 8 hours

Bilingual Talent Needed for Nationwide Home Warranty Commercial

Job Description
A nationwide home warranty commercial is seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) talent for multiple roles. This is a paid commercial opportunity for expressive, camera-comfortable performers who can deliver natural reactions and clear dialogue. Some talent may be booked for one day, while others may be needed for both shoot days. Travel is provided to NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted commercial scenes with natural reactions and clear delivery in English and Spanish

• Take direction quickly and stay expressive and camera-ready on set

• For child roles, work with a parent/guardian present within sight and sound at all times

• For adult roles, handle longer dialogue and memorization as required

Requirements

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish

• Comfortable on camera with strong listening skills and natural, believable reactions

• Role types needed:

  • Kids: Girls ages 4–6 and boys ages 7–12 (simple lines, expressive, comfortable on camera)

  • Women: Hispanic / ethnically ambiguous ages 40–80 (strong with longer dialogue and memorization; empathetic, approachable, dry sense of humor)

• Must be available for shoot days (some may work 1 day; others both days)

Compensation

• Paid commercial rates

• +20% agency fee (if applicable)

• Travel paid to NYC

Real Youth Golfers Needed for SAG Bank Commercial Background Roles

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA bank commercial is seeking real youth golfers to work as background talent. Production is looking for boys and girls ages 6–18 of all ethnicities who have genuine golf experience and can comfortably handle golf action on camera. This is a local-hire opportunity in Augusta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a bank commercial featuring real youth golfers

• Perform natural golf actions on camera and follow simple on-set direction

• Maintain professionalism, patience, and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Real youth golfers ages 6–18

• Boys and girls, all ethnicities

• Must have real golf experience and golf confidence

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Augusta, GA (no travel provided)

Compensation

• $448.70 / 8 hours (SAG-AFTRA Background Actor Rate)

CASTING CALL — 4 STAR CASTING FUTURE PROJECTS, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: 4 Star Casting Future Projects — Upcoming Shows
ROLES: Infant (6–8 months) | Twins (6–8 months) | Quadruplets (6–8 months)
SHOOT DATES: TBD through TBD (upcoming shows)
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for upcoming productions (dates/call times TBD)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $250 / 4 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

INFANT (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for the minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

TWINS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

QUADRUPLETS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

African American Wheelchair User Needed for Churchgoer Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American male or female who uses a wheelchair to portray a churchgoer in a background role. This is a paid opportunity for talent who can bring an authentic, natural presence on camera in a respectful church setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a churchgoer as background talent in a church scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American talent, male or female

• Ages 18+

• Must use a wheelchair (role requires wheelchair presence)

• Must be able to work in Fayetteville, GA

Compensation

• $96 / 8 hours

Basketball Players Needed for Energy Drink Commercial

Job Description
A commercial shoot for an energy drink is seeking basketball-playing women in the Miami area. This is a paid opportunity for local talent who can bring real athletic ability, strong on-camera presence, and natural confidence. Production is requesting self-tapes and basketball skills videos for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball movement and gameplay actions on camera for a commercial

• Follow direction from the creative team and deliver energetic, authentic performance

• Participate in a fitting and shoot during the scheduled production week

Requirements

• Women ages 18–28 (approx.)

• Any ethnicity

• Must be Miami local (no travel; self-report only)

• Must have basketball skills and be able to provide skills videos

• Must be available for fitting and shoot during the second week of January

Compensation

• $2,700 rate

• +20% agency fee (if applicable)

Rave Scene Extras Needed for Boston Blue Project

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking rave crowd talent to appear in a high-energy rave scene for a project filming in downtown Toronto. Production is looking for guys and girls ages 18–25 who can bring bold Gen Z style, strong party energy, and camera-ready confidence. Wardrobe is a key part of this booking, so talent should have modern rave-inspired looks available.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a raver extra in a lively club/rave scene

• Perform natural crowd movement, dancing, and background action on camera

• Follow on-set direction and maintain energy across multiple takes

• Arrive in wardrobe that fits the rave scene styling notes

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (must be legally 18+)

• All genders, non-union talent only

• Must be able to work locally in downtown Toronto (no travel provided)

• Must have rave/Gen Z party wardrobe options (examples below)

• Comfortable dancing and being part of a crowded, high-energy scene

Compensation

• Compensation not specified

CASTING CALL — THE BEAR, SEASON 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In – Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Monday 12/15 through Tuesday 12/16
AVAILABILITY: Open availability requested for the remainder of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN – NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6”
• T-Shirt Size: XXL or 3XL
• Must closely match photo reference

Stand-in experience preferred.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

SAG Social Media Commercial Casting: Families, Gamers, Bikers, Tattoo Artist, and Hand Model

Job Description
A fast-turnaround SAG Social Media Waiver commercial is seeking non-union and union-eligible talent for multiple scripted and photo-only roles filming in Richmond, Virginia. Self-tapes are required, and the production is looking for relatable, real-world personalities—parents, teens, kids, and specialty talent—who can deliver natural, camera-ready performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit a self-tape with a clear slate and follow provided performance direction

• Deliver grounded, natural reads with light improv (where requested)

• For specialty roles, provide clear photos/video that match the role needs (hands, motorcycle, tattoo work, etc.)

• Work professionally on set and take direction efficiently

Requirements

• Include slate details: name, height, where you’re based, and any current blackout dates

• Role-specific eligibility (open to any ethnicity unless noted):

  • Wife/Mom (30–45, female): warm, upbeat, comedic timing; improv a plus

  • Husband/Dad (30–45, male): slightly unaware, committed physically to comedy; improv a plus

  • Kid (8–12, any gender): able to convincingly mimic playing piano/keyboard

  • Streamer (16–25, male): credible gamer look; fun, PG energy (no toxic chatter)

  • Hand Model (under 40): well-groomed hands, no visible tattoos on hands/arms, no nail-biting; show front/back of hands + full body view

  • Biker (40–50, male, photo role): authentic road-worn vibe; motorcycle photos/video requested; may require additional specific photos

  • Motorcycle Couple (30–40, 1 male + 1 female): believable real couple vibe; comfortable miming riding together

  • Tattoo Artist (female, ideally real tattoo artist): visible tattoos preferred; tattooing video a plus

  • ERS Worker (50–70, photo only): trustworthy, put-together, blue-collar feel

• For motorcycle-related roles, a valid motorcycle license may be requested; motorcycle photos/video may be required

• If your motorcycle is selected, an additional vehicle fee may apply

Compensation

• SAG Social Media Waiver (video) with SAG day rate: $822.30 for 8 hours

• Overtime: $154.18/hr (9th–10th hour), $205.58/hr (11th hour+)

• Video usage: paid under SAG Social Media Waiver terms (session/usage structure; 1-year term)

• Static roles (limited roles): 1-year social media usage

• Print/static fees noted by production may include: $600 sitting fee (+ agency where applicable) and/or $1200 per image set (+ agency where applicable, capped set count)

Marching Band Needed for Paid MLS Commercial (SAG Extra)

Job Description
A paid MLS commercial is seeking a real marching band to appear as background talent. Production is looking for a high school or college-level band (partial group or full band) that can bring authentic energy, strong presence, and performance-ready professionalism to a commercial set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a marching band for background scenes in a commercial

• Follow on-set direction, timing, and staging for group movement and positioning

• Arrive prepared to represent a coordinated band look and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Real marching band (high school or college level; some or whole band)

• Ages 15–30, any gender, any ethnic appearance

• Must be fully available for a fitting and multiple work days in Miami, FL

• Able to work under SAG-AFTRA background conditions (SAG Extra scale)

Compensation

• Paid role at SAG Extra rate (SAG-AFTRA background scale)