Background Actors Casting Call for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film titled Denise Sans Denis is now casting a wide range of paid background roles in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This production is seeking non-union talent of all ethnicities and genders to portray various roles across multiple filming dates. Opportunities include teachers, students, spectators, swimmers, and specialty roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned background or featured roles on camera
- Follow direction from the production team
- Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
- Participate on selected filming dates only if fully available
Roles Casting
- Teachers (ages 30+)
- Students (ages 10–13, must have chaperone)
- Teachers with vehicles (+$40 bump if selected)
- Spectators (ages 18+)
- Swimmers (ages 25–40, strong swimmers, comfortable in swimwear, no visible tattoos)
- Special Role: 2 background actors (ages 60–80) for a closed-set scene requiring comfort with partial nudity (robes provided, no lower private parts shown, intimacy coordinator present)
Requirements
- Open to non-union talent
- All ethnicities and genders welcome
- Must be available for selected filming dates
- For vehicle roles:
- Vehicle must be 2015–2023
- No green cars
- Must be in good condition (no damage or rust)
- Submit photo, year, make, and model
- For student roles: must have a guardian present
Compensation
- $16/hour (4-hour minimum)
- Overtime if applicable
- +$40 vehicle bump (if selected)
- Special role (nudity): $275 flat rate
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Grade Schoolers for Non-Union Feature Film
Job Description
A non-union feature film is casting background talent to portray grade school students in an upcoming production filming in Delta, British Columbia. Casting directors are seeking children between the ages of 7 and 14 for this paid background acting opportunity. This is a great chance for young performers to gain on-set experience in a professional film production.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a grade school student in background scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Maintain continuity throughout filming.
- Work professionally on set with the cast and crew.
Requirements
- Children ages 7–14.
- Must be available to work in Delta, British Columbia.
- Non-union performers only.
Compensation
- $18.25 per hour.
- 4-hour minimum guarantee.
- Overtime after 8 and 12 hours.
