Extras for Short Film “How Do We End This?”

Job Description

A paid thriller short film is seeking a young actress to portray the role of Mara in an upcoming festival-bound production. Casting directors are looking for a talented performer who can bring depth, emotion, and authenticity to a key character in the story. Selected applicants will receive the script and character details and will be invited to submit a self-tape audition.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Mara in a thriller short film.
• Participate in the audition and self-tape submission process.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.
• Attend filming and production activities as required.
• Deliver an engaging and believable on-screen performance.

Requirements

• Female actor with a playing age of 15–19.
• Ability to perform dramatic and thriller-based material.
• Previous acting experience is welcome but not required.
• Applicants should submit:
  • Name
  • Age
  • Recent photos
  • Acting experience (if applicable)
  • Showreel materials (if available)

Compensation Details

• Paid short film opportunity.
• Additional compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates.

Job Description

A filmmaking team participating in the 48 Hour Film Project is seeking passionate actors, filmmakers, and creative professionals to help produce a short film. This opportunity is open to individuals interested in acting, camera operation, sound, editing, art department work, and general crew support. No prior experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and creatives to gain hands-on production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the creation and production of a short film.
• Perform assigned duties based on selected department or role.
• Collaborate with cast and crew members throughout the filmmaking process.
• Follow production schedules and creative direction.
• Contribute to a professional and creative team environment.

Requirements

• Open to:
  • Actors
  • Camera Crew
  • Sound Crew
  • Editors
  • Art Department Team Members
  • General Production Crew
• No experience required.
• Passion for filmmaking and storytelling.
• Reliable and able to work collaboratively with a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Compensation Details

• This opportunity focuses on portfolio building and production experience.
• Participants will receive:
  • Portfolio and reel-building opportunities
  • Networking with local filmmakers
  • Hands-on production experience
  • Credits on a completed short film
• Monetary compensation has not been specified.

Job Description

An independent narrative film production is seeking actors of all experience levels for a dramatic short film exploring immigration, identity, family, politics, justice, and the human stories that connect them. Casting directors are looking for performers who can bring authenticity, emotional depth, and humanity to a powerful story. Multiple paid principal and supporting roles are available.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a dramatic short film.
• Participate in rehearsals, filming, and production activities as required.
• Deliver emotionally compelling performances.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and crew throughout production.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

Principal Roles

Shri Thanedar

• Male, 50–70
• South Asian
• Determined politician navigating public scrutiny, personal conviction, and political pressure.

Mateo Duarte

• Male, 20–40
• Latino
• Intelligent, resilient, and deeply connected to his family and community.

Maria Jose

• Female, 20–40
• Latina
• Strong-willed and compassionate, carrying significant emotional weight.

Shashi

• Female, 40–70
• South Asian
• Maternal figure whose wisdom and emotional depth anchor key moments of the film.

Catalina

• Female, 20–40
• Latina
• Confident, outspoken, and driven by a strong sense of justice.

Judith Brooks

• Female, 40–70
• Any ethnicity
• Seasoned political figure balancing principle, optics, and public responsibility.

Rose Johnson

• Female, 30–60
• Any ethnicity
• Professional, composed, and influential within the political landscape.

Supporting Roles

ICE Regional Director

• Male or Female, 40–70
• Any ethnicity
• Authoritative, strategic, and composed under pressure.

Police Officer

• Male or Female, 25–60
• Any ethnicity
• Professional law enforcement presence.

Congressional Aides

• Male or Female, 20–40
• Any ethnicity
• Sharp, ambitious, and politically savvy.

Reporter

• Male or Female, 25–60
• Any ethnicity
• Strong on-camera presence and confident delivery.

Compensation Details

• Paid roles
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

Dexter: Resurrection Background Casting Call

Job Description

Dexter: Resurrection is now casting non-union background actors for paid work in Manhattan, New York. Production is seeking individuals to portray witnesses, suspects, and other precinct-related characters in police station interior scenes. This is a summer interiors shoot for the highly anticipated television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic background characters in police precinct scenes
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Participate in interior law enforcement-themed scenes

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Must be able to portray one of the following:
  • Witnesses
  • Suspects
  • Other precinct-related types
• Comfortable working in a police station setting
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Rate will be provided by casting

Featured Background Attractive Female for Netflix’s Free Bert

Job Description

Netflix’s Free Bert is casting featured background actresses to portray beautiful, fashionable women in scenes set at upscale cocktail parties, trendy bars, and exclusive fitness clubs. Producers are looking for women with strong confidence, glamorous looks, and a commanding on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a Netflix production
• Appear in scenes with lead actors
• Follow production and background direction
• Represent an upscale Los Angeles social atmosphere

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–38
• All ethnicities welcome
• Excellent physical shape
• Attractive, stylish, and fashionable appearance
• Strong confidence and natural camera presence
• Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area or able to self-report without travel compensation
• Available for full-day filming commitments

Compensation

• Filming: $300 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
• Fitting (if required): $75 for up to 2 hours

Featured Background Attractive Male for Netflix’s Free Bert

Job Description

Netflix’s Free Bert is seeking featured background actors to portray attractive, stylish, upscale men in scenes set at hip bars, elegant cocktail parties, and exclusive private workout clubs. Casting directors are looking for confident, charismatic individuals who naturally command attention and fit a high-end Los Angeles social scene aesthetic.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a Netflix series
• Participate in scenes alongside principal cast members
• Follow direction from production and background coordinators
• Maintain wardrobe and appearance consistent with an upscale social environment

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–38
• All ethnicities welcome
• Excellent physical shape
• Attractive, stylish, fashionable appearance
• Confident personality and strong on-camera presence
• Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area or able to self-report without travel compensation
• Full-day availability required for filming dates

Compensation

• Filming: $300 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
• Fitting (if required): $75 for up to 2 hours

Netflix’s “The Woods” Background Casting Call

Job Description

Netflix’s The Woods is now casting non-speaking background actors for multiple roles filming in Diamond Point, New York, near the Lake George area. Production is seeking adults to portray a variety of 1960s and 1970s period characters for scenes set during a summer season. Selected talent must be available for full-day filming commitments and required wardrobe fittings before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a Netflix television series
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Participate in required period wardrobe fittings
• Maintain authentic 1960s and 1970s character appearances
• Be available for full-day and evening filming schedules

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent
• Must attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Full-day availability required
• Able to accommodate early morning call times and potential late-night filming

Casting is seeking:

• 1970s Upscale Wealthy Garden Party Guests
• 1970s Artistic Garden Party Guests
• House Staff (Maids, Servers, Kitchen Staff)
• Groundskeepers and Landscaper Types
• Boat Crew and Handlers (must be comfortable working on a lake and in shallow water)

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Members: $224 for 8 hours
• Non-Union Talent: $187 for 10 hours

Kid Photo Doubles for Film Production

Job Description

A production is now casting kid photo doubles for an upcoming filming day. Casting directors are seeking children and young performers who closely match the appearance, height, clothing sizes, shoe sizes, hair color, and overall look of principal cast members.

Applicants should carefully review the role specifications and ensure they closely resemble the reference photos before submitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for principal cast members
• Match wardrobe, physical appearance, and on-set positioning requirements
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

Photo Double 1

• Female
• Caucasian
• Height: 4’2″–4’4″
• Weight: 57–70 lbs
• Children’s clothing size 10
• Shoe size 3
• Dirty blonde, light brown, or blonde hair
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Photo Double 2

• Female
• Caucasian
• Height: 5’1″–5’3″
• Weight: 80–90 lbs
• Children’s clothing size 12/14
• Shoe size 6
• Dirty blonde or light brown hair
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Photo Double 3

• Male
• Caucasian
• Height: 5’8″–5’10”
• Weight: 140–150 lbs
• Pants size 29×33
• Small shirt size
• Shoe size 9
• Must closely resemble the reference photo

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours

Hospital Background Actors

Job Description

A television series is seeking non-union background actors to portray hospital staff, patients, and visitors in upcoming scenes filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for reliable performers who can help create an authentic hospital environment for the production.

This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital personnel, patients, or visitors in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Help create a realistic hospital atmosphere on set
• Arrive prepared and ready for production activities

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Comfortable working in a hospital-themed production environment
• Professional attitude and ability to follow instructions
• Reliable and punctual
• Available for filming in New York City
• Able to participate in background scenes for television production

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted TV series

Patty (“Mee Maw”) – Supporting Role

Job Description

A non-union narrative short film is casting an actress to portray Patty, also known as “Mee Maw.” Chelsea’s grandmother is sharp-tongued, funny, and unforgettable, bringing humor and wisdom to the story. Producers are seeking a performer with strong character acting abilities and a memorable screen presence.

This featured supporting role offers the chance to play a vibrant character in a heartfelt narrative film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Patty (“Mee Maw”) in scripted scenes
• Participate in rehearsal and filming sessions
• Deliver authentic and engaging character performances
• Collaborate with cast and production staff
• Follow direction from the creative team

Requirements

• Woman, ages 65–77
• Hispanic, Indigenous, or Mixed ethnicity
• Strong personality and character acting skills
• Ability to portray a humorous and outspoken grandmother
• Local hire in the San Antonio, Texas area
• Available for rehearsal and filming dates

Compensation

• $200 per day

Linda – Supporting Role

Job Description

A non-union narrative short film is seeking an actress to portray Linda, a confident and charismatic woman who becomes the girlfriend of Chelsea’s father. This memorable supporting role requires strong screen presence, charm, and the ability to bring energy and personality to the character.

The role offers the opportunity to work closely with the principal cast in a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Linda in scripted scenes
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Collaborate with cast and production team
• Follow creative direction from the director
• Contribute to the story’s emotional and comedic moments

Requirements

• Woman, ages 27–35
• Confident personality and strong on-camera presence
• Comfortable portraying a flirtatious and outgoing character
• Strong acting skills preferred
• Local hire in the San Antonio, Texas area
• Available for rehearsal and filming dates

Compensation

• $200 per day