Feature Film Ithaca Casting Call for Background Actors

Young Male Actor for Film Role

Job Description
A film production is looking for a talented young male actor to portray the son of a lead character. This role is ideal for someone who can bring authenticity, emotion, and strong storytelling ability to the screen. The part is a director-selected role, offering a great opportunity for emerging actors to stand out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the son of a principal actor in scripted scenes

• Take direction well and deliver strong emotional performance

• Collaborate with cast and crew to maintain continuity

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

Requirements

• Male talent, Caucasian

• Ages 18–20

• Able to work during the scheduled filming period

• Comfortable performing in speaking or featured scenes

Compensation

• Paid role at a competitive rate

• Additional project details provided upon selection

Background Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A popular television series is seeking new faces to appear as background talent in an upcoming episode. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are reliable, adaptable, and excited to contribute to a fast-paced production environment. Talent will portray hotel guests and help create authentic, lively scenes for the show.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as hotel guests in various background scenes

• Follow all direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and punctuality throughout filming

• Remain available for the full shoot day as needed

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities

• Ages 18–65

• Must be local to the Atlanta, GA area

• Must not have appeared on the show in any role this season

• Must have a newer vehicle (2020 or later); additional pay included

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered

• Comfortable signing a release form if needed

Compensation

• Base rate: $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime paid after 12 hours (if applicable)

• Additional vehicle bump provided

Holiday Film Extras – Adults & Children

Job Description
A heartwarming holiday production is seeking reliable and enthusiastic extras to bring festive scenes to life. This project is perfect for talent who enjoy working in family-friendly environments and want to be part of a fun seasonal shoot. The film features lively holiday activities and requires both adults and children to help create authentic, joyful moments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in background scenes set in a holiday-themed environment

• Follow on-set directions from production staff

• Maintain professionalism during long shoot hours

• Work collaboratively with other background actors to create natural crowd interactions

Requirements

• Adults and children welcome; all minors must be at least 7 years old

• Any ethnicity; girls and boys

• Minors must have a valid work permit

• Adults must be 18+

• Ability to work late-evening or nighttime hours

• Parents/guardians must accompany minors if booked

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Hours vary depending on scene

• Additional compensation details provided upon booking

Gala Guests / Board Members

Job Description
A vertical micro-drama series filming in Atlanta is seeking men and women to portray upscale gala guests and high-profile board members. These roles help bring to life an elegant fundraising event and a tense corporate environment. Talent should have a polished look, confident presence, and the ability to blend naturally into luxury, high-society settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray refined, upscale guests or executives at a formal gala

• Maintain a polished, professional appearance on camera

• Follow direction from the production team to support scene tone and background action

• Arrive on time with wardrobe options that match an elegant evening or business-professional setting

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 30–65

• Any ethnicity

• Strong ability to portray wealthy, influential, or corporate individuals

• Must be local to Atlanta or able to self-report

• Available during the week of December 8th, 2025

Compensation

• Paid background roles; rate provided upon selection

1960s Car Hop Roller Skaters

Job Description
A docufilm shooting in Savannah is seeking talented roller skaters to portray 1960s-style car hops. This role requires confident skating ability and an authentic, period-appropriate look. The project blends Southern Gothic themes with rich character moments, offering a unique opportunity to bring a retro-inspired role to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform roller-skating movements safely and confidently on camera

• Portray a 1960s car hop with charm and period-accurate energy

• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

• Maintain consistency in appearance and performance

• Arrive fully prepared and available for the filming date

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–32

• Must roller-skate well

• Must match a 1960s period-appropriate appearance

• Local to Savannah or able to self-report

• Reliable transportation required

• Owning personal skates is helpful but not required

• Full availability on the filming date

• Comfortable with visible tattoos being noted if applicable

Compensation

• $200 per day

Country Club Goers and Mourners

Job Description
A feature film shooting in the Atlanta area is casting men and women to portray country club goers and mourners in a separate scene. These roles require the ability to convey natural background reactions, subtle emotional expression, and an upscale or refined appearance suitable for a country club setting. Filming will take place in the Fairburn area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray country club guests or mourners authentically on camera

• Follow on-set direction to support the tone of each scene

• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance

• Arrive on time and prepared with appropriate wardrobe pieces if requested

• Work cooperatively with cast and crew on a professional film set

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 30–65

• Must be available for filming in the Fairburn area

• Should fit upscale, polished, or formal looks depending on the role

• Must be local to Atlanta or able to self-report

• Current photos depicting your present look required

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise specified

Firehouse Scene Roles (Male & Female, 20s–60s)

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities to appear in a firehouse scene. Talent will portray everyday personnel and background characters in a business-casual environment. Firefighter roles require a clean-shaven appearance, while all other roles have no facial hair restrictions. Applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firehouse personnel or background characters naturally on camera

• Follow instructions from the on-set team

• Arrive wardrobe-ready in business-casual attire

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming date

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–60, all ethnicities

• Clean-shaven requirement applies only to firefighter roles

• Must not have worked on the production within the previous week

• Must be local to the Chicago area or nearby states

• Ability to appear in business-casual wardrobe

• Must be available for the filming date

• Clothing measurements needed:

  • Men: height, weight, suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe

  • Women: height, weight, T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe

Compensation

• Standard background rate based on production guidelines

• Additional details provided upon booking

Cops, Detectives, and Medical Examiners

Job Description
A new feature film shooting in the Atlanta area is seeking men and women to portray cops, detectives, and medical examiners. These roles require strong on-camera presence, professionalism, and the ability to embody authoritative or investigative characters naturally. Filming will take place in the Fairburn area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray law enforcement or medical examiner roles authentically

• Follow direction from the on-set team during all scenes

• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance

• Arrive prepared and on time for filming

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 18–55

• Must be available for filming in the Fairburn area

• Must match the general look of law enforcement or medical professionals

• Must be local to Atlanta or able to self-report

• Current photos reflecting your present look required

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise specified

White Shirt Firefighter Role (Male, 30s–50s)

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American male actor to portray a clean-shaven firefighter with short hair for an upcoming scene. This role requires strong on-camera presence, professionalism, and the ability to take direction well. Talent must be fully available for both a wardrobe fitting and the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a white-shirt position with confidence and authenticity

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain continuity in appearance throughout filming

• Arrive on time for both the fitting and shoot

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• African American male, 30s to 50s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• Current hairstyle must match submitted photo

• No hats, sunglasses, headshots, or professional comp cards in submitted photo

• Photo must show full face and hair with no cropping

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must be available for both the fitting and filming

• Ability to work a full day on set

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2

Featured Background – Sports Fans

Job Description
A commercial campaign shooting in the Oklahoma City area is seeking featured background sports fans of all ages to bring lively, energetic reactions to screen. This project involves capturing a fun, family-friendly atmosphere with a wide variety of looks and types. Filming will take place in the evening, and selected talent will be director-picked for featured moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray enthusiastic sports fans with natural, energetic reactions

• Follow direction from the production team during crowd-based scenes

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and a positive attitude on set

• Arrive on time and ready for an evening shoot

• Work well with families, kids, and a diverse group of performers

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities

• Ages 7 to 60+

• Families, couples, parents with kids, dads/kids, moms/kids, and individuals welcome

• Must be available for an evening shoot in the Oklahoma City outskirts

• Must be able to work as a local (no travel or lodging provided)

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Compensation

• $100 for up to 4 hours

• Paid for the full 4 hours even if wrapped early

Male Hand Double

Job Description
A Netflix film is seeking a skilled male hand double for an upcoming shoot in Atlanta. This role requires precision, comfort working around baked goods, and the ability to perform detailed hand movements on camera. Talent must be able to match the physical hand characteristics required for the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera hand movements as directed

• Work comfortably and confidently with baking tasks

• Maintain continuity in hand positioning and appearance

• Follow on-set instructions to achieve clean, close-up shots

• Be punctual and prepared for a full production day

Requirements

• African American male, ages 20–35

• Dark brown skin tone

• Slim or average fingers

• Must be comfortable with baking tasks

• Ability to take direction and repeat precise movements

• Must be fully available for the shoot window

Compensation

• $225 for 12 hours

• Paid by production through Everset payroll

Hero Tech for HVAC Commercial

Job Description
An HVAC commercial shooting in Jacksonville, North Carolina is seeking a Hero Tech to represent the face of a local HVAC company. This non-speaking role will feature the talent interacting with homeowners and showcasing basic workmanship skills while maintaining a strong, trustworthy on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Hero Tech in a non-speaking commercial role

• Interact with homeowners on camera in a friendly, professional manner

• Demonstrate simple HVAC-related tasks as guided by an authorized technician

• Maintain a polished, reliable appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 35–45

• Athletic build with a professional look

• Trustworthy, hardworking presence

• Comfortable demonstrating light, guided equipment handling

• Must work as a local in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Compensation

• $500 + 20% agency fee