First Capital Film ‘I Can’ Casting Extras

Youth Featured Background Actors for Major Period Drama Feature Film

Job Description
A major period drama feature film is casting local youth background actors for featured background roles in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is seeking boys to portray younger brothers in a 1900s-era setting. This is a great opportunity for young performers (SAG-AFTRA or non-union) who can take direction well, stay focused on set, and look authentic for a historical film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background “younger brother” in a period drama scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, reactions, and positioning between takes

• Work professionally with child welfare guidelines and on-set supervision

Requirements

• Boys ages 9–13

• Must be under 5 feet tall

• Caucasian-appearing with light brown to dirty blonde hair

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Buffalo, NY area

• Must have a valid NYS child performer permit and trust account (or be willing to obtain)

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $224 for 8 hours (SAG BG scale)

Blind and Visually Impaired Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking blind and visually impaired individuals for paid background roles in various scenes filming in New York City. Production is looking for people of all types, ethnicities, and genders, and wants authentic representation on camera. This is a union-covered background opportunity with professional set experience on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes while working in a structured set environment

• Be prepared for full filming days during the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Blind and visually impaired individuals

• All types, ethnicities, and genders welcome

• Must be able to work in New York City

• Must be available for filming during the scheduled May production window

• Must be able to present valid identification for employment eligibility

• If using a guide dog or support person, must be comfortable working with them on set as needed

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Covered by SAG-AFTRA CBA (preference of employment may apply)

General Background Actors (Feature Film)

Job Description
A new feature film is now hiring paid background actors to appear in upcoming scenes filming in the New Orleans area. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and enjoy working in a professional film environment as part of a crowd, neighborhood, or everyday setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as general background talent in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, movement, and positioning

• Be punctual, professional, and camera-ready throughout the day

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a background actor on a feature film set

• Open to a wide range of looks and types

• Must be local to New Orleans or surrounding areas, or able to work as a local hire

• Comfortable providing basic info and current measurements for casting consideration

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Young Partygoers Needed for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a large group of young partygoers for an upcoming scene. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking energetic, camera-ready talent who can bring a fun, modern party vibe on screen. The production is especially interested in booking a strong mix of hip-looking men and women, with additional roles available for partygoers who are comfortable smoking and vaping for a separate scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a partygoer in a feature film background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during party action

• Maintain a natural, lively presence that matches a social party environment

• Stay professional and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• Ages 18–30

• All genders encouraged to apply

• Must be comfortable working in a party scene setting

• Some roles require comfort with smoking and vaping (for select partygoer roles)

• Must be able to work as a background actor in Chicago

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

Recurring Background Extras for Feature Film “Gift of Love”

Job Description
Recurring background extras are needed for a feature film titled “Gift of Love” filming in the Punderson, Ohio area (about 45 minutes from Cleveland). These are paid, recurring extra roles, and full availability across all required shoot dates is essential. This opportunity is a strong fit for reliable talent who can maintain continuity, follow direction, and appear across multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as recurring background talent across multiple shoot days

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain consistent wardrobe and look as required for recurring scenes

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the filming day

• Support the production environment by staying attentive between takes

Requirements

• Must be fully available for all required shoot dates for the role

• Must be able to work in Punderson, Ohio as a local hire or travel independently

• Comfortable working as recurring background in a feature film

• Two recent photos preferred (headshot and full-body; professional not required)

• Recurring roles available:

  • Team A (2 teammates: 1 male, 1 female as a couple), ages 60s+

  • Team B (2 teammates: 2 males), ages 50s+

Compensation

• $100 per 8 hours

Job Description

A low-budget proof-of-concept short film is casting background performers to portray medieval knights and foot soldiers in an action-focused battle sequence. This is a non-speaking background opportunity with the potential for select performers to be featured. Performers must be comfortable with swordplay on camera and able to arrive camera-ready in their own medieval look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medieval battle warriors (knights/foot soldiers) in background action scenes

• Perform basic staged combat and swordplay (self-directed, fast-paced set)

• Follow on-set direction for timing, spacing, and safety during battle choreography

• Maintain wardrobe/armor continuity and arrive fully costumed and ready to work

Requirements

• Male legal adults (approx. ages 18–50s)

• Must provide your own medieval wardrobe/armor (1000–1200s-era look)

• Must arrive costume-ready and prepared for a quick-moving shoot

• Must have safe weapons/props (preferred; bring what you can)

• Experience preferred: stage combat, reenactment, Buhurt, HEMA, SCA, or similar (but not required if you can perform convincing broadsword-style combat)

• Non-union

• Limited availability (production may cap the number of performers)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid passion project

• Meal provided after the shoot

Job Description
A feature film titled “Dalton” is casting background actors to portray police officer / law enforcement types. Talent will appear in on-camera scenes requiring a strong, professional presence and a clean-cut (regulation-appropriate) look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer/law enforcement background role on set

• Follow on-set direction from the AD team and production

• Maintain a professional presence and consistent look throughout filming

• Attend a wardrobe/costume fitting if required

• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate grooming (regulation-appropriate hair/facial hair)

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 22–55

• Strong, professional presence

• Clean-cut or regulation-appropriate hairstyles/facial hair

• Must be local to Savannah or able to self-report (work as a local)

• Must be available for a costume fitting if selected

• No prior on-camera experience required

Compensation Details

• $130 / 8 hours

• Fitting pay: $32.50 (if applicable)

Job Description

A nonunion corporate video for a cable provider is seeking male extras to portray mechanics in a garage scene. This role is ideal for talent who can look natural working in a shop environment and take direction well on set. Casting is being done from photos only, and applicants should be local to the Philadelphia, PA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic extra in a garage/shop scene for a corporate video.

• Follow on-set direction for background action, blocking, and continuity.

• Maintain a believable work-shop presence (handling tools, moving around the set naturally as directed).

• Work professionally and collaboratively with the crew and other background talent.

Requirements

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 25–50

• Must be local to the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a garage environment.

• Able to submit clear photos for casting (casting from photos only).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the post (to be provided upon inquiry).

Job Description

A nonunion corporate video for a cable provider is seeking extras to portray pool players in a scene set in a pool hall. This opportunity is best for talent who can look natural in a casual social environment and take direction easily on set. Casting is being done from photos only, and applicants should be local to the Philadelphia, PA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pool player extra in a pool hall scene for a corporate video.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, background movement, and continuity.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a natural, believable presence during filming.

• Work professionally with the crew and other background talent throughout production.

Requirements

• Age Range: 25–50

• Must be local to the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a pool hall environment.

• Able to submit clear photos for casting (casting from photos only).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the post (to be provided upon inquiry).

1990s Black/Latino Bar Patrons (Background Actors) for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray 1990s-era bar patrons, with a focus on Black and Latino talent. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in paid background acting work on a feature film, helping create an authentic bar atmosphere with period-accurate styling. Filming and a wardrobe fitting will take place in New Jersey (Jersey City and Hoboken area).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lively 1990s bar patron in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a period-accurate look

• Work professionally with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NJ/NY area or able to work as a local

• 1990s-appropriate hair and grooming required (no modern hairstyles)

• Must have valid identification to complete employment paperwork

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $224 / 8 hours

Paid Extras for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is hiring paid extras for a variety of background actor roles. This film extras casting is open to union and non-union talent, with opportunities for diverse looks and everyday character types. No acting experience is required—just bring a great attitude, take direction well, and be ready for a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and background team

• Maintain continuity between takes (wardrobe, actions, positioning)

• Work professionally on set and stay performance-ready during holding

Requirements

• All genders and all ethnicities welcome

• Must be 18+

• Union and non-union talent welcome

• Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S.

• Background types may include stand-ins, locals, tourists, upscale partygoers, waitstaff/bartenders, and more

• Comfortable providing recent, clear photos for casting consideration

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

Male Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A non-union feature film is hiring male background actors for a production filming in Austin, Texas. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent who can take direction, blend naturally into scripted scenes, and help bring a feature film environment to life. Casting is seeking a range of looks across all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background actor in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, positioning, and movements between takes

• Remain professional, attentive, and camera-ready throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men, ages 30–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot day

• Comfortable with standard background actor guidelines (no hats, sunglasses, or extreme close-up photos for submission)

Compensation

• $125 for a 12-hour day (non-union)