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Background Actors to Portray Protesters for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray protesters for an upcoming scene set in the late 1990s. The project will film in the Franklin, Tennessee area and requires performers who can help create a realistic protest environment as part of a dramatic storyline. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of talent who can bring energy and authenticity to crowd scenes portraying individuals on both sides of a protest.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a protester in background scenes for a television production

• Follow on-set direction from the director and assistant directors

• Participate in crowd scenes that reflect a realistic protest environment

• Submit wardrobe photos for virtual fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism during long filming days

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–70

• Production is especially seeking individuals ages 18–20 who can appear younger

• Must be local to the Franklin, Tennessee area

• Comfortable portraying a protester in a dramatic scene

• Able to provide photos for virtual wardrobe fitting

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour guarantee)

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Featured Background Actors to Portray Witnesses for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors to portray witnesses in an upcoming project filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The scene will require performers who can deliver natural, realistic reactions while supporting the storytelling of a dramatic sequence. This opportunity is ideal for actors looking to gain on-set experience and appear in a featured background role in a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a witness in a featured background role

• React naturally during dramatic scene filming

• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors

• Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming

• Maintain professionalism while working on a television set

Requirements

• Black male actors ages 25–70

• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area (Antioch local hires preferred)

• Available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Comfortable working as featured background in a dramatic scene

• Flexible schedule and able to work extended filming hours if needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour guarantee)

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• $30 additional compensation for wardrobe fitting

Background Actors and Production Crew for Film Project

Job Description
A film production is now casting background actors and production crew types for an upcoming project filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking a wide range of talent to portray realistic workplace, hospital, and street environments on screen. Casting directors are looking for individuals who can help bring authenticity to scenes by portraying crew members, office staff, patients, tourists, and other everyday roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent or specialty roles in various film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Help create realistic environments for workplace, hospital, and public settings

• Maintain professionalism while working with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Must be available to film in Atlanta, Georgia

• Open to men and women of various backgrounds

• Ability to portray one of the following roles:

• Admin types

• Assistant directors (ADs)

• Backlot workers

• Camera crew

• Craft service personnel

• Film crew members

• Demo workers

• Female gaffer

• Film technicians

• Production gophers

• Grips and electric crew

• Hospital scene patients

• Latino extras

• Office production assistants

• On-set production assistants

• Painters

• People with cars

• Set dressers

• Tourists on a tour bus

Compensation

• $132 for a 10-hour shoot day

Paid TV Series Extras

Job Description
A hit television series filming in Atlanta, Georgia is now casting male and female background actors for multiple featured extra roles. Production is seeking reliable performers to portray street pedestrians, salon customers, and upscale gala attendees. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers to gain on-set experience while working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in various scenes including street, salon, and gala environments

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team during filming

• Arrive on set prepared in appropriate wardrobe when required

• Maintain professionalism and continuity during takes

• Work collaboratively with cast, crew, and other background actors

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Open to male and female background actors

• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia

• Some roles require formal attire such as tuxedos or formal gowns

• Ability to follow on-set directions and remain attentive during filming

Compensation

• $100 for an 8-hour filming day

• Payment issued by check after production processing

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a television series set

Officer for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting an actor to portray a police officer in a dramatic reenactment filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role will involve scenes depicting scripted crime scenarios for network television. The production is seeking an athletic male performer who is comfortable handling prop firearms and performing in scenes that include scripted violence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a true crime reenactment scene

• Perform scripted scenes involving crime investigation scenarios

• Handle prop firearms safely under production supervision

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming on set

Requirements

• Black male, ages 20–40

• Athletic build

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-themed content

• Must be comfortable handling a prop gun on camera

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Hotel provided

Elite Trick Basketball Players

Job Description
A television production is casting elite trick basketball players for background roles in an upcoming project filming in the Los Angeles area. Casting directors are seeking talented basketball performers who can execute impressive trick shots and ball-handling skills on camera. Selected athletes will showcase advanced basketball abilities such as dribbling tricks, spinning multiple basketballs, and creative dunk variations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced basketball trick shots and ball-handling skills on camera

• Demonstrate creative basketball techniques during filming

• Follow direction from the production team during scenes

• Participate in basketball performance sequences as part of the background cast

• Maintain professionalism throughout the filming day

Requirements

• Must be able to portray elite trick basketball players

• Ability to perform advanced tricks such as:

  • Trick dribbling

  • Trick shooting

  • Half-court shots

  • Creative dunk variations

  • Spinning basketballs or other freestyle skills

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles area as a local hire

• Union and non-union submissions accepted

Compensation

• $300 for 8 hours of work

Nightclub Guests With Luxury Vehicles for NBC Pilot “The Rockford Files”

Job Description
Hylton Casting is also seeking background actors who own luxury vehicles to portray upscale nightclub guests in scenes for the NBC pilot The Rockford Files. These roles will help create a high-end nightlife atmosphere with luxury arrivals outside the nightclub.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray wealthy nightclub guests arriving or departing the venue

• Provide and use your own luxury vehicle for filming scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate in exterior arrival or valet-style scenes

Requirements

• Must own a luxury vehicle

• Vehicle must be clean, well-maintained, and visually appealing

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

• Comfortable participating in nightlife arrival scenes

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Additional bump for use of a luxury vehicle

Nightclub Patrons for NBC Pilot “The Rockford Files”

Job Description
Hylton Casting is seeking background actors to portray stylish nightclub patrons in upscale nightlife scenes for the NBC pilot The Rockford Files. Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, and the scene will depict a high-end nightclub atmosphere inspired by luxury nightlife settings with a sophisticated European edge.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale nightclub patrons in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Participate in nightclub environment scenes with other background actors

• Wear stylish, fashion-forward attire appropriate for a luxury venue

• Maintain a professional presence on set throughout filming

Requirements

• All genders

• Caucasian talent with Eastern European look preferred

• Ages 20–40

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

• Comfortable portraying guests in a high-end nightlife environment

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided by production upon booking)

• Opportunity to appear in a major television pilot production

Protesters for TV Series “Scarpetta” Season 2

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray protesters for Scarpetta Season 2 filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This scene is set in the late 1990s and will feature protest groups on both sides of a capital punishment debate. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of background performers, including younger adults who can portray teenagers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray protesters in background scenes for a television series

• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators

• Participate in large crowd scenes depicting demonstrations

• Wear wardrobe that fits a late-1990s setting (guidelines will be provided)

• Be available for the full filming day as scheduled by production

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70

• Production is especially seeking 18–20-year-olds who can portray younger characters

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area

• Comfortable participating in protest-style crowd scenes related to capital punishment themes

• Available for scheduled filming dates and flexible with call times

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours of work

• Overtime paid after 8 hours where applicable

• Must be available for up to 12 hours on set

Medical Examiners for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray medical examiners in an upcoming scene filming in Southeast Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking men and women who can convincingly portray professional medical personnel in a clinical environment. This role offers performers the opportunity to appear in a realistic medical setting while gaining on-set experience in a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medical examiners in a television scene

• Follow direction from the production and background team

• Perform realistic background actions in a medical or laboratory setting

• Maintain professional demeanor on camera

• Help create an authentic medical environment during filming

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older

• Open to all ethnicities

• Professional appearance suitable for a medical setting

• Comfortable performing in hospital or laboratory-style scenes

• Must be able to work locally in Southeast Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming

• Paid background acting opportunity

• Professional on-set experience in a television production

Charity Event Attendees for Film Scene

Job Description
A production is casting background actors to portray guests attending a charity event in an upcoming filmed scene. The production is seeking individuals of all backgrounds to help create an authentic event atmosphere with a lively and diverse crowd. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining on-set experience while contributing to a realistic event setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray attendees at a charity event scene

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Interact naturally with other background performers

• Maintain realistic event behavior on camera

• Help create a lively and authentic crowd environment

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable appearing in a crowd scene

• Professional attitude and ability to follow direction

• Must be able to work in Hampton or Lovejoy, Georgia

Compensation

• $132 for up to 10 hours of filming

• One-day booking with a required wardrobe fitting

• Professional on-set experience working on a production

Police Officers and Military Personnel for Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is casting background actors with real-life law enforcement, military, or tactical experience for upcoming scenes filming in Macon, Georgia. The production is seeking authentic professionals who can naturally portray police officers and tactical personnel in realistic action sequences. This role will help bring credibility and realism to scenes requiring experienced individuals familiar with tactical environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers or tactical personnel in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain realistic behavior and presence consistent with law enforcement or military roles

• Participate in action or tactical environment scenes as directed

• Contribute to an authentic professional atmosphere on set

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–50

• Open to all ethnicities

• Real police, military, or tactical experience required

• Comfortable performing in realistic law enforcement or military-style scenes

• Must be able to work locally in Macon, Georgia

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours of filming

• Paid background role in a feature film production

• Opportunity to work on a major film set