Houston Extras Open Casting Call

Caucasian Boy for Lifetime Movie

Job Description

A new Lifetime movie is seeking a young Caucasian boy for a flashback scene set in 1978. Selected talent will portray a sibling in a car dealership scene alongside a cast member playing the character’s mother. This paid child acting opportunity is filming in the East Point, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young boy in a flashback scene set in 1978.
• Perform as a sibling in a car dealership scene.
• Interact naturally with other performers during filming.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and a believable period-appropriate appearance on camera.

Requirements

• Caucasian boy ages 12–15.
• Brown hair.
• Brown eyes.
• Must have natural-looking hair appropriate for a 1978 period scene.
• Must be able to work in the East Point, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $140.

Caucasian Girl for Lifetime Movie

Job Description

A new Lifetime movie is seeking a young Caucasian girl for a flashback scene set in 1978. Selected talent will portray a sibling in a car dealership scene alongside a cast member playing the character’s mother. This paid child acting opportunity is filming in the East Point, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young girl in a flashback scene set in 1978.
• Perform as a sibling in a car dealership scene.
• Interact naturally with other performers as directed.
• Follow age-appropriate instructions from the production team.
• Maintain a natural and believable presence on camera.

Requirements

• Caucasian girl ages 8–10.
• Brown or brunette hair.
• Grey or greyish-blue eyes are preferred, but other eye colors may be considered.
• Must have natural-looking hair appropriate for a 1978 period scene.
• Must be able to work in the East Point, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $140.

Gen Z Couple for Yorktown Tourism Project

Job Description

A tourism project in Yorktown, Virginia, is seeking a Gen Z couple for a paid lifestyle shoot highlighting local attractions and experiences. Selected talent will appear in non-speaking photo and video content featuring activities such as visiting the Yorktown Welcome Center, exploring Riverwalk Pub, enjoying patio dining, and participating in other tourism-focused scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a Gen Z couple in tourism-focused photo and video content.
• Participate naturally in lifestyle activities around Yorktown.
• Portray visitors enjoying dining, sightseeing, and local attractions.
• Perform non-speaking actions and interactions for photos and B-roll footage.
• Follow creative direction from the production team throughout the shoot.
• Maintain a natural, engaging, and camera-friendly presence.

Requirements

• Couple ages 18–29.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to work in Yorktown, Virginia.
• Must be comfortable appearing in non-speaking photo and video content.
• Must be available for a half-day morning shoot.
• Non-union opportunity.

Compensation

• $200 per person.
• Usage includes an in-perpetuity license for photo and video content across print and digital media.

Female Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in to assist with lighting, camera blocking, and production setups. This paid television stand-in opportunity is looking for talent who closely matches the required physical characteristics of a cast member and can work professionally during long production days in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a cast member during television production.
• Assist the lighting and camera departments with scene setups.
• Follow blocking and positioning instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistent marks and positioning between setups.
• Remain attentive and available throughout potentially long filming days.
• Work professionally with the production crew and other stand-ins.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Dark hair or reddish dark hair.
• Approximately 5’6″–5’8″.
• Approximately 145–170 lbs.
• Must closely match the height, build, complexion, and hair color of the actor.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous stand-in or on-set background experience is preferred.
• Must be comfortable with early call times and approximately 12-hour production days.

Compensation

• $192 for up to 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.

Golf Resort Guests

Job Description

A golf trip production is seeking men and women to portray upscale golf resort guests. This paid background acting opportunity is open to adults of all ethnicities, including couples, friend groups, and families. Selected talent will appear in resort scenes and should be comfortable creating a polished, upscale atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale guest at a golf resort.
• Perform natural background interactions in resort and golf-related scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Interact naturally with other background performers as needed.
• Maintain a polished and professional presence on camera.
• Remain available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Couples are encouraged to apply.
• Friend groups are encouraged to apply.
• Families with children ages 18 and older are welcome to apply.
• Must be comfortable portraying an upscale resort guest.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the production area.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours.
• Additional $20 if selected to bring golf clubs.

Luke Victim Role for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Luke, a victim in a dramatic reenactment filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid television role requires talent who can resemble the production’s reference character and comfortably perform serious scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Luke, a victim, in a true crime television reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Deliver believable nonverbal reactions and physical performances on camera.
• Follow all blocking, performance, and safety direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• White male talent in their 40s.
• Must have short brown hair.
• Must resemble the production’s reference character.
• Must be comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union production.
• No scripted dialogue required.

Compensation

• $200 per day.

Young Luke Role for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Young Luke in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid television role requires talent who can resemble the production’s reference character and perform serious dramatic material involving scripted violence and murder-related content. The role does not include scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Luke in a true crime television reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Deliver believable nonverbal reactions and physical performances on camera.
• Follow blocking, performance, and safety direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• White male talent in their 20s.
• Must have short brown hair.
• Must resemble the production’s reference character.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union production.
• No scripted dialogue required.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Detective for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray Detective 2 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid television role involves scripted violence and a murder-related scene but does not include scripted dialogue. Selected talent should be comfortable performing serious dramatic material in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a true crime reenactment television series.
• Perform in scripted violence and murder-related reenactment scenes.
• Deliver believable nonverbal reactions and physical performances on camera.
• Follow blocking, safety, and performance direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout multiple takes and scenes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• White male talent in their late 50s to 60s.
• Bald with a clean-shaven face.
• Must resemble the production’s reference character.
• Must be comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union production.
• No scripted dialogue required.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Paralegal for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a background actor to portray a paralegal in an upcoming episode filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid background role is open to a wide range of performers who can bring a polished and believable professional presence to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a paralegal in professional office-related scenes.
• Perform natural background actions and interactions.
• Follow direction and blocking instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes.
• Work professionally with the cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Talent ages 28–45.
• Open to all genders.
• Open to all races.
• Must be a new face to “R.J. Decker” Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Must be comfortable portraying a professional office worker.

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours.

Guard for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a Black American male background actor to portray a guard in an upcoming episode filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid television casting opportunity is looking for talent who can deliver a professional and believable security presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guard in background scenes for the television series.
• Maintain a believable security presence while on camera.
• Follow blocking and performance direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout multiple takes.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background actors.

Requirements

• Black American male talent ages 30–50.
• Must be a new face to “R.J. Decker” Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Must be comfortable portraying a guard on camera.
• Must be available for the full production call.

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours.

Bar Patrons for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray bar patrons in an upcoming episode filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid background acting opportunity is open to performers of all genders and races who can create a natural and believable bar atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in background scenes.
• Perform natural reactions and interactions during filming.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity between takes.
• Work professionally with other background performers, cast, and crew.

Requirements

• Talent ages 21–30.
• Open to all genders.
• Open to all races.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Must be comfortable performing as background talent.

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours.

Black American Female Stand-In for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a Black American female stand-in for an upcoming episode filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for talent who closely matches the required appearance and can work professionally with the production team during camera, lighting, and blocking setups.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a principal performer during production.
• Assist with camera, lighting, and blocking setups.
• Maintain consistent positioning throughout rehearsals and production setups.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera team, and production crew.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout the workday.

Requirements

• Black American female talent.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Approximately 5’8″–5’10”.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Previous stand-in or on-set experience is preferred.

Compensation

• $180.