Houston Extras Open Casting Call

Zombie Movie Extras (Overnight Shoot)

Job Description
A zombie movie is now casting background actors to appear as on-camera extras in an overnight film shoot. Production is seeking men and women (18+) of all ethnicities who can commit to late-night hours, stay energized on set, and follow direction for zombie-style movement and atmosphere scenes. If you love horror projects and want film extra experience, this is a solid paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a zombie movie extra, following direction for movement, pacing, and reactions.

• Take guidance from the assistant directors for background action and continuity.

• Maintain wardrobe/makeup continuity as required for horror scenes.

• Be professional and camera-ready for long overnight filming hours.

• Work well with other extras and crew in busy set environments.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+ (must be able to work overnight).

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Comfortable with horror/zombie-themed performance and physical movement.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full overnight shoot.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (travel not provided).

Compensation

• $100–$200 flat rate (based on role and production needs).

Little League Game Day Roles: Families, Spectators, and Umpire

Job Description
A scripted production is casting background and featured atmosphere roles for a Little League baseball game day scene. Talent is needed to portray Little League families and spectators, minor family members, and a Little League umpire. This is a great opportunity for performers and real people who can bring authentic game-day energy, follow on-set direction, and help build a lively baseball crowd environment. Guaranteed pay applies, with overtime available when filming runs long.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Little League crowd member, family attendee, or game-day participant on camera.

• Follow direction for reactions, cheering, movement, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Take direction quickly and remain professional in a busy set environment.

• For umpire role: perform basic umpire actions and movement in game play moments.

Requirements

• Little League Families & Spectators: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+.

• Little League Family Members (Minors): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 8–17 (must have parent/guardian coordination).

• Little League Umpire: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+; umpire/baseball experience preferred.

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must keep sizing information accurate for wardrobe needs.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full filming day that may run long.

Compensation

• $96 guaranteed for up to 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Background Patrons (With or Without Car)

Job Description
A TV production is casting background patrons to appear in restaurant-style scenes. Casting is seeking fresh faces who can bring natural, everyday energy on camera and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Talent may be booked as a standard patron or as a patron with a car, which includes an additional car bump. If you’re local to Atlanta and ready for paid background work, this is a great last-chance opportunity to get on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in background scenes with natural reactions and realistic movement.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent actions throughout filming.

• If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and maintain vehicle continuity for the scene.

• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

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

• Comfortable working as background talent in a restaurant environment.

• Must provide recent clear photos and basic details for consideration.

• If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red or white; be ready to share car year, make, model, and color.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full shoot day.

Compensation

• $175 for up to 12 hours.

• $35 car bump (if booked with a car).

Featured Background Roles: Baseball Family (Mom + Son)

Job Description
A scripted production is casting featured background talent to portray a baseball family connected to a principal character. Seeking a Caucasian woman (20s–30s) to play the wife/mother and a Caucasian boy (around age 9) to play the son. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking for featured extra work with guaranteed pay, overtime eligibility, and additional bumps for featured days and fittings. Baseball experience is a plus for the youth role, especially Little League.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable baseball family in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for timing, movement, and continuity.

• Remain camera-ready and consistent across multiple takes and setups.

• Arrive prepared for long production days, including early call times when required.

• Bring a professional attitude and collaborate smoothly with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Adult Role: Caucasian female, ages 20s–30s, comfortable portraying a wife/mother.

• Youth Role: Caucasian male child, age 9 (or able to portray 9); baseball/Little League experience preferred.

• Must be able to work as local talent and provide accurate sizes for wardrobe.

• Must be able to supply basic wardrobe options that fit the provided guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to full filming days (days may run long).

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours guaranteed (time-and-a-half after 8 hours).

• $50 featured bump per filming day.

• $20 fitting bump (if a fitting is required).

Neighbor (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting a background actor to portray a neighbor in a neighborhood scene. Production is seeking a natural, believable presence who can bring authentic reactions and everyday realism to camera. This is a great fit for performers who take direction well and are comfortable working a full filming day. Location: Alpharetta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in background scenes with natural behavior and realistic reactions.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Stay camera-ready and professional throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Female, ages 55–65.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Alpharetta, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the scheduled shoot day, as call/wrap times may vary.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Police Officers / SWAT (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting background talent to portray police officers and SWAT in neighborhood scenes. Production wants men and women who can bring a strong, professional presence on camera and take direction well on a fast-paced set. Location: Alpharetta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officer or SWAT background roles in scripted neighborhood scenes.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Maintain a confident, uniform-ready look and professional on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Alpharetta, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the scheduled shoot day, as call/wrap times may vary.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Police Officers / FBI (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting background talent to portray police officers and FBI. Production is seeking men and women who can bring a professional, authoritative presence to camera in law-enforcement-style scenes. This is a great opportunity for performers with a clean, camera-ready look who can take direction on a fast-moving set. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officer or FBI background roles in scripted scenes.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Maintain a professional, uniform-ready appearance and confident presence on camera.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the selected workday (as call times may vary).

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Grocery Store Patrons (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is seeking background actors to portray grocery store patrons. This is a great fit for talent who can deliver natural, everyday movement and reactions in a real-world retail setting. Production is looking for men and women 18+ who are camera-ready and can take direction on set. Location: Marietta, GA (near Marietta Square).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grocery store shopper in background scenes with natural movement and realistic behavior.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Remain professional, patient, and camera-ready throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Men and women, 18+.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Marietta, GA area.

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day and able to work a full filming day if needed.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Featured Electrician (Police Officer Look) for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured electrician who will also double as a police officer, filming in the Dunwoody area. Production needs a fit, camera-ready performer with a clean, professional appearance suitable for a police officer look. This is a small-day shoot with a strong cast and crew. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an electrician in a featured background role and also appear as a police officer as needed.

• Follow direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Stay camera-ready with a neat, uniform-appropriate appearance throughout the day.

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, ages 30–60.

• Fit build.

• Must have hair and grooming appropriate for a police officer look: no beard.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.

Featured Wife Role for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured wife for an upcoming scene filming in the Dunwoody area. Production is seeking a natural, believable on-camera presence to portray the wife of a principal character with a Midwestern feel. This is a small-day shoot with a professional set and crew. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the wife of a character in a featured background role within a scripted scene.

• Follow on-set direction, maintain continuity, and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Deliver natural, realistic reactions and simple actions that support the scene.

Requirements

• Caucasian woman with blonde hair, ages 30–40.

• Must be able to convincingly portray a Midwestern-type look and vibe.

• Must work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.

Featured Mechanic Role for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured mechanic for an upcoming scene filming in the Marietta area (near Marietta Square). Production is looking for a believable, blue-collar mechanic type who can bring a natural, grounded presence on camera. This is a small-day shoot with a professional set and crew. Location: Marietta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic in a featured background role within a scripted scene.

• Follow on-set direction, maintain continuity, and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Perform simple, realistic mechanic-style actions as directed for the scene.

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 30–50.

• Must be able to convincingly portray a mechanic (blue-collar look), tall and fit preferred.

• Must work as a local hire in the Marietta, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.

Event Patrons for Miami Movie Premiere (Red Carpet)

Job Description
A movie premiere event in Miami is looking for event patrons to attend, enjoy the red carpet, watch the film, and mingle during a social hour. This is a fun, on-camera-friendly atmosphere with a lively crowd, so bring your best energy and be ready to cheer, react, and have a great time. Location: Coconut Grove area, Miami, FL.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the premiere, enjoy the red carpet experience, and watch the movie.

• Mingle during the social hour and help create an upbeat, celebratory atmosphere.

• Be present and engaged on camera (laugh, cheer, react naturally).

Requirements

• All ethnicities, all genders, ages 18+ (as provided).

• Comfortable in a social setting with potential filming/photography.

• Available for the full time commitment: 5:00 PM–9:30 PM.

• Wear casual nice attire suitable for a premiere event.

Compensation

• $60 flat rate.