“Kingdom Business” Casting Call for Stand-ins

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)

Feature Film Extras Casting: Real Couples & Individuals (Non-Union)

Job Description
A non-union feature film is casting extras and background actors to portray real couples and individuals for scenes set at a couples yoga retreat. Production is seeking talent of all ethnicities, ages 20–50, who are comfortable with light physical interaction on camera (such as snuggling, assisted stretching, or massage). This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to build experience as a film extra on a professional set in Austin, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in couples retreat and yoga-style scenes.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes.

• Portray natural, believable reactions and interactions for the scene.

• Remain professional, punctual, and ready to work throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Real couples and individuals, all ethnicities, ages 20–50.

• Must be comfortable with light physical interaction (snuggling, assisted stretching, massage).

• Must be available to work in Austin, TX as a local hire.

• Provide recent, clear photos that reflect your current look (including a chest-up and full-body photo).

Compensation

• $125 for 12 hours (non-union rate).

Pedestrian Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray pedestrians in a police-station area scene filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is perfect for new faces who can bring natural, everyday movement and realistic street atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in background action to help build realistic street and public-setting moments.

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

• Maintain a natural, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette.

• Work smoothly with production regarding holding, staging, and resets.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

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

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Detective Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray detectives for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is for talent who can bring a believable, professional law-enforcement presence to a police-station setting and take direction well on a fast-moving set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in background action for police station scenes.

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

• Maintain a camera-ready, professional presence and stay in character during takes.

• Work with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s look and requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

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

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Police Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray police officers for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This is a great opportunity for new faces to join a professional set, work with a strong crew, and appear in police-station sequences that help build the realism of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background action for a police station scene.

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

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence and remain in character during takes.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

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

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Recurring Extras for Feature Film “Gift of Love” (Punderson, OH Area)

Job Description
A feature film is casting recurring background extras for multiple shoot days in the Punderson, OH area (within driving distance of Cleveland). These recurring roles are for talent who can commit to all required filming days for their team. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for reliable performers who can take direction, stay consistent across scenes, and work comfortably in a team setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recurring teammate in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days (wardrobe, movement, reactions)

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout long filming windows

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Punderson, OH area as a local hire

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

• Ages 50–current depending on team role

• Roles needed:

  • Team A: 1 male + 1 female (couple), ages 60s–current

  • Team B: 2 males, ages 50s–current

Compensation

• $100 per hour (background rate)