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Los Angeles Extras Casting Call for Basketball Players

Casting Call: Non-Union Basketball Players to Portray Teen Athletes

Job Description
A new TV series filming in Los Angeles is casting non-union basketball players who are 18 but can believably portray younger teens. This is a fantastic opportunity for athletes with solid on-court skills to bring their talent to the screen. The shoot is scheduled for select dates in May, and players must know how to play the game and be ready to showcase their skills in action-packed basketball scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray high school basketball players in scripted scenes

  • Participate in on-camera basketball sequences requiring real gameplay

  • Follow direction from the production team and stay in character throughout filming

Requirements

  • Non-union talent, age 18 but must look younger

  • Must have basketball experience and be able to perform on camera

  • Must be local to Los Angeles

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate to be confirmed upon booking)

  • Great exposure in a network television project

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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).

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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).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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.

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Dressed Firefighter Extras (Clean-Shaven Males)

Job Description
A production filming in the Chicago area is seeking clean-shaven male extras to portray dressed firefighters. This background role is ideal for talent with a polished, uniform-ready look and the ability to take direction on a busy set. Casting is focused on short hair, clean-shaven men across all ethnicities, ages 20s–40s. Location: Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states (to IL only).

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a uniformed firefighter in background scenes.

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

  • Remain camera-ready with a neat, clean-shaven appearance and short hair.

  • Be prepared for a full filming day and work efficiently in a team setting.

Requirements

  • Male, clean-shaven, short hair.

  • All ethnicities, ages 20s–40s.

  • Must be local to Chicago/suburbs or able to work in Illinois from surrounding border states.

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot day provided by production.

  • If previously booked in the last two weeks, be ready to share that information.

Compensation

  • Pay rate not listed.

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Featured Background Actors for Network TV Series (Fertility Clinic Scene)

Job Description
A network TV series is seeking non-union featured background talent for a fertility clinic scene in Nashville, TN. Casting is looking for specific looks and authentic, camera-ready performers who can help bring a real-world clinic environment to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a fertility clinic visitor or patient spouse in a featured background role with natural, believable reactions on camera.

  • Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity while maintaining a professional, production-ready attitude.

  • Remain available for a full production day based on scheduling needs.

Requirements

  • Local hire to Nashville, TN (no travel provided).

  • Lesbian Couple: 2 female-presenting talent, ages 30–40, comfortable portraying a couple (no touching).

  • Husband Role: 1 male-presenting talent, ages 30–40, portraying a husband at the clinic.

  • Wife Role: 1 female-presenting talent, ages 30–40, portraying a wife at the clinic.

  • Must match the requested look/type and be comfortable in a clinical setting scene.

  • Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set if needed (call time provided later).

Compensation

  • $100 / 8 hours (8-hour guarantee at $12.50/hr).

  • Overtime paid (time-and-a-half after 8 hours).

  • Non-union featured background pay structure; actual time worked may vary.

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