Los Angeles Extras Casting Call for Professional Types

Uniformed Police Officers and Prisoners – Streaming Series Background Roles

Job Description

An upcoming streaming series filming in the Atlanta, Georgia, area is casting background talent to portray uniformed police officers and prisoners. The production is seeking performers who can bring authenticity and strong character presence to law enforcement and correctional setting scenes. Police officer roles are especially suited for talent with previous law enforcement, military, security, or similar experience, while prisoner roles call for a broad range of distinctive, gritty, weathered, or unconventional character looks. Some police officer roles may recur throughout the series, making flexible availability beneficial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed police officer or prisoner in a streaming series
• Perform realistic background actions appropriate to assigned scenes
• Follow blocking, movement, and continuity instructions from the production team
• Maintain believable character behavior throughout multiple takes
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers
• Remain available for the full production day

Requirements

• Men and women
• Police officer roles: approximately ages 30–55
• Prisoner roles: approximately ages 18–70
• All ethnicities are welcome, with African American talent primarily sought
• Police officer talent should have a clean-cut, professional appearance
• Previous law enforcement, military, security, or similar experience is strongly preferred for police roles but not required
• Prisoner roles welcome distinctive, character-filled, rough, gritty, weathered, or unconventional looks
• Must be able to realistically portray the assigned role
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Morrow/Atlanta, Georgia, area
• Flexible availability is encouraged for potential recurring police officer roles

Compensation

• $110 for 10 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid when applicable
• Transportation and lodging are not provided

John – Father Role for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation production in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a male actor to portray John, the father of a central character. Casting is looking for someone who can authentically embody a hardworking farmer-type personality during an interview-style scene with detectives. The role is nonspeaking and relies on appearance, expressions, and natural reactions to create a believable dramatic recreation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father of a central character in a true crime series
• Participate in an interview-style recreation scene with detectives
• Communicate character reactions through facial expressions and body language
• Follow direction and blocking from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 50s–60s
• Farmer or hardworking character type
• Scruffy facial hair or a beard is acceptable
• Comfortable performing a nonspeaking dramatic recreation
• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee
• Dependable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $75 per day
• No lodging provided

Young Son – True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime television series is casting a young boy for a featured recreation role filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. The child will appear in two scenes, including a family moment where he brings his mother water and a separate interview-style scene with a detective. The material is designed as a controlled recreation, and the child should be comfortable taking simple direction and performing natural reactions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young son in two true crime recreation scenes
• Perform simple actions and reactions naturally on camera
• Participate in a child-friendly detective interview scene
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
• Work cooperatively with adult performers and crew members

Requirements

• White boy, ages 4–6
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a nonspeaking role
• Able to follow simple production direction
• Parent or guardian must remain with the child throughout filming
• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $75 per day
• No lodging provided

EMT Roles – True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting two performers to portray EMTs during a recreated emergency scene. These nonspeaking roles involve working with a small group of background performers and performing realistic physical actions associated with emergency response. Candidates should be comfortable with active movement and capable of handling the physical demands of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT during a true crime recreation scene
• Perform believable emergency response actions on camera
• Work alongside other performers during a simulated emergency sequence
• Follow movement, positioning, and safety instructions
• Maintain continuity during repeated takes

Requirements

• Two performers needed
• Any gender
• Any look
• Physically able to stand, kneel, and squat
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Comfortable performing a physically active nonspeaking role
• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $75 per day
• No lodging provided

Lyle – True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A Knoxville-based true crime television production is seeking a male performer for the role of Lyle, a farmer-type character involved in a dramatic recreation storyline. The role includes two scenes and requires an actor who can communicate the character’s circumstances through believable physical performance without scripted dialogue. The storyline involves an affair, but no kissing or flirting is required or implied.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lyle in two true crime recreation scenes
• Deliver authentic reactions and natural character behavior
• Perform scripted scene actions without spoken dialogue
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Maintain consistent character behavior between takes

Requirements

• White male in his 30s
• Farmer-type appearance
• Comfortable portraying a character involved in a dramatic storyline
• Able to perform nonspeaking scenes naturally on camera
• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee
• Professional and dependable on set

Compensation

• $100 per day
• No lodging provided

Detective Museus – True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting a male actor to portray Detective Museus in a nonspeaking scene. This role calls for talent who can convincingly embody a professional detective through natural reactions, body language, and on-camera presence. The production is non-union and features recreated scenes without scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Museus in a true crime recreation
• Perform natural investigative actions without scripted dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming
• Deliver a believable law enforcement presence on camera

Requirements

• White male, ages 40s–50s
• Average build
• Clean-shaven
• Comfortable performing in a nonspeaking recreation role
• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $75 per day
• No lodging provided

Grip – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

A television production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is looking for background talent to portray a grip working behind the scenes on set. This role calls for someone who can convincingly represent a hands-on production crew member while contributing to the look and energy of an active film set. Candidates with real-world grip, lighting, stagehand, or production experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grip as part of a television production crew
• Perform realistic crew movements and background actions
• Interact with production-related equipment or props as directed
• Follow instructions regarding positioning, blocking, and continuity
• Work naturally alongside other background production crew members
• Maintain professional behavior throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 18–50
• Comfortable portraying a grip in a television production environment
• Real-life grip, lighting, stagehand, or film crew experience is a plus
• Able to follow on-set instructions and repeat actions consistently
• Reliable, attentive, and professional

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Camera Operator – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

An upcoming television project is seeking background talent to portray a camera operator on a busy production set in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area. The selected performer should be comfortable recreating realistic camera crew behavior while working alongside other background talent portraying production professionals. Previous camera department, filmmaking, videography, or television production experience can help bring additional authenticity to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional camera operator in background scenes
• Perform believable camera crew movements and actions
• Work naturally alongside other performers portraying production staff
• Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set instructions
• Repeat assigned actions consistently across multiple takes
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying a professional camera operator
• Camera, videography, filmmaking, or production experience is a plus
• Able to follow instructions and maintain continuity
• Reliable and professional in a television production environment

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Sound Mixer – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

Background talent is needed to portray a professional sound mixer for an upcoming television production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area. The role calls for someone who can convincingly recreate the movements and responsibilities of an on-set audio professional. Real-world sound department, audio production, or film crew experience is highly valuable for bringing authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a sound mixer working on a professional television set
• Perform realistic sound department actions during background scenes
• Interact appropriately with production equipment and crew
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff
• Help create an authentic behind-the-scenes production environment

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying an on-set sound professional
• Real-life sound mixing or production audio experience is preferred
• Able to follow detailed direction during filming
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Wardrobe Assistant – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

A television production in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is casting background talent to portray a wardrobe assistant working behind the scenes on a professional set. The selected performer will help create an authentic production environment by acting as a member of the wardrobe department. Candidates with experience in wardrobe, costume, styling, fashion, or film production are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wardrobe assistant in television production scenes
• Perform realistic wardrobe department activities as directed
• Interact naturally with performers, props, and other background crew
• Follow blocking and continuity instructions during filming
• Take direction from the production team throughout the shoot
• Maintain professional on-set behavior

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 18–40
• Comfortable portraying a wardrobe department crew member
• Wardrobe, costume, styling, or production experience is a plus
• Able to perform natural background actions on camera
• Dependable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Camera Operator / Production Assistant – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

An upcoming production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is seeking background talent to portray a camera operator or production assistant. This role is ideal for performers who can naturally represent the fast-paced environment of a professional television set. Candidates with real-world camera, production assistant, or film crew experience are encouraged to highlight their experience when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a camera operator or production assistant in background scenes
• Perform realistic television production crew actions on camera
• Handle or interact with production-related props as directed
• Follow instructions from the assistant directors and production team
• Maintain natural background movement and continuity between takes
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying a professional TV production crew member
• Real-life camera operator or production experience is a plus
• Able to follow on-set direction and repeat actions between takes
• Reliable and professional in a production environment

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Father and Son Golfers – TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting a father and son to portray a golfing duo in an exterior scene filming in the Bronx, New York. The production is seeking a dad in his 30s–40s and a boy ages 10–13 who are comfortable and experienced with golf. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can confidently handle golf-related action and deliver natural, believable interactions on camera. The background role is covered by the SAG-AFTRA CBA and is subject to a Preference of Employment provision.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and son golfing together in a television series
• Perform realistic golf movements and background action on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain natural father-and-son interactions throughout the scene
• Remain professional and attentive during exterior production

Requirements

• Dad should appear to be in his 30s–40s
• Son should be between 10–13 years old
• Both performers must know how to golf
• Comfortable performing golf-related actions on camera
• Able to participate in exterior filming in the Bronx
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Special Ability Rate: $241 for 8 hours