Major Music Video Casting Call for Background Actors

Mob Henchmen, Mob Bosses & Mob Guards for Music Video

Job Description
A music video for a major recording artist is casting featured background actors to portray mob henchmen, mob bosses, and mob guards. Production is seeking men with strong character looks who can authentically portray members of a powerful Italian-American crime family. This is a paid background acting opportunity filming in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray mob henchmen, bosses, or security figures in featured background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming
• Help create an authentic organized crime family atmosphere on screen
• Arrive on set prepared and ready for filming

Requirements

• Men ages 20 and older
• Caucasian, Mediterranean, Eastern European, Hispanic, or those who can authentically portray Italian-American character types
• Strong character faces and distinctive looks preferred
• Comfortable portraying organized crime-themed characters
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Paid featured background acting opportunity

Young Will

Job Description

An independent drama feature filming in the Chicagoland area is seeking an actor to portray Young Will, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role calls for a performer who can authentically portray a young father in dramatic storytelling scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Will in scripted scenes
• Follow production and director instructions
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Contribute to the emotional narrative of the film

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Approximately 6’0″ tall
• Dirty blond hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young father
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Young Liv

Job Description

A non-union independent drama feature is seeking an actress to portray Young Liv, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role will involve portraying a young mother in dramatic scenes and offers valuable on-camera experience in a narrative film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Liv in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Help bring emotional authenticity to the character

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Brown curly hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young mother
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Young Oliver

Job Description

An independent drama feature filming in the Chicagoland area is seeking a child actor to portray Young Oliver, the younger version of the film’s protagonist. This featured role includes dialogue and offers an excellent opportunity for young performers to gain experience in an independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Oliver in scripted scenes
• Deliver approximately three lines of dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in nighttime filming as scheduled
• Maintain character continuity throughout production

Requirements

• Male child actor who appears 6–8 years old
• Caucasian
• Brown hair and blue eyes preferred
• Must have a current work permit or be in the process of obtaining one
• Parent or guardian must be present throughout filming
• Previous acting experience is a plus
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

DHS Worker

Job Description

A true crime reenactment production is seeking an actress to portray a DHS worker in a scripted scene. The role requires a professional appearance and the ability to portray a government or social services professional in a realistic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a DHS worker in a reenactment scene
• Follow all production instructions
• Maintain professionalism on set
• Perform scene-specific actions as directed

Requirements

• Female
• In her 40s
• Professional appearance
• Comfortable portraying a government employee
• Available for filming in the Knoxville, TN area

Compensation

• $75 per day

Medical Examiner

Job Description

A true crime television production is seeking an actor to portray a medical examiner in a reenactment scene. This speaking or featured background role requires a mature and professional appearance to help bring an investigative storyline to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medical examiner in a reenactment scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Perform scene-specific actions related to the role
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 40–50
• Professional appearance
• Comfortable portraying a medical professional
• Available for filming in the Knoxville, TN area

Compensation

• $75 per day

Hospital Extras

Job Description

A television reenactment project is seeking hospital extras to help create a realistic healthcare environment. Talent will appear in background scenes portraying hospital staff, visitors, or patients during production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in hospital scenes
• Follow direction from production staff
• Help create a realistic hospital setting
• Remain available throughout scheduled filming

Requirements

• Any gender
• Comfortable working as background talent
• Able to follow on-set instructions
• Available for filming in the Knoxville, TN area

Compensation

• $100 per day

Nurse

Job Description

A true crime reenactment production is seeking talent to portray a nurse in an upcoming television project filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The production is looking for physically fit individuals who can convincingly portray a healthcare professional in dramatic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nurse in scripted reenactment scenes
• Follow production and director instructions
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Perform scene-specific medical actions as directed

Requirements

• Any gender
• Ages 20–40
• Physically fit appearance
• Medical experience or familiarity with scrubs preferred
• Available for filming in the Knoxville, TN area

Compensation

• $125 per day

Doctor

Job Description

A true crime television production is seeking talent to portray a doctor for a reenactment project filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This role requires a physically fit individual who can authentically portray a medical professional in scripted scenes. Previous medical experience or familiarity with scrubs is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in a scripted reenactment scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism on set
• Perform basic medical professional actions as required by the scene

Requirements

• Any gender
• Ages 40–50
• Physically fit appearance
• Clean-cut look
• Medical experience or familiarity with scrubs preferred
• Available for filming in the Knoxville, TN area

Compensation

• $125 per day

Music Video Casting Call for Featured Background Talent

Job Description

A major recording artist’s upcoming music video is seeking featured background talent for a cinematic production inspired by a classic Italian-American family aesthetic. The project will portray themes of family tradition, celebration, loyalty, power, and influence through scenes set at elegant wedding receptions, family gatherings, funeral services, upscale restaurants, and exclusive social circles. This is an excellent opportunity for performers looking to gain experience in a high-profile music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic characters within a cinematic family-centered storyline
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in featured background scenes throughout filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Help create realistic and engaging environments for key scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Family Members
  • Mob Associates
  • Featured Women
  • Chauffeurs
  • Priest
• Caucasian, Mediterranean, Eastern European, Hispanic, or talent who can authentically portray Italian-American character types
• Comfortable working in a professional music video production environment
• Reliable and able to follow on-set instructions

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Featured background role in a music video for a major recording artist
• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced music video

Major Comedy Sequel Casting Call – Very Tall Male Talent

Job Description

A major comedy sequel is seeking an exceptionally tall male performer for a featured background role. Casting directors are looking for talent who can bring a memorable on-screen presence to this high-profile production filming in the Los Angeles area. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union submissions are welcome for this exciting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a comedy film
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Contribute to the visual storytelling of key scenes

Requirements

• Male talent
• Must be 6’6″ or taller
• SAG-AFTRA members preferred, but non-union talent may submit
• Available to work in the Simi Valley area
• Comfortable working on a professional film set
• Reliable and able to follow on-set instructions

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours (SAG rate)
• Featured background role in a major comedy sequel
• Opportunity to gain experience on a high-profile film production

Music Video Casting Call – Featured Background Roles

Job Description

A music video production for an undisclosed artist is casting featured background talent for multiple roles filming in the Nashville area. Casting directors are seeking performers who can bring authenticity and personality to key scenes. This is a paid opportunity for talent looking to gain experience and build credits in music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in music video scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in scheduled filming dates as assigned
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set
• Help create realistic and engaging scene environments

Requirements

Receiving Clerk (Featured Background)

• Male talent
• Ages 55–75
• All ethnicities welcome

Receiver / Warehouse Supervisor (Featured Background)

• Female talent
• Ages 40–50
• All ethnicities welcome

Diner Waitress (Featured Background)

• Female talent
• White
• Ages 20–28

Waitress’s Daughter (Featured Background)

• Female child talent
• White
• Ages 9–10
• Mother-daughter pairs encouraged

Fighting Boyfriend (Featured Background)

• Male talent
• White
• Ages 25–40
• Real couples encouraged

Compensation

• Featured background rates start at $225 for 10 hours
• Additional roles may pay within the production’s $100–$650 rate range depending on role
• Non-union production