Marathon Runners & Crowd Extras Casting Call for Sports Film Re-Creation
Job Description
A production is casting background performers to recreate key moments from a marathon journey, including start-line scenes with elite athletes and an emotional finish-line sequence. Talent will portray marathon runners (elite and fun runners) and energetic supporters in a finish-line crowd to help build an uplifting, cinematic atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a marathon runner or enthusiastic supporter on camera for key race-day scenes.
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Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes.
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Arrive camera-ready and match the requested “early 2000s” (2003-style) look as closely as possible.
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Participate in light action such as running, reacting, cheering, and crowd movement as directed.
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Maintain professionalism on set and cooperate with cast, crew, and other background talent.
Requirements
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Must be comfortable being filmed in public, outdoor conditions.
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Ability to take direction, remain focused, and repeat actions for multiple takes.
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For runner roles: must be able to jog/run comfortably as needed for scenes.
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Must be able to provide your own wardrobe that fits the requested early-2000s marathon vibe (guidance/mood board referenced by production).
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Reliable transportation to set.
Compensation Details
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Unpaid role
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Reasonable travel expenses covered
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Water and light refreshments provided
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Amateur Boxers for Major Production
Job Description
A major upcoming production is now casting male and female amateur boxers for featured and supporting roles. Casting directors are searching for real fighters with proven boxing experience to bring authenticity and power to an exciting new project filming in May 2026.
This casting call is open to boxers of all ages, ethnicities, and genders. If you have real fighting experience and want to step into the world of film and television, this is your chance to showcase your skills on screen.
Whether you’re an active amateur competitor or have strong gym and ring experience, this production is looking for talent who can deliver realistic boxing performances for a major on-screen project.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform realistic boxing scenes for film or television
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Participate in rehearsals and fight choreography sessions
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Follow direction from the production and stunt team
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Maintain physical conditioning for performance scenes
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Collaborate with cast and crew during filming
Requirements
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Amateur boxers with provable fighting experience
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Must be 16+ years old
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Valid National Insurance (NI) number
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Open to all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds
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Ability to commit to filming schedule in May 2026
Compensation
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Good rates of pay
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Featured and supporting role opportunities
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Professional on-set experience
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Potential future casting opportunities