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Marching Band Member with Instrument – Background Role

Job Description
A production filming in Covington, Georgia is urgently casting a marching band member with their own instrument for a short shoot day. Producers are seeking talent ages 18 to early 20s who can portray a high school student in an on-camera scene. This is a morning call time with a shorter filming schedule, making it a great opportunity for local musicians ready to step onto a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school marching band student on camera

• Bring and play your own marching band instrument

• Follow direction from the assistant director

• Arrive on time for morning call

• Maintain energy and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s

• Must own a marching band instrument

• Able to convincingly portray a high school student

• Local to Covington, GA or able to work as a local hire

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Short filming day

• Professional on-set experience

Featured Veterans – NBC Pilot Background Role

Job Description
An NBC pilot is casting featured background actors to portray military veterans in an interior support group scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This television production is seeking strong character faces who can embody the grounded presence, discipline, and authenticity of former service members. Real-life veterans are highly encouraged to apply, though prior military experience is not required. This is a featured background opportunity selected by the director and producers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran attending a support group meeting

• Deliver natural, grounded reactions in an emotional scene

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain professionalism during a 12-hour filming day

• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

• All genders, all ethnicities

• Ages 20s–60s

• Strong character presence

• Able to work in Atlanta, GA

• Open availability for a full filming day

Compensation

• $12.50 per hour

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours

Pedestrians with Cars – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series filming in Atlanta is casting paid background actors to portray pedestrians with their own vehicles. Casting directors are seeking men and women ages 18–60 of all ethnicities to appear in street and exterior scenes. This is a multi-day background opportunity for local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in street scenes

• Provide your own vehicle for filming

• Follow direction from production

• Be prepared for 8–12 hour filming days

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Ages 18–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a vehicle available

• Local to Atlanta, GA

• Available for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

Police Station Background Actors

Job Description
A television series in Atlanta is casting background actors to portray police station personnel and visitors. Producers are seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18–60, who can bring realism to an active station environment. This paid background opportunity offers valuable on-set experience in a scripted series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police station staff or visitors

• Follow on-set blocking and direction

• Maintain natural reactions during filming

• Be available for a full production day

Requirements

• Ages 18–60

• All ethnicities

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

• Professional and reliable

• Available for scheduled filming date

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Overtime after 8 hours

Neighbors with Cars – Background Actors

Job Description
A new television series filming in Atlanta, Georgia is casting paid background actors to portray neighbors with their own vehicles. Production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18–60, to appear in residential neighborhood scenes. This is a great opportunity for local talent to gain on-set experience while having their car featured on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighborhood resident in exterior scenes

• Provide your own vehicle for filming

• Follow direction from the assistant director

• Be prepared for an 8–12 hour production day

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a personal vehicle available for filming

• Local to Atlanta, GA

• Open availability for scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid background acting role

Firefighter Role – Non-Speaking Background Actor

Job Description
A television production filming in Chicago is casting clean-shaven male background actors to portray firefighters in a non-speaking role. Producers are seeking men in their 20s to 40s with short hair and a professional appearance to work on set for an upcoming shoot date. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent ready to step into a realistic first responder role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a scripted television scene

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director

• Maintain a professional and alert on-screen presence

• Be prepared for a full production day

• Arrive camera-ready and comply with grooming standards

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–40s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states

• Must not have worked on this production within the last two weeks

• Provide accurate clothing sizes and measurements

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Professional television set experience

• Opportunity to portray a firefighter on a major production

Stand-Ins for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is now casting stand-ins to work in Chicago and surrounding Illinois areas. Casting directors are seeking experienced stand-ins who closely match the height, weight, and complexion of principal actors to assist with lighting and camera blocking. This is a great opportunity for background actors looking to gain more on-set responsibility and hands-on production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal actors during lighting and camera setup

• Match the physical profile of assigned actor

• Take direction from the camera and lighting departments

• Remain patient and focused during technical setup

• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states

• Prior experience as an extra or stand-in preferred

• Ability to closely match one of the following looks:

  • Asian male, 20s–40s, 5’9”–5’11”, 155–175 lbs, dark hair

  • Caucasian male, 40s–60s, 5’8”–5’10”, 155–175 lbs, grey hair

• Must provide accurate height, weight, and current photo

• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity

• On-set experience with a professional TV production

• Opportunity to work closely with camera and lighting teams

Bodyguards – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting directors for the vertical short film Ace: The Golf King’s Reconquest are seeking non-union male background actors to portray bodyguards in San Antonio, TX. Production is looking for talent with a strong, intimidating presence to enhance high-profile tournament scenes. This is a one-day background role for performers who can deliver a commanding on-screen look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional bodyguard in tournament scenes

• Maintain a serious, authoritative presence on camera

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Arrive prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Intimidating or strong physical presence preferred

• Must be local to San Antonio, TX

• Available for the specified one-day shoot

• Reliable transportation required

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $90 for 8 hours

• Non-union background rate

• One-day filming commitment

Golf Tournament Audience Members – Background Actors

Job Description
The vertical short film Ace: The Golf King’s Reconquest is seeking non-union background actors to portray golf tournament audience members in San Antonio, TX. Casting directors are looking for men and women who can naturally react to live tournament action and help create an energetic, authentic crowd atmosphere. This is a repeating role across two filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a golf tournament spectator during filming

• React naturally to on-screen golf action

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production crew

• Maintain wardrobe consistency for continuity

• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–50s

• Must be local to San Antonio, TX

• Available to work both scheduled shoot dates

• Reliable transportation required

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $90 for 8 hours per day

• Non-union background rate

• Repeating role for two filming days

Ren Faire Background Actors with Full Costume

Job Description
A popular sitcom is now casting union and non-union background actors to portray Ren Faire types with full Renaissance Faire costumes in the Los Angeles area. Casting directors are seeking talent who already own authentic, camera-ready Ren Faire wardrobe. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a fast-paced television production while showcasing their unique Renaissance-inspired look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ren Faire characters in full costume for a sitcom production

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain period-appropriate appearance throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready with your own full Renaissance Faire outfit

• Remain professional and punctual during scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Open to union and non-union background actors

• Must own a full Ren Faire costume (armor, medieval dresses, tunics, etc.)

• Must be available to work in the Los Angeles area

• Able to provide a current photo in full costume

Compensation

• $144/8 hours (Non-Union)

• $224/8 hours (Union)

• Additional $27 costume bump

Real Canasta Player – Background Role

Job Description
A production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina is casting a real Canasta player for a featured background scene. Producers are seeking individuals with genuine knowledge of the card game who can play naturally and confidently on camera. This is a paid opportunity for talent 18+ looking to bring authentic gameplay to a scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Play Canasta naturally during a filmed scene

• Demonstrate real understanding of the game

• Follow direction from the assistant director

• Provide your own wardrobe options (2–3 outfits)

• Be prepared for a full production day

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have real Canasta experience

• Local to Wilmington, NC area

• Professional, punctual, and reliable

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid background role

Corrections Officers – Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting non-union background actors to portray corrections officers in Nashville, TN (Antioch area). This production is seeking physically fit, strong men to authentically represent 1990s-era prison officers. Filming includes a rehearsal date and shoot date, and selected talent must be fully available for both. This is a paid background acting opportunity for performers ready to commit to long production days on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a corrections officer in a 1990s-set television series

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain a professional, authoritative on-screen presence

• Be prepared for extended filming hours (12+ hour days possible)

• Attend both rehearsal and shoot dates

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–55

• Physically fit, strong build

• Waist size 32–38 inches

• Height between 5’7” and 6’2” (wardrobe requirement)

• No trendy or modern hairstyles (period-appropriate look required)

• Must be local to Nashville, TN (Antioch area)

• Must be fully available for both scheduled dates regardless of call time

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid non-union background role

• Opportunity to work on a professional TV production