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Bar Patrons (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting bar patrons for background extra work in an upcoming scene. Production is seeking white men ages 20–70 who can bring authentic bar atmosphere—natural reactions, casual movement, and believable presence on camera. If you’re reliable, professional, and comfortable taking direction on set, this is a great paid extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron with natural behavior and realistic reactions in background scenes.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Interact naturally with other background performers as directed (sitting, chatting, reacting).

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a busy set environment.

Requirements

• White men, ages 20–70 (or able to portray).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Comfortable portraying a bar environment role in a period setting.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Church Goers (With or Without Cars)

Job Description
A production is casting African American men and women to portray church goers in upcoming scenes. Talent may be selected with or without a car, and production is looking for reliable, camera-ready background performers who can follow direction and help create an authentic church-day atmosphere. If you have a vehicle that fits the guidelines, you may be asked to include it as part of the booking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church goer 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 professional attitude on set.

• If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and keep continuity for vehicle placement.

• Work smoothly with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• African American men and women, ages 18+.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Fayetteville.

• If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red, black, or white.

• If submitting with a car: be able to provide a photo of your car and list year, color, make, and model.

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working in a background role.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Real Medics (Male & Female) for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real medics for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is seeking male and female medics of all ethnicities with a clean, professional look (short hair; clean-shaven; mustache ok). This is a great paid opportunity for working medics who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction, and commit to the full multi-day schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real medic in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity during multiple setups.

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance throughout long shoot days.

• Wear medic uniform/gear as needed and keep continuity between takes.

• Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

• Real medics only (male and female).

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Short hair preferred; clean-shaven; mustache ok.

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Must be available for all required filming days (multi-day commitment is mandatory).

• Must submit a recent color photo in medic uniform.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (per day).

Real Male Firefighters for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real male firefighters for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is looking for firefighters who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction on set, and commit to more than one work date. Some shoot days take place outside during incident scenes (higher rate), while other days are inside the firehouse. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can work multiple days, this is a strong paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during firehouse and incident setups.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and stay camera-ready throughout long shoot days.

• Wear firefighter uniform/gear as required and keep continuity between takes.

• Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

• Real male firefighters only.

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Must have availability for multiple filming days (production prioritizes those who can work more dates).

• Must submit a recent color photo in firefighter uniform.

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable with long shoot days and late wrap times.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (higher-rate incident/outside days; details shared upon selection).

• $132 for 8 hours (firehouse/interior days).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Crime Scene Friends (Ages 18–Early 20s)

Job Description
A film production is casting crime scene friends for background extra work in a scripted scene (including a bonfire setting). Casting is seeking young adult talent ages 18 to early 20s who can bring natural reactions, believable energy, and strong on-camera presence. If you’re a Knoxville-area performer looking to gain set experience and earn pay for a shoot day, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend extra in a crime scene/bonfire scene with natural behavior and realistic reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Stay focused, camera-ready, and professional throughout filming.

• Work collaboratively with other extras and crew to maintain scene atmosphere.

• Arrive on time and be prepared for outdoor/night-style scene conditions if required.

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s (or able to convincingly portray).

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area.

• Must have two recent photos (one shoulders-up, one full-body).

• Provide basic info for consideration (height/weight, city/state; agency info optional).

Compensation

• $50 per day (one scene per day).

Interrogation Scene Friend Extras (Ages 18–Early 20s)

Job Description
A film production is casting interrogation scene friend extras to appear in a scripted scene and help create a realistic, lived-in atmosphere on camera. Casting is looking for young adults ages 18 to early 20s with natural presence, strong reactions, and the ability to take direction quickly. If you’re a Knoxville-area performer ready for on-set experience and a paid extra booking, this role is a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend extra in an interrogation scene with natural reactions and believable behavior.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, eyelines, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional on set.

• Arrive prepared and ready to work within the production schedule.

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s (or able to convincingly portray).

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area.

• Must have two recent photos available (one shoulders-up, one full-body).

• Provide basic details for consideration (height/weight, city/state; agency info optional).

Compensation

• $75 flat rate (one scene).

Yardmen (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting yardmen for background extra work in an outdoor scene. Production is seeking white men ages 30–70 who can portray working-class grounds crew with believable movement and a natural on-camera presence. If you’re comfortable taking direction, working outside, and appearing in period wardrobe, this is a solid paid extra opportunity for local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a yardman/grounds worker with realistic movement and natural reactions on camera.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Handle basic work props as directed (tools, buckets, rakes, etc.).

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White men, ages 30–70 (or able to portray).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Comfortable working outdoors and standing/walking for extended periods.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Family of 4 (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting a family of four for background extra work in an upcoming scene. Production is seeking a believable family unit—two adults and two kids—who can bring natural interaction, warm chemistry, and authentic reactions on camera. You don’t have to be a real family, but you should be comfortable working together as one in a period setting. This is a paid background opportunity for local talent ready to follow direction and help build a lived-in world on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family of four in background scenes with natural movement and realistic reactions.

• Interact comfortably as a family unit (walking together, light conversation actions, staying close).

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance for wardrobe and scene continuity.

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Must be a group of four: two adults and two children who can portray a cohesive family.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Comfortable filming in a period setting; wardrobe guidelines and/or fitting may apply.

• Parent/guardian coordination required for minors as applicable.

• Reliable availability and ability to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per person per day.

Short Order Cooks (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting short order cooks for background extra work in an upcoming diner/kitchen scene. Production is seeking white men ages 30–70 who can bring believable kitchen energy—focused movement, natural reactions, and a grounded on-camera presence. Real cooking or restaurant experience is a plus, but not required. If you can take direction and look authentic behind the grill, this is a great paid extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a short order cook with realistic kitchen movement and natural reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Handle basic kitchen props as directed (spatula, towels, plates, etc.).

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background talent on set.

Requirements

• White men, ages 30–70 (or able to portray).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Comfortable portraying kitchen/diner staff in a period setting.

• Cooking/restaurant experience helpful but not required.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Local Artists (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting local artists for background extra work, portraying painters attending an event. This is a paid opportunity for white men and women ages 30–70 who can bring a believable creative presence on camera. If you have an artistic vibe, can follow direction, and want experience on a professional set, this background role is a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a painter/artist at an event with natural reactions and realistic behavior.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Use simple business (handling props, mingling, observing) as directed to support the scene.

• Stay camera-ready and maintain consistency in look and actions across setups.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White men and women, ages 30–70 (or able to portray).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Comfortable portraying an artist/painter in a period setting.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

1960s Couples (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting 1960s couples for background extra work. Production is seeking white men and women, ages 18+, to portray couples in authentic period scenes. You do not need to be a real-life couple, but you must be comfortable performing as one on camera, including natural interaction like holding hands and being around one another. This is a great paid extra opportunity for talent ready to bring believable chemistry and a polished, era-appropriate look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable 1960s couple in background scenes with natural reactions and movement.

• Interact comfortably with your scene partner (holding hands, standing close, casual conversation actions).

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance for wardrobe and scene continuity.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work in a period set environment.

Requirements

• White men and women, ages 18+ (must be able to portray).

• Must be comfortable acting as a couple with another performer (real couples not required).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Clean-shaven or mustache-only looks may be preferred for period accuracy.

• Natural hair colors preferred; visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Bus Stop Patrons (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting bus stop patrons for background extra work. Production is seeking men and women (18+) of all ethnicities who can help create a natural, lived-in street scene with authentic reactions and realistic movement. If you’re reliable, camera-ready, and comfortable taking direction on set, this is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional film/TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bus stop patron in background scenes with natural behavior and believable reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout the filming day.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Provide accurate sizes for wardrobe/costume needs if requested.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

• Comfortable being filmed in a busy set environment.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

Compensation

• $100 per day.