HULU’s ‘Murdaugh Murders’ Atlanta Extras Open Casting Call
Casting Call: Background Extras for Limited Series “Murdaugh Murders”
Job Description
A limited series based on the real-life drama of the Murdaugh family is seeking background extras to portray a variety of roles. Filming will take place in locations across the greater Atlanta area, including Doraville, Monroe, and Lake Lanier. This is a unique opportunity to work on a high-profile project for NBC/Universal Television.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray specific background roles including family members, law enforcement, medical staff, and courtroom attendees.
- Participate in filming during a Monday-to-Friday schedule.
- Collaborate with the production team to bring authenticity to the scenes.
Requirements
- Must be available for filming in Atlanta and surrounding locations.
- Open to the following roles:
- Police, sheriff, and detective types.
- Real medical staff such as nurses, doctors, and EMTs.
- Law firm staff, including lawyers and other professionals.
- Courtroom types such as judges, stenographers, and court attendees.
- South Carolina locals for party scenes and Low Country vibes.
- Men and women with 1970–1990 pickup trucks or cars.
- Reporters, photographers, and videographers (real experience is a bonus).
- Special ability rates apply for certain roles, including medical and police professionals.
Compensation
- Standard rate: $100 per day with overtime after 8 hours.
- Stand-in/photo double rate: $196 per 12-hour day, plus overtime after 12 hours.
- Special ability rates and additional bumps apply to specific roles or vehicle use.
- Most filming days will be 12 hours or more, with adjusted pay for extended hours.
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