HULU’s ‘Murdaugh Murders’ Atlanta Extras Open Casting Call

Background and Featured Talent

Job Description
A new film production is seeking background and featured performers for multiple sequences, including nightclub, theatre, park, classroom, and hospital scenes. This project is ideal for individuals interested in on-set experience, collaborative storytelling, and participating in a visually driven narrative. No prior acting experience is needed—just enthusiasm, reliability, and the ability to take direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in background and featured scenes across various environments

• Follow direction from the creative team during filming

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Contribute to the overall atmosphere and realism of each scene

Requirements

• Open to all ages, genders, and ethnicities

• Must be available for film dates in Tallahassee, Florida

• Comfortable working in crowd scenes and varied locations

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Project provides details upon selection

• May include meals, networking opportunities, and on-set experience

Pedestrians with Bicycles – Background Talent

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray pedestrians with bicycles for outdoor scenes. This role is ideal for talent who enjoy active, movement-based work and want to contribute to creating a realistic, lively city environment. Selected performers will help bring authenticity to street scenes through natural interactions and subtle on-camera activity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian with a bicycle in exterior scenes

• Walk, stand, or move naturally with your bike as directed

• Maintain continuity and consistent positioning through multiple takes

• Follow all instructions from the production and background team

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–50s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

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

• Must not have recently worked on the production

• Must bring your own bicycle to set

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate and additional details provided upon selection

Bar Patrons – Background Talent

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray bar patrons in lively indoor scenes. This opportunity is ideal for performers who enjoy character-based background work and can bring natural energy, subtle reactions, and a relaxed on-camera presence to help create an authentic bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in interior scenes

• Provide natural reactions and subtle movement to enhance atmosphere

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Stay engaged and professional throughout multiple takes

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–50s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be a local hire within Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must not have recently worked on the production or be booked for upcoming dates

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate and additional details provided upon selection

Joggers – Background Talent

Job Description
A production is seeking energetic background actors to portray joggers in outdoor scenes. This opportunity is perfect for individuals who enjoy active roles and want to gain on-set experience while contributing to realistic, movement-driven moments within the project. Talent will help create natural street and park environments through light jogging and background activity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jogger in outdoor scenes

• Perform light jogging as directed by the production team

• Maintain continuity and consistent energy through multiple takes

• Follow all on-set instructions to support smooth filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–50s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must not have recently worked on the production

• Comfortable jogging on camera for repeated takes

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate details provided upon selection

Child Photo Double

Job Description
A major film production is looking for a young photo double to closely match the appearance of a child cast member. This role is ideal for children comfortable on set and able to follow simple direction. The selected talent will help support key scenes that require precise visual continuity and matching physical traits.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for the child actor in select scenes

• Match the actor’s height, build, hairstyle, and overall appearance

• Follow direction from the production team for accurate positioning

• Maintain focus, professionalism, and patience during filming

Requirements

• African American boy, ages 6–10

• Must have longer hair or locs that can be braided back

• Ability to match the look and proportions of the cast member

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $225 for 12 hours

• Paid through production payroll and compliant with GA DOL requirements

Background Extras – Evening Shoot

Job Description
A production is seeking background extras for an evening shoot near downtown Nashville. This is a great opportunity for local talent looking to gain on-set experience, build their resume, and be part of a professional film or TV environment. Talent will help create natural crowd and atmosphere scenes during late afternoon and early evening.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday background characters in crowd and atmosphere scenes

• Take direction from the assistant directors and background coordinator

• Maintain continuity and stay engaged during multiple takes

• Arrive on time and be prepared for late afternoon/early evening call times

Requirements

• Local to the Nashville area or able to work as a local hire

• Comfortable working evening hours

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

• Able to follow directions and remain attentive during filming

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Exact rate and additional details provided upon selection

Courthouse Background Talent

Job Description
A period-set production is seeking background actors to portray courthouse attendees in scenes set in the 1980s–1990s. This role is ideal for performers who enjoy creating authentic atmosphere and enhancing story world realism. Talent will help bring busy courthouse environments to life through natural, grounded background action.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courthouse attendees in 1980s/1990s-era scenes

• Follow direction from the background coordinator and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–60

• Must be a local hire

• Must not have previously worked on this project

• Ability to match the look and tone of a late-20th-century setting

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hr with a four-hour guarantee + time and a half after)

Job Description:
A short-form project is seeking three middle school–aged performers to portray spelling bee contestants. This is a quick, paid opportunity ideal for young talent who are comfortable on camera and able to follow simple direction. The session will be brief, with a fun, light atmosphere suitable for beginners or experienced young actors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a spelling bee contestant in a filmed segment

• Follow direction from the production team

• Bring natural energy and age-appropriate personality to the role

• Arrive on time and be prepared for a short filming session

Requirements:

• Middle school–aged children

• Comfortable being on camera

• Able to take direction well

• Accompanied by a parent or guardian

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity

• Approximate duration: 1–2 hours

Professional Server

Job Description:
A production filming in Sandy Springs, GA is seeking a professional server with a strong fine dining background. This role requires polished interpersonal skills, confidence interacting with others, and the ability to portray an experienced server in an upscale environment. Talent should be comfortable following direction and maintaining a refined, professional demeanor on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a fine dining server in an on-camera setting

• Deliver professional, polished interactions as part of the scene

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and consistency throughout filming

Requirements:

• All genders welcome

• Ages 23–40

• Caucasian

• Prior fine dining service experience required

• Reliable, professional, and comfortable on camera

Compensation:

• $175 for 12 hours

Extras for TV Series – Pedestrians and Firefighters

Job Description:
A television series is seeking background talent local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states to portray pedestrians, pedestrians with cars, and dressed firefighters for an upcoming shoot. Talent should be expressive, reliable, and comfortable working in an outdoor, fast-paced filming environment. Selected individuals will help create realistic street and emergency-response scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray pedestrians or pedestrians with cars in various street scenes

• Selected males may appear as dressed firefighters

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming date

Requirements:

• Men and women, ages 20–60s

• All ethnicities welcome

• Clean-shaven males with short hair (ages 20–40) needed specifically for firefighter roles

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

• Must not be working today or scheduled for work on the filming date

Compensation:

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Non-Speaking Patient Roles for Medical Campaign

Job Description:
A local medical provider campaign is seeking a variety of non-speaking talent to portray patients in photo and video shoots. These roles require individuals who can express authenticity, relatability, and natural presence on camera. Talent of different ages and backgrounds are needed for single-day shoots taking place throughout November and December.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a patient in non-speaking photo or video scenes

• Convey natural expressions and authentic reactions

• Follow direction from the production and photography teams

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain continuity throughout the shoot

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming or photo date

Requirements:

• Talent must match one of the following categories:

  • White woman, 60+

  • Hispanic man, 25–30

  • White woman, 50+

  • Black man, 50+

  • White man, 30s

  • White mom, 30s–40s

  • Child (any age) with white mom, 30s–40s

• Comfortable in non-speaking roles focused on expression and presence

• Reliable, professional, and fully available for the selected date

Compensation:

• Photo-only roles: $350

• Photo and video roles: $500

• Child rate: $250

Featured Background Role – Latina Rose Seller

Job Description:
A feature film is now seeking a Latina/Hispanic woman to portray a Rose Seller in a specialty background role. This character will interact closely with a lead actress, requiring strong expressive ability and natural on-camera presence. Although there are no spoken lines, the role calls for clear emotional expression, confidence, and the ability to perform subtle, story-driven reactions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a featured background Rose Seller in a key interaction scene

• Convey strong facial expressions and emotional reactions without dialogue

• Follow direction from the director and on-set team

• Maintain energy and professionalism during a long filming day

• Work closely with principal talent in a specialty background capacity

Requirements:

• Latina/Hispanic female, 30+

• Experience in improv or featured background roles preferred

• Confident, expressive, and able to take direction well

• Fully available for a 12+ hour filming day

• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working in close interaction scenes

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection