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Now Casting: Historical Medical Documentary Series

Non-Speaking Male Roles for Historical Documentary Series

Job Description
A historical medical documentary series is seeking non-union male performers for dramatic re-enactment roles. These are non-speaking background parts that will support the authenticity of the period-driven storytelling. Performers must represent diverse ethnic backgrounds and be comfortable performing in historical settings.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in historical re-enactment scenes with period-appropriate wardrobe

  • Follow direction from the creative team to ensure continuity and accuracy

  • Bring authenticity and strong physical presence to non-verbal performances

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–55

  • Must be of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, East Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian, White, Indigenous, or Eastern European heritage

  • Non-union performers only

  • Must be available for multiple shoot dates

Compensation

  • $250 per day (includes travel allowance to Dundas, Ontario)

  • Filming scheduled across multiple days

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Pedestrian and Vehicle Extras – Feature Production

Job Description
A new feature production is seeking background performers to portray upscale pedestrians and drivers. This is a great opportunity to appear on screen in a high-profile project. Shuttle transportation will be provided for selected performers.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale pedestrians in background scenes

  • Drive vehicles in designated shots as required by production

  • Maintain professionalism and follow direction on set

Requirements

  • Must be ACTRA Full, Apprentice, or AABP members

  • Only new faces who have never appeared on this production will be considered

  • Performers with vehicles in grey, blue, or green are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity under ACTRA guidelines

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Teen Male Role

Job Description
Casting is open for a fun scene alongside major stars. The production is looking for a young male actor who can convincingly portray a teenage character. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work in an exciting environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a featured scene with principal actors

  • Maintain professionalism and follow on-set direction

  • Deliver a believable performance as a youthful character

Requirements

  • Caucasian male

  • Ages 18 to early 20s, must be able to pass as younger

  • Blonde hair preferred

  • Must submit a recent photo and full contact details

Compensation

  • Paid background role

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras for Vertical Drama

Job Description
Casting extras for a vertical drama filming in London. Production is seeking performers to fill a variety of background roles, including guests at a party, managers, business professionals, thugs, delivery personnel, and security staff. This is a great opportunity for talent looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray assigned background roles such as party guests, professionals, or security

  • Contribute to creating a realistic and engaging atmosphere for each scene

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Must be able to work locally in London (within M25 area)

  • Must be available during the full shoot window

  • Ability to take direction and adapt to multiple background scenarios

Compensation

  • Paid background roles

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras Casting for Real Firefighters in Television Series

Job Description
Casting real African American firefighters for a featured background role in the hit television series Chicago Fire. This is a non-speaking role that highlights authenticity by featuring actual firefighters on screen. No acting experience is required—retired or furloughed firefighters are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on set in firefighter uniform to portray background firefighters

  • Bring authenticity and professionalism to firehouse and emergency scenes

  • Work flexible hours, including late-night filming when scheduled

  • Collaborate with cast and crew to ensure continuity and realism

Requirements

  • Male, African American firefighters (retired, furloughed, or active)

  • Must be able to provide firefighter uniform for filming

  • Must be available for scheduled shoot dates within production timeline

  • Open to talent from Chicago and nearby states

Compensation

  • Rate: $360 for 8 hours, plus time-and-a-half after 8 hours

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Male Background Actors for Bodyguard Roles

Job Description
Casting male background actors to portray bodyguards in an upcoming production. This non-speaking role requires professionalism, strong presence, and the ability to bring authenticity to security-style characters on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray bodyguards with a confident and professional demeanor

  • Appear in background scenes to support the storyline

  • Follow on-set directions to ensure continuity and realism

  • Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male actors, ages 30s–40s

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Height requirement: 5’10” – 6’1”

  • Must be able to work locally in Atlanta

  • Must provide availability during the shoot window

Compensation

  • Rate: $125 for 10 hours (buyout terms)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Country Bands and Musicians for New Project

Job Description
Casting country bands and musicians for an upcoming project. Producers are seeking both individual musicians and full bands to perform in various scenes. Musicians of all ages are encouraged to apply, with opportunities for guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists, and banjo players.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform live or simulated music on set as directed

  • Represent authentic country or similar music styles

  • Work professionally with cast and crew during scheduled filming

  • Provide recent performance materials for casting consideration

Requirements

  • Male and female musicians of all ages

  • Experienced in country or similar genres

  • Open to both single musicians and full bands

  • Must provide photos, links to performances, and full contact information when submitting

Compensation

  • Paid roles at AFM rates

Female Background Actors for Comedy Club Scene

Job Description
Casting female background actors for a comedy club scene in an upcoming production. The role requires upscale and stylish looks to portray VIP guests. This is a great opportunity for fresh faces looking to gain experience on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as VIP guests in a lively comedy club setting

  • Wear upscale, fashionable, and sexy attire suitable for the scene

  • Work professionally with cast and crew during morning call times

  • Contribute to creating an authentic and vibrant club atmosphere

Requirements

  • Female performers, ages 21–38

  • Must be a new face (those who have not yet appeared in this production)

  • Casting specific looks: Asian female, Caucasian female, and African American female

  • Must be able to work locally in Stone Mountain, GA

Compensation

  • Paid background role

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Alumni Role in “Tell Me Lies”

Job Description
Casting background performers for the series Tell Me Lies. Actors will portray alumni at a prestigious post-secondary school in an interior day scene. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh faces looking to gain experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as alumni in a background scene

  • Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere on screen

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity

  • Remain professional and reliable throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male and female performers, ages 26–40

  • New faces only (those who have not previously appeared on the show)

  • Must be able to work locally in North York

Compensation

  • Paid regular background role

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors for Professor and Faculty Roles in “Tell Me Lies”

Job Description
Casting background performers for the television series Tell Me Lies. Actors will portray professors and faculty members at a prestigious post-secondary school during an interior day scene. This role is perfect for those seeking background experience on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as professors or faculty in classroom and campus settings

  • Help create a realistic academic environment for the scene

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain authenticity

  • Remain professional and reliable throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male and female performers, ages 30s–50s

  • New faces only (those who have not yet appeared on the show)

  • Must be able to work locally in North York

Compensation

  • Paid regular background role

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Casting Call for Featured Shoppers

Job Description
Casting featured shoppers for a commercial shoot with Bob Mills Furniture. The production is seeking both male and female talent who can bring natural smiles, relatability, and charisma on camera. This opportunity is open to experienced actors, models, and fresh new faces who can portray everyday shoppers in a fun, engaging way.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a shopper naturally and authentically on camera

  • Deliver great expressions and believable emotions without dialogue

  • Work with the production team to capture lifestyle-oriented footage

  • Maintain professionalism and follow on-set directions

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–35

  • Female, ages 25–35

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Healthy body types preferred

  • Must provide current headshot and selfie for casting consideration

Compensation

  • Rate: $240 + $35 agent

Commercial Casting Call for Featured Shoppers

Job Description
Casting featured shoppers for a commercial shoot with Bob Mills Furniture. The production is seeking both male and female talent who can bring natural smiles, relatability, and charisma on camera. This opportunity is open to experienced actors, models, and fresh new faces who can portray everyday shoppers in a fun, engaging way.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a shopper naturally and authentically on camera

  • Deliver great expressions and believable emotions without dialogue

  • Work with the production team to capture lifestyle-oriented footage

  • Maintain professionalism and follow on-set directions

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–35

  • Female, ages 25–35

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Healthy body types preferred

  • Must provide current headshot and selfie for casting consideration

Compensation

  • Rate: $240 + $35 agent fee

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Background Actor for Landscaper Role in Outer Banks Season 5

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray landscapers in the hit series Outer Banks Season 5. This role requires male performers who can bring authenticity to a realistic scene. Actors will be part of a professionally filmed production set in Charleston, SC, and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a landscaper in background scenes

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

  • Maintain professionalism during morning call times

  • Help create a believable and engaging atmosphere on screen

Requirements

  • Male actors, ages 21–50

  • Open to all races

  • Must be able to work locally in Charleston, SC, and nearby areas

  • Must follow submission instructions carefully

Compensation

  • Rate: $132 per day

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06-05-2025

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