Now Casting: Non-Speaking Roles for an Investigative Docu-Series

Kim – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film shooting in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian female actor to portray Kim, a principal character in a family drama set within the world of an underground casino. Kim is a quiet, observant woman in her mid-20s with a strong moral compass who feels increasingly out of place in the world created by her father. Actors and non-actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kim, a principal character in a dramatic short film.
• Deliver a grounded and emotionally authentic performance.
• Portray a quiet, observant character navigating complex family dynamics.
• Perform scenes in both English and French.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–30.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English and French.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Peter – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film filming in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian male actor to portray Peter, a principal character in a family drama set around an underground casino. Peter is in his mid-40s and seeks connection and validation but often undermines himself. As one of the casino’s loyal customers, he spends much of his time losing money while struggling with his personal circumstances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Peter in a principal dramatic role.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally nuanced performance.
• Perform scenes involving complex personal and family dynamics.
• Perform dialogue in English and French.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the production team.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English and French.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Zach – Lead Role for Family Drama Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming non-union short film filming in Montreal, Quebec, is seeking an Asian or mixed Asian male actor to portray Zach, a principal character in a family drama set within an underground casino. Zach is confident, loud, confrontational, charismatic, and threatening, using his dominant personality to conceal deep insecurity and fears of inadequacy.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Zach in a principal role for a dramatic short film.
• Deliver a confident, charismatic, and confrontational performance.
• Bring emotional depth to a character masking underlying insecurity.
• Perform dialogue naturally in English and Thai or another Asian dialect.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50.
• Asian or mixed Asian, including Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and other Asian backgrounds.
• Must speak English.
• Must speak Thai or another Asian dialect.
• Actors and non-actors may apply.
• Must be able to work in Montreal, Quebec.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• $500 per day for principal role.

Real Families Casting Call for Tech Product Commercial

Job Description

A well-paid tech product commercial is seeking real families for filming in London. Casting is looking for authentic families who are comfortable appearing together on camera, with children ages 7–10. Adults may be any age. This commercial casting opportunity is ideal for families who can bring natural chemistry, personality, and genuine interactions to a professional advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real family in a tech product commercial.
• Participate in natural family interactions and lifestyle scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Maintain a relaxed and authentic presence on camera.
• Work professionally throughout the commercial production.

Requirements

• Real families.
• Children should be ages 7–10.
• Adults may be any age.
• Must be comfortable appearing together on camera.
• Must be able to work in London.
• Parent or guardian involvement required for minors.

Compensation

• Well-paid opportunity.

Featured African American Male Patient Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a featured African American male background actor to portray the ill older brother of a principal character. Casting is looking for a thin or skinny man in his late 20s to 30s who can deliver a convincing non-speaking performance as a patient. This recurring featured extra role is expected to work across several episodes, so flexible availability is preferred. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the ill older brother of a principal character.
• Perform as a patient in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Deliver natural physical reactions and background performances.
• Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set direction.
• Maintain a consistent appearance across multiple episodes.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Late 20s to 30s.
• Thin or skinny build.
• Able to convincingly portray an ill patient.
• Must be available for potential work across multiple episodes.
• Flexible availability preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Male Background Actors for “911 Nashville”

Job Description

“911 Nashville,” a television production filming in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking two male background actors to portray plainclothes police officers and administrators. Casting is looking for men ages 30–55 who can bring a professional and authoritative presence to these non-union background roles. Talent must work as a local hire in Nashville or the surrounding area and be prepared for a potentially long production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a plainclothes police officer or administrator.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the scene.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and wardrobe continuity throughout filming.
• Remain available on set for the required production hours.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 30–55.
• Non-union.
• Able to convincingly portray a plainclothes police officer or administrator.
• Must work as a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set if required.
• Must remain available regardless of the final call time.

Compensation

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours.
• $12.50 per hour with time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Male Featured Extra Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male talent for a featured extra role portraying a man who is passed out on the floor. Casting is looking for men in their late 20s to 30s of all ethnicities who can deliver a convincing physical performance for this featured background scene. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois and may be asked to complete a video audition if contacted.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a man who is passed out on the floor in a featured scene.
• Deliver a convincing non-speaking physical performance.
• Follow specific positioning, blocking, and continuity direction.
• Participate in a video audition if requested by production.
• Work professionally with the cast, crew, and production team.

Requirements

• Male talent in their late 20s to 30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be comfortable portraying an unconscious or passed-out character.
• Must be willing to shave chest hair if selected.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Male Background Actors for Travel Commercial

Job Description

A travel marketing commercial filming in Asheville, North Carolina, is seeking male background actors to portray real-life travelers. Casting is looking for men ages 18–80 of all ethnicities, appearances, and walks of life to create an authentic travel environment. This paid commercial casting opportunity requires full-day availability and the ability to work as a local hire in the Asheville area. The finished campaign includes unlimited TV, digital, and print usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life traveler in a commercial campaign.
• Perform natural travel-related background actions and interactions.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 18–80.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• All looks, types, and walks of life are encouraged.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Asheville, North Carolina.
• Must have reliable transportation to the filming location.
• Full-day availability required.

Compensation

• $300 guaranteed for 12 hours.
• Overtime after 12 hours, if applicable.

Female Photographer Casting Call for Proof of Concept Film

Job Description

A proof of concept film shooting in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a female actor to portray a photographer. Casting is looking for a woman in her 30s who is Caucasian or Latina, with brown or blonde hair. Talent must own a camera that can be used as a prop during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a photographer in a proof of concept film.
• Use a personal camera as an on-camera prop.
• Perform natural photographer actions and interactions as directed.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Work professionally throughout the approximately two-hour shoot.

Requirements

• Female.
• 30s.
• Caucasian or Latina.
• Brown or blonde hair.
• Must own a camera that can be used as a prop.
• Comfortable portraying a photographer on camera.
• Must be able to work in San Antonio, Texas.

Compensation

• $100 for approximately 2 hours of work.

Male Football Player Casting Call for Proof of Concept Film

Job Description

A proof of concept film shooting in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a male football player for an upcoming production. Casting is looking for men ages 18 and older of all ethnicities who can authentically portray a football player on camera. Talent must have access to a football uniform and helmet for the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a football player in a proof of concept film.
• Perform natural football-related actions as directed.
• Bring an authentic athletic presence to the production.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Work professionally throughout the approximately two-hour shoot.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have access to a football uniform and helmet.
• Comfortable portraying a football player on camera.
• Must be able to work in San Antonio, Texas.

Compensation

• $100 for approximately 2 hours of work.

Job Description

Carly Granovsky Casting is seeking women ages 27–35 with lived experience of breast cancer for a non-union Cancer Awareness PSA filming in Toronto, Ontario. The production is looking for women who are currently undergoing treatment or have recently completed treatment and are comfortable sharing aspects of their personal journey for the project. Selected talent will participate in the PSA filming on August 13, 2026. Applicants should submit a recent photo along with a few words about their breast cancer journey for casting consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a Cancer Awareness PSA
• Share authentic lived experience relevant to the project’s message
• Work professionally with the production and creative teams
• Follow on-set direction during filming

Requirements

• Women ages 27–35
• Must have lived experience of breast cancer
• Currently undergoing or recently completed treatment
• Non-union production
• Include a few words about your personal journey with the application

Compensation

$500 per day.

Identical Twins Casting Call for HBO Series “Bluebird”

Job Description

The HBO series “Bluebird” is seeking identical twins for upcoming on-camera roles. Casting is looking for infant twins ages 4–8 months and toddler twins ages 2–3 years. Male and female identical twins of all races are encouraged to apply for this television casting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as identical twins in the HBO series “Bluebird.”
• Participate in on-camera scenes under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
• Follow production direction appropriate for the children’s ages.
• Be comfortable working around a professional television cast and crew.
• Maintain availability for production requirements if selected.

Requirements

• Identical twins ages 4–8 months OR 2–3 years.
• Male or female.
• Open to all races.
• Parent or guardian involvement required.
• Must meet applicable requirements for minors working in television production.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.