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1970s Square Dancers for Netflix TV Series

Job Description

A Netflix television series is seeking experienced square dancers to work as special ability background performers for scenes set during the 1970s. The production is looking for adults ages 18 and older with square dance training or professional experience who can authentically perform period-appropriate dancing on camera. Filming will take place in the Bolton Landing and Lake George area of New York, with scenes portraying the Adirondacks during the summer of the 1970s. Selected performers must also attend an in-person period costume fitting in Newburgh, New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic square dancing as a special ability background performer.
• Help recreate a lively 1970s Adirondacks summer setting.
• Execute square dance movements confidently and consistently on camera.
• Follow choreography, blocking, and direction from the production team.
• Wear vintage 1960s and 1970s period wardrobe provided by production.
• Attend a required in-person costume fitting.
• Maintain professionalism throughout a full production day or night.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Square dance training or professional square dancing experience required.
• Must be comfortable performing square dancing on camera.
• Must be able to work in the Bolton Landing/Lake George, New York area.
• Must attend an in-person costume fitting in Newburgh, New York.
• Full-day availability is required for filming.
• Must be prepared for filming that may continue late at night or past midnight.
• Must be able to work in vintage 1970s period wardrobe.

Compensation

• $241 for 8 hours as a special ability background dancer.
• Costume fittings are paid.

Corporate Professionals and Family Members for Background Roles

Job Description

A production is seeking background actors to portray distinguished corporate professionals, business executives, white-collar workers, and family members in Senoia, Georgia. Corporate roles are open to talent of all ethnicities, while family roles are seeking Caucasian men and women who can portray relatives of an actor. Selected performers may also have opportunities to work additional production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray corporate professionals, business types, white-collar workers, or family members in background scenes.
• Perform naturally and authentically according to the assigned character type.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming.
• Be prepared for potential additional filming days.

Requirements

• Corporate and business roles: Men and women ages 20s–70s.
• Corporate and business roles are open to all ethnicities.
• Family member roles: Caucasian men and women ages 18–70s.
• Must convincingly portray the assigned professional or family character.
• Must be available to work in Senoia, Georgia.
• Reliable and comfortable following direction on a professional production set.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Latina Wife and Mother for Featured TV Role

Job Description

A television production is seeking a classy Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman to portray a wife and mother in her 50s for a paid, non-speaking featured role. Casting is looking for women ages 47–59 who can bring a polished, authentic, and natural presence to the character. The role requires two filming days plus a separate still photography shoot and is open to talent local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wife and mother in a featured, non-speaking television role.
• Deliver natural reactions and expressions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character and continuity across multiple filming days.
• Participate in a separate still photography shoot.
• Work professionally during extended production hours, including overnight filming.

Requirements

• Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman.
• Ages 47–59.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a wife and mother in her 50s.
• Polished, classy, and natural on-camera presence.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for two filming days and one still photography shoot.
• Acting experience is welcomed but not required.
• Comfortable working an overnight production schedule.

Compensation

• This is a paid non-speaking featured role.

Male Background Actors for Special Suit Roles

Job Description

A production is seeking male background actors to portray characters requiring special wardrobe suits for filming in Senoia, Georgia. This paid casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities, ages 20s–40s, who meet the required height and weight specifications for the production’s specialty costumes. Selected performers may have the opportunity to return for multiple filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in scenes requiring specialized wardrobe suits.
• Wear production-provided specialty costumes during filming.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available for potential additional production days.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’10”.
• Must weigh 180 lbs. or less.
• Must be able to comfortably fit into the production’s special suits.
• Must be able to work in Senoia, Georgia.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Correctional Officer Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is seeking men and women to portray correctional officers in upcoming prison scenes filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for performers who can authentically portray professional correctional officers and authority figures. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a correctional officer in prison scenes for a television production.
• Perform naturally as an authority figure within a correctional facility setting.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting as required by production.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be able to authentically portray a correctional officer.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working in prison-themed scenes.
• Must be professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Croupier for Netflix Scripted Series

Job Description

A Netflix scripted series is seeking an actor with professional croupier experience or an experienced croupier interested in acting for an upcoming production in New Jersey. This casting opportunity is ideal for casino professionals who can authentically perform croupier duties on camera, as well as actors with real-world casino or gaming experience. Talent must be local to New Jersey, New York, or Connecticut and have flexible availability during the production window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional croupier in a scripted Netflix series.
• Perform authentic casino and gaming table duties on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and directing teams.
• Bring real-world croupier knowledge and experience to the role.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must have professional croupier experience.
• Open to actors with croupier experience or professional croupiers interested in acting.
• Must be local to New Jersey, New York, or Connecticut.
• Must have flexible availability during the production period.
• Comfortable performing authentic casino procedures on camera.
• Previous acting experience is welcomed but not required for experienced croupiers.

Compensation

• Compensation will be provided according to the applicable SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement, with no less than the required minimum scale rate.

Children and Teen Background Actors for Limited Series

Job Description

A new limited television series inspired by the true story of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster is seeking children and teens to work as paid background actors in Atlanta, Georgia. Young performers will help recreate everyday life from the 1970s through the late 1980s, appearing in scenes involving families, neighborhoods, schools, community events, airports, celebrations, memorials, and crowds. A variety of ages, looks, and personalities are encouraged, and previous acting or on-set experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in scenes set during the 1970s and 1980s.
• Help create authentic family, school, neighborhood, and community environments.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and focus while working on a professional set.
• Participate in wardrobe fittings when booked and required.
• Perform naturally alongside other background actors and cast members.

Requirements

• Open to children and teens.
• No previous acting or on-set experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera in period-specific scenes.
• Must be able to follow production instructions and on-set direction.
• Minors will work only the hours legally permitted for their age.

Compensation

• $182 for 10 hours of filming.
• $28 for a 2-hour fitting.
• Rate still applies when minors work fewer hours due to legal working-hour restrictions.

Experienced Stand-Ins for Limited Series

Job Description

A limited television series is seeking experienced stand-ins ages 18 and older for filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid stand-in casting opportunity is specifically geared toward performers with previous professional stand-in experience who understand the consistency, reliability, and technical demands of the position. Previous photo double experience is also valuable. Selected stand-ins may work anywhere from a single production day to recurring assignments throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a professional stand-in for principal cast members during production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with blocking, framing, lighting, and technical preparation.
• Accurately maintain assigned marks and positioning between takes and setups.
• Follow instructions from the directing, camera, lighting, and production teams.
• Maintain consistent availability and professional on-set conduct.
• Be prepared for potential recurring work throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous professional stand-in experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous photo double experience is a plus.
• Must understand the responsibilities and expectations of professional stand-in work.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and comfortable working extended production days.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Flexible availability is highly preferred, particularly for performers interested in recurring stand-in work.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours.

College Student Background Actors for New TV Series

Job Description

A new television series is seeking talent of all genders who can portray college students for paid background acting roles in Atlanta, Georgia. Selected performers will help create an authentic college environment while working alongside a professional television production team. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors and performers looking to gain valuable on-set experience. Use casting code: COLLEGE when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in background scenes for a new television series.
• Perform naturally in campus and college-related scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared to work for the required duration of assigned scenes.

Requirements

• Open to all genders.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a college student.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Comfortable appearing on camera as a background performer.
• Able to follow on-set instructions and work effectively with other cast members.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Experienced Female Stand-In for “Untitled Rodeo Project”

Job Description

The streaming series “Untitled Rodeo Project” is seeking an experienced female stand-in for an overnight production in the Atlanta area. Casting is looking for a Caucasian woman with light to medium brown hair who closely matches the requested physical profile. Previous professional stand-in experience is required for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during production.
• Assist with camera blocking, lighting, and scene preparation.
• Accurately follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and scene setups.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout the overnight shoot.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Caucasian.
• Height approximately 5’4″–5’7″.
• Thin to medium build.
• Light to medium brown hair.
• Previous stand-in experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Douglasville, Georgia area.
• Comfortable working a late afternoon/evening call through early morning.

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime pay after 12 hours, if applicable.

Male Basketball Players for Non-Union Project

Job Description

A non-union production is seeking skilled male basketball players for an upcoming project in New England. Casting is looking for tall, athletic men with real basketball experience who can confidently demonstrate their skills on camera. No previous acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for athletes interested in professional on-camera work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball player in a professional production.
• Demonstrate authentic basketball skills and athletic movement on camera.
• Perform basketball-related actions and sequences as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production and creative teams.
• Maintain energy, focus, and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Height of 6’2″ or taller.
• Must have basketball playing experience.
• Athletic and comfortable performing basketball skills on camera.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be local to the New England area.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.

Nasaire Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an actor to portray Nasaire for upcoming filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Casting is looking for talent who can resemble the real-life subject and comfortably portray a gay male in dramatic recreation scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. This is a non-speaking role with no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Nasaire in true crime recreation scenes.
• Recreate dramatic moments based on the production’s storyline.
• Perform scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Follow blocking and performance direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Early 20s.
• Must resemble the real-life subject.
• Comfortable portraying a gay male character.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related scenes.
• Must be available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• No scripted dialogue required.

Compensation

• $250 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.