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Male Basketball Players Casting Call

Job Description

A Netflix production is seeking experienced male basketball players for paid background roles filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for athletes with real basketball experience to appear in an exciting pickup basketball game for a major streaming series. If you have strong on-court skills and want to showcase your talent on screen, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball player in background scenes.
• Participate in realistic pickup basketball gameplay during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Male talent only.
• Must have real basketball playing experience.
• Comfortable participating in basketball scenes on camera.
• Must be available to work in New York City.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Special Ability Rate: $241 for 8 hours.

Newborn Baby Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is seeking newborn babies for paid background roles in an upcoming shoot in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for Caucasian or Latino/Latina newborns, including twins and single babies, to appear in featured scenes. Productions are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment, with a baby nurse on set and limited working hours for newborn talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a newborn background performer in television scenes.
• Work under the supervision of parents or guardians and the production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming while following on-set safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino/Latina newborns.
• Twins and single newborns are welcome.
• Must be a local hire in the Chicago area or surrounding eligible locations.
• Must be eligible to obtain the required Illinois newborn work permit.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours of work.

TV Extras Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is seeking paid background extras to work on an upcoming shoot in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for men and women between the ages of 20 and 40 of all ethnicities to portray non-speaking background characters. This is a great opportunity for both experienced and first-time extras to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available to work a full production day, including evening hours if required.

Requirements

• Ages 20–40.
• Open to all genders.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be a local hire in the Chicago area or surrounding eligible locations.
• Previous background acting experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation

• $136.40 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.

Featured Background Talent Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is casting featured background talent for a non-union series filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking lean, fit, and active individuals of all genders, ages 18–55, to portray athletic, Lululemon-style characters. This featured background role offers a higher pay rate and is ideal for performers with a healthy, athletic appearance who are available for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available to work up to 12 hours if needed.

Requirements

• Ages 18–55.
• Open to all genders.
• Must have a lean, athletic, and active appearance.
• Should portray a healthy, fitness-focused lifestyle.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must be available for up to 12 hours.

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours ($15.62 per hour guaranteed).
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.

Male Boxers for Netflix Background Roles

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is available for experienced male boxers and kickboxers to appear in a Netflix production filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for talented athletes with real boxing or kickboxing experience who can bring authenticity and strong ring presence to background scenes. If you actively compete or train consistently, this is an exciting opportunity to work on a major streaming series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a male boxer in background scenes for a Netflix production.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Perform realistic boxing-related background action as instructed.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent only.
• Must have real boxing or kickboxing experience.
• Competitive fighters and regularly trained athletes are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work in New York City.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Special Ability Rate: $241 for 8 hours.

Female Boxers for Netflix Background Roles

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is now available for experienced female boxers to appear in a Netflix production filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for women with real boxing or kickboxing experience who can bring authentic athleticism and ring presence to the screen. If you actively compete, train regularly, or have hands-on combat sports experience, this is your chance to work on a major streaming production while showcasing your skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a female boxer in background scenes for a Netflix production.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Perform realistic boxing-related background action as directed.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent only.
• Must have real boxing or kickboxing experience.
• Competitive fighters and regularly trained athletes are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work in New York City.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Special Ability Rate: $241 for 8 hours.

Black Homeowner for Energy Safety Campaign

Job Description
A paid Energy Safety Campaign is casting a featured Black homeowner for a non-speaking commercial filming in San Antonio, Texas. Casting directors are seeking local talent with a relatable and authentic on-camera presence to appear in a commercial campaign for television, streaming, web, and social media.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a homeowner in a featured commercial.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in non-speaking scenes.
• Be available for one filming day.

Requirements

• Black talent.
• All genders.
• Ages 38–43.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the San Antonio area.
• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking commercial.

Compensation

• $500 per day.
• Plus 15% agency fee, if applicable.

Younger White Couple for Energy Safety Campaign

Job Description
A paid Energy Safety Campaign is seeking a younger White couple for a featured, non-speaking commercial in San Antonio, Texas. This commercial production is looking for local talent who can portray authentic everyday moments in a professionally produced advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a younger couple in a featured commercial.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Participate in non-speaking scenes.
• Be available for one filming day.

Requirements

• White couple.
• All genders.
• Ages 25–35.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the San Antonio area.
• Comfortable appearing on camera without dialogue.

Compensation

• $500 per day.
• Plus 15% agency fee, if applicable.

Mature Hispanic Couple for Energy Safety Campaign

Job Description
A paid Energy Safety Campaign is casting a mature Hispanic couple for a featured, non-speaking commercial filming in San Antonio, Texas. Casting directors are looking for authentic local talent with a natural on-camera presence to appear in a campaign that will air across television, streaming, web, and social media platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mature couple in a featured commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver authentic, non-speaking on-camera performances.
• Be available for one filming day.

Requirements

• Hispanic couple.
• All genders.
• Ages 50–70.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the San Antonio area.
• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking commercial.

Compensation

• $500 per day.
• Plus 15% agency fee, if applicable.

Dominican Male Background Extra for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a Dominican or similar-looking male for a fun featured background role filming near Downtown Atlanta. Casting directors are seeking someone with a tough-guy appearance who can bring authenticity and personality to a small but memorable scene. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tough-guy character in a featured background role.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in on-camera scenes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–40s.
• Dominican or similar look.
• Tough-guy appearance.
• Must be available to work near Downtown Atlanta.

Compensation

• Paid background role. Compensation will be provided to selected talent.

Tubi Movie Casting for Featured Background Talent

Job Description
A Tubi movie featuring two major artists is casting energetic background talent for an upcoming film production. Casting directors are looking for performers with strong acting skills and confident on-camera presence to portray high-energy characters in a hood-themed scene. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring authenticity and personality to a feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured background talent in a Tubi movie.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Bring high energy and authentic performances to featured scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• Strong acting ability and expressive on-camera presence.
• High-energy personality.
• Comfortable portraying characters in a hood-themed film setting.
• Must be available for the scheduled production.

Compensation

• Food and drinks provided during production.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected talent.

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union background actors to portray polished business professionals for exterior scenes in the television series SLIP. Filming will take place in Manhattan, and selected talent will help create the authentic atmosphere of a busy New York business district. This is a great opportunity for performers with a professional appearance who are comfortable working on location in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators.
• Maintain continuity and professional on-set behavior.
• Wear appropriate business attire if requested.
• Be available for the full filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union men and women, ages 18+.
• Able to portray professional business people.
• Comfortable filming exterior scenes.
• Recent neck-up and full-body photos required.
• Must disclose any visible tattoos that cannot be covered.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and complete I-9 verification.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Paid non-union background role.