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Featured Enemy Casting Call

Job Description

A film production is seeking a featured male background actor for a small scene filming near Downtown Atlanta. Casting directors are looking for Hispanic or similar-looking men between the ages of 20 and 40s with a tough, intimidating appearance to work alongside key cast members. This is a featured background opportunity for talent with a strong on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured enemy character in a scene with principal cast.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming.
• Be available for the scheduled shoot near Downtown Atlanta.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–40s.
• Hispanic or similar look.
• Must have a tough, intimidating appearance.
• Must be available to work near Downtown Atlanta.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Experienced Stand-In Casting Call

Job Description

A streaming series is casting experienced stand-ins for a long-term production filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are seeking experienced African American men and women of various heights and builds to serve as core stand-ins throughout the production schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for professional stand-ins looking for consistent work on a major streaming project.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal cast during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera, and blocking setups.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• African American men and women.
• Previous stand-in experience is required.
• Open to various heights and body types.
• Must be available to work regularly throughout the production schedule.
• Must be able to self-report to Atlanta and Douglasville, Georgia filming locations.
• Must live within a reasonable driving distance of the Atlanta/Douglasville area.

Compensation

• $175 for a guaranteed 12-hour day.
• Overtime paid after 12 hours, if applicable.

African American ICU Nurse Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is seeking a polished African American woman to portray a professional ICU nurse in an upcoming hospital scene. This rush casting opportunity is ideal for performers who can authentically portray a confident, experienced healthcare professional. Casting directors are looking for talent with a professional appearance and strong on-camera presence for this featured background role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional ICU nurse in hospital scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• React naturally during medical scenes while maintaining continuity.
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance throughout filming.

Requirements

• African American female.
• Late 30s.
• Must have a polished, professional appearance.
• Comfortable portraying a medical professional.
• Reliable and available for a rush call.

Compensation

• $200 flat rate.

Presenter Casting Call

Job Description

A branded video campaign is seeking a confident and engaging presenter for a paid shoot in Sydney, Australia. Casting directors are looking for someone who is comfortable speaking directly to the camera and delivering scripted lines in a natural, conversational style. The production is committed to authentic representation and is specifically seeking a presenter with a visible disability. This is a great opportunity for charismatic talent to appear in a professional branded campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Introduce and close the branded video.
• Deliver short scripted segments directly to the camera.
• Connect with viewers in a warm, authentic, and approachable way.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 25–40.
• Open to all genders.
• Open to all backgrounds.
• Must have a visible disability.
• Comfortable speaking confidently on camera.
• Able to deliver scripted dialogue naturally.
• Friendly, authentic, conversational, and engaging.
• Must be available to work in Sydney, Australia.

Compensation

• $440 for a half-day shoot.

Music Promo Model Casting Call

Job Description

A music promo production is seeking a female model and dancer for a paid content and photoshoot in Downtown Los Angeles. Casting directors are looking for confident talent who can perform natural, stylish dance movements and pose comfortably on camera. This is a short promotional shoot ideal for models with a strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for promotional photo and video content.
• Perform natural dance movements during filming.
• Pose confidently for promotional photography.
• Follow direction from the creative team throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Female talent only.
• Model and dance experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable with natural, expressive movement on camera.
• Twerking is not required.
• Must be available to work in Downtown Los Angeles.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not specified).

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.

Streaming Video Campaign Casting Call

Job Description

A streaming video campaign is seeking authentic, energetic individuals in the Toronto area for a paid non-union production. Casting directors are looking for people ages 20 to 80 who love to dance for fun—not professional dancers—as well as individuals with unique or unusual talents that stand out. This campaign celebrates originality and is searching for real people from diverse backgrounds who bring personality, creativity, and individuality to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as yourself in a streaming video campaign.
• Showcase your enthusiastic dancing or unique talent on camera.
• Participate in wardrobe fitting and filming as scheduled.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 20–80.
• Must be a non-professional dancer who enjoys dancing, or possess a unique or unusual talent.
• Open to individuals from all backgrounds.
• Must be available for wardrobe and filming if selected.
• Must be able to work in the Toronto area.

Compensation

• $4,675 per person if selected.
• Non-union project.
• Compensation includes applicable buyout based on final edit usage.

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.

Latina Hand Double Casting Call

Job Description

A film production is seeking a Latina female hand double for an upcoming shoot in the Brampton area. Casting directors are looking for a woman with light tan skin, attractive hands, and a height of at least 5’5″. This role requires a close physical match for hand-focused scenes, making natural, well-maintained hands essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a hand double for production scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and accurately match the featured performer.

Requirements

• Latina female.
• Must be at least 5’5″ tall.
• Light tan skin tone.
• Must have well-maintained hands with no acrylic nails or nail polish.
• Must be available to work in the Brampton area.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

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.