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Casting Call: Background Performers (Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Filipino)

Job Description: We are holding an open casting call for background performers of Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Filipino descent for an upcoming project. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic production set against the backdrop of beautiful locations in Langley, Surrey, and the mainland.

Job Details:

  • Project Dates: October 2023 to December 2023
  • Location: Langley, Surrey, and the Mainland
  • Rate: Minimum wage+ (Rate varies between union and non-union performers)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Act as background extras in various scenes as directed by the production team.
  • Follow instructions from the director and assistant director regarding placement, movement, and actions within the scene.
  • Maintain professionalism, focus, and enthusiasm throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

  • Gender: Female
  • Age: 18-30
  • Ethnicity: Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Filipino
  • Availability: Flexible availability during the shoot dates is essential.

Compensation:

  • Background performers will receive compensation at or above the minimum wage.
  • Rates may vary based on union or non-union status.

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Talent Needed for Live Stream with Popular Content Creator

Job Description
A fast-moving casting is looking for engaging and camera-ready talent to appear in an upcoming live stream with a well-known digital content creator. This paid opportunity is ideal for individuals who are comfortable interacting on camera and want to gain exposure in the social media and influencer space. Availability must be immediate, with filming taking place tomorrow.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in a live stream session with a digital influencer

  • Follow light direction to participate in live content segments

  • Maintain a friendly, energetic, and professional presence on camera

  • Collaborate with the content team to create engaging interactions

Requirements

  • Must be available immediately and for filming tomorrow

  • Comfortable on camera and able to follow direction in a live setting

  • Experience in digital media, social content, or influencer collaborations is a plus

  • Applicants must be confident and presentable for live audiences

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

  • On-camera exposure with a major content creator

  • Experience in live production and social media performance

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors Needed for Upcoming Feature Film

Job Description
A new feature film titled A Party Next Door is now casting background actors and recurring featured extras. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting production and work alongside a professional crew in a dynamic film environment. The production is especially looking for diverse talent to bring the party scenes to life with energy and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as background actors in various scenes throughout the film

  • Portray high-end party guests and other featured roles

  • Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

  • Maintain professionalism and engagement during long shoot days

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Must be able to portray upscale party guests if selected

  • Available for scheduled shoot days and on-time reporting

Compensation

  • Paid background roles based on industry standards

  • Opportunity to gain on-set experience in a feature film

  • Potential recurring roles for select talent

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Movie Extras Needed for Club Scene in Upcoming Film

Job Description
A new film project is seeking energetic and stylish extras to bring an exciting nightclub scene to life. This is a great opportunity for aspiring talent and entertainment enthusiasts in Atlanta looking to gain on-set experience and contribute to a vibrant movie production. Participants will help create the atmosphere of a bustling night out through background work in several scheduled time slots.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background extra in a nightclub scene

  • Wear appropriate nightlife or club attire to match the setting

  • Follow on-set directions from the production team

  • Help create an authentic and lively atmosphere

Requirements

  • Must be age 21 or older

  • Open to all genders and races

  • Must be local to Atlanta

  • Available for one of the scheduled time slots

  • Able to provide your own clubwear wardrobe

Compensation

  • Non-paid opportunity

  • On-set experience in a professional film environment

  • Potential exposure in a high-energy, visually engaging scene

Paid Background Actors Needed for “Prison Break” Pilot Episode

Job Description
A new high-energy TV pilot for Hulu based on Prison Break is now casting background actors! Directed by Elgin James (Mayans M.C., The Outlaws) and starring Emily Browning (American Gods), Lukas Gage (Euphoria), and Drake Rodger (The Winchesters), this pilot is a must-book opportunity for talent eager to step into a professionally produced, high-stakes set.

Filming will take place in Moundsville and Wheeling, West Virginia, and background performers are needed to bring authenticity to scenes featuring prisoners, guards, townspeople, and more. Whether you’re new to the screen or a seasoned extra, no experience is necessary — just energy, availability, and the drive to be part of a big production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background characters including prisoners, guards, bodybuilders, townspeople, line dancers, and more

  • Follow direction from the production team during active shoot days

  • Be available for 12–14 hour shoot days with a 12-hour pay guarantee

  • Bring a collaborative and adaptable attitude to set

Requirements

  • Must be 18+ (especially seeking men for multiple roles)

  • Open to all ages, genders, body types, and ethnicities

  • Must have reliable transportation to and from filming locations

  • Comfortable with long shoot days, with varying start times (some shoots may go late into the evening)

  • Available for dates between June 6 and June 30 (no filming on weekends)

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in West Virginia (no travel reimbursement)

Compensation

  • $210/day guaranteed for 12 hours

  • Overtime paid for any time worked beyond 12 hours

  • Non-union, paid background role

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Young Footballers – New A24 TV Series

Job Description
A new TV series from A24, directed by Molly Manning Walker, is casting young women and non-binary people who play football for a groundbreaking show set in a London school. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an authentic, football-focused story that puts the sport and its players front and center. Whether you’re an aspiring actor or have never performed before, if you play football and want to be on screen, this is your shot.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray student footballers in a scripted TV series

  • Participate in football scenes and bring authentic energy to your role

  • Take direction from the production team during rehearsals and filming

  • Be part of a cast that brings women’s football to life on screen

Requirements

  • Ages 16–24 (must be finishing Year 11 this June if you’re 16)

  • Young women and non-binary individuals of any background

  • Must be based in London or the South of England

  • Must have football skills (no acting experience necessary)

  • Must be comfortable on camera and eager to learn

  • All applicants under 18 must include a parent or carer in the submission

Compensation

  • All roles are paid

  • Castings will be held in London

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Background Talent – SAG Pharmaceutical Commercial

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA pharmaceutical commercial is casting background actors for a production filming in scenic Oahu, Hawaii. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a professional commercial set with competitive pay while enjoying a day of production in a relaxed, tropical atmosphere. Both adult and child talent are encouraged to apply for this project, which highlights wellness and community.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background talent in a commercial shoot

  • Take direction from the production team and remain focused on set

  • Participate in non-speaking roles designed to enhance visual storytelling

  • Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

  • Adults: Ages 20–60

  • Kids: Ages 10–12

  • Must be available in Oahu, Hawaii for filming

  • Must be eligible to work under SAG-AFTRA terms

Compensation

  • $448.70 for an 8-hour day (SAG rate)

Casting Call for Background Talent – TDE Artist Music Video

Job Description
A new music video for a TDE artist is casting non-featured background talent to help create an energetic, stylish atmosphere on set. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain experience in a professional music video shoot and work behind the scenes of a major artist’s production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background talent in various group scenes

  • Help build a lively and engaging environment throughout the video

  • Follow direction and maintain a strong on-camera presence

  • Wear trendy, music video-appropriate outfits

Requirements

  • Men and women, ages 18–30

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must be comfortable on camera and bring a confident vibe

  • Available for full-day shoot in Los Angeles

  • Call time to be determined

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate confirmed upon booking)

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Upscale Restaurant Patrons – TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A scripted TV series is seeking non-union background talent to portray fashionable, upscale restaurant patrons for an interior shoot. This scene captures the lively, chic ambiance of a high-end dining experience in Manhattan and calls for individuals who can bring a touch of class, elegance, and style to the frame. Perfect for talent who love the glam side of screen acting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background patron in a luxury restaurant setting

  • Maintain realistic behavior and continuity during filming

  • Follow direction from the production team for movement and placement

  • Arrive camera-ready in high-end, fashionable attire suited for an upscale dining scene

Requirements

  • Non-union talent only

  • Must be local to NYC or able to self-report

  • Should have a polished, upscale appearance

  • Must provide own wardrobe appropriate for a luxury restaurant

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate shared upon booking)

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Ida B. Wells Portrayal – Civil Rights Exhibit

Job Description
A powerful new civil rights project is casting a talented actor to portray Ida B. Wells-Barnett in an immersive video installation for the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. This one-day shoot will bring to life the legacy of a groundbreaking activist, investigative journalist, and suffragist whose voice helped shape American history. The performance will be featured in a museum setting and requires emotional depth, historical authenticity, and strong command of dialect and character.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Ida B. Wells in a historically accurate, emotionally compelling performance

  • Deliver scripted dialogue with a Southern (Mississippi) accent

  • Embody the spirit, presence, and passion of a prominent civil rights leader

  • Collaborate with the director to ensure historical accuracy and emotional impact

Requirements

  • Female talent with a resemblance to Ida B. Wells

  • Height between 5’0” and 5’4”

  • Must have excellent acting skills and ability to deliver dramatic monologue

  • Southern U.S. (Mississippi) dialect strongly preferred

  • Must be available for a one-day shoot in Richmond, VA

  • Out-of-area actors eligible for a $150 travel stipend

Compensation

  • $500 minus agency fee

  • $150 travel stipend available for non-local talent

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Courthouse Scene Roles – Limited Series Production

Job Description
A new limited series based on a best-selling novel is now casting fresh faces for a pivotal courthouse scene. This scene brings together a wide range of characters who fill the environment with energy and realism. From legal professionals to angry parents and background residents, this is a great opportunity to appear in a high-profile streaming series. Submissions must come from talent who have not worked on this production before.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray various characters as part of a realistic courthouse setting

  • Take direction well and maintain continuity during filming

  • Perform non-speaking background actions with strong presence

  • Arrive camera-ready with approved wardrobe and vehicle if applicable

Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must not have previously appeared in the production

  • Roles include:

    • Lawyers, Business Professionals, Journalists, Reporters, Photographers

    • Boom Operators, Cameramen

    • Angry Parents, Residents (with or without vehicles)

    • Poor Individuals (some willing to smoke on camera)

  • No red, black, or white vehicles allowed on set

Compensation

  • $182 for 12-hour shoot

  • Additional $35 if booked with car

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Comedic Nurse – Satirical Photo Shoot

Job Description
A stylized social media ad campaign is seeking a female actor to portray an overly dedicated nurse in a satirical photo shoot for a fictional wellness start-up. The role leans into comedy and character work, blending exaggerated enthusiasm with subtle visual humor. This is a short in-studio shoot that includes some behind-the-scenes video content. Local talent only.

Job Responsibilities

  • Play a quirky, clipboard-wielding wellness-obsessed nurse

  • Pose for a stylized, comedic still photo shoot

  • Contribute to a light BTS video with improvised actions and strong expressions

  • Embody the character’s over-the-top commitment to hydration and health trends

Requirements

  • Female, ages 30 to 50

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable with character-driven comedic expression

  • Local to NYC and able to self-report to the set

Compensation

  • $250 minus agency fee for a 3–4 hour shoot

Casting Call for Advisory Board Members – Satirical Photo Shoot

Job Description
A comedic, stylized photo shoot is seeking talent to portray advisory board members for a fictional wellness start-up. This satirical shoot blends visual storytelling with subtle character humor and includes a behind-the-scenes video component. The setting is in-studio, and the vibe is fun, quirky, and corporate-parody inspired. Local talent only—must be able to self-report.

Job Responsibilities

  • Pose as a member of a fictional start-up’s “board of directors”

  • Deliver strong character presence in still photography and BTS video

  • Convey satire and subtle humor through posture, expression, and minimal action

  • Follow light direction and bring improvisational energy to the shoot

Requirements

  • Ages 60 to 80

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Open to all genders

  • Must be able to self-report to New York City studio or surrounding areas

  • Improvisational skills and comedic presence highly preferred

Compensation

  • $250 minus agency fee for a 3–4 hour shoot

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