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Featured Background Roles for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for an upcoming television series filming in Mississauga. The production is seeking several featured background performers, including a forensic technician, an elderly civilian woman, and detectives. This opportunity is open to non-union and AABP performers who have not previously portrayed a specific role or appeared as featured talent on the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured background actor in a television series.
• Portray your assigned character authentically.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Non-union and AABP performers only.
• Must not have previously played a specific role or been featured on the production.
• Seeking the following roles:
  • Male Forensic Technician (any ethnicity).
  • Elderly Civilian Woman (any ethnicity).
  • Two Detectives: one male and one female, including one Black performer.
• Available to work in Mississauga.
• Reliable and professional on set.

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity.

Male Jogger for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description

A paid non-union true crime reenactment series is casting a male actor for an upcoming production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a man in his 20s with hair similar in color to the reference provided. The character will jog alongside a German Shepherd, so applicants should be comfortable working around dogs and appearing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jogger in a true crime reenactment series.
• Perform jogging scenes alongside a German Shepherd.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in non-speaking reenactment scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20s.
• Hair color similar to the reference character.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a German Shepherd.
• Available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

True Crime Reenactment Victim Role

Job Description

A paid non-union true crime reenactment series is casting a female actor to portray the best friend of a victim in an upcoming network television production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This featured reenactment role requires talent who is comfortable appearing in scenes involving murder-related content. There is no scripted dialogue for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the best friend of the victim in a true crime reenactment.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally in non-speaking reenactment scenes.
• Help create authentic dramatic moments for the production.
• Be available for scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Female.
• Ages 20s.
• Blonde hair.
• Comfortable with murder-related content.
• Available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

Kids for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is seeking kids to appear in an upcoming television series filming in Elmvale. This outdoor production is looking for young performers who are comfortable working on a farm setting. The role is open to union performers who can portray authentic youth in exterior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Participate in outdoor farm scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Kids ages 12–17.
• ACTRA or AABP performers only.
• Comfortable working outdoors on a farm.
• No allergies that would affect working in a farm environment.
• Available to work in Elmvale.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Male Stand-In for Film Production

Job Description

A paid stand-in opportunity is available for an upcoming film production in the Atlanta area. The production is seeking an African American male with a similar skin tone and physical build to match a principal performer. This role requires full weekday availability throughout the filming schedule and is ideal for experienced or aspiring stand-ins who are reliable and professional on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera, and blocking setups.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 20–50.
• Height: 6’–6’2″.
• Full availability Monday through Friday during the filming period.
• Reliable transportation.
• Able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $170 for up to 10 hours.

Asian Male Coffee Shop Patron Background Actor

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is seeking an Asian male to portray a coffee shop patron in an upcoming production filming in Chamblee, Georgia. This non-speaking role is ideal for performers who can naturally portray a customer enjoying a café environment while helping create authentic background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coffee shop patron in background scenes.
• Perform natural activities such as reading, using a laptop, or enjoying a beverage.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Asian male.
• Ages 25–55.
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chamblee, Georgia.
• Reliable and available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• $100 for 4 hours.

Subway Passengers for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is now casting non-union talent to portray subway passengers in an upcoming television series filming in Manhattan, New York. The production is seeking adults who can help create authentic subway scenes set in early spring. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a subway passenger in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Perform natural commuter actions during interior and exterior scenes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18 and older.
• Comfortable portraying a New York City subway rider.
• Available to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Reliable and able to work a full production day.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours.

Male Coffee Shop Patron Background Actor

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is seeking a Caucasian male to portray a coffee shop patron in an upcoming production filming in Chamblee, Georgia. This non-speaking role is ideal for performers who can naturally portray a customer enjoying a café environment while helping create authentic background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coffee shop patron in background scenes.
• Perform natural activities such as reading, using a laptop, or enjoying a beverage.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 25–55.
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chamblee, Georgia.
• Reliable and available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• $100 for 4 hours.

Bodybuilding Photo Double

Job Description

A paid featured film opportunity is seeking female photo doubles with a bodybuilding physique for featured roles in an upcoming production. Casting is open to Caucasian or Hispanic women who can portray athletic, muscular bodybuilder types. This is a unique opportunity for talent involved in the bodybuilding community, with roles that are more involved than typical photo double work.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a featured photo double during filming.
• Match the physical requirements of the principal performer.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Be available for multiple filming days as scheduled.
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout production.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Caucasian or Hispanic.
• Ages 18–30s.
• Height between 5’6″ and 5’9″.
• Athletic or bodybuilding physique; experience in the bodybuilding community is preferred.
• Available to work during the first two days of August.

Compensation

• Well-paid featured photo double role.

CASTING CALL — Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story (Hallmark)

ROLES: Halas Hall Auction Attendee

SHOOT DATES: Friday, July 17, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Day shoot; must be available for the full filming day

LOCATION: Lake Forest, Illinois

RATE: $136.40 for 8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

HALAS HALL AUCTION ATTENDEE

• Male or Female
• Age: 18+
• All ethnicities
• Portraying Chicago residents attending an upscale winter auction
• Refined, cocktail or semi-formal winter attire required
• Must provide your own transportation

WARDROBE GUIDELINES – WOMEN

• Mid-length dresses only (no floor-length dresses)
• Bring tights and a winter layer such as a shawl or shrug
• Refined cocktail attire in jewel tones
• Subtle shimmer, gold or silver jewelry
• Sleeved or sleeveless styles (no strapless)
• Winter fabrics such as velvet, satin, silk, brocade, or similar
• Closed-toe heels

WARDROBE GUIDELINES – MEN

• Full suit with tie
• Sweaters or turtlenecks are acceptable
• No blazers paired with separate pants
• Dress shoes or leather boots
• Winter coat, scarf, and gloves recommended
• Cocktail-inspired winter colors

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Townsfolk Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description

A paid television series is casting background actors to portray townsfolk in upcoming scenes filming in Milton. This opportunity is open to performers of all ages who can help create authentic community scenes. Both union and non-union talent are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a townsfolk background character.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to all ages.
• ACTRA and non-union talent welcome.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Milton.
• Self-drivers preferred.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

College Students for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series seeking college students to appear in upcoming scenes filming in Milton. This casting is ideal for young adults who can portray college-aged students in a professional television production. Both union and non-union performers are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor portraying a college student.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive on time and work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Able to portray ages 20–25.
• ACTRA and non-union talent welcome.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Milton.
• Self-drivers preferred.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.