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Grip – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

A television production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is looking for background talent to portray a grip working behind the scenes on set. This role calls for someone who can convincingly represent a hands-on production crew member while contributing to the look and energy of an active film set. Candidates with real-world grip, lighting, stagehand, or production experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grip as part of a television production crew
• Perform realistic crew movements and background actions
• Interact with production-related equipment or props as directed
• Follow instructions regarding positioning, blocking, and continuity
• Work naturally alongside other background production crew members
• Maintain professional behavior throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 18–50
• Comfortable portraying a grip in a television production environment
• Real-life grip, lighting, stagehand, or film crew experience is a plus
• Able to follow on-set instructions and repeat actions consistently
• Reliable, attentive, and professional

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Camera Operator – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

An upcoming television project is seeking background talent to portray a camera operator on a busy production set in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area. The selected performer should be comfortable recreating realistic camera crew behavior while working alongside other background talent portraying production professionals. Previous camera department, filmmaking, videography, or television production experience can help bring additional authenticity to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional camera operator in background scenes
• Perform believable camera crew movements and actions
• Work naturally alongside other performers portraying production staff
• Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set instructions
• Repeat assigned actions consistently across multiple takes
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying a professional camera operator
• Camera, videography, filmmaking, or production experience is a plus
• Able to follow instructions and maintain continuity
• Reliable and professional in a television production environment

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Sound Mixer – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

Background talent is needed to portray a professional sound mixer for an upcoming television production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area. The role calls for someone who can convincingly recreate the movements and responsibilities of an on-set audio professional. Real-world sound department, audio production, or film crew experience is highly valuable for bringing authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a sound mixer working on a professional television set
• Perform realistic sound department actions during background scenes
• Interact appropriately with production equipment and crew
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff
• Help create an authentic behind-the-scenes production environment

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying an on-set sound professional
• Real-life sound mixing or production audio experience is preferred
• Able to follow detailed direction during filming
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Wardrobe Assistant – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

A television production in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is casting background talent to portray a wardrobe assistant working behind the scenes on a professional set. The selected performer will help create an authentic production environment by acting as a member of the wardrobe department. Candidates with experience in wardrobe, costume, styling, fashion, or film production are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wardrobe assistant in television production scenes
• Perform realistic wardrobe department activities as directed
• Interact naturally with performers, props, and other background crew
• Follow blocking and continuity instructions during filming
• Take direction from the production team throughout the shoot
• Maintain professional on-set behavior

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 18–40
• Comfortable portraying a wardrobe department crew member
• Wardrobe, costume, styling, or production experience is a plus
• Able to perform natural background actions on camera
• Dependable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Camera Operator / Production Assistant – TV Production Background Role

Job Description

An upcoming production filming in the Kennesaw, Georgia, area is seeking background talent to portray a camera operator or production assistant. This role is ideal for performers who can naturally represent the fast-paced environment of a professional television set. Candidates with real-world camera, production assistant, or film crew experience are encouraged to highlight their experience when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a camera operator or production assistant in background scenes
• Perform realistic television production crew actions on camera
• Handle or interact with production-related props as directed
• Follow instructions from the assistant directors and production team
• Maintain natural background movement and continuity between takes
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming

Requirements

• Man or woman, ages 25–50
• Comfortable portraying a professional TV production crew member
• Real-life camera operator or production experience is a plus
• Able to follow on-set direction and repeat actions between takes
• Reliable and professional in a production environment

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Father and Son Golfers – TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting a father and son to portray a golfing duo in an exterior scene filming in the Bronx, New York. The production is seeking a dad in his 30s–40s and a boy ages 10–13 who are comfortable and experienced with golf. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can confidently handle golf-related action and deliver natural, believable interactions on camera. The background role is covered by the SAG-AFTRA CBA and is subject to a Preference of Employment provision.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and son golfing together in a television series
• Perform realistic golf movements and background action on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain natural father-and-son interactions throughout the scene
• Remain professional and attentive during exterior production

Requirements

• Dad should appear to be in his 30s–40s
• Son should be between 10–13 years old
• Both performers must know how to golf
• Comfortable performing golf-related actions on camera
• Able to participate in exterior filming in the Bronx
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production direction

Compensation

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

Party Scene Background Talent for Major Streamer

Job Description

A major streaming production is casting background talent for a funny party scene filming in the Woodstock and Marietta, Georgia area. The production is seeking 30 men and women from a variety of ethnic backgrounds who can bring high energy, personality, and a fun party atmosphere to the shoot. Selected talent should arrive camera-ready and be prepared to participate for the entire production period.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in a party scene for a major streaming production.
• Bring fun, upbeat energy and natural reactions to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during multiple takes.
• Remain available for the entire scheduled shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking 15 Caucasian/white women.
• Seeking 5 women of other ethnicities.
• Seeking 10 men of different ethnicities.
• Must be camera-ready and dressed appropriately for a fun party scene.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work in the Woodstock/Marietta, Georgia area.
• Energetic, reliable, and comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation

• $100 compensation.
• Net 15 payment terms.

Basketball Game Background Actors

Job Description

A heartfelt family drama filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area is seeking background actors for basketball game scenes in Morrow, Georgia. Casting needs men and women to portray basketball fans, recruiters, referees, and high school basketball players. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for adults who can bring authentic energy to a basketball game environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray basketball fans, recruiters, referees, or high school basketball players.
• Perform naturally in basketball game scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during multiple takes.
• Help create an authentic basketball game atmosphere on camera.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older for basketball fan, recruiter, and referee roles.
• Men ages 18–30 who can portray high school basketball players.
• Basketball player roles require taller individuals with an authentic basketball player appearance.
• Basketball player roles require no visible tattoos.
• Must be able to work in the Morrow, Georgia area.
• Reliable and comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated.

Job Title: Background Talent
CASTING CALL — LITTLE FIVE
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Little Five
ROLES: Background Talent
SHOOT DATES: August 15 through September 1
AVAILABILITY: Various Chicago filming dates throughout the production period
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois and surrounding suburbs
RATE: $136.40/8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

BACKGROUND TALENT
• Must not have already received an availability check for Little Five
• Must be interested in working as background talent on the project
• Must be available for various filming dates in Chicago and surrounding suburbs
• Call times vary depending on production needs

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply

Times Square Gorilla Costume Actor for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description

“Dexter: Resurrection” is seeking a Times Square character performer for paid background work in Manhattan, New York. Casting is looking for talent who owns a gorilla costume and is comfortable wearing it while filming summer exterior scenes in Times Square. This background acting opportunity is ideal for an experienced character performer who can work comfortably in costume and follow production direction in a busy outdoor environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a Times Square gorilla character in background scenes for “Dexter: Resurrection.”
• Wear a personal gorilla costume during filming.
• Perform in outdoor summer exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character and professionalism while working in a busy Times Square environment.

Requirements

• Must have access to or own a gorilla costume.
• Comfortable performing in the costume during outdoor filming.
• Able to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable working as a paid background actor.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set production direction.

Compensation

• Paid background work; specific rate not provided

Senior Wheelchair Patient Extras for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female senior background actors to portray patients in wheelchairs for a paid, non-speaking scene in Chicago, Illinois. Casting is looking for thin seniors in their 70s and 80s of all ethnicities. Production can provide the wheelchair for selected talent. Applicants should be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wheelchair patient in background scenes for “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform in a paid, non-speaking background role.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Male and female seniors in their 70s–80s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Thin build.
• Comfortable portraying a patient in a wheelchair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid background role; specific rate not provided.