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Sports League Commercial Extras

Job Description

A sports league commercial is seeking male background actors to appear in a paid commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are looking for athletic individuals who can authentically portray football players and sports-related talent on camera. This is a great opportunity for performers with athletic experience, especially those with a football background, to work on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray athletes and sports league participants in commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in football-themed and sports-related sequences
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming
• Help create an authentic sports environment on screen

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 20–40
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be 6’0″ or taller
• Athletic build required
• Football experience is a plus
• Must be available to work in Austin, Texas
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $400 for up to 10 hours of work
• Approximately $40 per hour
• Non-union commercial
• Professional commercial production experience

Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is now seeking background actors of all ages and ethnicities for paid opportunities filming in New Jersey. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for anyone interested in working on a professional television production. Talent will help bring scenes to life while gaining valuable on-set experience. When applying, be sure to use the submission code “origins”.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television series scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled workdays
• Help create realistic environments and crowd scenes on set

Requirements

• Open to all ages
• Open to all ethnicities
• No acting experience required
• Must be able to work in New Jersey
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions
• Comfortable working in a television production environment
• Must use submission code “origins” when applying

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a professional television series
• Gain on-set experience and industry exposure
• No fees or costs to apply

Diner Patrons for Television Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking background actors to portray diner patrons for an upcoming shoot in Mississauga, Ontario. This non-union opportunity is open to adults who can bring authentic and natural reactions to a restaurant setting. Talent should be comfortable working as background performers and available to work locally in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray diner patrons in restaurant scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Interact naturally within background environments
• Help create a realistic dining atmosphere on screen

Requirements

• Ages 20–50
• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Must be available to work in Mississauga, Ontario
• Reliable transportation preferred
• Comfortable working as a background actor
• Ability to follow production instructions and maintain on-set professionalism

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Non-union production
• Work on a professional television set
• Gain on-set experience and industry exposure

Featured Background Talent for Sunday Night Football Promo

Job Description

A major Sunday Night Football promotional shoot is seeking featured background talent in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This production is looking for energetic individuals who can authentically portray excited concertgoers in a high-energy crowd environment. Selected talent must be available for a full day of filming and comfortable participating in dynamic crowd scenes. Local hires only, as travel and accommodations will not be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray enthusiastic concert attendees during promotional filming
• React naturally and authentically in crowd scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain energy and engagement throughout filming
• Participate safely in performance-based crowd sequences
• Work collaboratively with fellow performers and background talent

Requirements

• Must be 18–28 years old
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be a local hire able to work in the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Real couples are encouraged to apply and should be comfortable portraying concertgoers together
• Gymnasts, dancers, acrobats, cheerleaders, and other athletic performers are encouraged to apply
• Must be physically capable of safely participating in shoulder-sit or shoulder-ride positions when required
• Comfortable working closely with other performers in a crowd setting
• Must have full-day availability for the production

Compensation

• $250 for up to 10 hours of work
• Non-union project
• Full usage rights with full buyout

Tech Bros & Office Workers for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting background actors to portray tech bros and tech office workers in Nashville, Tennessee. This non-union opportunity is seeking energetic and professional talent who can help create an authentic workplace environment. Production is looking for both men and women to appear in office scenes for a popular television project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tech professionals and office employees in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create a realistic office and workplace atmosphere
• Be available for the full filming day if needed

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–55, to portray tech bros and office workers
• Female talent, ages 25–40
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must be available regardless of call time
• Able to commit to a full filming day if required
• Professional attitude and reliability on set
• Must not have previously worked on this production

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours guaranteed
• $12.50 per hour after 8 hours
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted TV series
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Church Crowd Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking attractive new faces to portray church crowd members in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain professional on-set experience while contributing to a realistic community gathering environment. Production is seeking talent with a wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance for this featured crowd scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church attendee in background scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic church community atmosphere
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• Ages 25–55
• Open to diverse talent and white talent as specified by production needs
• Must be a new face who has not previously appeared on the production
• Attractive, wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance
• Men must be clean-shaven with no facial hair
• Must be available to work in the Gilford/Innisfil area
• ACTRA Apprentice or Full ACTRA members only
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to work on an established TV series
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Upscale Dive Bar Patrons for Netflix Series

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking background actors to portray upscale dive bar patrons in Atlanta, Georgia. Production is looking for a diverse mix of distinctive personalities, character faces, and interesting individuals who can represent longtime regulars, local legends, tourists, and colorful bar guests. This role offers a chance to help create a vibrant and authentic social atmosphere on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in background scenes
• React naturally to on-screen action and dialogue
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Help create a lively and believable bar setting

Requirements

• Male and female talent
• Ages 40–70
• All ethnicities welcome
• Unique, character-filled looks encouraged
• Comfortable appearing in crowd and social scenes
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

Compensation

• $150 for up to 12 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid after 12 hours
• Fitting rate: $37.50 for up to 2 hours
• Opportunity to work on a Netflix production
• Professional television set experience

Upscale Dive Bar Waitress for Netflix Series

Job Description

A Netflix series is casting a female background actor to portray an upscale dive bar waitress. Production is looking for talent with personality, character, and a memorable presence who can help bring a beloved neighborhood bar setting to life. This role is ideal for performers who can naturally fit into an authentic bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale dive bar waitress in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Contribute to creating a realistic bar atmosphere
• Attend fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Female, ages 50–65
• All ethnicities welcome
• Interesting and character-driven appearance
• Strong on-camera presence
• Waitressing experience is helpful but not required
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

Compensation

• $150 for up to 12 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid after 12 hours
• Fitting rate: $37.50 for up to 2 hours
• Opportunity to work on a Netflix production
• Professional television set experience

Upscale Dive Bar Bartender for Netflix Series

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking a male background actor to portray an upscale dive bar bartender in Atlanta, Georgia. This character-driven role calls for someone with a distinctive look, strong presence, and the ability to embody a longtime bartender who has spent decades serving loyal patrons. Talent with authentic character faces and natural charisma are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale dive bar bartender in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Help create an authentic bar environment on screen
• Arrive prepared for wardrobe fittings and filming dates

Requirements

• Male, ages 50–65
• All ethnicities welcome
• Interesting, character-driven look
• Comfortable portraying a seasoned bartender
• Bartending experience is helpful but not required
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

Compensation

• $150 for up to 12 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid after 12 hours
• Fitting rate: $37.50 for up to 2 hours
• Opportunity to work on a Netflix production
• Professional television set experience

Male Windsurfers for Major TV Series

Job Description

A major television production is casting experienced male windsurfers for an upcoming TV series filming in Northumberland. This exciting TV casting opportunity is seeking skilled windsurfers who can confidently perform at a strong level on the water. If you have windsurfing experience and are interested in appearing in a professional television production, this could be a great opportunity to showcase your abilities on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a major television series
• Perform windsurfing activities as required by production
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Attend all scheduled shoot dates and call times

Requirements

• Male, aged 20–40
• Must be an experienced windsurfer
• Able to windsurf to a good standard
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for filming in Northumberland
• Reliable and able to follow production instructions

Compensation

• Paid under industry-standard television production rates
• Opportunity to appear in a major TV series
• Professional on-set experience
• Chance to work with an established production team

Students Needed for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television production is seeking young-looking students for paid background roles in an upcoming shoot in Toronto. Casting directors are looking for talent who can convincingly portray students in a school or campus environment. This opportunity is ideal for young adults interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray students in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in classroom, campus, or student-focused scenes as required
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Ages 18–25
• Must be legally 18 years or older
• Must be able to convincingly portray a younger student
• Men especially encouraged to apply
• Open to AABP and non-union talent
• Comfortable working in background roles
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted TV project
• Industry networking and on-set experience

Caucasian Female Needed for Flashback Scene in Production

Job Description

A production is seeking a Caucasian female performer for a flashback scene in an upcoming project filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are looking for fresh faces with a natural on-camera presence to portray a featured character in a professionally produced scene. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in gaining experience on a scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a flashback scene
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Caucasian female
• Ages 43–46
• Must be a new face to the production
• Must wear a size 4 dress to fit wardrobe requirements
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and able to follow direction
• Available to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• $328 for a 4-hour shoot
• Open to ACTRA, AABP, and non-union talent
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to work in a featured flashback scene