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Short Film Casting Call for East Asian Families

Short Film Casting – East Asian Women (Featured Extras)

A new short film is seeking East Asian women to appear as featured extras in an upcoming production. This is a paid opportunity to participate in a culturally rich project, contributing to its visual storytelling while gaining on-set experience.

Job Description
The production is looking for East Asian women to play background roles with featured moments. Selected talent will support key scenes in a narrative short film set in London. Filming is scheduled for early April.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray featured background characters in key scenes

  • Be present and attentive on set for the full duration of the shooting day

  • Collaborate with the creative team and follow on-set directions

  • Represent authentic cultural identity respectfully and accurately

Requirements

  • East Asian women

  • Ages 25 to 65

  • Must be based in London

  • Available April 4th–6th

  • No prior acting experience required, but professionalism and presence are essential

Compensation

  • Paid role (rate to be confirmed upon selection)

  • Meals and production support provided during shoot days

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Job Description
Casting is now open for male and female extras to participate in a digital video content shoot in Times Square. This project involves engaging with a product tasting cart and capturing natural reactions on camera. It’s a great opportunity to gain on-set experience in a lively environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as background extras in a branded digital content shoot

  • Interact naturally with the featured product and main talent

  • Provide authentic reactions during filming, some of which will be recorded

  • Contribute to creating a fun, engaging atmosphere on set

Requirements

  • Open to both male and female talent

  • Comfortable tasting a milk-related product (alternatives provided if necessary)

  • Must not have severe allergies or intolerances to dairy

  • Professional, punctual, and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

  • $250 for an 8-hour shoot day

  • Payment provided at the end of the shoot

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Maintenance Worker Role

Job Description
Casting is open for a Latino male actor to portray a maintenance worker in a hospital setting for the production Brilliant Minds. This role requires a grounded and authentic performance, contributing to the realistic atmosphere of the project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a maintenance worker in a hospital scene

  • Follow direction from the director for picture-casting decisions

  • Contribute to creating a professional and believable environment

Requirements

  • Latino male, ages 45–60

  • New faces preferred for this role

  • Open to ACTRA and Non-Union performers

  • Must have full availability during filming day

Compensation

  • ACTRA Full/Apprentice: Regular BG as per IPA

  • AABP/Non-Union: $17.20/hr with an 8-hour minimum

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Extra
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Acting

Pedestrian and Vehicle Extras – Feature Production

Job Description
A new feature production is seeking background performers to portray upscale pedestrians and drivers. This is a great opportunity to appear on screen in a high-profile project. Shuttle transportation will be provided for selected performers.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale pedestrians in background scenes

  • Drive vehicles in designated shots as required by production

  • Maintain professionalism and follow direction on set

Requirements

  • Must be ACTRA Full, Apprentice, or AABP members

  • Only new faces who have never appeared on this production will be considered

  • Performers with vehicles in grey, blue, or green are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity under ACTRA guidelines

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Extra
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Acting

Teen Male Role

Job Description
Casting is open for a fun scene alongside major stars. The production is looking for a young male actor who can convincingly portray a teenage character. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work in an exciting environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a featured scene with principal actors

  • Maintain professionalism and follow on-set direction

  • Deliver a believable performance as a youthful character

Requirements

  • Caucasian male

  • Ages 18 to early 20s, must be able to pass as younger

  • Blonde hair preferred

  • Must submit a recent photo and full contact details

Compensation

  • Paid background role

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Child Actor for Feature Film

Job Description
Casting a Middle Eastern boy for a paid role in an upcoming feature film. The character requires fluency in both Arabic and English. Filming will take place in London and Spain over nine weeks, though the selected child actor will not be required for the entire shoot. This is a great opportunity for young talent to be part of an international production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a feature film role with guidance from the director and production team

  • Speak lines in both Arabic and English as required

  • Participate in select filming dates during the shoot window

  • Work collaboratively on set in an international production environment

Requirements

  • Male child actor, ages 7–12

  • Middle Eastern background

  • Must speak Arabic and English fluently

  • Can be based in the UK or Europe

  • No prior acting experience required

  • Submission must come from a parent or guardian

Compensation

  • Paid role in a feature film

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Skills:
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Extras for Vertical Drama

Job Description
Casting extras for a vertical drama filming in London. Production is seeking performers to fill a variety of background roles, including guests at a party, managers, business professionals, thugs, delivery personnel, and security staff. This is a great opportunity for talent looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray assigned background roles such as party guests, professionals, or security

  • Contribute to creating a realistic and engaging atmosphere for each scene

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Must be able to work locally in London (within M25 area)

  • Must be available during the full shoot window

  • Ability to take direction and adapt to multiple background scenarios

Compensation

  • Paid background roles

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Extras Casting for Real Firefighters in Television Series

Job Description
Casting real African American firefighters for a featured background role in the hit television series Chicago Fire. This is a non-speaking role that highlights authenticity by featuring actual firefighters on screen. No acting experience is required—retired or furloughed firefighters are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on set in firefighter uniform to portray background firefighters

  • Bring authenticity and professionalism to firehouse and emergency scenes

  • Work flexible hours, including late-night filming when scheduled

  • Collaborate with cast and crew to ensure continuity and realism

Requirements

  • Male, African American firefighters (retired, furloughed, or active)

  • Must be able to provide firefighter uniform for filming

  • Must be available for scheduled shoot dates within production timeline

  • Open to talent from Chicago and nearby states

Compensation

  • Rate: $360 for 8 hours, plus time-and-a-half after 8 hours

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Male Background Actors for Bodyguard Roles

Job Description
Casting male background actors to portray bodyguards in an upcoming production. This non-speaking role requires professionalism, strong presence, and the ability to bring authenticity to security-style characters on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray bodyguards with a confident and professional demeanor

  • Appear in background scenes to support the storyline

  • Follow on-set directions to ensure continuity and realism

  • Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male actors, ages 30s–40s

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Height requirement: 5’10” – 6’1”

  • Must be able to work locally in Atlanta

  • Must provide availability during the shoot window

Compensation

  • Rate: $125 for 10 hours (buyout terms)

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Country Bands and Musicians for New Project

Job Description
Casting country bands and musicians for an upcoming project. Producers are seeking both individual musicians and full bands to perform in various scenes. Musicians of all ages are encouraged to apply, with opportunities for guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists, and banjo players.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform live or simulated music on set as directed

  • Represent authentic country or similar music styles

  • Work professionally with cast and crew during scheduled filming

  • Provide recent performance materials for casting consideration

Requirements

  • Male and female musicians of all ages

  • Experienced in country or similar genres

  • Open to both single musicians and full bands

  • Must provide photos, links to performances, and full contact information when submitting

Compensation

  • Paid roles at AFM rates

Female Background Actors for Comedy Club Scene

Job Description
Casting female background actors for a comedy club scene in an upcoming production. The role requires upscale and stylish looks to portray VIP guests. This is a great opportunity for fresh faces looking to gain experience on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as VIP guests in a lively comedy club setting

  • Wear upscale, fashionable, and sexy attire suitable for the scene

  • Work professionally with cast and crew during morning call times

  • Contribute to creating an authentic and vibrant club atmosphere

Requirements

  • Female performers, ages 21–38

  • Must be a new face (those who have not yet appeared in this production)

  • Casting specific looks: Asian female, Caucasian female, and African American female

  • Must be able to work locally in Stone Mountain, GA

Compensation

  • Paid background role

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Background Actors for Alumni Role in “Tell Me Lies”

Job Description
Casting background performers for the series Tell Me Lies. Actors will portray alumni at a prestigious post-secondary school in an interior day scene. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh faces looking to gain experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as alumni in a background scene

  • Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere on screen

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity

  • Remain professional and reliable throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male and female performers, ages 26–40

  • New faces only (those who have not previously appeared on the show)

  • Must be able to work locally in North York

Compensation

  • Paid regular background role

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Background Actors for Professor and Faculty Roles in “Tell Me Lies”

Job Description
Casting background performers for the television series Tell Me Lies. Actors will portray professors and faculty members at a prestigious post-secondary school during an interior day scene. This role is perfect for those seeking background experience on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as professors or faculty in classroom and campus settings

  • Help create a realistic academic environment for the scene

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain authenticity

  • Remain professional and reliable throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male and female performers, ages 30s–50s

  • New faces only (those who have not yet appeared on the show)

  • Must be able to work locally in North York

Compensation

  • Paid regular background role

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05-02-2025

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