Short Film Crew Call – Second Assistant Director

Models and Actors for Upcoming Entertainment Projects

Job Description

A talent agency is seeking new faces for a variety of upcoming film, television, commercial, fashion, and lifestyle projects. Casting directors are looking for individuals of all experience levels, including beginners, who are interested in modeling or acting opportunities. Multiple roles are available across a wide range of age groups and project types.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in auditions, castings, and talent evaluations
• Appear in film, television, commercial, modeling, or lifestyle projects
• Follow direction from casting professionals and production teams
• Maintain a professional attitude on set and during auditions
• Be available for project-specific filming or photography schedules

Requirements

• Open to beginners and experienced talent
• Seeking:
  • Children in grades K–6
  • Middle school teens
  • Teen actors and models
  • Adult actors and models
  • Adults ages 50–70
  • Families with infants, teens, and parents
• Interest in acting, modeling, commercials, or lifestyle content
• Professional attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Paid opportunities vary by project
• Film, television, commercial, and modeling experience
• Exposure to casting and talent industry professionals
• Opportunities for ongoing project consideration

Daisy – Female Actor for Short Film

Job Description

An upcoming mini short film is casting for the role of Daisy, a key supporting character in a heartfelt story about faith, connection, and personal growth. Casting directors are seeking an actress with a warm, natural presence who can convey emotion through subtle and authentic performance. This role offers an opportunity to earn an IMDb credit while contributing to a meaningful independent film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Daisy in a narrative short film
• Deliver a natural and emotionally authentic performance
• Work collaboratively with the director and cast
• Participate in scheduled filming sessions
• Convey character emotions through strong nonverbal acting

Requirements

• Female, ages 22–28
• Strong acting ability with a natural on-screen presence
• Comfortable portraying a sweet and shy character
• Excellent nonverbal communication and expressive acting skills
• Reliable, professional, and able to work on an independent film production
• Headshot, resume, and demo reel or self-tape preferred

Compensation

• IMDb credit provided
• Valuable on-set acting experience
• Opportunity to build film credits and portfolio material
• Non-paid role

Background Actors for Independent Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is seeking background actors for a variety of unique character types in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for fresh faces, expressive personalities, and individuals who can bring authenticity to featured background scenes. Opportunities are available for both union and non-union performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in film scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Participate in crowd and specialty background scenes
• Arrive on time and prepared for assigned filming days

Requirements

• Seeking new faces and performers who have not recently submitted
• Available character types include:
  • Living Statue of a Lobster Fisherman (Male, ages 35–45, comfortable portraying a living statue)
  • Young Los Angeles-style personalities, influencers, fashion-forward individuals, and trendsetters (ages 23–35)
  • Silver Seniors and Octogenarians (ages 75–100+)
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Comfortable working on a film set
• Ability to follow production direction

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Feature background rate of $231 for 8 hours
• Select non-union background opportunities may be available
• Professional feature film experience
• Opportunity to work in featured background roles

Featured Background Actors for Local Landmark Project

Job Description

A production is seeking featured background actors for a project filming at a well-known local landmark. Casting directors are looking for adults to appear in non-speaking roles and help bring authentic community scenes to life. This is a paid opportunity for reliable performers who are comfortable working outdoors around farm equipment and animals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in featured scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Participate in outdoor filming environments
• Work comfortably around farm animals and tractors
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled call times

Requirements

• Men and women, any ethnicity
• Ages 35–55
• Comfortable around farm animals and tractors
• Available for scheduled filming dates and times
• Professional, dependable, and able to follow direction
• Recent photos required for consideration
• No speaking roles

Compensation

• $125 per day
• Breakfast and lunch provided
• Paid featured background opportunity
• Professional production experience

Families for Cruise Vacation Commercial

Job Description

A cruise vacation commercial is seeking real Caucasian and Hispanic families for a paid advertising campaign. Casting directors are looking for energetic families who can authentically portray vacation experiences aboard a cruise. This is a high-paying commercial opportunity for families who enjoy travel, adventure, and creating memorable moments together on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional cruise vacation commercial
• Portray a family enjoying onboard activities and vacation experiences
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Attend a required fitting before filming
• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Caucasian or Hispanic families
• Seeking:
  • Family of 4: Two parents and two children ages 7–10
  • Family of 5: Two parents and three children ages 7–12
• All family members must have valid passports
• Must be available for fitting and filming dates
• Must be able to work as a local hire or self-report to Port Canaveral
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production

Compensation

• $2,250 per person (less applicable fees)
• Hotel accommodations provided for fitting and days leading up to sailing
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a national travel and tourism campaign

Casino Staff for Streaming Series

Job Description

A streaming series is casting background actors to portray casino staff members in casino scenes. Production is seeking performers who can help create a realistic casino environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray casino employees in background scenes
• Follow production instructions and direction
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Participate in casino-related scenes
• Wear required wardrobe for filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–60
• Must be available for both filming days
• Must have a white button-down shirt and black slacks
• Professional attitude and reliability
• Comfortable working on set

Compensation

• $100 for up to 10 hours unless otherwise stated
• Paid via direct deposit
• Opportunity to gain professional production experience

Casino Security Guards

Job Description

A streaming series is casting background actors to portray casino security personnel. Production is looking for men who can convincingly portray professional security guards in casino scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray casino security personnel
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism
• Participate in casino environment scenes
• Wear required wardrobe throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–60
• Must own an all-black suit
• Professional demeanor
• Comfortable portraying security personnel
• Reliable transportation and punctuality

Compensation

• $100 for up to 10 hours unless otherwise stated
• Paid via direct deposit
• Opportunity to work on a professional production

Female Bartender for Streaming Series

Job Description

A vertical shorts streaming series is seeking a female background actor to portray a bartender in casino scenes. This role requires someone who can naturally fit into a fast-paced casino environment and bring authenticity to the setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in casino scenes
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Interact naturally within the background environment
• Be available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–40
• Must be available for both filming days
• Professional and dependable
• Comfortable working in a casino-themed setting
• Previous on-set experience is a plus

Compensation

• $100 for up to 10 hours unless otherwise stated
• Paid via direct deposit
• Professional production experience

Casino Gamblers for Streaming Series

Job Description

A vertical shorts streaming series is casting background actors to portray tough casino gamblers in upcoming casino scenes. Production is seeking men with strong character looks who can convincingly portray experienced gamblers in a realistic casino environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray casino gamblers in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity during filming
• Arrive on time and camera-ready
• Participate in casino-themed scenes over multiple filming days

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–60
• Must be available for both filming days
• Professional attitude and reliability
• Comfortable working on a film set
• Ability to portray a rugged or tough character type

Compensation

• $100 for up to 10 hours unless otherwise stated
• Paid via direct deposit
• Opportunity to work on a streaming series production

Crime Scene Background Actors for Independent TV Drama

Job Description

An independent television drama is seeking background actors to portray crime scene personnel and first responders in upcoming production scenes. Casting directors are looking for individuals to portray police officers, CSI investigators, detectives, EMTs, and related crime scene characters. This is a great opportunity to gain professional on-set experience while working on a television drama production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray law enforcement, emergency response, or investigative personnel
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in crime scene and procedural drama sequences
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for assigned scenes
• Work evening filming hours as scheduled

Requirements

• Open to performers interested in crime drama and procedural roles
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and work as part of a team
• Reliable transportation to the filming location
• Professional attitude and punctuality
• Comfortable portraying police officers, CSI agents, detectives, EMTs, and similar roles
• Available for evening filming schedules

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours of work
• Paid via direct deposit
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to appear in crime scene and investigative sequences

Bagpiper for Sports Broadcast Project

Job Description

A major sports broadcast project is seeking a talented bagpiper to appear in coverage related to an international soccer tournament. Casting directors are looking for an experienced performer with strong bagpipe skills and an authentic presence. This is a paid opportunity for a featured performance role in a high-profile sports media production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform bagpipe music for a sports broadcast segment
• Participate in on-camera filming as directed by the production team
• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe and performance attire
• Bring and perform with your own bagpipes
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production

Requirements

• Experienced bagpiper
• Ages 50–60 preferred
• Scottish accent is a plus
• Must own and be able to play bagpipes proficiently
• Must provide your own kilt and appropriate wardrobe
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Reliable and available for filming in Boston

Compensation

• $600 for approximately 4 hours of work
• Featured role in a sports broadcast production
• Professional media production experience

Background Actors for Independent TV Drama

Job Description

A new independent television drama is seeking background actors for a variety of featured and general background roles. Production is looking for performers to help bring authentic community, law enforcement, emergency response, and everyday life scenes to the screen. This is a great opportunity for actors and aspiring performers to gain on-set experience while working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background characters in television drama scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Arrive on time and prepared for wardrobe and scene requirements
• Participate in crowd, community, workplace, and public setting scenes

Requirements

• Open to performers of various ages, backgrounds, and experience levels
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and work collaboratively
• Reliable transportation to filming locations
• Professional attitude and punctuality
• Available for filming as scheduled

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours of work
• Paid via direct deposit
• Opportunity to gain professional television production experience
• Multiple background roles available throughout production