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People of All Backgrounds for Short Film “How Much More?”

Job Description
A filmmaker is casting participants for the collaborative short film How Much More?, a poetic visual project exploring themes of systemic racism, performative allyship, and emotional resilience. The production is seeking real people with authentic presence to appear in the film. No acting experience is required, and individuals from all races, ethnicities, and age groups are encouraged to participate.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in visual scenes for the collaborative short film

  • Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

  • Participate in creative visual storytelling and staged sequences

Requirements

  • Open to all races, ethnicities, and ages

  • No acting experience required

  • Must be comfortable appearing on camera

  • London-based participants preferred

Compensation

  • Paid

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Myron Bolitar Casting Call for US Open Tennis Fans and Staff

Job Description

Harlan Coben’s Myron Bolitar is seeking non-union background talent to portray people attending and working at a professional tennis event in Flushing, Queens. The production is looking for talent to portray US Open tennis fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, spectators, trainers, and other background roles for exterior summer scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray tennis spectators, fans, coaches, stadium workers, security personnel, trainers, or other event attendees and staff.
  • Participate in exterior scenes depicting a professional tennis tournament.
  • Follow direction from the production team while filming.
  • Maintain professional behavior throughout the production.

Requirements

  • Non-union talent.
  • Must be able to work in Flushing, Queens.
  • Comfortable working in exterior summer scenes.
  • Able to portray a realistic tennis fan, spectator, coach, stadium employee, security professional, trainer, or similar role.

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours.
  • Overtime compensation after 10 hours.
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Miami Vice Movie Background and Specialty Talent Casting Call

Job Description

An upcoming Miami Vice feature film is seeking local South Florida talent for background and specialty roles filming in Miami. The production is looking for authentic Miami personalities, performers, professionals, and unique local talent who can help capture the city’s culture, nightlife, history, and iconic 1980s atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background or specialty talent in scenes for the Miami Vice feature film.
  • Portray authentic Miami locals and characters based on production needs.
  • Follow direction from the casting and production teams while on set.
  • Participate in costume fittings when required.
  • Bring relevant professional skills or specialty abilities when cast for a specific role.

Requirements

  • Must be local to South Florida.
  • Seeking real Miami personalities and authentic 1980s-inspired looks.
  • Open to locals, big personalities, unique looks, beachgoers, nightlife types, hospitality professionals, first responders, domino players, jai-alai players and fans, roller skaters, musicians, and classic or exotic vehicle owners.
  • Specialty roles may require specific skills or experience.
  • Must be professional and able to follow direction on set.

Compensation

  • Filming rate: $212 for 12 hours.
  • Some specialty roles may receive a featured rate or additional compensation.
  • Fitting rate: $50 for 3 hours.
  • 1960–1967 vintage vehicle bump: +$250.
  • 1968–1989 vintage vehicle bump: +$200.
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“You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It” Open Casting Call

Job Description

Casting is underway for “You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It,” a short film directed by Keaton Greene with a screenplay by Kole Greene, shooting in late November in Los Angeles. The film is the second of three in the anthology series “You’re Missing The Point,” a multimedia social critique of contemporary society’s relationship to perception and authenticity. The production is casting three leads, one supporting role, and featured extras under a SAG-AFTRA Short Film Micro Budget Agreement, open to both union and non-union talent. Talent must be LA based or able to work as an LA local hire.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a 35mm short film shooting in late November in Los Angeles
  • Portray one of the film’s leads, supporting characters, or featured extras

Requirements

  • LA based or willing to work as an LA local hire
  • Open to union and non-union talent
  • Apply for one role: Young Man, Young Woman, Maxxer, Maxxer’s Mom, Server, or Patrons

Compensation

  • Young Man (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
  • Young Woman (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
  • Maxxer (lead): $500/day x 1 day = $500
  • Maxxer’s Mom (supporting): $250/day x 1 day = $250
  • Server (featured extra): $200/day x 2 days = $400
  • Patrons (featured extra): $200/day x 1 day = $200

 

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ABC ‘911: Nashville’ Casting Call for Looky Loos

Job Description

Casting is underway for background talent on 911: Nashville (20th Century Television),filming Wednesday, October 14th in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This is non-union background work, local hires only. The production is looking for all genders, ages 18-70, to play looky loos. Talent must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set, though the day may be shorter. Call time is shared the afternoon prior, so full-day availability is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray looky-loo background on the set of 911: Nashville
  • Follow on-set direction for background scenes

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 18-70
  • Local hire to Nashville, TN and surrounding areas
  • Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set and be available regardless of call time

Compensation

  • $100 per 8 hours ($12.50/hour, 8-hour guarantee, time and a half after)

 

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

“Brownie” Casting Call for Homeless Woman

Job Description

Casting is underway for “Brownie,” a short film written and directed by Curtis Adair, shooting October 14th in Savannah, Georgia. The production is seeking a featured extra to play a homeless woman. Set in 1901, the film follows a photographer in the Jim Crow South facing a moral crisis after the first Kodak Brownie camera is released to the public. The role calls for a dark-skinned African American woman aged 20-39 with a period-appropriate look for 1901.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a featured extra in the short film “Brownie”
  • Maintain a period-appropriate appearance for a 1901 setting

Requirements

  • Dark-skinned African American woman, aged 20-39
  • Natural hair colors, no piercings, no visible tattoos
  • Available to work local hire to Savannah, GA on October 14th
  • Submit name, age, height, phone number, city, tattoo locations, and headshot plus full-body photo

Compensation

  • $125 for 8 hours

 

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

London Casting Call for Child and Parent, Football Groups, and Private Chef

Job Description

A London production is seeking real people for several paid on-camera opportunities. Roles include a young child who loves trucks appearing alongside a parent for a Christmas charity campaign, a football coach with team members or a group of football friends, and a private chef specializing in fitness and protein-focused meals. Selected participants should be comfortable appearing naturally on camera and following production direction.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in an on-camera production in London.
  • Child and Parent: Appear together in a heartwarming Christmas charity campaign centered around the child’s interest in trucks.
  • Football Group: Appear as a football coach and four team members or as a group of five friends from a football team.
  • Private Chef: Prepare or present fitness and protein-focused meals while engaging naturally with the camera.
  • Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the production team.

Requirements

  • Child and Parent: Child must be ages 3–6 and have a strong interest in trucks; parent must be comfortable appearing on camera with the child.
  • Football Group: London-based football coach with four team members, or five friends from a football team with one member who is visibly older.
  • Football participants do not need to play professionally.
  • Private Chef: Must specialize in fitness and protein meals.
  • Private Chef: Must have proven experience creating content and presenting to camera.
  • Must be able to work in London.

Compensation

  • Child and Parent: £700 for the child and parent.
  • Football Group: £200 per person.
  • Private Chef: £1,000.

“Cactus Club” Open Casting Call

“Cactus Club,” a local film shooting in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking background actors for a gritty 1940s-style boxing match scene at the Railyards in ABQ. Selected talent will portray energetic spectators cheering and jeering during the match. This is an unpaid opportunity open to adults of all ethnicities who are interested in gaining on-set experience and contributing to an exciting period film production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a spectator at a gritty boxing match set in a 1940s-inspired environment.
  • Cheer, jeer, and react enthusiastically during the filmed boxing match.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Remain engaged and in character during multiple takes.
  • Work on location at the Railyards in Albuquerque.
  • Be available from late afternoon into the evening on Sunday, October 5.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Open to performers of all ethnicities.
  • Must be available for the full required filming period.
  • Comfortable portraying an energetic boxing match spectator.
  • Able to follow on-set instructions and work collaboratively with the production team.
  • Interest in participating in a 1940s-style film scene is encouraged.

Compensation

  • This is an unpaid casting opportunity.
  • Meals will be provided during the shoot.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

NOW CASTING — SCAR AWARENESS MONTH

A short film celebrating Scar Awareness Month is seeking children, adults, and older adults with visible scars from surgery, accidents, or other life-changing experiences. The production aims to highlight authentic personal stories centered on survival, healing, transformation, and individual journeys. Talent of all ethnicities and backgrounds is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in a short film focused on Scar Awareness Month
  • Share the personal story behind a visible scar
  • Participate in on-camera interviews or storytelling segments as directed
  • Discuss experiences related to survival, healing, transformation, or personal growth
  • Follow production direction and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

  • Open to children, adults, and older adults
  • Must have a visible scar from surgery, an accident, or another life-changing experience
  • All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply
  • Submit two recent photos
  • Submit one clear photo of the scar
  • Provide a short written story about the scar and personal journey
  • Provide age and social media handle if available
  • Must be comfortable discussing the story behind the scar on camera

Compensation

  • Compensation details have not been provided
  • Additional terms may be shared with selected participants
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Upscale Real Estate Executives and Brokers Casting Call

Job Description

A production filming in New York is seeking upscale male and female background performers to portray real estate executives and brokers. Selected talent will appear in professional business scenes and should have a polished, sophisticated look suitable for high-end real estate professionals.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an upscale real estate executive or broker in background scenes.
  • Perform natural professional and business-related actions on camera.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Maintain a polished and professional on-camera presence.

Requirements

  • Male and female talent in their 30s to late 50s.
  • Six very upscale performers needed.
  • Men should have upscale business suits.
  • Women should have professional dresses.
  • Must be able to work in New York.
  • Open to ACTRA and non-union performers.

Compensation

  • Compensation details not provided.
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ABC ‘911: Nashville’ Casting Call for Stand-In

The television series 911: Nashville is seeking a non-union male stand-in for an upcoming shoot in Nashville, Tennessee. Production is looking for a local hire with previous set experience who closely matches the featured actor in height, hair color, and complexion. The selected performer will support the production team during lighting, camera, and technical setup.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during production setup
  • Assist camera and lighting teams by maintaining accurate positioning on set
  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production crew
  • Match the actor’s placement and movements as required
  • Remain professional, attentive, and available throughout the production day

Requirements

  • Male talent, ages 18 to 45
  • Height of approximately 5’7″ to 5’8″
  • Must have similar hair color, height, and complexion to the actor being matched
  • Previous on-set experience is required
  • Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee
  • Non-union talent only
  • Must be available for the scheduled filming day

Compensation

  • $189 for 12 hours
  • 12-hour guarantee
  • Time and a half applies after 12 hours
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ABC ‘911: Nashville’ Casting Call for Brunch Patrons

The television series 911: Nashville is seeking non-union background talent to portray brunch patrons for an upcoming shoot in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. This casting call is open to local hires only and is specifically seeking men and women ages 22 to 35 who can convincingly portray guests in a brunch setting. Selected talent should be prepared for a full production day and must be available for an extended time on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a brunch patron as background talent in a television production
  • Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
  • Remain available and camera-ready for the duration of the shoot
  • Commit to a production day that may last 12 hours or longer

Requirements

  • Must be between 22 and 35 years old
  • Male and female talent may apply
  • Must be available to work in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas
  • Local hires only
  • Must be available on October 13
  • Must be able to commit to 12 or more hours on set
  • Non-union background performers only
  • Production is strict about the stated age range

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours
  • 8-hour guarantee
  • Equivalent base rate of $12.50 per hour
  • Time and a half applies after 8 hours
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

$350/8 Mariachi Band Casting Call

Job Description

A production filming in Echo Park is seeking background performers who can portray members of a five-piece mariachi band. The production is looking for experienced mariachi musicians who can provide their own instruments and costumes, including performers who play trumpet, guitar, violin, or similar mariachi instruments. Union and non-union talent may apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a member of a five-piece mariachi band in background scenes.
  • Appear on camera with an appropriate mariachi instrument and costume.
  • Work collaboratively with other band members during filming.
  • Follow direction from the production team while on set.

Requirements

  • Union and non-union performers may apply.
  • Must be part of or able to perform with a five-piece mariachi band.
  • Must have mariachi band experience.
  • Must provide an appropriate instrument and costume.
  • Must be able to work in Echo Park.

Compensation

  • $350 for 8 hours with instrument and costume.

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04-09-2026

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