“The Broken Places” Open Casting Call

Vertical Short Film Casting Call: Background Actors

Job Description
A vertical short film production is seeking background actors for a fast-paced, cinematic project filming in San Antonio, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional short film environment. Roles are non-speaking background parts that support key scenes involving clubs, gangs, and action-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic background characters such as club patrons, mob guards, soldiers, and gang members
• Follow on-set direction to enhance scene authenticity
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming
• Participate in staged action or light combat scenes when required

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–45
• Must be local to San Antonio, Texas (local hire only)
• Reliable transportation required
• Athletic or tough appearance preferred for select roles
• Comfort with club, action, or crime-drama settings
• Stage combat experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $90 for up to 6 hours per day
• Half-day shoot format
• Non-union background acting role

Karma: Full Circle – Background Actors

Job Description
The television series Karma: Full Circle is seeking background actors for multiple featured and non-speaking roles. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience and build series credits while working on a professionally produced project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles naturally and consistently on set

• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators

• Maintain continuity, wardrobe, and professionalism during filming

• Be punctual, attentive, and ready for extended filming days as needed

Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work as a background actor

• Comfortable working in crowd scenes or uniformed roles

• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a fast-paced production environment

• Prior background acting experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• IMDb credit

• Unpaid background role

• Valuable on-set experience with a scripted television series

Latinx Background Actors for 1970s Mexican Cantina Short Film

Job Description
An independent short film is casting paid Latinx background actors to bring an authentic 1970s Mexican cantina setting to life in Atlanta, Georgia. Production is looking for real presence and character—no acting experience required—just people who naturally fit the look, spirit, and cultural authenticity of a working-class cantina community. Scenes will feature miners, villagers, and couples socializing, dancing, and gathering in a lively cantina environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mexican cantina locals in a late-1970s village setting with natural, lived-in energy.

• Follow on-set direction for background movement, timing, and continuity.

• Participate in realistic cantina activities such as socializing, drinking, talking, and reacting naturally.

• For selected roles, dance naturally with a partner in a close, jukebox-style vibe.

Requirements

• Latinx adults 18+.

• Must be comfortable wearing 1970s period-appropriate clothing (wardrobe must match the setting).

• Must be able to portray authentic Mexican villagers with expressive, lived-in presence.

• Must be fully available for both listed work days (may work one or both).

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours (paid).

Casting Circus Performers for Short Film in Nashville

Job Description:
A short film shooting in the Watertown area near Nashville is seeking talented featured background performers to play circus characters. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase unique looks and special performance skills on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray circus performers in a visually dynamic short film.

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain energy throughout the shoot.

• Bring authenticity, creativity, and enthusiasm to each scene.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older and local to the Nashville, TN area.

• Little Person Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities.

• Tattooed Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities, heavily tattooed (visible tattoos on face, hands, or full body).

• Stilt Walker Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities, must have experience and own equipment.

• Must be available for a full day of filming and flexible with call times.

Compensation:

• $200 for up to 5 hours of work (full pay even if wrapped early).

Featured Extra Role as Valet for Music Video/Short Film

Job Description
A music video/short film production is seeking a male featured extra to portray a valet. This role requires light acting to capture a specific character mood and adds comedic personality to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a valet in featured background scenes

• Act naturally to appear bothered and confused as directed

• Work closely with the production team to capture the intended comedic effect

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be comfortable with light acting and expressive reactions

• Wardrobe may be provided or coordinated with production

Compensation

• $75 flat rate