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“The Unrestricted War” Feature Film Casting Call

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Casting Call: Background Talent

Job Description:

We are seeking background talent to join the production of the ACTRA Feature Film, “The Unrestricted War.” This is a primarily Asian-themed project, encompassing various Asian ethnicities such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc. The production offers opportunities for both ACTRA and non-union spots, with several roles requiring continuity.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Act as background talent in various scenes, enhancing the visual authenticity of the film.
  • Follow directions provided by the director and production team to accurately portray the intended atmosphere and setting of each scene.
  • Maintain professionalism and focus during long periods of waiting and filming.

Requirements:

  • Age range: 6 – 80 years old.
  • Ethnically Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc).
  • No previous acting experience required, though it is a plus.
  • Ability to take direction and work well within a team.
  • Reliable and punctual.

Compensation:

  • Compensation will be provided based on ACTRA standards for union members.
  • Non-union talent will receive a competitive daily rate.
  • Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
  • Transportation stipends may be provided for select roles and locations.

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Hispanic and Latino Talent for Paid Project

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A paid on-camera project is casting Hispanic and Latino men and women for an upcoming production. This opportunity is open to new faces and does not require prior acting experience. The production is seeking natural, everyday individuals who are comfortable on camera and interested in participating in a professional shoot.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in a scripted or lifestyle-style project

  • Follow direction from the production team

  • Present natural expressions and authentic presence

  • Remain professional and punctual on set

Requirements

  • Hispanic or Latino men and women

  • Ages 22–29

  • No acting experience required

  • Comfortable being filmed on camera

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot

Compensation

  • $350 flat rate

  • Paid on-camera role

  • Professional production experience

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SAG Background Actors for National Car Commercial

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A national car commercial is casting SAG background actors for an upcoming shoot. This project is seeking a wide range of performers to appear in professional, non-speaking commercial scenes. Talent will help create realistic, everyday moments that support the visual storytelling of a major automotive campaign.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as background talent in a national car commercial

  • Follow direction from the director and assistant directors

  • Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

  • Be available for scheduled filming days

Requirements

  • SAG-AFTRA members only

  • Men and women ages 18–60

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

  • SAG background rate

  • Paid union commercial role

  • Professional on-set experience

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Male Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting a male stand-in to support lighting and camera blocking for upcoming scenes. This non-speaking role requires a close physical match to a principal actor and is ideal for performers with prior on-set experience or those looking to work behind the scenes in a professional TV production. Local talent from the Chicago area is required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during technical rehearsals

  • Match height, build, and general appearance for lighting and camera setup

  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team

  • Remain available and professional throughout filming days

Requirements

  • Caucasian male

  • Ages 20s–40s

  • Brown or dark blonde hair

  • Height between 5’8” and 5’10”

  • Slim to medium build

  • Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

  • Stand-in or background experience is a plus

Compensation

  • $186 for 8 hours

  • Time and a half after 8 hours

  • Paid stand-in role on a television series

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Father and Son Duo for Television Continuity Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting a real-life father and son duo for a multi-day continuity role. This project requires consistent availability across all shoot days and focuses on authentic on-screen chemistry between parent and child. Both performers will appear together to maintain visual and story continuity across scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear together as a father and son in scripted television scenes

  • Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

  • Follow direction from the production team

  • Remain available for full-day filming schedules

  • Work professionally on set throughout the production period

Requirements

  • Real-life father and son duo only

  • Son must be ages 9–10

  • White performers

  • Open to ACTRA or non-union talent

  • Must have full, open availability with no time constraints on shoot days

  • Minor will be provided with on-set tutoring

Compensation

  • Paid television roles

  • Multi-day booking (three consecutive shoot days)

  • Professional on-set experience for both father and child

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Boy Actor for Supporting Role in Short Film

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A historical short film is casting a young boy for a supporting role in a period drama set in the early 1900s. This role portrays a bright, eager child whose innocence contrasts with the darker themes surrounding him. The character appears across multiple scenes and plays an important emotional role in the story.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a supporting child character in a scripted short film

  • Perform naturally in emotionally grounded scenes

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Participate in multiple scenes filmed in one shoot day

Requirements

  • Boys ages 8–12

  • Must be able to portray innocence, curiosity, and warmth

  • Comfortable performing on camera in a period setting

  • Able to work a full filming day

  • Guardian availability required

Compensation

  • $250 per day

  • Paid supporting role in a short film

  • Professional on-set acting experience

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Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as security personnel in background scenes

  • Maintain alert, professional body language

  • Follow direction for positioning and movement

  • Remain attentive during extended filming hours

Requirements

  • Male performers only

  • Ages 21–40

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Comfortable working in adult-themed settings

  • Must have full-day availability

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

  • Time and a half pay after 8 hours

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Bartender Background Extras

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is seeking male background extras to portray bartenders in a strip club scene. This role involves realistic bar service actions and confident on-camera presence in a nightlife environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bartender in a scripted strip club scene

  • Perform natural bar service movements

  • Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors

  • Maintain a professional demeanor on set

Requirements

  • Male performers only

  • Ages 21–40

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Comfortable working in adult-themed environments

  • Must have full-day availability

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

  • Time and a half pay after 8 hours

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Strip Club Patron Background Extras

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A scripted television series is casting male background extras to portray strip club patrons in an adult-themed nightlife scene. This role is non-speaking and focuses on natural reactions, energy, and atmosphere in a controlled production environment. Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a strip club patron in background scenes

  • React naturally and maintain energetic, realistic behavior

  • Follow on-set direction from the production team

  • Remain professional during adult-themed filming

Requirements

  • Male performers only

  • Ages 21–55

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be comfortable around semi-nudity and adult club settings

  • Must have full-day availability

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

  • Time and a half pay after 8 hours

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Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera setup or appear as a background extra

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain continuity, positioning, and professionalism on set

  • Be available for fittings and scheduled filming times

Requirements

  • Non-union performers only

  • Must be local to Dallas, Texas

  • Must fit one of the following available roles:

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      • Ages 18–40

      • Caucasian

      • Height between 6’3”–6’6”

      • Athletic build

      • Short brown hair

      • XL shirt size preferred

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      • Ages 18–40

      • Caucasian

      • Height between 5’3”–5’5”

      • Athletic build

      • Long blonde hair

      • XS or S shirt size preferred

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      • All ethnicities welcome

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A music video production is casting featured background talent for an undisclosed artist. This project is seeking expressive, unique individuals to appear on camera and help create a visually dynamic atmosphere. Talent should be comfortable moving naturally, loosening up, and occasionally dancing, with no formal dance experience required. Filming will take place in the Nashville, Tennessee area, and local hires only will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

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  • Express personality, presence, and individuality on camera

  • Perform light movement, freestyle dancing, or stillness as directed

  • Follow creative and on-set direction throughout filming

  • Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

  • Ages 18–80

  • All genders, all ethnicities, all body types

  • Comfortable with casual movement and freestyle dancing when needed

  • Comfortable holding still with minimal movement when required

  • Real couples are encouraged to apply

  • Must be a Nashville-area local hire with full-day availability

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • $180 flat rate for up to 6 hours

  • Full-day pay guaranteed even if wrapped early

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A historical documentary-style film is casting young male performers for featured extra and background extra roles. This project explores stories from the American Revolution era and requires talent who can authentically portray period-appropriate characters. Filming will take place across multiple Virginia locations, with flexible scheduling based on role type.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray historical figures or townspeople in Revolutionary War–era scenes

  • Follow direction for non-speaking, natural background action

  • Maintain historically accurate appearance and movement

  • Participate in ambient sound recording as needed

Requirements

  • Male performers ages 18–40

  • Caucasian males preferred for historical accuracy

  • Dark hair preferred; longer hair that can be pulled into a short ponytail is a plus

  • Must be willing to be clean-shaven or wear a period wig

  • No visible tattoos or piercings

  • Comfortable working in historically themed scenes

  • Flexible availability during the filming window

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Job Description
A historical short film is casting background extras to portray townspeople in an early 1900s setting. This production recreates life in 1901 and is seeking authentic, period-appropriate looks to support the opening scene. The role is non-speaking and focused on natural reactions and presence within a historically accurate environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a townsperson in a historical background scene

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain period-appropriate behavior and appearance

  • Remain professional and focused during filming

Requirements

  • Men, women, and children ages 10–80

  • Period-appropriate appearance required (natural hair colors, no visible piercings, no visible tattoos)

  • Comfortable working on a historically themed film set

  • Families are encouraged to apply together

  • Must be able to portray serious, emotionally grounded background moments

  • Comfortable with sensitive historical subject matter

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours

  • Paid background role

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12-10-2023

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