True Crime Series Casting Call for Cop Role

Jazz Club Goers for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting African American men and women to portray jazz club patrons in an atmospheric, music-driven scene. This role is ideal for performers who can bring relaxed, authentic energy to a lounge-style setting and help create a vibrant jazz club environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jazz club guest in a scripted scene

• React naturally to live music and surrounding action

• Follow on-set direction for background movement and continuity

• Maintain a polished, camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• African American male and female performers

• Ages 21 and older

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a nightlife setting

• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

• Local to the filming area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

Male Background Actor for Delivery Person Role

Job Description
A television series is casting a male background actor to portray a delivery person in an upcoming scene. This role requires a clean-cut, professional appearance and the ability to follow on-set direction while contributing to a realistic workplace environment. The scene will be filmed for a scripted television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a delivery person in a television scene

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Appear camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performers ages 20s–40s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

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

• Comfortable performing background action on camera

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Real Dad and Child for Television Series Scene

Job Description
A television production is casting a real father and child to appear together in a scripted scene. This role focuses on authentic interaction and natural chemistry between parent and child, helping bring realism to a family moment on screen. The production is seeking genuine parent-child pairs for background work in a professional TV environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera together in a television scene

• Interact naturally as a real parent and child

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Real father and child pairing

• Child must be 6 years old

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Available for filming and a wardrobe fitting during the same week

• Child must be eligible to obtain a work permit

• Reliable, patient, and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Background Actors for Television Series Scenes

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area. The production is seeking clean-cut performers to help create realistic, everyday environments on screen. This opportunity is open to a wide age range and is ideal for talent interested in non-union television background work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday background characters in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction for movement and continuity

• Appear in both indoor and outdoor filming environments

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• Clean-shaven male performers with short hair

• Female performers welcome

• Ages 20s–70s

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

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Female Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking during filming. This role requires close physical matching to ensure accuracy on set and is ideal for performers with attention to detail and the ability to follow technical direction. Stand-ins play a key role in supporting production efficiency and visual consistency.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup

• Match height, weight, and overall appearance for continuity

• Follow precise blocking and technical direction

• Remain available and attentive during on-set preparation

Requirements

• Female performers

• Latina appearance preferred

• Ages 30s–50s

• Height between 4’11” and 5’2”

• Weight range 120–150 lbs

• Brown or grey hair

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

• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented

• Stand-in or background experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role

• Professional television set experience

• Compensation details provided by production

Background Actors to Portray “Looky Loos” for Television Series

Job Description
A network television series is casting background actors to portray “looky loos” in a non-union background role. This scene requires natural reactions and realistic presence as bystanders in an active environment. It’s a great opportunity for performers looking to gain experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bystanders observing on-screen action

• React naturally and follow scene direction

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

• Be available for the full on-set commitment

Requirements

• All genders, ages 30–50

• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area

• Comfortable performing background action on camera

• Reliable and able to commit to a full on-set day

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation 

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Paid non-union background role

Job Description
A local production team is casting background talent for a small-scale project. This paid opportunity is open to performers with a natural, on-camera presence and does not require prior acting experience. Selected extras will appear in scenes that help bring authenticity and atmosphere to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in filmed scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during the shoot

• Contribute to a realistic and engaging on-screen environment

Requirements

• Ages 20–35 (or able to convincingly portray this age range)

• Open to all experience levels

• No prior acting experience required

• Reliable and comfortable working on set

• Roles available for 2 female extras and 1 male extra

Compensation Details

• $250 flat rate

• Estimated 4–6 hours of work

Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking local background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area and surrounding suburbs. This opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, making it ideal for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday characters in scripted television scenes

• Participate in indoor and outdoor background action

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male and female performers, ages 20s–70s

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

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Professional television set exp

Background Pedestrians With Cars

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray everyday pedestrians with personal vehicles for street scenes. This role helps create realistic city environments with natural movement and authentic background action. Performers will appear as everyday locals going about their day while interacting naturally with their surroundings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians in exterior street scenes

• Use a personal vehicle as part of background action

• Follow on-set direction for blocking and continuity

• Maintain a natural, realistic presence on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–70, all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a working personal vehicle

• Vehicles should not be white or brightly colored on camera

• Comfortable appearing on camera for extended periods

• Visible tattoos must be coverable, unless cleared by production

• Must be available for both fitting and filming

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid fitting session (up to two hours, with overtime if applicable)

• Paid filming day with a full-day guarantee

• Overtime pay available if filming exceeds standard hours

• Additional pay for use of personal vehicle

Stagehand Supervisor (Featured Background Role)

Job Description
Seeking a male actor to portray a stagehand supervisor in a true crime reenactment. This role represents authority and leadership within a stage environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supervising crew member on camera

• Follow blocking and performance direction

• Maintain professional on-set presence

Requirements

• Male

• Ages 20–40s

• Comfortable in leadership-style roles

Compensation

• $75 per day

Stagehands (Background Roles)

Job Description
Production is casting male stagehands to appear as background talent in a true crime television reenactment involving live performance environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray working stagehands on camera

• Follow direction during staged scenes

• Assist in background movement continuity

Requirements

• Male

• Ages 18–30s

• Comfortable portraying backstage crew

Compensation

• $100 per day

Dancer Extra (Ballet-Inspired)

Job Description
A true crime series is casting dancer extras with professional-level movement to appear in visually stylized scenes inspired by ballet.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform controlled dance movements on camera

• Take choreography and movement direction

• Maintain consistency during filming

Requirements

• Strong dance background

• Physique and movement similar to a professional ballerina

• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $75 flat rate