Tyler Perry Studios Atlanta Extras Casting Call for Pedestrians

Tough Guy Background Actors for Major TV Series

Job Description

A major television series is seeking paid background actors to portray tough guy characters in an upcoming production. Casting is looking for athletic, outdoorsy men with a rugged yet polished appearance who can bring an authentic presence to the screen. This is a great opportunity for performers based in Ireland to work on a high-profile TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a tough guy character in television background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 25–50.
• Athletic or gym-going, outdoorsy appearance.
• Extremely neat facial hair or clean-shaven.
• No visible tattoos.
• Must be available for the production schedule and wardrobe fitting.
• Must have the legal right to work in Ireland.

Compensation

• Paid supporting artist rates.

FBI Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is seeking nonunion and AABP male background actors to portray FBI agents in a multi-day shoot. This paid opportunity is looking for clean-cut performers with a professional law enforcement appearance who can maintain direct continuity across all filming days. Previous experience portraying FBI agents is welcome but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in television scenes.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Perform professionally in background scenes requiring a polished federal agent appearance.
• Be available for the complete production schedule.

Requirements

• Male actors only.
• Nonunion or AABP talent.
• Minimum height of 5’10”.
• Clean-shaven or neatly groomed with short hair.
• Must have a fit, professional FBI-type appearance.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Previous experience portraying an FBI agent is a plus.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Featured Muscle Man Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a featured male background actor to portray an imposing muscle man in an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with a muscular physique who can command attention on screen in a featured non-speaking role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured muscle man in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Muscular physique with an imposing appearance.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

Female Museum Gala Background Actor

Job Description

A television series is seeking a female background actor for an elegant museum gala scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This paid opportunity is looking for a polished, sophisticated performer who can portray a high-end gala guest. The role includes scenes requiring movement in formal attire, making it ideal for talent who are comfortable performing in gowns or formal wear.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale museum gala guest in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Perform scenes requiring movement while wearing formal attire.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 40–55.
• Must have an able-bodied appearance for the scene requirements.
• Comfortable running while wearing a formal gown or evening attire.
• Must be available for the wardrobe fitting and all production days.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• Filming: $100/8 hours (plus time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $30.

Businessman Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a male background actor to portray a professional businessman for an upcoming production in the Griffin, Georgia area. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a polished corporate look and professional presence to the screen. Local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a businessman in feature film background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Wear business attire appropriate for the role.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 30–40.
• Slim to average build.
• Well-groomed short facial hair or clean-shaven appearance.
• Must have business attire suitable for the role.
• Must be able to work in the Griffin, Georgia area.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Featured Male Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is casting a featured male background actor for an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is seeking men who can portray a person who appears intoxicated in a non-speaking featured role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured non-speaking character in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to portray a person who appears intoxicated.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours)
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

High School Student Background Actors

Job Description

A new television series is seeking paid background actors to portray high school students for scenes filming in Queens, New York. Casting is open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion performers who can convincingly play younger teen characters. Selected talent will appear in both interior and exterior school scenes alongside one of the series’ main actors in an early spring setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic high school student in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Participate in interior and exterior school sequences.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Ages 14–17 or 18 and able to convincingly portray a high school student.
• Open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion talent.
• Must have a youthful appearance suitable for a high school setting.
• Must be available to work in Queens, New York.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231/8
• Nonunion: $187/10

NYC Subway Passengers for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting non-union background actors to portray authentic New York City subway passengers for scenes filming in Manhattan. This paid opportunity is looking for interesting commuter types who can help bring realistic subway platform and train scenes to life for a major TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a New York City subway passenger in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally in subway platform and train car environments.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Seeking authentic and interesting commuter types.
• Must be able to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable filming on subway platforms and inside train cars.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours.

Ladies for Club Scene in TV Drama

Job Description

An independent TV drama is casting women to portray club patrons in an after-hours nightclub scene. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking performers who can naturally portray co-workers relaxing after work while counting money, chatting, and closing out the day. Filming will take place in the Stone Mountain, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a club employee or patron in an after-hours nightclub scene.
• Interact naturally with other background performers.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create an authentic club atmosphere.

Requirements

• Women.
• Comfortable portraying a club worker or patron.
• Able to work in the Stone Mountain, Georgia area.
• Reliable and professional on set.

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours.

Crime Scene Technicians for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting male performers to portray crime scene technicians. This paid background opportunity is ideal for actors who can bring professionalism and authenticity to investigative scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crime scene technician in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Help create realistic investigative sequences.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Desk Sergeants for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking desk sergeants for an upcoming production in Chicago. This paid background opportunity is seeking professional-looking men and women who can convincingly portray experienced law enforcement personnel. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a desk sergeant in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 40–60.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men must be clean-shaven.
• Must have an appearance suitable for a law enforcement role.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Deputies for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting ACTRA and Apprentice performers to portray deputies in exterior scenes filming in Hamilton. This continuity role is seeking new faces with an authentic law enforcement look. Talent with previous experience handling prop firearms or portraying police officers is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in exterior law enforcement scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Handle approved prop equipment safely if required.

Requirements

• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.
• Ages 30–48.
• Must have an athletic, law enforcement appearance.
• Previous experience portraying police officers is preferred.
• Comfortable handling a prop firearm.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.