Casting Background Extras – “Grimy Persons” for Short Film “Wings”
Job Description
The supernatural short film Wings is casting background extras to portray gritty, street-level characters living on society’s edge. Set in a raw urban environment touched by mystical forces, this story centers on a mysterious healer and the lives he affects. Background performers will help bring authenticity and depth to the world of the film, populating scenes with emotionally charged presence and visual realism.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray homeless individuals, addicts, and drifters in atmospheric background scenes
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Embody physical and emotional expressions that support the film’s tone
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Collaborate with the on-set team to fulfill creative direction and continuity
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Participate in scheduled filming days and costume fittings if needed
Requirements
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Open to all ethnicities and genders
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Must be comfortable portraying rugged, distressed appearances
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Strong physical characterization and facial expressiveness required
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Must be reliable and punctual for production days
Grimy Persons (6 total)
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Roles include portraying drug addicts, homeless individuals, and drunks
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Must be able to convey fatigue, confusion, despair, or emotional disconnect through body language and subtle gestures
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These non-speaking parts require strong presence and a willingness to appear unkempt for realism
Compensation
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Paid at SAG-AFTRA background performer rates
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Union-compliant work environment
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Opportunity to gain set experience on a powerful, narrative-driven short film
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Must be 18 or older
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Compensation
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Portray assigned featured extra roles with professionalism
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Follow direction from the film’s production team
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Be prepared for full shooting days with potential retakes
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Maintain punctuality and availability during scheduled shoot times
Requirements
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Men and women, ages 25–40
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Open to all ethnicities
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Must be reliable and punctual
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Any golf experience or ability to swing a golf club is a plus
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Comfortable being directed on set
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Must provide 3 recent photos, height, sizes, phone number, and Instagram link with submission
Compensation
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$250 for an 8-hour shoot day
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$200 for a 5-hour shoot day