Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

HBCU Students and Alumni for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A major television series reboot is seeking Atlanta-area HBCU students and alumni ages 18 and older to portray college students as paid background actors. This exciting opportunity allows performers to be part of a high-profile scripted series inspired by a classic sitcom, filming in the Atlanta area. Ideal for current students or graduates looking to gain professional on-set experience in television production.
Submission Code: HBCU

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college students in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming

• Contribute to an authentic college campus atmosphere on screen

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Current HBCU students or HBCU alumni

• Based in or able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area

• Comfortable working as background talent on a television set

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television production environment

• Opportunity to gain on-set experience on a major series

Extras Needed for Short Film Party Scene

Job Description
A short film is casting background extras for a high-energy party scene. This fun, visually dynamic shoot is looking for performers who can bring personality and atmosphere to an on-camera event setting. Talent will appear as partygoers in a stylized scene and should be comfortable wearing creative costumes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a party guest in a short film scene

• Wear a Halloween costume for filming

• Follow direction for crowd movement and background action

• Help create an energetic, lively party environment on camera

Requirements

• Open to adults of all genders and ethnicities

• Comfortable appearing on camera as background talent

• Must be willing to wear a Halloween costume

• Reliable and able to work a full day shoot

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking a Montreal-based actress to work as a body double for a principal character. The selected performer must closely resemble the referenced character’s physical appearance and be comfortable working on set in a professional film environment. This role is ideal for performers with strong attention to detail and the ability to match movement, posture, and presence for continuity purposes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a body double for a principal character in a feature film

• Match physicality, movement, and overall appearance for continuity

• Follow on-set direction from the production and assistant directing team

• Be prepared for film set conditions, including extended periods on set

• Safely operate a standard vehicle when required for scenes

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 20s–40s

• Mixed ethnicity

• Curly hair

• Must closely resemble the reference photos provided by casting

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Comfortable driving a regular vehicle

• Must be based in or able to work locally in Montreal

Compensation Details

• Union: ACTRA

• Open to non-union performers

• Paid role (rate determined per ACTRA guidelines)

Background Extras Needed for TV Feature Film

Job Description
A non-union TV feature film is casting local background talent for multiple scenes. This holiday-themed production is seeking a wide range of extras to help create lively, authentic environments, including families, restaurant patrons, customers, and dancers. This is a paid opportunity for Buffalo-area residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted film scenes

• Follow on-set direction for continuity and blocking

• Perform natural background actions appropriate to each setting

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be local to the Buffalo, NY area

• Non-union talent only

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Parents with children:

  • Parents: any age

  • Children ages 6–13

  • Valid child performer permit or proof of application required

• Restaurant patrons:

  • Ages 18+

• Customers:

  • Ages 18+

• Dancers:

  • Ages 18+

Compensation

• $128 for 8 hours

• Industry-standard background rate

Sports Broadcast Lookalikes Needed for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting lookalikes to portray well-known college football broadcast personalities in a fun, high-energy scene. This paid opportunity is perfect for performers who naturally resemble iconic sports commentators and hosts. Talent should be comfortable matching the look, vibe, and on-camera presence of recognizable football media figures.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a sports broadcast personality lookalike in a filmed scene

• Match the general appearance, wardrobe style, and presence of the character

• Follow on-set direction for blocking and performance

• Maintain a professional and energetic attitude on set

Requirements

• Male performers

• Must strongly resemble a well-known college football broadcast personality

• Comfortable being styled to match a recognizable sports figure

• Reliable and able to work a full filming day

Compensation

• Paid background or featured role

• Industry-standard rates

CASTING CALL — THE CHI, SEASON 6
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Television Series
ROLES: Party Goers
SHOOT DATES: February 3, 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for an early morning call time and commit to a full filming day
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $132.80 for 8 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

PARTY GOERS (FEMALE BADDIES – HIGHLY ENCOURAGED)
• Gender: Female
• Age Range: 21–35
• Ethnicity: All ethnicities
• Must have a youthful appearance

PARTY GOERS (MEN – WELCOME)
• Gender: Male
• Age Range: 21–35
• Ethnicity: All ethnicities
• Must have a youthful appearance

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Indigenous Men Needed for Non-Union TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting Indigenous men for featured background roles in an upcoming season. This production is seeking authentic talent to appear in visually driven scenes filmed in and around Winnipeg. This is a paid opportunity for Manitoba residents who are available for full-day and evening shoots.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured background talent in a scripted television series

• Follow direction for visual and contextual storytelling

• Participate in full-day and evening filming as required

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Indigenous or Inuit men

• Ages 18–55

• Must be a Manitoba resident with a valid SIN number

• Non-union performers only

• Must have a valid work permit

• Available for consecutive full-day and evening shoots

• Reliable transportation preferred

Compensation

• $200 per day

CASTING CALL — THE BEAR, SEASON 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Baby Bear
SHOOT DATES: February 14 through February 17
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for all listed work dates
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $250 for 4 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

BABY BEAR
• Age: 6 months to 12 months
• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Infants may be individual babies or twins
• Must have a current work permit for each minor

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Diner Scene Extras Needed for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to appear in a diner scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for local talent who can help create an authentic, everyday atmosphere. The production is seeking a wide range of ages and looks to reflect a realistic diner setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a diner patron in background scenes

• Perform natural, everyday actions such as eating or conversing silently

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–70s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to the Chicago area or surrounding regions

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard extra rates

House Staff Roles Needed for Vertical Streaming Series

Job Description
A short-form streaming series is casting men to portray house staff in villa scenes. This non-union background opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professionally produced vertical series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray house staff in villa interior scenes

• Perform background actions as directed

• Follow instructions from the director and production team

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Men ages 25–50

• Comfortable portraying household staff roles

• Reliable and able to follow direction

• Must be comfortable with direct deposit payment

Compensation

• $100 per day