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Male Stand-In for “The Chosen” Season 7
Job Description
Season 7 of The Chosen is now casting a male stand-in for filming in Midlothian, Texas. Production is seeking Texas residents who closely match the specified physical description for this paid television opportunity. Selected talent must be available for all scheduled filming days and comfortable working long production hours on set.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a stand-in for actors during production setup and filming
- Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team
- Maintain continuity for lighting and camera preparation
- Be available for all scheduled filming dates
- Arrive on set prepared and on time each filming day
Requirements
- Male talent with olive to deep skin tones
- Height: 5’11”
- Weight: Approximately 165 lbs
- Must be a Texas resident
- Must be available for all four filming days
- Comfortable working on a professional television production set
- Professional attitude and reliability required
Compensation
- $200 for 10 hours
- Paid stand-in opportunity for a hit television series
- Gain professional on-set production experience
Child Photo Double Casting Call for Feature Film “Eloise”
Job Description
The feature film Eloise is now casting child photo doubles for upcoming filming in New York City. Casting directors are seeking children who closely match specific physical descriptions for paid background and stand-in work on the production. This is an exciting opportunity for young talent to gain experience working on a professional feature film set.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a photo double for child actors during filming
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Participate in scheduled filming days in New York City
- Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
- Be available for tentative shoot dates as scheduled
Requirements
- Seeking a 5’1” white female child around 10 years old
- Seeking a 4’8” Asian male child around 10 years old
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
- Parent or guardian must be available for production coordination
- Child performer work permit may be required for New York productions
- Must be comfortable working on a professional film set
Compensation
- $262 for 8 hours
- SAG-AFTRA covered production
- Paid background and photo double opportunity
- Professional feature film experience
SAG-AFTRA MMA Gym Patrons for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film production is now casting SAG-AFTRA members to portray MMA gym patrons in scenes filming in downtown Los Angeles. Casting directors are seeking talent who can authentically fit the atmosphere of an active MMA training environment for this exciting film opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray MMA gym members and patrons in background scenes
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing team
- Maintain continuity throughout filming
- Participate in full-day filming as scheduled
- Help create a realistic gym environment on set
Requirements
- Must be a SAG-AFTRA member
- Comfortable portraying MMA gym attendees
- Must be available for a full filming day
- Professional attitude and reliability required
- Ability to work in Los Angeles, California
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA rate of $224 for 8 hours
- Opportunity to work on a feature film production
- Professional on-set experience with industry filmmakers
Paid Background Extras for HBO’s “The Gilded Age” Season 4
Job Description
Grant Wilfley Casting is now seeking Albany and Rensselaer County locals to work as paid background extras for Season 4 of HBO’s The Gilded Age. Production is looking for talent to portray 1880s-era people of all social classes in scenes filming throughout Troy, New York. This is an exciting opportunity to appear in a hit period television drama and gain professional on-set experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray 1880s-era background characters during filming
- Follow costume, hair, and production direction for period scenes
- Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
- Participate in wardrobe fittings if selected
- Be available for filming dates scheduled in Troy, New York
Requirements
- Must be local to Albany or Rensselaer County, New York
- Open to talent of all backgrounds and experience levels
- Comfortable wearing period wardrobe and styling
- Reliable transportation to filming locations in Troy, NY
- Ability to follow on-set direction and production guidelines
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA Rate: $224 for 8 hours
- SAG-AFTRA Fitting Rate: $56 for 2 hours
- Non-SAG Rate: $187 for 10 hours
- Non-SAG Fitting Rate: $46.75 for 2.5 hours
- Paid background extra opportunity for HBO television series
Netflix TV Series “The Woods” Background Casting Call
Job Description
A new Netflix television series, The Woods, is now casting non-speaking background actors for upcoming filming in the Newburgh, New York area. Production is seeking adults ages 18 and older to portray a variety of background roles in scenes set during the 1970s summer season. Filming will take place across multiple New York locations, and talent should be prepared for full-day and evening shoots.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray non-speaking background characters in various scenes
- Follow on-set direction from the production team and casting staff
- Maintain continuity and professional behavior during filming
- Be available for full-day shoots, including possible late-night filming
- Participate in wardrobe fittings if selected
Requirements
- Adults ages 18+
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
- Must have flexible availability for filming days and evenings
- Comfortable working long production hours if needed
- Ability to work in outdoor and on-location filming environments
- Must be available to work in Newburgh, NY and surrounding filming locations
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA Rate: $224 for 8 hours
- Non-Union Rate: $187 for 10 hours
- Full-day and evening filming commitments required
- Non-negotiable production rates
Japanese Bar Patrons for TV Series Background Roles
Job Description
A hit television series is casting background actors to portray Japanese bar patrons for upcoming interior and exterior scenes filming in the New York City area. Casting directors are seeking authentic and expressive talent for paid background work in a lively bar setting. This is a great opportunity to work on a professional television production and gain on-set experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Japanese bar patrons in background scenes
- Follow on-set direction from the production team
- Participate in interior and exterior filming environments
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
Requirements
- Must be able to portray Japanese bar patrons
- Must be local to the NYC metro area
- Must be available for tentative filming dates
- Must not have previously worked on the production
- No recording devices permitted on set, including phones or smartwatches
- Must be eligible to complete federal I-9 employment verification
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA Rate: $224 for 8 hours
- Covered under SAG-AFTRA CBA terms
- Paid background acting opportunity
Older Man with Labrador Dog for Background Role
Job Description
A production filming in Los Angeles is seeking an older male background actor with a well-behaved Labrador-type dog for an upcoming scene. Casting directors are looking for talent who can comfortably work with their dog on set and bring an authentic everyday presence to the production. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in background scenes with a Labrador-type dog
- Follow production direction during filming
- Maintain professionalism on set with animal handling
- Participate in scheduled workday filming
Requirements
- Male talent, ages 45–70
- All ethnicities welcome
- Must own or have access to a well-behaved Labrador-type dog
- Must be local to Los Angeles, California
- Comfortable working on set with pets and crew
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA Rate: $224 for 8 hours
- Paid background role opportunity
1980s Background Actors for Time Travel Movie
Job Description
Boys With Ties is casting background actors for an upcoming low-budget time travel movie centered around the 1980s. Casting directors are searching for talent of all ages who can authentically recreate 1980s fashion and style for featured background scenes.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as background actors in a time travel movie
- Wear 1980s-inspired wardrobe and hairstyles
- Follow on-set direction from the production team
- Help create authentic retro crowd scenes and environments
Requirements
- Open to all ages
- Must be able to style yourself in 1980s attire
- Comfortable appearing on camera
- Must submit a current photo in 1980s-inspired clothing/style
Compensation
- Unpaid / $0 budget independent film opportunity
- Experience-building opportunity for actors and film enthusiasts
Youth Baseball Player Casting Call for Feature Film “Keeping Score”
Job Description
The feature film Keeping Score is now casting a young baseball player for scenes filming in North Carolina. Production is seeking athletic youth talent who can realistically play baseball on camera for this paid movie opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a baseball player in feature film scenes
- Participate in baseball-related filming sequences
- Follow direction from the production team on set
- Demonstrate real baseball skills during filming
- Maintain professionalism throughout production
Requirements
- Boys ages 7–9
- Must be able to hit and play baseball
- Prior baseball experience preferred
- Must be available for filming in the coastal region of North Carolina
- Parent or guardian must accompany minor talent
- Professional attitude and reliability required
Compensation
- $165 guaranteed for up to 10 hours
- Paid feature film opportunity
- Professional on-set movie experience
- Opportunity to showcase baseball skills on camera
Football Player Casting Call for Miami Sports Commercial
Job Description
A sports commercial filming in Deerfield Beach, Florida is now casting men to portray football players in an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking energetic and athletic talent for a paid commercial shoot. Real football experience is a plus, but all applicants will be considered.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray football players in commercial scenes
- Participate in sports-related filming activities
- Follow direction from the production team on set
- Work with provided football gear during filming
- Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot day
Requirements
- Men ages 18–30
- Open to all ethnicities
- Athletic appearance preferred
- Real football experience is a plus but not required
- Must be local to the Deerfield Beach or Miami area
- Comfortable participating in sports-themed filming
Compensation
- $200 paid opportunity
- Additional 20% agency fee where applicable
- Football gear provided by production
- Professional commercial production experience


