Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Male Background Actors Needed for Firefighter & Police Photo Shoot

Job Description
A professional television production is casting male background actors for a paid, non-speaking photo shoot portraying firefighters and police officers. This opportunity is open to clean-cut, camera-ready talent and will involve uniformed photography for an upcoming production. Talent must be local to the Chicago area or surrounding border states and available to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a professional photo shoot as a firefighter or police officer

• Wear uniform wardrobe provided by production

• Follow direction from the photography and production team

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male actors

• Ages 20–60

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• No earrings

• No visible tattoos

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not have worked on this production within the past two weeks

• Comfortable being photographed in uniform

Compensation

• Paid background photo shoot

• Non-speaking role

Female Actor Needed for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a female actor for a featured role in an upcoming episode. This role requires portraying emotionally intense material in scripted murder reenactment scenes. The project offers a professional, story-driven environment and is ideal for actors comfortable with dramatic, serious subject matter.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a true crime recreation series

• Perform scripted scenes involving dramatic and sensitive content

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism during emotionally intense scenes

Requirements

• Female actor

• Black

• Early 20s

• Must resemble the provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted murder and true crime content

• Available for 1–2 shoot days

Compensation

• $200 per day worked

• Hotel accommodations provided

Masked Men Needed for Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting muscular male talent to portray masked men in background scenes. This is a paid background opportunity for confident, physically fit performers who are comfortable working on set and taking direction in a professional production environment. The role focuses on physical presence rather than dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a masked background character

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain a strong, intimidating physical presence on set

• Work professionally and remain camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Male

• Age 18 and older

• Caucasian

• Muscular or athletic build

• Comfortable wearing a mask on camera

• Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours of work

Native American Background Actors Needed for TV Series “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A major television series is casting Native American men and women to work as background actors for upcoming episodes of Tulsa King. This paid background opportunity is part of a Paramount+ series and is ideal for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience. No acting background is required, and multiple work dates are available.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in scripted television scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Help create authentic, realistic background environments

• Maintain professionalism and availability throughout filming days

Requirements

• Native American men and women

• All adult ages encouraged to apply

• No acting experience required

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

• Available for various filming dates through the end of March

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of work

• Overtime may apply after 12 hours

• Paid background acting opportunity

Background Extras Needed for TV Series “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking new background extras to appear in an upcoming episode of Tulsa King. This opportunity is open to fresh faces only and is ideal for talent with prior restaurant or service experience looking to work on a professional TV production. Filming will take place in the Atlanta, Georgia area, and all talent must be able to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as restaurant background talent

• Portray realistic pizzeria staff in active service scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 18–35

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• New faces only (must not have previously worked on this series)

• Must have prior server or waitstaff experience

• No visible tattoos that cannot be fully covered

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Paid full day even if wrapped early

• Overtime applies after 12 hours

Background Extras Needed for TV Series “Tulsa King”

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking new background extras to appear in an upcoming episode of Tulsa King. This opportunity is open to fresh faces only and is ideal for talent with prior restaurant or service experience looking to work on a professional TV production. Filming will take place in the Atlanta, Georgia area, and all talent must be able to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as restaurant background talent
• Portray realistic pizzeria staff in active service scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent
• Ages 18–35
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• New faces only (must not have previously worked on this series)
• Must have prior server or waitstaff experience
• No visible tattoos that cannot be fully covered
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours
• Paid full day even if wrapped early
• Overtime applies after 12 hours

Background Nurses Needed for Union PSA

Job Description
A union public service announcement is casting background talent to portray nurses in an upcoming PSA for an international aid organization. This SAG-AFTRA commercial project is seeking professional, camera-ready adults to help create realistic healthcare environments. This is a one-day background role with a quick turnaround and a meaningful message.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying nurses in a PSA

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity and natural movement in healthcare scenes

• Work professionally in a union production setting

Requirements

• Male or female

• Ages 20s–50s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Atlanta, Georgia or surrounding areas

• SAG-AFTRA eligible or union member

• Medical experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Background Scale (Commercial)

• $448.70 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime applies after 8 hours

Background Talent Needed for Union PSA (Role: Mom #2)

Job Description
A union public service announcement is casting background talent for an upcoming PSA project supporting an international organization. This SAG-AFTRA commercial project is seeking professional, camera-ready talent to portray a realistic family role in a meaningful, message-driven production. This is a one-day background role with a quick turnaround.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background family member in a PSA

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity and natural reactions during scenes

• Work professionally within a union production environment

Requirements

• Female

• Late 20s to 30s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

• SAG-AFTRA eligible or union member

• Reliable and available for a one-day shoot

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Background Scale (Commercial)

• $448.70 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime applies after 8 hours

Featured Extra Needed for Vertical Mini-Series

Job Description
A vertical mini-series is casting a featured extra for an upcoming shoot. This on-camera opportunity is ideal for young women looking to gain experience in short-form, vertical storytelling. The role requires a strong on-screen presence and the ability to match a specific visual reference for the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured extra in a vertical mini-series

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance on set

• Support scene continuity and visual storytelling

Requirements

• Female, age 18

• Based in Los Angeles or able to work as a local hire

• Must resemble the provided visual reference

• Comfortable working on camera in a featured background role

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Compensation

• $150 for up to 8 hours of work

Black Infant Needed for Commercial Photo Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a Black infant for an interior photo shoot. This opportunity is open to very young babies and will involve a short, professionally managed shoot designed with infant safety and comfort in mind. The baby will be wrapped in a blue blanket during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a commercial photo shoot

• Be comfortably held or positioned as directed by the production team

• Participate in a short interior shoot environment

Requirements

• Black baby

• Ages 15 days up to 2 months (slightly older may be considered if small)

• Male or female

• Must be comfortable being wrapped in a blanket

• Parent or legal guardian must be available on set

Compensation

• $65 per hour

• Approximately 4 hours of work