Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Paid Background Extras for New TV Series

Job Description
A new television series filming in Atlanta, Georgia is now casting paid male and female background extras for multiple scene types. Casting directors are seeking dependable talent of all ethnicities, ages 18–60, to portray everyday roles in realistic environments including gyms, restaurants, hospitals, parks, police stations, coffee shops, gas stations, liquor stores, and neighborhood settings.

This background acting opportunity requires full availability on the selected filming date, as shoot days may last 8–12 hours. Talent must be prepared for a professional on-set experience and flexible scheduling, as preliminary call times are to be determined.

If you’re looking to build your on-screen credits and gain experience on a scripted series, this Atlanta casting call offers steady paid work for reliable extras.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in various public setting scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and crew
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Be available for full 8–12 hour workdays
• Arrive on time and camera-ready

Requirements

• Male and female talent
• Ages 18–60
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA
• Open availability for selected filming date
• Comfortable working long production days

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
• Paid background acting role
• Check mailed 2–3 weeks after filming

Young Funeral Goers for Film Scene

Job Description
A production is now casting African American men and women to portray young funeral goers in an upcoming scene filming in Lithonia, Georgia. Casting directors are seeking talent ages 18–25 to play friends of the deceased in an emotional funeral sequence.

This background acting opportunity calls for performers who can bring authenticity and subtle emotion to a somber setting. Talent should be able to portray respectful, supportive friends attending a memorial service. The production is specifically looking for younger funeral attendees to match the storyline.

If you’re an Atlanta-area performer looking to build your on-set experience in a dramatic scene, this paid extras role offers a strong opportunity to work on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a funeral guest in a memorial scene

• Perform natural, subdued background reactions

• Follow direction from assistant directors and crew

• Maintain wardrobe appropriate for a funeral setting

• Remain professional during emotionally driven scenes

Requirements

• African American men and women

• Ages 18–25

• Able to portray friends of the deceased

• Local to Lithonia, GA or able to work as a local hire

• Available for scheduled filming date

• Submit recent photos including a dated image and full-body shot

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Paid background acting role

• On-set experience in a dramatic production

Grocery Store Employees for TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series filming in Wilmington, NC is now casting grocery store employees for an upcoming episode. Production is seeking new background actors to portray staff members in a Florida-set grocery store scene.

This TV casting call requires full availability for two consecutive shoot days. Talent must provide their own appropriate wardrobe options unless otherwise directed. Casting directors are looking for reliable performers who can realistically portray store employees in a busy retail setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grocery store employee in a scripted TV episode

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across scenes

• Provide 2–3 wardrobe options appropriate for store staff

• Work both required filming dates

• Maintain professionalism throughout long shoot days

Requirements

• 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be available for both consecutive filming dates

• New faces encouraged

• Local to Wilmington, NC area

• Comfortable working full-day shoots

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time and a half for overtime after 8 hours

• Paid television background role

Grocery Shoppers for TV Series

Job Description
A television production filming in the Wilmington, NC area is now casting grocery shoppers for an upcoming episode. Casting directors are seeking new faces to portray everyday customers in a grocery store scene set in Florida.

Talent must be available to work both consecutive filming dates. This background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring natural, realistic energy to a busy retail environment. All selected extras must provide their own wardrobe options unless otherwise instructed.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grocery shopper in a retail store setting

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Bring 2–3 wardrobe options suitable for a grocery store scene

• Maintain continuity and professionalism across both shoot days

• Be prepared for an 8+ hour filming day

Requirements

• 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be available for both required filming dates

• New faces encouraged

• Able to work in Wilmington, NC as a local hire

• Comfortable working full production days

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time and a half for hours worked beyond 8

• Paid background acting credit

Delivery Driver for Dairy Commercial

Job Description
A Miami dairy commercial is now casting a male delivery driver for a paid advertising campaign. Production is seeking a man ages 25–40 (or close), open to all ethnicities, to portray a friendly and reliable delivery professional on camera.

This commercial casting call is ideal for talent with strong on-camera presence who can naturally embody an everyday working character. The role will film in South Florida, and talent must be able to work as a local hire. No travel or accommodations will be provided.

If you’re a Miami-based actor ready to step into a commercial role with solid pay, this is a great opportunity to showcase your personality in a brand campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a delivery driver in a dairy commercial

• Perform light acting and natural movement for commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the commercial production team

• Maintain professionalism on set

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–40 (or close)

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to South Florida

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Reliable and available for filming dates

• Able to submit a self-tape audition

Compensation

• $750 rate (minus agency fee if applicable)

• Paid commercial role

• Professional advertising credit

ACTRA Background Roles for Documentary Bistro & Hospital Scenes

Job Description
A documentary-style production is now casting ACTRA Apprentice and Full members for multiple paid background roles filming in Oakville. This casting call is seeking performers to portray upscale casual bistro patrons, attractive servers, shoppers, and non-regular hospital nurses for a Florida-set scene.

Production is looking for diverse, authentic talent in their 30s to 60s who can naturally blend into realistic restaurant and hospital environments. Please note: no repeats from previous specified filming dates and no performers who regularly portray hospital staff on this production.

Shuttle transportation from Kipling Subway is available for those who require it.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale casual bistro patrons in restaurant scenes

• Perform as servers interacting naturally in a dining environment

• Appear as shoppers in background retail moments

• Portray non-regular nurses in hospital scenes set in Florida

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

Requirements

• ACTRA Apprentice or Full members only

• Age range primarily 30s–60s (depending on role)

• Diverse talent encouraged, including:

  • 1 Black female nurse

  • 1 Black male nurse

  • 1 Latina female nurse

• No repeats from previously specified shoot dates

• Must not regularly portray hospital staff on this production

• Available to work in Oakville

• Submit full measurements and union status as requested

• Provide recent photo (and hand photo if submitting as hand double)

Compensation

• Paid ACTRA background rates

• Shuttle available from Kipling Subway

• Professional credit on documentary production

• Opportunity to work in multiple realistic setting scenes

Black Male Performers for “Dreamland” Interior Filming

Job Description
A new production titled Dreamland is now casting Black male performers for an upcoming interior filming project in Toronto. Casting directors are seeking AABP and non-union Black male actors between the ages of 35 and 70 for a paid booking.

This casting call requires performers who meet specific wardrobe and grooming guidelines to match a 1950s-era look. Talent must be comfortable adapting their hairstyle to reflect the time period and appear clean-shaven. This role is ideal for experienced background performers or actors who fit precise sizing and period styling requirements.

Filming will take place in Toronto, with a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in an interior scene for the production Dreamland
• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting
• Follow grooming and styling requirements for a 1950s-era look
• Work collaboratively with the production team on filming days
• Maintain professionalism in an environment that may include atmospheric smoke

Requirements

• Black male performers (AABP or non-union only)
• Ages 35–70
• Must fit a 44–46 jacket
• Cannot exceed 6’2” in height
• Cannot exceed a 46 jacket or 38 waist
• Must be clean-shaven
• Must be willing to receive a 1950s-era haircut
• No visible tattoos
• Comfortable working on an interior set with possible atmospheric smoke

Compensation

• Paid booking for filming days
• Professional on-set experience in a period production
• Work on a Toronto-based film project

Male Bagpipe Player for Sketch Comedy Show

Job Description
A popular sketch comedy show is now casting a male bagpipe player for a paid featured background role. Production is seeking adults who can authentically portray a traditional bagpiper in full character for an upcoming comedy segment.

This television casting call is ideal for performers with real bagpipe experience or those who can convincingly portray a bagpipe player on camera. Traditional uniforms and bagpipes are highly encouraged but not required. The production is looking for strong character presence and the ability to bring visual authenticity to a comedic sketch setting.

Filming will take place in Pomona, California, and selected talent will work as paid background actors in a fast-paced television production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a male bagpipe player in a sketch comedy segment

• Perform or convincingly simulate playing bagpipes on camera

• Wear traditional attire if available (highly encouraged)

• Follow direction from the show’s production and creative team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Adult male talent

• Comfortable portraying a traditional bagpipe player

• Bagpipe experience preferred but not required

• Access to traditional uniform and bagpipes is a plus

• Available for filming in Pomona, CA

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $300 for 8 hours

• Paid featured background role

• Opportunity to appear on a popular sketch comedy show

Background Talent for Christmas Movie “A Christmas Kind of Love”

Job Description
A heartwarming, family-friendly Christmas movie is now casting paid background actors for an upcoming holiday film production. Titled A Christmas Kind of Love, this festive project will film in the New Orleans, Northshore, and Slidell, Louisiana areas.

Casting directors are seeking background talent of various ages to help bring this Christmas movie to life. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors, local performers, and entertainment professionals looking to gain on-set experience in a feature film production. Selected background actors may be contacted throughout the filming period as scenes are scheduled.

If you’re interested in working behind the scenes of a holiday movie and being part of a professional film set, this casting call is open to local Louisiana talent ready to step into the spotlight.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in a Christmas movie production

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

• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate wardrobe as instructed

• Maintain professionalism during filming in various scenes

• Participate in crowd, street, or community holiday scenes as needed

Requirements

• Open to various ages

• Must be local to the New Orleans, Northshore, or Slidell, LA area

• Submit current headshot and full-body photo (no filters or editing)

• Provide full contact information and residency details

• Include height and weight

• List any musical instruments played (if applicable)

• Mention any previous on-set stand-in or background experience (if applicable)

• Ability to work as paid background talent during the production period

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced Christmas film

• Gain valuable on-set experience in a feature movie

Soccer Fans for Commercial – Principal Roles

Job Description
A high-energy commercial casting call is now seeking passionate soccer fans for an upcoming national campaign. Casting directors are looking for authentic MLS and Premier League supporters who live and breathe the game. If you know every chant, cheer, and rivalry by heart and can command a crowd with your team spirit, this is your chance to turn your fandom into a paid on-camera opportunity.

This commercial project is searching for bold personalities who can lead a chant on camera and bring real stadium energy to the screen. Whether you’re a die-hard club supporter or the loudest voice in your supporters’ section, casting professionals want to see your charisma, confidence, and true fan spirit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera as a passionate soccer fan in a commercial shoot

• Lead an authentic team chant with strong energy and personality

• Showcase enthusiasm for MLS or Premier League teams

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Represent genuine fan culture in a high-profile commercial production

Requirements

• Non-union men and women

• Ages 25–50

• Must have strong on-camera presence and high energy

• Deep knowledge of soccer culture, chants, and team spirit

• Comfortable performing enthusiastically in front of a camera

• Able to work as a principal role in a commercial production

Compensation

• $3,600 per day

• Principal role in a commercial campaign