Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Newborn Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
Casting newborn babies ages 15 days to 1 month for a paid background role in a major television series. Production is seeking single babies or twins to portray the newborn child of a principal character. No experience is required—this is an excellent opportunity for families with very young infants who are comfortable being on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newborn in a hospital setting

• Remain calm and comfortable during filming with support from a parent or guardian

• Follow simple on-set instructions provided to guardians

• Participate in interior hospital scene as required

Requirements

• Single babies or twins ages 15 days to 1 month

• Caucasian appearance to match principal actor

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

• Parent or guardian must accompany the baby on set

Compensation

• $300 for single babies

• $350 for twins (each)

Productivity App Commercial – Background Talent

Job Description
Casting energetic performers for a Gen Z–focused productivity app commercial filming in Los Angeles. Production is looking for men who can confidently perform backflips and women with yoga skills to bring dynamic movement and personality to this fast-paced, youthful campaign. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform physical movement such as backflips or yoga poses on camera

• Bring upbeat, expressive energy suited for a Gen Z commercial

• Follow direction from the creative team during filming

• Participate in background scenes as needed

• Be punctual and prepared for call times once released

Requirements

• Men who can do backflips

• Women who can do yoga

• All ethnicities

• Ages 18–35

• Must be local to Los Angeles

Compensation

• $100 for 6 hours

Vertical Micro Drama Series – Background Talent

Job Description
Casting background talent for an upcoming vertical micro drama series filming in Atlanta. Production is seeking a variety of individuals to help bring the world of the story to life. These roles will appear in office scenes, restaurant environments, and general atmosphere moments that support the main cast. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain on-set experience and build their resume.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters naturally within office or public settings

• Follow direction from the AD team to match scene tone and movement

• Maintain continuity throughout takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a full shoot day

• Work professionally around principal actors and production crew

Requirements

• All genders, all ethnicities

• Ages 18–60

• Must be local to Atlanta

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working in a professional production environment

Compensation

• Paid background role

Holiday Film – Extras (Families, Adults, Couples)

Job Description
Casting extras for a holiday film shooting in Orlando, Florida. Production is seeking real families with kids, individual adults, and real couples to participate in festive, theme-park style scenes. Talent will bring joyful, natural reactions while riding attractions and participating in holiday-themed moments. This opportunity is ideal for performers who enjoy lively environments and family-focused filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in background scenes with authentic, upbeat reactions

• Engage naturally in ride and park-style environments

• Follow direction from the production team

• Work as a local hire in Orlando

• Maintain professionalism during long shooting days, including possible overnight work

Requirements

• Real families with kids ages 7–15

• Individual adults

• Real couples

• Must be legal to work in the U.S.

• Must provide documentation for payment

• Must work as a local (no travel provided)

Compensation

• $150 per 10-hour day

Baby for Commercial (12–14 Months)

Job Description
Casting a baby ages 12–14 months for a principal role in an upcoming commercial shooting in Miami. Production is looking for an expressive child with a cute, energetic presence who can comfortably bounce or show lively movement on camera. This is a non-union project and requires local Miami talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in commercial scenes with natural, expressive reactions

• Follow gentle direction from the production team with parent assistance

• Bring lively, age-appropriate movement to camera

• Attend a scheduled fitting if selected

• Arrive prepared and comfortable for shoot days

Requirements

• Baby ages 12–14 months

• Any gender

• Any ethnic appearance

• Cute and expressive personality

• Must work as a Miami local (no travel provided)

• Full availability for listed shoot dates

Compensation

• $350 for 4 hours

Featured Family Photo Shoot – Caucasian Son

Job Description
Casting talent for a featured still photo shoot in the Chicago area. Production is looking for individuals to portray the family of a male actor, specifically seeking a Caucasian son in his mid-20s to 30s. This is a paid opportunity for talent who can bring natural warmth, relatability, and family-friendly energy to a professional photoshoot. Talent must work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a featured still photo session

• Take direction from the photographer and creative team

• Bring natural expressions and believable family energy to the shoot

• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to the shoot date

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared with wardrobe details if requested

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Ages mid-20s to mid-30s

• Blonde, red, or brown hair

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding IL border states

• Must be available for the fitting and shoot date

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Wardrobe fitting: $40

Jail Scene Background Talent

Job Description
Casting background actors for a jail visitor scene filming in Wilmington, NC. Production is seeking a variety of individuals to portray deputies, prisoners, attorneys, and prison visitors. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring realism, subtle emotion, and strong character presence to a dramatic setting. Pay is guaranteed for 8 hours, with overtime provided after the 8th hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles with believable, grounded behavior

• Follow direction from the on-set team to match the tone of the scene

• Provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines if selected

• Maintain professionalism and be prepared for a full-day shoot

• Work well within a group, including families and paired submissions when applicable

Requirements
Sheriff Deputies

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Real-world law enforcement experience preferred but not required

Male Prisoners

• Male, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Character faces encouraged

Prison Visitors (Singles & Families)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Kids ages 8–13, adults ages 18+

• Family groups of 2–3 welcome

Attorneys

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Must provide your own professional attire

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours

Job Description
A feature film shooting in Queens, New York is seeking background extras to portray pedestrians and onlookers in an outdoor neighborhood scene. Talent will help bring authenticity and energy to the environment by naturally interacting with the space and reacting to scene activity. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working on set and contributing to a lively street atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a pedestrian/onlooker in outdoor street scenes

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity in appearance and positioning throughout filming

• Bring natural, everyday energy to the environment

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–65

• Non-union

• Must have full-day availability

• Comfortable being on set and following direction

Compensation

• Paid background role

Nail Salon Customers – Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking women to portray nail salon customers in lively beauty shop scenes. Talent will help create a natural, everyday environment as background patrons during conversations and beauty routines. This is a great opportunity for women who can bring authentic energy and natural reactions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a nail salon customer in background scenes

• Follow simple direction for natural movements and interactions

• Maintain continuity in appearance and positioning

• Bring relaxed, everyday energy suitable for a salon setting

Requirements

• Women, all ethnicities

• Ages 18+

• Comfortable appearing in beauty-focused scenes

• Professional, reliable, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Standard background rate provided by production

• Feature film role for “Growing Pains”

Bakery Patrons – Background Roles

Job Description
A new Netflix film is casting background talent to portray everyday bakery patrons in warm, lively café scenes. Talent will help create an authentic, cozy atmosphere by appearing as regular customers enjoying the environment. This is a great opportunity for those comfortable on camera and interested in working on a major film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a natural bakery customer in various café scenes

• Follow direction for movement, blocking, and continuity

• Interact subtly with the environment to enhance realism

• Maintain a clean, everyday look suitable for a bakery setting

• If booked with a car, follow specific instructions regarding vehicle appearance and placement

Requirements

• Any ethnicity, ages 18+

• Comfortable performing non-verbal background acting

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

• No red or white vehicles if booked with a car

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• Rate: $175 for 12 hours

• Car bump: $35 (if booked with vehicle)