Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured Background Casting: Racing Official Male (TV Series)

Job Description
A hit television series is casting featured background talent to appear as a racing official in an upcoming scene. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent who can bring authentic presence and professionalism to a director-selected role. If you’re comfortable around horses and can work confidently on a fast-paced set, this featured extra role is a great addition to your on-camera credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a racing official as featured background in a scripted TV series scene

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

• Maintain continuity (wardrobe, movement, positioning) across multiple takes

• Work safely and professionally around horses and active set environments

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 50–60

• Must be local to the Atlanta area (no travel or accommodations provided)

• Comfortable around horses

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (or able to meet production requirements)

• Must be available for both a fitting and a filming day if selected

Compensation

• $168.00 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Background Actors as Digging Volunteers (African American, 18+)

Job Description
A scripted production is casting African American background actors to portray digging volunteers in upcoming scenes. This paid background role is a great opportunity for local talent who can follow direction, work well on a busy set, and bring realistic, community-scene energy on camera. If you’re available for scheduled shoot days and comfortable with light physical activity, this is a solid booking to add to your credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a digging volunteer in a scripted scene as background talent

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Perform light physical actions related to the role as needed

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• African American men and women, ages 18+

• Must be able to work locally in Conyers, GA

• Comfortable with light physical activity for the scene

• Available for scheduled filming days if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Additional $20 “dig bump”

Extras for Car Commercial

Job Description
A paid commercial project is seeking background actors (extras) for a car commercial shooting in Houston, Texas. This is a great opportunity for local talent ready to work on a professional set and bring natural, everyday energy to on-camera background scenes. Multiple shoot days are expected, so flexible availability is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in car commercial scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Stay professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the workday

• Work comfortably in a busy production environment

Requirements

• Ages 18–60, all genders and all ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Houston, Texas (no travel provided)

• Reliable availability for multiple shoot days

• Comfortable working a full-day commercial shoot schedule

Compensation

• $350–$400 per day

• Paid background acting opportunity

TV Commercial Background Talent (Film Crew Extras)

Job Description
A paid, non-union casting opportunity is seeking background talent to portray a film crew in a behind-the-scenes style TV commercial. This is a great gig for performers who can take direction, stay in character, and bring natural on-set energy to a commercial production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray film crew background extras in a BTS-style TV commercial
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during multiple takes
• React naturally and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and production timelines

Requirements

• Ages 20–45
• Comfortable working as background talent in a TV commercial setting
• Able to work on location in Hamden, Connecticut (outside New Haven)
• Reliable, professional, and able to work a late-night call time

Compensation

• $400 flat rate (approx. 8 hours)
• Hotel provided for NYC-based talent (night of shoot)
• Shuttle and/or mileage reimbursement available
• Local talent (within 45 minutes of Hamden) will not receive a hotel, but mileage is still provided

Music Video Crowd Extras Needed (All Genders, Ages 18–40)

Job Description
A music video production is hiring paid extras to be part of a high-energy crowd scene for an upcoming shoot in London. This music video extras casting is looking for all genders, ages 18–40, who can bring natural excitement and strong on-camera presence. It’s a great fit for talent building credits in background acting, with a fun set environment and catering provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crowd member with realistic reactions, movement, and energy

• Follow direction from the on-set team for timing, placement, and resets

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a busy music video setting

• Work professionally and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot window

Requirements

• Ages 18–40, all genders welcome

• Must be based in London and able to work as a local hire

• Comfortable working in a lively crowd environment for repeated takes

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction quickly

Compensation

• Paid role (rate details provided if selected)

• Catering provided on set

NY/NJ Babies Needed for Women’s Health Commercial (0–6 Months)

Job Description
A women’s health commercial casting is seeking NY/NJ local babies to appear in a commercial project. The role is open to any gender, specifically Black or Hispanic infants ages 0–6 months. This opportunity welcomes SAG-AFTRA and non-union submissions, and selected families should be comfortable participating in a simple, baby-focused shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial filming day with a parent/guardian on set

• Follow basic on-set direction with parent/guardian support

• Arrive prepared and available for the full scheduled timeframe

Requirements

• Babies ages 0–6 months

• Black or Hispanic

• Any gender

• Must be local to NY/NJ (or able to work as a local hire)

• Parent/guardian must be available to accompany the baby as required

Compensation

• Pay details provided to selected families

Residents With Cars Needed for Background Role (All Ages, All Ethnicities)

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women to portray residents with cars for a background scene. This background acting casting is open to all ethnicities and all ages and is ideal for local talent who can bring a natural neighborhood vibe on camera. Vehicles must meet the color requirement, and performers should be comfortable having their car featured as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a resident in a neighborhood-style background scene

• Have your vehicle present and camera-ready for filming as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time and be prepared for standard production hours

Requirements

• Men and women of all ages and ethnicities

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

• Must have a vehicle that is not red, black, or white

• Must be able to provide vehicle details if selected (year, color, make, model)

• Must be able to provide a clear photo of your car

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• $35 car bump

Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Adults 18+)

Job Description
A production is seeking adult basketball spectators to appear in a high-energy game-day crowd scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, for talent who can deliver natural reactions—cheering, clapping, and watching the action—while following direction across multiple takes. Some selected performers may also be placed as game-day roles like coaches or referees, depending on scene needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball game spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for timing, energy, and resets across multiple takes

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe and positioning throughout the scene

• Be flexible if assigned a game-related role (coach/referee) if needed

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must apply as an adult (not connected to a minor submission)

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Kids and Family Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Kids 8–13 + Parents)

Job Description
A production is seeking kids and families to portray basketball spectators at a high school game. This family background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, looking for kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians to appear in crowd scenes with natural reactions. Talent should be comfortable working in a busy, high-energy environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray spectators in a basketball game crowd with natural reactions

• Follow on-set direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Each person must have a separate account and unique email address to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Teenage Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Ages 14–18)

Job Description
A production is seeking teenage basketball spectators to portray students and friends attending a high school basketball game. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger). Talent should be comfortable working in a crowded, high-energy environment with realistic reactions and repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game setting

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ who can portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Minors may be booked with or without parents, but each minor must have a separate account and unique email to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours