Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Marching Band for Featured Background Role in Commercial

Job Description:
A commercial production is casting talented marching band members for a featured background role. The team is ideally seeking a real marching band of 20 or more performers who can play together in sync for playback scenes. This opportunity is perfect for musicians with strong ensemble experience who are ready to bring vibrant energy and visual impact to the screen. Uniformed bands are a plus, especially those with their own Blue & White gear.

Job Responsibilities:
• Perform synchronized marching and playback during filming
• Represent authentic marching band energy in a commercial setting
• Coordinate with production to ensure timing and performance accuracy

Requirements:
• Male and female talent, all ethnicities
• Ages 21–28
• Must play a marching band instrument and have prior marching band experience
• Able to perform cohesively with a group (ideally part of a full marching band)
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, TN area

Compensation:
• $300 for up to 12 hours of work (guaranteed, even if the day is shorter)
• Additional pay available for use of personal instruments and cartage (amount TBD)
• Usage: Full broadcast excluding print, North America, 6 months from first air date

Tailgaters for Featured Background Role in Commercial

Job Description:
A commercial production is now casting featured background talent to portray lively and engaging tailgaters. This role is perfect for individuals with fun, outgoing personalities who are comfortable promoting a high-energy atmosphere. Talent will be part of a commercial scene that captures the excitement of a tailgate party and should be comfortable representing a gambling-themed environment. This shoot offers full-day work with guaranteed pay even if the shoot wraps early.

Job Responsibilities:
• Appear as a featured tailgater in commercial scenes
• Display high energy and enthusiasm while on camera
• Follow direction from the production team and remain camera-ready throughout the day

Requirements:
• Male and female talent, all ethnicities
• Ages 25–55 (must be at least 25 years old)
• Must have a big personality and enjoy being in a crowd setting
• Comfortable with promoting a gambling site theme
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, TN area

Compensation:
• $300 for up to 12 hours of work (guaranteed even if under 12 hours)
• Usage: Full broadcast excluding print, North America, 6 months from first air date

Son Role for Streaming Series

Job Description:
A new streaming series is casting a young boy to play the role of a son in an intimate, family-centered scene. This is a great opportunity for young talent with strong expressions and natural charisma. The role will pair the child actor with an adult portraying the mother in a short, emotionally grounded moment. Real mother-son duos are encouraged to submit together but individual talent is also welcome.

Job Responsibilities:
• Perform in a scripted scene alongside an adult actor portraying the mother
• Take direction well and deliver authentic reactions
• Participate professionally in a family-oriented shoot

Requirements:
• Male child actor aged 9–13
• Outgoing personality with on-camera confidence
• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area or willing to work as a local hire
• Parent or guardian must accompany the child on set
• Preferably part of a real mother-son duo (not required)

Compensation:
• $100 for 10 hours of work
• Payment via direct deposit

Mother Role for Streaming Series

Job Description:
A streaming series is now casting a female actor to portray a mother in an emotionally grounded family scene. This role offers a meaningful on-camera moment within a high-quality production. Ideal for actors with a natural, maternal presence who can convey warmth and authenticity. Real mother-son duos are encouraged to submit together, but individual submissions are welcome.

Job Responsibilities:
• Portray a mother in a scripted scene with a child actor
• Deliver genuine, emotional performance in a family setting
• Take direction well and collaborate professionally on set

Requirements:
• Female talent aged 30–40
• Strong on-screen presence with natural maternal qualities
• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area or willing to work as a local hire
• Preferably part of a real mother-son duo (not required)
• Comfortable with direct deposit for payment

Compensation:
• $100 for 10 hours of work
• Paid via direct deposit

Crowd and Pedestrian Roles for Streaming Series

Job Description:
A new streaming series is looking for background actors to portray everyday pedestrians in various street and crowd scenes. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in on-set experience with a professional production, offering flexible shoot dates and a quick, efficient filming process. The scenes aim to bring natural city energy to life, and talent will be featured as part of a diverse crowd environment.

Job Responsibilities:
• Appear as a background pedestrian or crowd member in outdoor or indoor scenes
• Follow on-set direction and maintain consistent positioning
• Help bring realism and energy to public setting scenes

Requirements:
• Male and female talent aged 18 and older
• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area or able to work as a local hire
• Comfortable with outdoor or indoor crowd environments
• Must list which day(s) you are available (Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday)
• Comfortable receiving payment via direct deposit

Compensation:
• $100 for 10 hours of work
• Paid by direct deposit

Grandfather Role for Streaming Series

Job Description:
A new streaming project is casting for a grandfather role in an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity for seasoned talent to portray a warm and authentic grandfather figure in a professional production. Shoots are designed to be short and efficient—perfect for actors seeking quick, quality on-set experience without lengthy commitments. If you’re part of a real grandfather and grandson duo, submissions together are welcome and encouraged.

Job Responsibilities:
• Portray a grandfather character in a family-oriented scene
• Follow direction and engage naturally on camera
• Be punctual and professional during filming

Requirements:
• Male talent aged 60–70
• Comfortable working in a small, focused production environment
• Preferably part of a real grandfather-grandson duo (not required)
• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area or able to work as a local hire
• Comfortable receiving payment via direct deposit

Compensation:
• $100 for 10 hours of work
• Paid by direct deposit

Grandson Role for Streaming Series

Job Description:
An upcoming streaming series is now casting a young boy to portray a grandson in a heartfelt family scene. This project is perfect for energetic child actors ready to bring natural charm and authenticity to the screen. Real grandfather and grandson duos are highly encouraged to submit together, though individual submissions are also welcome.

Job Responsibilities:
• Act in a scripted family scene alongside adult talent
• Follow on-set directions with focus and cooperation
• Display genuine reactions and emotions in character

Requirements:
• Male child actor aged 8–13
• Must be outgoing, cooperative, and camera-ready
• Preferably part of a real grandfather-grandson duo (not required)
• Must be local to the Duluth, GA area or willing to work as a local hire
• Parent or guardian must accompany child on set

Compensation:
• $100 for 10 hours of work
• Paid via direct deposit

Job Description
An upcoming horror/thriller short film is casting actors and background performers for a suspenseful project shooting in New York City. The story centers on emotional depth and eerie tension, offering a fantastic opportunity for emerging and experienced talent to work on a paid and credited independent production. Filming will take place toward the end of July.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted scenes as principal or background characters

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Portray emotionally-driven or atmospheric moments depending on the role

• Work professionally on set and maintain continuity between takes

Requirements

• Russian-speaking male and female actors, ages 18–60

• Caucasian male actor, ages 12–18, to play a younger version of the main character (parental approval required)

• Background extras of any ethnicity, ages 18–60

• Must be based in or able to work as a local hire in NYC

• Comfortable working in the horror/thriller genre

Compensation

• Paid roles with full credit

• Meals and transportation provided on shoot days

• Great exposure for indie film portfolios and reels

Youth Performers to Portray High School Students

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for youth performers to play high school students in an upcoming production shooting throughout July. This is a great opportunity for emerging talent to gain on-set experience in a professional environment. No previous acting experience is required—just enthusiasm, reliability, and a believable high school look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school students in background or featured roles

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professional behavior during filming

• Be available for one or multiple filming dates in July

• Collaborate with production crew and other talent on location

Requirements

• Ages 16 to 25

• Must be available for at least one of the scheduled July filming dates

• Must be located in or near Ottawa and surrounding areas

• Open to both union and non-union talent

• No prior experience necessary

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• On-set meals and professional working experience

• Valuable resume credit and exposure to production environments

Background Actors for Cafeteria Staff in Major TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is casting SAG background actors to portray school cafeteria staff in upcoming scenes filming in Los Angeles. This opportunity is ideal for union performers with real-life food service or catering experience, who can bring authenticity to the role. Talent should be comfortable working in a fast-paced set environment and portraying realistic interactions as part of a school lunch team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray cafeteria staff in a realistic school setting

• Follow direction from the background coordinator and director

• Recreate natural food service movements and interactions on camera

• Maintain professionalism and continuity during multiple takes

Requirements

• SAG-AFTRA actors only

• Ages 30–55

• Must have food service or catering experience

• Must be available for tentative work date: Thursday, July 17th

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. with valid I-9 documentation

• Must register with the casting database to be considered

Compensation

• SAG background rate: $224 for 8 hours

• Paid television work with potential for repeat casting

• Great opportunity to build network television credits