Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Male Extras for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking male extras in their 20s to early 30s for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional production. A wardrobe fitting will be required before the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a background extra in the production

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production staff

• Be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s to early 30s

• All ethnicities welcome

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

• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming date

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Asian Male Role as Doctor for Commercial Production

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking an Asian male in his 50s to portray a doctor. This is a non-speaking role that does not require acting experience, making it an excellent opportunity for first-time applicants to gain on-camera experience. Filming will take place in Warwick, Rhode Island.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in a commercial setting

• Deliver a professional and natural on-screen presence

• Follow the production team’s direction during filming

• Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Asian male, 50s

• No prior acting experience required

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Rhode Island

• Comfortable portraying a doctor in a commercial

Compensation

• $250 flat rate

Featured Extra Role as Valet for Music Video/Short Film

Job Description
A music video/short film production is seeking a male featured extra to portray a valet. This role requires light acting to capture a specific character mood and adds comedic personality to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a valet in featured background scenes

• Act naturally to appear bothered and confused as directed

• Work closely with the production team to capture the intended comedic effect

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be comfortable with light acting and expressive reactions

• Wardrobe may be provided or coordinated with production

Compensation

• $75 flat rate

Kids Needed for Regional Commercial – Nashville, TN

Job Description
A regional commercial is seeking kids to work as background actors for a fun, full-day shoot in the Nashville, TN area. This is a great opportunity for outgoing kids to gain on-camera experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various commercial scenes

• Follow directions from the production team to maintain continuity

• Remain on set for the full day with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Male and female kids, ages 5–15

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be outgoing and comfortable on set

• Parent or guardian must stay on set at all times

• Must be a local hire (no travel, transportation, or accommodation provided)

Compensation

• $200 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee for represented talent

• Regional usage, all media, full buyout

Latino/Hispanic Male Stand-In for Film/TV Production

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a Latino/Hispanic male stand-in with prior stand-in experience for an upcoming production in Albuquerque, NM. This is a great opportunity for experienced stand-ins to work closely with the production crew and assist with lighting and camera setups.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Follow crew directions to ensure proper continuity on set

• Maintain availability for scheduled weekday shoots

Requirements

• Latino/Hispanic male

• Height: 5’9”

• Weight: 170–180 lbs

• Must have stand-in experience

• Must be local to Albuquerque, NM

• Available September 29 – October 8 (weekdays only)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate disclosed upon booking)

Casting Call for Neighbor Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking an actor to play a neighbor in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN. This role involves delivering lines while speaking with detectives during a key scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the neighbor character and deliver dialogue naturally

• Follow director’s guidance to create a realistic, dramatic moment

• Be available for scheduled filming time

Requirements

• Black female, 20s–40s

• Comfortable speaking on camera and interacting with detectives in scene

• Must be available at 4:30 PM for filming

Compensation

• $75 flat rate for one scene

Extras for National Dental Company Commercial

Job Description
A well-known national dental company is seeking extras for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity to work on a professional set with quick payment turnaround compared to traditional TV and film projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a commercial shoot

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth filming

• Be available for up to 8-hour shoot days

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Ages 18 to 65

• Must be local to Chicago or suburbs and able to commute

• Submit current color photos (including full body and headshot) showing current hairstyle/facial hair

• No sunglasses; smiles preferred for commercials

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half for overtime

Extras to Play Patrons at Upscale Trattoria

Job Description
A production is seeking fresh faces to portray patrons at an upscale trattoria for an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for performers who have not worked on this production before and want to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in a natural and realistic way

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

• Be punctual and prepared for the shoot day

Requirements

• Performers ages 28+

• Must be a new face (not previously cast in this production)

• Must be comfortable working in a restaurant environment

Compensation

• Paid background extra role

Commercial Casting Call for Non-Speaking Roles

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking men and women ages 10 through 50s of any ethnicity for non-speaking principal roles. This opportunity is open to local talent and does not require prior acting experience, making it ideal for individuals looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming as a principal performer in a commercial

• Take direction from the production team during scenes

• Convey expressions and presence without speaking lines

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 10–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• No acting experience required

• Must be a local resident

• Clear headshot or recent photo (no filters, sunglasses, or hats)

Compensation

• Approximately $400 per day

Casting Call – Plumber’s Assistant Role

Job Description
A studio production is casting background talent to portray plumber’s assistants in a small featured scene. Filming will take place in East Point, GA. This role calls for burly, husky, or chubby builds to match the character’s look.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a plumber’s assistant in a scripted scene alongside cast members

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Contribute to the authenticity of the scene through performance and presence

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male actors only

• Ethnicities being considered: Caucasian, Russian, Indian, Hispanic

• Burly, husky, or chubby body type preferred

• Ages: Open within the requested look

• Must be a new face (not previously filmed for this production)

• Must be available on Monday, 8/25, with a 9:00 AM call time

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours