Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

High School Cheer Team Dancers Needed for Basketball Game Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking a high school cheer team (dancers) for a large-scale basketball game scene. This cheerleader casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ if playing younger). Talent with real dance and/or cheerleading experience is strongly preferred, and similar performance backgrounds may also be considered. Performers must be comfortable working in a high-energy crowd environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cheer/dance-style routines and crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction from the on-set team for timing, formation, and energy

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game-day setting

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

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Actual dance and/or cheerleading experience preferred (similar experience may be accepted)

• Must be able to participate as a team or as individuals with relevant experience

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and be available for fitting/wardrobe guidelines if selected

• Must be reliable and 100% available on the scheduled workday

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Teen Background Actors Needed for Outdoor Student Scene (Ages 16–19)

Job Description
A production is seeking male and female teen background actors (all ethnicities, ages 16–19) for an outdoor paid student scene. This teen extras casting opportunity is ideal for performers who can look like real students on camera and follow direction on a fast-paced set. Local talent in Chicago and surrounding areas is needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in an outdoor scene with natural, believable behavior

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared to work outdoors

• Work professionally with the background team throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 16–19, male and female, all ethnicities encouraged

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago and surrounding areas (IL only)

• Must provide recent color photos showing current hairstyle and overall look

• Grooming guidelines (as required for this scene):

  • Current hairstyle/color/cut must match photos

  • No beards, no mustaches

  • No headshots only (must include clear current photos)

  • No sunglasses photos, no hats

  • Photos must not crop off hair/head at the edge of the image

• On-set experience is welcome but not required

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Lunch provided if working the full day

Male Extras Needed for Soccer Commercial

Job Description
A soccer commercial casting is seeking male background actors in the Austin, Texas area who are comfortable playing soccer on camera. This extras casting opportunity is for local talent only, with no travel provided. Ideal for performers who can move naturally in soccer gear and bring authentic energy to a sports-focused shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a soccer player/extra in a commercial scene

• Play soccer comfortably on camera during filming

• Follow on-set direction and repeat action for multiple takes

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, movement, and positioning

Requirements

• Male talent, approximately ages 16–25

• Must be comfortable playing soccer

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction

Compensation

• $350 flat rate

• 20% agency fee

Spray Paint Student Background Role (Experienced Artists Only)

Job Description
A production is seeking experienced spray paint artists to portray spray paint students in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is best suited for talent with real-world experience using spray paint (graffiti, murals, street art, or similar). Selected talent should be comfortable being featured as an artist in a classroom-style setting and bringing authentic creative energy on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a spray paint student in a realistic, natural way

• Participate in scene action that reflects real artistic practice

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared and ready to work professional production hours

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be an experienced spray paint artist (previous work required)

• Must be comfortable having work reviewed as part of the selection process

• Must be able to provide and wear own wardrobe if requested by production

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours

Male Soccer Players Needed for Major Auto Brand Background Shoot

Job Description
A major auto brand commercial is seeking male soccer players ages 16–20 (all ethnicities) for a background acting opportunity in Austin, TX. Talent does not need to be professional—any level of soccer experience is welcome, as long as performers are comfortable wearing soccer gear and playing soccer on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a soccer player in a commercial background scene

• Wear soccer wardrobe and move naturally on camera

• Play soccer comfortably during filming as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 16–20

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Must be comfortable playing soccer on camera

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

• Minors must be able to work with a parent/guardian as required by production

Compensation

• $350 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee

Community Center Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray community center employees and volunteers in a scripted scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is ideal for performers who can bring a natural, grounded presence to a realistic community setting. The scene includes themes related to addiction counseling, so comfort with the subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a community center employee or volunteer in a realistic manner

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Interact naturally within the scene environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and camera-ready

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable appearing in a scene that references addiction counseling

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Pay rate details provided to selected talent

College Professor Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking talent to portray college professors for an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 25+, and is ideal for performers who can deliver a polished, scholarly on-camera presence. Talent should be comfortable wearing their own wardrobe, since a professional academic look will be needed for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor with a believable, professional presence

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate wardrobe as requested

• Work efficiently in a classroom or campus-style environment

Requirements

• Ages 25+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Should have a scholarly, professional look

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe (academic/professional attire)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Rate details provided to selected talent

College Student Background Roles (With Bikes)

Job Description
A production is seeking college students with bicycles for a scene featuring students riding on camera. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is ideal for talent who can confidently ride a bike while carrying a backpack. Performers should be comfortable taking direction and repeating simple action for multiple takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in a realistic, natural way on camera

• Ride a bicycle safely during the scene as directed

• Repeat basic movement/action for multiple takes while maintaining continuity

• Follow on-set direction and arrive prepared and camera-ready

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have a bicycle and be comfortable riding it on camera

• Must be able to ride in the scene while wearing a backpack

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Rate details provided to selected talent

• $20 prop bump (if selected)

Background Actors Needed for “Chicago Fire” (All Ethnicities, 20s–60s)

Job Description
A production is seeking male and female background actors (all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s) for a TV extras casting opportunity on Chicago Fire. Filming will take place in Chicago on the North Side, outdoors. This is a great fit for local talent looking for background acting jobs and on-set experience on a major TV series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor/background character in outdoor TV scenes

• Follow direction from the background team and maintain continuity

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and ready to work outdoors

• Provide a natural, believable on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s

• Must be able to work as a local in Chicago and surrounding areas (IL only)

• Must be comfortable filming outdoors on the North Side of Chicago

• If you have not worked in the past two weeks and are not currently scheduled, you may be prioritized

• Must be able to provide recent photos and basic stats if selected

Compensation

• Pay rate will be provided to selected talent

Male Background Actors Needed as “Lab Rat Workers” (ACTRA/AABP Only)

Job Description
A scripted TV series is seeking ACTRA/AABP union male background actors to portray Lab Rat Workers in controlled, story-driven scenes. This union background acting opportunity is looking for professional performers in their 30s who can follow direction and bring a believable on-set presence. Non-union talent will not be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lab worker background role with natural, realistic behavior

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for professional set conditions

• Use the required shuttle transportation to and from the studio as directed

Requirements

• Must be ACTRA/AABP (union only)

• Male talent only

• Age range: 30s (does not need to be scruffy)

• Must be able to work as a local in Mississauga

• Must be comfortable using the required shuttle from Kipling (Kiss and Ride) to the Mississauga studio

Compensation

• Union rate (details provided upon booking)