Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Panelist – Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking background talent for a featured panelist role. This opportunity is ideal for those who want to stand out on screen and contribute to a professional production with a polished and confident presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a panelist in a scripted conference scene

• Maintain a professional and well-dressed appearance throughout filming

• Collaborate with the production team to bring authenticity to the setting

Requirements

• African American women

• Ages 25–40s

• Must present a polished, professional, and well-dressed look

Compensation

• Standard featured background rates apply

Podcast Workers – Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is looking for background talent to portray podcast workers in an upcoming scene. This role is a great opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience and being part of a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as podcast studio workers in featured background scenes

• Work collaboratively with the production team to help create a realistic environment

• Follow direction from the crew to ensure smooth filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 25–40

• Any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable working in a studio setting

Compensation

• Standard background rates apply

Featured Extras Casting – Friends of the Actor

Job Description
Casting male and female extras in their 20s–30s of all ethnicities to portray friends of a lead actor in an upcoming production. These are featured, non-speaking background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as assigned character

• Follow direction to enhance the scene’s authenticity

• Maintain continuity with provided wardrobe and styling

Requirements

• Ages 20s–30s

• All genders and ethnicities

• Must have current hairstyle, cut, and color

• Men must have current facial hair, if applicable

• Cannot have worked on the project during the same or following week

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role

Pianist Casting for Restaurant Scene

Job Description
Casting a pianist to portray a restaurant piano player in an upcoming project. This role is open to performers with strong presence and the ability to embody the atmosphere of a live music setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a pianist in a restaurant setting

• Help create an authentic dining scene atmosphere

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s

• Open ethnicity

• Comfortable portraying a live pianist

Compensation

• $182/12

Extras Casting for New Feature Film

Job Description
Casting extras for a new feature film directed by Courtney Glaude. Production is seeking men and women to portray a variety of roles in scenes set across everyday environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as assigned background role

• Follow direction to support the scene’s authenticity

• Be prepared for long workdays

Requirements

• Ages 18–65+

• All genders and ethnicities

• Must have full-day availability (8–12 hours)

• Roles include police officers, neighbors, teachers, wedding guests, inmates, aerobics class participants, restaurant patrons, servers, office workers, therapists, hospital staff, and hospital visitors

Compensation

• Paid (rate varies depending on role)

Stand-Ins Needed for Upcoming Production

Job Description
Casting stand-ins for an upcoming stage production in Atlanta. Looking for performers with specific looks and builds to fill stand-in roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for main cast during rehearsals and filming

• Follow direction from production team

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality

Requirements

• Caucasian female, 20s–40s

  • Height: 5’4”

  • Slender build, defined facial features

  • Hair can vary (wig provided)

• Caucasian male, 20s–40s

  • Height: 6’2”

  • Athletic or muscular build

  • Brown or light brown hair

Compensation

• Paid interview

Casting Male Dancers for Costume Party Scene

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking talented male dancers to perform in a lively costume party scene. This is a non-union production and will not include choreographed sequences. Performers should bring strong energy and presence to help create an authentic and entertaining environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background dancer in a costume party setting.

• Maintain professionalism and follow on-set direction.

• Deliver natural, engaging movement to match the party atmosphere.

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–28.

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Must have dance experience.

• Must be willing to be clean-shaven if requested.

• Must submit photos in costume for consideration.

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours of work.

Casting Call for Background Extras with Cars and Restaurant Patrons

Job Description
A television production is casting background extras for scenes requiring passersby with cars as well as upscale restaurant patrons. This is a great opportunity for non-union and ACTRA performers to gain on-set experience while contributing to the realism of the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background extras in street and restaurant scenes

• Bring set-appropriate cars for use in production if applicable (bonus provided)

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Ensure professionalism and punctuality during call times

Requirements

• Approximately 20 background actors with cars for passerby scenes

• 15 background actors for upscale restaurant crowd (ages 30s–early 60s)

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• ACTRA and Non-Union performers welcome

• Must not have previously appeared on this series as a detective or DA office role

• If applying with a car, include year/make/color of vehicle

Compensation

• $40 provided for bringing a car

• Standard background actor rates apply

Casting Male Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting male extras to portray characters in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience and work alongside a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a background extra in selected scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity and realism

• Arrive on time and ready for wardrobe fitting and filming

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility during production hours

Requirements

• Male actors, mid-20s to early 30s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to the Illinois area (no travel provided)

• Must be available for a mandatory wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Standard background actor rate (details provided upon selection)

• Wardrobe fitting included in the booking

BBQ Attendees for TX Commercial Spot

Job Description
A Texas commercial spot is casting background actors to portray BBQ attendees. Adults and children are encouraged to submit for this fun opportunity to be part of a lively outdoor scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background attendees in a BBQ setting

• Follow direction from the production team to create a natural and authentic environment

• Be available for the full filming day

Requirements

• Ages 6–75

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be non-union

• Must be available for the scheduled work date

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours