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Latinx Background Actors for 1970s Mexican Cantina Short Film

Job Description
An independent short film is casting paid Latinx background actors to bring an authentic 1970s Mexican cantina setting to life in Atlanta, Georgia. Production is looking for real presence and character—no acting experience required—just people who naturally fit the look, spirit, and cultural authenticity of a working-class cantina community. Scenes will feature miners, villagers, and couples socializing, dancing, and gathering in a lively cantina environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mexican cantina locals in a late-1970s village setting with natural, lived-in energy.

• Follow on-set direction for background movement, timing, and continuity.

• Participate in realistic cantina activities such as socializing, drinking, talking, and reacting naturally.

• For selected roles, dance naturally with a partner in a close, jukebox-style vibe.

Requirements

• Latinx adults 18+.

• Must be comfortable wearing 1970s period-appropriate clothing (wardrobe must match the setting).

• Must be able to portray authentic Mexican villagers with expressive, lived-in presence.

• Must be fully available for both listed work days (may work one or both).

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours (paid).

Compliance Officer Featured Background Role for TV Series (New Faces Only)

Job Description
A television series is casting director-selected featured background talent to portray a Compliance Officer in a scene filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a paid, featured background opportunity for performers who can deliver a polished, professional, and authoritative presence on camera. Talent must be local to Atlanta—travel, transportation, and accommodations are not provided. New faces only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a compliance officer in featured background action with a professional, controlled presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during filming.

• Maintain a clean, conservative, camera-ready appearance throughout the shoot day.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe and production standards for a law-enforcement style role.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40 (all ethnicities).

• Height range 5’7”–5’10”.

• Clean-cut, conservative, in good physical shape; professional law-enforcement type.

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can obtain a tattoo release).

• Must be a new face (do not apply if already scheduled/worked in the specified block).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid).

Mobster Background Actor for TV Series (New Faces Only)

Job Description
A television series is casting new face background talent to portray a mobster type in a scene filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a paid background role for performers who can bring an intimidating, tough-looking presence on camera. Talent must be able to work as a local hire—travel, transportation, and accommodations are not provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mobster-style character in background action for a scripted TV scene.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Maintain a serious, intimidating presence throughout takes.

• Work professionally with wardrobe and production standards.

Requirements

• Male background actor, ages 30–60.

• Height range 5’7”–5’10”.

• New York Italian type with a tough, intimidating look.

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can get a tattoo artist to sign a release form).

• Must be a new face (do not submit if already scheduled/worked in the specified block/scene).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid).

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable).

African American Male Actor for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting an African American male actor for an on-camera role filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The team is seeking talent who can closely match the reference images provided by production and deliver a natural, confident on-camera performance during a standard shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in a commercial scene with a natural, believable presence.

• Follow direction from the director and production team for blocking and performance adjustments.

• Maintain professionalism on set and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Work efficiently within an 8–10 hour production schedule.

Requirements

• African American male actor.

• Must be able to resemble the reference images provided by production.

• Comfortable working on a commercial set environment.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

Compensation

• $350 (paid).

• Estimated shoot length: 8–10 hours (exact call time TBD).

Lead Female Model for R&B Music Video (Love Interest Role)

Job Description
An Atlanta-based R&B music video is casting one lead female model to play the artist’s love interest. The production is looking for a model with great energy on camera who can look natural while moving to the music and helping sell the chemistry in performance-style scenes. This is a paid, short shoot and is open to all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the love interest in a lead role for an R&B music video.

• Move naturally on camera and vibe to the song during performance and scene setups.

• Bring strong on-camera energy, facial expression, and believable chemistry in shots.

• Arrive hair and makeup ready and follow simple direction on set.

Requirements

• Female model, ages 18–25.

• All ethnicities welcome.

• Must be comfortable playing a love interest role on camera.

• Must be hair and makeup ready.

• Must have multiple outfit options available, including:

  • A black dress

  • A black or white jumpsuit

  • A casual outfit

  • A white shirt with jeans

  • An extra casual outfit in black, white, or blue

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

Compensation

• $175 (paid).

Pedestrian Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray pedestrians in a police-station area scene filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is perfect for new faces who can bring natural, everyday movement and realistic street atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in background action to help build realistic street and public-setting moments.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a natural, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette.

• Work smoothly with production regarding holding, staging, and resets.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Detective Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray detectives for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is for talent who can bring a believable, professional law-enforcement presence to a police-station setting and take direction well on a fast-moving set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in background action for police station scenes.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a camera-ready, professional presence and stay in character during takes.

• Work with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s look and requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Police Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray police officers for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This is a great opportunity for new faces to join a professional set, work with a strong crew, and appear in police-station sequences that help build the realism of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background action for a police station scene.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence and remain in character during takes.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Praise Dancers – Netflix Feature Film

Job Description
A new Netflix film is seeking talented praise dancers to appear in a heartfelt production that celebrates faith, movement, and community. This opportunity is perfect for experienced dancers who specialize in praise or liturgical styles and can bring expressive emotion and authenticity to the screen. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed praise dance routines during filming

• Work closely with the director and choreographer to capture genuine, soulful performances

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming

• Follow on-set directions to ensure smooth coordination within the scene

Requirements

• African American men and women, ages 18 and older

• Must have prior praise dance or liturgical dance experience

• Available for filming on the specified date in Atlanta, GA

• Must provide clear, recent photos and basic personal details for submission

Compensation

• $225 for 12 hours

Child Background Actors – Scary Movie 6 (Non-Union Paid)

Job Description
The feature film Scary Movie 6 is now seeking experienced child actors for featured background roles. This highly anticipated installment of the iconic comedy-horror franchise will film in Atlanta, GA, and will feature scenes that combine humor, suspense, and classic Scary Movie-style satire. Young performers will appear in interior mall scenes reacting to staged moments of chaos and surprise.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters reacting naturally to thrilling or comedic situations.

• Follow direction from the production team to express appropriate emotions such as fear, shock, or curiosity.

• Participate in interior mall scenes under professional supervision.

• Maintain focus and professionalism during long shoot hours.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 9–15, all genders and ethnicities welcome.

• Must have prior acting or background experience (film, TV, or theater).

• Comfortable performing in scenes with simulated violence or mild horror elements.

• Not suitable for first-time performers or those sensitive to frightening content.

• Parent or guardian must accompany the minor on set.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours, with time and a half after 8 hours.

• 10-hour maximum filming day.

• Paid, non-union background role.

• Meals and on-set accommodations provided.