Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actors Needed for Multiple Roles

Job Description
Exciting background opportunities are available for various roles in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for talent of all genders and ethnicities to fill in for multiple filming days. This is a great opportunity for those looking to gain on-set experience or expand their acting resume. If you’re professional, punctual, and ready to be part of a dynamic production, this casting is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray specified background characters as directed (e.g., bargoers, pedestrians, business types)

• Be camera-ready and follow on-set direction

• Be available for a 10–12 hour shoot day

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older (some roles require age 50+)

• Open to all ethnicities and genders

• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area or willing to travel

• For car roles: Vehicles must not be red or white; include a photo and make/model

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

• Must have reliable transportation

Compensation

• $250 per 12-hour day

• Additional $30 bump if submitting your car

Casting Talent for Bank Commercial – Speaking and Non-Speaking Roles

Job Description
A major commercial production is casting for a new bank campaign featuring both speaking and non-speaking roles. This project is seeking everyday individuals to portray bank employees and customers in relatable, authentic scenarios. The shoot will take place over several days, with each selected talent working only one of those days. This is a great opportunity for local talent to appear in a nationally used commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic customer or employee roles in a professional bank setting

• Deliver lines naturally (if selected for a speaking role)

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

• Participate in a brief wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities, ages 20–55

• Real dads with infants or toddlers also encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Pittsburgh (no travel or lodging provided)

• Must be available for a fitting before the shoot

• Include recent photo, name, age, location, phone number, availability, agent info (if applicable), and any prior appearance in a bank commercial

Compensation

• $1,000–$1,500 per day (session + usage)

• Paid wardrobe fitting

Casting Call for Extras to Portray First Responders in Veteran’s Commercial

An upcoming commercial honoring veteran support systems is now seeking extras to portray first responders. This emotionally resonant project will film in Pittsburgh and highlights the strength and service of those who stand alongside veterans. Talent will be needed for one full day of filming, with exact scheduling to be confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first responder (EMT, firefighter, or police officer) in staged commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team to deliver respectful and authentic background performance
• Be available for a full day of filming, including morning, day, and evening

Requirements

• Must be age 25 or older
• Must be fully available for one shoot day between April 9–11
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Pittsburgh
• Open to all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds

Compensation

• $200 for one full shoot day

Casting Call for Male Inmates for TV Series

A hit television series is casting male background actors to portray inmates in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for fresh faces or returning talent who haven’t worked on the show recently. If you’re looking to gain experience on a popular production and can commit to a full shoot day, this could be your shot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background inmate in a correctional facility setting
• Follow direction from the on-set team and maintain character in scene
• Arrive on time and be prepared for a 10–12 hour filming day
• Participate in wardrobe fittings if required

Requirements

• Male, 18 years or older
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must not have previously appeared on the show as a cop, KPD, or CSI
• Must be fully available for the entire shoot day
• Must submit a clear, full-body photo (no selfies, hats, or sunglasses)

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours of work
• Non-union background role
• Fun giveaways and set perks available

Casting Call – Non-Speaking Reporter Role

An upcoming production is seeking a non-speaking reporter for an on-camera role against a green screen. This is a great opportunity for individuals with some acting experience to showcase their presence on screen!

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a “Talking Head” reporter
• Perform pantomime actions to make the scene look real
• Follow on-set direction from production staff

Requirements

• Must be 18+
• Some acting experience preferred
• Comfortable with performing in front of a green screen
• Should not have worked in a small scene previously for this project

Compensation

• Rate: $265/12 hours

Casting Call – Non-Speaking “Angry/Mean Customer” Role

An upcoming production is looking for a non-speaking actor to portray an “Angry/Mean Customer” in a featured scene. This is a great opportunity for those with expressive acting abilities to bring intensity and realism to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an angry customer in a scene with realistic facial expressions and body language
• Follow on-set direction to convey frustration or agitation without speaking
• Work professionally with the production team to create an authentic scene

Requirements

• Male
• Caucasian
• Age range: 50s–60s
• Must not have previously worked in a small scene for this project
• Cannot have been booked as KPD or inmate roles in the production

Compensation

• Rate: $265/12 hours

CONTENT PROVIDER (PART TIME)

REPORTS TO: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER CLASSIFICATION:  NON-EXEMPT Please read first: This is a part time, in-person position, working an average of 29.5 hours/per week. Paid time off is provided. Health benefits are not provided with this position. Application deadline is 4:00 P.M., Friday, October 18, 2025. In addition to uploading a resume and cover letter, each applicant must send samples of published writing, video and audio work to [email protected]. Please include subject line: “content creator samples.” Samples may be provided via attachment or a link to an online portfolio.    NATURE OF WORK:  This is a professional position of an independent nature that requires interacting with every member of the public information team.  The work involves a multitude of communications skills needed to support the public information office’s print and digital communications, special events and community outreach efforts.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes municipal issues, policies, and events online and through social media Writes features for print and online magazine Collects and assembles event information for print and online magazine Produces and edits municipal podcast Produces and edits short video pieces Works with art department on photo selection and video production Serves as weekend and evening online/social media “anchor” for municipal and community events Serves on special events planning team Helps with quality control of all PIO products OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Attends weekly editorial meetings Performs all other work assigned   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES Working knowledge of print production, graphic design, computer hardware, and publication software Knowledge of AP style Working knowledge of video and audio recording and editing software Basic knowledge of local government and Mt. Lebanon community preferred. Good judgment regarding the content, tone, timing and potential impact of public information Excellence in writing for various platforms, verbal communication and multitasking Ability to use Microsoft Office, WordPress, social media platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, photography/Photoshop Ability to work as a communicative member of a team Ability to meet deadlines EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in communications field preferred Experience in basic photography, audio recording and editing and videography ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS Sedentary – Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Fingering – Working primarily with fingers, some handling and moving of hand and arms. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to co-workers or to the public. Near Acuity – Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Color Vision – Ability to identify and distinguish colors. Hearing – perceiving the nature of sounds. RESUMES, COVER LETTERS AND WORK SAMPLES CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228, ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.    Mt. Lebanon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment based on competence, merit, performance, and business needs. We are committed to valuing the diversity of all individuals without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other classification protected by law.  Reasonable accommodations for the needs of qualified applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office at 412-343-3625 or [email protected].