Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Family of 4 (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting a family of four for background extra work in an upcoming scene. Production is seeking a believable family unit—two adults and two kids—who can bring natural interaction, warm chemistry, and authentic reactions on camera. You don’t have to be a real family, but you should be comfortable working together as one in a period setting. This is a paid background opportunity for local talent ready to follow direction and help build a lived-in world on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family of four in background scenes with natural movement and realistic reactions.

• Interact comfortably as a family unit (walking together, light conversation actions, staying close).

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance for wardrobe and scene continuity.

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Must be a group of four: two adults and two children who can portray a cohesive family.

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

• Comfortable filming in a period setting; wardrobe guidelines and/or fitting may apply.

• Parent/guardian coordination required for minors as applicable.

• Reliable availability and ability to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per person per day.

Short Order Cooks (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting short order cooks for background extra work in an upcoming diner/kitchen scene. Production is seeking white men ages 30–70 who can bring believable kitchen energy—focused movement, natural reactions, and a grounded on-camera presence. Real cooking or restaurant experience is a plus, but not required. If you can take direction and look authentic behind the grill, this is a great paid extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a short order cook with realistic kitchen movement and natural reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Handle basic kitchen props as directed (spatula, towels, plates, etc.).

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background talent on set.

Requirements

• White men, ages 30–70 (or able to portray).

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

• Comfortable portraying kitchen/diner staff in a period setting.

• Cooking/restaurant experience helpful but not required.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Local Artists (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting local artists for background extra work, portraying painters attending an event. This is a paid opportunity for white men and women ages 30–70 who can bring a believable creative presence on camera. If you have an artistic vibe, can follow direction, and want experience on a professional set, this background role is a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a painter/artist at an event with natural reactions and realistic behavior.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Use simple business (handling props, mingling, observing) as directed to support the scene.

• Stay camera-ready and maintain consistency in look and actions across setups.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White men and women, ages 30–70 (or able to portray).

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

• Comfortable portraying an artist/painter in a period setting.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

1960s Couples (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting 1960s couples for background extra work. Production is seeking white men and women, ages 18+, to portray couples in authentic period scenes. You do not need to be a real-life couple, but you must be comfortable performing as one on camera, including natural interaction like holding hands and being around one another. This is a great paid extra opportunity for talent ready to bring believable chemistry and a polished, era-appropriate look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable 1960s couple in background scenes with natural reactions and movement.

• Interact comfortably with your scene partner (holding hands, standing close, casual conversation actions).

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance for wardrobe and scene continuity.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work in a period set environment.

Requirements

• White men and women, ages 18+ (must be able to portray).

• Must be comfortable acting as a couple with another performer (real couples not required).

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

• Clean-shaven or mustache-only looks may be preferred for period accuracy.

• Natural hair colors preferred; visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Bus Stop Patrons (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting bus stop patrons for background extra work. Production is seeking men and women (18+) of all ethnicities who can help create a natural, lived-in street scene with authentic reactions and realistic movement. If you’re reliable, camera-ready, and comfortable taking direction on set, this is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional film/TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bus stop patron in background scenes with natural behavior and believable reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout the filming day.

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Provide accurate sizes for wardrobe/costume needs if requested.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

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

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

• Comfortable being filmed in a busy set environment.

• Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

1960s Savannah Pedestrians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting 1960s Savannah pedestrians for background extra work. Production is seeking Black men and women ages 18–80 who can help create an authentic street atmosphere with natural, camera-ready movement and reactions. If you have a classic look and can follow direction on set, this is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional period film/TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1960s-era pedestrian in street scenes with natural movement and realistic reactions.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a period-appropriate look and stay consistent across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work in a professional set environment.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe/costume needs.

Requirements

• Black men and women, ages 18–80.

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

• Clean-shaven or mustache-only looks preferred (period-appropriate).

• Natural hair colors preferred; visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered.

• Comfortable wearing 1960s-style wardrobe provided or assigned by costume.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Featured Firefighter Role: Clean-Shaven Men with Short Hair (TV Series)

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting featured background talent to portray a firefighter (real firefighter experience welcome, but not required). Production is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair, ages 20s–30s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid, non-speaking featured role with a higher rate than standard background, and a wardrobe fitting is expected. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can bring confident, professional presence on camera, this is a great featured extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured firefighter on camera with believable movement and professional presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during takes and resets.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain attentive, camera-ready, and professional during long shoot days.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe and attend fitting if required.

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Ages 20s–30s (or able to portray).

• Comfortable with a non-speaking featured role and long filming days.

• Must not submit on-set wardrobe photos; submit recent, clear photos only.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours (featured pay rate).

Union Male Talent Needed for TV Comedy Series (New Faces)

Job Description
A TV comedy series is casting new faces for union background roles in an upcoming shoot. Production is seeking two white male performers in their early to mid-20s with a hockey/jock type look. This is a great opportunity for ACTRA talent looking to book professional on-camera work and gain experience on a scripted comedy set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters with natural, believable reactions in scripted scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes.

• Arrive on time, stay camera-ready, and remain professional throughout the day.

• Work respectfully with cast, crew, and other background performers on set.

Requirements

• White male talent, early to mid-20s (or able to portray).

• Hockey/jock type look preferred.

• ACTRA union members only.

• Must be a new face (not previously used on this series).

• Must have current photos (chest-up and full-length) and be reliable and punctual.

Compensation

• Paid union background role (rate provided per ACTRA agreement upon selection).

TV Series Background Extras: Clean-Shaven Men & Women for “White Shirt” Roles

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring background actors for “White Shirt” roles. Casting is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair and women, ages 40s to 60s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid extra opportunity for local talent who can work professionally on set, follow direction, and arrive wardrobe-ready. A wardrobe fitting may be required, and production needs submissions ASAP for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in “White Shirt” scenes with natural, believable reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe (white shirt) and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain camera-ready, attentive, and professional during long shoot days.

• Communicate clearly with production about prior work on the series (if applicable).

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Men: clean-shaven with short hair; Women: camera-ready appearance.

• Ages 40s to 60s; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting if requested.

• Must be comfortable with non-speaking extra work and long filming days.

• Do not submit photos taken on set in wardrobe (professional/personal photos only).

Compensation

• $132 for 8 hours (non-speaking background rate).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Vertical Drama Series Casting: Non-Union Actors with European Look

Job Description
A vertical drama series is now casting non-union male and female actors (18+) for several roles. Production is seeking talent with a European look and strong on-camera presence for short-form, vertical storytelling. If you can deliver natural, emotionally believable performances and take direction well, this is a great opportunity to build credits in scripted digital series work.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes designed for vertical/phone-format viewing.

• Take direction from the creative team and adjust performance quickly between takes.

• Deliver clear emotional beats, reactions, and dialogue with strong on-camera presence.

• Work professionally on set, arriving prepared and staying focused through multiple setups.

• Provide required materials (photos/reel/self-tape) to support casting decisions.

Requirements

• Non-union actors, ages 18+.

• Male and female talent with a European look.

• Accents may include American, British, or Australian (depending on the role).

• Body type notes: male athletic/fit/muscular; female slim build (as specified for certain roles).

• Must be able to work locally and be reliable, punctual, and camera-ready.

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate and terms shared upon selection).