Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Child and Teen Background Actors for Family BBQ Scene

Job Description
A family-oriented TV series is casting Black/African American kids for vibrant backyard BBQ scenes filled with summer fun. This is a great opportunity for young talent to experience being on a professional set while participating in energetic, outdoor family scenes. The shoot will recreate a lively cookout, with playful summer activities and joyful interactions on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a background role for a family BBQ scene

• Engage in summer activities like running through sprinklers and playing games

• Portray realistic and cheerful energy that reflects a family cookout

• Follow on-set direction and remain camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Black/African American kids, all genders, ages 9–16

• Must be comfortable with water play and outdoor activity

• Must be local to or able to work in Atlanta, GA

• Minors may only be booked for one of the filming dates

• Parent/guardian approval required for submission

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Professional on-set experience on a scripted TV series

Background Actors for Family Cookout Scene in BET+ Series

Job Description
A hit BET+ series is casting background actors for vibrant, outdoor family cookout scenes in Season 2 of Diarra From Detroit. Set against a lively summer backdrop, this scene brings together music, dance, and family reunion energy. The production is looking for engaging, expressive talent to bring these cookout moments to life with authenticity and flair. All roles will be photo selected by the director.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as family members enjoying a BBQ setting

• Engage in lively background activity including dancing, eating, and socializing

• Represent the energy and culture of a Black family gathering

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity

Requirements

• Black / African American talent, all genders, ages 18+

• Must be comfortable dancing or moving rhythmically

• Must be available for all four filming dates for continuity

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA

• Must be available for up to 12+ hours per day

• No visible tattoos or brand logos unless approved

• Specific roles include:

  • Family Members

  • “Fat Jeff”

  • “Handsome Cousin”

  • Girls and Guys That Know the Detroit Hustle

Compensation

• $10.50/hour

• Guaranteed $84 for 8 hours

• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours

Featured Background Actors Needed for BET+ Series “Diarra from Detroit” – Season 2

Job Description
The BET+ series Diarra from Detroit is seeking male background actors for a featured still photo shoot portraying members of the Masons. This photo will play a role in the storyline and will be directed by the series’ director. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for a staged still photo as a Masonic member

• Follow the director’s guidance to capture the intended scene

• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor on set

• Be prepared for potential hair or facial hair adjustments if required

Requirements

• Men, all ethnicities, ages 20s–70s

• Must own a black tuxedo or black suit, white dress shirt, black bow tie or tie, and black dress shoes

• Comfortable portraying a Masonic member with authenticity and formality

• Open to possible grooming adjustments (trimming, shaving, coloring, styling)

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half)

• $20 wardrobe bump for providing your own tuxedo or suit

Farm Workers & Community Members

Job Description
Join the cast of the hit BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 and help bring to life gripping rural farm and off-the-grid community scenes. This non-speaking background role is perfect for performers looking to add a notable TV credit to their portfolio while working alongside a talented production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray farm workers and community members in exterior rural settings

• Participate in crowd and atmospheric scenes to enhance authenticity

• Follow on-set direction from the production team for positioning and movement

• Maintain wardrobe and appearance according to production guidelines

Requirements

• Caucasian, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Able to commit to both scheduled filming days

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• 12+ hour filming days may be required

Bus Passengers

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 by joining the cast as a bus passenger in dynamic interior scenes. This non-speaking background role offers the chance to appear in a popular streaming series while working closely with a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bus passenger in scripted interior bus scenes

• Follow on-set directions for seating, expressions, and movement

• Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere

• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe as instructed by production

Requirements

• All ethnicities, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable sitting for extended periods during filming

• Ability to follow detailed direction in a confined setting

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Guitar Player

Job Description
Join the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a guitar player in engaging exterior farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own guitar to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, adding authenticity and depth to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guitarist in various outdoor farm and community scenes

• Pantomime guitar playing along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own guitar as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for placement, movement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a guitar and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Fiddle Player

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a fiddle player in authentic farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own fiddle to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, helping create a realistic and immersive atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fiddle player in exterior farm and off-the-grid community scenes

• Pantomime playing the fiddle along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own fiddle as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for movement, placement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a fiddle and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Biker Extras with Motorcycles for TV Series

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting men with motorcycles to portray biker gang members in upcoming bar scenes. This is a great opportunity for motorcycle owners to showcase authentic biker energy and bring a bold, streetwise presence to screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray biker gang members in interior and exterior bar scenes

• Bring authentic, tough, and stylish energy to fit the Detroit street vibe

• Commit to a full day of filming, up to 12 hours or longer

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Black/African American men, ages 20s–50s

• Must own a motorcycle (Harleys, Ninjas, Dirt Bikes, etc.)

• Must have a DOT-approved helmet (preferably black or orange)

• Authentic, rugged look to fit the role

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA and available for the scheduled date

Compensation

• Background rate: $13.63/hour ($109 guaranteed for 8 hours)

• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time and a half

Background Actors Needed – Film Crew Types

Job Description
The BET+ series Diarra From Detroit Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray film crew types for interior biker bar scenes. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray film crew members such as Director, PA, Camera Operator, Sound, or Hair/Makeup team

• Participate in biker bar shoot with professionalism and authenticity

• Work under direction to support the scene atmosphere

Requirements

• All genders, all ethnicities

• Must be 18 or older

• Comfortable portraying crew members in a filming environment

Compensation

• $10.50 per hour

• $84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

• Paid background role with national streaming exposure

Background Actors Needed – Modern-Day Nazi Bar Patrons

Job Description
The BET+ series Diarra From Detroit Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray modern-day Nazi bar patrons for interior biker bar scenes. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray modern-day Nazi bar patrons in biker bar scenes

• Work with makeup and wardrobe to apply temporary tattoo symbols for filming purposes

• Participate fully in filming with professionalism

Requirements

• Caucasian men, ages 18+

• Comfortable with tattoos and costuming as directed

• Must submit a shirtless photo or a photo in a white tank top to assist with makeup placement

• Non-speaking role

• Must be available for full filming day

Compensation

• $10.50 per hour

• $84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half

• Paid background role with streaming series exposure