Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Blind and Visually Impaired Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking blind and visually impaired individuals for paid background roles in various scenes filming in New York City. Production is looking for people of all types, ethnicities, and genders, and wants authentic representation on camera. This is a union-covered background opportunity with professional set experience on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes while working in a structured set environment

• Be prepared for full filming days during the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Blind and visually impaired individuals

• All types, ethnicities, and genders welcome

• Must be able to work in New York City

• Must be available for filming during the scheduled May production window

• Must be able to present valid identification for employment eligibility

• If using a guide dog or support person, must be comfortable working with them on set as needed

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $234 for 8 hours

• Covered by SAG-AFTRA CBA (preference of employment may apply)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

First Nations Male Talent for TV Commercial

Job Description
A paid TV commercial focused on retirement planning is seeking a Sydney-based First Nations man for a featured on-camera role. This is a non-speaking opportunity, but talent must be confident on camera and able to convey natural emotion and presence. No previous acting experience is required, though any experience is welcomed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a TV commercial as a featured character

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Deliver natural, confident performance without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across takes

Requirements

• First Nations male talent, ages 50–65

• Must be Sydney-based (or able to work locally in Sydney)

• No speaking required, but must be confident on camera

• No previous acting experience required (experience is a plus)

Compensation

• Paid role up to $7,000 (for the selected talent)

Film Extras for Coming-of-Age Drama

Job Description
A coming-of-age drama film is seeking background actors to appear as extras in an intimate lounge scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and can bring a natural, nightlife energy to a moody, story-driven environment. Talent will be asked to wear elevated casual evening attire suitable for dinner or a night out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lounge patrons in a background role for a film scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity across takes with consistent reactions and movement

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated casual evening wear

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

• Comfortable appearing in a lounge setting with prop alcohol and prop weed on set (no actual consumption)

• Wardrobe: elevated casual evening wear (what you’d wear to dinner or a night out)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to stay for the full filming call time

Compensation

• Unpaid background role (no rate listed)

• Food and refreshments provided on set

Real Fast Food Workers for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real fast food workers for a paid on-camera project. This opportunity is looking for Gen Z talent with authentic workplace experience who can appear naturally on camera. No acting experience is required—production wants real, relatable energy and a genuine work-life vibe.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as yourself in a commercial-style shoot

• Follow simple direction from the production team during filming

• Bring natural reactions, real-world presence, and authentic personality on set

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout shoot days

Requirements

• Ages 18–30

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be a real fast food worker (authentic work experience required)

• Must live in the UK

• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed)

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

College-Age Background Talent for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial is casting college-age background talent for an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for a variety of fresh, natural types, and is especially interested in talent who can play or realistically handle an instrument. This is a paid background opportunity with a full-day rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college-age background characters in commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain camera-ready on set

• If applicable, handle or perform with an instrument naturally on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (college-age range)

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Instrument skills are a plus (let production know what you play)

• Must be available for a weekday commercial shoot

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours

• Paid national commercial background role