Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

High School Student Background Actors

Job Description

A new television series is seeking paid background actors to portray high school students for scenes filming in Queens, New York. Casting is open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion performers who can convincingly play younger teen characters. Selected talent will appear in both interior and exterior school scenes alongside one of the series’ main actors in an early spring setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic high school student in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Participate in interior and exterior school sequences.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Ages 14–17 or 18 and able to convincingly portray a high school student.
• Open to SAG-AFTRA and nonunion talent.
• Must have a youthful appearance suitable for a high school setting.
• Must be available to work in Queens, New York.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231/8
• Nonunion: $187/10

NYC Subway Passengers for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting non-union background actors to portray authentic New York City subway passengers for scenes filming in Manhattan. This paid opportunity is looking for interesting commuter types who can help bring realistic subway platform and train scenes to life for a major TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a New York City subway passenger in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally in subway platform and train car environments.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Seeking authentic and interesting commuter types.
• Must be able to work in Manhattan, New York.
• Comfortable filming on subway platforms and inside train cars.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours.

Ladies for Club Scene in TV Drama

Job Description

An independent TV drama is casting women to portray club patrons in an after-hours nightclub scene. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking performers who can naturally portray co-workers relaxing after work while counting money, chatting, and closing out the day. Filming will take place in the Stone Mountain, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a club employee or patron in an after-hours nightclub scene.
• Interact naturally with other background performers.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create an authentic club atmosphere.

Requirements

• Women.
• Comfortable portraying a club worker or patron.
• Able to work in the Stone Mountain, Georgia area.
• Reliable and professional on set.

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours.

Crime Scene Technicians for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting male performers to portray crime scene technicians. This paid background opportunity is ideal for actors who can bring professionalism and authenticity to investigative scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crime scene technician in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Help create realistic investigative sequences.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Desk Sergeants for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking desk sergeants for an upcoming production in Chicago. This paid background opportunity is seeking professional-looking men and women who can convincingly portray experienced law enforcement personnel. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a desk sergeant in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 40–60.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men must be clean-shaven.
• Must have an appearance suitable for a law enforcement role.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Deputies for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting ACTRA and Apprentice performers to portray deputies in exterior scenes filming in Hamilton. This continuity role is seeking new faces with an authentic law enforcement look. Talent with previous experience handling prop firearms or portraying police officers is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in exterior law enforcement scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Handle approved prop equipment safely if required.

Requirements

• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.
• Ages 30–48.
• Must have an athletic, law enforcement appearance.
• Previous experience portraying police officers is preferred.
• Comfortable handling a prop firearm.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Diner Patrons for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking diverse performers to portray diner patrons in a featured background scene. This paid opportunity is looking for fresh faces who can naturally fit into a casual restaurant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a diner patron in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Help create a realistic restaurant atmosphere.
• Maintain continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 35–40.
• Seeking diverse talent, including Black, Latino, and White performers.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Featured Goth and Punk Rocker Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking male extras with authentic goth, punk, or mohawk hairstyles for an upcoming production in Chicago. This paid opportunity is looking for performers with bold alternative styles who can help create memorable on-screen characters. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured goth or punk rocker in a non-speaking role.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain your authentic alternative look throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20–30.
• Must have an authentic goth, punk, or mohawk hairstyle and style.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Law Enforcement and First Responder Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting local background actors to portray FBI agents, police officers, and firefighters for continuity scenes. This paid opportunity is seeking performers with an authentic law enforcement or first responder appearance, especially those with previous experience portraying these roles on screen. Local hires in the Hamilton area will receive priority consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray FBI agents, police officers, or firefighters in background scenes.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Arrive prepared and professional for all scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Local hires in the Hamilton area preferred.
• Open to ACTRA, non-union, and AABP performers.
• Must have an authentic FBI, police officer, or firefighter appearance.
• Previous experience portraying law enforcement or first responder roles is an asset.
• Must be available for all required continuity filming days.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Stand-In – Raymond (TV Pilot)

Job Description

A television pilot is seeking an experienced stand-in to portray Raymond during production in the Wilmington, Kure Beach, and Southport, North Carolina area. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for performers who closely match the character’s physical specifications and are comfortable working long production days on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the stand-in for the character Raymond during filming.
• Work with the camera and lighting departments to prepare scenes.
• Maintain consistent positioning and continuity between takes.
• Follow directions from the assistant director and production crew.
• Be available for multiple filming days as needed.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40.
• Caucasian.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’2″.
• Slender build.
• Waist size between 31″ and 33″.
• Blonde, dirty blonde, or very light brunette hair.
• Must be available for multiple filming days.
• Able to work as a local hire in the Wilmington, Kure Beach, or Southport, North Carolina area.

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity.