Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured Background Teen Girls (Ages 13–14) for Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is now casting Asian teen girls ages 13–14 for featured background roles. This is a paid opportunity for young performers who are comfortable on camera, can follow direction on a professional set, and want real film set experience. If your teen has great on-camera presence and can work as a local hire in Austin, this is a strong chance to earn a screen credit and get exposure to a major production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a feature film scene with natural reactions and presence.

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

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional throughout multiple takes.

• Work well in a set environment with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and appearance for continuity across scenes.

Requirements

• Teen girls ages 13–14 (must be able to portray this age range).

• Asian talent only.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided).

• Parent/guardian must be available to coordinate and support the minor on set as required.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full production day.

Compensation

• $150 per day (production day rate; schedule may run up to 12 hours).

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.

Clothing Commercial Casting: Edgy Talent (Ages 18–27) + Gritty Male (40s)

Job Description
A paid clothing commercial is casting local Liverpool talent for two distinct looks. Production is seeking men and women ages 18–27 with striking faces and an edgy, fashion-forward vibe, plus a male in his 40s who is big, tough-looking, and has a weathered, gritty presence. This commercial casting call is ideal for models, actors, and real people with strong on-camera energy and a confident, styled look.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for a clothing commercial, delivering strong presence and natural attitude.

• Take direction for movement, posing, and expression to match the brand’s visual style.

• Model wardrobe confidently and maintain continuity across multiple takes.

• Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and professional throughout filming.

• Work smoothly with the crew and other talent in a fast-paced commercial set environment.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Liverpool.

• Role 1: Men and women ages 18–27 (or able to portray) with edgy style and interesting, expressive faces.

• Role 2: Male in his 40s (or able to portray), big/tough build, weathered and gritty look.

• Comfortable being filmed and taking direction on set.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full shoot schedule as booked.

Compensation

• Paid booking (rate and usage details provided upon selection).

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.

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 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.

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.

Bar Patrons (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting bar patrons for background extra work in an upcoming scene. Production is seeking white men ages 20–70 who can bring authentic bar atmosphere—natural reactions, casual movement, and believable presence on camera. If you’re reliable, professional, and comfortable taking direction on set, this is a great paid extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron with natural behavior and realistic reactions in background scenes.

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

• Interact naturally with other background performers as directed (sitting, chatting, reacting).

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

• Work professionally with cast and crew in a busy set environment.

Requirements

• White men, ages 20–70 (or able to portray).

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

• Comfortable portraying a bar environment role 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.

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.