Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

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.

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.

Yardmen (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting yardmen for background extra work in an outdoor scene. Production is seeking white men ages 30–70 who can portray working-class grounds crew with believable movement and a natural on-camera presence. If you’re comfortable taking direction, working outside, and appearing in period wardrobe, this is a solid paid extra opportunity for local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a yardman/grounds worker with realistic movement and natural reactions on camera.

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

• Handle basic work props as directed (tools, buckets, rakes, etc.).

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

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers 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 working outdoors and standing/walking for extended periods.

• 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.

Interrogation Scene Friend Extras (Ages 18–Early 20s)

Job Description
A film production is casting interrogation scene friend extras to appear in a scripted scene and help create a realistic, lived-in atmosphere on camera. Casting is looking for young adults ages 18 to early 20s with natural presence, strong reactions, and the ability to take direction quickly. If you’re a Knoxville-area performer ready for on-set experience and a paid extra booking, this role is a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friend extra in an interrogation scene with natural reactions and believable behavior.

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

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional on set.

• Arrive prepared and ready to work within the production schedule.

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s (or able to convincingly portray).

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area.

• Must have two recent photos available (one shoulders-up, one full-body).

• Provide basic details for consideration (height/weight, city/state; agency info optional).

Compensation

• $75 flat rate (one scene).

Real Male Firefighters for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real male firefighters for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is looking for firefighters who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction on set, and commit to more than one work date. Some shoot days take place outside during incident scenes (higher rate), while other days are inside the firehouse. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can work multiple days, this is a strong paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during firehouse and incident setups.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and stay camera-ready throughout long shoot days.

• Wear firefighter uniform/gear as required and keep continuity between takes.

• Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

• Real male firefighters only.

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

• Must have availability for multiple filming days (production prioritizes those who can work more dates).

• Must submit a recent color photo in firefighter uniform.

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable with long shoot days and late wrap times.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (higher-rate incident/outside days; details shared upon selection).

• $132 for 8 hours (firehouse/interior days).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Real Medics (Male & Female) for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real medics for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is seeking male and female medics of all ethnicities with a clean, professional look (short hair; clean-shaven; mustache ok). This is a great paid opportunity for working medics who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction, and commit to the full multi-day schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real medic in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity during multiple setups.

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance throughout long shoot days.

• Wear medic uniform/gear as needed and keep continuity between takes.

• Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

• Real medics only (male and female).

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Short hair preferred; clean-shaven; mustache ok.

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

• Must be available for all required filming days (multi-day commitment is mandatory).

• Must submit a recent color photo in medic uniform.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (per day).

Bilingual Male Actor Needed for Home Warranty Commercial (Lead Role)

Job Description
A home warranty commercial is now casting a bilingual male actor (English/Spanish) for the featured lead role of “Mr. Inevitable.” This is a non-union commercial opportunity for talent who can deliver confident, effortless charisma while still feeling warm and approachable. The character leads with kindness but isn’t a pushover—think calm authority, sharp timing, and a grounded, cool presence on camera. If you’re strong with dialogue and can carry a commercial scene with ease, this is a standout paid booking.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character in a commercial, delivering clear, natural dialogue in English and Spanish.

• Bring confident, cool, and approachable energy that fits a hero-style commercial role.

• Take direction quickly and adjust performance for timing, tone, and pacing.

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups during a commercial shoot day.

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

Requirements

• Male talent, approximately ages 38–48 (or able to portray).

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (required).

• Strong with dialogue, memorization, and on-camera delivery.

• Confident presence with a warm, kind demeanor and subtle humor.

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

Compensation

• $500 for up to 12 hours (session fee).

• $1,000 usage fee (usage terms provided upon selection).

Dan (Bilingual Male Actor, Late 50s)

Job Description
A home warranty commercial is casting a bilingual male actor (English/Spanish) for the role of Dan, a late-50s character with a warm, approachable presence and an easy sense of humor. Dan is empathetic and genuinely likable, with a slightly geeky charm—think the type who irons his socks and owns it. This non-union commercial role is ideal for talent who can handle longer dialogue, strong memorization, and natural delivery in both languages.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted commercial scenes with longer dialogue in English and Spanish.

• Deliver natural, relatable reactions and comedic warmth on camera.

• Take direction well and adjust timing, tone, and pacing between takes.

• Maintain continuity and consistency across multiple setups.

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

Requirements

• Male talent, late 50s (or able to convincingly portray).

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (required).

• Strong memorization skills and comfort with longer dialogue.

• Empathetic, approachable energy with a dry sense of humor.

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

Compensation

• $500 for up to 12 hours (session fee).

• $750 usage fee (usage terms provided upon selection).

Older Couple (Bilingual Male & Female, 65+)

Job Description
A home warranty commercial is casting an older couple for a warm, story-driven role. Production is seeking male and female talent ages 65+ who can portray a sweet, endearing pair with a charming “two peas in a pod” energy—matching pajamas or robes vibes. This non-union commercial role is ideal for actors who can handle longer dialogue, strong memorization, and natural performance in both English and Spanish. Real couples are welcome, but single actors may also apply and be paired.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform commercial scenes as a couple with natural chemistry and believable interaction.

• Deliver longer dialogue in English and Spanish with clear, confident timing.

• Take direction well and adjust performance for pacing, humor, and emotional beats.

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes, wardrobe moments, and scene resets.

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

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 65+ (or able to convincingly portray).

• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish (required).

• Strong memorization skills and comfort with longer dialogue.

• Warm, empathetic presence with a gentle sense of humor.

• Real couples welcome; single actors may also apply to be matched.

Compensation

• $500 for up to 12 hours (session fee).

• $750 usage fee (usage terms provided upon selection).