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Music Video Casting Call for Featured Background Talent

Job Description

A major recording artist’s upcoming music video is seeking featured background talent for a cinematic production inspired by a classic Italian-American family aesthetic. The project will portray themes of family tradition, celebration, loyalty, power, and influence through scenes set at elegant wedding receptions, family gatherings, funeral services, upscale restaurants, and exclusive social circles. This is an excellent opportunity for performers looking to gain experience in a high-profile music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic characters within a cinematic family-centered storyline
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in featured background scenes throughout filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Help create realistic and engaging environments for key scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Family Members
  • Mob Associates
  • Featured Women
  • Chauffeurs
  • Priest
• Caucasian, Mediterranean, Eastern European, Hispanic, or talent who can authentically portray Italian-American character types
• Comfortable working in a professional music video production environment
• Reliable and able to follow on-set instructions

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Featured background role in a music video for a major recording artist
• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced music video

Music Video Casting Call – Featured Background Roles

Job Description

A music video production for an undisclosed artist is casting featured background talent for multiple roles filming in the Nashville area. Casting directors are seeking performers who can bring authenticity and personality to key scenes. This is a paid opportunity for talent looking to gain experience and build credits in music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in music video scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in scheduled filming dates as assigned
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set
• Help create realistic and engaging scene environments

Requirements

Receiving Clerk (Featured Background)

• Male talent
• Ages 55–75
• All ethnicities welcome

Receiver / Warehouse Supervisor (Featured Background)

• Female talent
• Ages 40–50
• All ethnicities welcome

Diner Waitress (Featured Background)

• Female talent
• White
• Ages 20–28

Waitress’s Daughter (Featured Background)

• Female child talent
• White
• Ages 9–10
• Mother-daughter pairs encouraged

Fighting Boyfriend (Featured Background)

• Male talent
• White
• Ages 25–40
• Real couples encouraged

Compensation

• Featured background rates start at $225 for 10 hours
• Additional roles may pay within the production’s $100–$650 rate range depending on role
• Non-union production

Job Description

Versa Films is casting performers for a series of coming-of-age vignettes in an upcoming music video for a Saskatoon artist. The project explores themes of freedom, rebellion, friendship, and youthful adventure through cinematic slow-motion sequences featuring children, teenagers, and young adults.

This non-union production welcomes both actors and non-actors and is seeking talent for a variety of featured roles portraying memorable moments from adolescence and young adulthood.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured characters in scripted music video scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in age-appropriate action sequences and group activities.
• Collaborate with fellow performers during filming.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production.

Requirements

Skateboarder Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 15–23.
• Comfortable skateboarding and performing action-oriented scenes.

Kids on Bikes

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable riding bicycles.

Water Balloon Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable participating in outdoor group scenes.

Jump Rope and Hopscotch Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–12.
• Comfortable participating in playground-style activities.

Prankster Pre-Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 12–15.
• Energetic personality and comfortable performing playful scenes.

Wrestling Siblings

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 14–18.
• Two performers able to portray siblings.

Kissing Couple

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 19–23.
• Comfortable performing scenes involving kissing and sharing a cigarette prop.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $50 per actor
• Time commitment: 60–90 minutes per role
• Non-union production.
• Non-actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

A female artist music video is seeking Black female twin models for a paid production in the Los Angeles area. Casting directors are especially interested in identical twins who can bring a strong visual presence and energy to the project.

This is an exciting opportunity for twin models to appear in a professional music video and work alongside an established creative production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a music video production as featured talent.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Participate in on-camera performances and promotional scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot.
• Work collaboratively with cast, crew, and fellow performers.

Requirements

• Black female twin models.
• Identical twins preferred but not required.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Strong presence and confidence in front of the camera.
• Must be available for filming in the Los Angeles area.
• Reliable and able to follow production instructions.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $250 per person
• Filming duration: 7 hours or less
• Additional project details will be provided to selected talent.

Job Description

A music video production is seeking female models for a paid shoot in the Encino and Thousand Oaks area of California. Casting directors are looking for confident talent who are comfortable performing and dancing on camera in swimwear as part of the music video production.

This is a great opportunity for models looking to gain exposure in the music industry while working on a professional video project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured or background talent in a music video.
• Participate in on-camera dancing and performance segments.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared and available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• Female models.
• Comfortable dancing on camera.
• Comfortable wearing a bikini during filming.
• Strong confidence and on-camera presence.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $250
• Compensation provided at wrap.
• Additional project details will be shared with selected applicants.

Lead Male Model for Pop Artist Music Video

Job Description

A pop artist music video is casting a lead male model for an upcoming production in Los Angeles. Casting directors are seeking a Caucasian male with a strong on-camera presence to play a featured role in the music video. This is a paid opportunity for talent interested in gaining experience in music video production while working alongside a professional creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead male role in a pop artist music video
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team
• Participate in filming for the scheduled shoot duration
• Help bring the story and visual concept of the music video to life

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong presence and ability to take direction
• Available for filming in Los Angeles
• Professional attitude and reliability throughout production

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Estimated shoot duration of 8–10 hours

Job Description

A music video production filming in San Diego, California is seeking talent and crew for an upcoming shoot. The production is casting one featured extra, multiple background extras, and production assistants (PAs) for a one-day shoot.

The featured extra role specifically calls for a performer with strong emotional expression skills.

Available Roles

• Featured Extra (talented weeper)
• Background Extras
• Production Assistants (PAs)

Job Responsibilities

Featured Extra

• Perform prominently in featured scenes.
• Deliver believable emotional reactions as directed.

Background Extras

• Portray background characters in music video scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.

Production Assistants

• Assist with on-set operations and production support.
• Help maintain smooth workflow during filming.

Requirements

• Must be available for filming on June 6.
• Ability to follow direction and work professionally on set.
• Featured extra applicants should be comfortable portraying strong emotions on camera.
• Prior experience is helpful but not specified.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not provided in the casting notice.

Job Description

A casting opportunity is available in Atlanta, GA for a Lead Woman Model to appear in a music video project featuring two major recording artists. Casting is seeking a confident, camera-ready female model with a strong on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead female model in a music video production.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate in a full-day shoot.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance on set.

Requirements

• Female model
• Ages 21–28
• Black or Latina ethnicity
• Slim, slim-thick, or curvy physique
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for filming in Atlanta

Compensation

• $500 for a 12-hour shoot

Music Video Extras

Job Description

A major music video production is now casting extras for an exciting shoot in Atlanta. Producers are seeking energetic kids, teenagers, and adults to help create a vibrant atmosphere for a high-profile music video. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring performers and background talent to gain on-set experience while being part of a large-scale production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in a music video production
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Bring enthusiasm and energy to crowd scenes
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Participate in scheduled production activities as needed

Requirements

• Kids, teenagers, and adults welcome to apply
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a group environment
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to follow production direction

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)
• Professional music video production experience
• Opportunity to work with industry professionals
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Job Description

A music video production is seeking a child actor who matches a specific look for an upcoming shoot in the Los Angeles area. The production is looking for a performer between the ages of 12 and 14 who can appear on camera in a featured role.

This is a paid opportunity for young talent interested in gaining experience in the music video industry while working with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a featured role within a music video.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming activities.
• Maintain professionalism and cooperation on set.
• Work alongside cast and crew throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Child actor or model between 12–14 years old.
• Must closely match the look requested by production.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Available for filming in the Los Angeles area.
• Parent or legal guardian must be available for communication and participation as required.

Compensation Details

• $250 compensation.
• Approximately 6-hour shoot.
• Paid opportunity.