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Netflix Series Background Actors & Stand-Ins

Job Description

A hit streaming series is preparing for its upcoming season and is seeking background actors, stand-ins, and specialty talent for recurring opportunities. Production is looking for both returning performers and new faces to portray a variety of roles throughout the season. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors, experienced background performers, athletes, and specialty talent to gain on-set experience on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a background actor in television scenes
  • Portray a variety of characters in school, gym, social, and community settings
  • Follow direction from production staff and assistant directors
  • Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
  • Stand-in opportunities may be available for qualified talent
  • Participate in recurring roles throughout the season when needed

Requirements

  • Ages 18 and older, or younger talent who can portray high school students
  • Open to new and experienced background actors
  • Reliable transportation and availability for filming schedules
  • Comfortable working on a professional television set
  • Specialty talent encouraged to apply, including:
    • High school students
    • High school wrestlers with experience
    • Middle school wrestlers with experience
    • Athletic gym-goers
    • Spin class participants with experience
    • Dive bar patrons
    • Teachers
    • Upscale and wealthy-looking individuals
  • Wrestling experience preferred for wrestler-specific roles

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunities
  • Potential recurring work throughout the season
  • Stand-in opportunities for selected talent
  • Professional television production experience
  • Opportunity to work on a major streaming series
$$

Actors, Actresses & Extras for Streaming Series Season 3

Job Description

A nationally streamed television series is now casting for its third season and seeking talented actors, actresses, background performers, and fresh faces. This exciting opportunity is open to both experienced performers and newcomers looking to break into film and television. Selected talent will have the chance to work on a growing production featured on major streaming platforms while gaining valuable experience, networking opportunities, and industry exposure.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in scripted scenes for a television series
  • Portray lead, supporting, featured, or background roles as assigned
  • Follow direction from directors and production staff
  • Attend rehearsals, fittings, and filming sessions as required
  • Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members
  • Help bring compelling stories and characters to life on screen

Requirements

  • Open to actors, actresses, background talent, and newcomers
  • Previous acting experience is welcome but not required
  • Strong work ethic and professional attitude
  • Ability to take direction and work collaboratively
  • Passion for film, television, and storytelling
  • Reliable availability for production schedules

Compensation

  • Compensation will be discussed upon application
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Non-Union TV Series Background Actors

Job Description

A new non-union television series is now casting background actors for Season 2 of an upcoming production filming throughout Manitoba. Casting directors are seeking reliable performers of all ethnicities for multiple featured background roles, including casino seniors and casino regulars. This paid TV series opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience while working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray casino patrons and background characters in various scenes
  • Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
  • Arrive on time and remain available for scheduled filming days
  • Participate in long filming days as required by production

Requirements

  • Non-union performers only
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Must be a Manitoba resident with a Manitoba address and taxes filed in Manitoba
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be fully available for all dates submitted
  • Comfortable working extended filming hours

For Casino Seniors:

  • Ages 55 and older
  • Open to all genders and ethnicities
  • Available for multiple filming dates

For Casino Regulars:

  • Ages 18 and older
  • Open to all genders and ethnicities
  • Available for all required filming dates

For Vehicle Submissions:

  • SUVs, trucks, and cars accepted
  • Vehicles should not be excessively new or excessively old
  • No white or black vehicles
  • Selected vehicles receive additional compensation

Compensation

  • $200 per day flat rate
  • Additional $40 vehicle bump for approved vehicles
  • Multiple-day booking opportunities available
  • Professional television production experience
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A hit television series is seeking talented rappers for an upcoming season of Find The Rapper. Casting directors are looking for men and women who actively rap for a living and are ready to showcase their personality, talent, and unique story on screen.

This opportunity is open to performers from all backgrounds and ethnicities. Producers are especially interested in individuals who challenge stereotypes and bring originality, confidence, and charisma to the competition.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in filming for a reality television competition series.
  • Showcase rap skills, creativity, and performance ability.
  • Engage in interviews, challenges, and other production activities.
  • Follow direction from producers and production staff.
  • Maintain professionalism throughout the casting and filming process.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Open to men and women.
  • All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
  • Must actively rap as a profession or primary source of income.
  • Confident, funny, and full of personality.
  • Strong stage presence and performance skills preferred.
  • Applicants do not need to fit the stereotypical image of a rapper.

Compensation Details

  • Compensation details were not provided in the casting announcement.
  • Selected participants will receive additional information regarding project terms and compensation.

Casting Featured Background Child for HBO Series

A major returning HBO series is casting a young blonde boy, ages 6 to 8, for a featured family child role. This is a great opportunity for young talent to be seen in a high-profile production. Filming will take place over multiple days, and production is looking for a child who can be available for all shoot dates. Parental support and proper documentation are required for legal compliance and casting consideration.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured child in family scenes for a scripted HBO series
  • Follow on-set directions from the director and production team
  • Participate in scheduled wardrobe fittings and filming days as needed

Requirements

  • Blonde boy, age range 6–8 years old
  • Must be legal to work in the U.S. and have proper I-9 documentation
  • Must confirm availability for all filming days
  • Submit child’s full name, age or date of birth, and recent photos (close-up and full-body)
  • Provide legal names of parents, phone number, clothing sizes (height, weight, shirt, pants, and shoe)
  • Indicate whether the child has a valid work permit (one can be arranged if selected)

Compensation

  • $216 for 8 hours
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Black Speech Attendees for HBO Series

Job Description

An HBO television series is now casting background actors to portray Black speech attendees in upcoming scenes filming in New York City. This period production is seeking performers who can authentically represent the late 19th-century setting while helping bring historical event scenes to life.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a critically acclaimed television series and gain experience on a major period drama production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray attendees at a historical public speech event
  • Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
  • Maintain period-appropriate appearance throughout filming
  • Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
  • Help create an authentic historical atmosphere on set

Requirements

  • Black performers of all genders
  • Comfortable working around atmospheric smoke
  • No allergies to wool
  • No visible tattoos
  • No visible piercings that cannot be removed during filming
  • Natural nails only; no acrylic nails, gel polish, gel extensions, or square-shaped nails
  • Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting before filming
  • Must provide valid identification and complete employment documentation

For Male Talent:

  • Must have some length to hair
  • No buzzcuts, fades, modern undercuts, twists, or contemporary hairstyles
  • Must be willing to receive a period-appropriate haircut and/or facial hair adjustment if required

Compensation

  • $187 for 10 hours of filming
  • $46.75 for a 2.5-hour fitting
  • Opportunity to work on a major HBO series
  • Professional television production experience
$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Male Extras for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking male extras in their 20s to early 30s for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional production. A wardrobe fitting will be required before the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as a background extra in the production

  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production staff

  • Be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Male, ages 20s to early 30s

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

  • Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming date

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Male SUV Driver – Non-Speaking Featured Role

Job Description
A major television production is seeking males aged 40s–50s of all ethnicities to portray an SUV driver in an upcoming featured, non-speaking role. This is a great opportunity to appear in a well-known series filming in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an SUV driver in a featured background role.

  • Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot.

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain professional behavior during filming.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 40–59, open to all ethnicities.

  • Must live in Illinois or nearby border states.

  • Must be available for wardrobe fitting and filming dates.

  • Submit a recent color photograph showing current haircut, facial hair, and overall look.

  • No headshots, comp cards, or photos with hats, sunglasses, or cropped faces.

  • Must include all clothing sizes (height, weight, shirt, jacket, pants, inseam, shoe size).

  • Must not be scheduled for other work during the filming week.

Compensation

  • Paid featured role.

  • Professional on-set experience in a network television production.

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actor – Medic Roles (TV Series)

Job Description
A popular TV drama is now casting background actors to portray medics for upcoming hospital and emergency response scenes filming in Chicago. The production seeks professional, clean-cut talent who can authentically represent emergency medical professionals in action-packed sequences.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a medic in hospital and rescue scenes

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism at all times

  • Help create realistic emergency response environments

  • Be prepared for long filming days and physically active moments

Requirements

  • Male and female actors, ages 20–50, all ethnicities

  • Clean, professional appearance (males must be clean-shaven with short hair)

  • Must be local to Chicago, IL or surrounding suburbs/border states (local hire only)

  • Must provide accurate clothing sizes and recent photos for wardrobe coordination

Compensation

  • Paid background role (standard extras rate; details provided upon selection)

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

  • Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

  • Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

  • Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

  • Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

  • Male, ages 40–70

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

  • Real serving experience required (current or past)

  • Available for filming on the specified date

  • Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

  • Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

  • Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

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