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Hospital Patient Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is casting background actors to portray hospital patients for an upcoming series filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This non-union opportunity is seeking new faces who can bring authenticity to a hospital environment. Talent must be local to the Nashville area and available for the entire filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital patients in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Remain available for the full scheduled workday
• Help create a realistic hospital setting on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–65
• Open to all genders
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Comfortable portraying a hospital patient
• Able to commit to a full filming day
• Reliable, professional, and punctual
• Previous background acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours when applicable
• Opportunity to gain experience on a television production
• Work with a professional cast and crew

Bartender for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is casting a male bartender for a featured role. Producers are seeking a polished, upscale performer who can authentically portray a bartender in a high-end environment. This role is ideal for talent with a professional appearance and strong screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in commercial scenes
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Perform bar-related actions naturally on camera
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Contribute to the upscale atmosphere of the production

Requirements

• Male, approximately 30s
• Caucasian
• High-end, polished appearance
• No facial hair
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’1″
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available to work in Toronto
• Apprentice and full union members only

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Work on a professional commercial production
• Gain valuable on-camera experience

Caucasian Female Actor for Flashback Scene

Job Description

A production is casting a Caucasian female actor for a flashback scene. This role is ideal for performers who can portray a natural, authentic look on camera. Selected talent will participate in a fitting before filming and work closely with the production team during the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a flashback scene
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming
• Maintain a natural on-camera appearance that fits the role
• Arrive on time and prepared for all production activities

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 40–57
• Clothing size 6–8
• Natural appearance required
• No gel nails, fake nails, or fake eyelashes
• Natural hair color preferred
• Available to attend a fitting in Mississauga
• Prior acting experience is a plus
• ACTRA or non-union performers welcome

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an established production team

Valet Attendant for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a male valet attendant for a featured role. Casting directors are looking for a clean-cut performer with a professional appearance who can portray an upscale valet in a premium commercial environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a valet attendant in commercial scenes
• Follow production and director instructions
• Interact naturally in hospitality and customer service settings
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Present a polished and professional image on camera

Requirements

• Male, late teens to late 20s
• Caucasian
• No facial hair
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Professional and polished appearance
• Comfortable working on camera
• Available to work in Toronto
• Apprentice and full union members only

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an established production team

African American & Hispanic Background Talent for National Cellular Commercial

Job Description

A national cellular commercial is now casting local background talent in Memphis, Tennessee. Production is seeking African American and Hispanic men and women with a polished, professional appearance for featured background roles. Talent must be available for the full shoot day and able to work locally in the Memphis area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a national cellular commercial
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional appearance throughout filming
• Be available for the entire production day, including potential call time adjustments
• Arrive prepared and ready to work on set

Requirements

• Local to Memphis, Tennessee, or able to work as a local hire
• African American women, ages 25–35
• Hispanic men and women, ages 25–35
• Maximum height of 5’7″
• Well-groomed and professional appearance
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production
• Full-day availability required with no scheduling conflicts

Compensation

• $225 for up to 8 hours of work
• Opportunity to gain experience on a national commercial production
• Work with a professional film and commercial production team

Job Description

The upcoming short film Daisy Killers, adapted from Ernest Hemingway’s The Killers, is seeking background extras for a short scene. This non-union production welcomes individuals with no prior acting experience who are interested in gaining on-set experience and receiving IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in a filmed scene.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain professionalism while on set.
• Be available for the full filming schedule assigned.
• Help create a realistic and engaging scene atmosphere.

Requirements

• Open to individuals interested in background work.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be available for filming in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
• Must submit a recent photo and age for consideration.
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and work collaboratively.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Valuable on-set experience with an independent film production.

Job Description

A production in the San Diego area is seeking male and female extras for a quick, paid on-camera opportunity. Selected participants will take part in a short interview-style segment, answering a series of questions on camera. This is a fast and straightforward project requiring less than an hour of participation.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed interview segment.
• Answer approximately seven questions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 24–40.
• Comfortable speaking on camera.
• Able to complete a quick self-tape submission if requested.
• Available for the scheduled production date.
• Reliable and able to follow production instructions.

Compensation Details

• $100 flat rate.
• Estimated time commitment of 30–45 minutes.

NASCAR Racing Fan Extras for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting men and women to portray enthusiastic NASCAR racing fans in Woodstock. This paid background acting opportunity is open to individuals ages 18 and older who can help create an authentic race-day atmosphere on screen. No previous acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray NASCAR race fans in feature film scenes
• Follow directions from the production team and background coordinators
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Help create realistic crowd and spectator environments

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older
• Able to work as a background actor in Woodstock
• Comfortable participating in crowd scenes
• Reliable and able to follow on-set instructions
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours
• Paid background acting opportunity

Young Will

Job Description

An independent drama feature filming in the Chicagoland area is seeking an actor to portray Young Will, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role calls for a performer who can authentically portray a young father in dramatic storytelling scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Will in scripted scenes
• Follow production and director instructions
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Contribute to the emotional narrative of the film

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Approximately 6’0″ tall
• Dirty blond hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young father
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Young Liv

Job Description

A non-union independent drama feature is seeking an actress to portray Young Liv, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role will involve portraying a young mother in dramatic scenes and offers valuable on-camera experience in a narrative film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Liv in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Help bring emotional authenticity to the character

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Brown curly hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young mother
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided