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SAG Commercial Background Actors – Major Vehicle Manufacturer

Job Description
A major vehicle manufacturer commercial is now casting SAG commercial background actors for an upcoming shoot in the Austin area. This SAG-AFTRA commercial casting call is seeking background talent ages 18 and older of all ethnicities to appear in a high-profile national advertisement.

Most background actors will be scheduled for one primary workday, with production operating under the SAG-AFTRA Commercial Agreement. Talent will be paid at the SAG National Extra scale and compensated directly.

This is an excellent opportunity for performers looking to secure union commercial work and gain experience on a professional commercial set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a commercial production

• Follow direction from the commercial director and assistant director

• Maintain professionalism and energy during filming

• Be available for scheduled work in the Austin area

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be eligible to work under SAG-AFTRA Commercial guidelines

• SAG-AFTRA membership not required to submit

• Must be comfortable being booked based on submitted photos

Compensation

• SAG National Extra Scale: $469 for 8 hours

• Paid under the SAG-AFTRA Commercial Agreement

High School Student Extras – Feature Film “21 Down”

Job Description
A feature film is making a final call for background actors to portray high school students in an upcoming scene. This paid extras casting call is seeking young adults ages 18 to early 20s who can convincingly play high school students.

Filming will take place in Covington, GA. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

• Arrive on time and prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s

• Must be able to convincingly portray a high school student

• Available to work in Covington, GA

• Submit a recent photo and full contact information

• Use “STUDENTS” in the subject line when applying

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate provided upon booking)

College Students, Parents, and Grandparents – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray college students, parents, and grandparents in campus and family-related scenes. This opportunity is open to Westchester County locals who can bring authenticity and realism to everyday moments featured in the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college students, parents, or grandparents in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Appear natural and engaged in campus or family environments

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Westchester County locals only

• Ages 18 and older

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable portraying everyday student or family roles

• Must be fully available for filming as scheduled

• Must be able to provide valid identification for payment purposes

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours

• Non-union background role

College Student Background Actors

Job Description
A film production is seeking college student–type background actors for an upcoming shoot. This role is perfect for young adults who can naturally portray students in realistic campus-style scenes. Performers will help create an authentic, energetic atmosphere on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college students in background scenes

• React naturally in classroom or campus-style environments

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Ages 18 to mid-20s

• Must have a youthful, college student appearance

• Comfortable with early morning call times

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Competitive rates provided by production

Teen Background Actors to Portray Middle School Students

Job Description
A network television series is casting teen background actors to portray middle school students in a non-union background role. This scene requires natural, age-appropriate behavior and the ability to follow direction in a professional on-set environment. It’s a great opportunity for young performers to gain experience on a television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray middle school students in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction for background movement and continuity

• Interact naturally with other background performers

• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming

Requirements

• All genders, ages 11–14

• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a school setting

• Able to commit to a full on-set day

• Reliable and able to follow instructions

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Paid non-union background role

Dancer Extra (Ballet-Inspired)

Job Description
A true crime series is casting dancer extras with professional-level movement to appear in visually stylized scenes inspired by ballet.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform controlled dance movements on camera

• Take choreography and movement direction

• Maintain consistency during filming

Requirements

• Strong dance background

• Physique and movement similar to a professional ballerina

• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $75 flat rate

Featured Violinist (Featured Role)

Job Description
A true crime television project is casting a featured female violinist for a dramatic scene. This role highlights live violin performance and on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform violin on camera during a featured scene

• Take direction from production and music supervisors

• Maintain performance continuity during filming

Requirements

• Female

• White

• Thin build

• Must play the violin (virtuoso level not required)

• Prior performance experience preferred

Compensation

• $100 flat rate

African American Physical Therapist Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking an African American male physical therapist to appear as background talent in a professional on-camera role. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with real physical therapy experience who can authentically perform basic injury care in a realistic setting. Both union and non-union performers are welcome.

This role requires natural, believable actions and is intended for performers who can bring real-world skills to a filmed environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a physical therapist in a background scene

• Demonstrate basic physical therapy techniques, including injury wrapping

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• African American male

• Must have physical therapy experience

• Knowledge of how to properly wrap an injury

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Comfortable working on a television set

Compensation

• $234 for union (special ability rate)

• $154 for non-union performers

• Paid background role for television production

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

CSI Tech Roles for Non-Union True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network-style true crime reenactment series is seeking talent for CSI Tech #2 and CSI Tech #3. These roles are a great fit for performers who can deliver a believable, professional law enforcement presence in scripted reenactment scenes. If you’re physically fit, clean-cut, and comfortable on camera, this is a solid paid opportunity to work on a true crime recreation production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI technician in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Perform investigative actions naturally for camera (scene work, evidence handling, procedural movement)

• Maintain a professional, focused presence in law enforcement-style scenes

Requirements

• Male or female, appears ages 30s–40s

• Physically fit with a clean-cut look

• Comfortable working with scripted true crime content

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• $75/day