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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

Fort Lauderdale Perps (Paid Background Role)

Job Description
A production is casting paid background actors to portray perps in police station scenes. This is a great opportunity for talent looking for paid extras work, crime drama background roles, and non-speaking on-camera experience in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a “perp” character in non-speaking police station scenes

• Follow direction from the background team and maintain continuity

• Arrive on time and remain available for the full filming window

• Wear your own wardrobe based on production-provided guidelines if booked

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Comfortable portraying a suspect/perp role on camera

• Able to complete the required application form and provide requested details

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

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)

Praise Dancers – Netflix Feature Film

Job Description
A new Netflix film is seeking talented praise dancers to appear in a heartfelt production that celebrates faith, movement, and community. This opportunity is perfect for experienced dancers who specialize in praise or liturgical styles and can bring expressive emotion and authenticity to the screen. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed praise dance routines during filming

• Work closely with the director and choreographer to capture genuine, soulful performances

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming

• Follow on-set directions to ensure smooth coordination within the scene

Requirements

• African American men and women, ages 18 and older

• Must have prior praise dance or liturgical dance experience

• Available for filming on the specified date in Atlanta, GA

• Must provide clear, recent photos and basic personal details for submission

Compensation

• $225 for 12 hours

Featured Background Roles for Feature Film “Rooster”

Job Description
A new feature film titled Rooster is now hiring men and women for featured background roles as employees. Filming will take place in the Lockhart, Texas area. This is a great opportunity for local talent to be part of an exciting non-union film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray employees in realistic, workplace-style scenes

• Take direction from the production team to perform background actions

• Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout filming days

• Collaborate with other background actors and crew on set

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25 and older

• Must be local to Lockhart, TX or able to work as a local hire

• Must be available for all scheduled filming days

• Non-union background roles

Compensation

• Rate: $125 per day