Extra Jobs in United States

Background Extras for Ross Commercial

Job Description
A new Ross commercial is now casting non-union background extras for an upcoming production filming in Louisville, Kentucky. Casting directors are seeking energetic kids and a grandmother-type female performer for featured background roles in a fun, family-oriented commercial shoot.

This opportunity is ideal for local talent interested in commercial work and professional on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a retail commercial production
• Participate in active lifestyle scenes, including play and sports-related activities
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain professionalism during filming
• Participate in scheduled shoot dates as assigned

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Kids ages 8–10, male or female, all ethnicities
  • Grandmother role, female ages 50s–60s, all ethnicities
• Kids must be comfortable with active movement such as running, jumping, and playing sports
• Grandmother role requires groomed hands and nails
• Must work local to Louisville, Kentucky
• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $300 for 10 hours

Background Extras for TV Series “Abilene”

Job Description
A hit television pilot is now casting background actors and extras for six upcoming episodes filming in the Rochester, New York area. Producers are seeking SAG and non-union talent of all genders for a variety of fun and energetic scenes, including diners, concerts, church gatherings, festivals, and store settings.

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors and local talent looking to gain on-set television experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in television scenes
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams
• Participate in crowd, community, and event-style scenes
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during filming
• Be available for full production days as scheduling may change

Requirements

• Open to SAG and non-union talent
• All genders welcome
• Ages 10–100 accepted for submissions
• No acting experience required
• Must work local to the Rochester, New York area
• Must have flexible all-day availability for filming dates
• Comfortable participating in various crowd and public setting scenes

Compensation

• Featured SAG extra roles pay SAG rate of $224/day
• Additional background roles may be unpaid

Senior Extras for League Soccer Commercial

Job Description
A major non-union league soccer commercial is now casting featured senior background extras for an upcoming shoot in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking enthusiastic men and women ages 65 and older to appear in non-speaking featured roles for a professional commercial production.

This opportunity is ideal for outgoing senior talent interested in commercial work and short filming days with strong pay rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured extra in a soccer commercial
• Participate in non-speaking commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Provide natural and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements

• Men and women ages 65+
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable appearing on camera in non-speaking roles
• Must work local to Chicago
• Must submit current face and body photos
• Photos should accurately reflect current hair and facial hair
• Include current height and contact information with submission
• No sunglasses or other people in submission photos

Compensation

• $1,000 for approximately 4–5 hours of work
• Featured extra commercial opportunity

Background Extras for Cleveland Documentary

Job Description
A documentary production is now casting background extras for a two-day shoot filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Casting directors are seeking local talent interested in appearing in documentary-style scenes for a professional production.

This opportunity is ideal for aspiring background actors and local performers looking to gain on-set experience in a documentary project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in documentary scenes
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain professionalism during filming
• Be available for assigned production scheduling
• Participate in natural, realistic background performances

Requirements

• Must work local to the Cleveland, Ohio area
• Comfortable working as background talent on camera
• Reliable and professional applicants encouraged to apply
• Must be available for one scheduled filming day
• Flexible availability preferred during the production window

Compensation

• $50 flat rate
• Approximately 2–4 hours of work

Featured Background Talent for “Thirstygirl” Project

Job Description
A non-union production titled “Thirstygirl” is now casting featured background talent for filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking attractive blue-collar type men for featured roles portraying diner cooks, factory workers, and truck drivers.

These roles will be picture-picked by the director, making this a great opportunity for talent looking for featured background exposure in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray blue-collar background characters in featured scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming
• Be available for extended filming hours if needed
• Participate in realistic workplace-style scenes on camera

Requirements

• Male talent ages 40–60
• Attractive blue-collar appearance preferred
• Seeking:
  • Diner cooks
  • Factory workers
  • Truck drivers
• Must work local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must have full-day availability regardless of call time
• Comfortable committing to potential 12+ hour production days

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Additional overtime paid after 8 hours

Union Background Chefs and Cooks for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is now seeking union background actors with real culinary experience to portray chefs, cooks, and sous chefs on set. Casting directors are looking for talent with authentic kitchen experience who can bring realism and professionalism to food service scenes.

This opportunity is open to union performers registered with Central Casting and available for ongoing production work in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray chefs, cooks, or sous chefs in background scenes
• Use real culinary knowledge to create authentic on-screen performances
• Follow production direction while working in kitchen environments
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout filming
• Be available for recurring production dates during the filming period

Requirements

• Must be union talent
• Must be registered with Central Casting
• Real culinary experience is required
• Must have open availability through the production schedule
• Must submit a current photo and contact information
• Include any major scheduling conflicts with submission

Compensation

• $224 for 8 hours

Football Player Extras for Retail Store Commercial

Job Description
A retail store commercial filming in Los Angeles is now casting male talent to portray football players in an upcoming outdoor shoot. Casting directors are searching for athletic men and larger-framed talent who can convincingly play football players on camera.

This commercial project is ideal for performers with real football experience, sports backgrounds, or strong athletic looks. Local Los Angeles talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray football players in a retail commercial shoot
• Participate in outdoor filming scenes
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Bring authentic athletic energy and movement to scenes
• Be available for one filming day during the production window

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–25
• Athletic build or able to convincingly portray football players
• Football experience is a plus
• Must be local to the Los Angeles area
• Comfortable filming outdoors
• Must provide availability for the scheduled production dates

Compensation

• $300 for 8 hours
• Additional 20% agency fee if applicable

True Crime Series Background Actor – Attorney Role

Job Description
A new non-union true crime reenactment series is now casting background talent for an attorney role in an upcoming production filming in Tennessee. This unscripted television project is seeking experienced or camera-ready performers who can portray a professional legal character in a dramatic detective scene.

Casting directors are looking for a white male in his 60s with an average build and dark or graying hair. Talent should own a well-fitted business suit with tie and button-down shirt options for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an attorney in a true crime reenactment scene
• Appear in a death notification scene alongside detectives
• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate wardrobe options
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• White male, 60s age range
• Average build with dark or graying hair
• Must own a professional suit, tie, and dress shirts
• Comfortable working on a non-union true crime production
• Must submit current shoulder-up and full-body snapshots
• No hats or sunglasses in submission photos
• Include any scheduling conflicts with submission

Compensation

• $75/day

Background Extras Needed for A-List Hip Hop Superstar Tour Announcement Commercial

Job Description
A major visual campaign for an A-list Grammy Award-winning hip hop superstar is now casting background extras in New York City. Production is seeking diverse talent to appear in a high-energy tour announcement commercial tied to one of the top names in hip hop music. This is a paid opportunity for performers and aspiring talent looking to work on a high-profile entertainment production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in commercial and visual scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Participate in fitting sessions if selected
• Maintain professionalism during long filming days
• Contribute to energetic crowd and street-style scenes

Requirements

• Ages 5–75
• Seeking African American, Hispanic, Asian, and Middle Eastern talent
• Comfortable working on a fast-paced commercial set
• Must be available for filming in New York City
• Reliable and able to follow production instructions

Compensation

• $300 for 10–12 hours for background extras
• $500 for 10–12 hour shoot day for select principal roles
• $250 for 4–6 hour fitting sessions if applicable
• Opportunity to appear in a major music industry campaign