Extra Jobs in New York, New York
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1990s Choir and Band Background Actors for Film
Job Description
A film production is casting talented individuals with real-life choir or band experience to portray 1990s high school students in an upcoming project filming in the Atlanta and Fayetteville, Georgia areas. This is a great opportunity for performers with musical backgrounds to showcase their skills while gaining valuable on-set experience in a dynamic production environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray high school choir or band members in background scenes
- Use real-life musical experience to enhance authenticity on screen
- Follow direction from the production team during filming
- Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
Requirements
- Ages 16–30
- Open to all ethnicities and genders
- Must have real-life choir or band experience
- Must be available to work in the Atlanta or Fayetteville, GA area
- Ability to take direction and work well in a team setting
Compensation
- $132 for 10 hours
- Opportunity for upgraded featured roles with higher pay
- Professional on-set experience in a film production
Boston Red Sox Fans – Commercial Actors
Job Description
Casting men and women to portray Boston Red Sox fans for an MLB promotional commercial filming in New York. This role is ideal for individuals who can bring authentic fan energy and deliver lines naturally on camera. The production is seeking real, relatable personalities who genuinely embody the passion of baseball fans.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a Boston Red Sox fan in a commercial production
- Deliver lines with a natural and conversational tone
- Showcase enthusiasm and authenticity on camera
- Follow direction from the production team during filming
Requirements
- Ages 18–50, all genders and ethnicities
- Must be able to portray a Boston Red Sox fan
- Comfortable performing on camera with dialogue
- Strong personality with natural delivery
- Real baseball fans strongly encouraged
Compensation
- $350 session rate
- $100 fitting rate (1–2 hours)
- Rates subject to 20% agency fee
Kids for TV Series Background Roles
Job Description
A television series is casting young children to portray kindergarten students in upcoming scenes filming in Brooklyn, New York. This is a great opportunity for kids to gain on-set experience in a professional production while participating in fun, classroom-style scenes.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a kindergarten student in background scenes
- Follow simple directions from the production team
- Participate in classroom-style filming environments
- Maintain focus and energy on set
- Be accompanied by a parent or guardian during filming
Requirements
- Boys and girls, ages 6–8
- Must be local to New York City area
- Comfortable on camera and able to follow direction
- Parent or guardian must submit required information
- Must provide recent photos and basic details
- Child performer work permit may be required
Compensation
- $187 for 10 hours
- Paid background role on a TV series
- Great introduction to on-set experience for young actors
Party Extras for Music Video Casting Call
Job Description
A music video production is now casting male and female party extras for a shoot in Brooklyn, New York. This project is seeking energetic and camera-ready individuals to help bring a lively party scene to life.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray party guests in a music video setting
- Follow on-set direction from the production team
- Bring high energy and natural reactions to enhance the scene
- Maintain professionalism throughout filming
Requirements
- Male and female talent
- Ages 21–30
- Comfortable in a party-style environment
- Professional headshots or digitals preferred
- Must be local to or able to work in Brooklyn, NY
Compensation
- Paid
Kids for Background Roles in TV Series
Job Description
Casting children for background roles in a TV series filming in New York City. This opportunity is open to young talent to appear in scenes for a scripted production.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as background talent in TV series scenes
- Follow on-set direction for movement and behavior
- Participate in costume fittings and filming
Requirements
- Ages 8–9 or 12–13
- Must be local to the NYC area
- Must be available for filming and costume fitting
- Must have valid child performer work permits if applicable
Compensation
- SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours
- Non-SAG: $187 for 10 hours
Party Extras for Music Video
Job Description
Casting male and female party extras for a music video filming in Brooklyn, NY. This project is seeking energetic talent to create a lively party atmosphere on screen.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray partygoers in a music video setting
- Engage naturally in background scenes
- Follow direction to maintain high-energy performance
Requirements
- Ages 21–30
- Open to males and females
- Comfortable in a party-style environment
- Professional headshots or digitals preferred
Compensation
- Paid opportunity
Child Wrestlers for TV Series
Job Description
A television series is casting kids with real wrestling experience to portray young wrestlers in an upcoming production. This is a great opportunity for young athletes to showcase their skills on screen while working on a professional set.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform wrestling movements and techniques on camera
- Follow direction from the production team during filming
- Bring energy, authenticity, and athletic ability to scenes
- Participate in staged wrestling sequences safely
Requirements
- Children ages 11–14
- Must have real wrestling experience
- Comfortable performing on camera
- Local to the NYC tri-state area or able to work in New York
- Must have valid work permit if applicable
Compensation
- $234 for 8 hours
Child Background Actor for TV Production
Job Description
Casting a child actor for a non-speaking background role in a TV production filming in Liverpool, New York. This opportunity is ideal for young talent looking to gain on-set experience in a professional environment, with guidance from a guardian throughout the shoot.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a background actor in a television production
- Follow simple direction from the production team
- Remain focused and cooperative during filming
- Maintain continuity across scenes and takes
- Be accompanied by a guardian on set at all times
Requirements
- Boys or girls, ages 9–12
- Must be able to work in Liverpool, NY
- Valid NY child actor permit or trust account preferred
- Comfortable on set and able to follow direction
- Guardian must be present for the entire shoot day
Compensation
- $168 for one day
- Non-speaking background role
- Opportunity to gain on-set experience
- Work on a professional TV production