Extra Jobs in New York, New York

Airman

Job Description

A commercial project is casting an Airman for featured scenes involving military family life. The production is seeking talent with a professional appearance and strong on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Airman in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with fellow cast members
• Follow direction from production staff

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-to-late 20s
• Athletic build
• Military appearance preferred

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Young Entrepreneur

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a young entrepreneur for a featured scene at a sawmill. The role requires a confident and driven appearance suitable for portraying a business owner.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young entrepreneur
• Participate in commercial filming activities
• Follow production and creative direction

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-20s
• Athletic appearance preferred
• Able to portray a successful entrepreneur

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

College Student

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking a young male actor to portray a college student. Casting directors are looking for someone who can authentically represent a recent high school graduate or college-age individual.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in commercial scenes
• Follow creative and production direction
• Participate in scheduled filming activities

Requirements

• Hispanic male
• Age 18
• High school or college-age appearance
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Retired Married Couple

Job Description

A commercial production is casting a married couple for retirement planning scenes. Talent should be able to portray a relatable, mature couple enjoying retirement and financial security.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a retired married couple in commercial scenes
• Participate in lifestyle-focused filming
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian male, mid-60s to early 70s
• Hispanic or Caucasian female, mid-60s to early 70s
• Natural chemistry preferred
• Comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Financial Planner

Job Description

A non-union commercial project for a financial institution is seeking talent to portray a Financial Planner in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role will appear in retirement planning-themed scenes and should convey professionalism, trustworthiness, and confidence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Financial Planner in commercial scenes
• Interact naturally with other featured talent
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Mid-60s to early 70s
• Distinguished appearance
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $750 session fee
• $550 usage fee
• One-year local market usage

Deputy (Flashback to 1989)

Job Description

A television production is casting a male actor to portray a Deputy in flashback scenes set in 1989. The production is seeking authentic character types with a period-appropriate look. Candidates with mustaches and facial hair are especially encouraged to apply for this non-union background role filming in Mississauga.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Deputy in flashback scenes
• Take direction from production staff and assistant directors
• Maintain character continuity during filming
• Participate in background action and scene work
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male talent
• Ages 30–50
• Hair preferred but not required
• Mustaches and facial hair encouraged
• Able to portray a late-1980s law enforcement character
• Professional and dependable attitude

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Non-union production

DEA Agent (Flashback to 1989)

Job Description

A television production is seeking a male actor to portray a DEA Agent in flashback scenes set in 1989. Casting directors are looking for talent with a strong period-appropriate appearance, including facial hair options such as mustaches. This is a non-union background acting opportunity filming in Mississauga.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a DEA Agent in flashback scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity in appearance throughout filming
• Perform background actions as required for the scene
• Arrive prepared and ready for production activities

Requirements

• Male talent
• Ages 30–50
• Hair preferred but not required
• Mustaches and facial hair encouraged
• Able to portray a character from the late 1980s
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Non-union production

Model Open Call

Job Description

A modeling agency is hosting an open call for new faces in New York City. This opportunity is open to aspiring and experienced models who meet the height requirements and are interested in representation and future modeling opportunities. Candidates should be professional, punctual, and ready to make a strong first impression.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the scheduled open call in person
• Meet with agency representatives and casting professionals
• Present yourself professionally and confidently
• Follow all event instructions and guidelines
• Be prepared to discuss modeling experience and availability

Requirements

• Women/Female-presenting talent
  • Height: 5’9″–5’11”
• Men/Male-presenting talent
  • Height: 6’1″–6’3″
• Must arrive on time for the open call
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Interested in modeling and representation opportunities

Compensation

• Opportunity to be considered for future modeling projects
• Meet directly with agency representatives

Real Golfers for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking experienced real golfers for a featured opportunity filming in Glen Head, New York. Casting directors are looking for individuals who actively play golf, have their own clubs and golf bags, and can authentically portray golfers on screen. Transportation from Manhattan may be available for selected talent if needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a golfer in scenes for a television series
• Bring personal golf clubs and golf bag to set
• Follow direction from the production team
• Perform authentic golf-related actions during filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production day

Requirements

• Experienced golfer
• Must own golf clubs and a golf bag
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to follow on-set direction
• Available for filming in Glen Head, New York
• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid television production opportunity
• Transportation from Manhattan may be available if needed

CDL Drivers & Real Truckers for Music Video

Job Description

A music video production for an undisclosed artist is seeking real CDL drivers and authentic trucker types to appear as paid background talent in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for rugged, blue-collar individuals with genuine character and real-world trucking experience. This opportunity is ideal for long-haul truckers, owner-operators, freight haulers, diesel mechanics, and hardworking working-class men who embody an authentic trucking lifestyle.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a music video production
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Portray authentic trucker and blue-collar character types
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Be available for one to three filming dates as needed

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–65
• All ethnicities welcome
• Real CDL drivers strongly preferred
• Seeking authentic truckers and blue-collar workers
• Long-haul truckers, owner-operators, freight haulers, and diesel mechanics encouraged to apply
• Rugged, weathered appearance preferred
• Beards, mustaches, larger builds, and authentic regional accents encouraged
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a music video
• No polished corporate looks

Compensation

• $150 for 10 guaranteed hours
• Overtime paid when applicable