Extra Jobs in New York, New York

Featured Background Talent for Independent Film

Job Description

A new independent film production is now seeking featured background actors for upcoming filming. Casting directors are looking for natural, everyday people to portray attendees at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in a small-town setting. This is a great opportunity for performers and aspiring actors who can bring authenticity and realism to an important scene.

Production is seeking individuals who fit the specific creative vision for the project and can commit to all scheduled filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an attendee at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting
• Follow on-set direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and consistency throughout filming
• Arrive on time and remain available for the full production schedule as needed
• Help create a realistic and authentic background environment for key scenes

Requirements

• Ages 25–65
• Non-union talent
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must be available to work all scheduled filming dates
• Must be comfortable committing to up to 12+ hours on set if required
• Must be able to portray a natural, everyday community member
• Seeking Caucasian males and females to match the production’s creative requirements

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• $12.50 per hour base rate
• Time-and-a-half paid after 8 hours
• Opportunity to gain on-set experience on a film production
• Local hire opportunity with no travel provided

NYC Locals for Fashion Brand Campaign

Job Description
A new New York City-born brand is casting local talent for an upcoming lifestyle and fashion-focused shoot. The creative team is looking for authentic New Yorkers with standout personalities and unique style to appear in a visually driven campaign celebrating NYC culture. This paid opportunity is ideal for energetic, camera-friendly individuals who represent the city’s diverse downtown, uptown, collegiate, fitness, and skate communities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional brand photo and video shoot
• Represent authentic New York City lifestyle and culture on camera
• Collaborate with the creative team during production
• Follow creative direction while maintaining natural personality and style
• Participate in lifestyle-driven scenes and campaign content

Requirements

• Must be based in New York City
• Seeking downtown creatives, uptown fashion-forward talent, college students, skaters, fitness enthusiasts, and real couples
• Comfortable appearing on camera for branded content
• Strong personal style and authentic personality encouraged
• Open to diverse backgrounds and looks

Compensation

• Paid brand campaign opportunity
• Professional creative production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced NYC creative team

Female Woodworker for TV Commercial

Job Description
A non-union television commercial is seeking a skilled female woodworker for an upcoming shoot in Calgary. Production is looking for talent with real experience using woodworking tools who can confidently perform authentic workshop tasks on camera. This paid opportunity is ideal for experienced craftspeople interested in appearing in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform woodworking tasks on camera for a TV commercial
• Demonstrate experience using woodworking tools safely and naturally
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Participate in commercial filming over scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–50
• Must have real woodworking experience
• Comfortable using professional woodworking tools
• Based in or near Calgary
• Canadian citizens only
• Available for filming during the scheduled production dates

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Non-union commercial project

Ranchers and Farmers for TV Commercial

Job Description
A local television commercial is seeking ranchers, farmers, and skilled tradespeople with real fence-building experience for an upcoming production in Calgary. Casting directors are looking for authentic talent from diverse backgrounds who are comfortable working with ranching and construction tools on camera. This paid commercial opportunity is ideal for hardworking individuals with hands-on outdoor experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform fence-building tasks on camera for a TV commercial
• Demonstrate authentic ranching or farming tool experience
• Follow production direction during filming
• Participate in outdoor commercial scenes
• Work collaboratively with the production team on set

Requirements

• Ages 25–70
• Open to all ethnicities
• Real ranching, farming, or fence-building experience required
• Comfortable using tools related to ranch work
• Based in or near Calgary
• Available for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Local Calgary commercial project

Background Actors for Casino Resort Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting background actors for an upcoming shoot at a casino resort in Jackson. Producers are seeking diverse talent to appear in commercial scenes that capture an energetic and authentic resort atmosphere. This paid non-union opportunity is ideal for dependable performers comfortable working on set for full production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background actors in commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate in resort and casino-themed environment scenes

Requirements

• Ages 25–70
• Open to Hispanic, Asian, Black, and Caucasian talent
• Non-union performers only
• Must be available for both filming dates
• Comfortable working long production hours
• Able to work in Jackson

Compensation

• $300 for 12 hours
• Additional $50 gas stipend
• Commercial production experience

Executives and Business Professionals for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking talented background actors to portray executives and business professionals in Savannah, Georgia. Casting directors are looking for polished, professional-looking talent to help bring corporate and executive scenes to life on screen. This opportunity is ideal for performers with a confident presence and professional appearance interested in working on a feature film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray executives and business professionals in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professional wardrobe and on-set appearance
• Participate in corporate-style scenes for the feature film

Requirements

• Ages 20s–60s
• Professional and polished appearance
• Comfortable working on a film set
• Must be available to work in Savannah, GA
• Able to follow on-set direction and continuity requirements

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours
• Feature film production experience
• Opportunity to work with a professional film crew

Male Photo Double for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking a Caucasian male photo double for an upcoming shoot in Conyers, Georgia. The role requires someone comfortable portraying a deceased character on camera while working with fake blood effects. Production is looking for talent with light brown to dark blonde hair who closely matches the requested measurements and can confidently work in physically demanding scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a feature film production
• Portray a deceased character in on-camera scenes
• Work comfortably with fake blood and special effects makeup
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity for wardrobe and appearance during filming

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 35–55
• Light brown to dark blonde hair
• Must be comfortable lying on the ground for scenes
• Comfortable working with fake blood effects
• Height: 5’8”
• Pant size: 38/40×28
• Shirt size: 2XL
• Jacket size: 50R
• Neck size: 18
• Shoe size: 12
• Must be available to work in Conyers, GA

Compensation

• $196 for 12 hours
• Feature film experience

Job Description
A large-scale private influencer event for an oat milk brand is now casting distinctive talent for an immersive experiential campaign in New York City. Casting directors are seeking quirky, cinematic, and visually striking individuals with strong personalities and unique energy to help bring the creative concept to life. Talent with editorial, indie, comedic, or character-driven looks are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a private influencer experiential event
• Embody unique and character-driven personas on camera and at the event
• Follow creative direction from the production and event teams
• Maintain professionalism and strong performance energy throughout the production
• Attend wardrobe fittings and event rehearsals if required

Requirements

Awkward Souvenir Collector / Snack Junkie

• Ages 20s–30s
• Nerdy, awkward, lovable energy
• Character-driven features and mannerisms encouraged
• Open ethnicity

Italian Man in the Suit / Newsstand Nester

• Ages 30s–40s
• Caucasian or strong European look
• Dark, bold facial features
• Interesting or expressive mustache preferred
• Stylish yet eccentric energy

Oatmilk Master

• Ages 20s–30s
• Prominent facial features preferred
• Editorial or fashion-forward presence
• Female preferred, but male talent welcome
• Open ethnicity

Jello Shot Jock

• Ages 20s
• Athletic or “boy next door” look
• Comedic timing and expressive personality encouraged
• Open ethnicity

Incognito Wheatpasters (2 Talent Needed)

• Ages 20s
• Williamsburg-inspired indie/artistic vibe
• Tall and lanky preferred
• Quirky and mysterious energy encouraged
• Open ethnicity

Applicants must submit:

• Role applying for
• Top, bottom, and shoe sizes
• Headshots, full-body shots, or comp cards
• Experience and contact information in email body

Compensation

• $33 per hour
• 7–8 hour workday

Job Description
A film production is now casting extras for an upcoming movie filming in Miami, Florida. Casting directors are seeking individuals who are fully available for multiple filming dates, as some extras may be needed repeatedly throughout production. This is a paid opportunity for legally authorized workers interested in on-set film experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a feature film production
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Maintain professionalism during long filming days
• Be available for multiple shoot dates as required
• Participate in repeat filming days if selected

Requirements

• Must be available for all scheduled filming dates
• Must be legally authorized to work
• Comfortable working approximately 10-hour filming days
• Must submit:
  • Recent photo
  • Full name
  • Phone number
  • Email address

Compensation

• $150 flat rate
• Approximately 10-hour filming days

Male Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production filming in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking new male background actors for non-union work on an upcoming shoot. Casting directors are looking for local talent to portray curious neighbors in featured background scenes. This opportunity is ideal for dependable performers who can commit to flexible filming hours and work comfortably on set throughout the day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray neighborhood residents in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Participate in outdoor or indoor production scenes as needed

Requirements

• Male actors only
• One role for a male in his 30s–40s
• One role for a diverse male, ages 30–60
• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area
• Non-union talent only
• Must be available for flexible filming hours
• Comfortable committing to shoots that may exceed 12 hours

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• Professional television set experience