Extra Jobs in New York, New York

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

Male Actor for Short Film “A Partial Want”

Job Description
An upcoming short film titled “A Partial Want” is urgently casting a male actor for a dramatic role filming in New York City. Producers are seeking a talented young performer who can deliver emotional depth, charm, and strong on-screen intensity in a character-driven story.

This project is ideal for actors comfortable exploring emotionally layered performances and intimate dramatic scenes in an independent short film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead male character in a dramatic short film
• Perform emotionally intense and nuanced scenes on camera
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Participate in self-tape auditions and casting submissions
• Bring subtlety, authenticity, and emotional realism to the role

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 18–22
• Strong dramatic acting skills required
• Comfortable with emotional intensity and closeness in scenes
• Must be able to portray a charming yet emotionally conflicted character
• Headshot, resume, and short self-tape required for submission
• Must be available for filming in New York City

Compensation

• Opportunity to star in an independent short film
• Professional on-camera acting experience
• Two shoot nights scheduled in New York, NY

Delivery Driver for Paid Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A paid commercial production is urgently casting a delivery driver role for an upcoming shoot in North London. Casting directors are seeking friendly, natural performers who can confidently portray an approachable delivery driver on camera.

This opportunity is ideal for talent with strong personality, natural acting ability, and comfort performing in casual commercial-style scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friendly delivery driver in a commercial production
• Perform natural and relatable on-camera interactions
• Submit a self-tape role-play performance for casting consideration
• Follow creative direction during filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

Requirements

• Comfortable performing in a natural delivery driver role
• Must submit a one-minute self-tape audition
• Strong personality and friendly energy preferred
• Must be available for filming in North London
• Reliable and professional applicants encouraged to apply

Compensation

• £250 paid opportunity
• Shoot scheduled for a morning or afternoon session
• Professional commercial production experience

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

African American Male Body Double for Non-Union Production

Job Description
A non-union production filming in the GTA is seeking an African American male body double for an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for talent who closely matches the specified physical measurements and appearance for on-camera body double work in a professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for production scenes
• Match the physical appearance and build required for continuity
• Follow on-set direction from production staff
• Participate in filming for up to 10 hours
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• African American male
• Ages 20–45
• Approximately 6’1” and 182 lbs
• Medium to slender build
• Bald head required
• Must be able to self-drive within the GTA
• Comfortable working long filming hours
• Reliable and professional attitude on set

Compensation

• $600 rate
• 10-hour filming day plus 1-hour lunch
• Overtime pay if applicable
• Non-union production opportunity

Customer Role for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking talent to portray customers in upcoming scenes filming in Savannah, Georgia. Casting directors are looking for men and women with natural, everyday appearances to help create authentic retail and public environment scenes for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray customers in feature film scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity during filming
• Participate in background and featured environment scenes
• Arrive prepared and professional for filming days

Requirements

• Ages 18–50s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing on camera in public setting scenes
• Reliable and professional attitude on set
• Must be available for filming in Savannah, Georgia

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours per day
• Paid feature film opportunity
• Filming in Savannah, Georgia
• Professional on-set experience