Extra Jobs in New York, New York
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Real College Students for Tech & Lifestyle Commercial Campaign
Job Description
A leading tech and lifestyle brand is now casting real college students for an upcoming non-union commercial and social media campaign filming in Southern California. Production is seeking authentic Gen Z talent with vibrant personalities who feel comfortable being themselves on camera in a fun and relatable commercial environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in commercial and social media campaign shoots
- Appear in lifestyle-focused scenes portraying real college students
- Interact naturally with fellow cast members on camera
- Follow creative direction from the production team
- Bring authentic energy and personality to filming
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- Currently attending college
- Comfortable appearing on camera
- Outgoing and energetic personality
- Strong natural presence and relatability
- Able to work in the Los Angeles area
- Passionate about social and lifestyle content
Compensation
- $500 guaranteed pay
- Non-union commercial campaign
- Social media and lifestyle brand exposure
- Filming in Southern California
Brand Ambassadors for HYROX Brand Activation Event
Job Description
A live brand activation event in New York City is seeking energetic and outgoing brand ambassadors to support a beverage sampling campaign during HYROX. Talent will engage with attendees and surrounding foot traffic while promoting brand awareness in a fast-paced, high-energy event environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Distribute beverage samples to event attendees and pedestrians
- Engage consumers in a friendly and professional manner
- Create excitement and awareness around the brand
- Assist with activation support and event pacing updates
- Maintain a polished and enthusiastic presence throughout the event
Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Outgoing and energetic personality
- Comfortable approaching consumers in high-traffic areas
- Professional and reliable attitude
- Event marketing or brand ambassador experience preferred
- Comfortable working in outdoor event environments
Compensation
- $75 flat rate for on-site backup role
- $33/hour if activated for full 6-hour shift
- Up to $50/day reimbursed with receipt
- Backup pay provided within 24 hours if not activated
- Event located at Pier 76 at Hudson River Park in New York City
Officer 2 – True Crime Recreation Series
Job Description
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee is casting male talent of any ethnicity to portray a law enforcement officer. Actors should be physically fit and comfortable participating in dramatic crime reenactment scenes for television.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a police officer in scripted reenactment scenes
- Follow production and director instructions
- Participate in procedural and crime scene sequences
- Deliver realistic on-camera performance
Requirements
- Male talent of any ethnicity
- Physically fit appearance
- Comfortable portraying law enforcement
- Reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- $150/day
- Non-union production
- Filming in Knoxville, Tennessee
Officer 1 – True Crime Recreation Series
Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking a physically fit Black male actor to portray a law enforcement officer. This role is ideal for performers comfortable with dramatic reenactments and on-camera procedural scenes for network television.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a law enforcement officer in recreation scenes
- Perform natural and believable on-camera movements
- Follow production direction during filming
- Participate in crime scene reenactment sequences
Requirements
- Black male talent
- Physically fit appearance
- Comfortable portraying law enforcement
- Able to perform in dramatic reenactment scenes
- Professional attitude on set
Compensation
- $150/day
- Non-union production
- Filming in Knoxville, Tennessee
Featured Male Role – Best Friend at Bachelor Party for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film production is casting a featured male actor to portray the best friend of the lead actor during bachelor party scenes filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This director-selected role is ideal for performers with strong on-camera presence who can bring natural energy and authenticity to a fun social environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the lead actor’s best friend in bachelor party scenes
- Participate in featured social and nightlife sequences
- Follow director and production team instructions
- Maintain continuity throughout filming
- Deliver authentic reactions and natural on-camera performance
Requirements
- Male talent only
- Ages 28–38
- Open to all ethnicities
- Comfortable performing in party-style scenes
- Strong camera presence and professional attitude
- Must provide current close-up and full-length photos
- Available for split-call filming schedule
- Must be comfortable with evening and late-night filming hours
- Director approval required for final casting
Compensation
- $200 for 12 hours
- Featured role in a feature film
- Filming in Atlanta, Georgia
- Professional on-set acting opportunity
College-Age Background Actors for TV Series “Frisco King”
Job Description
A television series filming in Dallas is now casting college-age background actors for non-speaking roles in upcoming university scenes. Production is seeking energetic young talent in the DFW area who can bring an authentic student atmosphere to the set. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and students looking to gain on-set experience in a professional TV production.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray college students in background scenes
- Follow on-set direction from production staff
- Maintain continuity during filming
- Arrive prepared for a full production day
- Participate in university campus scenes for television
Requirements
- Ages 18–23
- Must be located in the DFW area
- Comfortable working as a background actor
- Available for up to 12 hours of filming
- Professional attitude and reliable availability
Compensation
- Paid background acting role
- Opportunity to work on a television series
- Filming at a university in Dallas
- Gain professional on-set experience
Football Stand-In – Tight End
Job Description
An athletic apparel project filming in Los Angeles is looking for a Caucasian male football stand-in to portray a tight end in upcoming production scenes. This opportunity is ideal for athletic talent with a football background and strong on-camera presence.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a football stand-in during filming
- Follow all production and continuity instructions
- Participate in wardrobe fittings
- Assist production with scene setup and blocking
Requirements
- Caucasian man
- Height: 6’5”
- Weight: Approximately 235 lbs
- Athletic physique with football experience preferred
- Must be available for scheduled fitting and filming dates
Compensation
- $750 session payment
- $200 fitting rate
- Possible increase to $2,500 including buyout if selected as a body double
Football Stand-In – Wide Receiver or Quarterback
Job Description
A Los Angeles athletic apparel production is now casting an African American male football stand-in for an upcoming shoot. Production is seeking talent with a strong athletic appearance to portray a wide receiver or quarterback in off-camera scenes.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a football stand-in/body double
- Follow blocking and production direction
- Attend required wardrobe fittings
- Maintain continuity between scenes
Requirements
- African American man, ages 18–30
- Height: 6’3” and approximately 200 lbs
- Must resemble a wide receiver or quarterback
- Longer hair styles preferred, including locs, braids, or plaits
- Must be available for filming and fitting dates
Compensation
- $750 session rate
- $200 fitting payment
- Opportunity for $2,500 rate including buyout if selected as a camera body double
Volleyball Stand-In
Job Description
A major athletic apparel production in Los Angeles is hiring an African American female volleyball stand-in for an upcoming commercial-style shoot. Selected talent will work closely with the production team as an off-camera stand-in/body double.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a volleyball stand-in during filming
- Follow production instructions on set
- Participate in wardrobe fitting sessions
- Help maintain scene continuity during production
Requirements
- African American woman, ages 18–30
- Height: 6’4”
- Athletic build and volleyball experience preferred
- Must be available for filming and fitting dates
- Comfortable working long production hours
Compensation
- $750 session rate as a stand-in
- $200 fitting rate
- Potential increase to $2,500 including buyout if filmed as a body double
Basketball Stand-In
Job Description
A Los Angeles production for an athletic apparel project is seeking an African American female basketball stand-in for an upcoming shoot. Talent will work off-camera as a stand-in/body double for production scenes. This is a paid opportunity for experienced performers who match the production’s physical requirements.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a basketball stand-in during production
- Follow on-set direction from the crew and production team
- Maintain continuity throughout filming
- Attend wardrobe fitting and scheduled shoot days
Requirements
- African American woman, ages 18–30
- Height: 6’1”
- Athletic appearance and basketball experience preferred
- Must be available for one workday between the production dates
- Must be available for a wardrobe fitting
Compensation
- $750 for session work as a stand-in
- $200 for fitting
- Rate may increase to $2,500 including buyout if selected as a camera body double


