Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Caballero Casting is seeking adults to portray young, hip restaurant patrons for the film TASTE in the New Orleans area. Selected talent will appear as fashionable socialite types attending an up-and-coming, invite-only pop-up restaurant. This is a paid background opportunity for talent who can naturally fit an upscale, trendy restaurant atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guest at a hip, invite-only pop-up restaurant.
• Perform naturally in a busy restaurant scene.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain the appropriate upscale, social atmosphere on camera.

Requirements

• Adults who appear to be in their 20s to 40s.
• Seeking young, hip, socialite types.
• Must be available to work in the New Orleans area.

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours.

Male Restaurant Customers for Commercial

Job Description
Casting male background actors to portray restaurant customers in a commercial for a major restaurant chain filming in Nashville. This role involves creating natural, everyday dining scenes that reflect a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Engage naturally in dining actions and interactions
• Maintain continuity and consistency across takes
• Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–80
• Open to all ethnicities and body types
• Must be local to Nashville, TN
• Comfortable performing in a casual, on-camera environment
• Reliable and able to commit to a full filming day

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours
• Possible $500 upgrade if selected as featured talent
• Non-union project
• Agency fee included

Netflix Series “Trident” Casting Hotel Guests

Job Description

The Netflix series “Trident” is seeking men and women to portray hotel guests in upcoming scenes. This background acting opportunity is open to diverse talent who can help create an authentic hotel environment. Selected performers must attend a mandatory fitting and be available for both required filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hotel guest in background scenes for the Netflix series “Trident.”
• Participate in a hotel evacuation scene.
• Wear the provided costume, including warm pajamas, thermal underwear, and a coat.
• Follow production directions and remain professional throughout filming and fitting.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–60.
• Seeking Asian, African, Arabic, Indian, Latin American, and other diverse ethnicities.
• Must be available for both required shooting days.
• Must attend a mandatory fitting.
• Must not have previously portrayed another role in the series.
• Comfortable portraying a hotel guest during an evacuation sequence.

Compensation

• 2,500 CZK per shooting day.
• 500 CZK for the fitting.

Harlan Coben’s “Myron Bolitar” – Upscale Party Guests

Job Description

A production of Harlan Coben’s “Myron Bolitar” is seeking union and non-union talent to portray upscale, wealthy party guests for scenes filming in Long Island, New York. Background actors will appear in elegant interior and exterior party scenes and should be comfortable portraying sophisticated guests in a high-end social setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale, wealthy guest at an elegant party.
• Perform naturally in interior and exterior background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a polished and professional presence on set.
• Wear appropriate high-end business or cocktail attire for the role.

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union talent.
• Must be available to work as a local hire in Long Island, New York.
• Must be comfortable portraying an upscale, affluent party guest.
• Ability to provide a polished, classic, and sophisticated appearance.
• Must be available for both required filming days.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate details will be discussed with selected talent.

Party Guests for Lifetime Film

Job Description
A Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking male background actors to portray party guests in a small scene filming in East Point, Georgia. Performers should bring natural energy to the setting and be comfortable working as non-speaking background talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a party guest in a background scene.
• Create natural reactions and interactions appropriate for the setting.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male performers.
• Caucasian.
• Ages 24–50.
• Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.

Extras to Play Patrons at Upscale Trattoria

Job Description
A production is seeking fresh faces to portray patrons at an upscale trattoria for an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for performers who have not worked on this production before and want to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in a natural and realistic way

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

• Be punctual and prepared for the shoot day

Requirements

• Performers ages 28+

• Must be a new face (not previously cast in this production)

• Must be comfortable working in a restaurant environment

Compensation

• Paid background extra role

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Single Mom for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial is casting a female actor to portray a single mom in a heartfelt and relatable role. This character should feel warm, grounded, and authentic, with strong on-screen chemistry.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a single mother in lifestyle scenes
• Interact naturally with child actor(s) on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver a warm and engaging performance

Requirements

• Female, ages 30–40
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must have a maternal, relatable presence
• Comfortable working with children on set
• Local to Nashville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $500 for up to 12 hours

Teen Girls Casting Call for Restaurant Commercial

Job Description
A restaurant commercial is seeking African American female teens for an upcoming production filming in Miami, Florida. This nationwide search includes travel support, and selected talent will participate in a professionally produced advertisement. The project is looking for authentic, relatable teens who can bring natural energy and personality to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial advertisement
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in rehearsals, fittings, and shoot days
• Maintain a natural and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements

• African American female teens
• Ages 13–16 (or those who can convincingly portray this age range)
• Comfortable on camera and taking direction
• Must be available during the production window
• Must be able to travel if selected

Compensation

• Session Fee: $1,000
• Rehearsal/Table Read: $150 (if applicable, up to 2 hours)
• Fitting Fee: $150 (2-hour fitting prior to shoot)
• Additional Session: $250 (if applicable)
• Usage Fee: $3,500 if featured in final materials
• Social Buy Usage: $200 if included in final materials
• Travel Days: $500 per day (if applicable)
• Haircut Fee: Up to $150 with receipt
• Agency Fee: 20%

Background Actors for National Restaurant Chain Commercial

Job Description

A national restaurant chain commercial is seeking experienced background actors in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. This non-union production is looking for a diverse group of performers across a wide range of ages and backgrounds to create an authentic restaurant environment. Adults, children, and older adult or grandparent types are especially encouraged for this paid commercial background opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national restaurant commercial.
• Perform natural actions and interactions appropriate to a restaurant setting.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for a full production day that may extend beyond eight hours.

Requirements

• Ages 6 through 70s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Especially seeking men and women ages 30–45.
• Especially seeking children ages 6–10.
• Older adult and grandparent types are encouraged.
• Must have previous background acting experience.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Must have full-day availability and be prepared for up to 12 or more hours on set.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.
• $15.625 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.