Background Casting Calls (Updated: September 29, 2025)

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Current & Upcoming Background Casting Calls (Sep 29, 2025)

Project Title	Role	Location	Day	Look Details	Submit
African-American Male Living in Rhode Island Needed	African American Male in 30’s with Daughter (8 y.o.)	Providence, RI, United States	TBD (deadline Sep 30)	Portray father of 7–9 y.o. medical patient; real father/daughter pair preferred; must live in RI	Submit Here
Background Casting Call for Upcoming Production	Background actors	Kelowna & West Kelowna, BC, Canada	Weekdays Oct 1–10, 2025	Legally entitled to work in Canada; weekday availability required	Submit Here
Seeking Extras for Upcoming Film	Extras (Film Premiere crowd)	London, ON, Canada	Oct 1, 2025 (Wed)	Dress to impress; submit photo with outfit; subject line “GLAM OHFP”	Submit Here
Extras Acting Job in Upcoming Shoot	Students (hallway scenes)	Cedar Hill, TX, United States	Oct 4, 2025 (Sat)	Wear a backpack; filming at Cedar Hill High School	Submit Here
Casting Extras to Act as Models in Short Movie “Taffeta”	Models (extras)	Allendale, MI, United States	Oct 3 (photoshoot), Oct 5 (fashion show)	4–5 extras as models; experience not required	Submit Here
Casting Active and Reserve Military for Paramount+ “Lioness”	Active/Reserve Military (background)	Fort Worth, TX, United States	TBD	Submit headshot (no hats/sunglasses) and full-body; include military experience	Submit Here
Seeking Real Couples for Upcoming Episode	Real couples (background)	Albuquerque, NM, United States	October 2025 (TBD)	“Past homecoming king & queen” types; submit names, ages, photo, contact, location	Submit Here
Background Talent Needed for Project	Extras (event)	Chicago, IL, United States	October 2025 (TBD)	Indoor venue; non-union/unpaid with IMDb credit	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Country Artists	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Featured spots; submit photos, clothing sizes, contact	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Bands	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Featured spots; some solo, some backing up cast	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Single Musicians (various types)	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Featured; musicians of various types	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Police Officer	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	“Texas Ranger” types; cowboy hat a bonus; tough cowboy look	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	K-9 Officers	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Real K-9 officers	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Real Photographers & Production Staff	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Real photographers/crew willing to try acting	Submit Here
Extras Casting for an Upcoming Project	Country Music Fans (18–25, female)	Atlanta, GA, United States	TBD	Portray very featured fans of an artist	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Drive-In Restaurant Patrons	Norman, OK, United States	Oct 2, 2025 (Thu)	~10 people	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Diner Patron	Oklahoma City, OK, United States	Oct 6, 2025 (Mon)	~15 people	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Bonfire Party Goers	Spencer, OK, United States	Oct 22–23, 2025 (Wed–Thu)	~150 people; one night shoot spans both days	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Groping Couple	Spencer, OK, United States	Oct 23, 2025 (Thu)	Prefer real couple (kissing)	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Church Goers (Families)	Tecumseh, OK, United States	Oct 27, 2025 (Mon)	~80 people; no children under 13	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Prayer Group	Tecumseh, OK, United States	Oct 28, 2025 (Tue)	~20 people	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Classmates (HS look)	Oklahoma City area, OK, United States	Oct 30, 2025 (Thu)	Must look like high school students; ~25 people	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	Police Officers	Oklahoma City, OK, United States	Oct 31, 2025 (Fri)	~5 people	Submit Here
“South of Stillwater” (Feature)	EMTs	Oklahoma City, OK, United States	Oct 14, 2025 (Tue)	~2 people	Submit Here

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Why Topsheet Is the Easiest Way to Do Background Casting (and Why It’s Free)

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How to Become a Background Actor with Topsheet (Fast Step-by-Step)

Create your profile (10 minutes).
Upload a recent headshot, a clear full-body photo, and complete your sizes (height, chest/bust, waist, inseam, shoe). Add skills (e.g., musician, sports, dance), driver’s license, and vehicle if applicable.

Set your location & availability.
Production coordinators filter by city radius, dates, and call-time flexibility (early call/night shoots). Keep this accurate to appear in more searches.

Enable notifications.
Opt into email/SMS alerts for roles that match your profile (gender, age range, ethnicity, look, wardrobe, union status).

Apply quickly & follow instructions.
When a call posts (e.g., “dress to impress” or “bring a backpack”), follow it exactly. It signals reliability.

Arrive set-ready.
Bring required wardrobe/props, keep your ID/I-9 docs ready, and expect to be on-set for the full day.

Get paid through Topsheet.
Complete your smart timecard in the app; your payment and tax forms (W-4/W-9) are handled digitally.

Tips to Book More Background Casting

Photos matter. Use recent, well-lit photos; avoid sunglasses/hats unless the role requests them.

Wardrobe notes. Keep a short list of wardrobe you can bring on short notice (suit, casual, sporty, formal).

Skills & looks. If you play an instrument or have a uniform (nurse, police, military), list it—those roles get priority.

Reliability = rehire. Casting networks and coordinators remember reliable background actors; on-time arrival and professional conduct get you called back.

Union vs. Non-Union. Topsheet supports both. If you’re SAG-AFTRA or considering becoming union, keep your voucher history organized.

Where Background Casting Calls Are Found (and How Topsheet Fits In)

There are several well-known places to discover Background Casting opportunities, including major Casting Networks and services such as Central Casting. Topsheet complements these by offering a free, privacy-first profile that productions can use to cast and then pay you seamlessly—no fees to you, the background actor.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Background Actors)

Is Topsheet free for background actors?
Yes. Topsheet is the payroll company, so background actors do not pay to use our platform or to access casting calls.

Do I need prior experience?
No. Many productions hire reliable, new background actors—especially for crowd scenes. Clear photos and following directions matter most.

Will Topsheet help me get cast?
We host and facilitate Background Casting for productions using our payroll. You’ll see those calls and can be booked and paid through one system.

How fast do I get paid?
Once your timecard is approved, payroll runs on the production’s schedule (often weekly). You’ll see status and paystubs in your Topsheet account.

Do you sell my data or charge hidden fees?
No. We’re the EOR/payroll provider; no hidden fees to background actors and no data selling.

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Background Casting Calls