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Background actor jobs are open across film, television, and commercial production, from one-day walk-on roles to recurring featured extra positions, with opportunities in drama, comedy, and reality formats at all experience levels. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
We are looking for individuals to take part in fun, comical, and warm-hearted social media video content. Staged sketches and skits, uploaded to Facebook, Youtube, Tiktok, and Instagram. This is a supporting role that involves assisting with video setup and appearing in videos. Roles may vary depending on demand, but you will never be asked to do anything unsafe, illegal, or inappropriate.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys acting/performing, has a good sense of humor, and is comfortable on camera.
Details:
- Position: Part-time, filming every week
- Hours: 3–5 hours per day, starting at 11 am
- Pay: $22/hour
- Location: Henderson, NV
How to Apply:
Please send your headshot and a brief introduction about yourself to Wellingtonmgmtllc@gmail.com.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in background actor jobs.
- Ability to follow on-set direction quickly and stay in character during long takes
- Flexible availability including early morning calls, evenings, and weekends on short notice
- Reliable transportation to reach filming locations not served by public transit
- Ability to stand, walk, or perform repeated actions for extended periods on set
- Wardrobe range that includes business formal, period-appropriate, or costume-ready clothing
- SAG-AFTRA membership or willingness to work as a non-union background performer
Tips for Your Background Actor Job Search
Build a versatile look portfolio fast
Casting directors for background work select heavily on appearance and type. Prepare a simple set of current photos showing your natural look in neutral clothing, a dressed-up option, and a casual option so you can submit quickly when listings specify a wardrobe type or era.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists background actor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
List every special skill you have
Productions cast background actors specifically for skills like driving stick shift, playing a musical instrument, speaking a second language, or wearing period-accurate uniforms. Add every skill to your resume even if it seems minor, because a niche ability can win a booking over a general submission.
Read each notice carefully before arriving
Background actor call sheets specify exact wardrobe requirements, check-in times, and location addresses that differ from the filming address. Missing a wardrobe note or arriving at a base camp instead of set can result in dismissal before you work, so confirm every detail the night before.
Follow up with central casting after each job
After completing a day on set, send a brief note to the casting coordinator noting the production name, your role, and your availability going forward. Background actors who communicate availability directly after a job are more likely to receive recall requests for the same production.
Know your union eligibility before you accept
Some background roles are SAG-AFTRA covered, which affects your day rate, voucher accumulation, and future union eligibility. Before accepting a booking, confirm whether the production is union or non-union so you don't inadvertently become Fi-Core or trigger an eligibility issue on a future project.
Background Actor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most background actors?
Meta, Bridges Health, and Chicago Bubble Show are hiring the most background actors right now, with openings concentrated in Illinois, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts frequently as productions open and close, so checking current listings regularly gives you the most accurate picture.
How many background actor jobs are remote?
About 67% of background actor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, largely limited to voice-over sessions, virtual crowd productions, and certain commercial projects filmed with remote extras. The vast majority of background work requires physical presence on a film, television, or commercial set.
How do you become a background actor?
Start by gathering current headshots and a simple resume listing your physical description, special skills, and any on-set experience. Submit to casting calls that match your look and availability, and show up on set on time, in the requested wardrobe, ready to follow direction. Accumulating set days builds your resume and can eventually make you eligible for union membership through voucher accumulation on SAG-AFTRA productions.
Can you get hired as a background actor with no experience?
Yes, most background actor roles do not require prior set experience, and many productions actively seek first-timers for authenticity in crowd scenes and everyday settings. What matters more is your availability, your ability to follow direction quickly, and whether your look fits the production's needs. Listing any special skills, languages, or distinctive physical attributes strengthens your submission even without a credit history.
What does the background actor interview process look like?
Most background actor bookings skip a traditional interview entirely. You submit photos and a brief profile to a casting coordinator, who matches your look to the production's needs and books you directly. For featured extra or stand-in roles, there may be a brief in-person or video fitting to check your look against the principal actor or scene requirements before a formal offer is made.
Where can I find and apply to background actor jobs?
You can find and apply to background actor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your availability, location, and look, then apply directly to each listing to get your submission in front of the production or casting team.
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