July 2010

20th Century Fox extras casting call for 'The Big Valley' in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Filming begins the first week of August, 2010 on the 20th Century Fox feature film 'The Big Valley' in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Based on the hit 1960's TV series about a California ranching family in the Wild West days, The Big Valley is a Western period piece set in the late 1800's.

The extras casting company in Louisiana is currently casting Baton Rouge area locals to appear in the film as background actors. There is no requirement that you be able to ride a horse in this film, as stunt performers will be the only people on horseback. Ladies will be in CORSETS all day and men will be in WOOL all day. This is not for everyone. It will be hot.

Here is specifically what they are looking for:

Men: Rough looking, weathered, natural build, lean, tall, no tattoos, ages 18 and up. No muscular guys.

Women: No dyed hair, no bleach blondes, no visible tattoos, ages 18-up.

Size requirements:

Men: Slender, 5'10 - 6'3. Between 32 - 38 waist only. Must be able to grow facial hair.

Women: Sizes 4,6, and 8. Between 5'5-5'10. No bigger than size 8 shoes please.

To be considered for extra work on The Big Valley, email a color snapshot and contact information to the following:

bigvalleyextras@gmail.com

Please DO NOT submit if you are not located near Baton Rouge, Louisiana and fit the descriptions above.

Casting directors will be making selections and having fittings the last week of July.

Crew Member Hiring (Louisiana):

CREW MEMBER resumes ONLY should be sent to:

sanford2hampton@aol.com

Principal Actor Casting (Los Angeles):

See the post titled Headshot and Resume Information regarding how to submit for acting roles.

Please submit photos and resumes by mail only.
No phone calls or personal drop-offs.

Sheila Jaffe
c/o Drama 3/4 Productions
6762 Lexington Ave., Ste. B
Hollywood, CA 90038

Extras Casting (Louisiana):

Caballero Casting, LLC
9522 Brookline Drive
Suite E
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
No phone calls or drop-offs.

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

20th Century Fox Film Corporation
10201 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035

Arclight Films
8447 Wilshire Blvd.
Stuite 101
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Fish Weir Filmworks
11377 West Olympic Blvd.
2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90064

Big Valley Films, LLC
6762 Lexington Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Big Valley Films, LLC
Baton Rouge Production Office
9522 Brookline Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Producers: Straw Weisman, Kate Edelman Johnson

Writer/Director: Daniel Adams

Starring:

Jessica Lange
Richard Dreyfuss
Ryan Phillippe
Travis Fimmel
Stephen Moyer
Lorraine Nicholson
Lee Majors
Bruce Dern

Story:

A feature film version of based on the 60's Western series, which ran on ABC from 1965-69, following Victoria Barkley the matriarch of a ranching family in the 1870s San Joaquin Valley. When a dispute between the Southern Pacific railroad and the lease holding ranchers along their train line sparks into open warfare, the Barkleys have to decide between siding with their neighbors, or siding with the all-powerful railroad.

Free 'The Business of Background Acting' Workshop for Michigan Residents

There is currently a large amount of filming that takes place in the State of Michigan due to the tax incentives given to the studios. The growth of the film industry in Michigan is expected to continue indefinitely. One of the top extras casting agencies in the state is offering free workshops for the community, giving people the opportunity to learn the ins-and-outs of working as a background performer in film and television.

This is the 10th workshop JR Galactic will host in Michigan. They have been praised by members of the Screen Actors Guild, Producers Guild of America, and the Michigan Film Office for preparing Michigan residents for work on a professional set.

Producers hire JR Galactic for Extras Casting support because they know their Talent is prepared and reliable. Thanks to the program, their Extras have proper set etiquette and arrive on set early, with the correct wardrobe and attitude. Participants of the workshop have priority casting consideration with JR Galactic.

Extras casting in Oakland and Los Angeles for feature film 'Moneyball' starring Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt to portray general manager Billy Beane of Oakland A's
Photo: W.W. Norton & Company Inc.

The production company for the Columbia Pictures feature film 'Moneyball' is seeking local SF Bay Area SAG and Non-Union adults, 18 years old and above to appear in the film as background actors. Shooting on the film will be mostly nights between July 26, 2010 – August 5, 2010 in Oakland. There will also be extras casting in Los Angeles for the scenes filmed there.

To sign up to be an extra in Moneyball, please visit the following website:

Be In a Movie

This production is the film adaptation of the winning novel, “Moneyball” by Michael Lewis.

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

Moneyball Production Office
Sony Studios
10202 Washington Blvd.
Robert Young Building
Room 3700
Culver City, CA 90232

Columbia Pictures
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

Michael De Luca Productions
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

Scott Rudin Productions
500 S. Buena Vista Street
Old Animation Bldg.
Room 2H
Burbank, CA 91521

Principal Actor Casting (Completed):

Francine Maisler
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Sidney Poitier Bldg.
Suite 3200
Culver City, CA 90232

Extras Casting (Los Angeles):

Chris Bustard
Central Casting
220 S Flower Street
Burbank, CA 91502
Do not send photos and resumes to Chris at Central.
You must register in person.
Registration Info: (818) 562-2755

Producers: Michael De Luca, Scott Rudin, Rachael Horovitz, Greg Jacobs

Director: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin Wright

Story:

Billy Beane, general manager of MLB's Oakland A's and protagonist of Moneyball, had a problem: how to win in the Major Leagues with a budget that's smaller than that of nearly every other team. Conventional wisdom long held that big name, highly athletic hitters and young pitchers with rocket arms were the ticket to success. But Beane and his staff, buoyed by massive amounts of carefully interpreted statistical data, believed that wins could be had by more affordable methods such as hitters with high on-base percentage and pitchers who get lots of ground outs. Given this information and a tight budget, Beane defied tradition and his own scouting department to build winning teams of young affordable players and inexpensive castoff veterans. Hill will play Beane's statistics-savvy assistant Paul De Podesta.

Feature film 'Touchback' casting call for extras in Grand Rapids, MI

For the updated casting call for 'Touchback' in Grand Rapids, Michigan go to the following post:

Touchback Casting Call Michigan

New ABC series 'My Generation' extras casting call in Austin, TX

Watch the ABC series 'My Generation' Thursdays at 8pm this Fall
ABC My Generation Cast Photo

The ABC television series 'My Generation' is currently casting extras for several upcoming scenes. They need people for full day availability, as they currently do not have call times. You must be a Texas Resident with proof such as a Texas Driver's License or ID, Texas Voter's Registration Card, or a Texas College ID. Filming takes place in Austin, TX and is under AFTRA contract. Union and non-union submissions accepted.

Casting Directors are specifically seeking the following:

● Skateboarders: Male, all ethnicities, age range 15-19, who know how do to do tricks. Tentatively shooting July 23rd.
● Pregnant Women: All ethnicities, Women who are pretty far along and their husbands/boyfriends for a birthing class. Tentatively shooting July 15th.
● Hair Metal Types: Male and Female, all ethnicities, ages 20-30. Must be comfortable in leather. Looking for lots of hair. Think 80s hair metal bands. Tentatively shooting July 16th.

If you are interested in working on 'My Generation', please email your name, contact information, age range, the role you are applying for and a photo of yourself to:

onlocationcasting@yahoo.com

Please put MY GEN in the subject line.

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

ABC Studios
500 S. Buena Vista Street
Burbank, CA 91521

The Littlefield Company
500 S. Buena Vista Street
Mail Code 1835
Burbank, CA 91521

Principal Actor Casting (Los Angeles):

See the post titled Headshot and Resume Information regarding how to submit for acting roles.

Please submit photos and resumes by mail only. No phone calls or personal drop-offs.

David Rapaport
5300 Melrose Ave.
Design Center, Suite 407
Hollywood, CA 90038

Extras Casting (Texas):

On Location Casting
Register with On Location Casting for future extra work in Austin, TX.

Producers: Noah Hawley, Warren Littlefield, Henrik Bastin, Peter Magnasson, Martin Piersson

Director: Various Directors are used.

Starring: Keir O'Donnell, Michael Stahl-David, Julian Morris, Daniella Alonso

Story:

What a difference ten years can make. In 2000, a documentary crew follows a disparate group of high school students from Greenbelt High School in Austin, TX as they prepare for graduation, then revisits these former classmates ten years later as they return home to rediscover that just because they’re not where they planned doesn’t mean they’re not right where they need to be. These students couldn't wait to graduate and head out into the real world. But the world they were entering got very real very fast. As these classmates return home to revisit their old hopes for their future, they'll discover that, even if you don't get exactly what you thought you wanted out of life, it’s not too late to get what you need.

Robert Pattinson film 'Water for Elephants' casting extras in Chattanooga, TN

Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen
Photo: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill

*** Casting Completed ***

Fox 2000 Pictures and Flashpoint Entertainment are currently in production on the feature film Water for Elephants, which stars Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon. Water For Elephants is based on the book of the same title by Sara Gruen. The film is being directed by Francis Lawrence, who is also set to direct Snow and the Seven for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

The extras casting directors for 'Water for Elephants' are seeking peaple who live in or near Chattanooga, Tennessee to appear as background actors in the film.

Chattanooga Extras Casting Call Details

Here are the specific needs:

Men: Caucasion, age 25-50. In good shape, willing to get a haircut - short on the sides. Must either live in or close to Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Kids: Caucasian girls, age 9-11 years old. Caucasian boys age 7-15 years old. Must be willing to get a haircut. Must either live in or close to Chattanooga.

If you’re interested in applying to be an extra, you can contact the casting company ASAP with a 5"x7"color snapshot and contact information:

Filming will take place from July 30, 2010 through August 2, 2010 in Chattanooga, TN.

Extras Casting Company:

Kristan Berona
Sande Alessi Casting

Crew Hiring:

The production company in also looking for experienced carpenters/scenics/greensmen only. The film will be shooting in the Chattanooga, TN region at the end of July 2010. The production has asked that all resumes be submitted to the Tennessee Film, Entertainment & Music Commission by e-mail at tn.film@tn.gov or fax at 615-741-5554.

To submit for Principal Acting Roles, please visit the following site:

Acting Auditions

Production Companies:
Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

FOX 2000
10201 W. Pico Blvd.
Building 78
Los Angeles, CA 90035

Gil Netter Productions
1645 Abbott Kinney Blvd.
Suite 320
Venice, CA 90291

Flashpoint Entertainment
9150 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 247
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Producers: Andrew Tennenbaum, Gil Netter, Erwin Stoff

Director: Francis Lawrence

Starring:

Reese Witherspoon
Robert Pattinson
Christoph Waltz

Story:

As a young man, Jacob Jankowski was tossed by fate onto a rickety train that was home to the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth. It was the early part of the great Depression, and for Jacob, now ninety, the circus world he remembers was both his salvation and a living hell. A veterinary student just shy of a degree, he was put in charge of caring for the circus menagerie. It was there that he met Marlena, the beautiful equestrian star married to August, the charismatic but twisted animal trainer. And he met Rosie, an untrainable elephant who was the great gray hope for this third-rate traveling show. The bond that grew among this unlikely trio was one of love and trust, and, ultimately, it was their only hope for survival.

Universal Pictures 'Battleship' open casting calls for extras in Hawaii

The upcoming Universal Pictures epic naval action adventure 'Battleship' is holding open casting calls in Hawaii for Military Personnel/Spouses and Children of all ages and any ethnicity to work as paid background actors on the film. Battleship is being directed by Peter Berg, who has directed such films as Hancock, The Kingdom, and The Rundown.

The film is based on the mega-popular Hasbro board game Battleship, and the action unfolds in the sky, across the seas, and over land as our planet battles for survival against a superior alien force.

Open Casting Call Details

Where:

Bloch Arena Basketball Court
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
From H-1, Nimitz or Kamehameha Highways exit Naval Base.
Turn right right after sentry.

When:

Saturday July 10, 2010
10:00am - 6:00pm

Sunday July 11, 2010
12:00pm - 6:00pm

Family members should wear casual attire. Military personnel may wear their uniform and have their photo taken, or wear casual attire and bring a headshot and full length photo of themselves in uniform. All photos will be kept on file.

ARMY: Class B
MARINE CORPS: Class C
NAVY: Summer White (E7 and above), Service Uniform (E6 and below)
COAST GUARD: Tropical Blue

The open casting call will only take a few minutes. You will be given information about the film, have you fill out an application form, and take your photo. No phone calls, any questions you have can be asked at the open call.

You may be needed to work 1 - 3 days in September and/or October, 2010. The exact dates are to be determined. All Military personnel are required to be on leave status to work on this film. Shooting will take place in Oahu.

See the post titled Headshot and Resume Information regarding how to submit for principal acting roles.

Please submit photos and resumes by mail only.
No phone calls or personal drop-offs.

Principal Actor Casting (Los Angeles):

Linda Lowy
John Brace
4151 Prospect Ave.
Cottages, Room 105
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Principal Actor Casting (Hawaii):

Judith Bouley
"Battleship" Casting
33 S. King Street
Suite 513
Honolulu, HI 96813

Extra Casting (Hawaii):

Katie Doyle-Hummel
"Battleship" Extras Casting
33 S. King Street
Suite 513
Honolulu, HI 96813

Crew Member Hiring (Louisiana):

NBC Universal’s feature film Battleship is currently considering local crew resumes in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area.

Please send resumes to: hopperBR@gmail.com

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort will the temporary headquarters for the production, however there are no walk-ins allowed.

Universal Pictures
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608

Hasbro Inc.
100 Universal City Plaza
Bldg. 5184
Universal City, CA 91608

Hopper Productions
1526 Cloverfield Blvd.
Stuite E
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Scott Stuber Company
100 Universal City Plaza
Bungalow 4171
Universal City, CA 91608

Film 44
1526 Cloverfield Blvd.
Suite D
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Producers: Peter Berg, Scott Stuber, Brian Goldner, Bennett Schneir, Sarah Aubrey

Director: Peter Berg

Starring: Taylor Kitsch

Story:

A contemporary story of an international five-ship fleet engaged in a very dynamic, violent and intense battle against an alien race is known as The Regents. They come from a world similar to ours, and aren’t actually looking to take over humanity or the planet Earth. Instead, they’re on a mission to build a power source in the ocean, which is where they come in contact with a navy fleet. The film will also show us both sides of the story—from the aliens’ perspective, as well as the humans.

Extras casting call for Jodi Foster feature film 'The Beaver' in White Plains, NY

Jodie Foster will direct and star in 'The Beaver'
Photo: Wikimedia Commons

The background actor casting director for the upcoming Summit Entertainment feature film 'The Beaver' starring and directed by Jody Foster is seeking extras to shoot a graduation scene. They are specifically needing residents in the White Plains area that may have just graduated from White Plains High School and their local family and friends. All ethnicities, ages 16-18 years old for graduates and 18-80 for attendees. Please note that if you are under the age of 18 and chosen to be in the film you will need to obtain a NY state minors work permit that can be obtained online.

Please send recent snapshot, basic stats, and contact info to:

thebeaver@gwcnyc.com

Please only submit if you are a US citizen and have full day availability on Thursday July 8th, 2010.

See the post titled Headshot and Resume Information regarding how to submit for principal acting roles.

Please submit photos and resumes by mail only.
No phone calls or personal drop-offs.

Principal Actor Casting:

Avy Kaufman
The Beaver Casting
180 Varick Street
16th Floor
New York, NY 10014

Extras Casting:

Grant Wilfley Casting
123 West 18th Street
8th Floor
New York, NY 10011

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies (they will most likely end up in the trash can), they do not cast the films. They hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

Summit Entertainment
1630 Stewart Street
Suite 120
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Anonymous Content
3532 Hayden Ave
Culver City, CA 90232

Davyco Productions LLC
15 Washington Street
Room 2540
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Brooklyn, NY 11205

Producers: Steve Golin, Keith Redmon

Director: Jodie Foster

Starring: Jodie Foster

Story:

A guy walks around with a puppet of a beaver on his hand and treats it like a living creature.

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What is a Background Actor?

A "Background Actor" or "Extra" is a performer in a film, television show, stage, musical, opera or ballet production, who appears in a nonspeaking, non-singing or non-dancing capacity, usually in the background.

War films and epic films often employ background actors in large numbers. Some films have featured hundreds or even thousands of paid background actors. Likewise, grand opera can involve many background actors appearing in spectacular productions.

On a film or television set, background actors are usually referred to as "Background Performers", "Background Artists" or simply "Background," while the term "Extra" is rarely used.

In a stage production, background actors are commonly referred to as "Supernumeraries". In opera and ballet, they are called either 'Extras' or 'Supers'.

SAG-AFTRA

The Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) is an American labor union representing over 150,000 film and television principal and background performers worldwide. The current organization is the result of the March 30, 2012 merger of the Screen Actor's Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

According to the SAG-AFTRA Mission Statement, the union seeks to: negotiate and enforce collective bargaining agreements that establish equitable levels of compensation, benefits, and working conditions for its performers; collect compensation for exploitation of recorded performances by its members, and provide protection against unauthorized use of those performances; and preserve and expand work opportunities for its members.

The Screen Actors Guild was founded in 1933 in an effort to eliminate exploitation of actors in Hollywood who were being forced into oppressive multi-year contracts with the major movie studios that did not include restrictions on work hours or minimum rest periods, and often had clauses that automatically renewed at the studios' discretion. These contracts were notorious for allowing the studios to dictate the public and private lives of the performers who signed them, and most did not have provisions to allow the performer to end the deal.

SAG-AFTRA is the primary performer's union in the United States. The union is affiliated with the AFL-CIO. SAG-AFTRA claims exclusive jurisdiction over motion picture as well as radio, television, Internet, and other new media. Internationally, SAG-AFTRA is affiliated with the International Federation of Actors.

How To Qualify For SAG-AFTRA Membership

A performer becomes eligible for SAG-AFTRA membership under one of the following two conditions:

1) Proof of Employment.

SAG-AFTRA membership is available to those who work in a position covered by a SAG-AFTRA (or AFTRA or SAG) collective bargaining agreement. Any person qualifying through work as a background actor must have completed three days of work as a background actor under a SAG-AFTRA (or AFTRA or SAG) collective bargaining agreement.

2) Employment Under an Affiliated Performers Union.

Performers may join SAG-AFTRA if the applicant is a paid-up member of an affiliated performers union (ACTRA, AEA, AGMA or AGVA) for a period of one year and has worked and been paid for at least once as a principal performer in that union’s jurisdiction.

All new members pay a one-time-only initiation fee, plus the first semiannual dues at the time of joining. The national initiation fee rate is currently $3000.00 (initiation fees may be lower in some states). Annual Base dues are $198.00. In addition, work dues are calculated at 1.575 percent of covered earnings up to $500,000.

Once you are a member, you must abide by the rules of membership, starting with Global Rule One and the No Contract/No Work Rule. And, whether you are a SAG-AFTRA member or not - NEVER accept work during a Union strike!

Becoming a SAG-AFTRA member is a very important milestone for every working professional talent in the entertainment industry. But you should not be in a rush to join unless you are absolutely certain that you are ready to compete for professional performing jobs. For actors, you should prepare yourself by studying acting and improv, doing live theatre, and perform in non-union on-camera productions in order to build your resume and gain extremely valuable experience.

How do I get three SAG-AFTRA background vouchers?

Excellent question; there truly isn’t a simple answer. The best way is to work as a non-union background actor as often as possible and do a great job, showing up on time and bringing the proper wardrobe.

Occasionally there will be an immediate need for a certain look or ability on the set and if you are in the right place at the right time you will be offered a SAG-AFTRA voucher. Sporadically a casting director will offer you a SAG-AFTRA voucher if they are unable to locate a SAG member who fits the requirements of the production company.

Demo Reel Information

An actors demo reel (or "demo tape") is a short compilation of clips from professional acting work on films, commercials, and television shows. It is usually no more than a few minutes in length.

A demo reel IS NOT the same as an "Audition Video". An Audition Video IS a homemade video that you make when casting directors are accepting audition video submissions.

It is NOT necessary to send in a demo reel when submitting for extra roles. Only submit a demo reel if the casting directors request it, or through an agent.

Extras Calling Services

There are companies that are termed "Calling Services" or "Booking Services" that charge fee(s) to obtain extra work for you. These Calling Services are not contracted by production companies as Casting Directors are, rather they are independent services that work for the individual extras that sign up for their service. The fee is usually on a monthly basis, however some use a per-job-booked fee structure also.

Most Extras Casting Directors use these calling services often, especially when they are casting large amounts of extras for a specific production. It is much easier and less time consuming to make one call to a Calling Service and tell them what they need than it is to call each and every extra individually.

Once an extra signs up for a Calling Service, they provide them with photos, clothing size forms, and contact information. Then it is simply a matter of letting the Calling Service know your availability. The booking service will submit their clients based on their availability to all of the extras Casting Directors, and the Casting Directors can book as many or as few of these extras and give the booking service the call times, wardrobe requirements, shooting location, etc., to forward along to their clients. It is then the responsibility of the Calling Service to provide the details to their extras and confirm the booking.

Extras who do not use a Calling Service must constantly call recorded casting lines that the extras casting directors set up, and then call a separate number if they fit exactly what is on the recorded line. The competition to get work this way is extremely fierce. It is a generally accepted reality that extras who use respected and legitimate Calling Services are booked far more frequently than those who try to do their own booking.

The fees that Calling Services charge range from around $45 - $75 per month depending on your union status, age, and the number of days that you are booked during the month. There also may be an initial registration fee that can be as low as $20 to over $100 if they require a first month fee and last month fee in addition to the registration fee.

Should I Do Extra Work For Acting Experience?

I personally feel that if a person does not have experience, doing extra work is a fantastic way to get used to being on a film or TV set. It gives you an idea of how things work and allows you to become comfortable on a set without risking "burning bridges" if you get nervous and a little stage fright.

I myself did extra work in the beginning of my career and it helped me tremendously. I had terrible stage fright, but I became very comfortable after doing background work for a while.

So the answer is yes, doing extra work will help you. It doesn't pay a whole lot, but the experience you get is valuable.

Acting is like any other job, the more training and experience a person has, the better chance of getting the job. But at the same time, we all have to start somewhere!

Types of Background Actors

General Background: Person of atmospheric business which includes the normal actions, gestures and facial expressions of the Background Actor’s assignment.

Special Ability: Background Actor specifically called and assigned to perform work requiring special skills such as tennis, golf, choreographed social dancing (including square dancing), swimming, skating, riding animals, driving livestock, non-professional singing (in groups of 16 or less), mouthing to playback in groups of 16 or less, professional or organized athletic sports (including officiating and running), amputees, driving which requires a special skill and a special license (such as truck driving but not cab driving), motorcycle driving, insert work, and practical card dealing.

Stand-In: Background Actor used as a substitute for another actor for purposes of focusing shots, setting lights, etc., but is not actually photographed. Stand-Ins may also be used as general background.

Photographic Double: Background Actor who is actually photographed as a substitute for another actor. A General Background Actor who is required to do photographic doubling shall receive the Special Ability rate.

Day Performer: A Performer who delivers a speech or a line of dialogue. A Background Actor must be upgraded to a Day Performer if directed to speak, except in the case of “omnies”.

Omnies: Any speech sounds used as general background noise rather than for its meaning. Atmospheric words such as indistinguishable background chatter in a party or restaurant scene.

Advice for Child Actors

1. Have fun and enjoy every performance.

2. Learn as much as possible from the professionals you work with.

3. Get your rest, and drink plenty of water!

4. Be respectful and do what you are asked to do to make the child wrangler's job easy.

5. Remember you are there to do a job.

6. Share the experience with your friends and family.

7. Visit as many places as you can.

8. Be thankful for the opportunity.

9. Use your down time to keep up with schoolwork.

10. Laugh, Laugh, Laugh.

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