Paramount Series “9/12” Casting Call for Sanitation Workers

Casting Companion; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Casting Companion in Staten Island, NY, is seeking male background actors ages 18+ for the TV series “9/12.” These roles require wearing Tyvek coveralls and may involve light dust or ash; filming will occur on two matching shoot days with local NYC/NJ talent.

Union members earn $231 for 8 hours; nonunion $187 for 10 hours, plus a $100 makeup payment if makeup is applied. Candidates must submit contact details, union status, measurements, and recent photos.

Qualifications

• Male background actors aged 18 or older.
• Local to New York City or New Jersey area.
• Height roughly 5'9"–6'1".
• Shoe size 9–13.
• Available for both tentative filming days.
• Comfortable wearing a Tyvek protective suit.
• Okay with light artificial dust or ash.

Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a male sanitation worker in background scenes for the television series.
• Maintain consistent appearance, wardrobe, positioning, and performance across two matching shoot days.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the assistant directors and production team.
• Wear the Tyvek suit during filming.
• Be prepared for light dust or ash on face and body.
• Stay professional and camera-ready throughout production.

Job description

Male Sanitation Workers for “9/12” TV Series in Staten Island

Job Description

The television series “9/12” is casting male background actors to portray sanitation workers in Staten Island, New York. This paid NYC television casting opportunity is open to both union and nonunion performers who are local to the New York City or New Jersey area.
Selected background talent will be booked for two matching filming days and must meet specific wardrobe requirements. The scenes also require performers to wear protective Tyvek coveralls and potentially have light artificial dust or ash applied to the face and body.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a male sanitation worker in background scenes for the television series.
• Maintain consistent appearance, wardrobe, positioning, and performance across two matching shoot days.
• Follow blocking and instructions provided by the assistant directors and production team.
• Wear the required protective Tyvek suit while filming.
• Be prepared for light artificial dust or ash to potentially be applied to the face and body.
• Remain professional, attentive, and camera-ready throughout production.

Requirements

• Seeking male background actors age 18 or older.
• Must be local to the New York City or New Jersey area.
• Must measure approximately 5′9″–6′1″ in height.
• Must have a shoe size between 9 and 13.
• Must be available for both tentative matching filming days.
• Must be comfortable wearing a Tyvek protective suit.
• Must be comfortable with artificial dust or ash containing cellulose, PVA, and vegetable starch.
• Applicants must provide their name, phone number, and union status. Union performers must also provide their membership ID and confirm they are in good standing.
• Current height, weight, shirt, pants, and shoe measurements are required for wardrobe.
• Applicants must submit a recent selfie and full-body photo taken within the past week using clear, simple lighting.
• Submission photos should be current and unedited, with no filters, unusual angles, glasses, or hats.
• Must be able to provide valid identification for employment verification and payment.

Compensation

• Union: $231 for 8 hours.
• Nonunion: $187 for 10 hours.
• Additional $100 makeup payment if makeup is applied.
• This background role is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement and is subject to a preference-of-employment provision.