Kids Talent Onboarding/Registration
Central Casting registers babies from 15 days old to teenagers 17 years old to work as Background Actors and doubles on movies, TV shows, and other productions.
We are closed for Minor’s Talent Onboarding and Updates and all other events due to COVID-19. Our notices have the most up-to-date information, please check them for updates.
Required Documentation
The Department of Homeland Security has issued an updated form I-9 that went into effect on January 22, 2017. This version requires minors (individuals 17 or under) to meet the same requirements as adults regarding the documents they can present for form I-9. Per the Department of Homeland Security, a list C document alone is no longer valid. Adults and minors are both required to either present one original unexpired List A document, or, an original unexpired List B and List C document combination. If presenting a List B document to an E-Verify employer (Central Casting), the employer can only see List B documents that include a photo. Per Federal Law, Central Casting is not permitted to register anyone, minor or adult, who does not have the required documentation.
The non-photo ID options in List B do not apply to minors pursuing employment with E-Verify companies (Central Casting).
Talent Onboarding FAQs
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Does it cost money to sign up?
Registering with Central Casting Louisiana is free. There are no fees associated with employment.
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What does a Background Actor do?
A Background Actor or extra is someone who appears in a nonspeaking role, often in the background of movies and TV shows. Interested in minors extras casting in Louisiana? Register your child with Central Casting!
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What if my minor doesn’t have proper I-9 documentation?
Those without required documentation (unexpired originals only, no photocopies) to accompany the I-9 form will be turned away.
Must bring identification showing date of birth for the Age Verification form.
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Do I have to attend Talent Onboarding with my child?
All minors ages 17 and under must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian when they visit Central Casting. Homeland Security permits only the parent or legal guardian to fill out the I-9 form.
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Does my minor need a work permit?
Your minor does not need a work permit to register with Central Casting, but in order to be considered for work, each minor will need an employment certificate issued by the state of Louisiana on file with Central Casting.
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What if my minor is a member of SAG-AFTRA?
Please bring your minor’s current SAG-AFTRA card/receipt issued by SAG-AFTRA with you to Talent Onboarding.
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Can I bring my dog?
Pets cannot be accommodated at our offices.
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How long is a Talent Onboarding session?
Talent Onboarding usually lasts about one hour.
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Where can I park?
Street and lot parking is available in the area at your own expense. The easiest parking is in the Superdome visitors lot adjacent to Benson Towers. We do not provide validation for any garages in the area.
Central Casting is a participant in the E-Verify program. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 form to confirm employment authorization. Note: If the government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to contact the SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.
Forms and Policies
Forms and policies are for informational purposes only.
DO NOT print to bring to Talent Onboarding.
