Register

Become a part of Central Casting’s legendary database. Get booked on movies and TV shows. It’s free and easy to get started.

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Get ready

Schedule an appoinment to register your minor with us. You will not be admitted to registration without a scheduled appointment.

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Come in

Bring your minor, their required I-9 documentation, and your photo ID to your scheduled registration session at our New York office. There you’ll complete paperwork, an orientation, and your minor will take a photo for our database.

If all dates are “Unavailable” then please check back. The date is either currently filled or not yet open. New sessions open up 14 days ahead of time. Spots could also open up at any time based on cancellations. Click here for more info.

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 Per the Department of Homeland Security, a list C document alone is no longer valid.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).

5 Penn Plaza (10^th Floor)
New York, NY 10001

Wednesday 3:45pm

* Check our Calendar for closures and cancellations

Registration is for new SAG-AFTRA and non-union minors. Please arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to your appointment. You will not be admitted if you arrive more than 10 minutes late to your scheduled session.

Registration FAQs

What is a Background Actor?

A Background Actor or extra is someone who performs in a show in a nonspeaking role, usually in the background. Central Casting registers Background Actors to appear in our legendary database. Every day, our in-house Casting Directors use that database to cast thousands of Background Actors to work on set, often for the following day.

What if my minor doesn’t have proper 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.

Do I have to attend registration with my minor?

All minors ages 17 and under must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. Homeland Security permits only the parent or legal guardian to fill out the I-9 form.

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 child performer permit issued by the state of New York on file with Central Casting.

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 registration.

Can I bring my dog?

Pets cannot be accommodated.

How long is registration?

Registration is approximately one hour. Please arrive no earlier than 20 minutes prior to your appointment. You will not be admitted if you arrive more than 10 minutes late to your scheduled session.

Registration with Central Casting is a privilege, not a right. We respectfully reserve the right to refuse registration to anyone.

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.

How to get work

Already registered? Bookmark this page to help your minor get booked on set.

Check our Jobs page for all the latest roles we are casting.
You may also receive a text message* from Casting Directors checking your availability.

* For more information read our SMS messaging FAQS

If your minor fits the description

Call the number given or send an email to the address provided on the job posting.

If your minor gets the job

The Casting Director will give you your minor’s booking information. Be sure to write this information down.

You will receive a call time, category, and a show name with a passcode to access your minor’s details at the link below.

My Details

Notices

Are you getting our texts?

Are you a T-Mobile customer? T-Mobile has released a feature that allows their customers to “opt-out” of business messages. In order to receive text messages from Central Casting, T-Mobile users will need to contact T-Mobile support at 1-800-866-2453 and ask for this feature to be turned off. Once the opt-out is removed, you will be able to receive messages from Central Casting. Even if you are a T-Mobile customer who has received text messages from Central Casting in the past, please check with T-Mobile to ensure you do not have the opt-out feature enabled.

Registration Reservations

To register and update in New York you must reserve a spot in one of our registration or update sessions. You will not be admitted to registration without a scheduled appointment. Click here to reserve now!

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Job Posts

Central Casting

24 hours ago

UNION / NON-UNION TO PORTRAY GUITARIST @ WEDDING **AVAIL TUESDAY, 10/30 + WEDNESDAY, 10/31** MUST HAVE ALL DAY AVAILABILITY FOR BOTH WORK DATES.

FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO ALEXCSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM WITH THE FOLLOWING:
- A LINK TO A RECENT VIDEO OF YOU PLAYING THE GUITAR (YOUTUBE, VIMEO, PUBLIC INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK, PERSONAL WEBSITE - MUST BE A LINK TO A VIDEO)
- A RECENT PHOTO OF YOURSELF
- YOUR NAME & CONTACT INFO
- A NOTE ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE PLAYING GUITAR ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

24 hours ago

COMEDY SERIES SEEKING UNION / NON-UNION MINORS TO PORTRAY 5-6 YEAR OLD VERSIONS OF BLONDE + BRUNETTE CAUCASIAN MALE PRINCIPLE ACTORS **AVAILABLE TUESDAY 10/30 + WEDNESDAY 10/31** MUST HAVE ALL DAY AVAILABILITY FOR BOTH WORK DATES / MUST HAVE VALID WORK PERMIT, TRUST ACCOUNT, AND PHOTO ID.

FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO ALEXCSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM W/ RECENT PHOTOS OF YOUR CHILD, A LIST OF HIS CURRENT SIZES, HIS NAME, DATE OF BIRTH, AND YOUR CONTACT INFO. PLEASE NOTE IF HE IS UNION OR NON-UNION AND WHETHER OR NOT HE IS REGISTERED WITH CENTRAL CASTING. ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

1 day ago

Feature film is seeking UNION background actors who are local to Atlantic City, NJ to portray casino patrons. Must be 18+! Seeking both male and female talent of all ages and ethnicities. Please indicate if you have flexible availability From 11/14/18 through 11/21/18. For submission please email a current photo of yourself, note all of your sizes, contact info - PLEASE SEND INFO TO YANCYESUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM - please put your name / casino goer in subject line. ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 days ago

JOSH IS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO PHOTO DOUBLE AN ACTOR FOR TOMORROW W/ POSSIBLE MATCH ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 23RD. MUST BE COMFORTABLE HAVING THE HAIR TEAM CUT YOUR HAIR LIKE THE PHOTO BELOW. EGYPTIAN MALE ACTOR, 5'9". IF AVAILABLE, AND OKAY WITH CUT, PLEASE SUBMIT ALL OF YOUR SIZES, YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION, AND PHOTOS OF YOUR FULL BODY FROM FRONT AND BACK AND THE BACK AND SIDE OF YOUR HEAD TO joshgsubmissions@centralcasting.com WITH THE SUBJECT: 'PHOTO DOUBLE' ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 days ago

Aaron is casting for two roles for Fosse/Verdon to portray 1940's BG. See below:

1940's Navy Patient
Caucasian men 18-28 years old
Size Medium - Large
Must be willing to get a clean tight tapered haircut (no fades, no ceasar cuts, no line ups).
Must be OK clean shaven.

FITTING in the Bronx on Thursday 10/25/2018
FILMING in Manhattan on Tuesday 11/06/2018

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1940's Naval Nurse
Caucasian women 18-35 years old.
Waist must be between 26-29 inches
Must have hair that is between shoulder length & chin length

FITTING in the Bronx on Wednesday 10/24/2018
FILMING in Manhattan on Tuesday 11/06/2018

Please email current candid photo of hair and your name & phone to FXsubmissions@centralcasting.com
Subject: Navy Patient/or/Nurse ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 days ago

LAST WEEK TONIGHT IS SEEKING UNION BG TO PORTRAY DRAG RACE ATTENDEES W/ SPORTS CARS AVAILABLE ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21ST IN THE BRONX - PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL WITH YOUR NAME, CONTACT INFO + YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, COLOR, AND A PHOTO OF YOUR CAR TO GMARTINSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM

**RATE IS $126/8** ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 days ago

==SYFY TV SHOW NOW CASTING KIDS==
Tuesday, October 23
Sleepy Hollow area
Must have all day availability
Rate: $300

Please read carefully!

~PHOTO DOUBLE~
BOYS- Age 6-12, appear Caucasian, brown hair, ~size 8, MUST BE OK WITH MAKEUP and PROSTHETICS and POSSIBLY HAVING HAIR TRIMMED TO MATCH ACTOR.

GIRLS- AGE 6-12, appear Caucasian, Short brown hair- or willing to cut hair SHORT! ~size 8, MUST BE OK WITH MAKEUP and PROSTHETICS and POSSIBLY HAVING HAIR TRIMMED TO MATCH ACTOR.

Must have a valid minor work permit.

To submit: Please send an email with recent photos of hair from the FRONT, SIDE, and BACK, and current sizes (height, shirt, pant, shoe) to danielleccny@gmail.com. Put "DOUBLE" in the subject line.

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Central Casting

2 days ago

COMEDY SERIES SEEKING UNION / NON-UNION TALENT TO PORTRAY MALE NEWSROOM TYPES WITH YARMULKES - 30-35 YRS **AVAILABLE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19TH** PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL WITH YOUR NAME, CONTACT INFO, AND A RECENT PHOTO OF YOURSELF IN YOUR YARMULKE TO ALEXCSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM

PLEASE NOTE IN YOUR EMAIL IF YOU'RE UNION OR NON-UNION AND IF YOU'RE REGISTERED WITH CENTRAL CASTING. *MUST HAVE ALL DAY AVAILABILITY FRIDAY, 10/19* ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 days ago

New NETFLIX feature film is seeking talent who are local to eastern Suffolk County Long Island. Seeking both male and female talent of all ages and ethnicities. Please indicate if you have flexible availability From 10/29/19 through 11/9/18. For submission please email a current photo of yourself, note all of your sizes, contact info to LINDSAYDSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

3 days ago

Aaron is casting for FOSSE/VERDON for UNION/NON-UNION to portray USO Band Members with real experience.
Seeking PIANIST, TRUMPET PLAYER, BASS PLAYER
to portray Caucasian male soldier ages 20-28.
Please email fxsubmissions@centralcasting.com and note your experience.
If you're a trumpet player or bass player please include photo of your instrument if you own one.

Must be free for a fitting on THUR 10/25 and for FULL DAY WORK TUES 11/6 ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

4 days ago

NOW CASTING: KOREAN SPEAKING GIRLS AGE 5-9 – TO PLAY DAUGHTERS OF ACTOR FOR NETLFIX SERIES. WORK DAY 10.22. POSSIBLE UPGRADE TO PRINCIPAL IF GIVEN LINES. SUBMIT RECENT PHOTOS to LUCYBG@centralcasting.com – INCLUDE CHILD NAME, DOB, HEIGHT, SIZES, PARENT NAME AND PHONE NUMBER. – SUBJECT LINE: KOREAN GIRL – (NAME_AGE) ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

4 days ago

==SYFY TV SHOW NOW CASTING KIDS==
Wednesday, October 24
Sleepy Hollow area
Must have all day availability
Rate: $199/8

PHOTO DOUBLE--BOYS- Age 6-12, appear Caucasian, brown hair, ~size 8, MUST BE OK WITH MAKEUP and PROSTHETICS and POSSIBLY HAVING HAIR TRIMMED TO MATCH ACTOR.

Must have a valid minor work permit.

To submit: Please send an email with recent photos of hair from the FRONT, SIDE, and BACK, and current sizes (height, shirt, pant, shoe) to danielleccny@gmail.com. Put "DOUBLE" in the subject line.

Thanks! ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

5 days ago

BLUE BLOODS SEEKING - UNION AND NON UNION TO PORTRAY ND PEDESTRIANS WITH OLDER MOTORCYCLE - AVAIL 10.16 READ - THINK OLDER MODEL, NOTHING THAT STANDS OUT, PLEASE LIST YEAR MAKE AND COLOR OF MOTORCYCLE - FILMS IN NYC! THIS MOTORCYCLE SHOULD LOOK MORE DOWNSCALE. NOTHING NEW OR VINTAGE!!!! PLEASE SUBMIT PHOTOS TO YANCYESUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM WITH YOUR NAME / MOTORCYCLE IN SUBJECT LINE - PLEASE LIST PHONE NUMBER, WHAT KIND OF BIKE YOU HAVE YEAR AND COLOR, UNION STATUS - 1-2 PHOTOS! ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

1 week ago

NOW CASTING: KID AGE 5-10 (boys and girls – any ethnicity) – ROLE: FEATURED BG KID CRYING (on cue), PAID, NON SPEAKING BACKGROUND ROLE.
Filming on Monday 10.15 in Brooklyn, Approx 9AM-3pm shoot day.
To Submit, email submission to LucyBG@gmail.com – Include recent photo, NAME, DOB, HEIGHT, SIZES, Parent Name, and Phone Number.
SUBJECT LINE: CRYING KID 10.15 ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

1 week ago

COMEDY SERIES SEEKING NON-UNION TALENT TO PORTRAY COURTROOM TYPES *AVAILABLE 10/18, 10/19, 10/22, 10/23* MUST HAVE ALL DAY AVAILABILITY FOR ALL DATES LISTED!

FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SEND RECENT PHOTOS OF YOUR BEST COURT LOOKS, ALONG W/ YOUR NAME AND CONTACT INFORMATION TO SAMHSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM

*PLEASE NOTE IN YOUR EMAIL IF YOU ARE REGISTERED WITH CENTRAL CASTING* ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

1 week ago

UNION/ NON UNION - FEMALE MODEL TYPES, TO PORTRAY CARNIVAL WOMEN AVAIL 10/16 - TALL, SLIM/ FIT, COMFORTABLE IN BIKINI WITH ELABORATE HEADDRESS ON. Comfortable working ext. If you fit the role, have experience in carnival/ show girl type work please send the following to bgsubmissions@centralcasting.com
Full legal name
Contact phone number
Photo of you in show girl attire
Note experience you have
Note all sizes.
Note if registered with central casting..
Please only submit if you fit the role.
Thanks! ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

1 week ago

Union/ non union to portray breakdancers. Males. African American. With breakdancing experience.
Available ALL DAY AND NIGHT WEDNESDAY 10/17
*this will be an overnight shoot and will be exteriors*
This will film on Long Island (Transportation will be provided)
If you fit the role and have experience, please send the following to bgsubmissions@centralcasting.com
Full legal name
Contact phone number
Current photos
viDEO OF YOU BREAKDANCING
NOTE EXPERIENCE
Note if you are registered with central casting.
Note union status.
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Central Casting

1 week ago

Union/ non union to portray high end music festival types – Coachella/ Carnival types.
Looking for Afro Punk, hipster, super trendy and wild looks. Eccentric attire and looks! Hair color, piercings and tattoos are great!
Available ALL DAY AND NIGHT Tuesday 10/16
*this will be an overnight shoot and will be exteriors*
This will film on Long Island (Transportation will be provided)
If you fit the role, are registered with central casting, please send the following to bgsubmissions@centralcasting.com
Full legal name
Contact phone number
Current photos of you in festival attire! You’re best looks that you own!
Note if you are registered with central casting.
Note union status.
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Central Casting

1 week ago

UNION / NON UNION TO PORTRAY ADVANCED HARP PLAYER_AVAIL THURS 10/11 & FRI 10/12_NOTE YEARS OF HARP EXPERIENCE! EMAIL SUBMISSIONS & CONTACT INFO TO GMARTINSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM TO BE CONSIDERED *IN YOUR EMAIL, PLEASE NOTE IF YOU ARE UNION OR NON-UNION AND IF YOU ARE REGISTERED WITH CENTRAL CASTING* ... See MoreSee Less

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Central Casting

2 weeks ago

COMEDY SERIES SEEKING UNION OR NON-UNION PREGNANT WOMEN - PREFERABLY BETWEEN 6-8 MONTHS *AVAILABLE THURSDAY, 10/11*

FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO ALEXCSUBMISSIONS@CENTRALCASTING.COM WITH YOUR NAME, A RECENT FULL-LENGTH PHOTO OF YOURSELF, & YOUR CONTACT PHONE NUMBER.

*IN YOUR EMAIL, PLEASE NOTE IF YOU ARE UNION OR NON-UNION AND IF YOU ARE REGISTERED WITH CENTRAL CASTING* MUST HAVE ALL DAY AVAILABILITY THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11TH ... See MoreSee Less

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Calendar

Regularly check this calendar for the Central Casting New York office.

	October 2018
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
	1 Updates Updates October 1, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Check back to reserve your spot. New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 1, 2018 at 2:30 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	2 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 2, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 2, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	3 New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 3, 2018 at 11:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. Minors Only Registration Minors Only Registration October 3, 2018 at 3:45 pm Central Casting New York Map Description:You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	4 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 4, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 4, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	5 Open Registration for Ramy Open Registration for Ramy October 5, 2018 at 2:00 pm Central Casting New York, 5 Pennsylvania Plaza 10th floor, New York, NY 10001, USA Map Specifically looking to register Union & Non-Union men and women of all ages to portray Muslim people in a Mosque scene for a new Hulu original series. Click here to reserve your spot as space is limited. •	6
7	8 Updates Updates October 8, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Check back to reserve your spot. New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 8, 2018 at 2:30 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	9 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 9, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 9, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	10 New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 10, 2018 at 11:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. Minors Only Registration Minors Only Registration October 10, 2018 at 3:45 pm Central Casting New York Map Description:You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	11 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 11, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 11, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	12 Registration Closed Registration Closed October 12, 2018 at 12:00 am •	13
14	15 Updates Updates October 15, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Check back to reserve your spot. New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 15, 2018 at 2:30 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	16 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 16, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 16, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	17 New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 17, 2018 at 11:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. Minors Only Registration Minors Only Registration October 17, 2018 at 3:45 pm Central Casting New York Map Description:You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	18 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 18, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 18, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	19 Registration Closed Registration Closed October 19, 2018 at 12:00 am •	20
21	22 Updates Updates October 22, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Check back to reserve your spot. New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 22, 2018 at 2:30 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	23 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 23, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 23, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	24 New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 24, 2018 at 11:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. Minors Only Registration Minors Only Registration October 24, 2018 at 3:45 pm Central Casting New York Map Description:You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	25 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 25, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 25, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	26 Registration Closed Registration Closed October 26, 2018 at 12:00 am •	27
28	29 Updates Updates October 29, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Check back to reserve your spot. New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 29, 2018 at 2:30 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	30 New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 30, 2018 at 10:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. New Registration - Non-Union New Registration - Non-Union October 30, 2018 at 3:15 pm Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •	31 New Registration - SAG-AFTRA New Registration - SAG-AFTRA October 31, 2018 at 11:45 am Central Casting New York Map You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. Minors Only Registration Minors Only Registration October 31, 2018 at 3:45 pm Central Casting New York Map Description:You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. Click here to reserve your spot. • •

Frequently Asked Questions

Being Booked

Once you receive your minor's work details, they're officially booked.

It's important to write down your minor's work information so you're prepared when you head to set.

FAQs

What do I do if my minor is going to be late or needs to cancel?

Call 646.205.8244 ext. 4. If you cancel, we ask that you give us enough notice to replace your minor. PLEASE NOTE: You may not cancel via text message. You must call our office.

Is there a guarantee of work?

No, there is no guarantee of work because the needs of productions change every day. Due to the nature of background work, Central Casting can never offer full-time employment to any of the talent (i.e., your minor) it employs.

What does "checking your avail" and "first avail" mean?

This means casting is prepping a scene for a future date and is checking your minor's availability. If you do confirm availability, please mark your calendar to limit conflicts. Your minor becomes "first avail" (first available) for that show. Typically in these situations, casting will not be able to hire your minor until the show looks at their picture submission and approves the look. After that, they will usually not release any booking until late afternoon the day before the shoot.

If your minor is offered another booking on the same day, we ask for you to give us the courtesy of the "first right of refusal." Just let us know so we can inform our show. They may option to offer to hire your minor first. Your minor is still able to be hired elsewhere if we are unable to confirm a booking for them.

How do I get my minor's details?

The Casting Director will give you your minor's booking information. Be sure to write this information down. Certain shows or Casting Directors may provide additional information via email or a wardrobe blog. Please review all provided information to ensure your minor is ready for work when you arrive to set.

What happens if I miss a call from Central Casting?

Always check your voicemail. Do not call back until you have checked your voicemail to ensure the Casting Director did not leave specific instructions. If no message was left, wait and see if you receive a call back. If you do not receive a call back, assume your minor is no longer needed.

What is a rush call?

Rush calls are for immediate same-day work. This is usually to replace a "no show." When you respond to a rush call, you may be required to get to the set location within an hour or less after being booked.

SMS Texting

What's the SMS messaging feature all about?

Casting Directors may choose to reach out to you via SMS messaging. In addition to checking availability, Casting Directors will now be able to send follow up messages, and in some cases, details through text message.

How do I know the message came from Central Casting?

All messages from Central Casting will be personalized with your minor's name (as it appears in our system), reference the project name, and all replies will appear in the same thread.

Why did I receive a text message from Central Casting?

Central Casting is now using SMS text messages to check availability, ask questions related to the call or booking and/or provide preliminary details. The message format may look like this:

What happens after I respond to a text message?

Our Casting Directors will review the responses and then reach out to any Background Actor selected to be booked. If you are not selected, you may not hear from anyone. As always, you know you are booked when you receive your details.

What does "without time restrictions" mean?

When a Casting Director asks if you are available without time restrictions, they want to know if you are available to work the whole day, even if the location or time were to change. For example, if you know you are not available between 1-2pm, you would answer: No.

I was on set and didn't see the message until later, can I still respond?

Yes, please respond as soon as you can.

Can I respond to multiple requests?

Yes, you are responsible for finding work and letting Central Casting know when your minor is available to work. Casting Directors work independently to meet the needs of their productions, so once your minor is booked, you are also responsible for them not becoming double booked.

If I receive multiple requests, should I reply to all of them?

Yes, please respond to each request you receive. If a Casting Director books your minor for a specific role, it is your responsibility to decline any other offers to ensure they're not double booked for the same day.

Did you get my response?

When we receive your message, we send you a quick confirmation text message, like the following:

"(Your Name), Your "YES" response has been received. Thank you. Remember, you are not booked unless you receive your details."
"(Your Name), Your "NO" response has been received. Thank you."
"(Your Name), Please respond only Yes or No."
"(Your Name), Thank you for your response. Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting submissions for this role."

If you didn't receive a confirmation response, please send your response again. Please note: the system is engineered to only accept a YES or NO response.

What if I don't hear back?

If you don't hear back from a Casting Director with booking details, you are not booked. However, given the volume of roles they are booking, please be patient as it may take them some time to respond.

Can I change my response?

Yes, simply reply to the original message with either a Yes or No response. If you receive multiple messages in the course of a conversation with a Casting Director, you will only be able to change your response to the most recent message. Please note: after you have received your details and are booked, you must follow the appropriate procedure if you need to cancel. You cannot cancel via text message.

What are the role details?

Role details may or may not be communicated via SMS text message depending on the production. If your minor is booked, you will be notified where you should go to learn their full booking, wardrobe, and location instructions. These instructions might include an info tape, email, and/or wardrobe blog.

Do I still have to call the Info Tape and Call Time Change Box?

Yes. Though your minor's details may be provided to you via SMS text message, their full booking, wardrobe, and location instructions may still be available as part of an info tape, wardrobe blog, or email from the Casting Director. Please review all materials to ensure that you understand what will be expected of you when you arrive to set.

If I receive a text message, does that mean my minor is booked?

Your minor is not booked unless you accept an offer for work and receive details.

What if I respond to a text message and never hear back?

Thank you for your response. Sending a "Yes" response tells the Casting Directors that you are interested and available to work, but does not guarantee that you will be booked. Depending on the casting volume, you may not hear back.

What if I don't get a confirmation message?

Please send your response again.

What number will Central Casting text me from?

Central Casting will use a variety of numbers to reach you. Once you receive a message from a Casting Director about a specific project, all follow up questions and replies will appear in the same thread.

Can I call the number I received a text from?

Unfortunately, our texting numbers are only formatted to send outbound text messages and receive a Yes or No response.

Can I respond with something other than Yes or No?

In order for our system to read your response and provide it to the Casting Directors, we need to limit the text to only Yes or No.

What if I am only available part of the day?

Casting Directors sometimes don't receive call times until the last minute, so we are asking you if you are available for the full day. If you are only available for part of the day, please reply No.

Why was there a link in my text message?

Some Casting Directors and productions may provide additional instructions with a wardrobe blog or similar resource. Please review any materials provided to ensure that you will be ready for work.

There's a link in my text message that doesn't work. What do I do?

If for whatever reason a URL isn't working, write down the URL and attempt to enter it directly into a web browser.

Why was my message split?

Not all carriers and phone service providers handle SMS messages in the same way. Some carriers, like Sprint for example, may split long messages. Unfortunately, when this happens, there is no guarantee the split message will arrive in a predictable order.

Can I get text messages in a language other than English?

No, the messages are only in English.

I'm not getting text messages. Does T-Mobile's business message "opt-out" feature prevent me from receiving text messages from Central Casting?

Yes. T-Mobile has released a feature that allows their customers to "opt-out" of business messages. In order to receive text messages from Central Casting, T-Mobile users will need to contact T-Mobile support at 1-800-866-2453 and ask for this feature to be turned off. Once the opt-out is removed, you will be able to receive messages from Central Casting. Even if you are a T-Mobile customer who has received text messages from Central Casting in the past, please check with T-Mobile to ensure you do not have the opt-out feature enabled.

I'm not registered with Central Casting. Why am I getting these texts?

We are sorry for the inconvenience. Most likely your mobile number was previously owned by someone registered with us, or provided to us inadvertently.

Can I opt out of SMS messaging?

As an employee of Central Casting you provided your mobile number to us so that we can contact you about jobs for which you would be a potential match. However, if you no longer want us to reach out to you via text message, please call Central Casting and request that your number no longer be used for text messaging.

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On Set

Once your minor has booked a job, they are ready to get on set!

A guardian must always accompany a minor on set. It's important to show up on time and camera ready. When you and your minor arrive, check in with your contact and get your minor's voucher.

Your time on set will vary, but a typical day lasts up to 12 hours. Your minor is an important part of the production, please ensure they are professional and have a good attitude on set.

Be sure to read our article What to Do When Your Minor Books a Job for everything you need to know about being on set.

FAQs

What if I forget or lose my minor's work information?

It is critical that you write down all work information. If you lose your information or if you have any questions regarding work information call 646.205.8244 ext. 4.

What do I do if my minor is going to be late or needs to cancel?

Call 646.205.8244 ext. 4. If you cancel, we ask that you give us enough notice to replace your minor. PLEASE NOTE: You may not cancel via text message. You must call our office.

What do I need to bring for school on set?

Have your minor's work permit and school work ready to show the teacher. Bringing homework is required, even if the minor is home schooled.

Where will I be when my minor is filming?

You will be on set with them, behind the scenes. Please stay within your designated area and do not interfere with production. Be prepared to accompany your minor when they go to wardrobe, set, and to school.

What if a parent cannot accompany the minor to set?

Another guardian (21+) must accompany the minor.

What happens if I get booked on the same show as my minor?

Another guardian (21+) who is not working on the show must accompany the minor.

Can I bring other children or guests to set?

Do not bring anyone to set who is not working, including other children.

How will I know if my minor's call time changes?

When your minor gets booked for a job, ask the Casting Director how to get call time changes. It is your responsibility to get call time changes for each booking.

Who will my minor and I report to on set?

Roles change from set to set, but often a Background Actor's main contact is the 2nd Assistant Director (2nd AD) and Production Assistants (PAs).

What happens when my minor is not filming?

When your minor is not required on set, you both will be taken to a holding area or to the school area. You can bring items to the holding area to keep busy while your minor is not working.

Where can we eat on set?

During designated meal breaks, craft services will provide food. Please eat breakfast before you arrive. Guardians, please allow all minors to get their meals before you get yours. Do not ask craft services for food outside of your designated meal times. If your child has special dietary needs, please bring food to set with you. It is not production's responsibilty to supply specialty food. You are allowed to bring snacks to eat throughout the day.

What happens if my minor gets hurt on set?

If you are injured on set, you must report it to the Assistant Director and/or medic immediately.

Payroll

Central Casting handles both casting and payroll services. When your minor registers with Central Casting, we become their employer and, in most cases, are responsible for paying them.

FAQs

How soon after my minor works can I expect their paycheck?

Checks are due to be mailed on the Thursday after the week your minor worked. They may be mailed out earlier depending on when the production company turns in the complete and accurate vouchers.

Can I pick up my minor's paycheck?

No. At this time, we do not have the resources for checks to be picked up. Paychecks are handled in a security area with 24-hour surveillance and delivered by our bonded driver to the post office directly. Paymasters do not have access to your paychecks.

How long does it take for me to receive a check after it's mailed?

The checks are sent first class mail. While you will receive most checks within 2-3 business days after they are mailed, there are times when it could take longer through the federal mail system, particularly during holiday periods.

Why do I sometimes receive paychecks out of work date order?

Checks are not mailed out in order of work date. Before we can cut a check, the production reviews and completes the voucher, and production companies vary on how often they process and send in the vouchers.

Do I need to write my minor's Social Security number on their voucher every time they work?

Yes, there are many people we payroll with the same or similar names. You will need to put your minor's Social Security number on each voucher so we can correctly identify who we should pay. Your minor's voucher will either be delayed or not processed if we are unable to identify who worked.

What is the best way to contact the payroll department?

For payroll inquiries, please call 800.562.2718. Representatives are available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

How do I change my minor's address?

You may change it on your minor's voucher when they work or you can fax us a change of address in writing with the following information: your minor's name, Social Security number, new address, signature and date of request. You must update your minor's address with both payroll and casting, as we store information separately.

How do I place a stop payment on a paycheck I never received?

You can either fax or mail us your stop payment request. You will need to specify in writing that you are requesting a stop payment and include your minor's name, Social Security number, address and signature, along with the work date and show name for the check you are missing. If the net of the check is over $150, you will need to sign a bank form supplied by our department and have your signature notarized before we can place a stop payment. For your convenience, we have a notary available free of charge by appointment only. You can set up an appointment by calling 800.562.2718 between 8am-5pm.

How long does it take to reissue a check after I request a stop payment?

Five business days for current year checks, longer if the check was cut in a prior year. We are unable to reissue a check that has been stop paid until after we have received confirmation from the bank that the stop payment was successful.

How do I request a work history?

Call 818.955.6313 or send your request in writing to our payroll department either by fax or through the mail. Be sure to include your minor's name, Social Security number, address, and the year(s) they worked. You will also need to state whether the request is for your own personal records or to enable your minor to join SAG-AFTRA. SAG-AFTRA will only accept faxes sent directly from our payroll department certified by our manager.

How can I verify my minor's employment with Central Casting?

For employment verification, call 818.955.6313. This is an Entertainment Partners line; they will be able to provide employment verification.

Updates

You can come in during Updates to add photos and make profile updates. It's important to keep your minor's file current so Casting Directors know their look and details. Here are 7 Times You Should Update Your File.

Updates are held on
Monday and Wednesday 10:15am

You must have an appointment and photo ID to visit our office at 5 Penn Plaza. You will not be admitted through security without a scheduled appointment. Please arrive no earlier than 20 minutes before your session. You will not be admitted if you arrive more than 10 minutes after your scheduled appointment.

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FAQs

Can my minor take a new photo?

A digital photo of your minor can be taken in our office when you come to update their profile. If you would like additional photos added to your profile, bring the photos to an update session. Only hard copies of photos will be accepted. We cannot accept discs, CDs, or memory sticks. Photos submitted will not be returned.

How do I change my minor's status from Non-Union to SAG-AFTRA?

You can change their status during update times. You must present your minor's identification along with their current SAG-AFTRA card or receipt issued by SAG-AFTRA and fill out a data change form.

How do I change my minor's file information?

If you would like to update or change any information you can do so during the update times.

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