Kids Talent Onboarding/Registration
Central Casting registers babies from 15 days old to teenagers 17 years old to work 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.
While your minor does not need a work permit to sign up with Central Casting, they will need a child performer permit from the State of New York to be considered for jobs.
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 Per the Department of Homeland Security, a list C document alone is no longer valid.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).
We are closed for Talent Onboarding and all other events due to COVID-19.
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Talent Onboarding FAQs
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What are Background Actors?
Interested in how to become a child actor with no experience? Background acting is a great way to get your child on set experience. Background Actors (also referred to as extras or background talent) are nonspeaking roles usually in the background of scenes. They help movies and TV shows feel more authentic.
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I did not receive a confirmation email for my minor’s reservation. What happened?
If you successfully made a reservation, but did not receive an email, check your junk and other non-inbox folders. You can also search your email for no-reply@calendly.com to locate your reservation confirmation. Remember, you must have entered your name, email, and clicked “schedule event” to make a reservation.
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What if my minor doesn’t have the required documentation?
Those without required i-9 documentation (unexpired originals only, no photocopies) will be turned away.
You must also bring identification showing date of birth for the Age Verification form.
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Why can’t I register my minor through the online process?
Children have different requirements and must be registered in person. Please make a reservation to bring your minor and their required documentation to a Minor’s Talent Onboarding session at our New York office.
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Do I have to attend Talent Onboarding with my minor?
Yes, 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.
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Does my minor need a work permit?
Your child does not need a work permit to register with Central Casting, but in order to be considered for work, each minor will need a child performer permit issued by the state of New York in their profile.
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What if my child 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 and guests cannot be accommodated.
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How long is Talent Onboarding?
Talent Onboarding is approximately one hour. Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to your reservation. You will not be admitted if you arrive more than 10 minutes late to your scheduled session.
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.
