Casting Call for PERFECT

Palm Springs Film Alliance is seeking background extras for the short film production “Perfect,” shooting in Palm Desert, CA. This is an on-camera background role placing non-union performers in a restaurant scene for a locally produced short comedy. It suits performers at any experience level who want a screen credit and hands-on time on a real short film set.

About the Role

Background extras on “Perfect” will work within the art and performance framework of a restaurant scene, populating the environment to support the foreground action. This short film production shoots over two days, January 27th and 28th, 2025, in Palm Desert, CA. A typical day on set involves holding position, taking direction from the AD team, and maintaining continuity as scenes are shot from multiple angles.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform as a non-speaking background extra within a restaurant scene for a short film production.
• Follow direction from the assistant director to maintain consistent blocking and continuity across multiple takes.
• Arrive in casual wardrobe with no visible logos or loud prints, as required by the wardrobe department.
• Maintain professional on-set conduct in alignment with the production’s shooting schedule across both shoot days.
• Hold background action and stay in character during foreground dialogue and coverage setups.

What You Bring

• Non-union status, as this production is a non-SAG short film.
• Male or female performers of any ethnicity are welcome to submit.
• No prior film or television experience is required, though familiarity with on-set background work is a plus.
• Availability for both January 27th and 28th, 2025, in Palm Desert, CA.
• Ability to wear casual attire that reads naturally in a restaurant setting without logos or distracting patterns.

Why This Role

Palm Springs Film Alliance supports this production through its connection to Palm Springs Women in Film and Television (PSWIFT), a non-profit organization that has been building the Coachella Valley’s local production community since 2001. “Perfect” is part of a genuine local short film slate, giving participants real screen credit alongside community filmmakers. Compensation is credit and meals provided, with no pay attached to this role.

Submit your interest for the background extra casting call on “Perfect” through Palm Springs Film Alliance and get on the radar for upcoming Coachella Valley short film productions.