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Extras Casting Call on HBO’s “Looking” in San Francisco

By | October 21, 2014

The HBO TV series “Looking” is in need of many extras of various types.

Looking an HBO dramady set in San Francisco. The series focuses on the lives of 3 gay friends and premiered last year. Some time back, HBO announced that the show would be renewed for a second season. Season 2 is now in production in the Bay area and looking for paid background actors / extras who are local to SF Bay.

Casting directors for the show have an ongoing call out for talent,  Men & Women in their 20s-30s to portray Hipsters, Techies, LGBTQ Community, Bar Goers, etc. Friends & Real Couples encouraged. There is also an immediate need for the dates and roles listed below.

Beau Bonneau Casting are seeking Bay Area local Extras 18+ for LOOKING in San Francisco, shooting Mon – Fri through 11/20 in SF.

WE ARE IMMEDIATELY SEEKING THE FOLLOWING TYPES:

– Thurs 10/23 (Approx 12PM – 6PM) in SF – Mission/SOMA Diner Customers 18 & over, including Gaymer/LGBTQ Prom Goers in semi formal/casual/club wear, and Pedestrians with Cars to be parked

– Fri 10/24 Gaymer Prom Attendees (Approx 10AM-12AM) in SF – Gaymers, LGBTQ Community & Men and Women willing to portray gay gamers, 18yrs and over, all sizes and ethnicities, including a few Cybergoth Ravers willing to dance on camera. Mix of Casual, Club Wear & Semi-formal/Formal attire desired. Some may work both 10/24 & 10/27. *Friends & Couples encouraged

– Mon 10/27 Gaymer Convention Goers (Approx 5AM or 6AM – 8PM) in SF – Gaymers, LGBTQ Community & Men and Women willing to portray gay gamers, 18yrs and over, all sizes and ethnicities, including some CosPlay Enthusiasts & a couple Furries. CosPlay looks must be approved. Some may work both 10/24 & 10/27. *Friends & Couples encouraged.

HBO Looking holding a casting call for extras in San Francisco

HOW TO SUBMIT: email the following to LookingExtras@gmail.com

  • Subject line: Avail Date(s) 10/23, 10/24, 10/27, Name, Approx Age, Cell
  • Height, Weight, City you live in, Union Status (Non Union or SAG-AFTRA#)
  • Attach New Color Snapshot, chest up smiling/standing. No hats or sunglasses
  • If submitting with friend/partner, include Name, Approx Age, Cell, email & Photo
  • If into CosPlay or Cybergoth/Raver – note Cosplay or Raver in subject & Attach photos in costume(s)/raver attire we can fwd to Production for consideration
  • Cars – Note Car Year, Color, Make & Model. Include photo if older/beater car
  • Future Avail Submissions: In subject line, list individual all day M-F Avail Date(s) 10/28-11/14, Name, Approx Age, City you live in, Cell & rest of the requested info

Hours/Rates: Shoots can last up to 12-14hrs. Approx time frames provided. Exact report time unknown until eve before & we never know end time, so you must be avail morning to night without conflict. Non Union extras get a minimum payment of $85.92 (for 8hrs or less), overtime at time & ½ half and double time after 12 hrs (based on SF Min Wage $10.74/hr).

Additional $20 if cast with Car & $21.48 if pre-shoot Fitting required. SAG-AFTRA Members get scale, $37.50 for Car & $39.25 for fittings. Free Parking & lunch provided with snacks/drinks avail throughout.

Employment Requirements: Production uses a payroll company and Extras must have government approved ID to present for I-9 paperwork or you cannot work. U.S. Citizens must have current U.S. Passport OR 2 pieces: a valid Drivers License with either your Social Security Card or Birth Certificate.

Non U.S. Citizens must have a valid Permanent Resident/Green Card or Work Authorization from Dept. Of Homeland Security. Payment is mailed within about 15 business days.

HBO Looking holding a casting call for extras in San Francisco

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