NYC Kids and Dad Wanted for Paramount Series Background Roles

A new Paramount series titled 9/12 is currently casting paid background talent in the New York City area. The production is looking for real family members to portray siblings with their father in an upcoming scene.

This casting opportunity is specifically seeking a parent or guardian to work on set with his two children, who should be able to portray siblings between the ages of 9 and 15 years old.

Casting Details

GWCI is casting for paid background work on the Paramount series 9/12. Talent must be local to the NYC or New Jersey area, as this appears to be a local hire opportunity.

🎬 Project: 9/12
📍 Location: New York City
🎭 Role Type: Paid background role
👨‍👧‍👦 Seeking: Real dad with two children
👧 Children’s age range: 9 to 15 years old
📅 Tentative shoot date: Thursday, September 17
💰 Pay Rate: $187 / 10 hours

Please note that this background role is not covered by the SAG-AFTRA CBA.

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Who They Are Looking For

Casting is looking for a father or parent / guardian figure who can work on set with two children. The children should be able to portray siblings in the scene.

Applicants should be:

✅ Local to the NYC / NJ area
✅ Available for the tentative work date
✅ Able to provide current clothing sizes
✅ Able to submit recent, non-professional photos
✅ Prepared to confirm SAG-AFTRA or Non-SAG status

For child performers, the casting team is also asking whether the children have a valid New York Child Performer Work Permit and trust account. If they do, applicants should include the expiration date of the permit.

Submission Instructions

To submit, email the required information to:

Email: 912casting@gwcnyc.com
Subject Line: FB Dad & Kids

Include the following details in your submission:

📌 Parent / guardian name
📌 Children’s names, ages, and dates of birth
📌 Parent / guardian phone number
📌 SAG-AFTRA or Non-SAG status for parent / guardian and children
📌 Availability for the tentative work date on September 17
📌 Current sizes, including height, weight, and clothing sizes
📌 Child performer work permit and trust account information, if available
📌 Confirmation that you are local to the NYC / NJ area
📌 Current, non-professional photos of the parent / guardian and children

Important Notes

Applicants should make sure all submitted photos reflect their current look. Professional headshots are not required, and simple, clear, recent photos are preferred.

Children may need valid documentation for work eligibility, including a New York Child Performer Work Permit and trust account. If your children do not yet have a work permit, the casting team may be able to provide instructions on how to obtain one.

A valid ID is also required for I-9 verification in accordance with federal law.

Final Note

This is a great opportunity for NYC / NJ-based families interested in paid background work on a Paramount series. If you are a local parent or guardian with two children who fit the age range and are available for the tentative filming date, this casting call may be worth submitting for.

Be sure to follow the email instructions carefully and include all requested details to be considered.