Extras Casting Director

You know that waitressing dream where you're taking orders in your sleep, and you're in the weeds and you know you're dreaming, but you just can't stop?

Switch out "extras" for "waitressing" and change the taking order parts to "casting extras" and you have my life - constantly thinking about extras.

There is plenty to know about how to be a happy and informed extra on set; this is why I wrote this E-book.

The well-being of extras on set is immensely important to me. Being an extra can be a wonderful experience. It can also be not so wonderful. If you are prepared, it can be exceptional - if not, it can be miserable.

This E-book is for the NEW EXTRA - no need to purchase if you are already one of my fabulous working extras. You already know this info!

Only $18.00 - a portion of the profits go to Heifer International
Note: After purchase please wait for PayPal to redirect you back to the website for the download. You can also click on the return to merchant link.

Two great works for one great price!

Plus a bonus section... Sweet.

#1. This (36) page E-book will give you insight into the workday of a film extra. It will prepare you for...

  • What to expect (length of day/night, pay rate, etc.)
  • What to bring (examples of wardrobe, props, misc. items)
  • How to act on set (set protocol)
  • Child extra information (work permits)
  • How to get cast again
  • What makes a good picture for extra work?
  • How to find more extra work, and much more!
  • Bonus "Notes from the Front" - Chicago extras favorite on-set moments and tips.

#2. The work of the World! We all can come together to change a life, feed a village, and create hope.

Heifer's mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and to care for the earth. Heifer envisions a world of communities living together in peace and equitably sharing the resources of a healthy planet.

Heifer's strategy is to "pass on the gift." As people share their animals' offspring with others - along with their knowledge, resources, and skills - an expanding network of hope, dignity, and self-reliance is created that reaches around the globe.


I believe in Heifer, and I believe in giving back. I can't wait to see what funds we raise: so exciting!