Background Talent is the leader in Extras Casting in New Zealand, supplying talent nationwide from Auckland to Queenstown. With over 50 years of collective experience our staff can handle any and all expectations of our clients. We are the only online booking agency in New Zealand, representing actors, artists and extras for commercials, films and television on any scale. Our mission has always been to provide quality, reliable talent and a level of outstanding professional service to everyone we deal with.

We have a diverse and multi-cultural database. You can customize your search to your requirements, book talent online for auditions or work, or simply browse for inspiration, culminating in a truly interactive experience.

So when casting a production, from one individual to a crowd scene of 300, we can supply your needs anywhere in New Zealand. Our reputation is second to none.

Our agency guarantees all talent work who are aged 18-60 have their own transport and can work in Auckland.

Our talent have appeared in:
Shortland Street, Go Girls, Outrageous Fortune, The Missing, Beyond the Darklands, The Missing, Bliss, King Kong, Narnia, Prince Caspian, The Last Samurai, and Lord of the rings, just to name a few.