ALLIGATOR

CASTING FEATURED BACKGROUND ROLE YOUNG MIKE
TEEN BOY AGES 15-17

Alligator
Television Series for a Major Streaming Service
  • Hylton Casting is now casting a teen boy ages 15-17 for the featured background role of YOUNG MIKE on ALLIGATOR, a scripted crime television series for a major streaming service.
  • This role will portray the younger version of one of the series’ lead characters during his teenage years.
  • Submissions will be presented to the Director and Executive Producers for final selection.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

  • Project: ALLIGATOR
  • Production Type: Scripted Television Series
  • Platform: Major Streaming Service
  • Genre: Crime Thriller / Drama
  • Setting: 1990s–Early 2000s
  • Inspired by a true story, ALLIGATOR is a new scripted crime series exploring a gripping story of secrets, relationships, and crime.

FEATURED BACKGROUND ROLE

YOUNG MIKE

  • Caucasian Male, ages 15-17
  • Seeking a teen male to portray the younger version of one of the series’ lead characters during his teenage years.
  • This role will be featured in a still photograph only, recreating a moment from Mike’s youth while working at a local neighborhood hardware store.
  • The photograph will depict YOUNG MIKE stocking merchandise on store shelves
  • This is a non-speaking, still-photo role. No dialogue or filmed scene work is required.

WORK DATE

Thursday, 11/5/26

  • Minors ages 15-17: Must be available for up to a 10 hour day on set.

FILMING LOCATION

Tucker, GA

RATE (IF HIRED)

 Background Rate: $200/8 hrs (Flat Rate)

  • $200 is guaranteed for up to 8 hours of work. Overtime is paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

HAIR, MAKEUP & PERIOD LOOK REQUIREMENTS

  • ALLIGATOR is set in the 1990s and early 2000s. All background actors must be able to achieve a period-appropriate look for their assigned scene.
    • BOYS: Hair must be appropriate for the 1990s–early 2000s period. 
  • If selected, you will receive additional Hair & Makeup instructions with your booking details.

AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS

To be considered, please submit unedited photos and video slate. This role will be photo selected by the Director and Executive Producers. It is very important that parents and guardians take their time with submissions and provide the proper photos and video requested below.

PHOTO GUIDELINES:
• All photos must be recent.
• Use a camera phone in good natural lighting against a solid wall (white or neutral background preferred).
• Photos should look professional, clear, and well-framed.
• No filters, hats, sunglasses, or heavy makeup.
• Child should be photographed alone in the images

PHOTOS REQUIRED:

  • Recent Selfie Headshot (clearly showing your face)
  • Recent Full-Body Selfie (facing camera, head to toe)
  • CLICK HERE for photo examples.

VIDEO SLATE REQUIRED:

  • In your slate, clearly state:
  • Your full name, height, and city/state of residence.
  • Show front, side, and ¾ turns on camera.

MINOR BACKGROUND ACTORS - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION​

  • Please complete the submission form below with your minor’s information. A separate submission form must be completed for each working minor.
  • All minors must be registered with the GA Dept. of Labor and have a valid Certification Certificate Number before submitting.
  • If your minor is not already registered with the GA Dept. of Labor, please visit: https://www.dol.state.ga.us/public/es/mie/minor/login
  • Registration may take several days. Minors without certification cannot be booked.
  • One parent/legal guardian must accompany the minor on set at all times (no switching during the day).
  • Guardians may not appear on camera and no additional guests are allowed on set.

SELECTION PROCESS

  • Selected talent will be contacted directly by Hylton Casting with booking details.
  • We look forward to receiving your submissions!
Alligator - Featured Young Mike
I would like to submit for the following role:
I am available for the following date:
All individuals hired must complete Form I-9 and provide valid, unexpired I-9 acceptable documents in order to work on this production. Please visit https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/acceptable-documents for Employment Eligibility Verification information.
I confirm that the Parent / Guardian is 18 years or older.
By providing your phone number, you agree to receive mobile messages from Hylton Casting (as needed). Message and data rates may apply.
Please make sure that your email address is typed correctly. If it is incorrect, your submission will not come through.
##/##/####
Example - 5'4
Example - 100
Example - 40
Example - 34B
Example - 16.5 / 34
Example - M
Example - L
Men (waist x inseam) - Ex. 36x32, Women (actual pants size) - Ex. 8
Example - 34
Example - 32
Example - 4, 10-12
Example - 4, 10-12
Example - 42R
Example - 8
Do you have any visible piercings?
Does your minor have one of the following government issued photo IDs?

Maximum file size: 52.43MB

Clear, unedited selfie in natural light against a plain wall. No filters, hats, sunglasses, or heavy makeup.

Maximum file size: 52.43MB

Facing camera, simple background.

Maximum file size: 52.43MB

State full name, height, city/state. Show front, side, and ¾ turns.
Submitting this form places me under consideration only and does not guarantee booking. If booked, I agree to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of this production, including refraining from posting on social media, sharing details, or taking photos/videos on set or in holding. Violations may result in removal from set. I understand that Hylton Casting, LLC and the production reserve the right to modify or cancel bookings at any time, including last-minute changes, without compensation if I am not signed in on set. I acknowledge that confirmations are subject to production needs and overbooking may occur. I understand that performers signed in on set are paid directly by the production company and not employed by Hylton Casting. Hylton Casting and the production are not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
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