So ask the casting director, or the person in charge at the casting call, what it is that he or she is looking for. Also, keep in mind that extras are referred to as background . They are crucial to the production in order to make the scene feel real. If the scene takes place in a restaurant, then extras will be used as waiters, waitresses, cooks, and as other diners to fill in the spots at tables. Speaking parts get paid more than extras.
Agents earn money from their commissions.
If speaking parts are a career decision, then talk to your agent about headshots. He or she should know qualified photographers, because you will need your headshot to be professional for your agent to send out when a casting director calls and requests photos of talent for any upcoming project. If speaking parts are a career choice, your picture is your calling card. The camera is your business, and you should make it your job to be the best that you can possibly be. This includes appropriate training, seminars, and reading all the material you can on this business.