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Casting and Extras Casting

Extras Casting, Casting Coordinator

Jake Howell

  • Coastal Casting + Locations - specialising in Extras casting & Locations services.
ALL
We were made to find faces and places. Proven expertise in selecting background actors and working with diverse communities.

Luke Howell

  • Diverse casting for film, television and commercial productions.
ALL
Specialise in authentic, diverse casting for film, television and commercial production. Known for discovering authentic talent, building dynamic ensembles and delivering seamless casting solutions.

Amy Raffe

  • Bachelor of Media & Communication (with Distinction) - RMIT; Cert IV Screen & Media
Gold Coast
Just love being on set, happy to help anywhere I can!

Jake Howell

  • Coastal Casting + Locations - specialising in Extras casting & Locations services.
ALL
We were made to find faces and places. Proven expertise in selecting background actors and working with diverse communities.

Lists as:

  • Extras Casting, Casting Coordinator
  • Location Facilities
  • Location Manager
  • Location Scout / On Set

Specialising in Extras casting & Locations services. Proven expertise in selecting background actors and working with diverse communities.

Along with his brother Luke, Jake Howell is co-owner and director of Coastal Casting, known for his happy, hardworking demeanour and attention to detail. Committed to building meaningful relationships and bringing characters to life.

Successfully completed multiple productions as a Locations Manager for Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Warner Bros. and Jaggi Entertainment. Built and developed relationships with property owners throughout Brisbane and the Gold Coast that deliver authentic looks.

Based on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

2025   Granite – Extras Casting
2025   Spa Weekend –  Locations Scout
2025   Anaconda (Sony)  – Scout, Trackmat Services
2024   You, Always (Netflix/Jaggi Ent) –  Locations Manager
2024   Ambush –  Locations Scout
2024   Tango  – Locations
2024   Black Snow 2 (Stan/Goalpost) – Extras Casting

Luke Howell

  • Diverse casting for film, television and commercial productions.
ALL
Specialise in authentic, diverse casting for film, television and commercial production. Known for discovering authentic talent, building dynamic ensembles and delivering seamless casting solutions.

Lists as:

  • Casting Director
  • Extras Casting, Casting Coordinator

Coastal Casting is a full-service Australian casting company specialising in lead, supporting and extras casting for film, television and commercial productions. We are known for discovering authentic talent, building dynamic ensembles and delivering seamless casting solutions from development through to production.

As the founder and managing director of Coastal Casting, a boutique Extras Casting agency, I am dedicated to meticulously curating genuinely authentic and diverse background casts for the Australian Film and TV industry.

We believe that by embracing diversity and authenticity in casting, we contribute to a more vibrant and representative entertainment landscape. Our dedication to this principle has helped us build lasting relationships with industry professionals and has earned us a reputation for excellence in delivering exceptional background and supporting casts Australia wide.

By leveraging our casting expertise, industry insights, and extensive agent network, we are committed to bringing together individuals who not only embody the characters they portray on screen, but also contribute to the depth and authenticity of every production we work on.

Our focus is on championing inclusivity, ensuring that stories are brought to life through a vibrant tapestry of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

RECENT CREDITS:
2-25 Scales (series)
2024  Good Cop Bad Cop (series)
2024 Black Snow S2 (series)
2024 Rock Island Mysteries S3 (series)

CONTACT:
Luke Howell, Extras Casting Director
Varsity Lakes, QLD 4220
M +61 452 199 468
Lukehowellcast@gmail.com

Amy Raffe

  • Bachelor of Media & Communication (with Distinction) - RMIT; Cert IV Screen & Media
Gold Coast
Just love being on set, happy to help anywhere I can!

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) Production
  • Extras Casting, Casting Coordinator
  • PA, Runner

Recent credits:

2026   SPA WEEKEND (US Feature)- Directors Assist
2025   MONARCH (US TV)  – Production PA
2023   ROCK ISLAND MYSTERIES (AUS TV) – Extras Coordinator (2 seasons)
2021   THE POSSESSED (Feature)  – Producer Assistant