Central Casting BG work — honest breakdown of what you actually earn

Been doing Central Casting background work in Atlanta for about 6 months. Here's the real math: non-union rate is $150/12hrs. Sometimes you get lucky with overtime and pull $200-220. The holding areas are fine — they bus you to set, there's food (craft services, not catering usually), and you sit around for hours between shots. The actual on-camera time is maybe 30 minutes out of a 12-hour day. It's boring but consistent. I do 3-4 days a week. The key is being reliable — they start calling you directly once you show up on time a few times.