TBA Production Casting Call for Father, Daughter Types

Oxtail Festival – Casting Chefs, Actors, and Restaurants

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity is available for Orlando’s 1st Annual Oxtail Festival! The production is seeking chefs, actors, and a Jamaican restaurant location for a promotional video shoot celebrating Caribbean culture, food, and creativity. This is a great opportunity for chefs, performers, and local businesses to showcase their talents and passion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Chefs: Prepare and present your own version of oxtail on camera, showcasing flavor, style, and energy.

• Actors: Participate in comedic and promotional video segments with strong personality and delivery.

• Restaurant Owners: Provide a vibrant Jamaican restaurant setting for the opening video scene.

Requirements:

• Chefs: 4 total, preferred backgrounds include Jamaican, Dominican, Asian, or American (other backgrounds welcome). Must bring personality and culinary flair.

• Actor #1: Must be comfortable with comedy and improv.

• Actor #2: Energetic delivery for a short promotional segment about Oxtail Festival 2026.

• Restaurant: Must be based in Orlando and available for on-location filming.

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity.

Medical Examiner – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of a Medical Examiner. This non-union network series focuses on realistic portrayals of investigative and forensic scenes. The role requires professionalism and composure while performing in a dramatic setting involving crime reenactments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a medical examiner during forensic and investigative scenes.

• Perform actions such as examining evidence or interacting with investigators in a controlled, professional manner.

• Follow all direction from the director and maintain realism in performance.

Requirements:

• Male or female, open ethnicity.

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.

• Professional or calm on-camera presence preferred.

• Able to work locally in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to both new and experienced actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 flat per day.

Officer – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of an Officer. This non-union production focuses on realistic portrayals of law enforcement during investigative and crime-related scenes. The role involves handling props and performing in scenes depicting scripted violence in a controlled and professional environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a police officer responding to or investigating a crime scene.

• Perform light physical actions such as walking, standing, or handling props under direction.

• Follow scripted scenes involving simulated violence safely and accurately.

• Maintain professionalism and attention to detail throughout filming.

Requirements:

• Male or female, open ethnicity.

• Athletic or fit build preferred.

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.

• Able to work locally in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to both experienced and new actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $125 flat per day.

James – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking an actor to portray James, a key character involved in a dramatic and emotionally charged storyline. This non-union production recreates real-life events with realism and authenticity, requiring performers comfortable working with scripted violence and intense subject matter.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray James, a male character in his 40s involved in a dramatic true crime reenactment.

• Perform scenes that include simulated violence under the guidance of a stunt coordinator.

• Follow all direction from the production team while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, 40s.

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.

• Able to work locally in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to both experienced and new actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $125 flat per day.

Rickey’s Mom – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of Rickey’s Mom, the mother of a victim featured in the episode. This non-union network series focuses on dramatized reenactments of real-life events. The role involves an emotional yet reserved performance during a detective interview scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Rickey’s Mom, the grieving mother of a victim.

• Participate in a detective interview scene with emotional depth and realism.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, ages 40s–50s.

• Any hair type or style.

• Must be able to walk, sit, and stand for long periods as needed.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to new and experienced actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $75 per day.

Evil Genius – Photo Double Casting Call

Job Description:
The upcoming project “Evil Genius” is seeking a Caucasian male photo double for a scene filming in Woodbridge, New Jersey. This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting production and work closely with the film’s main talent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor.

• Match physical appearance and movements as directed.

• Work professionally on set and follow detailed direction from the production team.

Requirements:

• Male, Caucasian.

• Height: 6’0”–6’2”.

• Weight: 200 lbs or more.

• Must be available for filming in Woodbridge, NJ.

Compensation:

• Union rate: $262 for 8 hours.

Malik’s Best Friend – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is now casting for the role of Malik’s Best Friend. This non-union network production brings real-life stories to screen with emotional and dramatic reenactments. The role offers a chance to perform in an interview-style scene with detectives as part of the investigation storyline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Malik’s Best Friend, a character being questioned by detectives.

• Deliver a believable and natural performance in an emotional and dramatic scene.

• Follow all on-set directions and work collaboratively with the production team.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, in his 20s.

• Must be comfortable performing in a realistic and dramatic setting.

• No previous acting experience required, but professionalism is a must.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 per day.

Kenniese – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of Kenniese. This non-union network television project recreates real-life crime stories with authenticity and emotional depth. The role involves participating in an interview scene with detectives as part of the investigation storyline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Kenniese, a woman being interviewed by detectives in connection with a crime.

• Deliver a natural and realistic performance that reflects the emotional tone of the scene.

• Follow the director’s guidance and maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, in her 20s.

• Comfortable performing in a dramatic, interview-style scene.

• Open to both new and experienced actors.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 per day.

Caller #2 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking an actor for the featured role of Caller #2. This non-union production for network television focuses on dramatic real-life reenactments that capture emotional realism and suspense.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a woman who calls 911 after witnessing a car drive away and later reports the event to the police.

• Deliver a natural, emotional, and authentic performance on camera.

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate portrayal of the scene.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, 30s.

• Strong emotional acting ability for dramatic scenes.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to new and experienced actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day.

True Crime Recreation Series – Perpetrator Role

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is now casting for the role of Perpetrator. This non-union production focuses on realistic dramatizations of true events and will feature a mimed scene of a stabbing coordinated by a stunt professional. There will be no intense or dangerous action involved.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a suspect involved in a crime reenactment scene with emotional realism.

• Work under the direction of a stunt coordinator to ensure safe and believable action.

• Perform physical actions including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Maintain professionalism throughout production and follow all direction from the crew.

Requirements:

• Male actor, 30s–40s.

• Height: 5’10”–6’0”, Weight: 180–200 lbs.

• Brown hair, clean-shaven appearance.

• Comfortable performing simulated violence under professional supervision.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

• Open to both new and experienced actors.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day.

True Crime Recreation Series – Victim Role

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of Victim. This non-union production will feature a mimed crime scene requiring emotional range and realistic physical acting. The role involves no intense action or physical altercations, but the actor should be comfortable performing in a dramatic and sensitive context.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a victim in a reenactment scene with emotional depth and realism.

• Work closely with a stunt coordinator to ensure performance safety.

• Perform scenes involving lying or sitting on the ground.

• Follow direction from the production team for continuity and accuracy.

Requirements:

• Female actor, approximately 5’0”, 100 lbs., aged 60s–80s.

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence under supervision.

• Should resemble the reference image provided by casting.

• Will wear a wig to match the desired character look.

• Open to both experienced and first-time actors.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day.

True Crime Recreation Series – Accused Role

Job Description:
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting for the role of Accused. This non-union production recreates real-life crime events through dramatic storytelling and physical performance. The role involves scripted violence coordinated by a stunt team and requires a strong and intense on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an individual accused of assault in a realistic and dramatic reenactment.

• Follow direction from the stunt coordinator during physical sequences.

• Perform scenes that may require standing, walking, and lying on the ground for long periods.

• Convey emotional intensity and physicality appropriate to the scene.

Requirements:

• Male actor with a muscular build, shaved or bald head, and similar facial hair to the provided reference.

• Must be comfortable performing scenes involving simulated violence under professional supervision.

• Able to handle physically demanding scenes safely.

• Open to both experienced and new actors.

• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day.