“American Detective” Ep. 502 Casting Call for CSI

Job Description:
A short-form project is seeking three middle school–aged performers to portray spelling bee contestants. This is a quick, paid opportunity ideal for young talent who are comfortable on camera and able to follow simple direction. The session will be brief, with a fun, light atmosphere suitable for beginners or experienced young actors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a spelling bee contestant in a filmed segment

• Follow direction from the production team

• Bring natural energy and age-appropriate personality to the role

• Arrive on time and be prepared for a short filming session

Requirements:

• Middle school–aged children

• Comfortable being on camera

• Able to take direction well

• Accompanied by a parent or guardian

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity

• Approximate duration: 1–2 hours

Professional Server

Job Description:
A production filming in Sandy Springs, GA is seeking a professional server with a strong fine dining background. This role requires polished interpersonal skills, confidence interacting with others, and the ability to portray an experienced server in an upscale environment. Talent should be comfortable following direction and maintaining a refined, professional demeanor on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a fine dining server in an on-camera setting

• Deliver professional, polished interactions as part of the scene

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and consistency throughout filming

Requirements:

• All genders welcome

• Ages 23–40

• Caucasian

• Prior fine dining service experience required

• Reliable, professional, and comfortable on camera

Compensation:

• $175 for 12 hours

Extras for TV Series – Pedestrians and Firefighters

Job Description:
A television series is seeking background talent local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states to portray pedestrians, pedestrians with cars, and dressed firefighters for an upcoming shoot. Talent should be expressive, reliable, and comfortable working in an outdoor, fast-paced filming environment. Selected individuals will help create realistic street and emergency-response scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray pedestrians or pedestrians with cars in various street scenes

• Selected males may appear as dressed firefighters

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming date

Requirements:

• Men and women, ages 20–60s

• All ethnicities welcome

• Clean-shaven males with short hair (ages 20–40) needed specifically for firefighter roles

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must not be working today or scheduled for work on the filming date

Compensation:

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Non-Speaking Patient Roles for Medical Campaign

Job Description:
A local medical provider campaign is seeking a variety of non-speaking talent to portray patients in photo and video shoots. These roles require individuals who can express authenticity, relatability, and natural presence on camera. Talent of different ages and backgrounds are needed for single-day shoots taking place throughout November and December.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a patient in non-speaking photo or video scenes

• Convey natural expressions and authentic reactions

• Follow direction from the production and photography teams

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain continuity throughout the shoot

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming or photo date

Requirements:

• Talent must match one of the following categories:

  • White woman, 60+

  • Hispanic man, 25–30

  • White woman, 50+

  • Black man, 50+

  • White man, 30s

  • White mom, 30s–40s

  • Child (any age) with white mom, 30s–40s

• Comfortable in non-speaking roles focused on expression and presence

• Reliable, professional, and fully available for the selected date

Compensation:

• Photo-only roles: $350

• Photo and video roles: $500

• Child rate: $250

Featured Background Role – Latina Rose Seller

Job Description:
A feature film is now seeking a Latina/Hispanic woman to portray a Rose Seller in a specialty background role. This character will interact closely with a lead actress, requiring strong expressive ability and natural on-camera presence. Although there are no spoken lines, the role calls for clear emotional expression, confidence, and the ability to perform subtle, story-driven reactions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a featured background Rose Seller in a key interaction scene

• Convey strong facial expressions and emotional reactions without dialogue

• Follow direction from the director and on-set team

• Maintain energy and professionalism during a long filming day

• Work closely with principal talent in a specialty background capacity

Requirements:

• Latina/Hispanic female, 30+

• Experience in improv or featured background roles preferred

• Confident, expressive, and able to take direction well

• Fully available for a 12+ hour filming day

• Reliable, professional, and comfortable working in close interaction scenes

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection

Live Audience Talent for Sports Culture TV Taping

Job Description:
A new sports culture TV show is seeking energetic audience members to be part of an exciting live taping experience. This opportunity is perfect for individuals who love sports, music, and high-energy studio environments. Talent will help bring the atmosphere to life as celebrity guests, pro athletes, and hosts deliver dynamic conversations and performances.

Job Responsibilities:

• Bring strong energy and engagement to a live studio audience

• Participate in audience reactions throughout taping

• Follow instructions from the production team for timing and participation

• Maintain a lively presence that enhances the show’s atmosphere

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older

• Valid ID required

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy live audience environment

• Able to follow studio guidelines and direction

• Must be available for the scheduled taping time

Compensation:

• Free limited-seat tickets provided for audience participants

Casting African American Female for Music-Inspired Scene

Job Description
A production is casting an African American female performer for a final wrap-day scene inspired by a lively Bourbon Street atmosphere. This is a pantomime-only role, meaning talent will act out playing the clarinet (or appear with one) but will not be required to perform musically. Background talent will appear in reaction shots alongside the cast, contributing to the vibrant energy of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a Bourbon Street–style scene as a clarinet-playing performer (pantomime only)

• Provide natural reactions and on-camera presence during crowd and cast interaction shots

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American female

• Clarinet player or able to pantomime convincingly with or without a clarinet

• Must be available for the full shoot day in Conyers, GA

• Comfortable participating in energetic crowd-style scenes

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

• Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Real serving experience required (current or past)

• Available for filming on the specified date

• Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

• Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Talent for Major Period Drama

Job Description
A major period drama filming in Atlanta is casting multiple featured and background roles for various scenes set throughout the production schedule. This project calls for performers who can bring authenticity, personality, and professionalism to period-inspired environments. Talent should be comfortable in wardrobe fittings, taking direction, and embodying the tone of a historical drama.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted and background scenes for a period drama

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, continuity, and reactions

• Attend mandatory wardrobe fittings

• Maintain historically appropriate appearances as instructed (no visible tattoos, modern hair colors, or highlights)

• Remain available for the full duration of assigned shoot dates

Requirements

• Real Couples: Ages 20–40, classy and in love. Must submit individually and include photos together.

• Female Waitress/Bartender: Women, ages 25–45, with real experience preferred. Must be available on December 10th and 11th.

• Male Guards: Men with security, law enforcement, or related experience preferred. Must be available December 9th and January 24th or January 8th.

• Kids: Boys and girls ages 8–12. Must be available December 10th and 11th.

• All roles require no visible tattoos if wardrobe exposes skin, and natural hair color only.

Compensation

• $180–$210+ per day depending on role

Casting Bar Scene Extras

Job Description
A television production is seeking background talent for a lively bar scene. Extras will help create an authentic and energetic environment by appearing as patrons in a popular bar setting. This is a great opportunity for those comfortable on camera and able to bring natural reactions to a busy atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background patrons in a bar scene

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Maintain natural reactions and on-camera presence

• Stay available for the full duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s

• African American, Asian, Middle Eastern, and Indian talent encouraged to apply

• Must work as a local hire in Illinois (Chicago, suburbs, or nearby states)

• Available to film from afternoon through 10 p.m.

Compensation

• Paid background role

Casting Female Talent for Casino Dealer Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a female actor to portray a casino dealer in a brief reenactment scene. This role requires a composed and professional demeanor, along with the ability to bring subtle realism to a casino environment. No scripted dialogue is required, but talent should feel confident performing simple hand movements and maintaining continuity on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a casino dealer in a non-speaking reenactment scene

• Perform simple, natural dealer-style actions as directed

• Maintain a polished, professional presence suitable for a casino setting

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity

Requirements

• White female

• Age range: 40s+

• Comfortable in a non-speaking background reenactment

• Available Wednesday around 7 p.m. in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75 for the scene

Casting Male Talent for Casino Extra Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a male extra to appear in a casino-style reenactment scene. This is a simple, non-speaking background role that helps create an authentic casino environment. Talent should be comfortable on camera and able to follow basic direction from the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a casino extra in a background scene

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Maintain a natural, relaxed presence suitable for a casino setting

• Arrive prepared and professional for the evening shoot

Requirements

• White male

• Age range: 20s

• Comfortable participating in a non-speaking reenactment scene

• Available Wednesday around 7 p.m. in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75 for the scene