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Police Officers & Detectives for TV Series

Job Description
A production is seeking both real and experienced police officers, as well as performers who can convincingly portray officers and detectives for a new season of a scripted series. Talent must be comfortable in law enforcement roles, professional in demeanor, and able to wear long-sleeve uniform looks. This scene focuses on authentic movement, posture, and presence, making reliability and believability essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers or detectives in various scripted scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain realism and continuity

• Wear long-sleeve uniforms (provided) and embody professional law enforcement behavior

• Maintain consistency in appearance and performance across takes

Requirements

• Open to real police officers and trained actors

• Must submit NEW, current photos and updated wardrobe sizes

• Must show current facial hair status

• Tattoos allowed if fully covered by long sleeves

• Comfortable in uniform and capable of portraying authoritative roles

Compensation

• Paid background role

Upscale Restaurant Patrons for Featured Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking upscale, trendy, and camera-ready men and women to portray restaurant patrons in a lively, modern dining scene. This opportunity is great for individuals who enjoy working on stylish sets and can bring polished energy and natural reactions to a non-speaking background role. Talent will help create the atmosphere of a high-end social setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a restaurant guest in an upscale dining environment

• Maintain a fashionable, polished look on camera

• Provide natural background reactions and movement

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Attend wardrobe fitting if required

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–40

• All ethnicities welcome

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

• Must not have worked on the hospital scene filmed on 11/26

• Stylish, fit, and comfortable appearing in a trendy restaurant environment

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set guidance

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background roles

Upscale Server Types for Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking stylish, upscale server types for a featured background role in a restaurant scene. This role is ideal for individuals who can embody a polished, professional look and maintain consistency on camera. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the final call time will only be released the afternoon before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale servers in a restaurant setting

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Provide natural, subtle background performance appropriate to the scene

• Stay available for the entire filming day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–35

• Females must be size 0–6

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Must be able to commit to being on set up to 12+ hours

• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a polished appearance

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr, 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Extras for Police Training Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray participants in a police-related training scene. Talent will appear in white shirts and help bring authenticity, structure, and realism to the environment. This role is ideal for individuals who can follow direction, maintain continuity, and stay professional on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray training participants wearing white shirts

• Follow direction from the production team regarding movement and positioning

• Maintain a clean, consistent look throughout filming

• Stay attentive and professional during all takes

Requirements

• Men: Clean-shaven, short hair, Chicago regulation mustache allowed

• Women and men of all ethnicities

• Ages 40–60

• Must bring or wear a white shirt as directed

• Must be available for wardrobe fitting and all shoot dates

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

Compensation

• Paid background role

Courthouse Background Talent

Job Description
A Nashville-based production is seeking featured background talent to portray courthouse attendees in a dramatic project. This role is ideal for individuals who can bring authentic, grounded energy to a courtroom environment and follow on-set direction with professionalism. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the exact call time will only be provided the afternoon prior.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as courthouse background in key scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Stay available for the full day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–60

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Comfortable portraying courthouse attendees

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set as needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr with 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Job Description
A production team is seeking talent for two quick-turn, same-day video shoots in Tarzana. These roles require individuals who can bring natural presence, follow simple direction, and feel comfortable performing in a casual on-camera setting. Each segment will be brief, energetic, and focused on personality-driven interactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a short filmed segment

• Take direction quickly and work efficiently within a 1–2 hour window

• Deliver natural reactions and maintain on-camera confidence

• Collaborate with a small production team on set

Requirements

• Role 1: Two husky men for a 1:00 PM shoot

• Role 2: Two older white women for a 5:00 PM shoot

• Comfortable appearing on camera

• Reliable, punctual, and available for same-day booking

Compensation

• Paid opportunities

• Each shoot lasts approximately 1–2 hours

Job Description
A production is casting a ballerina for a filmed project in Sandy Springs. This role is ideal for someone who embodies grace, poise, and a strong visual presence. No dance experience is required—just confidence on camera and the ability to portray a ballerina with elegance and ease.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a ballerina in a filmed scene

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Maintain a graceful, camera-ready presence

• Participate in a short shoot with a quick turnaround

Requirements

• Female

• Caucasian

• Ages 18–30

• Height 5’6” or taller

• No experience required

• Comfortable performing in a ballerina-style role

Compensation

• $175 for up to 12 hours

Job Description
A video production is seeking a performer to portray a therapist in a short scripted scene. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can deliver a calm, professional, and grounded on-camera presence. The role requires the ability to convey warmth, clarity, and subtle authority while interacting in a conversational setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a therapist in a filmed scene

• Deliver lines with confidence and natural tone

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain a professional and composed demeanor on camera

Requirements

• Caucasian woman, 30+

• Strong on-camera presence

• Comfortable performing in a scripted video environment

• Reliable and available for the scheduled shoot time

Compensation

• Paid gig

Casting for True Crime Recreation – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN is seeking actors for several roles involving scripted violence, intense scenarios, and dramatic reenactments. These non-union roles require performers who can confidently portray strong emotional reactions and believable character behavior within crime-focused scenes.

Homeless Man — Male, White, 40s
An emotionally raw and grounded portrayal is needed for this role. Actor must be fully comfortable performing scenes that involve scripted violence and murder-related content.

Drug Store Manager — Male, White, 40s
A role involving authoritative presence and emotional range. Actor must be comfortable with scripted violence and crime scene reenactments.

Searcher 2 — Any Gender, Any Ethnicity
This role involves discovering a body and reacting convincingly to a traumatic situation. Actor must be comfortable with intense story content and delivering strong physical and emotional reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in dramatic reenactments with scripted violent and crime-related content

• Follow direction closely to ensure accuracy in true crime recreation scenes

• Portray realistic emotional and physical reactions

• Work collaboratively with production to capture effective scene performances

Requirements

• Homeless Man: White male, 40s

• Drug Store Manager: White male, 40s

• Searcher 2: Male or female, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder content

• Must be available December 3, 2025

• Local to Knoxville, TN or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100/day (flat rate)

Recital Attendees for Film Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women to portray recital attendees in a heartfelt community scene. Talent will help bring authenticity to a small-town environment by playing parents, grandparents, and supportive audience members. This role is perfect for those who enjoy simple, natural background work and can take light direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as an audience member during a recital scene

• Provide natural reactions and background movement

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older

• All ethnicities welcome

• Comfortable portraying parents and grandparents

• Able to take direction and remain engaged during filming

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• One-day filming commitment

Real People Who Use Grocery Delivery Services

Job Description
A marketing campaign is seeking real individuals and families who actively use grocery delivery services in their daily lives. This project aims to highlight authentic stories, routines, and experiences from people of all ages and backgrounds. Talent will share how grocery delivery supports their lifestyle—whether for convenience, caregiving, busy schedules, or household needs. Selected participants will be featured in a filmed piece and compensated for their time and story.

Job Responsibilities

• Share genuine experiences using grocery delivery services

• Participate in on-camera interviews and lifestyle filming

• Provide insight into how delivery services support your day-to-day routines

• Collaborate with the production team to capture natural moments

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• All ethnicities, genders, and abilities encouraged

• Open to individuals and families

• Must regularly use grocery delivery services

• Examples of ideal participants include:

  • Parents managing busy schedules

  • Gen Z learning independence

  • People caring for loved ones at a distance

  • Busy households that rely on delivery convenience

  • Multigenerational families

  • People who host frequent gatherings

Compensation

• $500 per filming day

• $3,500 for one-year usage if selected for the final project

African American Male Photo Double

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American male photo double with a dark skin tone to match specific measurements for an upcoming shoot. This role requires someone who closely fits the listed sizing details and can stand in for the principal actor in photo and lighting setups. Professionalism, punctuality, and accuracy in measurements are essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for lighting, framing, and reference shots

• Match the physical look and measurements of the principal actor

• Follow on-set direction from the production and camera team

• Maintain professionalism and readiness throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American male

• Dark skin tone

• Ages 25–50

• Height: 6’0”

• Weight: 215 lbs

• Shirt: Large

• Neck: 17.5

• Sleeves: 35/36

• Jacket: 43

• Waist: 36

• Inseam: 34

• Shoe size: 13

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours