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Photo Double – Non-Union Background Role
Job Description
A television production is casting a non-union photo double for background work filming in Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, and surrounding Tennessee areas. This local hire opportunity is open to talent who closely match specific physical requirements for an on-screen actor.
Casting directors are seeking a photo double, ages 25–45, with an extremely thin physique and height between 5’10”–6’0”. Talent must only apply if they precisely fit these measurements, as this role requires matching wardrobe and physical continuity for filming.
Production is currently gathering submissions to present to the team. Selected talent must fit available costume sizes and receive approval from hair and makeup departments. This role requires flexibility and full-day availability.
Job Responsibilities
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Serve as a photo double matching the lead actor’s build and height
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Maintain continuity in scenes requiring body or stand-in work
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Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
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Commit to long on-set hours (12+ hours if needed)
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Be available regardless of final call time
Requirements
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Ages 25–45
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Extremely thin physique
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Height 5’10”–6’0”
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Must be local to Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, or surrounding TN areas
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Must fit production costume sizes
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Non-union talent only
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Submit recent photo and full contact information
Compensation
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$200 for 12-hour guarantee (time and a half after 12 hours)
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Background photo double credit
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On-set television production experience
Photo Double
Job Description
A production team is seeking a photo double for the television series Scarpetta S2. This background role requires a talent who closely matches the physical characteristics of the actor being doubled. The selected performer will appear on set to stand in for the actor during filming and photography setups.
Job Responsibilities
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Serve as a photo double matching the lead actor’s physical appearance
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Stand in for lighting, camera setups, and scene blocking
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Follow direction from the production team and crew
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Remain available on set for extended filming periods if needed
Requirements
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Male talent, ages 40–55
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Height between 6’1″ and 6’3″
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Gray hair required
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No facial hair
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Must strongly resemble the actor being doubled
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Must be available for the entire filming day
Compensation
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$200 for up to 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)
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Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 12 hours
Protesters
Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray protesters in dramatic crowd scenes filming in the Franklin, Tennessee area. The project is seeking a wide range of individuals who can help create a realistic and energetic protest environment for the series. Talent will appear in large group scenes that capture the intensity and movement of a public demonstration.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray protesters in large crowd scenes for a television production
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Participate in group actions such as chanting, marching, or holding signs
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Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
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Maintain continuity and energy during multiple takes
Requirements
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Men and women ages 18–70
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Open to all genders and diverse looks
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Comfortable appearing in large crowd scenes on camera
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Able to commit to a full filming day if selected
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Must be able to work locally in the Franklin, Tennessee area
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours of work
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Guaranteed 8-hour pay with potential for up to 12 hours on set
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Overtime pay available after 8 hours if applicable
Hospital Background Actors for TV Series
Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray hospital staff and visitors in scenes filming in Nashville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking men and women to appear as nurses, doctors, orderlies, patients, and hospital visitors in a series set in the late 1990s. Talent will help create an authentic hospital environment by performing natural background actions throughout the scenes.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray hospital staff or visitors in background scenes
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Perform natural actions such as walking through hospital hallways or interacting in waiting areas
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Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene continuity
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Help create a realistic hospital setting during filming
Requirements
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Ages 18–65
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All genders and ethnicities are encouraged to apply
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Must be able to portray roles such as nurses, doctors, orderlies, patients, or visitors
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Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
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Must be comfortable working long filming days if required
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Able to follow on-set direction and maintain consistent background performance
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours of work ($12.50/hour)
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Overtime paid after 8 hours if applicable
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$30 fitting bump added to the workday if a fitting is required
Background Protesters With 1980s–1990s Vehicles for TV Series
Job Description
A television series filming in the Franklin, Tennessee area is casting background actors with vehicles from the 1980s or 1990s for protest scenes. The production is recreating a late-1990s setting and is looking for individuals who can portray protesters while their period-appropriate vehicles appear in the background. This opportunity is ideal for performers who own vintage vehicles and want to participate in a professional TV production.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a protester in background scenes for a television series
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Provide your 1980s–1990s era vehicle to be featured in background shots
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Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team
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Help create an authentic late-1990s environment during filming
Requirements
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Male and female talent, ages 18–75
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Open to all ethnicities
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Must own a vehicle from the 1980s or 1990s era
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Comfortable appearing on camera in background protest scenes
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Must be able to work as a local hire in the Franklin, Tennessee area
Compensation
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$100 for up to 8 hours of filming
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Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours
Male Actor to Portray Police Officer for TV Series
Job Description
A television series filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area is casting a male actor to portray a police officer in featured background scenes. This non-union background role may have the potential to become recurring throughout the production. Casting directors are seeking talent with a clean-cut appearance who can convincingly portray law enforcement in a professional television environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a police officer in featured background scenes for a television series
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Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team on set
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Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
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Participate in multiple scenes as part of the production’s background cast
Requirements
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Male talent, ages 25–55
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Clothing size range 36–40 in pants (waist size)
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Clean-shaven appearance (mustaches may be approved)
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Comfortable portraying a law enforcement role on camera
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Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville or Franklin, Tennessee
Compensation
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$125 for up to 8 hours of work
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Guaranteed rate of $156.25 for 8 hours
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Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours
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$30 fitting compensation
Background Actors to Portray Protesters for TV Series
Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray protesters for an upcoming scene set in the late 1990s. The project will film in the Franklin, Tennessee area and requires performers who can help create a realistic protest environment as part of a dramatic storyline. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of talent who can bring energy and authenticity to crowd scenes portraying individuals on both sides of a protest.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a protester in background scenes for a television production
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Follow on-set direction from the director and assistant directors
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Participate in crowd scenes that reflect a realistic protest environment
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Submit wardrobe photos for virtual fitting if selected
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Maintain professionalism during long filming days
Requirements
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Men and women ages 18–70
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Production is especially seeking individuals ages 18–20 who can appear younger
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Must be local to the Franklin, Tennessee area
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Comfortable portraying a protester in a dramatic scene
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Able to provide photos for virtual wardrobe fitting
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour guarantee)
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Time and a half after 8 hours
Featured Background Actors to Portray Witnesses for TV Series
Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors to portray witnesses in an upcoming project filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The scene will require performers who can deliver natural, realistic reactions while supporting the storytelling of a dramatic sequence. This opportunity is ideal for actors looking to gain on-set experience and appear in a featured background role in a professional television production.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a witness in a featured background role
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React naturally during dramatic scene filming
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Follow direction from the director and assistant directors
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Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
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Maintain professionalism while working on a television set
Requirements
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Black male actors ages 25–70
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Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area (Antioch local hires preferred)
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Available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming
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Comfortable working as featured background in a dramatic scene
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Flexible schedule and able to work extended filming hours if needed
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour guarantee)
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Time and a half after 8 hours
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$30 additional compensation for wardrobe fitting
Protesters for TV Series “Scarpetta” Season 2
Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray protesters for Scarpetta Season 2 filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This scene is set in the late 1990s and will feature protest groups on both sides of a capital punishment debate. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of background performers, including younger adults who can portray teenagers.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray protesters in background scenes for a television series
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Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators
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Participate in large crowd scenes depicting demonstrations
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Wear wardrobe that fits a late-1990s setting (guidelines will be provided)
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Be available for the full filming day as scheduled by production
Requirements
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All genders, ages 18–70
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Production is especially seeking 18–20-year-olds who can portray younger characters
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Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area
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Comfortable participating in protest-style crowd scenes related to capital punishment themes
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Available for scheduled filming dates and flexible with call times
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours of work
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Overtime paid after 8 hours where applicable
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Must be available for up to 12 hours on set
Featured Background Actors for TV Series
Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors for an upcoming scene filming in Nashville, Tennessee. The production is seeking performers to appear in a dramatic scene set in a penitentiary environment. This is a great opportunity for local talent to gain on-set experience working with a professional television production while contributing to a compelling storyline.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as featured background talent in a television series scene
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Follow direction from the director and production team during filming
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Maintain character consistency in a controlled set environment
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Participate in wardrobe fitting prior to filming if scheduled
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Remain professional and ready for camera throughout the production day
Requirements
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Men and women ages 30–65
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Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee (Antioch area preferred)
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Comfortable appearing in a penitentiary scene setting
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Able to commit to the full filming schedule if selected
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Must be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming if required
Compensation
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$100 for up to 12.5 hours of work (non-union featured background rate)
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$12.50 per hour guarantee with overtime if applicable
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Additional $30 compensation if required to attend a wardrobe fitting
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Opportunity to work on a professional television production
Overview:
Amazon Prime Video’s Barbershop, the upcoming comedy series inspired by the iconic film franchise, brings audiences back to the heart of a Chicago barbershop where culture, community, and conversation collide. Centered on a new generation connected to the legendary shop, the series explores humor, identity, and everyday life through sharp dialogue and memorable characters. The production team is currently seeking talented individuals to join the cast as background actors and featured community roles, offering a unique opportunity to be part of this highly anticipated Amazon original series.
Production Details:
- Director & Writer: Christopher Storer
- Casting Director: 4 Star Casting, Inc.
- Stars: Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and more
- Production Companies: Hulu, FX Productions
- Filming Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Current Status: Casting and Pre-production
Casting Director: 4 Star Casting, Inc.
4 Star Casting, Inc. — established in 2010 and headquartered in Chicago — is a leading force in background casting, known for its unmatched professionalism and nationwide reach. What began as a local company specializing in union and non-union extras has grown into a coast-to-coast operation with casting directors in Illinois, California, Maryland, Georgia, and Texas (2025), with Arizona joining soon after. Their extensive national talent database allows them to source diverse, skilled background performers who bring authenticity and energy to every production.
Renowned for their attention to detail, passion for storytelling, and deep industry connections, 4 Star Casting carefully reviews each submission to ensure the perfect fit for every scene. Their streamlined workflows and advanced technology — including integration with Entertainment Partners’ Casting Portal — ensure efficient communication, timely results, and a seamless casting process from start to finish.
What We Know So Far:
Amazon’s Barbershop builds on the legacy of the beloved films, shifting focus to a younger generation while preserving the spirited debates, humor, and sense of community that defined the original franchise. The series is expected to blend comedy with heartfelt moments, using the barbershop as a cultural hub where stories unfold through everyday conversations and larger-than-life personalities.
Pro Tip: Familiarize Yourself with the Barbershop Franchise
Watching the original *Barbershop films can help you understand the tone, rhythm, and cultural significance of the series, allowing you to better align your performance with the show’s style.
Why Join Amazon’s Barbershop?
Being part of Barbershop offers a chance to work on a major Amazon Prime Video production while contributing to a franchise with deep cultural roots. Whether you’re an aspiring actor or someone who naturally brings authenticity to community-driven scenes, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fresh chapter in a classic story.
Take the first step toward your acting aspirations by applying today. Your journey in Amazon’s Barbershop starts here!
