“Dead City” Casting Call for Lady Liberty Performers

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

Church Band Musicians for TV Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking musicians to portray a church band in a scene. Talent will pantomime playing instruments on camera, so performers should look comfortable holding and handling their instrument naturally. This is a paid background opportunity filming in the Lawrenceville, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Pantomime playing instruments on camera as part of a church band

• Follow direction from the production team for timing and movement

• Maintain continuity across takes while performing with the group

• Arrive on time with a professional, camera-ready attitude

Requirements

• Caucasian performers (per storyline requirements)

• Must be comfortable pantomiming as a band musician on camera

• Roles needed:

  • Electric guitar player

  • Electric bass player

  • Electric organ player

  • Tambourine player

• Must be able to work locally in Lawrenceville, GA

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• $35 prop bump for guitar and bass

• $10 prop bump for tambourine

• $20 gas bump for all

Male and Female Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking male and female bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling scene. This role requires performers who know how to bowl and can bring a natural, believable presence to a league-style setting. This is a paid background opportunity for Atlanta-area locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bowler in a background scene for a TV series

• Bowl comfortably on camera and follow production direction

• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming

• Be available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–70

• Must have bowling experience (not required to be professional)

• Should know proper bowling form and etiquette

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Women League Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A hit television series is casting experienced women bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling league scene. This role is ideal for women who regularly bowl and can naturally portray league players in a realistic, energetic environment. Production is looking for authentic bowlers who feel comfortable on camera and in a team setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a league bowler in a scripted background scene

• Bowl naturally on camera with confidence and experience

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20–70

• Must bowl regularly; league bowlers strongly preferred

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a realistic bowling environment

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Male Featured Background Doctor Role

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking male featured background talent to portray a doctor in a hospital scene. This is a paid on-set opportunity for performers who can deliver a professional, authoritative presence and fit naturally into a realistic medical environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in a hospital scene as featured background talent

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and screen-ready energy during filming

• Arrive prepared and available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male talent, all ethnicities welcome

• Age 40+

• Professional, authoritative, believable doctor presence

• Comfortable working in a hospital scene environment

• If available, include photos in doctor or hospital worker attire

Compensation

• $180 for 12 hours

• Paid via check 2–3 weeks after filming

Veteran Lead Role for Digital Campaign

Job Description
A digital video campaign is casting a confident male lead to portray a veteran or current active military service member. This role features direct-to-camera delivery and requires a grounded, authentic presence that feels natural and believable. Videos will be used for website and social media content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran or active service member in scripted digital video scenes

• Deliver lines directly to camera with a confident, natural tone

• Follow direction from the production team for performance and pacing

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Must convincingly portray a veteran or current active military service member

• Caucasian per role specs

• Comfortable delivering lines directly to camera

• Confident, grounded, and approachable on screen

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day (speaking role, plus agency fee)

• Digital usage for client website and social media

TV Series Background Casting Call

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking new background talent in the Atlanta area for an upcoming filming day. Production is looking for professional, conservative-looking performers who can blend naturally into a press environment for a scene that features working photographers. This is a local hire opportunity with paid background work for those available for a full day on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a press photographer as background talent in a scripted scene

• Bring and handle camera gear confidently on set

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes

• Remain available for a full day of filming, even if wrapped earlier

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Atlanta, GA area as a local hire (no travel/transportation/accommodations provided)

• Female and male talent, all ethnicities, ages 30–65

• Must have photography experience and look comfortable holding/using a camera professionally

• Conservative, professional appearance

• No visible tattoos that can’t be covered (or must be able to sign a tattoo release form)

• Must be new to this season (not previously scheduled or worked any roles this season)

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)