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TV Production – Production Assistant Background Actor

Job Description

A television project filming in the Atlanta area is casting talent to portray a production assistant on set. The role calls for someone who can naturally capture the busy, hands-on energy of a working PA while helping create an authentic behind-the-scenes production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a production assistant in television background scenes
• Perform realistic on-set production tasks as directed
• Move naturally within a simulated film or television set environment
• Follow instructions and blocking from the production team
• Maintain a professional and energetic on-camera presence

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–40
• Must be able to convincingly portray a production assistant
• Real production assistant experience is encouraged
• Comfortable working as background talent
• Must be able to work in the Kennesaw, Georgia area

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

TV Production – Makeup Artist Background Actor

Job Description

An upcoming Atlanta-area production is seeking a woman to portray a makeup artist as part of a television production crew. This background acting role is ideal for talent who can naturally recreate the fast-paced, professional atmosphere of a working film or television set. Real-world makeup or production experience is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional makeup artist in background scenes
• Perform realistic makeup department actions on camera
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Interact naturally with other actors portraying production crew members
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 20–50
• Must be able to convincingly portray a professional makeup artist
• Real-life makeup artist or production experience is a plus
• Comfortable performing in a background role
• Must be able to work in the Kennesaw, Georgia area

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

9-1-1 Nashville – Flight Crew Background Actors

Job Description

“9-1-1 Nashville,” a 20th Century Television production, is seeking background talent to portray flight crew members. This non-union background acting opportunity is looking for performers who can bring a polished, professional presence to an aviation setting and remain available for an extended production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a member of a professional flight crew in background scenes
• Perform natural aviation and workplace actions as directed
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team
• Maintain a polished appearance and continuity throughout filming
• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting
• Remain available for an extended filming day as needed

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–55
• Must be able to convincingly portray professional flight crew
• Must be available for a required fitting in Franklin, Tennessee
• Must be prepared to commit to 12 or more hours on set if needed
• Must have flexible availability regardless of the final call time
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas
• Non-union background role

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• $12.50 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours
• $30 fitting compensation

Homicide for the Holidays – Pastor/School Teacher

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a male performer to portray a pastor or school teacher in an upcoming network television reenactment. The role requires a mature, trustworthy presence and natural non-speaking performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pastor or school teacher in a reenacted scene
• Perform natural actions and reactions appropriate to the character
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Maintain consistent character presentation during filming
• Work professionally with the cast and crew

Requirements

• White male, 40s–50s
• Must convincingly portray a pastor or school teacher
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue
• Comfortable working on a true crime reenactment series
• Must be able to work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $75 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – CSI

Job Description

A network true crime reenactment production is seeking an adult performer to portray a crime scene investigator. This role will help create a believable investigative environment through natural, non-speaking on-camera actions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI professional during investigation scenes
• Perform realistic crime scene investigation actions as directed
• Follow production blocking and continuity instructions
• Interact naturally with other law enforcement characters
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Adult talent
• Able to convincingly portray a crime scene investigator
• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking true crime series
• Able to follow detailed production direction
• Must work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity
• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent

Homicide for the Holidays – Detective Michaels

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is looking for a male performer to portray Detective Michaels in an upcoming true crime reenactment. This non-speaking network television role calls for a mature, authoritative presence suitable for an investigative detective character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Michaels in investigation scenes
• Perform realistic detective actions and reactions
• Follow blocking and creative direction from production
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally during all assigned scenes

Requirements

• White male
• Full build
• Bald or shaved head
• Clean-cut appearance
• Must convincingly portray a detective
• Comfortable with non-speaking true crime reenactments
• Must work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $150 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Police Officer #2

Job Description

A true crime television production is seeking a fit male performer for a police officer reenactment role. The selected actor will help create realistic investigative scenes through physical performance and authentic law enforcement behavior.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a police officer in recreated crime scenes
• Perform assigned law enforcement movements and actions
• Follow instructions from the directing team
• Maintain an authentic professional presence on camera
• Remain consistent throughout multiple takes

Requirements

• Male talent
• Fit build
• Able to convincingly portray law enforcement personnel
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking role
• Must be a Knoxville, Tennessee local hire

Compensation

• $100 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Security Guard

Job Description

A network television true crime series is casting a male performer to portray a security guard. This non-speaking reenactment role requires talent who can naturally represent professional security personnel on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard during a recreated scene
• Perform realistic security-related background actions
• Follow blocking and production instructions
• Maintain a professional on-camera presence
• Remain consistent across multiple takes

Requirements

• White male
• Must be available to work as a Knoxville, Tennessee local hire
• Comfortable with non-speaking television work
• Able to convincingly portray security personnel
• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• $75 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Kim, Perpetrator’s Sister

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a female performer to portray Kim, the perpetrator’s sister, in a true crime reenactment. This is a non-speaking role suited for talent who can create a believable character through natural expressions and physical performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kim in a true crime reenactment scene
• Deliver natural reactions appropriate to the storyline
• Follow blocking and performance direction
• Maintain a consistent appearance during filming
• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• White female, 30s
• Brown hair
• Comfortable appearing in a true crime reenactment
• No scripted dialogue
• Must be a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $75 for the scene

Homicide for the Holidays – Tom, Red Herring

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting a male actor to portray Tom, a red herring in the investigation. The role will contribute to the episode’s mystery through realistic, non-speaking dramatic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tom during investigative reenactment scenes
• Perform natural reactions and movements on camera
• Follow creative direction and blocking
• Maintain character continuity between takes
• Work professionally within a true crime production environment

Requirements

• White male, 50s
• Comfortable with dramatic non-speaking performance
• Able to follow detailed on-set direction
• Must work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $125 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Tim, Perpetrator’s Boyfriend

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is looking for a male performer to portray Tim, the perpetrator’s boyfriend, in a non-speaking true crime reenactment role. Selected talent will participate in relationship-focused scenes and should be comfortable performing natural physical interactions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tim in dramatic reenactment scenes
• Perform natural relationship interactions with another actor
• Follow scene blocking and production direction
• Convey emotions effectively without scripted dialogue
• Maintain performance continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, 30s
• Brown hair
• Must be comfortable holding hands with a female actor
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking true crime role
• Must be able to work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $135 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Randy, Victim’s Brother

Job Description

A true crime television production is casting the role of Randy, the victim’s brother, for an upcoming “Homicide for the Holidays” reenactment. This non-union role relies on authentic physical acting and natural reactions rather than scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the victim’s brother in reenacted scenes
• Deliver believable non-verbal reactions on camera
• Follow blocking and performance direction
• Maintain character and visual continuity throughout filming
• Work cooperatively with other performers and crew

Requirements

• White male, mid-40s
• Full head of clean-cut hair
• Clean-shaven or scruffy appearance
• Comfortable appearing in a true crime reenactment
• No scripted dialogue
• Must work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $100 per day