“Homicide for the Holidays” Casting Call for Donna

Donna – True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a female actor to portray Donna, the sister of a victim. This non-speaking role requires a performer who can bring natural emotion and authenticity to a dramatic recreation scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the sister of a victim in a true crime recreation scene.
• Deliver believable emotional reactions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character continuity and professionalism on set.

Requirements

• White female talent.
• Age 18 or older to portray someone in her 20s.
• Short brunette hair.
• Must be comfortable with true crime subject matter.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Toddler Girl for Lifetime Film Flashback Scene

Job Description

A Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a young girl for a flashback scene filming in East Point, Georgia. This paid child casting opportunity is looking for a toddler who can naturally portray the required character and work comfortably in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young girl in a flashback scene for a Lifetime film.
• Appear naturally on camera during the assigned scene.
• Follow age-appropriate guidance from the production team.
• Work cooperatively with a parent or guardian and production crew.
• Participate in filming as needed for the flashback sequence.

Requirements

• Caucasian girl.
• Ages 2–3.
• Brownette or dark brown hair.
• Must be comfortable working in a professional filming environment.
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

• $140.

Boy for Lifetime Film Flashback Scene

Job Description

A Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a young boy for a flashback scene filming in East Point, Georgia. This paid child acting opportunity is looking for a boy who can naturally portray the required character and work comfortably in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young boy in a flashback scene for a Lifetime film.
• Perform naturally on camera under the director’s guidance.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude while on set.
• Work alongside cast and crew during the assigned scene.

Requirements

• Caucasian boy.
• Ages 4–6.
• Brownette or dark brown hair.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional film set.
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

• $140.

Shady Guy Background Actor for Lifetime Film

Job Description

A Lifetime film production in East Point, Georgia, is seeking a male background actor to portray a shady, suspicious character in a small scene alongside a principal cast member. The role calls for someone who can naturally portray a rough back-alley type involved in questionable activity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a shady character in a background scene with a principal cast member.
• Deliver believable suspicious and intimidating behavior through expressions and body language.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character and continuity during the scene.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian male talent.
• Ages 25–48.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a rough, suspicious, back-alley character.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.

Stepmom Background Actor for Flashback Scene

Job Description

A production filming in East Point, Georgia, is seeking a female background actor to portray a stepmom in a flashback scene alongside a cast member. This non-speaking background role calls for a performer who can portray a woman who has experienced hardship and difficult circumstances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stepmom in a flashback scene.
• Perform as a non-speaking background actor alongside a principal cast member.
• Convey a hardened, world-weary character through natural expressions and body language.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and character continuity on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Ages 30s–40s.
• Must be able to portray a woman who has experienced significant hardship.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.

Barb – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a female actor to portray Barb in an episode of “Homicide for the Holidays.” This role requires talent who can deliver a believable performance while working with scripted violence and murder-related content. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Barb in dramatic true crime recreation scenes.
• Perform naturally in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related subject matter.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character continuity across multiple filming days.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• White female talent.
• Age 18 or older to portray someone in her 20s.
• Blonde hair.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Must be available for all required filming days.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day for days worked.

Adult Teen Basketball Player – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking an adult male actor to portray a teenage basketball player. This role will appear in a portrait-style scene for a network television true crime production. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teenage basketball player in a portrait-style scene.
• Follow posing and performance direction from the production team.
• Maintain the appropriate appearance and character throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the production crew.

Requirements

• Black male talent.
• Age 18 or older.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Deputy – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a male actor to portray a deputy. The role involves taking a report from another character and requires a convincing law enforcement presence. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform a scene involving taking a report from another character.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain believable law enforcement mannerisms and reactions.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be comfortable portraying a law enforcement officer.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

PJ Lady – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Black female actor to portray PJ Lady. The role involves appearing in pajamas while portraying a woman speaking with police about a confession. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray PJ Lady in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform a scene involving an interaction with police.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Deliver realistic reactions and body language appropriate to the story.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be comfortable filming in pajamas.
• Must be comfortable portraying true crime subject matter.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Tiffany – True Crime Series Role

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Black female actor to portray Tiffany. This network television role involves an interview scene with detectives and requires a performer who can deliver a natural, believable performance. There is no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tiffany in a true crime recreation scene.
• Participate in an interview-style scene with actors portraying detectives.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver natural reactions appropriate to the scene.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• In her 20s.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a true crime recreation series.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Police Officers, SWAT and EMT Background Actors

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking paid background actors to portray Chicago Police Department officers, SWAT team members, and EMTs in an action-packed outdoor incident scene. This opportunity is open to local talent from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby Illinois border states. Real police experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer, SWAT team member, or EMT in an outdoor incident scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform natural background action appropriate to emergency response scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude and remain prepared for an active filming environment.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Men must be clean-shaven with short hair for police officer, SWAT, and EMT roles.
• Women ages 20–50 are being considered for police officer and EMT roles.
• Women of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience portraying police or emergency personnel is welcome but not required.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must be dependable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• Paid non-speaking extra roles.

Non-Union Stand-Ins for TV Production

Job Description

A production filming in Las Vegas, Nevada, is seeking non-union stand-ins to work as local hires. Casting is looking for male and female talent with brown hair who can closely match the required stand-in profiles and confidently support the production team on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera blocking, and scene preparation.
• Follow directions from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain consistency and professionalism while working on set.
• Be available to work locally in Las Vegas.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Seeking a Caucasian male who can portray approximately 5’8″ with brown hair.
• Seeking a Caucasian female who can portray approximately 5’6″ with brown hair.
• Stand-in experience is preferred.
• Must be able to work as a Las Vegas local hire.
• Must be dependable and comfortable following detailed on-set direction.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours.