Good Pay Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Doctor (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting an actor to portray a Doctor in scripted reenactment scenes. This paid opportunity is for talent who can bring calm, professional medical presence to emotionally intense scenes involving scripted violence and murder.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism across multiple takes

• Perform medical-style actions appropriate to the scene

Requirements

• Male or female actor

• Open ethnicity

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• $75 per day (flat)

EMT (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting an actor to portray an EMT in scripted reenactment scenes. This paid opportunity is seeking athletic talent who can bring realistic first-responder presence on camera and is comfortable with sensitive material involving scripted violence and murder.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

• Perform realistic first-responder actions as directed for scene authenticity

Requirements

• Male or female actor

• Open ethnicity

• Athletic build

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• $100 per day (flat)

Officer (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting an actor to portray an Officer in scripted reenactment scenes. This paid role is for athletic talent who can deliver realistic law enforcement presence on camera and is comfortable with sensitive content involving scripted violence and murder. Scenes may include handling a prop gun as part of the reenactment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law enforcement officer in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Handle a prop gun safely and as directed for scene realism

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

Requirements

• Male actor

• Open ethnicity

• Athletic build

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Comfortable handling a prop gun on camera

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• $100 per day (flat)

Nephew (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a Hispanic male actor to portray the Nephew in scripted reenactment scenes. This paid opportunity is for performers who can bring realistic reactions and emotional presence to sensitive material. The role includes scripted violence and murder content, so comfort with intense reenactment storytelling is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Nephew in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

• Perform scenes involving scripted violence as required

Requirements

• Hispanic male

• Ages 18 to early 20s

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• $100 per day (flat)

Joseph (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Joseph in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity is seeking a performer who can bring authenticity and emotional realism to a college-age character in dramatic scenes. The role includes scripted violence, so comfort with sensitive true crime content is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joseph in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Maintain continuity and natural reactions across multiple takes

• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence as directed

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male actor

• Must be able to portray ages 18–20s

• Sporty build with black hair and dark eyes

• Comfortable with scripted true crime reenactment content involving violence

• Must include any ASL experience in your submission (if applicable)

Compensation

• $200 per day

• Some travel included

Ben (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Ben in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity is designed for performers who can portray a college-age character with realism and emotional restraint in a dramatic storyline. The role includes sensitive content and requires comfort with physically grounded staging, including being found in a dorm room scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ben in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Maintain continuity and realistic reactions across multiple takes

• Perform physically staged action as required for the scene

Requirements

• White male actor

• Full build

• Short, military-style haircut

• Able to portray ages 18–early 20s

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

• Must include any ASL experience in your submission (if applicable)

Compensation

• $200 per day

• Some travel included

Eric (True Crime Reenactment Role)

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a deaf male actor to portray Eric in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity focuses on authentic representation and requires fluency in American Sign Language. The role includes scripted violence and dramatic moments, with ASL conversations central to the scenes. This is a strong fit for performers who can bring emotional realism and depth to a college-age character portrayal.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Eric in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Perform American Sign Language on camera as part of key story moments

• Follow direction from the director and reenactment team

• Participate in dramatic scenes that may include staged violence

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Deaf male actor

• Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)

• Able to portray ages 18–early 20s (college-aged)

• Thin build with short light hair

• Comfortable performing scripted reenactment content involving violence

Compensation

• $200 per day

• Some travel included

Black Male Stand-In (TV Production)

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This is a paid, non-union stand-in opportunity for experienced, reliable talent who can closely match the actor’s complexion and hair color and remain flexible with call times. Local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups, rehearsals, and camera tests

• Match the actor’s look for continuity (complexion and hair color)

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team

• Remain on standby and available for a full production day as needed

Requirements

• Black male

• Height: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must closely match the actor’s complexion and hair color from the reference photo

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Franklin, TN area (Nashville area)

• Must be available regardless of call time and able to commit to a 12+ hour day if needed

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (time-and-a-half after 12 hours)

Non-Speaking Families & Couples for Airline Cabin Production

Job Description
A non-union airline cabin production is seeking experienced actors with authentic, real-life relationships for a filmed project. Casting is looking for two families (one parent with two children) and additional real couples, friends, or partners who can bring natural chemistry to non-speaking scenes set inside an airplane cabin. This is a paid opportunity for Chicago-based talent who can work locally without travel or accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in non-speaking airline cabin scenes with natural, believable reactions

• Work comfortably in a tight, airplane-style set environment

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity and realistic relationship dynamics across multiple takes

Requirements

• Must be based in Chicago, IL (local hire only; no travel/accommodations provided)

• Experienced actors with authentic relationships encouraged to apply

• Families needed: 1 parent with 2 children (kids ages 5–7)

• Additional talent: real romantic couples, friends, or partners

• Must be comfortable performing non-speaking roles on camera

Compensation

• Paid non-union project (rate provided upon selection)

Advanced Figure Skaters & Ice Hockey Players (Commercial)

Job Description
A major insurance commercial is casting advanced to professional figure skaters and experienced ice hockey players for a high-energy shoot in New York City. This paid opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent who can perform confidently on ice, take direction quickly, and deliver authentic athletic action on camera. Some roles may include stunt-style falls and dynamic skating sequences.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced figure skating or ice hockey action on camera

• Follow direction from the director and stunt/sports coordinators

• Execute multiple takes with consistent speed, form, and timing

• Hockey players may perform controlled falls or on-ice action as scripted

• Attend a fitting and be available for callbacks as needed

Requirements

• Must be a NYC local hire

• Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent

• Figure Skaters: all genders and ethnicities; must have advanced figure skating experience

• Ice Hockey Players: experienced players; must have advanced hockey skills

• Comfortable skating at a professional level in a filmed environment

• Must be available for scheduled shoot days, fitting, and callback

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA session: $822.30 per session

• Additional residuals possible if featured in the final cut as an on-camera principal

• Network use may apply (details shared if selected)