Jenny Alison Casting

Non-Union Featured Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting non-union featured background talent for an upcoming shoot in Nashville. Production is seeking a range of ages for on-camera background roles, and selections will be made by the director. This is a local hire opportunity, and talent must be able to hold a full day even if the final call time is confirmed later.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured background in scripted TV scenes

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a natural on-set presence while staying camera-ready between setups

• Remain available for the full day due to variable call times

Requirements

• Local hire in Nashville (no travel or lodging provided)

• Non-union talent

• Must be available for a full-day hold (call time may be provided the afternoon prior)

• Roles needed:

  • Boys or girls ages 11–12

  • Boys or girls ages 15–16

  • Women ages 65–72

  • Women ages 40–45

  • Men ages 40–45

Compensation

• $100 / 8 hours (approx. $12.50/hr) with 8-hour guarantee

Background Talent (Couple Roles) for Pharmaceutical Commercial

Job Description
A pharmaceutical campaign and commercial is casting non-union background actors to portray a couple in lifestyle-style scenes. Production is seeking ethnically ambiguous talent—Middle Eastern, Asian, or Hispanic—typically in the 50s to 60s range. This is local background work in Nashville, and selected talent should be prepared for a full-day commitment even if the on-set time ends up shorter.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable couple in background scenes for a commercial shoot

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a calm, natural presence in a professional set environment

• Stay available throughout the day as call times may be provided later

Requirements

• Male and female talent to portray a couple

• Ethnically ambiguous look preferred: Middle Eastern / Asian / Hispanic

• Age range: 50s–60s

• Non-union talent

• Must be a Nashville local hire (no travel or lodging provided)

• Must be available for a full-day hold (call time may be confirmed the afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 / 8 hours (approx. $18.75/hr) with 8-hour guarantee

Background Talent – Pharmaceutical Campaign & Commercial

Job Description
A pharmaceutical campaign and commercial project is seeking background talent for various roles in the Nashville area. This production requires individuals who can commit to being available for all listed shoot dates, though you may only be needed for one. Talent should be comfortable working in environments such as basketball courts, cafés, hospitals, and packaging facilities, depending on the role assigned by the client.

Job Responsibilities
• Participate as background talent in various scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Be prepared for a full workday and remain flexible with scheduling
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout filming

Requirements
• Local to the Nashville, TN area (no travel provided)
• Must be fully available for all listed dates
• Roles include:
– White male (18+ to play 17)
– White male, 20s (basketball court/café/packaging facility)
– Black male, 50s (caretaker role)
– Hispanic male or female, 20s–40s (multiple locations)
– Middle Eastern male or female, 20s–60s (multiple locations)
• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours
• Must be available for call times announced the afternoon prior

Compensation
• $150 for 8 hours ($18.75/hr)
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• 8-hour guarantee