Jenny Alison Casting

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)

Farmers Market Patrons (Background Talent)

Job Description
A television production is seeking non-union background talent to portray farmers market patrons in an outdoor scene. This paid opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, with select roles available for children. Talent should be reliable, comfortable working outdoors, and able to stay available for a full day as call times may change.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a farmers market patron in outdoor background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and natural movement across multiple takes

• Remain on standby and ready to work as needed throughout the day

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–65

• Select roles for minors ages 9–12

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN (no travel provided)

• Comfortable working outdoors

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

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (time-and-a-half after 8 hours)