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Male Background Actors to Portray Inmates
Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors to portray inmates for scenes set in the 1990s. Filming will take place in the Nashville and Antioch, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking male performers with strong character looks who can authentically represent prison inmates in a period setting. This opportunity is ideal for individuals comfortable working in background roles while contributing to the atmosphere of a dramatic television series.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray inmate characters in featured background scenes
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Follow direction from the director and assistant directors on set
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Maintain character consistency during filming
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Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
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Help create a realistic prison environment for the production
Requirements
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Male actors ages 20–65
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Strong character looks suitable for inmate roles
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Clean-shaven appearance preferred for period accuracy
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Comfortable working in a background acting environment
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Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville or Antioch, Tennessee area
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Available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours of filming
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$12.50 per hour after 8 hours
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$30 fitting fee
Male Actors to Portray Prison Guards
Job Description
A television series is casting recurring background actors to portray prison guards in scenes set in the late 1990s. Filming will take place in the Nashville and Antioch, Tennessee area. The production is seeking clean-cut male performers who can convincingly portray correctional officers in a dramatic television environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray prison guards in recurring background scenes
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Follow direction from the director and assistant directors during filming
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Maintain professional presence and continuity during scenes
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Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
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Help create a realistic correctional facility environment on set
Requirements
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Male actors ages 30–55
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Clean-cut appearance suitable for a prison guard role
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Must be clean-shaven; mustaches acceptable
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No long hair due to period setting requirements
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Comfortable working in a background acting role
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Available to work in the Nashville or Antioch, Tennessee area
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours
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$12.50 per hour after 8 hours
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$30 fitting fee
Corrections Officers – Background Actors for TV Series
Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting non-union background actors to portray corrections officers in Nashville, TN (Antioch area). This production is seeking physically fit, strong men to authentically represent 1990s-era prison officers. Filming includes a rehearsal date and shoot date, and selected talent must be fully available for both. This is a paid background acting opportunity for performers ready to commit to long production days on set.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a corrections officer in a 1990s-set television series
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Follow direction from the assistant director and production team
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Maintain a professional, authoritative on-screen presence
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Be prepared for extended filming hours (12+ hour days possible)
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Attend both rehearsal and shoot dates
Requirements
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Male, ages 30–55
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Physically fit, strong build
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Waist size 32–38 inches
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Height between 5’7” and 6’2” (wardrobe requirement)
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No trendy or modern hairstyles (period-appropriate look required)
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Must be local to Nashville, TN (Antioch area)
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Must be fully available for both scheduled dates regardless of call time
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)
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Time and a half after 8 hours
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Paid non-union background role
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Opportunity to work on a professional TV production
