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Background Parents and Teachers for Television Drama
Job Description
A network television series is casting new non-union background actors to portray parents and teachers in upcoming school-related scenes. Talent must be local to Nashville, TN, and fully available for the scheduled shoot day. This opportunity is perfect for reliable, professional individuals looking to gain on-set experience in a recurring network series.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a parent or teacher in classroom or school setting scenes
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Follow direction from production team for movement, reactions, and placement
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Remain on set and camera-ready for up to 12+ hours if needed
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Represent everyday characters authentically and professionally
Requirements
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Must be 30–50 years old
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Open to all genders and ethnicities
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Must be a new face who has never worked on the series
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Must not be the real-life parent of any minor working on the same shoot
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Must be available regardless of call time (provided the afternoon prior)
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Local to Nashville, TN (no travel or lodging provided)
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours guaranteed
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Time and a half paid for hours beyond 8
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Paid background role with potential for future casting consideration
Background Talent with Amish Look for Period Drama
Job Description
A television series set in a historical backdrop is seeking non-union background actors to portray members of a traditional Amish family. Roles include children, teens, and an older woman to play a warm, gentle grandmother figure. Filming will take place in the Columbia, TN area, with wardrobe fittings scheduled in Franklin. Talent must be available for full production days, even if not needed for the entire time.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear as background talent in a dramatic period scene
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Maintain consistent appearance in costume and hair styling
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Follow on-set direction and remain in character when cameras are rolling
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Portray an authentic and respectful representation of Amish life
Requirements
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Must be local to Columbia, TN or able to work as a local hire
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Must have an Amish look or convincingly portray traditional Amish style
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Roles casting:
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Young Girl (8 years old)
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Teen Boy (ages 13–16)
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Teen Girl (ages 13–16)
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Older Woman (ages 60–75), kind and grandmotherly presence
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Available for up to 12+ hours on shoot day
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Wardrobe fitting required prior to filming
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours guaranteed
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Time and a half for overtime
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Great opportunity to build experience in a historical TV series
Background Actors for Hospital Scene
Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray hospital personnel and visitors for an upcoming scene. This opportunity is open to local talent and is ideal for those looking to build experience on a professional set. The shoot requires full-day availability and is for new faces who have not yet appeared on the series.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a variety of hospital-related roles including nurses, doctors, visitors, and administrative staff
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Follow on-set directions and maintain continuity throughout the filming day
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Be ready to perform basic background movement consistent with a hospital environment
Requirements
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All genders, ages 25–60
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Must be a local hire (Franklin, TN area)
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Must not have previously worked on the series
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Must be able to commit to a 12+ hour filming day
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Flexible availability, as call time will be confirmed only the day before
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours (with 8-hour guarantee)
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Time and a half paid after 8 hours
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Payment via direct deposit