Entertainment Shift Writer: Movie/TV News

“Snapped” Casting Call for April (witness)

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting the role of APRIL (WITNESS) for “Snapped,” Episode 3722, filming October 6-7 in Knoxville, Tennessee. April is a white female, very thin, petite, and blonde; her scenes find her speaking to detectives and visiting a dying perp in hospice care. Works Tuesday at 10 AM, wrapping around 1 PM.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role in a scripted true crime reenactment scene
• Take direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• White female, very thin, petite, blonde
• Available Tuesday morning

Compensation

• $135 per day (rates based on scene count)

“Snapped” Casting Call for Demitri

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting the role of DEMITRI for “Snapped,” Episode 3722, filming October 6-7 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Demitri is a Hispanic or Mediterranean male, ages 18-21, a neighbor and witness whose scene finds him seeing the perp with a bag. Works Wednesday at 6 PM.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role in a scripted true crime reenactment scene
• Take direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• Hispanic or Mediterranean male, ages 18-21
• Available Wednesday evening

Compensation

• $75 per day (rates based on scene count)

“Snapped” Casting Call for April (neighbor)

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting the role of APRIL (NEIGHBOR) for “Snapped,” Episode 3722, filming October 6-7 in Knoxville, Tennessee. April is a white female in her 40s with brown or red hair and a full build; her scene finds her looking outside to see the perp at a bonfire. Works Wednesday, around or after dark.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role in a scripted true crime reenactment scene
• Take direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• White female, 40s, brown or red hair, full build
• Available Wednesday evening
• Email submission with full name, height, location, and current photos (shoulders-up and full body; no hat, sunglasses, posing, or filters)

Compensation

• $75 per day (rates based on scene count)

“Snapped” Casting Call for Officer #1

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting OFFICER #1 for “Snapped,” Episode 3722, filming October 6-7 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Officer #1 is a fit male of any ethnicity who must be able to walk, sit, kneel, and stand for long periods; the scene includes digging in ash and dirt.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role in a scripted true crime reenactment scene
• Take direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• Fit male, any ethnicity
• Able to walk, sit, kneel, and stand for long periods
• Email submission with full name, height, location, and current photos (shoulders-up and full body; no hat, sunglasses, posing, or filters)

Compensation

• $100 per day (rates based on scene count)

“Snapped” Casting Call for Young Ken

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting the role of YOUNG KEN for “Snapped,” Episode 3722, filming October 6-7 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Young Ken is a white male with short brown or shaved hair; his scene finds him working as a ranch hand when his young wife visits — a happy couple who chat and flirt. Works Tuesday at 4 PM.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the role in a scripted true crime reenactment scene
• Take direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• White male with short brown or shaved hair
• Available Tuesday afternoon
• Email submission with full name, height, location, and current photos (shoulders-up and full body; no hat, sunglasses, posing, or filters)

Compensation

• $75 per day (rates based on scene count)

AMC ‘Thunder Road’ Casting Call for Tailor/Seamstress

Job Description

CL Casting is hiring a tailor or seamstress for Season 1 of the AMC series “Thunder Road,” filming in Senoia. Talent must have experience as a tailor, seamstress, or in alterations and measurements — ages 18-50s, any ethnicity. Work dates: Wednesday, October 7 or Thursday, October 15.

Job Responsibilities

• Handle tailoring, alterations, and measurements for on-camera talent
• Work one of the listed film dates in Senoia

Requirements

• Experience as a tailor, seamstress, or in alterations and measurements
• Ages 18-50s, any ethnicity
• Join the casting database, then complete the role-specific availability form to apply

Compensation

• $182 per 12-hour day

$3,000 Casting Call for Female Stand-In

Job Description

Miami Talent Casting is seeking a female stand-in for a production filming in Gainesville, Florida. The role calls for a Caucasian woman, ages 18-35, 5’11” to 6’2″, 150-160 lbs, with a fit, swimmer-type build and medium dark blonde to light brown hair. Shoots run October 23-25; non-local talent travel to Gainesville October 22 and depart October 26. Travel stipend, per diem, and four nights of hotel are provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during camera and lighting setups
• Attend the fitting on October 22
• Work three shoot days, October 23-25

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian, ages 18-35
• Height 5’11” to 6’2″, weight 150-160 lbs, fit swimmer-type build
• Medium dark blonde to light brown hair (open to a rinse to match)
• Must arrive in Gainesville October 22; email to request self-tape info

Compensation

• $750 per day ($2,250 total),plus $250 per day if used as a hand model; rates less 20 percent agency fee
• $250 travel stipend, $150 per diem, and four hotel nights

STARZ “Untitled Rodeo Project” Streaming Series Background Casting

Job Description

On Location Casting is casting background talent for a new STARZ streaming series, the “Untitled Rodeo Project,” filming in the Cedartown, Georgia area. Work dates run Monday, October 5 through Thursday, October 8, with day, split, and night shoots. Needed: rodeo queen pageant contestants, stage moms, past rodeo queens, rodeo attendees, bull rider types, vendors, and a family with children. Non-union; local hire only.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in rodeo crowd and pageant scenes
• Be available for the specific date or dates assigned to your role
• Follow direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• Rodeo queen contestants: female, African American, ages 18-20
• Stage moms and past rodeo queens: female, African American, ages 35-50
• Family unit: African American family of four with children ages 9-13; minors need a GDOL number
• Must work as a local hire near Cedartown, GA; submit photos, contact info, and availability

Compensation

• $110 per 10-hour day, overtime after 10 hours; $15 gas bump per day

Job Description

A television legal series filming in Culver City, California, is seeking middle-aged background actors for recurring courtroom scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is specifically targeting performers ages 30–40 of all ethnicities to portray jurors, attorneys, witnesses, defendants, plaintiffs, and courtroom spectators. Selected talent may have opportunities to return for multiple episodes and production days throughout the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray jurors, attorneys, witnesses, defendants, plaintiffs, or courtroom spectators.
• Perform natural reactions during courtroom proceedings and dialogue.
• Return for recurring courtroom scenes when selected by production.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity when returning for multiple production days.
• Help create a realistic and professional courtroom environment.

Requirements

• Must be between the ages of 30–40.
• All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Must be comfortable appearing in courtroom-style television scenes.
• Must be able to work in Culver City, California.
• Talent interested in recurring background work is encouraged to apply.
• Must be reliable, adaptable, and professional on set.
• Previous acting experience is not required.

Compensation

• $120 flat rate

Female Gymnasts Casting Call for Warner Bros. Feature Film

Job Description

An upcoming Warner Bros. feature film starring Jenna Ortega and Rose Byrne is seeking experienced female gymnasts for multiple roles. Filming will take place in Louisiana, and the production is looking for skilled gymnasts with varying levels of experience and specialization. Talent should be local to Louisiana or able to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform gymnastics skills as required for assigned scenes
• Work closely with the production team to execute movements safely and accurately
• Follow on-set direction and choreography as needed
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Be prepared to demonstrate gymnastics abilities appropriate to the assigned role

Requirements

• Female gymnasts ages 18 and older
• Must have gymnastics experience
• Various gymnastics skill levels and areas of specialization are welcome
• Must be local to Louisiana or able to work as a local hire
• Must be comfortable performing gymnastics skills for a feature film production

Compensation

• Rates vary depending on the role and skill requirements

Adidas Commercial Casting Chinese Men and Women

Job Description

An upcoming Adidas commercial is seeking Chinese men and women for a social media campaign filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. The production is looking for talent ages 30–40 who can bring a natural, authentic presence to the campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in an Adidas commercial
• Participate in content created for social media use
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Be available to film in the Cleveland, Ohio area

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–40
• Chinese ethnicity
• Must be available to work in the Cleveland, Ohio area
• Must be comfortable appearing in a commercial and social media campaign

Compensation

• $1,000 session rate
• $500 one-year buyout
• 20% additional compensation

“Freefall” Feature Film Casting People With Law Enforcement Experience to Play Police

Job Description

A feature film set in the 1980s is seeking people with real law enforcement experience to portray police officers in background roles. The production, starring Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, will film in New Jersey and New York. This opportunity is ideal for current or former law enforcement professionals who can bring authentic police experience and presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scenes for a feature film
• Bring authentic law enforcement knowledge and experience to the role
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Maintain professional conduct throughout filming
• Be available to work in Wayne, NJ, Newark, NJ, or Brooklyn, NY, depending on production needs

Requirements

• Must have real law enforcement experience
• Must be available to work in the New York or New Jersey area
• Must be available for a fitting in Brooklyn, New York
• Must be comfortable portraying a police officer in a 1980s-set feature film

Compensation

• SAG rate: $241 for 8 hours