Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

DA Staff (Background Role)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray DA Staff in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid extra role is a great fit for performers who can deliver a professional, office-ready look and blend naturally into a busy law enforcement environment on camera. You may be asked to attend a costume fitting, and you must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray district attorney staff in a police department bullpen scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a polished, workplace-appropriate on-camera presence

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Police Captain / Lieutenant (Featured Background)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray a Police Captain or Lieutenant in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid on-camera role is ideal for performers who can bring an authoritative, professional presence and take direction well in a working set environment. Production may request a costume fitting, and talent must be able to provide wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police captain/lieutenant in a police department scene

• Maintain a believable law enforcement presence on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 30+

• Professional, camera-ready appearance

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production wardrobe guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Civilians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray civilians in a police department “bullpen” scene. This extra casting opportunity is great for talent who can take direction, stay natural on camera, and help create a realistic station environment. You’ll need to arrive set-ready with your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a civilian extra in a police department bullpen scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a natural, believable presence during filming

• Arrive prepared with required wardrobe and stay camera-ready

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set for the full workday

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Job Description

The short film “In Headlights” is casting 7 background extras (ages 20–36) to appear in two separate scenes filmed in the Melbourne area. Extras will be split into two groups to support different locations and times of day. This is an unpaid background opportunity, and all selected extras will receive on-screen credit. Complimentary meals and drinks will be provided on the shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background extra naturally and consistently during filmed scenes.

• Follow direction from the director/AD team and maintain continuity across takes.

• Arrive on time, ready to work for the assigned scene time (early morning or afternoon).

• Remain professional on set and cooperate with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Must be ages 20–36.

• Must be able to work as a background extra for a one-day shoot.

• Reliable transportation to the Melbourne filming area.

• Ability to follow instructions and remain available for the duration of your assigned call time.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid (production notes they are trying to secure funding, but applicants should expect unpaid).

• Complimentary breakfast/lunch and drinks provided

• All extras will be credited

Stylish, Fun, Hip & Trendy Background Extras (Non-Union Commercial)

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting stylish background extras with fun, modern energy for upbeat on-camera scenes. Production is looking for talent with a trendy look, confident presence, and natural vibe that fits a youthful, high-style commercial world. This is a local hire opportunity for performers who can work in New Orleans.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in energetic commercial scenes

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

• Bring a stylish, expressive presence that reads well on camera

• Maintain a professional attitude on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Must be comfortable being filmed in a fast-paced commercial environment

• Strong personal style (hip, trendy, fashion-forward looks encouraged)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction quickly

• Local hire able to work in New Orleans (no travel provided)

• Able to provide recent photos and basic casting details for consideration

Compensation

• $400 flat rate (non-union)

Suspicious Friend of the Perp (Male, 20s–30s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for a “Suspicious Friend of the Perp” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent in their 20s–30s who can bring a tense, watchable presence and deliver believable reactions that help sell the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a suspicious friend character in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Deliver natural, readable reactions and body language without dialogue

• Remain professional on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–30s

• Strong on-camera presence; able to play “shifty” or suspicious through expression and posture

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Perp’s Mother (Female, 40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Perp’s Mother” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking female talent in their 40s who can bring believable, grounded reactions to support the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Perp’s Mother” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Deliver natural, emotionally appropriate reactions without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism on a working set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Female talent, age range 40s

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Perp’s Father (Male, 40s–50s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Perp’s Father” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent in their 40s–50s who can deliver grounded, believable reactions and help create realistic family moments within the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Perp’s Father” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Deliver natural, emotionally appropriate reactions without dialogue

• Remain professional on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 40s–50s

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Feature Film Extras – Party Scene (Non-Union)

Job Description
A feature film is urgently casting non-union background actors for a lively party scene. Production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 21–35, who can realistically blend into an on-camera bar environment. This is a fast turnaround background casting opportunity for local talent who can work on set in Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a partygoer in a bar scene

• Follow direction from the AD team for movement, timing, and continuity

• React naturally in the environment (socializing, mingling, background action)

• Remain professional and camera-ready for multiple takes

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities

• Age range: 21–35

• Must be 21+ (scene takes place in a real bar)

• Non-union talent

• Must be a local hire and able to work in Austin (no travel provided)

• Comfortable with a quick booking process and last-minute call time

Compensation

• $125 / 12 hours

Rick’s Wife (White Female, 40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “Rick’s Wife” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking a white female in her 40s with an attractive, natural on-camera look who can follow direction and help portray realistic relationship moments within the story. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Rick’s Wife” in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, reactions, and continuity across multiple takes

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent performance throughout filming

• Work professionally in a crewed environment and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• White female talent, age range 40s

• Attractive, natural on-camera presence

• Comfortable appearing in true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day