Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Real Family Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real families to appear together in lifestyle restaurant scenes. Production is looking for genuine family units with natural chemistry and distinctive shared features.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in a restaurant setting

• Interact naturally with family members during filming

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Real families with children ages 5–55 (parents included)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Families with 4+ kids are a bonus

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate per person for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

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)

Restaurant Customer Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking everyday restaurant customers to appear in dining scenes. This role is perfect for performers who can bring a relaxed, down-home presence to a casual restaurant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes

• Eat and interact naturally on camera

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–80

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Everyday, casual look

• Must be comfortable eating on camera

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)