Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Kids Background Casting Call

Job Description

A healthcare commercial is casting outgoing child background actors for a paid non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for fun, energetic boys and girls with great personalities to appear in background scenes. No skateboarding experience is required for this role. This is a local hire opportunity, and a parent or guardian must remain on set throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in background scenes for a healthcare commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming.
• Participate in production activities as directed.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 6–12.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Outgoing, energetic, and not shy.
• Good personality.
• Skateboarding experience is not required.
• Parent or guardian must remain on set at all times.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability for filming.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime after 8 hours, if applicable.

Skateboarder Kids Casting Call

Job Description

A healthcare commercial is seeking energetic child background actors with skateboarding experience for a paid non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for outgoing boys and girls who are comfortable riding a skateboard and can bring authentic energy to the commercial. This is a local hire opportunity, and a parent or guardian must remain on set with the child throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background child in a healthcare commercial.
• Ride a skateboard naturally during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 6–12.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be outgoing, energetic, and comfortable on a skateboard.
• Skateboarding experience is required.
• Parent or guardian must remain on set at all times.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability for filming.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime after 8 hours, if applicable.

Featured Background Talent Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is casting featured background talent for a non-union series filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking lean, fit, and active individuals of all genders, ages 18–55, to portray athletic, Lululemon-style characters. This featured background role offers a higher pay rate and is ideal for performers with a healthy, athletic appearance who are available for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available to work up to 12 hours if needed.

Requirements

• Ages 18–55.
• Open to all genders.
• Must have a lean, athletic, and active appearance.
• Should portray a healthy, fitness-focused lifestyle.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must be available for up to 12 hours.

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours ($15.62 per hour guaranteed).
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.

Gerald for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting an actor to portray Gerald in an upcoming network television production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking a male performer in his 20s who closely resembles the character’s appearance and is comfortable portraying scenes involving murder-related content. This is a paid opportunity for actors interested in dramatic television productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Gerald in a true crime recreation series.
• Follow the director’s creative vision during filming.
• Deliver an authentic on-camera performance in dramatic scenes.
• Work collaboratively with the production team on set.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Should closely resemble the character’s reference appearance.
• Comfortable with murder-related content.
• Must be available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent only.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

True Crime Recreation Series Hispanic Male Actor

Job Description

A paid true crime recreation series for network television is casting a Hispanic male actor to portray “Joey” in a non-union production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking an actor in his 20s who closely resembles a reference photo and is comfortable appearing in scenes involving murder content. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in television reenactment roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Joey” in a true crime recreation series.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Perform naturally in scripted reenactment scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Hispanic male.
• Playing age: 20s.
• Should closely resemble the reference appearance for the role.
• Comfortable appearing in scenes involving murder-related content.
• Available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Actors, Emerging Talent, and Digital Creators for Micro-Drama Series

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now open for an original scripted micro-drama series filming in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking experienced actors, emerging talent, and digital creators for supporting roles in a suspense, thriller, and action production. The series will be professionally produced in both cinematic and vertical formats for distribution across multiple digital platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform supporting roles in a scripted micro-drama series.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team during filming.
• Follow creative direction to deliver authentic performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to experienced actors.
• Emerging talent is encouraged to apply.
• Digital creators are welcome.
• Comfortable performing in suspense, thriller, and action scenes.
• Must be able to work in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Compensation

• Paid roles.
• Compensation is based on the role.

Female Museum Gala Background Actor

Job Description

A television series is seeking a female background actor for an elegant museum gala scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This paid opportunity is looking for a polished, sophisticated performer who can portray a high-end gala guest. The role includes scenes requiring movement in formal attire, making it ideal for talent who are comfortable performing in gowns or formal wear.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale museum gala guest in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Perform scenes requiring movement while wearing formal attire.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 40–55.
• Must have an able-bodied appearance for the scene requirements.
• Comfortable running while wearing a formal gown or evening attire.
• Must be available for the wardrobe fitting and all production days.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• Filming: $100/8 hours (plus time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $30.

Family Friend #2 – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a Black female actor to portray a family friend in a dramatic home scene. This paid role is ideal for performers who can deliver an authentic, emotional performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family friend in a dramatic scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Help create an authentic emotional atmosphere on screen.

Requirements

• Black female.
• 30s.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Family Friend – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a Black male actor to portray a family friend in an emotional dramatic scene. This featured role involves helping law enforcement identify a victim and requires a natural, believable performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family friend in dramatic scenes.
• Interact with law enforcement characters on screen.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver an authentic emotional performance.

Requirements

• Black male.
• 30s.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Police Officer #2 – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a male actor to portray a police officer in dramatic scenes. This paid role is seeking a physically fit performer who can bring authenticity to a law enforcement character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Safely handle approved prop weapons if required.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Physically fit.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Comfortable handling approved prop weapons.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $125 per day.