Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

True Crime Reenactment Series – Hunter

Job Description

A network television true crime reenactment series is casting a male actor to portray a hunter who discovers a victim’s body and runs to get help. The role has no scripted dialogue, making authentic physical performance, reactions, and movement important to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hunter in a dramatic true crime reenactment
• Discover the victim’s body as part of the scripted scene
• Perform a realistic reaction and run to seek help
• Participate in scenes featuring murder-related subject matter
• Follow blocking and physical direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism across multiple takes

Requirements

• Male talent, 30s
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue
• Able to perform the physical actions required for the scene
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area

Compensation

• $100 per day
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided

True Crime Reenactment Series – Neighbor

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a female actor to portray a neighbor in an upcoming episode. This non-speaking role involves dramatic murder-related content and scripted violence, requiring a performer who is comfortable working with sensitive material and can deliver believable reactions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in a true crime reenactment
• Perform natural reactions and physical actions without scripted dialogue
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content
• Follow blocking and performance direction from the production team
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally with cast and crew during dramatic scenes

Requirements

• Hispanic female, 30s
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking role
• Able to deliver believable physical reactions on camera
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area

Compensation

• $100 per day
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided

9-1-1 Nashville – Real Surgeons

Job Description

“9-1-1 Nashville,” a 20th Century Television production, is seeking real surgeons for special ability background roles. The production is specifically looking for professionals with real-world surgical experience who can authentically portray surgeons in a hospital setting. Cardiothoracic and cardiac surgeons are especially encouraged, though general surgeons may also be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional surgeon in background scenes for “9-1-1 Nashville”
• Perform realistic surgical and medical actions based on professional experience
• Help create an authentic hospital and operating room environment on camera
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Maintain accuracy and professionalism during medical scenes
• Remain available for an extended production day if required

Requirements

• Must be a real surgeon with professional surgical experience
• Cardiothoracic and cardiac surgeons are especially sought
• General surgeons may also be considered
• Must be comfortable demonstrating authentic surgical movements on camera
• Must be prepared to commit to 12 or more hours on set if needed
• Must have flexible availability regardless of the final call time
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas
• Non-union special ability background role

Compensation

• $500 for 8 hours
• $62.50 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

9-1-1 Nashville – Flight Crew Background Actors

Job Description

“9-1-1 Nashville,” a 20th Century Television production, is seeking background talent to portray flight crew members. This non-union background acting opportunity is looking for performers who can bring a polished, professional presence to an aviation setting and remain available for an extended production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a member of a professional flight crew in background scenes
• Perform natural aviation and workplace actions as directed
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team
• Maintain a polished appearance and continuity throughout filming
• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting
• Remain available for an extended filming day as needed

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–55
• Must be able to convincingly portray professional flight crew
• Must be available for a required fitting in Franklin, Tennessee
• Must be prepared to commit to 12 or more hours on set if needed
• Must have flexible availability regardless of the final call time
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas
• Non-union background role

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• $12.50 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours
• $30 fitting compensation

Homicide for the Holidays – Pastor/School Teacher

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a male performer to portray a pastor or school teacher in an upcoming network television reenactment. The role requires a mature, trustworthy presence and natural non-speaking performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pastor or school teacher in a reenacted scene
• Perform natural actions and reactions appropriate to the character
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Maintain consistent character presentation during filming
• Work professionally with the cast and crew

Requirements

• White male, 40s–50s
• Must convincingly portray a pastor or school teacher
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue
• Comfortable working on a true crime reenactment series
• Must be able to work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $75 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – CSI

Job Description

A network true crime reenactment production is seeking an adult performer to portray a crime scene investigator. This role will help create a believable investigative environment through natural, non-speaking on-camera actions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI professional during investigation scenes
• Perform realistic crime scene investigation actions as directed
• Follow production blocking and continuity instructions
• Interact naturally with other law enforcement characters
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Adult talent
• Able to convincingly portray a crime scene investigator
• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking true crime series
• Able to follow detailed production direction
• Must work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity
• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent

Homicide for the Holidays – Detective Michaels

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is looking for a male performer to portray Detective Michaels in an upcoming true crime reenactment. This non-speaking network television role calls for a mature, authoritative presence suitable for an investigative detective character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Michaels in investigation scenes
• Perform realistic detective actions and reactions
• Follow blocking and creative direction from production
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally during all assigned scenes

Requirements

• White male
• Full build
• Bald or shaved head
• Clean-cut appearance
• Must convincingly portray a detective
• Comfortable with non-speaking true crime reenactments
• Must work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $150 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Police Officer #2

Job Description

A true crime television production is seeking a fit male performer for a police officer reenactment role. The selected actor will help create realistic investigative scenes through physical performance and authentic law enforcement behavior.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a police officer in recreated crime scenes
• Perform assigned law enforcement movements and actions
• Follow instructions from the directing team
• Maintain an authentic professional presence on camera
• Remain consistent throughout multiple takes

Requirements

• Male talent
• Fit build
• Able to convincingly portray law enforcement personnel
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking role
• Must be a Knoxville, Tennessee local hire

Compensation

• $100 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Police Officer #1

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is casting a fit male performer to portray a police officer in an upcoming crime reenactment. Talent should have a believable law enforcement presence and be comfortable performing non-speaking actions for network television.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in true crime reenactment scenes
• Perform realistic law enforcement actions on camera
• Follow production blocking and direction
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally alongside other cast members

Requirements

• Male talent
• Fit build
• Must convincingly portray a police officer
• Comfortable with non-speaking reenactment work
• Must work locally in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $125 per day

Homicide for the Holidays – Security Guard

Job Description

A network television true crime series is casting a male performer to portray a security guard. This non-speaking reenactment role requires talent who can naturally represent professional security personnel on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard during a recreated scene
• Perform realistic security-related background actions
• Follow blocking and production instructions
• Maintain a professional on-camera presence
• Remain consistent across multiple takes

Requirements

• White male
• Must be available to work as a Knoxville, Tennessee local hire
• Comfortable with non-speaking television work
• Able to convincingly portray security personnel
• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• $75 per day