Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

True Crime TV Series Actor – Josh (Victim)

Job Description

A true crime television series is casting a featured male actor to portray Josh, a victim character in a dramatic reenactment. This non-union production is seeking talent who closely matches the character description and is comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and crime-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Josh in a true crime reenactment.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Accurately represent the character as outlined by the production.

Requirements

• Male talent, late 30s to 40s.
• Brown hair and beard preferred.
• Must closely resemble the character reference provided by production.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and crime-related scenes.
• Available for filming in the Knoxville area.
• Prior acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $200 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.
• Opportunity to appear in a network television true crime series.

Medical Examiner’s Office Workers

Job Description

A television production is seeking male background actors to portray workers at a medical examiner’s office for a non-union project filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Set in 1999, this opportunity is ideal for performers who can help create an authentic workplace environment while contributing to a professionally produced television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medical examiner’s office worker in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Participate in multiple takes as needed
• Help create a realistic workplace atmosphere on screen
• Remain available for the full filming commitment

Requirements

• Male talent only
• Ages 25–65
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must be available for a full filming day of up to 12 hours
• Professional attitude and reliability required
• Comfortable working in a production environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Able to provide acceptable employment verification documentation

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours
• Non-union background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience

Artenna for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an actor to portray Artenna in scripted reenactment scenes filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for talent in their late 20s who can closely match the character’s hairstyle and appearance. The role involves participating in dramatic crime recreation scenes and requires performers who are comfortable with scripted murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Artenna in scripted reenactment scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and directors
• Participate in dramatic true crime recreation sequences
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Female talent in her late 20s
• Must be able to match the character’s hairstyle and appearance
• Comfortable with scripted murder-related content
• Professional and reliable on set
• Available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area
• Able to take direction and perform dramatic scenes effectively

Compensation

• $200 per day
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Non-union television production opportunity
• Professional experience on a network true crime series

Nashville Firefighters for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is seeking real firefighters currently employed by the Nashville Fire Department for special ability background roles in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Production is looking for authentic firefighters who can bring realism to emergency response scenes while using their professional experience and equipment on camera. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for first-time performers interested in working on a television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a firefighter in background scenes for a television series
• Wear and utilize authentic turnout gear during filming
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Help create realistic emergency response environments
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production day

Requirements

• Must be a current firefighter with the Nashville Fire Department
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Able to provide and wear department turnout gear with identifying markings temporarily covered
• Available for a full production day
• Comfortable working on camera
• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours
• Potential workday of up to 12+ hours
• Paid special ability background opportunity
• Professional television production experience

Local Actors & On-Camera Presenters

Job Description

A growing marketing and video production team is seeking talented local actors and on-camera presenters in Knoxville, Tennessee for commercial content featuring local businesses. This opportunity is ideal for performers who are confident on camera, have strong communication skills, and can engage audiences naturally. Whether your background is in theater, improv, commercial work, or content creation, this role offers a chance to showcase your personality and on-camera presence while working with local brands.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in promotional and commercial content for local businesses
• Deliver engaging and natural performances for video productions
• Present products, services, or business messages effectively
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Collaborate with clients and crew during filming
• Represent local businesses in a professional manner

Requirements

• Must be based in or near Knoxville, Tennessee
• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills
• Experience in acting, presenting, theater, improv, commercials, or related performance work preferred
• Comfortable speaking on camera and engaging audiences
• Ability to take direction and adapt to different projects
• Professional attitude and reliability

Compensation

• $50 per hour
• Paid on-camera performance opportunity
• Flexible project-based work
• Opportunity to build experience and expand your commercial portfolio

Background Runners for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is now casting background runners for an upcoming scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking fit male performers who can portray runners in an active outdoor sequence. Some selected talent may be required to appear shirtless and should be comfortable with the physical demands of the role. Local hires are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a runner in a background scene for a television production
• Participate in active running sequences as directed by production
• Follow instructions from the director and crew on set
• Maintain energy and continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–70
• Physically capable of running during filming
• Comfortable appearing shirtless if required for the scene
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Available for a full day of filming and flexible with production timing
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
• Additional half-hour pay included
• Opportunity to gain experience on a television production

Scarpetta Season 2 Background Talent – Car Mourner

Job Description

A non-union television production is casting background talent for Scarpetta Season 2 filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking men and women to portray mourners with vehicles for an upcoming scene. Local hires are encouraged to apply for this paid background acting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mourner in a background scene
• Provide a personal vehicle for use during filming
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Remain available on set for the duration of the filming day
• Maintain professional behavior while working on set

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–65
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must have access to a vehicle
• Red and white vehicles are not eligible
• Able to commit to a full filming day if needed
• Comfortable working as background talent in a television production

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours ($12.50 per hour)
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours
• Additional $30 vehicle bump
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity

Hospital Visitor Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is casting background actors to portray hospital visitors for an upcoming series filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This non-union opportunity is seeking fresh faces who can help create an authentic hospital environment. Talent must be local to the Nashville area and available for the entire filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital visitors in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• React naturally in hospital waiting rooms, hallways, and visitor areas
• Remain available for the full scheduled workday

Requirements

• Ages 18–65
• Open to all genders
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Comfortable portraying a hospital visitor on camera
• Able to commit to a full filming day
• Professional, reliable, and punctual
• Previous background acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours when applicable
• Opportunity to work on a television production
• Gain on-set experience with a professional cast and crew

Hospital Patient Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is casting background actors to portray hospital patients for an upcoming series filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This non-union opportunity is seeking new faces who can bring authenticity to a hospital environment. Talent must be local to the Nashville area and available for the entire filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital patients in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Remain available for the full scheduled workday
• Help create a realistic hospital setting on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–65
• Open to all genders
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Comfortable portraying a hospital patient
• Able to commit to a full filming day
• Reliable, professional, and punctual
• Previous background acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours when applicable
• Opportunity to gain experience on a television production
• Work with a professional cast and crew

African American & Hispanic Background Talent for National Cellular Commercial

Job Description

A national cellular commercial is now casting local background talent in Memphis, Tennessee. Production is seeking African American and Hispanic men and women with a polished, professional appearance for featured background roles. Talent must be available for the full shoot day and able to work locally in the Memphis area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a national cellular commercial
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional appearance throughout filming
• Be available for the entire production day, including potential call time adjustments
• Arrive prepared and ready to work on set

Requirements

• Local to Memphis, Tennessee, or able to work as a local hire
• African American women, ages 25–35
• Hispanic men and women, ages 25–35
• Maximum height of 5’7″
• Well-groomed and professional appearance
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production
• Full-day availability required with no scheduling conflicts

Compensation

• $225 for up to 8 hours of work
• Opportunity to gain experience on a national commercial production
• Work with a professional film and commercial production team