Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description:
Eden Pictures is seeking passionate crew members to join its team for the Nashville 48 Hour Film Project, taking place August 14–16 in Nashville. Whether you’re a college student looking for hands-on production experience or a filmmaker eager to collaborate on a fast-paced project, this is an opportunity to help create a film from script to screen in just 48 hours.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with film production during the 48 Hour Film Project.
• Collaborate with the cast and crew throughout the production.
• Perform duties specific to your assigned crew position.
• Help ensure the project stays on schedule over the production weekend.

Requirements:

• Open to applicants for the following crew roles:
  • Gaffer
  • Grip
  • Sound Mixer / Boom Operator
  • Production Designer
  • Props Master
  • Production Assistants
  • Stunt Coordinator
• Passion for filmmaking and collaboration.
• Available August 14–16 in Nashville.

Compensation:

• Meals provided.
• Opportunity to build your portfolio.
• Network with industry professionals.
• Gain hands-on filmmaking experience.

Job Description

A music video for an undisclosed artist is seeking featured background actors for a paid production in Nashville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for authentic, diverse individuals who represent the energy of a real neighborhood celebration. This is an excellent opportunity for local talent to appear in a professionally produced music video with featured background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in the music video.
• Follow direction from the director and production team throughout filming.
• Participate naturally in celebration scenes, including movement and dancing when appropriate.
• Be available for the full filming day.

Requirements

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent only.
• Men, women, and transgender women ages 18–80 of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Seeking authentic individuals from diverse backgrounds, professions, body types, and lifestyles.
• One featured role is specifically seeking a Black male, ages 40–60, with a professional business look and comfort dancing in celebration scenes.
• Submit your contact information, recent color photos (close-up and full body), and a short introduction video. A dancing video is encouraged.

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours.
• Paid featured background opportunity.
• Chance to appear in a professionally produced music video.

Job Description

A faith-based feature film is seeking non-union background actors to portray concertgoers in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a paid opportunity for local talent looking to gain experience on a professional film set. Men and women of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this exciting background acting role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray concert attendees in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism while on set.
• Be available for the full production schedule if selected.

Requirements

• Non-union talent only.
• Men and women ages 18–70.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Available to remain on set for up to 12 hours if needed.
• Submit your full name, height, age confirmation, location, phone number, and three current photos (including one full-body photo).
• Photos must show your current appearance with no hats, sunglasses, or filters.
• Must be eligible to complete I-9 employment verification.

Compensation

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours ($12.50/hour).
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity.

Bill for “Killer Moms” True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Bill in the non-union true crime recreation series Killer Moms. Production is seeking a tall, thin white male to portray the featured character in a dramatic reenactment. This is an excellent opportunity for performers interested in true crime television productions filming in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Bill in a true crime recreation scene.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Perform naturally in non-speaking reenactment scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• White male.
• Height of 6’0″ or taller.
• Thin build.
• Must resemble the character reference provided by production.
• Available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is seeking a white female in her 20s–30s to portray Miranda in a non-union true crime recreation series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Miranda.
• Perform scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Portray a same-sex relationship.

Requirements

• White female
• Ages 20s–30s
• Short blonde hair
• Must resemble the reference photo
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content
• Comfortable portraying a same-sex relationship

Compensation

• $150/day
• Hotel accommodations provided

True Crime TV Series Casting Call for Female Actor

Job Description

A non-union true crime television series is casting a female actor to portray a featured role in an upcoming reenactment production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a Black woman with a natural appearance who is comfortable performing scenes involving simulated murder content. This is a paid opportunity for experienced and aspiring actors interested in dramatic television productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the featured role of DJ’s Mom in a true crime reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes under the direction of the production team.
• Follow on-set direction while maintaining professionalism.
• Be available for filming in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Requirements

• Black female, approximately 40–50 years old.
• Must resemble the reference character in body type and hair style.
• Must be comfortable performing simulated murder-related scenes.
• Professional attitude and ability to follow production direction.
• Must be able to work as a local hire or travel to the filming location.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

True Crime Series Casting Call – Detective Sandi

Job Description

A paid non-union casting opportunity is available for a true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is seeking a white female actor to portray Detective Sandi in a featured reenactment role. This production contains no scripted dialogue and requires a performer who can naturally recreate investigative scenes with authenticity and professionalism.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Sandi in a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform realistic, non-verbal investigative scenes.
• Stand, kneel, squat, and sit for extended periods as required.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• White female.
• Age: 40s.
• Average build.
• Similar hairstyle, appearance, and hair color to the reference character.
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform light physical movements.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day

True Crime Series Casting Call – Gwen (Perpetrator)

Job Description

A paid non-union casting opportunity is available for a true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is seeking a white female actor to portray Gwen, a featured perpetrator in a dramatic reenactment. This production contains no scripted dialogue and requires a performer who can deliver an authentic, emotionally grounded performance in intense scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gwen in a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform realistic, non-verbal dramatic scenes.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• White female.
• Ages 19–early 20s.
• Full build.
• Similar hairstyle, appearance, and hair color to the reference character.
• Comfortable performing emotionally intense scenes.
• Available for both filming days.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day

True Crime Series Casting Call – Bill (Victim)

Job Description

A paid non-union casting opportunity is available for a true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Production is seeking a white male actor to portray Bill, a victim in a featured reenactment role. This production contains no scripted dialogue and requires a performer who can naturally recreate dramatic scenes on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Bill in a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform realistic, non-verbal scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• White male.
• Height: 6’0″ or taller.
• Thin build.
• Similar hairstyle and hair color to the reference character.
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is seeking a featured background performer to portray a Resource Officer in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for someone who closely resembles the provided photo reference and is comfortable portraying a law enforcement officer on camera.

The selected talent will likely be needed for filming on Tuesday, July 21, at approximately 1:30 PM. Hotel accommodations will be provided for the selected performer.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Resource Officer in a network television true crime recreation series.
• Closely match the provided photo reference.
• Comfortably portray a law enforcement officer on camera.
• Be available for the scheduled filming date and call time.

Requirements

Applicants must submit the following by email:

• Full name
• Two current photos:
  • Shoulder-up photo showing current hairstyle
  • Full-body photo clearly showing body type
• Height and weight
• Current city and state

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Hotel accommodations provided