Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Neighbor for Production

Job Description

A production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area is looking for a male actor to portray a neighbor. This paid on-camera opportunity is open to talent of any ethnicity who can bring an authentic and natural presence to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in a filmed production scene.
• Perform naturally and authentically on camera.
• Take direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Able to portray a believable neighborhood resident.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

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

911 Caller for Production

Job Description

A production in the Knoxville, Tennessee area is seeking a female actor to portray a 911 caller in a filmed scene. This role is open to performers of any ethnicity who can deliver a natural and believable on-camera performance while following production direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 911 caller in a production scene.
• Deliver a natural and convincing performance.
• Follow instructions from the director and production team.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Comfortable portraying a 911 caller.
• Must be available to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

Manager/Security Officer for Production

Job Description

A production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area is seeking a male actor to portray a manager/security officer. This paid acting opportunity is open to performers of any ethnicity who can bring a professional, authoritative presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a manager/security officer during a filmed scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Able to portray a manager/security officer.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

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

Young Boy Photo Double for “9-1-1: Nashville” Season 2

Job Description

“9-1-1: Nashville” Season 2 is seeking a young boy to work as a non-union photo double in the Franklin and Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting is looking for a child approximately 9–11 years old who closely matches the principal actor’s complexion, appearance, and physical build. This is a paid photo double opportunity with multiple potential workdays, and performers with broad availability are strongly preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a young principal actor on “9-1-1: Nashville.”
• Closely replicate the actor’s appearance during scenes where a photo double is required.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain consistent appearance and positioning throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew across multiple production days.

Requirements

• Young boy approximately 9–11 years old.
• Approximately 4’4″ tall.
• Approximately 61 lbs.
• Must closely resemble the principal actor in complexion, overall appearance, and physical build.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Franklin/Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Broad availability across multiple filming days is strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional television production.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 12 hours.
• Minor working hours will follow applicable regulations.

Airport Police Background Actors for “9-1-1: Nashville”

Job Description

“9-1-1: Nashville” is seeking male background actors to portray airport police officers in an upcoming television scene. Casting is looking for men ages 25–55 who can bring a professional and authoritative law enforcement presence to the role. This is a non-union background acting opportunity for talent local to Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an airport police officer in background scenes for “9-1-1: Nashville.”
• Perform realistic law enforcement actions and interactions on camera.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain an authoritative and professional appearance throughout filming.
• Remain available for the full production day as required.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 25–55.
• Must be able to convincingly portray an airport police officer.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or the surrounding area.
• Talent who have already portrayed a police officer on the current season of “9-1-1: Nashville” are not eligible for this role.
• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12 hours.
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours.
• $12.50 per hour.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 8 hours.

Nasaire Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an actor to portray Nasaire for upcoming filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Casting is looking for talent who can resemble the real-life subject and comfortably portray a gay male in dramatic recreation scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. This is a non-speaking role with no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Nasaire in true crime recreation scenes.
• Recreate dramatic moments based on the production’s storyline.
• Perform scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Follow blocking and performance direction from the production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Early 20s.
• Must resemble the real-life subject.
• Comfortable portraying a gay male character.
• Comfortable performing scripted violence and murder-related scenes.
• Must be available to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• No scripted dialogue required.

Compensation

• $250 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Bar Employee for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking an adult background actor to portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking role calls for talent who can naturally recreate the movements and interactions of an employee working in a bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar employee in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform realistic workplace and background actions.
• Interact naturally with other performers when directed.
• Follow production instructions regarding blocking and continuity.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to adult talent.
• Comfortable portraying a bar employee on camera.
• Able to perform natural background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Police Officer for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

“Homicide for the Holidays” is casting a non-union male background actor to portray a police officer in an upcoming true crime recreation scene. The role requires talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement and maintain a professional, authoritative presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scripted recreation scenes.
• Perform realistic law enforcement background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow movement, blocking, and positioning instructions.
• Maintain an appropriate professional presence while in character.
• Preserve continuity throughout multiple takes.

Requirements

• Black male talent.
• Late 20s–40s.
• Fit to average build.
• Must convincingly portray a police officer.
• Comfortable working in a true crime recreation production.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Neighbor for “Homicide for the Holidays”

Job Description

The Oxygen true crime recreation series “Homicide for the Holidays” is seeking a background actor to portray a neighbor for upcoming filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking recreation role is ideal for talent who can deliver natural reactions and believable background performances in dramatic true crime scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in true crime recreation scenes.
• Perform natural reactions and background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity between takes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female talent.
• Ages 30 and older.
• Comfortable appearing in dramatic true crime recreation scenes.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

True Crime Series Casting Call – Law Enforcement Officer 2

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is seeking male and female talent for a law enforcement role filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The production is looking for physically fit performers who can authentically portray an officer while participating in dramatic reenactment scenes and safely handling a prop weapon. This is a non-union role with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a law enforcement officer in true crime recreation scenes.
• Deliver realistic physical reactions and movements on camera.
• Handle a prop weapon as directed during production.
• Take direction and adapt to the needs of each scene.
• Help create believable law enforcement sequences for the series.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Ages 20–40.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Physically fit with a clean-cut appearance.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement and handling a prop weapon.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.