Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

CSI Background Actor for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting a physically fit individual to portray a CSI (crime scene investigator) in a non-speaking role. Filming will take place in Knoxville, Tennessee, and the role requires talent who can perform realistic investigative movements such as standing, crouching, or squatting during scenes. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional network production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI professional in crime scene reenactment scenes
• Perform realistic investigative actions such as examining evidence
• Follow direction from the production team for blocking and movement
• Maintain a serious, focused on-screen presence

Requirements

• Ages 25 to 35, all genders
• Physically fit and comfortable standing or squatting for scenes
• Able to perform in a non-speaking role
• Must be local to or able to work in Knoxville, TN
• Comfortable following direction and maintaining continuity

Compensation

• $125 per day
• Opportunity to work on a network television series
• Gain professional on-set experience

Coffee Shop and Diner Background Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting background extras to portray coffee shop and diner staff in an upcoming production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking individuals who can naturally fit into a café or diner setting, bringing realism and subtle performance to non-speaking scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray waiters or waitresses in a coffee shop or diner environment
• Perform natural background actions such as serving or interacting with guests
• Follow direction from the production team for scene blocking
• Maintain continuity and a realistic on-screen presence

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities
• Must be able to portray waiter or waitress types
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role
• Able to follow direction and work efficiently on set
• Must be local to or able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75 per day
• Opportunity to work on a network television series
• Gain on-set experience in a professional production

Teen Male Actor for True Crime Series Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a Hispanic male to portray a teenage character in an upcoming episode filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking role is for a network television production and requires talent who can convincingly play younger on camera. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teenage character in a true crime reenactment scene
• Follow direction from the production team for blocking and movement
• Maintain a natural and believable on-screen presence
• Participate in a non-speaking, visually driven performance

Requirements

• Hispanic male, must be able to portray age 15
• Must be 18 or older to apply
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking role
• Able to follow direction and maintain continuity
• Must be local to or able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $125 per day
• Opportunity to work on a network television series
• Gain on-set experience in a professional production

Deputy Roles for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting male talent to portray deputies in a dramatic television production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role requires individuals who can convincingly represent law enforcement officers with a strong physical presence and confidence handling prop equipment in realistic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy/law enforcement officer in reenactment scenes
• Follow direction to deliver realistic, non-scripted-style performances
• Handle prop equipment safely and professionally
• Maintain continuity and character consistency throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40
• Physically fit with a strong on-camera presence
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles
• Comfortable handling prop weapons
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, Tennessee
• Available for 1–2 days of filming

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Non-union television role
• Day rate only (no travel or lodging provided)

Restaurant Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting non-union background actors for restaurant scenes filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The production is seeking a wide range of talent to portray everyday restaurant patrons and staff, bringing authenticity and natural energy to on-screen dining environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons, servers, or everyday customers in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction to create realistic dining atmosphere
• Maintain continuity and natural reactions during filming
• Be prepared for extended filming hours if needed

Requirements

• Ages 9–70, open to all genders and ethnicities
• Must be able to portray roles such as diners, truck driver types, parents, or servers
• Comfortable working in a background setting
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee
• Available for filming and flexible with call times
• Minors must be able to work within limited hours

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour)
• 8-hour guarantee with time-and-a-half after
• Non-union background role

David Role for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for “David” in an upcoming television production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role involves portraying a real-life character in a dramatic reenactment, making it ideal for talent who can deliver a natural and believable on-screen presence in emotionally grounded scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “David” in a true crime reenactment scene
• Follow direction from the production team to match tone and realism
• Maintain continuity and character consistency during filming
• Participate in scheduled filming for assigned scenes

Requirements

• Male, White or Hispanic
• Must have a buzzed haircut and clean facial hair
• Average to full build
• Comfortable performing in dramatic reenactment scenes
• Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee
• Able to portray realistic, non-scripted-style actions

Compensation

• $150 for one day of filming
• Non-union television role

Teen Female Background Actor for TV Series

Job Description
A TV series is casting a featured background actor for a compelling scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The production is seeking a young female performer to portray a character involved in an emotionally intense storyline. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional set and be part of a scripted series with meaningful scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a TV series
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Participate in scenes involving simulated dramatic content
• Maintain professionalism and focus on set
• Be available for the full duration of the shoot day

Requirements

• Female, ages 12–15
• Blonde with a similar look to the principal actor
• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area
• Comfortable participating in scenes with sensitive or intense themes (simulated)
• Parent or guardian must be present for minors
• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $175–$187 for 8 hours (plus overtime if applicable)
• Featured background role in a TV series
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an established production

Commercial Background Actors

Job Description
A commercial production is now casting background actors for a bank-themed advertisement filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a great opportunity for local talent to appear in a professionally produced broadcast commercial with full media usage. The production is seeking diverse individuals who can bring authenticity and natural presence to everyday banking environment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles in a commercial setting
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout the shoot day
• Be flexible with call and wrap times
• Contribute to realistic, engaging background scenes

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 25–55
• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds
• Must be local to Nashville, TN (no travel or accommodations provided)
• Full-day availability required
• Ability to take direction and perform naturally on camera
• Reliable and professional demeanor on set

Compensation

• $400 for up to 10 hours
• Overtime pay after 10 hours (if applicable)
• Full usage for broadcast commercial across all media
• Agency fee included in rate (if applicable)

Cynthia Role Casting Call for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A true crime television series is casting the role of Cynthia for a non-union production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This reenactment-style project focuses on real-life cases and requires talent to portray intense, dramatic moments without scripted dialogue. This is a great opportunity for actors comfortable with emotionally driven and suspenseful content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Cynthia in reenactment scenes
• Follow direction to deliver realistic, non-verbal performances
• Participate in filming for 1–2 days as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism on set during sensitive scenes

Requirements

• Female, 50s–60s
• Must have hair similar to the character reference
• Comfortable portraying scenes involving scripted violence and mature themes
• Strong on-camera presence with ability to convey emotion without dialogue
• Must be available for filming dates as required

Compensation

• $150 per day

Detective Role Casting for True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A new non-union true crime recreation series is now casting talent for a detective role filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This project will air on a major network and focuses on dramatized real-life cases. Talent will portray a law enforcement officer in reenactment scenes, contributing to a gripping and realistic storytelling experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in scripted reenactment scenes
• Follow direction to deliver realistic, non-verbal performances
• Maintain professionalism on set during filming
• Collaborate with the production team to achieve authentic scenes

Requirements

• Must resemble the character type of a detective/law enforcement officer
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles
• Strong on-camera presence with the ability to convey emotion without scripted dialogue
• Must be available for 1–2 days of filming (schedule to be confirmed closer to shoot dates)

Compensation

• Paid day rate (non-union)
• No travel or lodging provided