Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Firefighter Background Casting Call

Job Description

A television series is casting background actors to portray firefighters for a non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking men and women who can authentically portray firefighters in realistic scenes. This is a great opportunity for local talent with a clean, professional appearance to work on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• React naturally during emergency and station scenes.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–50.
• Must fit the look of a firefighter.
• Clean-shaven men preferred (mustaches are acceptable).
• Male applicants should fit approximately size 34–38 pants.
• Female applicants should fit approximately size 6/8.
• Must be available for a 12-hour filming commitment.
• Local hires in the Nashville, Tennessee area only.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours ($15.62/hour).
• Overtime paid after 8 hours.

SWAT Officer Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a physically fit male actor to portray a SWAT officer. Casting directors are looking for clean-cut talent who can authentically represent law enforcement in dramatic television scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a SWAT officer in reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain a professional law enforcement appearance.
• Perform naturally during production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s.
• Physically fit and clean-cut appearance.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Isihia Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting the featured role of Isihia. Casting directors are seeking a Black male in his early 30s to portray the boyfriend of the victim in flashback scenes depicting happier moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Isihia in dramatic recreation scenes.
• Perform natural emotional moments on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Early 30s.
• Comfortable performing in a true crime recreation.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Columbus Girl Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking an actress to portray “Columbus Girl” in a featured role. Casting directors are looking for a White female with light brown to blonde hair who is comfortable appearing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in dramatic reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in emotionally driven scenes.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• White female.
• Late 20s to early 30s.
• Light brown to blonde hair.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

David Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured role for David, a Black male in his early 30s. Casting directors are seeking talent to portray a man being interviewed by detectives in a dramatic recreation with minimal scenes. This is a great opportunity for actors interested in television reenactment productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David during detective interview scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver a natural, believable performance.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Early 30s.
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic true crime recreation.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Wannabe Musicians Casting Call

Job Description

A feature film is seeking background actors to portray aspiring musicians during an open mic night scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for men and women with authentic singer-songwriter, musician, or country music personalities who can bring realism to Nashville’s live music scene. This is a paid local hire opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an aspiring musician during an open mic scene.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic live music atmosphere.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–70.
• Experienced musicians, singers, songwriters, or authentic country music types.
• Comfortable portraying performers at an open mic event.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability.

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime paid after 8 hours, if applicable.

Saloon Guests Casting Call

Job Description

A feature film is casting background actors to portray saloon guests in a lively country bar scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking men and women with authentic cowboy, country western, or old-school Nashville looks to help create the atmosphere of a bustling honky-tonk. This is a paid local hire opportunity for background performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray patrons in a country saloon scene.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic honky-tonk atmosphere.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–70.
• Cowboy, country western, or old Nashville character types.
• Comfortable portraying country bar patrons.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability.

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime paid after 8 hours, if applicable.

Kids Background Casting Call

Job Description

A healthcare commercial is casting outgoing child background actors for a paid non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for fun, energetic boys and girls with great personalities to appear in background scenes. No skateboarding experience is required for this role. This is a local hire opportunity, and a parent or guardian must remain on set throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in background scenes for a healthcare commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming.
• Participate in production activities as directed.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 6–12.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Outgoing, energetic, and not shy.
• Good personality.
• Skateboarding experience is not required.
• Parent or guardian must remain on set at all times.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability for filming.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime after 8 hours, if applicable.

Skateboarder Kids Casting Call

Job Description

A healthcare commercial is seeking energetic child background actors with skateboarding experience for a paid non-union production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are looking for outgoing boys and girls who are comfortable riding a skateboard and can bring authentic energy to the commercial. This is a local hire opportunity, and a parent or guardian must remain on set with the child throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background child in a healthcare commercial.
• Ride a skateboard naturally during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 6–12.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be outgoing, energetic, and comfortable on a skateboard.
• Skateboarding experience is required.
• Parent or guardian must remain on set at all times.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must have full-day availability for filming.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime after 8 hours, if applicable.

Featured Background Talent Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is casting featured background talent for a non-union series filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking lean, fit, and active individuals of all genders, ages 18–55, to portray athletic, Lululemon-style characters. This featured background role offers a higher pay rate and is ideal for performers with a healthy, athletic appearance who are available for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available to work up to 12 hours if needed.

Requirements

• Ages 18–55.
• Open to all genders.
• Must have a lean, athletic, and active appearance.
• Should portray a healthy, fitness-focused lifestyle.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must be available for up to 12 hours.

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours ($15.62 per hour guaranteed).
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.