Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Female Museum Gala Background Actor

Job Description

A television series is seeking a female background actor for an elegant museum gala scene filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This paid opportunity is looking for a polished, sophisticated performer who can portray a high-end gala guest. The role includes scenes requiring movement in formal attire, making it ideal for talent who are comfortable performing in gowns or formal wear.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale museum gala guest in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Perform scenes requiring movement while wearing formal attire.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 40–55.
• Must have an able-bodied appearance for the scene requirements.
• Comfortable running while wearing a formal gown or evening attire.
• Must be available for the wardrobe fitting and all production days.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• Filming: $100/8 hours (plus time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $30.

Family Friend #2 – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a Black female actor to portray a family friend in a dramatic home scene. This paid role is ideal for performers who can deliver an authentic, emotional performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family friend in a dramatic scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Help create an authentic emotional atmosphere on screen.

Requirements

• Black female.
• 30s.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Family Friend – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a Black male actor to portray a family friend in an emotional dramatic scene. This featured role involves helping law enforcement identify a victim and requires a natural, believable performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family friend in dramatic scenes.
• Interact with law enforcement characters on screen.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver an authentic emotional performance.

Requirements

• Black male.
• 30s.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Police Officer #2 – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a male actor to portray a police officer in dramatic scenes. This paid role is seeking a physically fit performer who can bring authenticity to a law enforcement character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Safely handle approved prop weapons if required.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Physically fit.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Comfortable handling approved prop weapons.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Police Officer #1 – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a Black male actor to portray a police officer in dramatic scenes. This featured role is perfect for performers with a professional appearance who can convincingly portray law enforcement on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a feature film.
• Perform law enforcement scenes as directed.
• Safely handle approved prop weapons if required.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Clean-cut appearance.
• Physically fit.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Comfortable handling approved prop weapons.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Detective – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a white male actor to portray a detective in a dramatic production. This featured role is ideal for performers who can authentically portray law enforcement personnel and are comfortable handling approved prop weapons during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a feature film.
• Perform law enforcement scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Safely handle approved prop weapons as required.
• Follow all production and safety instructions on set.

Requirements

• White male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Bald.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Comfortable handling approved prop weapons.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Bass Guitar Player for Faith-Based Feature Film

Job Description

A faith-based feature film is casting a Latino-presenting male with bass guitar experience for a special ability background role. This non-union opportunity is perfect for performers who can convincingly play bass guitar on camera, even though no live music performance will be required. Local talent in the Nashville area is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bass guitar player in a featured background role.
• Demonstrate realistic bass guitar playing on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Latino-presenting male.
• Ages 18–30.
• Must have bass guitar experience and be able to play convincingly on camera.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Must be available for a full production day if selected.

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

David – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray David, the victim’s ex-husband, in a dramatic reenactment. This featured role requires a convincing performance in an emotionally intense scene without scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David in a true crime reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Help bring authenticity to the recreation.

Requirements

• White male.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 40–50.
• Mustache preferred but not required.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

Child Actor #1 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role requires a natural on-camera presence for an emotionally driven scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• React naturally during filming.

Requirements

• White female.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 8–11.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Child Actor #2 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is seeking a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role focuses on natural reactions in an emotionally impactful scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Deliver a believable on-camera performance.

Requirements

• White male.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 7–9.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.