Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

True Crime Series Casting – Ashlea, Victim

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Ashlea, the victim, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her 20s–30s who can deliver a believable dramatic performance. The role includes scripted violence with a stunt coordinator and does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ashlea, the victim, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence under the supervision of a stunt coordinator.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and stunt teams.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and attentive while on set.

Requirements

• White female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Comfortable performing dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Comfortable participating in scripted violence with a stunt coordinator.
• Able to follow production and safety direction.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Alexis, Victim’s Friend

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Alexis, a victim’s friend, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a woman in her 20s–30s with dark hair and dark eyes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and able to deliver a natural, believable performance in true crime reenactment scenes. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alexis, the victim’s friend, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and prepared while on set.

Requirements

• Female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Dark hair and dark eyes.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Cedillo

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Cedillo for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a Hispanic male in his 40s–50s who can bring a believable law enforcement presence to dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and capable of performing various physical movements for extended periods. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Cedillo in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a believable and professional detective presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Hispanic male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Pate

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Pate for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white male in his 40s–50s who can deliver a believable law enforcement presence in dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. This role has no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Pate in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a realistic and professional law enforcement presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• White male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Carter

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Carter for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her late teens to 20s with brown hair and a petite build. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. The role also includes a staged armed robbery scene with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Carter in dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Participate in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity between takes.
• Deliver believable reactions and physical performances without scripted dialogue.

Requirements

• White female talent, late teens to 20s.
• Brown hair.
• Petite build.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Comfortable participating in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Feature Film Background Actors – Nashville Pedestrians

Job Description

A feature film is casting male and female background actors to portray Nashville pedestrians in downtown Nashville and Broadway scenes. This paid background casting opportunity is seeking local talent who can bring a natural, authentic presence to busy city scenes for a professional feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians in downtown Nashville and Broadway scenes.
• Perform natural background movements and activities as directed.
• Follow instructions from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic Nashville street environment on camera.

Requirements

• Open to male and female talent.
• Able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Full-day availability for the assigned filming day.
• Comfortable working as a background actor in public street scenes.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

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

Feature Film Background Actors – Young Men / Gang Members

Job Description

A feature film is casting young male background actors for scenes filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The production is seeking men ages 18–30 with a rough-around-the-edges, gritty appearance who can naturally portray young men or neighborhood gang members. This is a paid background acting opportunity for Nashville-area talent who can bring an authentic presence to the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young man or gang member in feature film background scenes.
• Perform natural background actions according to production direction.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Follow instructions from the assistant directors and production team.
• Remain professional and attentive while on set.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 18–30.
• Rough-around-the-edges, gritty appearance appropriate for the scene.
• Able to work as a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Full-day availability for the assigned filming day.
• Reliable and comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

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

Karen True Crime Reenactment Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is casting a female actor for the role of Karen. The production is seeking talent who can closely match the character reference and authentically portray the role in dramatic reenactment scenes. This is a non-speaking role filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Karen in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform natural reactions and physical actions without scripted dialogue.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black female, in her 20s.
• Straight black hair.
• Slim build.
• Must closely resemble the character reference.
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking reenactment role.
• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel provided.

True Crime Reenactment Casting Call for Male Actor

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a Black male actor in his late 20s to 30s for the role of Isahia. This Knoxville, Tennessee casting call involves minimal scenes portraying a happy relationship with a female character. The role does not include scripted dialogue, making it a strong opportunity for actors with expressive on-camera performance skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Isahia in a true crime television reenactment
• Perform relationship scenes with a female actor
• Convey emotions naturally through nonverbal on-camera performance
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Black male actor
• Late 20s to 30s
• Should closely resemble the character reference
• Comfortable performing scenes without scripted dialogue
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $125 per da

911 NSV Season 2 Photo Double Casting Call

Job Description

A 20th Century Television production is seeking a non-union female photo double for 911 NSV Season 2 filming in the Franklin/Nashville, Tennessee area. This background talent opportunity is for a white blonde female who closely matches the featured actor’s appearance, complexion, build, and hairstyle. Local Nashville-area talent should be prepared for a potentially extended day on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on set as a photo double for a featured actor
• Closely match the actor’s appearance for filming needs
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain the required hairstyle and overall look during filming
• Be available for a potentially 12+ hour production day

Requirements

• Female talent
• White with blonde hair
• Height: approximately 5’3″–5’6″
• Thin physique
• Hairstyle and hair color must closely resemble the featured actor
• Similar complexion, appearance, and build to the actor
• Must be a local hire in the Franklin/Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must be available for an extended filming day

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours
• 12-hour guarantee
• Time-and-a-half pay after 12 hours