Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Handsome Featured Dad (30s) + Family & Friends Background

Job Description
An independent film is casting a handsome featured dad (male, 30s) plus additional family and friends background talent for a lively, family celebration scene. This paid background acting opportunity will portray an authentic Liberian/West African family gathering in a warm, modern suburban home setting. Production is looking for people who can naturally fit the cultural vibe and ideally already own wardrobe that matches the scene’s style. This is a local hire in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured dad or background family/friends in a home celebration scene

• Bring natural, believable energy—laughing, mingling, and reacting authentically

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe that matches the requested look and cultural setting

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA

• Featured Dad: Male in his 30s, clean-cut, attractive, confident on camera

• Family & Friends BG: Adults who can authentically represent a Liberian/West African family vibe

• Must be comfortable on camera with strong presence and natural performance

• Must bring your own wardrobe that matches the scene’s style (required)

• Wardrobe vibe includes patterned button-downs, solid polos, sweaters/light layers, optional African/West African-inspired accents, jeans/chinos, and loafers/sneakers

Compensation

• $125 for up to 8 hours

Healthcare Commercial Extras (Non-Union)

Job Description
A non-union healthcare commercial is casting background extras in Austin, Texas. This paid commercial extra opportunity is open to adults ages 20s–50s+ of all ethnicities. Most talent will be booked for one day only, making it a great option for local performers looking to book commercial background work and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background extra in a healthcare-themed commercial scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and natural actions on camera

• Maintain continuity and a professional, camera-ready presence

• Arrive on time and remain available for the full workday

Requirements

• Adults ages 20s–50s+

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable on set

• Available for at least one day during the production window

Compensation

• $250/day

• Most bookings are for one day only

Dad Role (Dinner Dance Commercial)

Job Description
A paid commercial is casting a Caucasian male to play a warm, well-meaning dad in a “dinner dance” spot. This on-camera role is looking for someone with friendly comedic charm and a slightly awkward, lovable energy—think supportive family dad who jumps into the moment with genuine enthusiasm. Dance experience is helpful, but not required, as long as you’re comfortable learning simple choreography. This is a local hire in Miami (no travel).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a playful, supportive dad in a family-focused commercial scene

• Perform simple choreography and follow movement direction on set

• Deliver natural, expressive reactions with light comedic timing

• Maintain continuity, energy, and a camera-ready look throughout filming

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 25–30 (approx.)

• Must be local to the Miami area (no travel provided)

• Comfortable with simple choreography; dance experience is a plus

• Warm, approachable, expressive presence with subtle comedic charm

• Clean, polished, relatable look

• Comfortable wearing colorful, modern, aspirational home-casual wardrobe

• Must be available for both scheduled shoot days (dates provided by production)

Compensation

• $500–$2,000 (session fee range)

• Paid commercial role

• No travel provided (local hire only)

Child Role (Featured Background)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting child talent for a featured background role in an on-camera reenactment scene. This paid opportunity is for young performers who can follow direction well and appear naturally on camera. Talent will be featured walking through a mall environment as part of surveillance-style footage.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured child in a mall/surveillance-style scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Remain calm, focused, and professional while filming

• Work cooperatively with the production team on set

Requirements

• Black male, ages 8–10

• Able to follow simple directions and stay engaged on set

• Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian as required

• Reliable and available for the scheduled shoot time

Compensation

• $100/day

Townspeople With Cars (Background Role)

Job Description
A production is seeking men and women to portray townspeople with their personal vehicles for a paid on-camera background opportunity. This role is perfect for talent who can bring natural, everyday energy to a scene while featuring their car on camera. Vehicles must meet specific color requirements, and you should be ready to provide accurate vehicle details.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a townsperson in a background scene with your personal vehicle

• Drive, park, or stage your car on camera as directed by production

• Follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity on set

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional throughout the workday

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+

• Must have a vehicle that is NOT red, black, or white

• Must be comfortable having your vehicle used on camera

• Able to provide the year, color, make, and model of your car

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Additional $35 car bump

Mall Security Officer (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a Mall Security Officer for a featured on-camera scene. This paid role is a great fit for talent who can portray a professional, observant security presence and react naturally while assisting law enforcement. You’ll appear on camera as the person who shows footage to police, so a grounded, believable performance is important.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mall security officer in a true crime reenactment scene

• Show or reference surveillance footage to law enforcement on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready look throughout filming

Requirements

• Male

• Comfortable portraying a security professional on camera

• Able to take direction and remain consistent across takes

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• $75/day

Officer (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting an Officer role for filming in Tennessee. This paid on-camera opportunity is for talent who can portray a believable law enforcement presence with a clean-cut, professional look. The role involves scene action where the officer takes a confession, so you should be comfortable performing serious, grounded moments while following direction closely.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law enforcement officer in a true crime reenactment scene

• Participate in a confession-related scene with focused, realistic reactions

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a polished, camera-ready appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Physically fit with a clean-cut, professional appearance

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement in serious scene work

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

• Available for a morning call time on the scheduled shoot day

Compensation

• $125/day

Detective (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting Detective roles (Detective 3 & Detective 4) for filming in Tennessee. This paid on-camera opportunity is ideal for talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement with a strong, professional presence. You should be physically fit, camera-ready, and have professional wardrobe that suits a detective look for a true crime reenactment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a true crime reenactment for network television

• Follow direction for investigative action, movement, and scene blocking

• Maintain a professional, authoritative on-screen presence

• Arrive set-ready with wardrobe appropriate for a detective role

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Physically fit with a clean-cut, professional appearance

• Must have professional wardrobe suitable for a detective

• Reliable and able to take direction well

• Available for likely morning call times on scheduled shoot days

Compensation

• $125/day

Gas Station Attendant (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a Gas Station Attendant for a featured on-camera role filming in Tennessee. This paid role is perfect for talent who can deliver a believable, everyday working-person vibe and react naturally in scene moments with detectives. You’ll portray an attendant who shows detectives surveillance footage, so a grounded, realistic performance is key.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a gas station attendant in a true crime reenactment scene

• Interact on camera with detectives and follow direction for timing and blocking

• React naturally and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready with a clean, realistic look for the role

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–50s

• Comfortable performing on camera in a network TV reenactment setting

• Able to take direction and remain professional on set

• Available for a morning call time on the scheduled shoot day

Compensation

• $75/day

Witness (Speaking Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is seeking talent for Witness roles (Witness 3 & Witness 4). This paid on-camera opportunity is for performers who can deliver natural, believable dialogue while speaking with detectives at the scene. If you’re comfortable taking direction, staying present on camera, and keeping your performance grounded and realistic, this role is a solid way to build TV credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a witness who speaks to detectives during a true crime reenactment scene

• Deliver simple, natural dialogue and reactions on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a camera-ready look and professional on-set behavior

Requirements

• Any gender, ages 30–50

• Comfortable with dialogue and speaking on camera

• Able to take direction and stay in character during multiple takes

• Reliable and punctual for scheduled call times (likely late morning)

Compensation

• $100/day