Amazon’s ‘Scarpetta’ Season 2 Casting Call for Inmates
Male Background Actors to Portray Inmates
Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors to portray inmates for scenes set in the 1990s. Filming will take place in the Nashville and Antioch, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking male performers with strong character looks who can authentically represent prison inmates in a period setting. This opportunity is ideal for individuals comfortable working in background roles while contributing to the atmosphere of a dramatic television series.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray inmate characters in featured background scenes
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Follow direction from the director and assistant directors on set
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Maintain character consistency during filming
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Participate in wardrobe fittings prior to filming
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Help create a realistic prison environment for the production
Requirements
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Male actors ages 20–65
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Strong character looks suitable for inmate roles
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Clean-shaven appearance preferred for period accuracy
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Comfortable working in a background acting environment
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Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville or Antioch, Tennessee area
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Available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming
Compensation
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$100 for 8 hours of filming
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$12.50 per hour after 8 hours
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$30 fitting fee
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