“Homicide for the Holidays” Casting Call for James

Job Description

ATL’s Talent Casting is seeking stylish and sophisticated men and women to appear in an upscale gala scene featuring a popular social media influencer. The production is looking for polished, camera-ready talent who can help create an elegant and exclusive red-carpet atmosphere. Applicants from all ethnic backgrounds are welcome and must provide their own upscale formal attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in an upscale gala scene.
• Portray sophisticated gala guests in a realistic setting.
• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate formal attire.
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance on set.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–50.
• All ethnic backgrounds are welcome.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must have upscale gala attire such as a tuxedo, gown, or elegant cocktail attire.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera as background talent.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Up to 4 hours of work.

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is seeking a male actor to portray Jerry across different time periods in “Homicide for the Holidays.” The role includes interview scenes featuring an older Jerry as well as scenes depicting the character around the time of the crime and arrest.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray younger and older versions of Jerry.
• Perform interview and dramatic reenactment scenes.
• Adjust appearance as required for different periods in the character’s life.
• Follow blocking and performance direction.

Requirements

• White male actor.
• Ages 30–40s.
• Brown hair.
• Facial hair and willing to shave to portray the younger version.
• Must work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• No travel or hotel accommodations provided.

Compensation

• $75 per day worked.

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is casting a male actor to portray James in episodes 607 and 608 of “Homicide for the Holidays.” The performer will portray both younger and older versions of the character, including scenes depicting James being arrested years later.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray younger and older versions of James.
• Perform scripted dramatic and arrest scenes.
• Adapt the performance to different periods in the character’s life.
• Maintain a believable and consistent performance.

Requirements

• White male actor around his 40s.
• Bald.
• Clean-shaven preferred; light facial hair is acceptable if necessary.
• Must be able to portray both younger and older versions of James.
• Must work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• No travel or hotel accommodations provided.

Compensation

• $150/day.

Job Description

Jupiter Casting is seeking a female actor to portray Tonya in episodes 607 and 608 of “Homicide for the Holidays,” filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The role involves scripted violence and murder-related content, so talent must be comfortable performing in dramatic true-crime reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tonya in scripted reenactment scenes.
• Perform scenes involving violence and murder-related subject matter.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• White female actor in her 20s.
• Brown, red, dark blonde, or strawberry blonde hair.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Must work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• No travel or hotel accommodations provided.

Compensation

• $150/day.

Job Description

Kevin Townley Films is casting actors for “The Danny Williams Story,” an upcoming film project connected to Atlanta and Detroit. The production is seeking talent across a wide range of ages to audition for available roles and become part of the film’s cast.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in an assigned role in the film.
• Prepare and perform audition material as requested.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera performances.

Requirements

• Actors of all ages are welcome.
• Casting notice indicates ages 8 and up.
• Must be able to work with the production as required.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

Beyond Beauty Talent is seeking new African American male and female talent for upcoming opportunities in South Florida. Casting is looking for fresh faces with fit to average body types, a clean-cut appearance, and a professional on-camera look. Talent must be local to South Florida or willing to self-report.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in upcoming casting and production opportunities.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow creative and production direction as needed.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.

Requirements

• African American men and women.
• Ages 24–40.
• Fit to average body types.
• Clean-cut appearance.
• No visible tattoos.
• Must be local to South Florida or willing to self-report.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

964 Films Production is casting a female actor to portray Emma Dawson, a lead role in the upcoming drama “Fatal Care.” Emma is a young babysitter who initially appears sweet, caring, and trustworthy, but a painful past and desire for acceptance gradually develop into obsession, jealousy, and manipulation. The role requires an actor capable of convincingly portraying the character’s shift from vulnerability to instability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Emma Dawson in a lead dramatic role.
• Perform emotionally layered scenes involving vulnerability and obsession.
• Show the character’s progression from trustworthy to increasingly possessive and dangerous.
• Maintain a natural and approachable screen presence.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Early 20s.
• Open to any race or ethnicity.
• Must portray a sweet, nurturing, and vulnerable personality.
• Able to convey obsession, jealousy, manipulation, and instability.
• Fresh, natural, approachable, girl-next-door appearance.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

964 Films Production is casting a female actor to portray McKayla McCormick, a lead role in the upcoming drama “Fatal Care.” McKayla is a professional, loving wife and mother carrying the weight of a past mistake. Ambitious and deeply devoted to her family, she struggles with guilt and vulnerability while becoming increasingly protective of her daughter as her marriage begins to unravel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray McKayla McCormick in a lead dramatic role.
• Deliver emotionally complex and character-driven scenes.
• Convey guilt, love, strength, vulnerability, and protectiveness.
• Maintain a natural, polished, and relatable screen presence.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Late 20s to early 30s.
• African American.
• Strong, intelligent, and emotionally complex screen presence.
• Natural, polished, and professional appearance.
• Must convincingly portray a successful working woman and devoted mother.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

An independent film production is seeking a male actor to portray Mr. Robeson for an upcoming shoot in Folsom, California. Casting is looking for a performer with a larger stature who can handle mildly physical scenes while delivering a convincing scripted performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mr. Robeson in scripted scenes.
• Participate in mildly physical scenes as required.
• Follow direction from the filmmaker and production team.
• Maintain consistent characterization throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with other performers and crew.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Ages 30–40.
• Larger in stature.
• Must be capable of performing mildly physical scenes.
• Must be available to work in Folsom, California.

Compensation

• Unpaid.

Job Description

An independent film production is casting a female actor to portray Mrs. Robeson for an upcoming shoot in Folsom, California. The production is seeking a performer who can deliver a natural scripted performance while also handling brief physical movement required for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mrs. Robeson in scripted film scenes.
• Perform brief running sequences when required.
• Follow creative and performance direction on set.
• Maintain character continuity between takes.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be able to run quickly for a short period.
• Comfortable performing physical movement on camera.
• Must be available to work in Folsom, California.

Compensation

• Unpaid.

Job Description

An independent film production is casting a male actor to portray Tyler for an upcoming shoot in Folsom, California. The role requires a taller, slender performer in his mid-20s who is comfortable participating in mildly physical scenes and can take direction effectively on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Tyler in scripted scenes.
• Perform mildly physical action as required.
• Follow direction from the filmmaker and production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Mid-20s.
• Taller and slender build.
• Must be capable of mildly physical scenes.
• Must be available to work in Folsom, California.

Compensation

• Unpaid.

Job Description

APE Castings is seeking one male talent to work as a photo double for an upcoming production in Atlanta, Georgia. Casting is looking for someone who closely matches the hair and skin tone shown in the reference image. This is a short paid booking for talent ages 16 and older.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for the production.
• Match the appearance of the featured talent as closely as possible.
• Follow positioning and performance direction on set.
• Remain professional and available throughout the booking.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 16 and older.
• Must closely match the hair and skin tone shown in the casting reference.
• Must be available in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $300.
• Approximately three hours of work.