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Featured Background Roles for R.J. Decker Season 2

Job Description

A television production is casting featured background performers for Season 2 of R.J. Decker filming in the Wilmington, North Carolina area. The director will make selections directly from submitted photos, making this a great opportunity for local talent to land featured on-screen roles. Applicants must be fully available for their selected filming date and able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in the television series.
• Follow all directions from the production team while on set.
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule.
• Perform scenes while maintaining continuity throughout production.
• Comfortably portray role-specific requirements, including handling props or wearing special effects makeup when applicable.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Wilmington, North Carolina area.
• Must be fully available for the filming date of the role selected.
• Previous Season 1 performers should list any scenes they previously worked.
• Seeking talent for the following featured roles:
  • Militia Man: Caucasian male, age 35+, rough-around-the-edges appearance, larger stature, comfortable holding a weapon.
  • Guard: Male, all ethnicities, ages 25–45, clean-cut appearance, muscular build.
  • Masked Female: Female, all ethnicities, ages 18–30, comfortable wearing a scary mask and/or special effects makeup. Applicants should disclose any skin allergies.

Compensation

• Militia Man: $150
• Guard: $180
• Masked Female: $180

Dedric’s Brother Casting Call for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a Black male in his 30s to portray Dedric’s brother in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid opportunity is for performers comfortable portraying dramatic scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Dedric’s brother in scripted recreation scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Perform scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Be available for an afternoon/evening shoot.

Requirements

• Black male, 30s.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Local to the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

Beverly’s Friend Casting Call for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a Hispanic female in her early 20s to portray Beverly’s friend in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid acting opportunity requires performers who are comfortable participating in scripted crime recreation scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Beverly’s friend in scripted scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Be available for an afternoon/evening shoot.

Requirements

• Hispanic female, early 20s.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Local to the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

Medical Examiner Casting Call for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male or female of any ethnicity to portray a medical examiner in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid role is ideal for performers comfortable working in dramatic recreation scenes involving scripted violence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medical examiner in a scripted scene.
• Follow production direction on set.
• Perform in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Attend an afternoon filming schedule.

Requirements

• Male or female.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Local to the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation

• $100/day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

First Responder Casting Call for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking an athletic male or female of any ethnicity to portray a first responder in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid background role requires performers who are comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first responder in scripted scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from production.
• Perform in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Be available for an evening/night shoot.

Requirements

• Male or female.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Athletic build.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Local to the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

911 Caller Casting Call for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a White male in his early 30s to portray a 911 caller in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role requires talent who are comfortable performing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. This is a paid opportunity for local performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 911 caller in a scripted recreation scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Arrive prepared for an evening or night shoot.

Requirements

• White male, early 30s.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Must be available for an evening/night shoot.
• Local to the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation

• $100/day flat rate.
• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.

Photo Double Casting Call for TV Series Scarpetta Season 2

Job Description

A television series is casting a non-union photo double for Scarpetta Season 2. This local hire opportunity is filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area, including Franklin and Antioch. Casting is seeking a male performer who closely matches the lead actor’s appearance and measurements. This is a paid background role requiring a strong physical resemblance and full-day availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming.
• Match the actor’s appearance and wardrobe sizing.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–55.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’3″.
• Olive complexion (Italian/Latino look preferred).
• Dark hair; salt-and-pepper hair is a plus.
• Must closely resemble the principal actor.
• Waist: 32 inches.
• Shirt size: Large.
• Jacket size: 40–42.
• Shoe size: 11 or smaller.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, or surrounding areas.
• Must be available for a full filming day regardless of call time.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours guaranteed.
• Time-and-a-half after 12 hours.
• Paid photo double opportunity for a television series.

TV Series Background Actor Casting Call for African American Talent

Job Description

A new television series is casting paid background actors in Los Angeles. This opportunity is seeking adults ages 18 and older who can portray African American characters and appear between the ages of 18 and 25. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for aspiring performers looking to gain on-set experience in a television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background character in a television series.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to appear between the ages of 18 and 25.
• Must be able to portray an African American character.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be available to film in Los Angeles.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• No application fees or costs to apply.
• Opportunity to gain experience on a professional TV series.

Submission Details

• Submission Code: LA

Courtroom Background Actors for TV Legal Series

Job Description
A television legal drama is casting background actors for courtroom scenes filming in Culver City, California. This opportunity is perfect for aspiring performers looking to gain on-camera experience while helping create realistic and engaging courtroom environments for a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom roles such as jurors, plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and spectators
• React naturally during courtroom scenes and dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style scenes
• Ability to react naturally and stay in character
• Reliable, adaptable, and professional on set
• No experience needed

Compensation

• $120 flat rate
• Paid opportunity to appear in a television series
• Valuable on-set experience in a professional production

Black Male Background Actors Needed for HBO’s The Gilded Age

Job Description

A new casting opportunity is seeking Black male background actors to portray speech attendees for the HBO series The Gilded Age. Filming will take place in New York City, with fittings scheduled in Brooklyn. This is a paid background acting role for performers who can authentically portray the period and are comfortable with wardrobe, grooming, and production requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a speech attendee in background scenes for The Gilded Age.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain an appearance appropriate for the show’s historical time period.

Requirements

• Black male talent.
• Height between 5’10” and 6’0″.
• Chest size between 40 and 46 inches.
• Waist size up to 38 inches.
• Must have natural hair with enough length for period styling.
• Must be willing to receive a period-appropriate haircut and/or facial hair adjustment if needed.
• Must be comfortable working around atmospheric smoke.
• Must not have wool allergies.
• No visible tattoos.
• No visible piercings that cannot be removed.
• Natural nails only; no acrylics, gel polish, extensions, or square-shaped nails.
• Must be eligible to complete employment paperwork.

Compensation

• $187 for 10 hours of filming.
• $46.75 for a 2.5-hour fitting.
• Paid background acting opportunity for an HBO television series.

Casting Working-Class Men With Facial Hair for Paid Bar Scene

Job Description
A production filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is seeking men with authentic working-class looks for a paid bar scene. Casting is focused on talent who can portray characters in their 50s to 60s, featuring rugged appearances, beards, or facial hair suitable for a realistic dive bar environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working-class bar patron in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming
• Help create an authentic bar atmosphere

Requirements

• Male talent able to portray characters in their 50s to 60s
• Must have a working-class appearance
• Beards and facial hair encouraged
• Should have a rugged, natural look
• Must be available for filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Rate: $250 for 12 hours of work