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True Crime Recreation Series – Detective Stanton

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a featured role for Detective Stanton in an upcoming production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a white male in his 50s to 60s with salt-and-pepper hair and a goatee to portray a detective in scripted reenactment scenes. This non-speaking role requires performers who are comfortable with crime-related content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Stanton in scripted true crime reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform non-speaking, performance-driven scenes.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• White male, ages 50–69.
• Salt-and-pepper hair and a goatee or similar appearance.
• Must resemble the production’s reference image.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related subject matter.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per filming day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.
• Paid featured role in a network television true crime recreation series.
• Non-union production.

Male Actors for Historical Drama Series

Job Description

A paid non-union historical drama series is casting male actors for principal, recurring, and supporting speaking roles. Filming will take place in the DMV area (Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia), with production seeking performers who can authentically portray a variety of historical figures. Casting directors are especially interested in Caucasian and Hispanic/Latino actors for this exciting television project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historical figures in scripted dramatic scenes.
• Perform principal, recurring, or supporting speaking roles.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout filming.
• Accurately represent period characters in a historical setting.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 25–60.
• Especially seeking Caucasian and Hispanic/Latino performers.
• Local talent from the DMV (Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia) is encouraged to apply.
• Able to portray one or more of the following:
  • American frontiersmen and military officers.
  • Mexican military officers and government officials.
  • Tejano citizens and political leaders.
  • Other historical figures.
• Strong acting skills with the ability to perform in a period drama.

Compensation

• Paid non-union opportunity.
• Rates up to $2,000, depending on the role.
• Principal, recurring, and supporting speaking roles available.
• Opportunity to work on a professionally produced historical drama series.

True Crime Recreation Series – Jacqueline (Accused)

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a featured role for an upcoming production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a white female in her 50s to portray Jacqueline, an accused individual in scripted reenactment scenes. This non-speaking role requires performers who are comfortable with dramatic crime-related content and handling a prop firearm in a controlled production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jacqueline in scripted true crime recreation scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform non-speaking, performance-driven reenactment scenes.
• Safely handle a prop firearm under professional supervision when required.

Requirements

• White female, in her 50s.
• Medium-length brown hair or a similar appearance.
• Must resemble the production’s reference image.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related subject matter.
• Comfortable handling a prop firearm under supervision.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $200 per filming day.
• Paid featured role in a network television true crime recreation series.
• Non-union production.

Multiple Roles for Feature Film in Mexico

Job Description

A feature film is casting multiple principal and day player roles for an upcoming production filming across several cities in Mexico. Casting directors are seeking talented performers for a variety of speaking and supporting roles, including a featured principal character and multiple day player opportunities. Filming will take place in Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey, and Tijuana, making this an exciting opportunity for actors looking to work on a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes in a feature film production.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout filming.
• Accurately portray the assigned character.

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Principal: Male, ages 35–50, American or able to portray an American, with a blond look.
  • Day Players:
    • Female, ages 20–28.
    • Male, ages 50–65.
    • Female, ages 30–40.
    • Male, ages 48–60.
    • Male (Cholo type), ages 28–38.
    • Male, ages 55–68.
    • Male, ages 55–70.
    • Female, ages 50–60.
    • Male, ages 45–60.
    • Male, ages 48–58.
• Must be available to work in one or more filming locations in Mexico.
• Strong acting skills and professionalism on set.

Compensation

• Paid feature film opportunity.
• Principal and day player roles available.
• Opportunity to work on a feature film production filming across multiple cities in Mexico.

Job Description

A documentary production is hiring a Director of Photography (DP) for a cinéma vérité film shooting in Lexington, Kentucky. The project follows a seven-year story about recovery and is seeking a cinematographer with a strong visual style, creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to real-life situations as they unfold.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the Director of Photography for a documentary production.
• Capture cinematic vérité-style footage.
• Adapt quickly to changing environments and unscripted moments.
• Collaborate with the director to achieve the project’s creative vision.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Director of Photography or Cinematographer.
• Strong cinematic eye and documentary filmmaking experience preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-moving, real-world environments.
• Camera equipment is preferred but not required.
• Available to film in Lexington, Kentucky.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to work on a feature-length documentary project.
• Build experience on a long-term documentary production.

Female Homeowner for Home Remodeling Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is casting a female actor to portray a homeowner in a home remodeling campaign filming in Mobile, Alabama. Casting directors are seeking a warm, welcoming, and expressive performer to appear in a non-speaking role that highlights the excitement of transforming a dream home. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a regional television commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a homeowner enjoying a home renovation or remodeling project.
• Convey emotion and personality through natural facial expressions and body language.
• Follow creative direction during commercial filming.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

• Female, ages 30–46.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Warm, welcoming, and expressive on camera.
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking role.
• Strong facial expressions and natural movement are essential.
• Must be able to work in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Featured role in a home remodeling advertising campaign.

Day Player Thug for Vertical Series

Job Description

A paid vertical series filming in Los Angeles is casting a physically imposing actor to portray a thug in an action-focused scene. This role requires stunt experience and the ability to safely handle a prop firearm under professional supervision.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an intimidating thug in scripted scenes.
• Perform action sequences under direction.
• Safely use a prop firearm as required.
• Work closely with the stunt coordinator and production team.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–50.
• Big and tall with a physically imposing appearance.
• Stunt experience required.
• Comfortable using a prop firearm.
• Must be local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.

Day Player Female Student for Vertical Series

Job Description

A Los Angeles vertical series is casting a female student for a one-day scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in scripted scenes.
• Follow production direction.
• Work professionally on set.

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–25.
• Local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.

Day Player Reporter for Vertical Series

Job Description

A paid vertical series is seeking a reporter for a one-day shoot in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a reporter in scripted scenes.
• Follow creative direction.
• Maintain professionalism during filming.

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 25–40.
• Local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.

Day Player Professor for Vertical Series

Job Description

A Los Angeles vertical series is casting a professor for a featured one-day acting role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professor in scripted scenes.
• Follow production direction.
• Perform professionally on set.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–69.
• Local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.

Day Player Photographer for Vertical Series

Job Description

A paid Los Angeles vertical series is casting a photographer for a one-day scripted appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a photographer in scripted scenes.
• Follow creative direction.
• Work professionally on set.

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 25–40.
• Local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.

Day Player Police Officer for Vertical Series

Job Description

A scripted vertical series is casting a male actor to portray a police officer in Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a police officer in scripted scenes.
• Follow production direction.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–50.
• Local to Los Angeles.
• Available for one filming day.

Compensation

• $170 USD for one shoot day.