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Background Actor Casting Call – CSI Tech

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background talent to portray a CSI technician. This paid casting opportunity is open to performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older. Selected talent will portray a professional crime-scene team member while following production direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI technician in background scenes.
• Perform realistic crime-scene background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain professional on-set behavior.
• Help create an authentic investigative environment for the scene.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable portraying a CSI technician.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Casting Call – EMT

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is casting background talent to portray an EMT. This paid background acting role is open to performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older. Selected talent will help create an authentic emergency-response scene while working with the production team on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT in a television background scene.
• Perform realistic background actions appropriate to the role.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create a believable emergency-response environment on camera.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable portraying an EMT on camera.
• Professional and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Employee

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background actors to portray employees. Performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older, are encouraged to apply for this paid background acting opportunity. Selected talent must be available for both required filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an employee in background scenes.
• Perform realistic workplace actions for the camera.
• Follow instructions from production staff and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Conduct yourself professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Vendor

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is casting background actors to portray vendors. This paid casting opportunity is open to performers of all races and genders who are ages 25 and older. Selected talent should be dependable, professional, and available for the required two-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a vendor in background scenes for a television production.
• Perform natural on-camera actions appropriate to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism across both filming days.
• Arrive prepared and ready to work on set.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Anglers

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background actors to portray anglers. This paid background acting opportunity is open to all races and genders, ages 18 and older. Talent must have their own bass fishing gear and be able to bring it to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an angler in background scenes for a television production.
• Bring personal bass fishing gear to the set.
• Perform natural background action as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain professional conduct throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must own bass fishing gear and bring it to set.
• Must be available to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.
• Additional $10 gear bump.

Hospital Parents for Family Drama

Job Description

A heartfelt family drama is casting men and women to portray parents in hospital scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area near East Point. The production is seeking adults ages 35–60 who can bring a natural, believable presence to emotional hospital scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for dependable Atlanta-area talent who can work professionally on a film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a parent in hospital scenes for a family drama.
• Perform natural background actions and reactions as directed.
• Help create a realistic and emotionally authentic hospital environment.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 35–60.
• Able to portray a parent naturally on camera.
• Able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area near East Point.
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours.

True Crime Series Casting – Ashlea, Victim

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Ashlea, the victim, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her 20s–30s who can deliver a believable dramatic performance. The role includes scripted violence with a stunt coordinator and does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ashlea, the victim, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence under the supervision of a stunt coordinator.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and stunt teams.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and attentive while on set.

Requirements

• White female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Comfortable performing dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Comfortable participating in scripted violence with a stunt coordinator.
• Able to follow production and safety direction.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Alexis, Victim’s Friend

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Alexis, a victim’s friend, for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a woman in her 20s–30s with dark hair and dark eyes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and able to deliver a natural, believable performance in true crime reenactment scenes. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alexis, the victim’s friend, in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver natural and believable reactions on camera.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and prepared while on set.

Requirements

• Female talent in their 20s–30s.
• Dark hair and dark eyes.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Cedillo

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Cedillo for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a Hispanic male in his 40s–50s who can bring a believable law enforcement presence to dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and capable of performing various physical movements for extended periods. This role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Cedillo in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a believable and professional detective presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Hispanic male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Detective Pate

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Detective Pate for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white male in his 40s–50s who can deliver a believable law enforcement presence in dramatic reenactment scenes. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. This role has no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Pate in true crime reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a realistic and professional law enforcement presence on camera.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• White male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Able to portray a detective convincingly.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

True Crime Series Casting – Carter

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a female actor to portray Carter for an upcoming production in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role calls for a white woman in her late teens to 20s with brown hair and a petite build. Talent should be comfortable working around a Golden Retriever and performing physical movements for extended periods. The role also includes a staged armed robbery scene with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Carter in dramatic true crime reenactment scenes.
• Perform physical actions including standing for extended periods, sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Participate in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Work comfortably around a Golden Retriever.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity between takes.
• Deliver believable reactions and physical performances without scripted dialogue.

Requirements

• White female talent, late teens to 20s.
• Brown hair.
• Petite build.
• Comfortable working around dogs, including a Golden Retriever.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform movements including sitting, kneeling, running, and squatting.
• Comfortable participating in a staged armed robbery scene.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Job Description

Waldron Casting is seeking non-union men and women ages 30–50 for paid background roles on the TV series Gordie. Talent will portray chic, upscale, wealthy elite parents in scenes filming in Brooklyn, New York. The production is looking for sophisticated, polished talent who can convincingly portray an “old money” aesthetic. Applicants with elevated, upscale wardrobes suitable for wealthy elite characters are strongly encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale, wealthy parent as background talent
• Maintain a polished and sophisticated appearance on camera
• Provide appropriate upscale wardrobe as requested by production
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–50
• Non-union talent
• Must have chic, upscale attire appropriate for portraying wealthy elite characters
• Submit current candid face and full-body photos without sunglasses or anything covering the face
• Must provide acceptable physical I-9 documentation establishing identity and employment eligibility if cast

Compensation

$187/10 hours — non-union rate.