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True Crime Reenactment Series Roles

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for Oxygen Network is casting multiple roles for its upcoming production in Atlanta, Georgia. Casting directors are seeking talent for a wide range of reenactment roles, with no previous acting experience required. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors and newcomers to gain professional on-set experience while working on a network television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in scripted true crime reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally in dramatic, non-speaking or lightly scripted scenes as assigned.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to performers of various ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.
• No prior acting experience required.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area.
• Comfortable participating in a true crime reenactment production.
• Available during the scheduled filming window.

Compensation

• Non-union production.
• Rates of $150 for 8 hours or $200 for 10 hours, depending on the role.
• Multiple paid roles available.
• Opportunity to join the casting database for future productions.

Background Extras for Fan Fiction Romantic Comedy

Job Description

A non-union romantic comedy is casting paid background extras for an upcoming feature filming in Madison, New Jersey. Casting directors are seeking young adults to portray students and faculty members in a fan fiction-inspired rom-com. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors looking to gain on-set experience in a feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray students or faculty members in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.
• Participate in single-day or recurring background roles as assigned.

Requirements

• Ages 18–25.
• Must be able to work in Madison, New Jersey.
• Comfortable portraying high school or college students and faculty.
• Available for one or more filming days during the production schedule.
• Professional attitude and ability to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Single-day and recurring background roles available.
• Opportunity to work on a feature-length romantic comedy.

Participants for Home & Lifestyle Transformation TV Series

Job Description

A home and lifestyle television series is casting participants for its upcoming second season in the Greater Los Angeles County area. Casting directors are looking for adults with inspiring goals, creative ideas, and dream projects they’d love to bring to life. Whether you’re planning a home makeover, backyard transformation, special event, personal glow-up, business launch, or another meaningful lifestyle project, this is an opportunity to collaborate with experts and see your vision become reality on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your personal transformation or creative project on camera.
• Collaborate with the show’s expert team throughout the makeover process.
• Participate in filming during the scheduled production dates.
• Be open to documenting your transformation journey for television.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must live within approximately 30 miles of the Greater Los Angeles County area.
• Available for approximately two filming days during the production schedule.
• Willing to participate in the transformation process on camera.
• Must pass a background check.
• Seeking participants with projects such as:
  • Home or room makeovers.
  • Backyard or garden transformations.
  • Special events or celebrations.
  • Personal style or wardrobe refreshes.
  • Travel planning projects.
  • Small business or passion project launches.
  • Pet-related projects.
  • Other creative lifestyle transformations.
• Projects involving major construction, plumbing, electrical work, structural changes, or permits are not eligible.

Compensation

• Project expenses covered by the production.
• Work with professional experts throughout the transformation.
• Opportunity to appear on a lifestyle television series

Lead Actress for Special Visual Project

Job Description

A special visual project is casting a lead actress for an upcoming production filming in the New York and New Jersey area. Casting directors are seeking a Black woman in her late 30s to 40s to portray Iris, an unhoused mother traveling across rural New Jersey with her young son in search of stability and a place to call home. This emotionally driven role is open to performers from theatre, film, and non-traditional backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Iris, the lead character, in a dramatic visual project.
• Deliver an emotionally authentic and cinematic on-camera performance.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Collaborate with the cast and crew to bring the story to life.
• Participate in approximately two filming days.

Requirements

• Black female, late 30s to 40s.
• Based in New York City or New Jersey.
• Strong emotional range and expressive on-camera presence.
• Open to actors from theatre, film, and non-traditional backgrounds.
• Comfortable portraying emotionally intense dramatic material.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Lead role in a special visual project.
• Approximately two filming days.
• Professional experience in a cinematic production.

Lead Child Actor for Special Visual Project

Job Description

A special visual project is casting a lead child actor for an upcoming production filming in the New York and New Jersey area. Casting directors are seeking a Black boy between the ages of 7 and 9 to portray Eli, a curious and emotionally honest child navigating an unforgettable journey with his mother. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for first-time performers with a natural presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Eli, the lead child character, in a scripted visual project.
• Deliver natural and emotionally authentic on-camera performances.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Participate in approximately two shoot days.

Requirements

• Black male, ages 7–9.
• Based in New York City or New Jersey.
• No prior acting experience required.
• Curious, observant, and comfortable in front of the camera.
• Able to portray emotional honesty and sensitivity in a dramatic role.
• First-time performers and non-professional actors are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Well-paid opportunity.
• Lead role in a special visual project.
• Approximately two filming days.
• Valuable on-camera experience in a professionally produced project.

True Crime Recreation Series – Melvin (Victim)

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a featured role for Melvin, the victim in an upcoming reenactment production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a white male in his 50s with gray hair and a mustache to portray this dramatic role. This non-speaking opportunity is ideal for actors comfortable performing in emotionally intense crime reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• White male, ages 50–59.
• Gray hair and a mustache or a similar appearance.
• Must resemble the production’s reference photo.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related subject matter.
• Must be able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

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

Casino Staff for Vertical Shorts Series

Job Description

A vertical shorts streaming series is casting a featured background actor to portray casino staff for scenes filming in the Atlanta area. Casting directors are seeking one man or woman who can authentically fit a casino environment. This is a paid opportunity for local talent with a professional appearance and the required wardrobe.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray casino staff in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Arrive camera-ready with the required wardrobe.

Requirements

• One male or female, ages 20–60.
• Must be able to work in the Doraville, Georgia area.
• Must have black slacks and a white button-down shirt.
• Comfortable working on a professional film set.
• Must be comfortable receiving payment via direct deposit.

Compensation

• $100 for a 10-hour workday unless otherwise stated.
• Paid via direct deposit.
• Featured background role in a vertical streaming series.

Office Worker for Commercial Production

Job Description

A paid production is casting a male actor to portray an office worker in a non-speaking role filming in McAllen, Texas. Casting directors are seeking a Hispanic performer with expressive facial reactions who can naturally convey emotion without dialogue. This is a great opportunity for local talent looking to gain on-camera experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an office worker in non-speaking scenes.
• Convey emotion through natural facial expressions and body language.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40.
• Hispanic.
• Strong facial expressions and non-verbal acting skills.
• Comfortable performing without dialogue.
• Must be local to the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) area.
• Must be able to work in McAllen, Texas.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Professional on-camera experience.
• Non-speaking featured role.

Job Description

A television competition series is casting celebrity look-alikes with striking resemblances to well-known public figures. Casting directors are looking for performers who are willing to embrace their celebrity likeness on camera and entertain audiences with their appearance, personality, or performance style. Whether you resemble an actor, musician, athlete, or another famous personality, this is your chance to showcase your look on national television.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray your celebrity look-alike during filming.
• Participate in on-camera segments and challenges.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Entertain the host and audience with your resemblance and performance.

Requirements

• Must closely resemble a recognizable celebrity.
• Willing to lean into your celebrity likeness on camera.
• Able to portray celebrities from any field, including actors, musicians, athletes, or other public figures.
• Strong resemblance and confidence performing on camera.
• Acting or impersonation skills are a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Paid television opportunity.
• National exposure on a TV competition series.
• Opportunity to showcase your celebrity resemblance.

Job Description

A television competition series is seeking fearless, creative individuals who can make the host and celebrity guests feel hilariously uncomfortable for a chance to win a $1,000 cash prize. Casting directors are looking for performers with bizarre talents, awkward acts, outrageous confessions, or unconventional performances that push boundaries while entertaining audiences in a fun and memorable way.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an original act designed to surprise or make the hosts uncomfortable.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Present a creative, memorable, and entertaining performance.
• Engage confidently with the host and celebrity guests on camera.

Requirements

• Open to members of the public.
• Must have a unique or unconventional act.
• Seeking performances such as:
  • Fire eating, knife walking, or other creative stunt acts.
  • Bizarre body tricks or extreme flexibility.
  • Gross food challenges.
  • Unexpected confessions or oversharing.
  • Anything that creates an awkward, surprising, or unforgettable moment.
• Comfortable performing in front of cameras and a live audience.

Compensation

• Chance to win $1,000.
• Opportunity to appear on a television competition series.
• National exposure for your unique talent.

Job Description

A television competition series is casting bold, original performers with unique talents for a chance to win a $1,000 cash prize. Casting directors are looking for members of the public who can make the host and a celebrity guest laugh through stand-up comedy, impressions, physical comedy, unusual stunts, or other unforgettable performances. The more original and entertaining your act, the better your chances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a unique comedy act or specialty talent on camera.
• Entertain the host and celebrity guest with an original performance.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Deliver a confident and engaging live performance.

Requirements

• Open to members of the public.
• Must have a unique comedy act, impression, stunt, or specialty performance.
• Seeking performers with talents such as:
  • Stand-up comedy or celebrity impressions.
  • Magic tricks gone wrong.
  • Unexpected physical comedy or prop-based acts.
  • Weird talents, stunts, or unusual characters.
  • Any creative performance that stands out.
• Comfortable performing in front of a live audience and cameras.

Compensation

• Chance to win $1,000.
• Opportunity to perform on a television competition series.
• National exposure for unique talent.