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Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

College-Age Background Talent for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial is casting college-age background talent for an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for a variety of fresh, natural types, and is especially interested in talent who can play or realistically handle an instrument. This is a paid background opportunity with a full-day rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college-age background characters in commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain camera-ready on set

• If applicable, handle or perform with an instrument naturally on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (college-age range)

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Instrument skills are a plus (let production know what you play)

• Must be available for a weekday commercial shoot

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours

• Paid national commercial background role

African American Boy Photo Double Casting

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American boy to work as a paid photo double. Talent should match specific physical specs, including a dark skin tone, and be comfortable working on set for a full day. This is a great opportunity for young performers who can follow direction and maintain continuity for camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a child actor in on-camera scenes

• Match positioning and continuity requirements as directed by production

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Remain available for a full workday on set

Requirements

• African American boy with dark skin tone

• Must match the following specs as closely as possible:

  • Height: 4’5″

  • Weight: 81 lbs

  • Size: 10

  • Shirt: Medium

  • Shoe size: 4

• Must be able to work in the Oxford (near Covington) area

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• $20 gas bump

Church Band Musicians for TV Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking musicians to portray a church band in a scene. Talent will pantomime playing instruments on camera, so performers should look comfortable holding and handling their instrument naturally. This is a paid background opportunity filming in the Lawrenceville, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Pantomime playing instruments on camera as part of a church band

• Follow direction from the production team for timing and movement

• Maintain continuity across takes while performing with the group

• Arrive on time with a professional, camera-ready attitude

Requirements

• Caucasian performers (per storyline requirements)

• Must be comfortable pantomiming as a band musician on camera

• Roles needed:

  • Electric guitar player

  • Electric bass player

  • Electric organ player

  • Tambourine player

• Must be able to work locally in Lawrenceville, GA

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• $35 prop bump for guitar and bass

• $10 prop bump for tambourine

• $20 gas bump for all

Paid Family Modeling Casting Call

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign is casting Miami-area families and babies for an upcoming family-focused shoot. This opportunity is seeking same-sex families, Hispanic families, and Asian families with young children for lifestyle scenes. Talent should feel comfortable being filmed or photographed on set in a natural, everyday family setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a family photo/video shoot for a commercial campaign

• Follow simple on-set direction for natural lifestyle moments

• Work comfortably with a child/baby in a supervised set environment

• Maintain a positive, professional attitude throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Must be in the Miami, Florida area (and surrounding areas)

• Casting is looking for:

  • Kids ages 7–8

  • Babies 6–9 months old

  • Kids who wear size 3T

  • Same-sex families with young children

  • Hispanic and Asian families with kids and/or babies

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed)

Male and Female Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking male and female bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling scene. This role requires performers who know how to bowl and can bring a natural, believable presence to a league-style setting. This is a paid background opportunity for Atlanta-area locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bowler in a background scene for a TV series

• Bowl comfortably on camera and follow production direction

• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming

• Be available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–70

• Must have bowling experience (not required to be professional)

• Should know proper bowling form and etiquette

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Women League Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A hit television series is casting experienced women bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling league scene. This role is ideal for women who regularly bowl and can naturally portray league players in a realistic, energetic environment. Production is looking for authentic bowlers who feel comfortable on camera and in a team setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a league bowler in a scripted background scene

• Bowl naturally on camera with confidence and experience

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20–70

• Must bowl regularly; league bowlers strongly preferred

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a realistic bowling environment

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Professional Banker Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a male performer to portray a calm, trustworthy banker assisting in a problem-solving scenario. This role emphasizes subtle performance, confidence, and sincerity, with light physical comedy handled in a grounded, realistic way.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted scenes

• Deliver subtle, confident on-camera performance

• Perform light physical action naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining realism and composure

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–55

• Caucasian preferred

• Professional, polished appearance

• Comfortable wearing business attire

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Mechanic Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial production is looking for a male performer to portray a hands-on mechanic. This role calls for a natural, grounded presence with a confident, no-frills energy. Ideal talent should feel authentic in a working environment rather than polished or model-like.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic in a realistic work setting

• Deliver conversational, grounded on-camera performance

• Perform light mechanical actions naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining authenticity

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–30

• Open ethnicity

• Hands-on, competent, blue-collar energy

• Comfortable wearing mechanic workwear or jumpsuit

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Banker Commercial Role (Kitchen Scene)

Job Description
A commercial project is casting a male performer to portray a professional banker interacting in a kitchen setting. This role requires an approachable, upbeat presence with the ability to take direction and perform subtle, character-driven moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted commercial scenes

• Perform light kitchen interaction with natural, conversational delivery

• Take direction and adapt performance quickly

• Maintain a polished, professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–55

• Person of color preferred

• Professional, approachable appearance

• Comfortable performing light physical action in a kitchen setting

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Male Featured Background Doctor Role

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking male featured background talent to portray a doctor in a hospital scene. This is a paid on-set opportunity for performers who can deliver a professional, authoritative presence and fit naturally into a realistic medical environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in a hospital scene as featured background talent

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and screen-ready energy during filming

• Arrive prepared and available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male talent, all ethnicities welcome

• Age 40+

• Professional, authoritative, believable doctor presence

• Comfortable working in a hospital scene environment

• If available, include photos in doctor or hospital worker attire

Compensation

• $180 for 12 hours

• Paid via check 2–3 weeks after filming