Romantic Vertical Miniseries Casting Call for Lead Actors (Pay is $400/Day)

Casting Call: Actor’s Young Children for Featured Role

Job Description
We are seeking talented young performers to portray the son and daughter of a main actor in a highly featured still photograph. This is a great opportunity for young actors to gain exposure and experience on set while working alongside a lead cast member.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional film set environment for a still photo session

• Follow direction from the photographer and production team

• Work alongside adult actors in a collaborative and creative atmosphere

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 7–11

• Ethnicity: White/Caucasian or Biracial

• Must be available for fitting and filming dates in Georgia

• Able to take direction well and remain focused on set

Compensation

• $175 for 10 hours or $175 for 8 hours, depending on schedule

• $50 fitting bump

Stand-In Actor – African American Male

Job Description
A television production is seeking an African American male to serve as a stand-in for an actor during filming. The stand-in will match the actor’s physical characteristics and will be used for lighting and camera blocking before the main performance. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and work closely with the production crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Maintain the same height, weight, and complexion as the actor for continuity

• Follow instructions from the camera and lighting departments

• Be punctual and prepared for each filming day

Requirements

• African American male, light to medium complexion, dark hair

• Height: 6’1” to 6’3” | Weight: 170–210 lbs

• Age range: 20s to 40s

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to IL

• Prior stand-in or set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Fiddle Player

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a fiddle player in authentic farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own fiddle to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, helping create a realistic and immersive atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fiddle player in exterior farm and off-the-grid community scenes

• Pantomime playing the fiddle along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own fiddle as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for movement, placement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a fiddle and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Bus Passengers

Job Description
Be part of the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 by joining the cast as a bus passenger in dynamic interior scenes. This non-speaking background role offers the chance to appear in a popular streaming series while working closely with a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bus passenger in scripted interior bus scenes

• Follow on-set directions for seating, expressions, and movement

• Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere

• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe as instructed by production

Requirements

• All ethnicities, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable sitting for extended periods during filming

• Ability to follow detailed direction in a confined setting

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Guitar Player

Job Description
Join the BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 as a guitar player in engaging exterior farm and rural community scenes. This background role requires bringing your own guitar to be used as a prop while pantomiming to a pre-recorded track, adding authenticity and depth to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guitarist in various outdoor farm and community scenes

• Pantomime guitar playing along with pre-recorded music

• Bring your own guitar as a prop for filming

• Follow on-set direction for placement, movement, and timing

Requirements

• Caucasian, any gender, ages 18+

• Must own a guitar and be comfortable holding and mimicking playing it on camera

• Reliable transportation to Fairburn, GA

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• One full filming day required

Farm Workers & Community Members

Job Description
Join the cast of the hit BET+ series Diarra From Detroit – Season 2 and help bring to life gripping rural farm and off-the-grid community scenes. This non-speaking background role is perfect for performers looking to add a notable TV credit to their portfolio while working alongside a talented production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray farm workers and community members in exterior rural settings

• Participate in crowd and atmospheric scenes to enhance authenticity

• Follow on-set direction from the production team for positioning and movement

• Maintain wardrobe and appearance according to production guidelines

Requirements

• Caucasian, all genders, ages 18+

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Able to commit to both scheduled filming days

• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Fairburn, GA

Compensation

• $10.50/hour ($84 guaranteed for 8 hours; overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half)

• 12+ hour filming days may be required

Casting Call – College Professors for Educational Video Ad

Job Description
An advertising video promoting educational books and courses is seeking a male and female to portray college professors. Filming will take place in the Los Angeles area before the end of August 2025. The role requires strong conversational skills and a professional, academic presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor in scripted and conversational scenes

• Deliver lines clearly and confidently

• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired tone and message

Requirements

• Caucasian male and female, early 40’s

• Must have excellent conversational skills

• Professional, academic look preferred

• Must be available for a 1-day shoot before the end of August 2025 in Los Angeles, CA

Compensation

• $500/8 hours

• Local hire only

Casting Call – Real Father/Adult Son Duo for Military Family Portrayal

Job Description
A non-union project filming in New England is seeking a real father and adult son duo to portray a military family. This is a unique opportunity for authentic pairs to be part of a well-compensated and heartfelt production. Filming will take place September 3–6, 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together on camera, portraying a military family

• Follow direction from the production team to create authentic and engaging scenes

• Participate in both posed and candid-style filming as needed

Requirements

• Real father and son pair

• Son must be age 21+

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be available for the full shoot schedule in New England

Compensation

• Pays up to $12,000 per duo if cast

• Local or travel-ready talent welcome

Casting Call – True Crime Series Role: Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting for the role of Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend. This role will be featured in a dramatic reenactment involving scripted gun violence, filmed in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mark’s Ex-Girlfriend with authenticity and emotional intensity

• Perform in scenes that include scripted gun violence (no actual weapons use)

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver a compelling performance

Requirements

• Black female, early 20’s

• Comfortable performing in scenes with scripted violence

• Must be available Thursday, August 21, 2025, in the afternoon/evening in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day worked + hotel accommodations

• Local or travel-ready talent welcome

Casting Call – True Crime Series Role: Mateo

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting for the role of Mateo. This character will be featured in a dramatic reenactment sequence filmed in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mateo with authenticity and emotional depth in recreation scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure realistic performance

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during on-location filming

Requirements

• Hispanic male, 20’s–30’s

• Should resemble the reference photo provided by casting

• Must be available Tuesday, August 19, 2025, around 3 PM in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day + hotel accommodations

• Local or travel-ready talent welcome

Casting Call – True Crime Series Role: Detective John

Job Description
A true crime series filming in Knoxville, TN is casting for the role of Detective John. This character is an integral part of the investigation, bringing authority and determination to key scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective John with professionalism, confidence, and authenticity

• Participate in scripted investigative and procedural scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure realism in police portrayal

Requirements

• Male, 30’s–40’s

• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting

• Must be available Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 10:30 AM and Friday, August 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150/day

• Local hire only

Casting Call – True Crime Series Role: Charles (Witness)

Job Description
A true crime series filming in Knoxville, TN is casting for the role of Charles, a witness in the case. This character adds a crucial perspective to the storyline, appearing in an important interview or statement scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Charles with authenticity and subtle emotional depth

• Participate in scripted witness interview or observation scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure a realistic performance

Requirements

• Elderly male

• Small build

• Must be available Friday, August 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $100/day

• Local hire only