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Witness – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a female actor to portray a Witness in Knoxville, Tennessee. This background acting role is suited for talent who can deliver natural, believable reactions and help recreate events for a television crime reenactment. The role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Witness in realistic true crime recreation scenes.
• Deliver natural reactions appropriate to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• White.
• Must appear to be in their 20s.
• Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Comfortable appearing in a true crime recreation series.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Neighbor – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray a Neighbor in Knoxville, Tennessee. This background acting opportunity calls for talent who can naturally portray an everyday neighborhood resident in a realistic crime reenactment. There is no scripted audio for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Neighbor in a true crime recreation scene.
• Perform naturally and realistically on camera.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Open ethnicity.
• Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Comfortable participating in a true crime reenactment production.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Officer – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking a male actor to portray an Officer in Knoxville, Tennessee. This background role is ideal for talent with an athletic build who can realistically portray law enforcement in a professionally produced crime reenactment. The production does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Officer in a true crime recreation scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain a professional and believable law enforcement presence on camera.
• Be prepared to work according to the production schedule.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Open ethnicity.
• Athletic build.
• Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Comfortable appearing in a non-union true crime recreation series.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Hispanic Boy for Featured Background Role in “911 Nashville”

Job Description

The television series “911 Nashville” is seeking a young Hispanic boy for a featured background role filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid non-union casting opportunity is open to local talent who fit the requested age range and can work comfortably in a professional television production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a television series.
• Participate in scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions while working with cast and crew.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for the production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Hispanic boy.
• Ages 4–6.
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee, or the surrounding area.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional television set.
• Parent or legal guardian must be available to accompany the minor as required.

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours.
• $12.50 per hour.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 8 hours.

European Model Types for NYC Summer Exterior Shoot

Job Description

A New York City production is seeking non-union talent to portray stylish European model types and affluent New Yorkers for summer exterior scenes on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. This background acting opportunity is ideal for fashion-forward talent who can bring a polished, chic, and effortless presence to camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stylish European model type or affluent New Yorker in exterior scenes.
• Perform as background talent in a professional production environment.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain a polished, fashion-forward appearance appropriate for the scene.
• Remain professional and prepared during a full production day.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Ages 18–35.
• Must be able to portray a European model type or affluent New Yorker.
• Chic, polished, and fashion-forward appearance.
• Comfortable filming exterior scenes in Manhattan.
• Must be available for the full workday.

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours.
• Overtime paid after 10 hours.

Teen High School Students for “Gordie” TV Series

Job Description

The TV series “Gordie” is seeking non-union teens to portray high school students in paid background roles filming in Astoria, Queens, New York. This opportunity is looking for young performers who can naturally portray students and contribute to authentic high school scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in background scenes for the TV series.
• Perform natural student activities and reactions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity while working on set.
• Remain available for the full production day.

Requirements

• Teens ages 14–17.
• Non-union talent.
• Must be able to work in Astoria, Queens, New York.
• A parent or guardian must accompany the minor to set.
• Must meet applicable New York requirements for minor performers.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.

Real Police Officers for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real male and female police officers for paid, non-speaking background roles. The selected talent will portray law enforcement officers during an outdoor incident scene featuring significant action. This opportunity is open to qualified talent local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform realistic law enforcement background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during action-focused scenes.
• Remain available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• Real male and female police officers.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must have full availability for both required filming days.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• $50 pay bump.

Older Male Talent for Featured Golf Trip Role

Job Description

A golf trip production filming in Stone Mountain, Georgia, is seeking an older male performer for a director-selected featured role. The ideal talent should be comfortable appearing prominently on camera and participating in a lighthearted scene where a joke may be made about their age.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a director-selected featured role.
• Appear comfortably and naturally in featured on-camera scenes.
• Participate in lighthearted comedic moments involving age-related humor.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity while on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 70 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable being featured prominently on camera.
• Comfortable with lighthearted jokes about age.
• Must be able to work in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours of work.

Police Officers for Lifetime Film

Job Description

A new Lifetime film is seeking Caucasian male background actors to portray police officers in scenes filming in East Point, Georgia. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for talent who can authentically portray law enforcement and follow on-set direction in a professional film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background scenes for a Lifetime film.
• Perform realistic law enforcement actions as directed by production.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Follow instructions from the production and wardrobe teams.
• Remain professional and attentive while on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian male talent.
• Ages 24–58.
• Clean-shaven or an 80s-style mustache.
• No full beards or ear gauges.
• Slender to medium build.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.
• Must have availability for one or both required production days.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 12 hours of work.

Nail Technicians for Lifetime Film

Job Description

A new Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking female background talent to portray nail technicians in a nail salon scene. No professional nail technician experience is required. This paid background acting opportunity will film in East Point, Georgia, and is ideal for performers who can naturally portray salon employees in a feature film setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nail technician in a nail salon scene.
• Perform natural salon-related background actions during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout the scene.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism while on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Ages 24–50.
• No previous nail technician experience required.
• Must be able to work in East Point, Georgia.
• Must have availability for one or both required production days.

Compensation

• $140 for up to 12 hours of work.

Blonde Female Stand-In for Golf Trip Production

Job Description

A production filming in the Stone Mountain, Georgia, area is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in for a golf trip project. The ideal candidate is a blonde performer with a thin frame who can maintain consistency and follow precise on-set direction throughout filming. Previous stand-in experience is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for the assigned performer during production.
• Maintain consistent positioning for camera, lighting, and scene preparation.
• Follow detailed instructions from the production and camera teams.
• Remain professional, punctual, and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Caucasian female.
• Ages 35–55.
• Approximately 5’7″.
• Blonde hair and thin frame.
• Stand-in experience preferred.
• Must be able to work in Stone Mountain and surrounding areas.
• Must have availability for the required production schedule.

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours of work.

Real Police Officers for TV Drama

Job Description

A television drama filming in Chicago is seeking real male and female police officers for paid, non-speaking background roles. Talent will portray law enforcement during an outdoor incident scene featuring significant on-screen action. This opportunity is open to qualified performers from Chicago, nearby suburbs, and surrounding states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform natural law enforcement background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism during an extended production day.
• Be available for the full required filming schedule.

Requirements

• Real male and female police officers.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be available for both required production days.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• $50 pay bump.