Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Talent for Pharmaceutical Campaign

Job Description
A pharmaceutical commercial campaign is casting background talent for multiple scenes, including a basketball court, café, packaging facility, and hospital environment. These roles require individuals who can bring natural presence, follow direction, and maintain professionalism throughout long shoot days. Talent may only be needed for one filming day but must remain fully available until call times are released.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various lifestyle and workplace scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain scene continuity

• Provide subtle, natural reactions suitable for commercial environments

• Stay available for the full day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• Local to Nashville, TN

• White males ages 20–50

• Hispanic males ages 20–40

• Middle Eastern men and women ages 20–60

• Comfortable appearing in environments such as clinics, cafés, courts, and workplaces

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to up to 12+ hours

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours ($18.75/hr guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• May be booked for one or multiple days

Fitness Models for Gym Commercial

Job Description
A gym brand is seeking fit and energetic talent for a commercial shoot in South Florida. This project requires individuals who are confident performing basic fitness movements on camera, including squats and weightlifting. The shoot will highlight active, healthy lifestyles with a focus on strength and form.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform simple fitness exercises such as squats and weightlifting on camera

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain strong form and energy throughout filming

• Represent an active, healthy image for the brand

Requirements

• Men and women

• Ages 25–40

• Hispanic or African American

• Comfortable performing fitness exercises on camera

• Able to work as a local hire in South Florida

Compensation

• $250 per day

Connie Role for Dramatic Film Scene

Job Description
A dramatic production is casting a Hispanic female performer to portray Connie, a friend of a victim who joins a search party that ultimately discovers the body. This role requires someone who can match the reference look, including the ability to replicate blonde hair, and bring emotional depth to a tense and emotional storyline. Talent will be needed for one shoot day and should be comfortable portraying heightened emotion in a dramatic setting. Hotel accommodations will be provided if required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Connie, a friend of the victim involved in a search party

• Deliver grounded, emotional performance during dramatic scenes

• Match the physical appearance of the reference photo, including blonde hair

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Participate professionally in scenes related to a body discovery

Requirements

• Hispanic female

• Must resemble the reference look

• Must be able to match blonde hair

• Comfortable performing emotional, dramatic material

• Reliable and able to work one shoot day

Compensation

• $150 per day worked

Landscaper Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A new true crime recreation series is seeking a landscaper for upcoming filming in Knoxville. This non-union production focuses on reenactments with no scripted audio, making it ideal for performers comfortable portraying realistic physical activity on camera. Talent must be able to handle moderate physical demands throughout the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a landscaper in recreation scenes

• Perform physical actions such as walking, kneeling, lifting, and standing for extended periods

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain realism and continuity

• Arrive prepared and ready for a full filming day

Requirements

• Black or Hispanic male

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs

• Must be available Tuesday at 1 PM and Wednesday at 12 PM

• Comfortable performing physical labor actions

• Must work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $100 per day

Rancher and Working-Class Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A television project is seeking extras who can portray ranchers, farmers, and blue-collar workers for an upcoming filming date. This role is ideal for individuals with a rugged, authentic look who can bring realism to outdoor and working-class scenes. Production is filming outside of Charlotte, and a small travel bump is offered for those commuting from the city.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray rancher, farmer, or blue-collar background characters

• Follow on-set direction to support scene continuity

• Arrive prepared with appropriate clothing sizes and personal details

• Participate in outdoor or work-themed scenes as needed

Requirements

• Caucasian and Hispanic males needed

• A few female extras also needed

• Must be able to portray working-class, farmer, rancher, or blue-collar types

• Must be able to work in areas outside Charlotte (Albemarle, Norwood, Oakboro, and nearby areas)

Compensation

• Paid background role

• $15 travel bump for those traveling from Charlotte

Lead Model Under 5’8″ for Major Hip Hop Artist Music Video

Job Description
A major hip hop artist is casting a standout lead model for an upcoming music video in Los Angeles. This role requires a performer with a bold, eccentric look and strong on-camera presence. The lead model will be featured prominently throughout the video and should feel confident performing in a high-energy, visually stylized production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as the lead model in a hip hop music video

• Bring strong visual presence and unique energy to camera

• Follow direction from the director and creative team

• Participate in filming for 8–10 hours across scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Female talent

• African American or Latinx

• Ages 25–35

• Height under 5’8″

• Unique features; eccentric or standout appearance

• Must be available November 22nd and 23rd

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Los Angeles

Compensation

• $1,000 for 8–10 hours

Female Pianist

Job Description
A pharma commercial is seeking a talented female pianist to bring elegance, creativity, and expressive performance to screen. This role is perfect for musicians with strong technical ability and a passion for storytelling through music. Talent will portray a musician in visually driven scenes that highlight artistry, emotion, and refined hand movement.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform piano playing on camera with confidence and precision

• Convey emotion and musicality through expressive hand and body movement

• Collaborate with the director to achieve the desired mood and tone

• Participate in fittings, callbacks, and shoot requirements

• Maintain professionalism and take direction well on set

Requirements

• Female talent, Latin/Hispanic

• Ages 27–40

• Must have elegant, expressive hands and strong piano ability

• Creative performer with strong emotional presence

• Passionate about music and comfortable playing on camera

Compensation

• Session rate: $700

• Buyout (if recognizable): $5,000

• Fitting & makeup test (3 hours): $150

• Booking fee: 15%

Hispanic Woman for Health Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare commercial is seeking a Hispanic woman to appear in a short, scripted spot. This role is ideal for someone with natural on-camera presence who can deliver a simple line in Spanish with clarity and warmth. The production focuses on authentic representation and relatable storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a healthcare commercial filming in Arizona

• Deliver a short Spanish line (“Buenos días”) naturally and without an accent

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Participate in simple, lifestyle-style scenes

Requirements

• Hispanic woman, ages 25–35

• Pregnant women are also encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Arizona (no travel provided)

• Comfortable delivering a brief line in Spanish

Compensation

• $900 for the shoot day (minus applicable agency fee)

Patient / Grandpa – Commercial Casting

Job Description
A family-focused commercial is seeking a warm and expressive actor to portray a grandfather recovering in a hospital setting. This role highlights connection, healing, and heartfelt emotion, making it an excellent opportunity for performers who excel at subtle, natural on-camera work. Talent will bring emotional depth to a meaningful moment shared with a young family member.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recovering patient in a hospital room

• Convey calmness, warmth, and authenticity through facial expression and presence

• Interact naturally with a child actor in a heartfelt scene

• Follow direction from the production team to capture emotional beats

Requirements

• Male actor ages 65–75

• Hispanic

• Bilingual or basic English/Spanish abilities

• Strong emotional expression and on-camera presence

Compensation

• Rate: $2,500

Non-Speaking Patient Roles for Medical Campaign

Job Description:
A local medical provider campaign is seeking a variety of non-speaking talent to portray patients in photo and video shoots. These roles require individuals who can express authenticity, relatability, and natural presence on camera. Talent of different ages and backgrounds are needed for single-day shoots taking place throughout November and December.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a patient in non-speaking photo or video scenes

• Convey natural expressions and authentic reactions

• Follow direction from the production and photography teams

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain continuity throughout the shoot

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming or photo date

Requirements:

• Talent must match one of the following categories:

  • White woman, 60+

  • Hispanic man, 25–30

  • White woman, 50+

  • Black man, 50+

  • White man, 30s

  • White mom, 30s–40s

  • Child (any age) with white mom, 30s–40s

• Comfortable in non-speaking roles focused on expression and presence

• Reliable, professional, and fully available for the selected date

Compensation:

• Photo-only roles: $350

• Photo and video roles: $500

• Child rate: $250