Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Santa Claus for Christmas Movie

Job Description

A Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area is casting a featured Santa Claus. Casting directors are looking for a Caucasian man who authentically portrays Santa Claus and owns a complete Santa suit. This is a featured paid role in a holiday feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus in featured scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain character throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Age 50 and older.
• Must authentically portray Santa Claus.
• Must own a complete Santa suit.
• Must be local to the Atlanta area.

Compensation

• $250.

Bud – Day Player

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA feature film is seeking a day player to portray Bud, a larger-than-life hillbilly deeply rooted in fringe beliefs. Casting directors are looking for an actor with a memorable personality and strong character acting abilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Bud in featured scenes.
• Follow creative direction on set.
• Deliver an authentic character performance.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 45–65.
• Caucasian.
• Strong character acting skills.
• Previous film experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation

• Paid SAG-AFTRA opportunity.

Detective – Feature Film Role

Job Description

A feature film is casting a white male actor to portray a detective in a dramatic production. This featured role is ideal for performers who can authentically portray law enforcement personnel and are comfortable handling approved prop weapons during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a feature film.
• Perform law enforcement scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Safely handle approved prop weapons as required.
• Follow all production and safety instructions on set.

Requirements

• White male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Bald.
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement.
• Comfortable handling approved prop weapons.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel accommodations provided.

Infants and Twins for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting Hispanic and Caucasian infants, including twins, to portray the child of a lead character. This paid opportunity is ideal for families with young babies interested in appearing in a professional film production. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the infant child of a lead character in a feature film.
• Participate in on-set filming under the guidance of the production team.
• Help create authentic family scenes for the production.

Requirements

• Hispanic or Caucasian infants.
• Twins are encouraged to apply.
• Babies ages 6 weeks to 1 year.
• Must be able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation

• $140 per day.

Diner Patrons for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking diverse performers to portray diner patrons in a featured background scene. This paid opportunity is looking for fresh faces who can naturally fit into a casual restaurant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a diner patron in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Help create a realistic restaurant atmosphere.
• Maintain continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 35–40.
• Seeking diverse talent, including Black, Latino, and White performers.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

David – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray David, the victim’s ex-husband, in a dramatic reenactment. This featured role requires a convincing performance in an emotionally intense scene without scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David in a true crime reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Help bring authenticity to the recreation.

Requirements

• White male.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 40–50.
• Mustache preferred but not required.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

Child Actor #1 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role requires a natural on-camera presence for an emotionally driven scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• React naturally during filming.

Requirements

• White female.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 8–11.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Child Actor #2 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is seeking a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role focuses on natural reactions in an emotionally impactful scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Deliver a believable on-camera performance.

Requirements

• White male.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 7–9.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Deputy Yeatman – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Deputy Yeatman in a non-union production. This featured role requires a natural, authentic performance in a scripted reenactment with no spoken dialogue. The project is filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Deputy Yeatman in a true crime recreation.
• Follow the director’s direction during reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a believable on-screen performance without dialogue.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• White male.
• Ages 30–40.
• Average build.
• Brown hair.
• Goatee or short beard preferred.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Stand-In – Raymond (TV Pilot)

Job Description

A television pilot is seeking an experienced stand-in to portray Raymond during production in the Wilmington, Kure Beach, and Southport, North Carolina area. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for performers who closely match the character’s physical specifications and are comfortable working long production days on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the stand-in for the character Raymond during filming.
• Work with the camera and lighting departments to prepare scenes.
• Maintain consistent positioning and continuity between takes.
• Follow directions from the assistant director and production crew.
• Be available for multiple filming days as needed.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40.
• Caucasian.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’2″.
• Slender build.
• Waist size between 31″ and 33″.
• Blonde, dirty blonde, or very light brunette hair.
• Must be available for multiple filming days.
• Able to work as a local hire in the Wilmington, Kure Beach, or Southport, North Carolina area.

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity.