Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Detective (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is seeking talent for a featured Detective role filming in Tennessee. This paid on-camera opportunity is a strong fit for performers who can portray a professional law enforcement presence, take direction well, and maintain a clean-cut, camera-ready look. You should be comfortable handling a prop weapon and have wardrobe that supports a detective-style character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a true crime reenactment for network television

• Follow direction for scene blocking, reactions, and investigative action

• Handle a prop weapon safely and professionally when required

• Arrive prepared and maintain a polished, character-appropriate appearance

Requirements

• Any male, ages 30–40s

• Physically fit with a clean-cut look

• Must have professional wardrobe suitable for a detective role

• Comfortable handling a prop weapon

• Available for scheduled call times (likely Monday morning and Tuesday morning)

Compensation

• $150/day

Detective (Featured Role)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a featured Detective role for filming in Tennessee. This on-camera opportunity is ideal for experienced talent who can deliver a believable law enforcement presence, work well with direction, and appear professional on set. You should be comfortable handling a prop weapon and have a clean-cut, physically fit look with appropriate wardrobe.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in a true crime reenactment scene for network television

• Follow direction to perform investigative actions and on-camera blocking

• Handle a prop weapon safely and professionally as required by the scene

• Arrive camera-ready with a polished, law enforcement-appropriate look

Requirements

• Black male, ages 30–40s

• Physically fit with a clean-cut appearance

• Must have professional wardrobe suitable for a detective role

• Comfortable handling a prop weapon

• Available for scheduled call times (likely Monday morning and Tuesday late morning)

Compensation

• $150/day

Director-Selected Photo Feature Role (Male)

Job Description
A production is casting an African American male (18+) for a director-selected featured role in a photograph. Talent will be posed as “deceased” in the image, so you must be fully comfortable portraying that look and remaining still on set. This is a great opportunity for performers and models looking to build their portfolio with a paid photo feature in South Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for a featured photograph as directed by the creative team

• Comfortably portray a “dead” look/scene concept for the photo

• Remain still and professional during setup and shooting

• Follow on-set direction and maintain a camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• African American male, age 18+

• Must be comfortable being photographed while appearing “dead”

• Available to work in South Atlanta

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Rate: $96/8

Law Enforcement Officer (Featured Background, Director Selected)

Job Description
A hit television series is casting featured background talent to portray a Law Enforcement Officer for an upcoming shoot in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a director-selected background role, ideal for performers who can bring an authentic military or law enforcement presence on camera. This is a local hire only, and production is specifically seeking new faces who have not worked on the series this season.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional law enforcement officer in featured background scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity

• Maintain a clean, camera-ready appearance and professional set behavior

• Bring a believable, authoritative presence appropriate for law enforcement

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 21–50, any ethnicity

• Physically fit and in good physical shape

• Military or law enforcement experience preferred

• Professional appearance

  • Men: clean-shaven with short, neat haircuts

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can provide a tattoo artist release)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area (no travel provided)

• Must be a new face who has not worked on this series/season

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid full day even if wrapped early)

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

DA Staff (Background Role)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray DA Staff in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid extra role is a great fit for performers who can deliver a professional, office-ready look and blend naturally into a busy law enforcement environment on camera. You may be asked to attend a costume fitting, and you must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray district attorney staff in a police department bullpen scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a polished, workplace-appropriate on-camera presence

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Police Captain / Lieutenant (Featured Background)

Job Description
A television production is casting background talent to portray a Police Captain or Lieutenant in a police department “bullpen” scene. This paid on-camera role is ideal for performers who can bring an authoritative, professional presence and take direction well in a working set environment. Production may request a costume fitting, and talent must be able to provide wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police captain/lieutenant in a police department scene

• Maintain a believable law enforcement presence on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Attend a costume fitting if requested and arrive set-ready with wardrobe

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 30+

• Professional, camera-ready appearance

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production wardrobe guidelines)

• May be asked to attend a costume fitting

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Civilians (Background Extras)

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray civilians in a police department “bullpen” scene. This extra casting opportunity is great for talent who can take direction, stay natural on camera, and help create a realistic station environment. You’ll need to arrive set-ready with your own wardrobe based on provided guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a civilian extra in a police department bullpen scene

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

• Maintain a natural, believable presence during filming

• Arrive prepared with required wardrobe and stay camera-ready

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe (per production guidelines)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set for the full workday

Compensation

• Guaranteed $96 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked beyond 8

Job Description

The short film “In Headlights” is casting 7 background extras (ages 20–36) to appear in two separate scenes filmed in the Melbourne area. Extras will be split into two groups to support different locations and times of day. This is an unpaid background opportunity, and all selected extras will receive on-screen credit. Complimentary meals and drinks will be provided on the shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background extra naturally and consistently during filmed scenes.

• Follow direction from the director/AD team and maintain continuity across takes.

• Arrive on time, ready to work for the assigned scene time (early morning or afternoon).

• Remain professional on set and cooperate with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Must be ages 20–36.

• Must be able to work as a background extra for a one-day shoot.

• Reliable transportation to the Melbourne filming area.

• Ability to follow instructions and remain available for the duration of your assigned call time.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid (production notes they are trying to secure funding, but applicants should expect unpaid).

• Complimentary breakfast/lunch and drinks provided

• All extras will be credited

Stylish, Fun, Hip & Trendy Background Extras (Non-Union Commercial)

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting stylish background extras with fun, modern energy for upbeat on-camera scenes. Production is looking for talent with a trendy look, confident presence, and natural vibe that fits a youthful, high-style commercial world. This is a local hire opportunity for performers who can work in New Orleans.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in energetic commercial scenes

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Bring a stylish, expressive presence that reads well on camera

• Maintain a professional attitude on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Must be comfortable being filmed in a fast-paced commercial environment

• Strong personal style (hip, trendy, fashion-forward looks encouraged)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction quickly

• Local hire able to work in New Orleans (no travel provided)

• Able to provide recent photos and basic casting details for consideration

Compensation

• $400 flat rate (non-union)

Suspicious Friend of the Perp (Male, 20s–30s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured background role for a “Suspicious Friend of the Perp” in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent in their 20s–30s who can bring a tense, watchable presence and deliver believable reactions that help sell the story. This role appears in murder-related content typical of true crime recreations. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a suspicious friend character in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Deliver natural, readable reactions and body language without dialogue

• Remain professional on set and stay ready between setups

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–30s

• Strong on-camera presence; able to play “shifty” or suspicious through expression and posture

• Comfortable appearing in murder-related true crime reenactment content

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day