Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Construction Foreman for Commercial

Job Description
A local commercial production in Mobile, Alabama is casting a male actor to portray a construction contractor or foreman. This non-speaking commercial role is for advertising campaigns related to plumbing and HVAC supply businesses. Casting directors are seeking a professional, authentic look that reflects real-world construction leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a construction contractor or foreman in commercial scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Perform natural, non-speaking actions and movements on camera
• Help create an authentic commercial environment

Requirements

• Male talent in their mid-40s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must have the appearance of a contractor or construction foreman
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking role
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production instructions

Compensation

• $350 flat rate
• Paid commercial acting opportunity

Senior Broadcast Production Runner

Job Description

A major sports broadcasting network is seeking an experienced Runner II to support operations and production teams during a live professional football broadcast. This role is ideal for seasoned production professionals with extensive live event experience who can assist with logistics, crew coordination, and operational support throughout a remote sports broadcast.

The selected candidate will help ensure smooth event operations by supporting production staff, coordinating logistics, and assisting with critical broadcast-related tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Support operations and production teams during a live sports broadcast
• Run errands and deliver production materials as needed
• Coordinate announcer arrivals and departures
• Distribute information to crew members and production staff
• Assist with show-related logistics and operational tasks
• Check in and out daily with the operations team
• Execute production support duties as assigned
• Help maintain efficient workflows during live event coverage

Requirements

• Must live within 100 miles of the event location
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license required
• Minimum of 8 shows worked as a regional-level runner in live remote productions
• Reliable cellphone, text, and email communication
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of basic broadcast operations
• Familiarity with the venue and local area preferred
• Ability to help lead and support other runners when needed

Compensation

• Paid sports broadcast production opportunity
• Work on a live professional football broadcast
• Gain experience with a leading sports media production team
• Networking opportunities within the broadcast and sports media industry

Parabolic Microphone Operator Needed for ESPN Football Broadcast

Job Description
ESPN is now hiring a parabolic microphone operator for a live football broadcast covering the Houston Gamblers vs. Birmingham Stallions game at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama. This crew position is ideal for individuals with sports production experience or a strong understanding of football gameplay. Operators will capture live field audio using a wired parabolic microphone dish while moving along the sidelines during the event.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a wired parabolic microphone dish during the live game broadcast
• Capture on-field and sideline audio throughout gameplay
• Move along the sideline or endline to follow the action
• Coordinate with the broadcast production crew during the event
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Requirements

• Must be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working outdoors during live sporting events
• General understanding of football and live sports coverage preferred
• Ability to follow fast-paced live production direction
• Must be available to work in Birmingham, Alabama

Compensation

• Paid crew opportunity for a live ESPN sports broadcast