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

Upscale Server Types for Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking stylish, upscale server types for a featured background role in a restaurant scene. This role is ideal for individuals who can embody a polished, professional look and maintain consistency on camera. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the final call time will only be released the afternoon before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale servers in a restaurant setting

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Provide natural, subtle background performance appropriate to the scene

• Stay available for the entire filming day regardless of final call time

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–35

• Females must be size 0–6

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Must be able to commit to being on set up to 12+ hours

• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a polished appearance

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr, 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Courthouse Background Talent

Job Description
A Nashville-based production is seeking featured background talent to portray courthouse attendees in a dramatic project. This role is ideal for individuals who can bring authentic, grounded energy to a courtroom environment and follow on-set direction with professionalism. Talent must be fully available for the entire day, as the exact call time will only be provided the afternoon prior.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as courthouse background in key scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

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

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 25–60

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Comfortable portraying courthouse attendees

• Reliable, punctual, and able to remain on set as needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (includes $12.50/hr with 8-hour guarantee + overtime after 8 hours)

• One-day filming commitment

Southern Caucasian Female Guide for Content Creator

Job Description
A popular content creator is seeking one Southern Caucasian woman to show them around Nashville for a same-day filming opportunity. This role is perfect for someone who knows the city well, is personable on camera, and can guide a creator through local spots with ease.

Job Responsibilities

• Accompany a content creator around Nashville
• Share local knowledge and recommend noteworthy spots
• Engage naturally on camera and maintain a friendly presence
• Collaborate with the creator to capture engaging lifestyle content

Requirements

• Southern Caucasian female
• Comfortable being on camera
• Must be available today at 2:30 PM
• Knowledge of Nashville’s local attractions is a plus

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Rate provided upon selection

Families and Couples for Commercial Promo

Job Description
A commercial promo for a major retailer is seeking families and couples who live within the Nashville, TN area. This featured opportunity is ideal for real households with genuine chemistry and natural on-camera presence. Talent must be available for both the virtual callback and the filming date, with full-day availability due to flexible call times. All ages, types, and ethnicities are encouraged to apply as long as they reside within the required zip code area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured talent in a commercial promo

• Work collaboratively with family or partner on camera

• Bring authentic interactions and natural chemistry to each scene

• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Families and couples, male or female

• All ethnicities

• Ages 0–70

• Must live within the 37207 zip code (Jory Circle area of Nashville)

• Must be available for both the callback and shoot date

• Must be able to work as a local hire (no travel or accommodation provided)

Compensation

• $822.30 session fee per person (day rate)

Background Talent for 1970s-Themed Project

Job Description
A production filming in Nashville is looking for local background talent for a 1970s-period project. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in on-set experience while portraying various roles such as college students and everyday individuals. Talent must be fully available on the shoot date, as call times will be provided the afternoon before.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a 1970s-set environment

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain availability for the full shoot day

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–60

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Comfortable portraying 1970s-era looks and roles

• Must be fully available on the specified shoot date

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour with an 8-hour guarantee)

Background Extras – Evening Shoot

Job Description
A production is seeking background extras for an evening shoot near downtown Nashville. This is a great opportunity for local talent looking to gain on-set experience, build their resume, and be part of a professional film or TV environment. Talent will help create natural crowd and atmosphere scenes during late afternoon and early evening.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday background characters in crowd and atmosphere scenes

• Take direction from the assistant directors and background coordinator

• Maintain continuity and stay engaged during multiple takes

• Arrive on time and be prepared for late afternoon/early evening call times

Requirements

• Local to the Nashville area or able to work as a local hire

• Comfortable working evening hours

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

• Able to follow directions and remain attentive during filming

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Exact rate and additional details provided upon selection

Courthouse Background Talent

Job Description
A period-set production is seeking background actors to portray courthouse attendees in scenes set in the 1980s–1990s. This role is ideal for performers who enjoy creating authentic atmosphere and enhancing story world realism. Talent will help bring busy courthouse environments to life through natural, grounded background action.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courthouse attendees in 1980s/1990s-era scenes

• Follow direction from the background coordinator and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–60

• Must be a local hire

• Must not have previously worked on this project

• Ability to match the look and tone of a late-20th-century setting

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hr with a four-hour guarantee + time and a half after)

Casting Female Talent for Younger Character Photo Double

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female actor to portray the younger version of an existing character for a featured photo shoot. This role requires a close visual match to the established character, including similar facial features, hair color, and overall appearance. Talent must feel comfortable being photographed in lingerie and able to deliver natural, confident expressions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a photo shoot as the younger version of a character

• Provide natural expressions and maintain professionalism during intimate wardrobe styling

• Match the look and essence of the established character

• Follow direction from the creative team for posing and positioning

• Remain available for the full shoot day

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–30

• Must closely resemble the older character (face shape, hair color, general appearance)

• Comfortable wearing lingerie for a professional photo shoot

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Able to commit to a potential 12+ hour day

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours

Featured Families for Retail Commercial Promo

Job Description
A commercial promo for a major retail brand is seeking featured families to appear in an upcoming shoot. This project is looking for real, diverse families who can bring warmth, relatability, and authenticity to screen. Filming will take place in the Nashville area, and selected talent may be invited to a virtual callback.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed scenes highlighting family interactions

• Bring natural chemistry, personality, and connection to on-camera moments

• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot

• Be available for the full day due to flexible call and wrap times

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities

• Ages 0–70

• All family types welcome

• Must live within ZIP code 37207 (Joy Circle area of Nashville)

• Must be able to work locally

Compensation

• $822.30 session fee per person