Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured Background Talent for Music Video

Job Description:
Casting featured background talent for an upcoming music video filming in Nashville, TN. This is an exciting opportunity to work on set with an undisclosed artist and be part of a creative production filled with energy and personality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as featured background in multiple vignettes

• Follow production directions and maintain energy throughout the day

• Parents/guardians must remain on set if minors are cast

• Couples and families encouraged to apply

Requirements:

• Open to all ages, genders, and ethnicities

• Must be available for a full day on the shoot date (exact call time TBD)

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

Compensation:

• $300 for up to 8 hours (paid in full even if wrapped early)

Featured Talent for Music Video (Hunky Mechanic Role)

Job Description
A music video production is seeking a charismatic male actor for a featured role as a “Hunky Mechanic.” This role is perfect for someone who can play a flirty, attractive, and fun character on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the “Hunky Mechanic” character in a featured role

• Follow direction from the production team and interact with other talent as needed

• Contribute to the fun and playful tone of the music video

Requirements

• Male, white, ages 18–25

• Slim to athletic build

• Attractive, charismatic, and able to portray “hunky” or “pretty boy” types

• Playful personality; mechanic experience is helpful but not required

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area

Compensation

• $350 flat rate for up to 8 hours (paid full rate even if wrapped early)

• Featured role with strong on-camera exposure

Job Description
A female artist’s upcoming country parody-style music video is casting dynamic talent to join the production. The project seeks both female models/dancers and one male performer to portray her cowboy counterpart. This is a fun and energetic shoot designed to capture strong personalities and vibrant performances on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Female talent will perform dance choreography, including twerking alongside the artist

• Male performer will take on the role of a smooth cowboy character

• Collaborate with the artist and production team to bring energy and authenticity to the music video

• Follow direction on set and contribute to the overall creative vision

Requirements

• Female models/dancers: all ethnicities, thick country woman type preferred

• Male performer: preferably muscular Caucasian, but open to all looks for cowboy role

• Must provide your own wardrobe:

  • Females: blue denim shorts, white tank top, boots, and additional shirt options

  • Male: blue denim jeans, white shirt, cowboy hat, boots, and extra shirt options

• Must have reliable transportation and be available for the full shoot day

Compensation

• $175 per cast member

• 6–7 hour shoot day

• Paid at wrap

Open Call for Singers – Wicked

Job Description
The Broadway and National Touring Companies of the hit musical Wicked are seeking talented singers to join principal and ensemble roles. This is a unique opportunity for performers with strong voices, stage presence, and the ability to move well.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform 16 bars a cappella of a contemporary musical theatre song that showcases vocal range

• Sopranos may prepare 16 bars of a traditional legit musical theatre piece

• Bring sheet music in case piano accompaniment is requested

• Present yourself professionally with a resume and headshot stapled together

• Participate in callbacks if selected

Requirements

• Singers of all ethnicities, genders, and backgrounds, ages 18+

• Strong vocal ability with a wide range

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Both Equity and Non-Equity performers are welcome

Compensation

• Professional theatrical contracts for Broadway and touring productions

• Opportunity to perform in one of the most successful musicals in the world

Bar Patrons for Music Video

Job Description
An upcoming music video is seeking background actors to portray bar patrons. This is a fun and fast-paced project that offers the chance to be part of a professional music video production and work alongside a creative team in Nashville.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lively bar patrons in a music video scene

• Follow direction from the production team for realistic interactions

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility with scheduling throughout the shoot

• Bring personality and energy to create a vibrant atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Male and female, all ethnicities, ages 21+

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area (no transportation or lodging provided)

• Must have full-day availability despite shorter shooting hours

• Open to individuals with interesting and diverse looks and personalities

Compensation

• $100 for up to 4 hours of work

Newborn Babies for TV Series Background Role

Job Description
A television production is casting newborn babies for featured background work in the series 911 Nashville. The production is looking for very young infants who can authentically portray newborns on screen. Multiples are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in background scenes as a newborn baby

• Remain comfortable and calm in a filming environment

• Parents or guardians must be present on set during all filming hours

Requirements

• Babies between 15 and 30 days old (the younger, the better)

• Must be able to convincingly portray a newborn

• Only local hires in the Franklin/Nashville, TN area will be considered

• New faces only; no prior submissions for this role

Compensation

• $200 for 4 hours of work

• Paid background role for a network television production

• Great opportunity for parents to have their child featured in a professional TV

Young Male Photo Double

Job Description
A television production is looking for a young male photo double to work on set in the Nashville/Franklin area. This role requires specific size and physical details to match the actor. The position involves background and stand-in work, supporting key scenes in the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a young male actor

• Be available for extended on-set hours as required

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and readiness throughout the day

Requirements

• Male, 9–11 years old

• Height: 4’6–4’8

• Size: 10/12 clothing

• Shoe: 6 or 6.5

• Brown hair preferred (wig may be provided; size and complexion most important)

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville/Franklin area

• Must be able to commit to being on set up to 12+ hours (minors will not be held longer than permitted)

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours (includes 12-hour guarantee + overtime after 12 hours)

Background Actors for Restaurant Commercial

Job Description
A broadcast commercial for a well-known restaurant chain is seeking background and featured background talent to portray restaurant patrons. This is a great opportunity for individuals and families of all ages to be featured in a national commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in various dining scenes

• Work collaboratively with the production team to achieve creative direction

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility with call times and scheduling

• Participate in a full day of filming as needed

Requirements

• Male and female talent of all ethnicities and body types

• All ages welcome, including families, real couples, teens, adults 20s–50s, and older adults

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN

• Available for a full day on set with flexible call and wrap times

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours of work

• Overtime pay after 12 hours, if applicable

• Usage: Broadcast commercial, full usage for 6 months to unlimited

Featured Background Roles for Amazon Project

Job Description
A new Amazon project is seeking featured background talent for a variety of roles in a brand anthem production. Filming will take place in the Nashville, TN area, and talent must be available to work as locals. The production requires full-day availability, as call and wrap times may vary.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles authentically on camera

• Remain professional and follow direction from the production team

• Be available for one or multiple filming dates as required

Requirements

• Local to Nashville, TN (no travel or accommodations provided)

• Full availability across all filming dates to be considered

• Specific roles include:

  • Black male baby/infant (newborn–1 year old); parent/guardian must remain on set

  • Real Black moms with babies/infants

  • Hispanic/Latino male, mid–late 30s, dad type, good with kids

  • Real Hispanic dads with babies (newborn–1 year old)

  • Hispanic/Latina female, 20s, variety of looks

  • Southeast Asian male, 20s, active/fit physique

  • Asian male, 60s, outdoor/gardener type, warm and friendly

Compensation

• $275 for 10 hours, includes full usage and buyout

Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A television series filming in Nashville is seeking male background actors to portray reporters, camera operators, and fire chiefs. This is a non-union background role for local hires only. Extras will help bring authenticity to key professional and emergency response scenes on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned roles such as reporters, camera operators, or fire chiefs

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew to ensure realistic scene portrayal

• Remain professional and flexible with long on-set hours

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–60

• Must be local to Nashville, TN

• Must have full day availability and be able to commit to 12+ hours if needed

• Reliable, professional, and punctual

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour, 8-hour guarantee)

• Time and a half pay after 8 hours