Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Real Family Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real families to appear together in lifestyle restaurant scenes. Production is looking for genuine family units with natural chemistry and distinctive shared features.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in a restaurant setting

• Interact naturally with family members during filming

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Real families with children ages 5–55 (parents included)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Families with 4+ kids are a bonus

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate per person for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

Restaurant Customer Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking everyday restaurant customers to appear in dining scenes. This role is perfect for performers who can bring a relaxed, down-home presence to a casual restaurant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes

• Eat and interact naturally on camera

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–80

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Everyday, casual look

• Must be comfortable eating on camera

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Farmers Market Patrons (Background Talent)

Job Description
A television production is seeking non-union background talent to portray farmers market patrons in an outdoor scene. This paid opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, with select roles available for children. Talent should be reliable, comfortable working outdoors, and able to stay available for a full day as call times may change.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a farmers market patron in outdoor background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity and natural movement across multiple takes

• Remain on standby and ready to work as needed throughout the day

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–65

• Select roles for minors ages 9–12

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

• Comfortable working outdoors

• Must be available regardless of call time and able to commit to a 12+ hour day if needed

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (time-and-a-half after 8 hours)

Job Description
A popular creator is seeking two young men in Nashville for a paid video shoot. Talent should have a country-inspired look or appear believable as someone who can play guitar for on-camera scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured talent in a video shoot.

• Take basic direction from the creator/production team during filming.

• Portray a natural, confident presence with a country/music vibe.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a professional attitude on set.

Requirements

• Male talent (2 roles).

• Must be local to or able to work in Nashville.

• Country look preferred, or must look like you can play guitar.

• Comfortable being filmed and appearing on camera in a creator-led production.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking).

Casting Circus Performers for Short Film in Nashville

Job Description:
A short film shooting in the Watertown area near Nashville is seeking talented featured background performers to play circus characters. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase unique looks and special performance skills on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray circus performers in a visually dynamic short film.

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain energy throughout the shoot.

• Bring authenticity, creativity, and enthusiasm to each scene.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older and local to the Nashville, TN area.

• Little Person Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities.

• Tattooed Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities, heavily tattooed (visible tattoos on face, hands, or full body).

• Stilt Walker Performer: Male or female, all ethnicities, must have experience and own equipment.

• Must be available for a full day of filming and flexible with call times.

Compensation:

• $200 for up to 5 hours of work (full pay even if wrapped early).

Kids Needed for Regional Commercial – Nashville, TN

Job Description
A regional commercial is seeking kids to work as background actors for a fun, full-day shoot in the Nashville, TN area. This is a great opportunity for outgoing kids to gain on-camera experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various commercial scenes

• Follow directions from the production team to maintain continuity

• Remain on set for the full day with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Male and female kids, ages 5–15

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be outgoing and comfortable on set

• Parent or guardian must stay on set at all times

• Must be a local hire (no travel, transportation, or accommodation provided)

Compensation

• $200 for up to 10 hours

• 15% agency fee for represented talent

• Regional usage, all media, full buyout