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Basketball Player Stand-In for Pharmaceutical Commercial (Nashville Local Hire)

Job Description
A non-union pharmaceutical commercial is casting a special ability basketball stand-in in the Nashville, TN area (local hires only). This role needs a male with a strong, athletic build who can play basketball confidently (not pro-level—just solid skills). Talent should match a specific on-camera look, including similar complexion and hair color to reference materials provided by production.

Job Responsibilities

• Play basketball naturally on camera for commercial scenes

• Work as a stand-in and follow blocking, lighting, and staging direction

• Maintain consistency across takes and repeat movements as needed

• Stay ready on set for a full work window and remain professional throughout

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20–40

• Height 5’10”–6’2”

• Strong, athletic physique

• Must be able to play basketball well

• Similar complexion and hair color to production’s reference look

• Must be a Nashville-area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours if booked

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours ($31.25/hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Overtime: time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Female Cops Background Extras Casting (Nashville Local Hire Only)

Job Description
A non-union production is casting female background talent in Nashville, TN (local hires only) to portray police officers in realistic scene work. This paid background role is a great fit for dependable talent who can take direction well, maintain a professional on-set presence, and commit to a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes (movement, reactions, positioning)

• Remain available and ready to work throughout the full work window

Requirements

• Female talent only

• Ages 25–50

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set if booked

• Must be available even without a confirmed call time until the afternoon prior

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Overtime: time-and-a-half after 8 hours