Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: Featured Male Lead for Commercial Project

Job Description:

We are seeking a Hispanic/Latino male, aged 25-35, to play the featured male lead in a commercial project. This role is for a wholesome, conservative character. Candidates must have a professional appearance with no visible tattoos, piercings, or unnatural hair colors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the male lead in a commercial project, following direction from the production team.
• Be available to work on both shoot dates and have flexibility for possible changes.
• Represent a wholesome and conservative character.

Requirements:

• Male, 25-35 years old.
• Must be Hispanic/Latino.
• Conservative, wholesome, and professional appearance.
• No visible tattoos, piercings, or unnatural hair colors.
• Must be available as a local hire in Nashville, TN.
• Must be available for filming on September 18th and 19th.
• Must be available for any potential wrap time.

Compensation:

• Pay: $3000 (all-in). Includes 2-year usage fee.
• Usage: CTV/Digital

Non-Union Background Actor for Civil War Era Feature Film

Job Description: Casting for background actors in a feature film set during the Civil War era, focusing on the life of General Van Dorn. We are seeking men to portray tavern drinkers in a period setting. This is a non-union project, and all actors must be local to the Columbia, TN area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a tavern drinker in a period-appropriate setting.
• Commit to long shooting days (up to 12+ hours) on set.
• Follow the directions provided by the production team and remain in character for the duration of the shoot.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age Range: 25-65 years old
• Beard: Must have a beard.
• Must be available to work as a local hire in Columbia, TN.
• Willing to commit to a full day of shooting (12+ hours, with overtime after 8 hours).
• No minors will be on set for over 12 hours.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours (guaranteed).
• Overtime: Time and a half for hours worked over 8.

Male Actor for “Officer Ransom” Role

Job Description: We are casting for the role of Officer Ransom in an upcoming Oxygen network production. We are looking for a Black male, aged 30-40, who is bald with a beard. The actor must closely resemble a younger version of the attached reference photo (from an event in December 2000). The role involves handling a prop gun, and the actor should be comfortable with this requirement. This is a non-scripted audio production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Officer Ransom in scenes requiring physical presence and handling a prop gun.
• Follow directions from the production team to ensure the character is portrayed accurately.
• Maintain professionalism on set and contribute to a smooth filming experience.

Requirements:

• Black male, aged 30-40, bald with a beard.
• Must closely resemble the younger version of the reference photo.
• Comfortable handling a prop gun.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).
• Able to follow direction and perform in non-scripted audio scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $125/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).

Female Handmaid Background Role – Civil War Era Feature Film

Job Description: We are casting for a non-union female background actor to portray a handmaid in an upcoming PG-13 feature film about the life of Civil War General Van Dorn. The film is being produced by Film Read LLC and will be shot in Columbia, TN. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for historical films who can commit to a long shoot day.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a handmaid in background scenes set in the Civil War era.
• Remain on set for up to 12+ hours, working under direction from the production team.
• Ensure professionalism and maintain the look and feel of the Civil War era.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 20-30.
• Must be available to work in Columbia, TN, as a local hire (no travel or accommodation provided).
• Comfortable with long work hours (up to 12+ hours).
• Ability to follow direction and remain professional throughout the shoot.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours of work (8-hour guarantee, with time and a half after 8 hours).

Female Actor for “Jennifer, Accused” Role

Job Description: Casting a white female actor aged 20-30 for the role of Jennifer, Accused in an upcoming Oxygen network production. The character has shoulder-length brown hair and is involved in scenes with scripted violence and murder content. The actor must closely resemble the attached reference photo and should be comfortable with intense, non-scripted audio scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Jennifer, Accused, in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.
• Follow the direction of the production team to maintain the authenticity and intensity of the scenes.
• Collaborate with other cast members and the crew to ensure smooth filming.
• Maintain professionalism and focus during sensitive and intense scenes.

Requirements:

• White female, aged 20-30.
• Shoulder-length brown hair and must closely resemble the attached reference photo.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (hotel provided).
• Able to follow direction and perform in non-scripted audio scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150/day + hotel accommodations provided.

Male Actor for “Corey, Accused” Role

Job Description: We are casting a Black male actor aged 20-30 to portray Corey, Accused in an upcoming Oxygen network production. The role involves appearing shirtless and engaging in scenes with scripted violence and murder content. The actor must closely resemble the reference photo and have short black hair. This is a key role requiring emotional depth and a compelling on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Corey, Accused, a character involved in intense, scripted scenes featuring violent and murder-related content.
• Appear shirtless during certain scenes, following direction from the production team.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew, ensuring an authentic and compelling portrayal of the character.
• Maintain professionalism on set during sensitive and intense scenes.

Requirements:

• Black male, aged 20-30.
• Must have short black hair and closely resemble the attached reference photo.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (hotel provided).
• Able to follow direction and perform in scripted scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150/day + hotel accommodations provided.

Male Actor for “Det. Slone” Role

Job Description: Casting for a male actor, aged 30-40, to portray Det. Slone in an upcoming Oxygen network production. The role requires an actor who is bald with some facial hair and is comfortable handling a prop gun. The character is based on a real-life detective, and the actor must resemble a younger version of the attached reference photo (crime occurred in December 2000).

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Det. Slone in non-scripted scenes, accurately reflecting the character’s physical appearance and demeanor.
• Handle a prop gun comfortably during filming.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew, following direction from the production team to maintain the character’s authenticity.
• Ensure a realistic and compelling portrayal of a detective.

Requirements:

• White male, aged 30-40, with a bald head and some facial hair.
• Must resemble a younger version of the attached photo.
• Comfortable handling a prop gun.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).
• Able to follow direction and perform in non-scripted scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $135/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).

Male Actor for “Det. 2” Role

Job Description: Casting an actor of any ethnicity to play Det. 2 in an upcoming production for the Oxygen network. The role requires an actor who is comfortable handling a prop gun and portraying a detective in non-scripted scenes. This character plays a crucial role in advancing the storyline and bringing realism to the production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Det. 2, a detective who is involved in various non-scripted scenes.
• Be comfortable handling a prop gun as part of the role.
• Follow direction from the production team to maintain the authenticity of the character and the storyline.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew to ensure smooth and efficient filming.

Requirements:

• Male actor, open ethnicity.
• Comfortable handling a prop gun.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).
• Able to follow direction and perform in non-scripted scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $135/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).

Female Actor for “Young Kathy” Role

Job Description: Casting a white female actor with blonde hair and short hair in her early 20s for the role of Young Kathy in an upcoming production for the Oxygen network. This role involves playing a key character in non-scripted scenes that drive the narrative. The character has a youthful and dynamic presence and will be featured in emotionally impactful scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Young Kathy with a short blonde hairstyle.
• Collaborate with the production team and follow directions on set to ensure the role is portrayed accurately.
• Participate in non-scripted scenes requiring focus and emotional depth.

Requirements:

• White female, early 20s.
• Blonde hair with a short hairstyle.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).
• Comfortable with taking direction and performing in non-scripted scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).

Male Actor for “Young Michael Sr.” Role

Job Description: Casting a white male actor in his early 20s for the role of Young Michael Sr. in an upcoming production for the Oxygen network. The character is clean-cut with a military look, and the actor must be comfortable with or willing to shave facial hair. The role requires portraying a younger version of a key character in the storyline, with a strong, disciplined presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Young Michael Sr. with a clean-cut, military appearance.
• Follow direction from the production team and work collaboratively with other cast members.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially during multiple takes and extended shooting hours.

Requirements:

• White male, early 20s, with a military look.
• Must be clean-shaven or willing to shave facial hair for the role.
• Must be available for filming in Knoxville, TN (no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).
• Comfortable following direction and performing in non-scripted scenes.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend provided).