Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Lead Male Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray a victim in dramatic reenactment scenes. This role requires someone who can deliver emotionally grounded performance while being comfortable with intense scripted material involving violence and crime themes. Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in reenacted crime scenes as a central character

• Convey strong emotional reactions in suspense-driven moments

• Follow direction from the production team to match tone and story accuracy

• Maintain professionalism during dramatic and sensitive content

Requirements

• White male, late 30s

• Brown hair

• Tall with a slim build

• Must closely resemble the provided reference photo

• Comfortable performing in violent or murder reenactment content

• Able to work locally in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $200 per day

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

Lead Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking an actress to portray a character involved in scripted suspense and crime-driven storylines. This role requires someone who can deliver expressive, emotionally grounded performances while working comfortably within intense dramatic material. Filming will take place as part of a non-union network television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a central character in reenacted crime scenes

• Deliver strong emotional reactions aligned with scripted scenarios

• Follow direction from the production team to match tone and pacing

• Maintain professionalism during intense or dramatic content

Requirements

• White female, late 30s

• Brunette with highlights

• Must closely resemble the reference photo provided

• Comfortable performing in scripted violence and murder reenactments

• Able to work locally in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $200 per day

Pizza Tossers for Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial shoot is seeking experienced pizza tossers who can confidently handle and toss dough on camera. This project is perfect for individuals with real-world pizza shop or dough-tossing experience who can bring skill, authenticity, and energy to a fast-paced filming environment. Additional background customers will also be part of the shoot, but this listing focuses solely on pizza tossers.

Job Responsibilities

• Actively toss and handle pizza dough in various on-camera scenes

• Maintain consistency and safe handling of dough during multiple takes

• Follow direction from the production crew

• Be prepared with a short video or examples of your dough-tossing ability

Requirements

• Adults, experienced pizza dough tossers

• Ability to work locally with reliable transportation

• Comfortable demonstrating real skill on camera

• Available for all required shoot dates

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours

Santa Claus Performer

Job Description
A social media campaign is seeking a seasoned Santa Claus performer to bring warmth, charm, and authenticity to a festive promotional shoot. This role is ideal for experienced Santas who embody the classic holiday spirit and can deliver a joyful, family-friendly presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus with energy, personality, and authenticity

• Participate in on-camera scenes for a branded social media campaign

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

• Maintain a friendly, festive demeanor throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 50–70

• Caucasian

• Real beard strongly preferred

• Experience playing Santa is ideal

• Comfortable with perpetual usage of the footage

• Must be able to work locally and travel as needed

Compensation

• $750 plus mileage reimbursement

Latina Stand-Ins – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking two Latina stand-ins for an upcoming shoot. Stand-ins will work closely with the camera and lighting departments to match the physical profile of the principal actors and ensure accurate scene setup. These roles are non-speaking and require strong reliability and professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for lighting, camera blocking, and technical setups

• Match the actor’s height, build, and general appearance

• Maintain continuity and precise positioning across takes

• Follow direction from the production and cinematography teams

• Arrive prepared and ready for a full workday

Requirements

• Latina, ages 20s–40s

• Role 1: Height 5’2”–5’4”, 115–135 lbs, dark hair (curly or straight)

• Role 2: Height 5’6”–5’8”, slim to medium build, dark hair

• Must work as a local hire in the Chicago, IL area

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

Background Bar Patrons & Pedestrians – TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to appear as bar patrons and pedestrians for an upcoming episode filming in Chicago. Talent may also be selected for outdoor scenes requiring jogging, biking, or general pedestrian movement. These are non-speaking roles ideal for reliable performers who can bring natural, everyday energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in interior scenes

• Participate in outdoor scenes as joggers, cyclists, or pedestrians if selected

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe options based on instructions

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–70

• All ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not be booked for a future date on the same series

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Background Participants – Issue Advocacy Project

Job Description
An issue advocacy project is seeking talent to portray individuals attending an event in support of Israel. This project involves simple, natural background action with no speaking lines. Filming will take place in Northern Virginia, and participants should be fully comfortable with the project’s context before applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray attendees preparing to go to an advocacy event

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

• Arrive prepared and on time for the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian men and women

• Ages 20–30

• Must be comfortable with the project’s advocacy message

• Able to work locally in Northern VA

Compensation

• $600 for 10 hours (less agency fees)

• Potential usage: $750 for national media buyout in perpetuity (not guaranteed; drops to $550 for digital-only usage)

Male Runner – Oncology Commercial

Job Description
A Miami-based commercial is seeking an athletic male runner for an upcoming oncology campaign. This role is ideal for real runners or individuals with strong athletic ability who can bring authenticity and energy to on-camera performance. Selected talent will also attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform running scenes with proper form and consistency

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams

• Maintain a strong, athletic on-camera presence

• Attend the required wardrobe fitting before filming

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity

• Ages 25–35

• Athletic build

• Real runners strongly encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work locally in Miami

Compensation

• Session rate: $500

• Usage: $2,500

Minor Background Actors – Indie Feature Film

Job Description
An indie feature film is seeking a small number of minors for an upcoming school scene. This project will be filming in River Forest, Illinois, and is ideal for young performers who enjoy being on set and can follow direction well. Selected talent will take part in a classroom-style scene alongside a professional cast and crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a school scene as background students

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and remain focused on set

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe as instructed

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 7–10

• All ethnicities

• Must already have a valid work permit

• Must be able to work locally in River Forest, IL

• No older or younger ages accepted for this scene

Compensation

• $170 for the day