Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Officer 3 – Law Enforcement Background Role

Job Description
A network television series is casting a physically fit male performer to portray a law enforcement officer in reenactment scenes. This role requires confidence, authority, and comfort handling prop weapons.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed police officer on camera

• Follow direction and blocking during scenes

• Handle prop weapons safely

• Maintain a strong on-screen presence

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 25–45

• Physically fit with clean-cut or short hairstyle

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles

Compensation

• $100 per day

• Paid non-union television role

EMT – First Responder Background Role

Job Description
A network television series is seeking background performers to portray EMTs responding to a crime scene. This role supports realistic emergency response scenes and requires a calm, professional presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first responder arriving at a scene

• Follow direction during emergency reenactment scenes

• Maintain continuity and professionalism

• Perform light physical movement as needed

Requirements

• Male or female performers

• Ages 20–30s

• Physically fit

• Comfortable portraying emergency response roles

Compensation

• $100 per day

• Paid non-union television role

911 Caller – Featured Background Role for Network Television Series

Job Description
A network television series is casting a featured background performer to portray a 911 caller. This role involves discovering a body and making an emergency call, requiring natural, believable reactions in a dramatic reenactment setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a civilian discovering a crime scene

• Perform scripted phone call actions naturally on camera

• Follow direction during emotionally intense scenes

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performer

• Age range 40s

• Physically fit and able to portray a developer or professional

• Comfortable with dramatic subject matter

Compensation

• $100 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Officer 1 / Officer 2 – Law Enforcement Background Roles

Job Description
A network television series is casting physically fit male performers to portray law enforcement officers in scripted reenactment scenes. These roles require confidence handling prop weapons and convincingly portraying police presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed law enforcement officer

• Handle prop weapons safely and professionally

• Follow blocking and direction during reenactment scenes

• Maintain a strong, authoritative on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male performers

• Ages 25–45

• Physically fit with clean-cut or short hairstyle

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles and handling prop weapons

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Daija – Featured Background Role for Network Television Series

Job Description
A network television series is seeking a featured background performer to portray Daija. This role appears in dramatic reenactment scenes and requires comfort with mature, scripted content related to crime and violence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in reenactment scenes

• Take direction and deliver natural on-camera reactions

• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming

• Participate in emotionally intense scenes

Requirements

• Black female performer

• Ages 18–23

• Comfortable with scripted violence and crime-related material

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Hotel provided

• Paid non-union television role

Kenjuan – Featured Background Role for Network Television Series

Job Description
A network television series is casting a featured background performer to portray Kenjuan. This role appears in scripted reenactment scenes and requires comfort with dramatic material, including depictions of violence and crime-related content. The production is seeking a grounded, believable on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in scripted scenes

• Follow direction during dramatic reenactments

• Maintain professionalism and focus on set

• Work comfortably in scenes involving intense subject matter

Requirements

• Black male performer

• Ages 18–24

• Comfortable with scripted violence and crime-related content

• Physically capable of performing required scene actions

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Hotel provided

• Paid non-union television role

Older Assassins – Background Actors for Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A vertical short film is casting background actors to portray seasoned, older assassins. These characters should embody wisdom, quiet danger, and authority, bringing depth and experience to the on-screen world.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran assassin with calm intensity

• Deliver subtle, controlled reactions on camera

• Follow direction and maintain character consistency

• Support the visual storytelling of the film

Requirements

• Men and women

• Late 30s and older

• Athletic build preferred (not frail)

• Ability to project wisdom, confidence, and danger

• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $90 for up to 6 hours

• Paid non-union background role

• Short filming days with possible multiple-day booking

Assassin Nuns – Background Actors for Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A vertical short film is seeking background performers to portray Assassin Nuns as part of a disciplined female battle squad. These roles require athletic movement, focus, and the ability to project intensity and control in action-driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a member of a coordinated assassin squad

• Perform controlled physical movements for action scenes

• Follow choreography and on-set direction

• Maintain intensity and discipline on camera

Requirements

• Women ages 20s–40s

• Athletic, disciplined physicality

• Able to move well and perform repeated physical actions

• Comfortable portraying intensity and authority

• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $90 for up to 6 hours

• Paid non-union background role

• Opportunity to work on action-oriented scenes

Lounge Assassins – Background Actors for Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A vertical short film is casting background actors to portray Lounge Assassins in a stylish, cinematic production. These characters should project a strong, intimidating presence with a mysterious edge. This is a great opportunity for performers who enjoy bold, visually striking roles without long workdays.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stylish assassin in background scenes

• Convey intimidation, confidence, and mystery on camera

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain character presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women

• Tall, imposing look preferred

• Strong on-camera presence with unique features

• Comfortable portraying intimidating or mysterious characters

• Reliable transportation required

Compensation

• $90 for up to 6 hours

• Paid non-union background role

• Short filming days

Short Film Script Submissions – Independent Film Projects

Job Description
An independent production team is seeking short film scripts for multiple upcoming projects scheduled to film this year. Writers are invited to submit original short scripts across any genre, with a strong preference for thought-provoking stories that highlight underrepresented voices. These projects are passion-driven, creatively focused, and designed to support emerging storytellers in independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit an original short film script for consideration

• Deliver a complete, polished screenplay suitable for short-form production

• Be open to collaboration and creative development if selected

• Communicate professionally with the production team

Requirements

• Scripts must be under 15 pages

• Open to all genres

• Stories should be thoughtful, engaging, and character-driven

• Strong interest in narratives from underrepresented communities encouraged

• Writers, filmmakers, and creatives of all experience levels welcome

Compensation

• Low-budget independent productions

• Compensation and creative involvement discussed if selected

• Opportunity to have work produced and filmed professionally