Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Store Manager Role for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting a non-union background actor to portray a store manager in an upcoming dramatic scene. This non-speaking role requires a professional, composed presence and the ability to subtly convey authority in a retail setting. Talent should be comfortable taking direction and working in a detailed, performance-focused environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a store manager in a scripted reenactment scene

• Follow production cues to deliver natural, grounded reactions

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout multiple takes

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Must have a clean-cut, managerial appearance

• Available for a late morning or early afternoon shoot

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate

• Local hire only; no travel or accommodations provided

• Filming location: Knoxville, TN

Coroner Role for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting a background actor to portray a coroner in a dramatic scene. This non-speaking role requires someone who can deliver a calm, authoritative presence and perform convincingly in a medical examiner capacity. The production is focused on visual storytelling with no scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coroner during a forensic scene involving a crime investigation

• Follow direction to convey professionalism and procedural accuracy

• Contribute to the realism of the scene with subtle but convincing actions

Requirements

• Male, age 40 or older

• Must be in good physical condition

• Able to work as a local in Knoxville, TN

• Likely needed for an early afternoon shoot

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate

• No additional stipends or travel provided

• Filming location: Knoxville, TN

Mission Extras for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting background actors to portray individuals staying at a mission. This is a non-speaking role designed to enhance the realism and environment of a dramatic scene. Talent will be featured as part of a group representing people experiencing homelessness.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray mission residents in a dramatic, character-driven setting

• Follow direction from the assistant director to maintain scene authenticity

• Contribute to background atmosphere through subtle, expressive presence

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 13 and up

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be available for an early evening call time

• Able to work as a local in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate

• No travel or additional stipends provided

• Filming location: Knoxville, TN

Fugitive Officer Role for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment series is casting a background actor to portray a fugitive officer in a high-stakes scene. This non-union production does not feature scripted dialogue, focusing instead on visual storytelling and dramatic reenactments. The selected talent should be physically fit and able to perform convincingly in action-oriented moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fugitive officer in a dramatic recreation scene

• Follow direction to perform with urgency and physicality

• Support the production’s visual intensity and realism

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40s

• Must be in good physical condition

• Comfortable working late-night shoots

• Should have a strong presence suitable for law enforcement roles

• Expected call time is likely Wednesday evening around 9 PM

Compensation

• $150/day flat rate

• No travel or additional stipends provided

• Filming location: Knoxville, TN

CSI Roles for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is now casting background actors to portray crime scene investigators. These roles are non-speaking and focus on adding realistic procedural elements to key investigative scenes. Talent should be physically fit and able to convey professional CSI demeanor on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI professional processing a crime scene

• Follow detailed direction to perform investigative tasks authentically

• Maintain a clean-cut, professional appearance suitable for forensic roles

Requirements

• Any gender, ages 30–40s

• Must be physically fit and able to portray CSI authenticity

• CSI 1: Must be available Tuesday evening, likely 10 PM

• CSI 2: Must be available Thursday afternoon, likely 3:30 PM

• Must be able to work as a local in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate per role

• Day rate only; no travel or additional stipends included

• Filming location: Knoxville, TN

Bullpin Extra for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime reenactment series is casting a background actor to portray a detective or police officer in a bullpen scene. This role is ideal for physically fit talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement personnel in a high-intensity, procedural-style setting. No scripted audio will be recorded.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a law enforcement extra in a bullpen environment

• Follow on-set directions and maintain continuity during multiple takes

• Collaborate with the production team to support the visual tone of the scene

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 30–40s

• Must be in good physical condition

• Able to portray a detective or uniformed officer authentically

• Must be available for a likely Wednesday afternoon shoot

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate

• Day rate only; no additional travel or stipend provided

• Filming location: Knoxville,

Film Crew Background Roles for Faith-Based Feature

Job Description
A faith-based feature film is casting background actors to portray behind-the-scenes concert crew members in an intimate concert scene. This non-union project is shooting in the Nashville area and is seeking fresh faces who have not appeared in the production before. Talent will help set the tone for an authentic on-set concert environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a concert production crew member in a background role

• Take direction from production staff to maintain realism and continuity

• Be available and on set for the full production day

Requirements

• Ages 20–50, all ethnicities welcome

• Must be based in or near Nashville, TN

• Fresh faces only (no prior appearances in this project)

• Must have full-day availability (morning to evening)

Compensation

• $100 flat for 8 hours ($12.50/hour guarantee, potential for 12+ hours)

• Call time will be provided the afternoon before the shoot

• No travel or accommodation provided—local hire only

Concert Goers for Faith-Based Feature Film

Job Description
A faith-based feature film is now casting background actors to portray concert goers in a small, intimate concert scene. This non-union production is seeking fresh faces only—applicants must not have previously appeared in the project. Filming will take place in the Nashville area, and only local talent will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a concert attendee in a background role

• Follow on-set direction to help create a lively and realistic concert environment

• Maintain availability for the full day to accommodate flexible scheduling

Requirements

• Ages 18–55, all ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Nashville, TN

• Must be fully available for the entire day (morning to evening)

• Only fresh faces who haven’t appeared in the project will be accepted

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour guaranteed, may go up to 12+ hours)

• Call time will be shared the afternoon prior to filming

• Local hire only; no travel or lodging included

Male Background Actors to Portray Friends of Lead Character

Job Description
A limited series based on a bestselling novel is seeking male background actors to play the friends of one of the lead characters in an upcoming scene. This role is open to all ethnicities between the ages of 30 and 50 and is for talent who have not previously worked on this production. Selected talent will also attend a fitting ahead of the filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a bar scene as one of the lead actor’s friends

• Work collaboratively on set under direction of the assistant director

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to shoot day

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–50, all ethnicities

• Must be a fresh face (no prior appearances in this production)

Compensation

• $182 for 12-hour shoot day

• $50 for wardrobe fitting (1 hour)

• Fitting location: Doraville @ Assembly Studios

• Filming in Southeast Atlanta

Male Actor to Portray Camera Operator in HBO Limited Series

Job Description
A high-profile HBO limited series is casting male actors to portray a camera operator in a two-day shoot. This role is open to all ethnicities, age 25 and older, and is ideal for those with real-world production or camera experience. Only fresh faces who have not yet appeared on this series will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working camera operator in a realistic on-set scene

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain consistent presence across both shoot days

• Accurately reflect behind-the-scenes energy of a live production set

Requirements

• Male, age 25 or older, all ethnicities

• Must not have worked on this series previously

• Prior camera or production experience preferred but not required

• Use subject line: DSL CAM OP

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours per day

• Two-day shoot commitment

• Filming location: Decatur, GA