Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Photo Double for TV Series

Job Description
A television production filming in the Wilmington, North Carolina area is seeking a photo double to match a featured actor for an upcoming scene. Casting directors are looking for an African American male who closely matches the actor’s physical appearance, including height and hairstyle. This role is essential for production continuity and offers background performers the opportunity to work closely with the production team on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming
• Match the actor’s movements, positioning, and on-set marks when required
• Work closely with the production team to maintain scene continuity
• Remain available on set for lighting setups and scene preparation

Requirements

• African American male
• Height between 6’0” and 6’4”
• Bald or shaved head
• Must closely match the actor’s physical build and appearance
• Professional attitude and ability to follow on-set direction
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Wilmington, North Carolina area

Compensation

• $200 for up to 12 hours of filming
• Time-and-a-half pay for any hours worked beyond 12

Hospital Patients Background Actors

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta, Georgia is casting background actors to portray hospital patients in upcoming scenes. Casting directors are looking for a diverse group of performers to help create realistic hospital environments. This opportunity is perfect for individuals interested in gaining experience working as a background actor on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital patients in background scenes

• Follow instructions from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain continuity and realism during filming

• Participate in hospital environment scenes with other cast members

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Ages 18–80

• Open to all ethnicities

• Variety of looks and body types welcome

• Ability to follow on-set direction and remain professional

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

• $42 for up to 2 hours for wardrobe fitting (overtime if applicable)

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming (overtime after 12 hours)

Hospital Nurses Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray nurses in hospital scenes for a series filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is looking for men and women who can realistically portray nursing staff in a professional medical setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a television set and gain on-set experience as a background performer.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nurse in hospital background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors

• Maintain a professional and authentic medical staff appearance

• Participate in hospital scenes with other background actors and cast

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Ages 22–60

• Open to all ethnicities

• Conservative and professional appearance

• Medical field experience preferred but not required

• No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

• $42 for up to 2 hours for wardrobe fitting (overtime if applicable)

• $168 for up to 12 hours of filming (overtime after 12 hours)

Job Description
A music video production is seeking a talented female model to appear in an upcoming project filming in the Los Angeles area. Casting directors are looking for an African American female model who is confident on camera and comfortable performing in a creative music video environment. This is a great opportunity for models interested in gaining music video experience while collaborating with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured model in a music video
• Follow direction from the director and production crew during filming
• Maintain strong on-camera presence and confidence
• Participate in scenes that support the visual storytelling of the music video

Requirements

• African American female model
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong confidence and professional attitude on set
• Ability to take direction from the production team

Compensation

• $400 for up to 8 hours of work

Music Video Models

Job Description
A music video production is seeking four energetic models to appear in an upcoming music video shoot in Los Angeles. The production team is looking for confident individuals who are comfortable dancing and performing on camera. This opportunity is ideal for models and performers interested in gaining music video experience while working with a creative production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dance movements during the music video shoot

• Follow direction from the director and production crew

• Maintain high energy and engaging on-camera presence

• Collaborate with other performers during filming

Requirements

• Comfortable dancing and performing on camera

• Strong confidence and stage presence

• Ability to follow choreography or freestyle dance movements

• Professional attitude and reliability on set

Compensation

• $150 for approximately 3 hours of work

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking real individuals with red-green color blindness to appear in an upcoming advertising campaign. Casting directors are looking for men and women ages 21 and older from all ethnic backgrounds who speak English and are comfortable appearing on camera. This opportunity is ideal for authentic talent interested in participating in a commercial shoot while helping bring real-life experiences to screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot as on-screen talent

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Represent authentic experiences related to red-green color blindness

• Arrive on set prepared and maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Men and women ages 21 and older

• Must have red-green color blindness

• Must be able to speak English

• Open to individuals of all ethnicities

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production

Compensation

• $750 for participation in the commercial shoot

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PRODUCER / EDITOR

WJZ-TV in Baltimore, MD is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking News Producer Editor who is curious, collaborative, and highly adaptable. We’re searching for a true Swiss Army knife—someone who’s expertise and passion for news production to build both engaging content and newscasts that captivates our audiences on multiple platforms working with both Creative Services and News.
We’re seeking a creative storyteller with a strong understanding of the news cycle and a proven ability to write engaging content for on-air broadcasts. The ideal candidate will also drive marketing strategies that showcase WJZ’s energy, credibility, and deep connection to the community. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in growing and engaging our audience by producing compelling content across multiple platforms

WJZ is a fast-paced, people-first newsroom, so we’re looking for someone with strong communication skills, smart editorial instincts, understanding of standards and practices and a team-first mindset—someone who thrives on collaboration, brings fresh ideas to the table and can jump in wherever they’re needed to help tell the story.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Work collaboratively with Creative Services and News to market brand and content in linear, digital and social platforms.
•    Write stories for newscasts and teases, create graphics, build and booth live shows.
•    Design and produce promotional assets using Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop).
•    Manage multiple projects at once while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high production standards.
•    Work both independently and collaboratively with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
•    3-5 years of experience as a writer/producer/editor.
•    Adept conversational writing skills, enabling you to build engaging and relatable news content.
•    Knowledge of iNews rundown systems and Grass Valley Stratus, and Edius editing solutions preferred.
•    Proven proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop.
•    Solid understanding of brand marketing and audience development.
•    Familiarity with graphic design fundamentals.
•    Strong attention to detail, ensuring the highest quality standards in every aspect of news production.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000.00 – 70,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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