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Crime Scene/Bonfire Friend Extras (18–Early 20s) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for Crime Scene/Bonfire Friend Extras. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, focused on natural, believable reactions and authentic “friend group” energy on camera. Production is seeking a variety of looks in the late teens to early 20s range. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a friend extra in crime scene and bonfire-related reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, background action, and continuity

• Maintain professional behavior on set and adjust performance as directed

Requirements

• Ages 18–early 20s

• Variety of looks encouraged

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Lineup Friends (18–Early 20s) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for Lineup Friends. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, and the scene involves a questioning/lineup-style montage. Production is seeking a variety of looks within the late teens to early 20s range who can deliver natural, believable reactions on camera. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a friend in a questioning/lineup montage (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for staging, timing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence and take adjustments quickly

Requirements

• Ages 18–early 20s

• Variety of looks encouraged

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available Thursday morning for the montage scene

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Lindsey (Friend) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for the role of Lindsey, a friend character featured in a single-scene reenactment. This is a true crime recreation project with no scripted audio, so production is looking for a natural on-camera presence that matches the requested look. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Lindsey” in a true crime recreation scene (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for reactions, blocking, and continuity

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain professional set etiquette

Requirements

• White female, late teens to early 20s

• Super long, very blonde/almost white hair

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available Thursday around 10am (1 scene)

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

• Include height/weight and city/state location (and any conflicts)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Volunteer Firefighter (Male) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for a Volunteer Firefighter role. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, so the performance is driven by realism, believable reactions, and strong on-camera presence. This is a paid local-hire opportunity (no travel, lodging, or per diem), ideal for actors who can portray an authentic firefighter look in recreation scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a volunteer firefighter in true crime recreation scenes (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for blocking, emergency-action beats, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence on set

• Be prepared to work within a dramatic reenactment environment

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–40s

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available for the estimated call time: Tuesday around 1:30pm

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take them)

• Include height/weight, city/state, and any schedule conflicts (agency info optional)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Job Description
A film project is casting in Atlanta, Georgia for a church scene. Background extras are needed who can arrive camera-ready in appropriate church attire for a professional set environment. The production is also seeking musicians to appear on camera as a drummer and organist, bringing authentic performance energy to the church setting. This is a great opportunity for talent looking for Atlanta casting calls, film extras work, and featured music-related roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray churchgoers as background talent in a film scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a respectful, professional presence for a church-based setting

• For musician roles, perform naturally on camera as a drummer or organist as directed

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Atlanta, GA as a local/self-report hire

• Background extras must have church-appropriate attire

• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction on set

• For musician roles, ability to play drums or organ is strongly preferred for authenticity

• Reliable availability for a shoot happening soon

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)

Prep School Students (Teen Look) – Background Actors (18+)

Job Description
A production is hiring background actors ages 18+ who can believably play prep school students (teen look). This is a great opportunity for NYC-area talent looking for paid extra work and on-camera background roles in a school setting. Work takes place in Staten Island, with transportation provided from NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a prep school student in background scenes with natural, believable reactions.

• Follow on-set direction from the AD team (marking, resets, continuity).

• Arrive camera-ready with a neat, student-appropriate look and a professional attitude.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ and able to convincingly look like a teenager.

• Must be comfortable working as background talent in a school/prep environment.

• Must be local to NYC/Staten Island area (transportation provided from NYC).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well on set.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224/8 (overtime after 8 hours).

• Non-Union: $181.50/10 (overtime after 10 hours).

Detective 1 (White Female, Blonde Hair) for True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN)

Job Description
A network true crime recreation series is casting non-union talent to portray Detective 1 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This on-camera role is for a white female with blonde hair who can closely match the reference hairstyle/photo and portray law enforcement comfortably and believably. Filming is scheduled across two days with a paid rate and hotel included, making this a strong opportunity for talent who can self-report to Knoxville and deliver a professional, grounded performance in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective/law enforcement professional in true crime recreation scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, investigative action, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout filming

• Work comfortably in emotionally serious reenactment scenarios

Requirements

• White female, blonde hair (must resemble the hair in the reference photo)

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement on camera

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

• Able to provide current photos (shoulders-up and full body)

• Provide height/weight and city/state location for casting consideration

Compensation

• $150 per day

Lead Detective Role for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for a Lead Detective role. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, and filming is scheduled during the December 9–11 window. Production is seeking someone who loosely resembles the reference photo and can portray a credible lead detective presence on camera. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or per diem.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead detective in true crime recreation scenes (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for blocking, investigative action, and continuity

• Maintain a professional on-set attitude and arrive camera-ready

• Be available for the full filming window needed for the role

Requirements

• Non-union talent, local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must loosely resemble the reference photo provided by casting

Compensation

• $150 per day (paid non-union)

LACY Role for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for the role of Lacy. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, filming during the December 9–11 window. Production is seeking someone who loosely resembles the reference look and preferably has blonde highlights. This is a paid, local-hire on-camera opportunity (no travel, lodging, or per diem).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Lacy” in true crime recreation scenes (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for blocking, reactions, and continuity across takes

• Maintain professional behavior on set and arrive camera-ready

• Work comfortably in a dramatic reenactment environment

Requirements

• Non-union talent, local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Role: Lacy — should loosely resemble the reference look

• Preferably has blonde highlights

Compensation

• $125 per day (paid non-union)

Oxygen Network True Crime Series Background Role (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for a featured background role. This production is unscripted (no scripted audio) and will film during the December 9–11 window. The role requires a tall, built look and comfort working in scenes with implied cigarette smoking and scripted violence. This is a paid on-camera opportunity for local talent who can self-report.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in true crime recreation scenes (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for blocking, reactions, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional on-set attitude and arrive camera-ready

• Work comfortably in scenes that include implied smoking and scripted violence

Requirements

• Non-union talent, local to the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or per diem)

• Role: Perp — should be tall and built

• Must be available for the required filming days (role needed Wednesday and Thursday)

• Comfortable with implied cigarette smoking and scripted violence

• Able to submit 2 photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; taken by someone else)

• Include height/weight, location/city/state, and schedule conflicts in submission

Compensation

• $150 per day (paid non-union)