Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Athletic Male Background Actor

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for Texas residents to appear in an upcoming production filming in Midlothian, Texas. Casting directors are seeking men with athletic builds and olive to deep skin tones, with full beards preferred, to portray featured background characters. This is an excellent opportunity for local actors looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background character in a film or television production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.
• Be available for all scheduled filming days.

Requirements

• Male talent with an athletic build.
• Olive to deep skin tones.
• Full beard preferred.
• Must be a Texas resident.
• Available to film in Midlothian, Texas.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours of work.

Female Police Officer Background Actor for TV Series

Job Description

A hit television drama is seeking non-union female background actors to join the core Nashville Police Department team for an ongoing television production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. This recurring background acting opportunity is ideal for physically fit performers who can consistently portray police officers throughout the season. Local hires are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Nashville Police Department officer as a recurring background actor.
• Maintain continuity in appearance and performance across multiple filming days.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Work professionally in a fast-paced television production environment.

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–45.
• Physically fit with a strong, athletic build.
• Able to portray a believable police officer.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Available for recurring background work throughout the season.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate not specified).

Teen Son Actor for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a teen actor to portray the son of a featured character in an upcoming network television production filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for talent who closely resembles the reference character and can match the required hairstyle. This paid acting opportunity may require one or two filming days, and applicants should be comfortable performing in scenes involving murder-related content. A legal guardian must be present on set throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of a teenage son in a true crime recreation series.
• Match the required character appearance, including hairstyle.
• Perform naturally in dramatic scenes involving crime-related subject matter.
• Be available for one or two filming days as needed.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Teen actor who closely resembles the reference character.
• Must be able to match the required hairstyle.
• Comfortable appearing in scenes involving murder-related content.
• A legal guardian must be present on set during filming.
• Available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day
• Hotel accommodations provided

Job Description:

BAFTA-winning Des Hamilton Casting is searching for a young actress to play the lead role in an upcoming paid short film directed by award-winning filmmaker and photographer Renee Maria Osubu. No previous acting experience is required. The casting team is particularly interested in hearing from children whose lives have been shaped by migration, relocation, or seeking refuge.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character in a short film.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as directed.
• Work collaboratively with the production team and parent or guardian.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 9–12.
• Must have Middle Eastern or West African heritage.
• English should be your second or additional language.
• Should not have a British accent.
• Lived experience of migration, relocation, or seeking refuge is welcomed.
• Applications must be submitted by a parent or guardian.

Compensation:

• Paid.

Job Description:

Chicago Fire Extras is casting an African American male stand-in for the hit television series Chicago Fire. Production is seeking talent who closely matches the featured actor’s height, weight, complexion, and appearance. Filming will take place in the Chicago area, with work beginning on the first episodes of the season and continuing for approximately three months.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting, camera blocking, and rehearsals.
• Be available for scheduled filming days and potential ongoing work.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.

Requirements:

• African American male.
• Ages 20s–40s.
• Medium to light skin tone.
• Dark hair.

Compensation:

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Lunch provided.

Job Description:

Big Picture Casting is seeking real registered Georgia organ donors ages 18–25 and their real parent or grandparent for a paid, non-union campaign filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The campaign will feature authentic stories about organ donation and how it has impacted families. Selected participants will attend a virtual callback before filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a paid non-union campaign.
• Share your real-life experience with organ donation alongside your parent or grandparent.
• Attend a virtual callback if selected.

Requirements:

• Registered Georgia organ donor.
• Ages 18–25.
• African American male or female.
• Must apply with your real parent or grandparent.
• Must be willing to discuss your family’s organ donation experience.

Compensation:

• Paid (rate not disclosed).

Head Researcher Casting Call for Video Game Immersive Experience

Job Description

A non-union immersive video game production is seeking a talented actress to portray the Head Researcher of a monster facility. This paid acting opportunity is looking for a woman of Asian or mixed Asian descent with strong English fluency to bring intelligence, authority, and authenticity to this key character. Filming will take place in Montreal during October and December.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the Head Researcher in an immersive video game experience
• Deliver a compelling on-camera performance
• Collaborate with the creative team during production
• Follow direction to bring the character to life

Requirements

• Woman, ages 25–38
• Asian descent or mixed Asian heritage
• Height between 5’0″ and 5’7″
• Fluent in English
• Available to film in Montreal during October and December

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

Recurring Stand-In Casting Call for TV Pilot

Job Description

A television pilot is seeking a recurring female stand-in for Saltwater. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for performers who closely match the featured actor’s physical appearance. Filming will take place in the Kure Beach and Southport, North Carolina area, with multiple workdays and the potential for additional filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a recurring stand-in during production
• Match the principal actor for lighting, camera setup, and rehearsals
• Follow direction from the production crew
• Maintain consistency throughout multiple filming days

Requirements

• Female
• Ethnically ambiguous appearance
• Dark brunette hair
• Ideally 18 years or older (qualified minors may also be considered)
• Height between 5’3″ and 5’5″
• Must closely match the actor’s physical appearance
• Available for recurring filming in the Kure Beach and Southport, North Carolina area
• Able to work extended production days when needed

Compensation

• $143 guaranteed for 10 hours
• Time-and-a-half pay after 10 hours

Job Description:

Jupiter Casting is seeking an actor to portray Agent Miller in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This role requires talent who closely matches the character description and is comfortable performing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content. There is no scripted dialogue for this production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of Agent Miller in a true crime recreation series.
• Perform in non-dialogue reenactment scenes.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Be comfortable appearing in scenes depicting scripted violence and murder-related content.

Requirements:

• White male, late 30s to early 40s.
• Bald with a mustache.
• Must resemble the provided reference photo.
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.

Compensation:

• $150 per day.

Job Description:

Boston Casting is seeking golfers ages 8–45 for a paid commercial project filming in Massachusetts. The production is looking for individuals with real golf experience who can authentically represent the sport on camera. Selected talent will film on one of two scheduled shoot dates in August.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear in a commercial project as a golfer.
• Demonstrate golf skills during filming.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements:

• Ages 8–45.
• Real golf experience required.

Compensation:

• $1,500