Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Upscale Restaurant Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting background talent to portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, and restaurant staff in Nashville. Production is looking for a stylish, modern, “SoHo House” type vibe—hip, polished, and camera-ready. Talent must be flexible with timing, as call time may not be released until the afternoon prior, and you must be able to commit to being on set for an extended work window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale restaurant patrons, servers, or staff in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes in a busy restaurant environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for a full-day filming schedule

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20–55

• Must be a Nashville, TN local hire

• Upscale, hip, modern look (SoHo House style)

• Must be able to work a 12+ hour day if needed

• Must be available regardless of call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $150 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half)

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

College-Age Background Talent for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial is casting college-age background talent for an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for a variety of fresh, natural types, and is especially interested in talent who can play or realistically handle an instrument. This is a paid background opportunity with a full-day rate.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college-age background characters in commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain camera-ready on set

• If applicable, handle or perform with an instrument naturally on camera

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (college-age range)

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Instrument skills are a plus (let production know what you play)

• Must be available for a weekday commercial shoot

Compensation

• $250 for 8 hours

• Paid national commercial background role

African American Boy Photo Double Casting

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American boy to work as a paid photo double. Talent should match specific physical specs, including a dark skin tone, and be comfortable working on set for a full day. This is a great opportunity for young performers who can follow direction and maintain continuity for camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a child actor in on-camera scenes

• Match positioning and continuity requirements as directed by production

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Remain available for a full workday on set

Requirements

• African American boy with dark skin tone

• Must match the following specs as closely as possible:

  • Height: 4’5″

  • Weight: 81 lbs

  • Size: 10

  • Shirt: Medium

  • Shoe size: 4

• Must be able to work in the Oxford (near Covington) area

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• $20 gas bump

Church Band Musicians for TV Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking musicians to portray a church band in a scene. Talent will pantomime playing instruments on camera, so performers should look comfortable holding and handling their instrument naturally. This is a paid background opportunity filming in the Lawrenceville, Georgia area.

Job Responsibilities

• Pantomime playing instruments on camera as part of a church band

• Follow direction from the production team for timing and movement

• Maintain continuity across takes while performing with the group

• Arrive on time with a professional, camera-ready attitude

Requirements

• Caucasian performers (per storyline requirements)

• Must be comfortable pantomiming as a band musician on camera

• Roles needed:

  • Electric guitar player

  • Electric bass player

  • Electric organ player

  • Tambourine player

• Must be able to work locally in Lawrenceville, GA

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• $35 prop bump for guitar and bass

• $10 prop bump for tambourine

• $20 gas bump for all

Dubai-Based Dancers for Launch Event

Job Description
A major launch event is seeking Dubai-based male and female dancers for a high-profile live performance. This is a great opportunity for professional dancers with strong stage presence, polished technique, and the ability to deliver high-energy choreography for an event audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed routines for a live launch event

• Attend rehearsals fully prepared and ready to learn/clean choreography

• Follow direction from the choreographer and production team

• Maintain performance quality, stamina, and professionalism throughout rehearsals and show day

Requirements

• Male and female dancers

• Must be Dubai-based

• Strong performance ability and stage presence

• Must have performance reel and CV available

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed)

• Professional live event performance credit

Travel App Commercial Casting for Real Couples

Job Description
A travel app commercial is seeking real, fun-loving couples in their 50s for a paid on-camera shoot. This project will feature energetic, adventurous couples enjoying travel experiences, including ocean moments, so talent should be confident swimmers and comfortable jumping into the sea. This is a great opportunity for couples who love travel and can bring authentic chemistry on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real couple in lifestyle travel commercial scenes

• Participate in water-based moments, including entering the sea

• Follow direction from the director and production team for natural, upbeat performances

• Maintain a positive, energetic presence throughout filming days

Requirements

• Real couples in their 50s

• All ethnicities, genders, and couple types encouraged to apply

• Confident swimmers

• Comfortable jumping into the sea

• Energetic, adventurous, and camera-friendly

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (exact rate not listed)

• Commercial filming role for a travel app campaign

Paid Family Modeling Casting Call

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign is casting Miami-area families and babies for an upcoming family-focused shoot. This opportunity is seeking same-sex families, Hispanic families, and Asian families with young children for lifestyle scenes. Talent should feel comfortable being filmed or photographed on set in a natural, everyday family setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a family photo/video shoot for a commercial campaign

• Follow simple on-set direction for natural lifestyle moments

• Work comfortably with a child/baby in a supervised set environment

• Maintain a positive, professional attitude throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Must be in the Miami, Florida area (and surrounding areas)

• Casting is looking for:

  • Kids ages 7–8

  • Babies 6–9 months old

  • Kids who wear size 3T

  • Same-sex families with young children

  • Hispanic and Asian families with kids and/or babies

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed)

Asian Male Cook for TV Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking an Asian male performer with real chef or cook experience for a background role in a kitchen scene. This role is a great fit for talent who can confidently handle kitchen prep and knife work on camera, bringing authentic culinary movement and professional kitchen presence to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a cook/chef in an interior kitchen scene as background talent

• Perform natural kitchen prep actions, including safe knife handling

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a full day on set

Requirements

• Asian male talent

• Real chef/cook experience strongly preferred

• Comfortable with kitchen prep and knife skills on camera

• Must be able to provide clear photos of hands, back, and front as requested for consideration

• Open to union and non-union talent

Compensation

• $379.25 for 8 hours

• $68.50/hour overtime (if applicable)

Male and Female Bowlers Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking male and female bowlers to appear as background talent in a bowling scene. This role requires performers who know how to bowl and can bring a natural, believable presence to a league-style setting. This is a paid background opportunity for Atlanta-area locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bowler in a background scene for a TV series

• Bowl comfortably on camera and follow production direction

• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming

• Be available for a full day on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–70

• Must have bowling experience (not required to be professional)

• Should know proper bowling form and etiquette

• No visible tattoos unless able to sign a tattoo release form

• Must be a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)