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Neighbor Reenactment Role for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment project is casting a Neighbor for a scripted scene involving violence and murder content. This paid role is ideal for talent who can deliver natural, realistic reactions in tense situations and follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity. The Neighbor helps build the realism of the scene with authentic presence and believable emotional response.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in a scripted true crime reenactment scene

• Deliver natural reactions that support the story’s tension and urgency

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

• Maintain a professional attitude while working with intense subject matter

Requirements

• Male or female talent, open ethnicity

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Able to take direction and stay consistent during multiple takes

• Available for studio filming (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $75/day flat rate

Karen Reenactment Role for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment project is seeking a Karen role for a scripted scene involving violence and murder content. This paid role is for female talent who can deliver believable, grounded reactions in intense moments and maintain continuity across multiple takes. Karen appears in a scene tied to a shooting, helping bring realism and emotional weight to the reenactment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Karen in a scripted true crime reenactment scene

• Deliver authentic emotional reactions that match the tone of the story

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Stay professional and focused while working with intense subject matter

Requirements

• Female talent, 30s–40s

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Strong on-camera presence with natural reactions and listening skills

• Available for studio filming (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate

Sara Reenactment Role for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime reenactment project is casting Sara, a paid role in a scripted scene involving violence and murder content. Sara is a white female in her 40s with curly hair (shoulder-length or shorter; hair color flexible). This role is ideal for talent who can deliver natural, believable reactions in intense moments and stay consistent across multiple takes while following on-set direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Sara in a scripted true crime reenactment scene

• Deliver authentic emotional reactions appropriate to a high-stakes storyline

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

• Maintain professionalism while working with intense subject matter

Requirements

• White female, 40s

• Curly hair, shoulder-length or shorter (hair color not specific)

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Able to take direction and keep performance consistent across takes

• Available for studio filming (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate

Good Company Commercial Casting New Face Black Male 18–24

Job Description
A paid commercial project is seeking a new face Black male performer for a featured on-camera role. Casting is looking for talent ages 18–24 with a clean-shaven look and a natural, confident presence. This is a great opportunity for fresh commercial talent who can follow direction, stay professional on set, and deliver authentic reactions. You must be available for both scheduled work days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial production as featured talent

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and natural performance

• Maintain a clean, camera-ready appearance for continuity

• Arrive on time and work professionally through a full shoot day

Requirements

• Black male, 18–24

• Clean-shaven

• Must be a new face (limited or no prior commercial/on-camera work preferred)

• Must be available for both scheduled production days

• Able to work on set in a studio/interior environment

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Forensic Investigator Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting paid background actors to portray forensic investigators/CSI who will recur throughout the series. This is a great opportunity for talent who can look professional on camera, take direction quickly, and bring believable “on the job” energy to crime-scene environments. Those with real-world forensic, medical, law enforcement, or set experience are encouraged to apply, but it’s not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI/forensic investigator in crime-scene and procedural-style scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes

• Perform realistic on-camera business (observing, documenting, moving with purpose)

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance suitable for a procedural series

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25+

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable working around simulated crime-scene content

• Able to take direction and stay consistent for recurring background work

• Experience in forensics, medical, law enforcement, or production is a plus

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

Detective Ritz True Crime Reenactment Role

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting Detective Ritz, a featured reenactment role. This character is a white male in his early 30s at the time of the crime and must be comfortable performing scripted violence and murder content. The production is looking for talent who can portray a younger version of the detective with believable authority, calm intensity, and professional investigative presence on camera. Filming takes place in a studio setting, with select roles potentially working one or both shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Ritz in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Deliver realistic investigative behavior, reactions, and scene continuity

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and camera positioning

• Maintain a professional, authoritative on-camera presence in intense subject matter

Requirements

• White male, early 30s (to portray the detective at the time of the crime)

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Able to portray a “younger version” of the character with strong physical and facial match potential

• Reliable, directable, and consistent across takes

• Available for studio filming (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $150/day flat rate

• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided

Brian Accused True Crime Reenactment Role

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting Brian, the accused in a featured reenactment role. This character is a white male in his 30s with brown hair and a mullet, and must closely resemble the reference look. The role involves scripted violence and murder content, so talent must be comfortable working with intense subject matter. Casting is seeking performers who can deliver grounded, believable reactions and maintain continuity across multiple takes in a studio reenactment environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brian (accused) in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Deliver realistic emotional reactions and character behavior under pressure

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

• Maintain the required look (including hair style) for the duration of filming

Requirements

• White male, 30s

• Brown hair with a mullet (or able to match the look)

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Must closely resemble the reference look for the role

• Available for studio filming in Knoxville, TN (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $150/day

Real Couples to Portray High School Party Students Kissing Couple Roles

Job Description
A hit television series is casting real couples to portray high school students at a party for upcoming fall-season scenes. This is a paid background opportunity for non-union talent ages 18+ who can look younger and feel comfortable performing light intimacy on camera as a “kissing couple” in a party environment. Scenes will film both indoors and outdoors, and selected couples will attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot. Transportation may be provided from Manhattan to the filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school partygoers as a real couple in background scenes

• Perform on-camera kissing and couple interactions naturally and professionally

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during party scene coverage

• Attend a costume fitting and maintain wardrobe continuity for filming

Requirements

• Real couples only

• Must be 18+ and able to look younger to portray high school students

• Non-union talent

• Comfortable with on-camera kissing and party scene atmosphere (interior/exterior)

• Available for fitting and filming days (details shared upon selection)

• Able to work as a local hire in the NYC area

Compensation

• Non-union background rate: $181.50 for up to 10 hours (overtime after)

• Paid fitting (details provided upon selection)

• Transportation may be available from Manhattan (details shared upon booking)

Ben True Crime Reenactment Role

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting Ben, a featured reenactment role. Ben is a white male in his late 20s to early 30s with dark hair. This role involves scripted violence and murder content, so talent must be comfortable working with intense subject matter. Casting is looking for performers who can deliver grounded, believable reactions and closely match the required look for authenticity in the reenactment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ben in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Deliver realistic emotional reactions that support the story

• Maintain the required look and on-camera consistency throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, late 20s–early 30s

• Dark hair

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content

• Must closely resemble the reference look for the role

• Available for studio filming in Knoxville, TN (details shared upon selection)

Compensation

• $125/day flat rate

Stand In Casting Latina or African American Female Light Complexion

Job Description
A production is seeking a stand-in for lighting and camera blocking. This paid opportunity is for local talent in the Chicago area (including suburbs and nearby border states to Illinois). Casting is looking for a Latina or African American female with a light complexion, dark hair, and a specific size match to the principal actor. Stand-ins help the crew set shots efficiently, so reliability, patience, and comfort being on set for long periods are key.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the principal actor during lighting, camera setup, and blocking

• Match the actor’s positioning and marks for technical rehearsals

• Follow direction from the crew quickly and remain consistent for continuity

• Be available on set for extended periods as setups change throughout the day

Requirements

• Latina or African American female with light complexion

• Dark hair

• Age range 20s to 40s

• Approximately 5’2″ to 5’4″

• Around 100–125 lbs

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Chicago area / IL region

• Prior stand-in or background experience is a plus (not required)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate shared upon selection)