Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Real Family Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real families to appear together in lifestyle restaurant scenes. Production is looking for genuine family units with natural chemistry and distinctive shared features.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real family in a restaurant setting

• Interact naturally with family members during filming

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Real families with children ages 5–55 (parents included)

• All ethnicities welcome

• Families with 4+ kids are a bonus

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate per person for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500–$750 if featured (not guaranteed)

Experienced Driver Background Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking experienced drivers to portray confident everyday drivers. This role is ideal for talent comfortable behind the wheel and able to perform natural driving actions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident driver in commercial scenes

• Follow direction for parking and driving setups

• Maintain safety awareness and professionalism

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male or female talent, ages 25–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Confident, experienced driver (not a stunt role)

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade of $500 if featured (not guaranteed)

Server Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a female performer to portray a friendly restaurant server. This role requires a warm smile, approachable demeanor, and a genuine Southern hospitality vibe. A real Southern accent is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant server in a commercial scene

• Deliver natural interaction and welcoming energy

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 50–65

• All ethnicities welcome

• Warm, kind face with a genuine smile

• Southern accent a plus if natural

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500–$750 additional if featured or speaking

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Porch Guy Featured Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a male performer to portray a friendly, down-to-earth porch local. This role calls for a warm, approachable presence with a natural, everyday look. Talent may be upgraded to featured or speaking depending on scene usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a welcoming porch character in a commercial scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Bring a relaxed, genuine presence on camera

• Remain available for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Down-home, warm, kind face; everyday local look

• Must be a Nashville, TN area local hire

Compensation

• $250 base rate for up to 12 hours

• Possible upgrade:

  • $500 additional if featured (non-speaking)

  • $750 additional if featured with dialogue

• Upgrade not guaranteed

Commercial Casting Call for People With Rockstar Names

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking everyday people who share the same name (or a very similar name) as a famous rock star. This casting is looking for real individuals whose names match iconic musicians, creating a fun, relatable concept for an upcoming TV commercial. If your name mirrors a well-known rock artist, this is a great chance to be featured on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial concept built around your real name

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Bring a natural, confident presence with authentic personality

• Participate in simple on-camera moments and reactions as needed

Requirements

• Must have the same name as a rock star (or a very close variation)

• All genders, backgrounds, and ages welcome

• Comfortable being on camera for a commercial production

• Able to provide your legal name details for verification if requested

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed)

Male Ballet Dancers for Film/TV Production

Job Description
A scripted production is casting trained male ballet dancers to portray featured dancer roles. This opportunity is ideal for performers with strong classical technique who can bring authentic movement and stage presence to camera. Roles will portray characters in the late teens through mid-20s range, so talent should be comfortable playing within that age range.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform ballet choreography on camera with strong technique and control

• Take direction from the choreographer and production team

• Maintain performance consistency across multiple takes

• Bring believable character presence while dancing in scripted scenes

Requirements

• Male ballet dancers with formal training

• Must be comfortable portraying late teens to mid-20s

• Must be able to work in the New Orleans area

• If under 18, must have parent/legal guardian consent to apply

• Professional, reliable, and camera-ready

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA scale (if applicable)

• Filming date TBD (late February/March timeframe)

First Nations Male Talent for TV Commercial

Job Description
A paid TV commercial focused on retirement planning is seeking a Sydney-based First Nations man for a featured on-camera role. This is a non-speaking opportunity, but talent must be confident on camera and able to convey natural emotion and presence. No previous acting experience is required, though any experience is welcomed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a TV commercial as a featured character

• Follow direction from the director and production team on set

• Deliver natural, confident performance without dialogue

• Maintain professionalism and continuity across takes

Requirements

• First Nations male talent, ages 50–65

• Must be Sydney-based (or able to work locally in Sydney)

• No speaking required, but must be confident on camera

• No previous acting experience required (experience is a plus)

Compensation

• Paid role up to $7,000 (for the selected talent)

High School Football Players for Commercial Background Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking male talent to portray high school football players in a paid background role. This opportunity is perfect for performers who are comfortable playing football on camera and can bring authentic athlete energy to a fast-paced set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school football player in commercial scenes

• Participate in light football action and on-field movement as directed

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared, professional, and available for full filming days

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 15–20

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be comfortable playing football on camera

• Must be able to work locally in Austin, Texas

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• Paid commercial background booking