Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Extras for TV/Film Project

Job Description
A production is seeking a variety of background extras for an upcoming shoot. This project is perfect for individuals who enjoy being part of dynamic crowd scenes and can bring authenticity to a range of roles, from pedestrians to character-specific types. Talent will participate in exterior scenes and contribute to creating a realistic environment for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as assigned background characters

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain professionalism during early call times and long periods on set

• Contribute to natural, believable background action

Requirements

• Non-union and AABP members only

• Pedestrians: adults 18+

• Kids: ages 8–10 (two or three should be Black)

• Church volunteers: adults 18+, mostly Black

• Parolee & gang member types: ages 20–50, various looks; no specific appearance required

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be available for a half-day exterior shoot

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Rate and details provided upon selection

Non-Union Reenactment Actor (Male) for True Crime Series Role “Josh”

Job Description
A new true crime recreation series is casting a featured reenactment role for an upcoming cable network production. This non-union casting opportunity seeks a white male actor, ages 18 to early 30s, with a large, fully muscular build to portray “Josh” in dramatized crime reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Filming will take place in the Knoxville, Tennessee area in early December 2025. Please note: this role is connected to murder-related content and includes handling a non-firing prop weapon.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the featured reenactment role “Josh” in true crime recreation scenes (no dialogue/audio)

• Perform physical actions such as walking, kneeling, and standing for extended periods

• Safely work with production blocking and a non-firing prop weapon as directed

• Maintain continuity and follow on-set direction in a professional, production-ready manner

Requirements

• White male, ages 18–early 30s

• Large/fully muscular build (production is seeking a steroid-implied look for the role)

• Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and handle physically demanding movements

• Comfortable participating in murder-related reenactment content

• Available to work locally in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends provided)

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $150/day day rate

Miami Swimwear Fitness & Recreation Commercial – Swimmers (Adults & Kids)

Job Description
A swimwear-focused fitness and recreation campaign is seeking confident swimmers for a Miami-based shoot featuring pool and beach lifestyle scenes. Talent must work as local hires (no travel provided) and must be truly comfortable swimming in and around bodies of water. Wardrobe fit is essential, so applicants should match the listed sizes closely.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in swimwear for fitness and recreation scenes

• Swim confidently in pools and open-water/beach environments as directed

• Take direction quickly and repeat actions for multiple takes and continuity

• Attend fittings as required and maintain a clean, camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• Must be a competent swimmer and comfortable in and around water

• Must work as a local hire in Miami (no travel)

• Fit, athletic, or everyday healthy body types encouraged; diversity welcome across hair, skin tone, and personal style

• Adult talent (swimwear/fitness & recreation):

  • Women sample size: US 6 / 34 / Medium

  • Men sample size: 32″ waist / Medium

  • Adult age range requested: 20–30 (some specs may also request mid-30s)

  • Additional spec: man or woman with afro hair (as requested)

• Kids talent (recreation):

  • Confident, playful, expressive; must love the beach

  • Boys sample sizes: S–M (8–10 kids sizes)

  • Girls sample sizes: XXS–XS (5–6 kids sizes)

  • Age ranges requested: 6–8 and 12–14

Compensation

• Adults: $2,000 per 10-hour session (includes fittings and usage), minus 20% agency fee

• Minors: $600 session rate (includes fittings) + $600 usage fee, minus 20% agency fee

Influencer & Host Casting for NYC Home Makeover Web Series

Job Description
A new home-makeover web series is now casting NYC-area creators and on-camera talent with big personalities, strong on-screen presence, and high energy. Production is seeking influencers who love being on camera and can help deliver fun, engaging makeover content. Opportunities include appearing as an influencer participant and being considered as a series host—the face guiding each makeover episode.

Job Responsibilities

• Create natural, high-energy on-camera moments for a home makeover web series

• Collaborate with a creative production team during filming and episodic shoots

• For host consideration: guide each makeover, connect with participants, and drive the episode narrative

• Maintain a friendly, professional presence that translates well to digital audiences

Requirements

• Must live in the NYC area (local talent only)

• Influencer applicants should have 50K+ followers

• Fun, outgoing personality with strong energy on camera

• Comfortable being filmed for digital content and participating in makeover-style episodes

• For host consideration: confident, friendly, great with people, and able to lead on camera

Compensation

• On-camera exposure and creator growth opportunity through a digital web series

Dancing Couples (Ages 50–65) for Financial Commercial

Job Description
A fun financial institution commercial is casting real couples ages 50–65 who love to dance and feel comfortable on camera. This is a non-union commercial casting opportunity for outgoing partners who can be filmed and potentially interviewed as part of a lively, feel-good shoot. Talent must be based in the Greater Toronto Area and able to work locally in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real couple in a financial commercial

• Dance naturally and confidently for lifestyle-style scenes

• Participate in light on-camera interview moments if requested

• Attend a brief wardrobe appointment and follow production direction on set

Requirements

• Real couples, ages 50–65

• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area (local hire; filming in Toronto)

• Comfortable being filmed and interviewed

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Non-union talent

• Must be available for a wardrobe appointment and one potential filming day within the production window

Compensation

• Wardrobe appointment: $75 per person (approx. 2 hours)

• Filming day: $600 per person (one day)

• If featured in the final commercial: additional $1,500–$3,000 per person (usage/likeness)

Non-Union Featured Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting non-union featured background talent for an upcoming shoot in Nashville. Production is seeking a range of ages for on-camera background roles, and selections will be made by the director. This is a local hire opportunity, and talent must be able to hold a full day even if the final call time is confirmed later.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured background in scripted TV scenes

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

• Maintain a natural on-set presence while staying camera-ready between setups

• Remain available for the full day due to variable call times

Requirements

• Local hire in Nashville (no travel or lodging provided)

• Non-union talent

• Must be available for a full-day hold (call time may be provided the afternoon prior)

• Roles needed:

  • Boys or girls ages 11–12

  • Boys or girls ages 15–16

  • Women ages 65–72

  • Women ages 40–45

  • Men ages 40–45

Compensation

• $100 / 8 hours (approx. $12.50/hr) with 8-hour guarantee

Detective Extra #1 (Male, 35–50) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a detective background role for reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking male talent ages 35–50 with a fit build who can work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This is a great opportunity for performers who can take direction well, hit marks, and maintain continuity in crime recreation storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Maintain a professional on-set presence and stay camera-ready between setups

• Work comfortably in a production environment with realistic crime scene action

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–50

• Fit build

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work locally in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

• Reliable availability for the required production days (may be one or multiple days)

Compensation

• $125/day

Trucker (White Male) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a “Trucker” suspect role for reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking a white male with an intimidating presence and a distinctive look—facial hair encouraged, with long hair or an interesting, rugged vibe. This on-camera reenactment role includes tobacco-chewing content, so applicants must be comfortable portraying that action. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a trucker suspect in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Perform on-camera actions as directed, including tobacco-chewing portrayal

• Maintain a consistent look and professional set etiquette throughout filming

Requirements

• White male talent

• Intimidating build/features; beard or facial hair preferred

• Long hair or an interesting, rugged look is a plus

• Comfortable with tobacco-chewing content on camera (portrayal required)

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day

Bank Tellers (Female, 40s–60s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting female background actors to portray bank tellers in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is seeking talent ages 40s–60s who can deliver natural, believable workplace reactions and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bank teller in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence while working around a full crew

• React naturally in background action to support scene realism

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 40s–60s

• Comfortable working on camera in a true crime reenactment setting

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $100/day

Firefighters (Male, 20s–40s) – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series is casting male background actors to portray firefighters in reenactment scenes (no scripted audio). Production is looking for talent in their 20s–40s who can take direction well, move naturally in uniformed action, and help create realistic emergency-response moments on camera. Local hire only in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in non-speaking true crime reenactment scenes

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

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence while working around crew and equipment

• Perform light physical action as needed for emergency-response staging

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Comfortable working on camera in a true crime reenactment setting

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area (no travel, lodging, or stipends)

Compensation

• $75/day