Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Black Yacht Weekend Model Casting Call

Job Description
A luxury summer fashion and lifestyle event in Nashville, Tennessee is now casting experienced models for Black Yacht Weekend 2026. Producers are seeking confident runway and swimwear models with strong stage presence to participate in one of the season’s most anticipated fashion and entertainment experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in runway and swimwear presentations
• Attend casting auditions and fittings as scheduled
• Represent the event brand with professionalism and confidence
• Work with creative directors and event staff during productions

Requirements

• Previous modeling experience is required
• Comfortable modeling swimwear and runway fashion
• Strong runway walk and stage presence preferred
• Must be available for auditions and event participation in Nashville, Tennessee
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

• Opportunity to participate in a major summer fashion event
• Networking exposure within the fashion and entertainment industry
• Professional runway and promotional experience

Job Description
A Nashville-area production is seeking two young girls for non-union featured background work on the project ThirstyGirl. Casting is looking for girls to portray sisters. Real sisters are encouraged to submit, but individual submissions are also welcome.

These roles will be selected by the Director.

Job Responsibilities

Portray sisters in featured background scenes for the production.

Follow direction from the Director and production team while on set.

Be available for the full 8-hour booking window, regardless of final call time.

Complete required I-9 verification on set.

Requirements

Female talent, ages 6–9.

Blonde or light brown hair.

Fair skin.

Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Real sisters are encouraged to submit, but individual submissions are accepted.

Minors under 6 years old cannot be considered.

Must be available regardless of call time.

Must be able to provide acceptable original I-9 documents.

Employer-specific nonimmigrant work visas sponsored by another employer or agent cannot be considered.

Production is unable to sponsor work visas.

To submit, email full name, height, location, cell number, age, and three current photos, including at least one full-body photo.

Photos must be current, with no filters, hats, or sunglasses, and must show current hairstyle and appearance.

Compensation Details
$100 for 8 hours. This includes an 8-hour guarantee at $12.50 per hour. Talent may not be needed for the full 8 hours but must be able to commit to the full booking window.

Job Description

The upcoming feature film The Unwelcomed is now casting for two remaining supporting roles in an emotionally driven drama centered around relationships, unresolved wounds, and community dynamics. Production is seeking talented actors to portray layered and emotionally complex characters in this heartfelt independent feature film.

Filming is scheduled to begin in early summer and continue through mid-fall across multiple locations in Kentucky and Tennessee.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally grounded supporting characters in a feature film
• Participate in auditions, rehearsals, and filming as scheduled
• Collaborate professionally with directors and fellow cast members
• Deliver authentic and nuanced dramatic performances
• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

Gary

• Male talent, mid-30s to early 40s
• Warm, approachable, and personable personality
• Ability to portray an observant, emotionally grounded character
• Comfortable portraying humor and emotional depth

Daniel

• Male talent, mid-30s to mid-40s
• Strong dramatic acting skills required
• Ability to portray emotionally restrained and thoughtful character traits
• Comfortable performing emotionally layered scenes

Compensation Details

• Compensation details not disclosed

EMT Background Actor Casting Call for “Scarpetta”

Job Description
The production Scarpetta is now casting a real EMT for a non-union background role filming in Nashville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking experienced emergency medical professionals to appear in realistic medical scenes for this 1990s-set project. This is a great opportunity for authentic talent with real-world EMT experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT in background scenes for the production
• Follow direction from the production and background teams
• Participate in realistic medical and emergency-related scenes
• Attend a required costume fitting before filming
• Maintain professionalism during long filming days

Requirements

• Must be a real EMT
• Male talent ages 25–55
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• No facial hair due to the project’s 1990s setting
• Must be available for the fitting and filming date
• Comfortable committing to 12+ hour production days if needed
• Must provide valid I-9 employment documentation
• No hats or sunglasses in submission photos

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half rate
• $30 fitting compensation
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity
• Professional film set experience

Background Talent Casting Call for “Thirstygirl” Project

Job Description
A non-union production filming in Nashville, Tennessee is now casting stylish background actors for the project Thirstygirl. Casting directors are seeking trendy men and women with a fashionable urban look to portray upscale New York City-style patrons in featured background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in nightlife and city-inspired scenes
• Follow direction from the production and background casting teams
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate in long filming days if needed
• Help create an authentic urban atmosphere on camera

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25–40
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must have a stylish, trendy, urban appearance
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• Must be available regardless of final call time
• Comfortable committing to 12+ hour production days if required
• No hats or sunglasses in submission photos
• Must provide valid I-9 employment documentation

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours
• Overtime paid after 8 hours at time-and-a-half rate
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set production experience

White Male Background Actors to Portray Drug Dealers

Job Description
A non-union television production filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area is now casting two white male background actors to portray drug dealers. This local hire opportunity is seeking new faces who can commit to both filming days for long production hours. Talent must be reliable, professional, and comfortable working on a scripted production set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray drug dealer characters in background scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Participate in long filming days as needed
• Maintain professionalism while on set
• Be available for both scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• White males ages 20–30
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area
• New faces preferred
• Must be available for both filming days
• Comfortable portraying scripted criminal characters
• Able to commit to long filming hours if required
• Reliable transportation and punctuality required

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours
• Professional on-set television production experience
• Opportunity to work with a production team in Nashville

Male Photo Double for TV Series

Job Description
A television series filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area is now casting a male photo double for a non-union background role. The production is seeking talent who closely matches the lead actor’s appearance, measurements, and overall look. This is a great opportunity for experienced background performers or new talent who fit the exact specifications for a featured photo double role.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for the production’s lead actor
• Match camera positions, lighting setups, and movement for scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity for filming sequences
• Remain available for long production days if needed

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–50
• Height between 6’0” and 6’3”
• Olive complexion with an Italian or Latino look
• Dark hair preferred, salt-and-pepper hair is a plus
• Waist size 32
• Large shirt size
• Jacket size 40–42 regular
• Shoe size no larger than 11
• Must closely resemble the actor’s appearance and measurements
• Must be local to Nashville, Franklin, Antioch, or surrounding Tennessee areas

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours guaranteed
• Time-and-a-half pay after 12 hours
• Featured photo double opportunity on a television production
• Professional on-set experience and networking opportunities

Upscale Gala Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is now casting non-union background actors for an upcoming overnight shoot in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking polished, upscale men and women to portray donors and political elites attending a gala event. This opportunity is open to new faces who can bring a sophisticated late-1990s look to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale gala attendees in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Arrive camera-ready for wardrobe fittings and filming

Requirements

• Men and women ages 23–75
• Must have an upscale, polished, and sophisticated appearance
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area
• Men with tuxedos are encouraged to apply
• Women with formal attire fitting the late 1990s era are encouraged to apply
• Must be available for an overnight shoot
• Must be able to commit to a potentially long filming day

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• Additional tuxedo bump available for men
• Additional fitting bump available for wardrobe fittings

Hospital Patients and Visitors With Vehicles for TV Series

Job Description
A television series production is now casting background talent with vehicles for hospital scenes filming in Nashville, Tennessee. Production is seeking local talent of all genders to portray hospital patients, visitors, nurses, and orderlies. Applicants must provide a vehicle that can be used in background scenes. SUVs and trucks are welcome, but white vehicles will not be accepted for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital patients, visitors, nurses, or orderlies in background scenes
• Provide a personal vehicle for use in production scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Remain available throughout the filming day as needed

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee
• Must own a vehicle available for background use
• White vehicles are not accepted
• SUVs and trucks are encouraged
• Reliable transportation and flexible availability required
• Comfortable working long production days on set

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours guaranteed
• Time and a half paid after 8 hours
• Filming in Nashville, Tennessee
• Vehicle bump included for approved vehicles

Female Blue Collar Worker Background Talent for Commercial

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA commercial project is now hiring female background talent to portray blue collar workers in Nashville, Tennessee. Production is looking for outgoing and professional individuals who can naturally fit into workplace-themed commercial scenes. This paid local hire opportunity offers the chance to work on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray blue collar workers in commercial scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Attend wardrobe fittings if requested
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout filming

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 30–55
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN
• Comfortable portraying workers in uniform-based professions
• Friendly and professional personality
• Full-day availability for shoot dates required

Compensation

• SAG background rate of $446.60 for 8 hours
• Additional 10% agency fee if represented
• Filming location in Nashville, Tennessee
• Possible paid fitting included