Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

White Male Actor for Documentary Reenactment Role

Job Description
A documentary project is casting a lead male actor for reenactment scenes in Nashville. This non-speaking role focuses on portraying real-life events with authenticity, making it ideal for actors who can convey emotion and story through physical performance and presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in reenactment scenes
• Perform without dialogue, relying on expressions and body language
• Follow direction to accurately depict real-life scenarios
• Maintain professionalism during long filming days

Requirements

• White male, ages 40–55
• Height between 5’6”–5’9” with a slim build
• Short sandy brown or gray hair, clean-cut appearance
• Comfortable performing on camera without dialogue
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

Background Actors for Hospital TV Series

Job Description
A scripted TV series is casting background actors for hospital scenes in Nashville. Talent will portray doctors, nurses, patients, and visitors in a realistic medical environment. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital staff or visitors in background scenes
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team
• Maintain continuity and realistic behavior during filming
• Be prepared for long filming hours on set

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee
• Available for multiple filming days
• Comfortable working long hours on set
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (with 12-hour guarantee)
• Overtime paid after 8 hours

Background Talent for Lifestyle Brand Shoot (Stills & IG Reels)

Job Description
A lifestyle brand shoot is casting background talent in Nashville, TN for still photography and social media reels. This project is looking for individuals with a natural, modern look to represent a clothing brand in dynamic and engaging visual content.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in still photos and short-form video content for social media
• Model lifestyle clothing in a natural and relatable way
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Maintain energy and professionalism throughout the shoot
• Be available for flexible call times during the shoot window

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–45
• Fit physique to model lifestyle apparel
• Comfortable on camera for both photos and video
• Must be local to Nashville, TN or able to work as a local hire
• Able to commit to a flexible 12-hour availability window

Compensation

• $150 for half-day (3–4 hours)
• Usage in perpetuity
• Paid commercial lifestyle shoot opportunity

Background Actors for 1970s Period TV Scene

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors in the Nashville, TN area for a 1970s-themed scene. This role is perfect for talent who can authentically portray pedestrians from the era and help bring a vintage setting to life in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians in a 1970s period scene
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Maintain period-appropriate behavior and appearance
• Participate in group background scenes
• Be prepared for long filming hours as needed

Requirements

• Male and female, ages 18–70
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must have a natural look suitable for a 1970s setting (no modern hairstyles)
• Comfortable working long production days
• Must be local to Nashville, TN or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (guaranteed)
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• $12 wardrobe fitting rate (if applicable)
• Paid non-union background role

African American Female for Music Video

Job Description
Casting an African American female for a music video shooting in the Nashville area. This is a rush casting for a fast-turnaround project, seeking talent who can bring strong presence and authenticity to an evening/night shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a music video in a featured role
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Portray a natural, engaging on-camera presence
• Participate in evening and nighttime shoots
• Maintain professionalism in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• African American female, ages 25–40
• Must be located in Nashville or within 2 hours
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for immediate filming
• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $400 per day
• Evening/night shoot experience
• Opportunity to appear in a professional music video
• Gain industry exposure

Female Restaurant Customers for Commercial

Job Description
Casting female background actors to portray restaurant customers in a commercial for a major restaurant chain filming in Nashville. Talent will help create realistic dining scenes in a warm, everyday setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Engage naturally in dining and social interactions
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Be available for a full day of production

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–80
• Open to all ethnicities and body types
• Must be local to Nashville, TN
• Comfortable on camera in a casual environment
• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours
• Possible $500 featured upgrade if selected
• Non-union project
• Agency fee included

Male Restaurant Customers for Commercial

Job Description
Casting male background actors to portray restaurant customers in a commercial for a major restaurant chain filming in Nashville. This role involves creating natural, everyday dining scenes that reflect a relaxed and authentic atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant customer in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Engage naturally in dining actions and interactions
• Maintain continuity and consistency across takes
• Be available for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–80
• Open to all ethnicities and body types
• Must be local to Nashville, TN
• Comfortable performing in a casual, on-camera environment
• Reliable and able to commit to a full filming day

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours
• Possible $500 upgrade if selected as featured talent
• Non-union project
• Agency fee included

Featured Background Actor – Convenience Store Clerk

Job Description
Casting a featured background actor to portray a convenience store clerk in a television series filming in Nashville. This role offers the chance to be more prominently featured in scenes, contributing to the realism and storytelling of a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a convenience store clerk in featured background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team for blocking and performance
• Maintain continuity and consistency across multiple takes
• Remain on set for extended filming hours as needed
• Arrive prepared and ready for wardrobe and scene setup

Requirements

• Male, ages 28–50
• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area
• Comfortable working on camera in a featured background role
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction
• Able to commit to full filming days, even with late call times

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours ($12.50/hour)
• Time and a half paid after 8 hours
• Opportunity for extended filming hours (up to 12+ hours)
• Gain experience on a professional television set

Police Uniform Talent for Commercial Production

Job Description
A commercial production is casting men and women with real police uniforms for a shoot in Nashville, Tennessee. This role is ideal for talent who can bring authenticity and realism to law enforcement scenes. Casting is seeking individuals who already own a police uniform and can confidently portray the role on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a police officer in a commercial production
• Wear and present your own police uniform on camera
• Follow direction to deliver realistic and professional performances
• Maintain a strong, authoritative on-screen presence

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–50
• Must own a police uniform
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles
• Professional and reliable on set
• Must be local to or able to work in Nashville, Tennessee

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)
• One-day commercial shoot
• Opportunity to gain on-set experience

Church Friends Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray church friends in Nashville, TN. This role is perfect for mature talent who can bring a natural, community-driven presence to scenes, helping create an authentic and relatable church environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray church attendees in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors

• Maintain continuity and natural interactions on camera

• Contribute to a realistic and engaging scene atmosphere

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 40–60

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable working on camera in a background role

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN

• Able to commit to a full day of filming

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours

• Overtime pay after 8 hours if applicable

• Opportunity to work on a professional TV production