Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

Jenny Alison Casting is seeking non-union background talent for the 20th Century Television series “911 Nashville” filming in the Spring Hill, Tennessee area. The production is looking for approximately 10 performers of all genders to portray “looky loos” in an upcoming scene. This is a local hire opportunity for Nashville-area talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent on “911 Nashville.”
• Portray a looky loo as directed during filming.
• Follow instructions from the casting and production teams.
• Remain available for the full duration of the production day.

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70.
• Must be a local hire in Spring Hill, TN, or surrounding areas.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to commit to potentially 12+ hours on set.
• Production cannot provide work visa sponsorship.

Compensation

• $100/8 hours.
• $12.50 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee.

Airport Background Talent for “Challenger” Limited Series

Job Description

The limited series “Challenger” is seeking male background talent to appear in an airport scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid non-union background acting opportunity is open to performers of all ethnicities who can bring a natural and believable presence to a period-inspired television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray airport background talent in the limited series “Challenger.”
• Perform natural background actions and interactions during airport scenes.
• Follow blocking and on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout multiple takes and camera setups.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background performers.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 25–55.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must be comfortable appearing as background talent.
• Non-union production.
• Must be available for the full production call.

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours.

Hispanic Boy for Featured Background Role in “911 Nashville”

Job Description

The television series “911 Nashville” is seeking a young Hispanic boy for a featured background role filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid non-union casting opportunity is open to local talent who fit the requested age range and can work comfortably in a professional television production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background character in a television series.
• Participate in scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions while working with cast and crew.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for the production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Hispanic boy.
• Ages 4–6.
• Must be local to Nashville, Tennessee, or the surrounding area.
• Must be comfortable working on a professional television set.
• Parent or legal guardian must be available to accompany the minor as required.

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours.
• $12.50 per hour.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 8 hours.

Multicultural Background Actors for “911 Nashville”

Job Description

“911 Nashville” is seeking nonunion background talent ages 18–65 of all genders for a multicultural scene. This casting opportunity is specifically for people of Asian, Southeast Asian, and African descent who can work as local hires in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas.

Some bookings will include the use of a performer’s vehicle for additional compensation. Applicants without a suitable vehicle are also welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a multicultural television scene.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Provide your vehicle for filming if selected for a vehicle booking.

Requirements

• Be ages 18–65; all genders are welcome.
• Be of Asian, Southeast Asian, or African descent.
• Be local to Nashville or surrounding areas.
• Commit to potential filming days of 12 or more hours, regardless of call time.
• Be prepared to receive your call time the afternoon before filming.
• For vehicle bookings, have a vehicle that is not white.
• Submit your full name, height, age confirmation, city, state, and cell number.
• Indicate whether you have a Tennessee driver’s license or ID; this is not required to submit.
• Include your vehicle’s make, model, and color, if applicable.
• Attach three current photos, including at least one full-body photo, showing your current hairstyle and appearance without filters, hats, or sunglasses.
• Complete the production’s I-9 verification and provide acceptable original documents on set.
• The notice excludes applicants with employer-specific work visas sponsored by another employer or agent; production cannot provide visa sponsorship.
• Submit by email only. DMs and texts are not accepted.

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours, with an eight-hour guarantee.
• Base rate of $12.50 per hour, with time and a half after eight hours.
• Additional $25 if your vehicle is used.

Asian Male Background Talent With Small Feet for Period Military Film

Job Description

A nonunion military movie set in 1973 is seeking two Asian male performers ages 19–60 to portray Vietnamese characters. Only the performers’ feet will appear on camera, so small feet and skin tone matching the production’s casting needs are central to these background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in filmed shots featuring only your feet.
• Follow production direction for positioning and movement.
• Maintain availability for the applicable filming schedule.

Requirements

• Asian male talent ages 19–60.
• Have small feet; a specific shoe size is not provided.
• Meet the production’s skin-tone matching requirements for the portrayal.
• Be fully available for the applicable shoot dates.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Compensation

• $350 for 12 hours, less a listed 20% deduction.

$250/Day Casting Call for Background Talent

Job Description

Casting 5 non-union background actors for a commercial brand campaign filming in Burnaby, BC. Talent will portray shoppers and retail staff in non-speaking, action-based background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray shoppers and retail staff on camera
• Follow natural, action-based direction
• Be available for the full overnight filming window

Requirements

• Non-union background actors
• Available Friday, October 2, approximately 8:00 PM-4:00 AM

Compensation

• $250 CAD, full buyout in perpetuity

Lavender Menanced – Background Talent Call

Job Description

Lavender Menaced, an indie production written by Tickwanya Jones and Lily Malm and directed by Tickwanya Jones, is seeking 10 to 15 background actors to fill a vibrant nightclub world. Filming takes place at Giggles Night Club in Glendale, California.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in nightclub scenes
• Bring your personal style, energy and presence to set

Requirements

• Seeking BIPOC, queer, creative and magnetic talent
• Available for the filming day in Glendale
• Email headshot and Instagram handle with the required subject line

Compensation

• $50 payment
• Craft services, catering and film credit

Background talent call in Glendale for an indie nightclub production. Apply now on Project Casting

“Country Rescue” Casting Call for Female Background Talent

Job Description

The non-union production “Country Rescue” is seeking three female background performers for filming in Newmarket. The production is looking for diverse, attractive Hallmark-type talent who can bring a polished and natural presence to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in scenes for “Country Rescue.”
• Portray the requested polished, Hallmark-style look on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 25–35.
• Seeking three diverse performers.
• Attractive, polished Hallmark-type appearance.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be able to self-drive to Newmarket.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Job Description

“She Was a Friend of Mine” is seeking Detroit-based background talent for several upcoming scenes. The production is casting restaurant guests, young children for a daycare scene, and adults to portray police officers. Talent of all races is welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in assigned scenes.
• Portray restaurant guests, daycare children, or police officers depending on the role.
• Follow on-set instructions and production direction.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to talent of all races.
• Restaurant Guests: Adult background talent.
• Daycare Children: Ages 4–6.
• Police Officers: Adult talent able to portray law enforcement officers.
• Must be based in or able to work in the Detroit, Michigan area.
• Parents or guardians must accompany child performers.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.