Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actors for Medical Project in Richmond

Job Description

A nonunion medical production is seeking male and female background actors ages 25–45 of all ethnicities in Richmond, Virginia. Selected talent may portray lab technicians or scientists in non-speaking roles. This paid opportunity requires full-day availability, with content intended for event and web use.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as non-speaking background talent in a medical setting.
• Portray a lab technician or scientist as assigned.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 25–45.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Be available for a full filming day in Richmond, Virginia.
• Confirm your availability before submitting.
• Submit a current headshot with the file labeled with your first and last name.

Compensation

• $250 per day, less applicable fees.
• Nonunion project.
• Non-broadcast usage for events and the web.

Officer 3 – “I’d Kill to Be You” True Crime Series

Job Description

The nonunion true crime recreation series “I’d Kill to Be You” is seeking a female actor in good physical condition to portray Officer 3 in episode 208. This paid police officer role films in the Knoxville, Tennessee area and appears in one scene. With no scripted audio, the performance focuses on physical action and expressive reactions. The filming schedule is pending.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in one true crime recreation scene.
• Follow direction and convey reactions through movement and body language.
• Perform physical actions as directed, including running, squatting, sitting, and standing for extended periods.

Requirements

• Female actor in good physical condition.
• Able to run, squat, sit, and stand for long periods.
• Available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Comfortable performing without scripted audio.
• Submit your full name, height, and location.
• Include two current photos: one full-body and one shoulders-up.
• Stand straight and have someone else take the photos without sunglasses, hats, or filters.

Compensation

• $75 per day.
• One scene.
• Nonunion production.

Officers 1–2 – “I’d Kill to Be You” True Crime Series

Job Description

A nonunion true crime recreation series is seeking physically fit male actors of any ethnicity to portray Officers 1–2 in episode 208 of “I’d Kill to Be You.” These paid acting opportunities film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area, with each role appearing in three scenes. The production has no scripted audio, so performances rely on physical action and expressive reactions. The filming schedule is pending.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in three true crime recreation scenes.
• Follow direction and communicate through movement and nonverbal reactions.
• Perform physical actions, including running, squatting, sitting, and standing for extended periods.

Requirements

• Male actors of any ethnicity.
• Physically fit and able to run, squat, sit, and stand for long periods.
• Available to film in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Comfortable performing without scripted audio.
• Submit your full name, height, and location.
• Include two current photos: one full-body and one shoulders-up.
• Stand straight and have someone else take the photos without sunglasses, hats, or filters.

Compensation

• $125 per day for each role.
• Three scenes per role.
• Nonunion production.

Featured Shoppers for Furniture Commercial in Oklahoma City

Job Description

A furniture commercial is seeking two featured performers to portray shoppers in non-speaking on-camera roles in Oklahoma City. Men and women of all ethnicities who appear ages 20–45 are encouraged to apply. Selected talent will demonstrate a massage chair while delivering natural expressions and reactions.

Experienced actors and models are preferred, but new faces are welcome. Casting will be based on submitted photos.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a shopper using a massage chair to showcase a new product.
• Deliver natural smiles, expressions, and on-camera reactions.
• Follow direction and sit or stand as required during filming.

Requirements

• Appear between 20 and 45 years old.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Be able to sit and stand comfortably.
• Be available to film in Oklahoma City near the fairgrounds.
• Be prepared for a call time as early as 8 a.m.
• Have nice or dressy casual attire.
• Submit your name, role, height, phone number, email address, and agent information, if applicable.
• Attach a JPG headshot and current selfie. Applicants without a professional headshot may submit two different selfies.
• Photos should be well-lit, straight-on, and show your current appearance. Include a smiling photo and frame the selfie from the top of your head to your hips.
• Label JPG files with your first and last name, adding “H” for headshot or “S” for selfie.
• Copy your talent agent on the submission, if represented.

Compensation

• $250 plus a $35 agent fee.
• Filming takes place on an indoor, air-conditioned set.
• Shoot duration is typically fewer than eight hours.

Job Description

The History Channel’s “American Pickers” is searching across Indiana for collectors with large, rare, and unusual private antique collections. The team is looking for interesting characters with unique items and compelling stories behind their collections. The production is especially interested in discovering hidden treasures and collections they have never seen before.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your private antique or collectible collection with the production team.
• Discuss the history and stories behind your items.
• Provide accurate information about your collection and its location.
• Participate in filming if selected for the show.
• Work with the production team during the picking process.

Requirements

• Must have a large, rare, or unusual private collection in Indiana.
• Interesting and unique collections are encouraged.
• Stores, flea markets, malls, auction businesses, museums, and similar public collections are not eligible.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

Rich King Casting is seeking period vehicles and their drivers for the upcoming feature film “213,” filming in the Los Angeles and Long Beach areas. The production is looking for vehicles manufactured between 1971 and 1998 that are in strong running condition. Each submission must include both the vehicle and a driver who can bring the car directly to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide a period-appropriate vehicle for use in the feature film.
• Drive and operate the submitted vehicle as required during production.
• Transport the vehicle directly to the filming location.
• Follow instructions from the production and casting teams on set.
• Ensure the vehicle remains safe and operational throughout filming.

Requirements

• Vehicle must be from model years 1971–1998.
• Submission must include both the vehicle and a driver.
• No towing or trailer transportation to set.
• Vehicle must be in great running condition.
• Any body or paint damage must be disclosed.
• Union performers should include their SAG number.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

Vital Casting is seeking people from all walks of life and across the political spectrum to participate in a PBS civics project. Selected participants will join a candid, respectful conversation exploring major civic questions, including who should influence what children learn in school and whether federal officials and judges should face term or age limits. No political expertise is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera conversation about civic issues.
• Share personal perspectives and opinions in your own words.
• Engage respectfully with participants who may hold different viewpoints.
• Respond naturally to questions and discussion topics.

Requirements

• Open to people from a variety of backgrounds and political perspectives.
• No political or policy expertise is required.
• Must be willing to openly share personal views.
• Comfortable participating in a respectful discussion with others.
• Comfortable appearing on camera for the PBS civics project.

Compensation

• Volunteer position.

Job Description

Dan Bell Casting is seeking experienced casino dealers for an upcoming non-union commercial filming in Las Vegas. The production is looking for local talent with real professional casino dealing experience who can perform naturally and confidently in an authentic casino environment. All genders and ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a casino dealer in a professional commercial.
• Perform realistic casino dealing actions on camera.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.
• Attend the required fitting before the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 30–50.
• Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Must have actual casino dealing experience.
• Las Vegas local hires only.
• Must be comfortable performing casino dealer duties on camera.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $750 session rate.
• $2,000 buyout.

Job Description

A new reality TV production is casting outgoing singles who work in the hospitality industry and have big, memorable personalities. The production is looking for energetic hospitality professionals who are comfortable being themselves on camera and interested in participating in an entertainment-focused unscripted project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a new reality TV production.
• Share your personality and hospitality experience on camera.
• Engage naturally with other cast members and production.
• Participate in interviews, activities, and other production segments as required.

Requirements

• Must be single and work in the hospitality industry.
• Must have an outgoing and engaging personality.
• Comfortable appearing and speaking on camera.
• Must be located in California, Nevada, Arizona, or Utah, or relocating to one of these states.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

Casper Black Casting is seeking fun, warm, and lively families and couples in and around London for a paid celebrity-led shoot with Smart Energy GB. The production wants real households with big personalities who are comfortable having fun and being themselves on camera with a presenter. No previous TV or filming experience is required, and only one adult from the selected household needs to participate in filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day celebrity-led shoot in London.
• Interact naturally with the presenter on camera.
• Bring an authentic, energetic personality to the production.
• Take part in filmed activities and conversations as directed.

Requirements

• Real families and couples based in London or within the M25.
• No previous television or filming experience required.
• Must be comfortable and natural on camera.
• Only one adult from the household is required to participate.

Compensation

• £500 per selected household.
• One-day paid shoot.