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Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)

Job Description
A production is casting a performer to portray a crime scene investigator in a crime-focused project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking actors who can bring realism and professionalism to investigative scenes involving scripted crime content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a crime scene investigator during investigative scenes

  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming

  • Maintain realistic on-camera presence while performing background tasks

  • Help create an authentic crime scene environment

Requirements

  • Male or female, open ethnicity

  • Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

  • Ability to follow direction and maintain continuity during filming

Compensation

  • $100 flat rate for the filming day

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Officer

Job Description
A production is seeking actors to portray police officers in a crime-related project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for performers who can convincingly represent law enforcement professionals during investigative scenes involving scripted dramatic content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a police officer in investigative scenes

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Maintain a realistic and professional law enforcement presence on camera

  • Participate in scripted crime investigation moments

Requirements

  • Male or female, ages 20–40s

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Athletic build preferred

  • Must be comfortable with scripted violence and crime-related scenes

  • Comfortable handling prop equipment used in scenes

Compensation

  • $125 flat rate for the filming day

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Deputy

Job Description
A production is casting an actor to portray a deputy in a crime-themed project filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for performers who can convincingly portray law enforcement officers involved in an investigation storyline. This role will participate in scripted scenes involving intense crime content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a deputy in crime investigation scenes

  • Handle prop equipment and participate in action-style moments

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Maintain a realistic law enforcement presence on camera

Requirements

  • Male or female, ages 20–40s

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Athletic build preferred

  • Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

  • Comfortable handling prop equipment used in scenes

Compensation

  • $125 flat rate for the filming day

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Victim’s Grandmother

Job Description
A film production is casting a background actor to portray a victim’s grandmother in a dramatic scene filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking a Black female performer who can bring emotional authenticity to a family role within a crime-related storyline. This role will appear in scenes connected to a murder investigation narrative.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the grandmother of a victim in scripted scenes

  • Deliver natural background performance during emotional story moments

  • Follow direction from the production team on set

  • Help create an authentic family dynamic within the scene

Requirements

  • Black female, approximately in her 70s

  • Comfortable appearing in scenes related to crime or dramatic storytelling

  • Ability to follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

Compensation

  • $125 flat rate for the filming day

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Infant Baby Girl for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting an infant baby girl for an upcoming commercial filming in Atlanta, Georgia. Casting directors are looking for a baby who appears very young on camera to portray a featured infant in a family-focused commercial scene. This is a great opportunity for parents with infants interested in participating in a professional commercial production. Twin babies are also encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in scenes for a commercial production

  • Participate in simple infant-focused moments filmed with the production team

  • Remain comfortable in a production environment with guardians present

Requirements

  • Infant baby girl approximately 6–12 months old

  • Blonde hair preferred

  • Must appear very young on camera

  • Twin babies are a plus but not required

  • Parent or guardian must accompany the baby on set

Compensation

  • Paid commercial opportunity

  • Opportunity to appear in a professional advertising campaign

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Community Members for Health Campaign Commercial

Job Description
A health campaign commercial is casting community members and actors from the Sacramento, California area for several featured roles in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for real people and performers with authentic personalities to appear in relatable lifestyle scenes that highlight everyday community moments. Selected talent will participate in a short commercial shoot portraying natural interactions in a variety of health-focused storytelling scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray community members in lifestyle scenes for a health campaign commercial

  • Participate in everyday activities such as visiting a farmers market, spending time with friends, or interacting in family settings

  • Follow direction from the production team to deliver natural on-camera performances

  • Help create authentic and relatable moments that reflect real community life

Requirements

  • Must be local to the Sacramento, California area

  • Open to both actors and real community members

  • Farmer role: male, 25–45 years old

  • Porch scene role: male, 70–80 years old

  • Individual with a visible disability, around 50 years old

  • Female, 25–35 years old to portray a patient

  • Unhoused father and son duo (real-life pair encouraged)

  • Comfortable performing naturally on camera in lifestyle-style scenes

Compensation

  • $2,000 for select one-day roles

  • $2,000–$2,500 for patient role (1–2 day shoot)

  • $5,000 for real father/son duo role

  • Paid commercial opportunity with professional production

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Techno Club Rave Background Actors

Job Description
A production is casting energetic men and women to appear as partygoers in a techno club rave scene filming near Norcross, Georgia. Casting directors are looking for adults who can bring high energy and authentic nightlife vibes to the set while portraying attendees at a vibrant techno music event. This role is perfect for performers who enjoy music, dancing, and creating a lively club atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray rave attendees in a high-energy nightclub scene

  • Dance, socialize, and move naturally in a club environment

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Help create an exciting and authentic techno rave atmosphere

Requirements

  • Men and women ages 18 and older

  • All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

  • Comfortable performing in a nightclub or rave-style setting

  • High energy and ability to portray a party atmosphere

  • Able to follow on-set direction and maintain consistent background performance

Compensation

  • $168 for 12 hours of filming

  • Opportunity to gain on-set experience in a professional production

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Background Actors With Cars for TV Series

Job Description
A television series production is seeking background actors with vehicles to appear in outdoor scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are looking for men and women to portray patrons in a local establishment setting, helping create an authentic environment for the scene. Talent will be featured in background roles and may use their personal vehicles on camera to add realism to the production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray patrons in background scenes for a television series

  • Use your personal vehicle as part of the scene when required

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Maintain natural background performance and continuity throughout the shoot

  • Participate in outdoor filming environments as needed

Requirements

  • Men and women ages 18–65

  • All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

  • Must have a vehicle available for use on camera

  • Vehicle cannot be red or white

  • Must be comfortable filming outdoors

  • No visible tattoos unless they can be covered

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Monroe, Georgia area

Compensation

  • $168 for up to 12 hours of filming (guaranteed)

  • Overtime paid for work beyond 12 hours

  • Additional $25 car bump for use of your vehicle

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Hospital Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray hospital staff and visitors in scenes filming in Nashville, Tennessee. Casting directors are seeking men and women to appear as nurses, doctors, orderlies, patients, and hospital visitors in a series set in the late 1990s. Talent will help create an authentic hospital environment by performing natural background actions throughout the scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray hospital staff or visitors in background scenes

  • Perform natural actions such as walking through hospital hallways or interacting in waiting areas

  • Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene continuity

  • Help create a realistic hospital setting during filming

Requirements

  • Ages 18–65

  • All genders and ethnicities are encouraged to apply

  • Must be able to portray roles such as nurses, doctors, orderlies, patients, or visitors

  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area

  • Must be comfortable working long filming days if required

  • Able to follow on-set direction and maintain consistent background performance

Compensation

  • $100 for 8 hours of work ($12.50/hour)

  • Overtime paid after 8 hours if applicable

  • $30 fitting bump added to the workday if a fitting is required

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Hispanic/Latino Background Actors for SAG Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting Hispanic and Latino background actors for an upcoming SAG commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are seeking a young Hispanic/Latino boy and additional Hispanic/Latino adults to appear in background roles that help bring authenticity and energy to the commercial’s on-screen environment. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain experience working on a professional commercial production set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background characters in a commercial production

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Maintain natural and consistent background performances on camera

  • Help create an authentic and engaging scene environment

Requirements

  • Young Hispanic/Latino male actor ages 7–8 or younger

  • Additional Hispanic/Latino adults ages 18 and older

  • All experience levels are welcome

  • Must be comfortable performing in a commercial production setting

  • Ability to follow direction and maintain continuity during filming

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity (SAG commercial)

  • Opportunity to gain experience working on a professional commercial production

Casting Calls

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Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, our platform offers a wide range of casting calls to help you find your next role.

Find Casting Calls & Acting Auditions Near You

Are you an aspiring actor looking for your big break or a seasoned professional seeking your next role? Navigating the world of casting calls can be a thrilling yet challenging journey. Understanding where to find these opportunities and how to leverage popular filming locations can significantly enhance your chances of landing that dream role.

What are Casting Calls?

Casting calls are auditions organized by casting directors to find suitable actors for various roles in film, television, theater, and commercials. These are your gateway to the screen and stage, providing a platform to showcase your acting skills to key decision-makers in the industry.

Popular Filming Locations and Their Impact

Several cities around the world are renowned for being film-making hubs, each offering unique opportunities for actors:

1. Hollywood, Los Angeles: The heart of the film industry, Hollywood is synonymous with cinema and television. Here, casting calls are plentiful, ranging from blockbuster movies to independent films and everything in between.

2. New York City: Known for both its theater scene and film productions, NYC is a vibrant hub for casting calls, especially for Broadway shows and live performances.

3. Atlanta, Georgia: With its favorable tax incentives, Atlanta has become a hotspot for film and TV productions, resulting in a surge of casting calls for actors in recent years.

4. Vancouver, Canada: Often referred to as “Hollywood North,” Vancouver is a top destination for filming due to its diverse landscapes and favorable filming conditions, leading to many opportunities for actors.

5. London, UK: A significant center for film and theatre, London offers numerous casting calls for everything from feature films to West End productions.

Tips for Navigating Casting Calls

  • Stay Informed: Regularly check specialized websites like Project Casting, where you can find daily updates on casting calls in various cities. Utilizing these platforms can help you stay ahead of the competition by applying early to newly posted opportunities.
  • Prepare Thoroughly: Always arrive at auditions prepared. This means having your lines memorized, understanding the character you are auditioning for, and being ready to take direction or feedback on the spot.
  • Network: The film industry is as much about talent as it is about connections. Attend industry events, workshops, and festivals in these popular locations to connect with casting directors, filmmakers, and other actors.
  • Professional Portfolio: Maintain an updated portfolio with your headshots, resume, and reel. An impressive portfolio can make a significant difference in how casting directors view your professionalism and suitability for a role.
  • Persistence and Patience: The entertainment industry is known for its competitiveness. Persistence in attending auditions and patience in handling rejections are key to eventually succeeding.

Conclusion

Whether you’re near the bustling streets of New York, the scenic views of Vancouver, or the historic sites of London, understanding the landscape of casting calls is crucial. By staying informed, prepared, and connected, you can navigate this dynamic field and potentially turn your acting aspirations into a successful career. Remember, every audition is a step forward in the industry, so take advantage of the opportunities these popular filming locations offer.

For more information on the latest casting calls and tips on advancing your acting career, visit Project Casting.

How do I find a legit casting call?

To find legitimate casting calls, start by using reputable platforms like Project Casting, which vets postings to ensure authenticity. Always research the casting company or director associated with the call. Legitimate opportunities typically don’t require payment to audition, and any contact should come from professional email addresses rather than personal accounts.

Can you audition without an agent?

Yes, you can audition without an agent. Many open casting calls and online platforms allow individual actors to submit directly for roles. While having an agent can provide access to more exclusive opportunities and handle negotiations, many new actors start their careers by attending open calls or self-submitting for roles online.

What is the difference between a casting call and an audition?

A casting call is a notice put out by producers or casting directors seeking potential actors for roles, inviting them to apply or present themselves. An audition is the process where actors perform a specific piece, like a monologue or a script, in front of the casting team after responding to a casting call. Essentially, the casting call is the request, and the audition is the response.

What is the best free casting call website?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.

Should I pay for casting calls?

Generally, you should not pay to attend casting calls. Legitimate casting calls and auditions do not require payment from actors. If a casting call asks for money to audition or to secure a role, it is likely a scam. The standard practice is that any fees associated with the casting process are covered by the production.