This list features upcoming casting calls in the nashville area. If you're interested in nashville castings, see the submission instructions at the end of each casting call description.
Monday, June 01 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Tuesday, June 2nd
WHO:
All genders, ages 18–70, to portray mourners.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 6/2 MOURNER
Monday, June 01 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Tuesday, June 2nd
WHO:
Newborn babies! 15 days to 6 weeks (if on the smaller side). Open to twins, as well as triplets.
PAY RATE:
$200/4hrs (4 hour guarantee) I WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age/DOB, location, sizes, and contact to [email protected]
Subject Line: 6/2 BABY
Thursday, May 28 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: THIRSTYGIRL
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Friday, May 29th & Saturday, May 30th
*Most of the roles will work both dates
WHO:
Looking for diner patrons 25-60 years of age
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/29 DINER
Thursday, May 28 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: THIRSTYGIRL
TYPE: Non-Union Featured Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Friday, May 29th
*This role will be picture picked by the Director.
WHO:
Female 18-20 years of age that can play 16. This is a diner scene.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/29 FEMALE
Thursday, May 28 2026
NASHVILLE, TN Area
COMMERCIAL 5/29/26
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Project: COMMERCIAL – Undisclosed Healthcare Company
Shoot Location: NASHVILLE, TN area
–MUST be able to work in the Nashville TN area as a LOCAL HIRE!! (Transportation/Accommodation will not be provided
DATE NEEDED:
FRIDAY 5-29-26
-we do not yet have a call times, so you should have FULL day available to allow for whatever the Call/Wrap Times end up being. You should be prepared to be available no matter what the start/end times end up being
PAY Rate:
$150.00 for up to 8 hours (may not work that many hours but you will be paid for the full day even if you get wrapped sooner than 8 hours. You should be prepared to stay longer if needed and if so, OT will be paid after 8 hours)
NON-UNION
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ROLES: **BACKGROUND TALENT**
HEALTHCARE WORKERS & CUSTOMERS: Male and Female, all ethnicities, age range 18-75, wide variety of every day types
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
With subject line HEALTHCARE COMMERCIAL 5/29
Tuesday, May 26 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 27th + Tuesday, June 2nd
*Must be available BOTH days
WHO:
All genders, ages 18–70, to portray mourners and restaurant patrons. This will be a mix of scenes.
*THIS MAY REQUIRE A FITTING IN ANTIOCH (TBD) OR A VIRTUAL FITTING
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/27 MOURNER
Tuesday, May 26 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 27th + Tuesday, June 2nd
*Must be available BOTH days
WHO:
Young males 18-22 years of age to play teenagers at a friend’s funeral.
*THIS MAY REQUIRE A FITTING IN ANTIOCH (TBD) OR A VIRTUAL FITTING
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/27 MALE
Tuesday, May 26 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 27th
WHO:
Diverse males, ages 28–65, to play truck drivers
Black couple, ages 35–50, to play parents
White couple, ages 35–50, to play parents
Children, ages 9–12, to play restaurant patrons
Latinx couple in their 20s to play restaurant patrons
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours.WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age/ DOB, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/27 RESTAURANT
Sunday, May 24 2026
NASHVILLE, TN Area
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTACT
BACKGROUND CASTING CALL 5/26/26
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Project: SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT
Food Brand (Undisclosed)
Shoot Location: NASHVILLE, TN area
MUST be able to work in the Nashville TN area as a LOCAL HIRE!! (Transportation/Accommodation will not be provided)
DATE NEEDED:
TUESDAY 5/26/26
-We do not have Call times, so you should have FULL day available to allow for whatever the Call/Wrap Times end up being. You should be prepared to be available no matter what the start/end times end up being
PAY Rate:
Background $300.00 for 8 hours. OT after 8.
NON-UNION
[GOLFERS] Male and Female, all ethnicities, age range 25-45, conservative, experienced golfers or those with a bit of experience who look like they know how to golf.
Thursday, May 21 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — Belle Meade area (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Friday, May 22nd (OVERNIGHT SHOOT)
Tentatively 5pm to 5am (could be earlier to get everyone ready)
*Keep in mind, this is a Holiday weekend.
WHO:
FEMALES 20-40 years of age to play GALA SERVERS
*This role requires a fitting next week in Antioch ($30 compensation)
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs (8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/22 SERVER
Tuesday, May 19 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
***NEW FACES***
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 20th
Thursday, May 21st
*This is set in 2026
*MUST BE AVAILABLE BOTH DAYS. Please do not submit unless you can work with us BOTH days.
WHO:
All genders 25-60 years of age to play nurses, doctors and orderlies
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours.WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/20 HOSPITAL
Tuesday, May 19 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: THIRSTYGIRL
TYPE: Non-Union Featured Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 20th
WHO:
2 young girls to portray sisters.
-Female, ages 6–9
-Blonde or light brown hair
-Fair skin
Please note: We are unable to consider minors under 6 years of age for this role.
*These roles will be picked by the Director.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee) I WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age/DOB, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/20 SISTER
Tuesday, May 19 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 20th
Thursday, May 21st
*This is set in 2026
*MUST BE AVAILABLE BOTH DAYS. Please do not submit unless you can work BOTH days.
WHO:
Black male and female (40s age range) to portray a couple in a hospital waiting room scene. You do not need to be a real couple—casting directors are accepting individual submissions for this role.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/20 VISITOR
Monday, May 18 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: THIRSTYGIRL
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Tuesday, May 19th
WHO:
White male, 40-55 years of age to play a cop.
*Must fit in a size 41R top and a 36 waist pant.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/19 COP
Monday, May 18 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Tuesday, May 19th
WHO:
All genders, ages 20–30, to portray “Grad Students.”
Please note: These scenes will involve seeing deceased bodies/forensic imagery, so you must be comfortable with this content.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/19 GRAD
Sunday, May 17 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: THIRSTYGIRL
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Monday, May 18th
WHO:
All genders and ethnicities, 25–40 years of age, with a hip, stylish, urban look to portray trendy New York City bar patrons.
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/18 NYC
Wednesday, May 13 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Thursday, May 14th
*This role requires a fitting at production's stages this week ($30 compensation)
WHO:
REAL EMTs. Male, 25-55 years of age. Must be a real EMT to submit.
*Please note, this is set in the 1990s, so no facial hair on men.
PAY RATE:
$175/8hrs (8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/14 EMT
Tuesday, May 12 2026
NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – FEATURED BACKGROUND TALENT
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only OR will work as a local, travel not paid)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 13th (tentatively)
WHO:
Looking for a blonde female, ages 12–15, for a featured background role.
Please note: this role involves prosthetics and sensitive subject matter. While your child will be safe on set, the scene does include simulated violence.
PAY RATE:
$175/8hrs ($21.875 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after)
Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. We may not need you that long, but must be able to commit to that. THEY WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR.
Must be available regardless of call time.
Tuesday, May 12 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Scarpetta S2
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Wednesday, May 13th
Thursday, May 14th
MUST BE AVAILABLE BOTH DAYS
*NEW FACES
WHO:
White males 20-30 years of age to play drug dealers
PAY RATE:
$100/8hrs ($12.50 p/h – 8 hour guarantee + time and a half after) Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. WILL NOT HAVE THE CALL TIME UNTIL THE AFTERNOON PRIOR. Must be available regardless of call time.
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/13 DEALER
Monday, May 11 2026
NASHVILLE AREA
PROJECT: Brentwood Promotional Content
TYPE: Non-Union Background Work
LOCATION: Nashville, TN area — (Local Hires Only)
DATE:
Tuesday, May 12th (1pm to 3pm)
WHO:
All genders 50 to 58 years of age to play shoppers. Casting directors are NOT looking for those in their 40s or 60s that can play 50. Must be in the 50s age range.
PAY RATE:
$90/2 hrs
Submit headshot and full body, age, location, stats/sizes, contact, and resume/previous experience to [email protected]
Subject Line: 5/12 BRENTWOOD
408 N. Cedar Bluff Rd. Suite 100
Knoxville, TN 37923
