“Almost Trying” Open Casting Call

Casting Companion; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Casting Companion is casting a feature film in Sevier County, Tennessee, with filming around Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We seek performers for principal, supporting, voice-over, and background roles, with authentic Southern/Appalachian accents and strong character work.

Roles range from dramatic to comedic, with days ranging from 2 to 5 shoot days, and talents from late teens to adults. Local Tennessee performers are encouraged to submit, with rates varying by role and shooting days.

Qualifications

• Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required.
• Ability to portray authentic regional characters.
• Comfort with portraying varied ages and personalities.

Responsibilities

• Perform principal, supporting, day-player, voice-over, or background roles.
• Prepare scripted scenes and develop authentic character choices.
• Balance comedic timing with grounded, emotionally believable performances.
• Take direction and collaborate with the director and crew.
• Maintain character, wardrobe, and performance continuity during filming.
• Work locally in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevier County locations.

Skills

Southern/Appalachian accent

Character acting versatility

Job description

“Almost Trying” Feature Film Casting Actors, Voice Talent & Musicians

Job Description

• The independent feature film Almost Trying is casting a wide range of actors, voice-over talent, musicians, specialty performers, and featured background actors for production in Sevier County, Tennessee, with filming primarily around Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
• This character-driven dramatic comedy follows a Smoky Mountains rideshare driver whose encounters with an unpredictable collection of passengers gradually force him to confront his own relationships, responsibilities, and direction in life. The story combines grounded situational humor with themes of personal growth, avoidance, friendship, guilt, and emotional connection.
• Production is seeking performers who can bring authenticity and restraint to the material. Southern and Appalachian characters should feel lived-in and believable rather than stereotypical or exaggerated. Tennessee and regional talent are strongly encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned principal, supporting, day-player, voice-over, specialty, or featured background roles.
• Prepare scripted scenes and develop authentic character choices based on the screenplay.
• Balance comedic timing with grounded, emotionally believable performances.
• Take direction and collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.
• Maintain character, wardrobe, and performance continuity throughout filming.
• Perform an authentic Southern or Appalachian accent when specified for the role.
• Participate in music, line dancing, choreographed movement, or other specialty performance requirements when applicable.
• Work locally in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and other Sevier County filming locations.

Requirements

• Daisy: Woman, late 20s–mid-30s. Warm, funny, emotionally strong, and perceptive. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. Approximately 4–5 shoot days.
• Shiloh: Man, late 20s–late 30s. Relaxed, eccentric, loyal, sincere, and naturally funny. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. Approximately 3–4 shoot days.
• Jolene: Woman, late 20s–mid-30s. Guarded, sharp, darkly funny, and emotionally complex. Southern/Appalachian accent preferred. Must be comfortable portraying simulated hallucinogen use and discussing depression and guilt. Approximately 2 shoot days.
• Matt: Man, 35–55. Character actor who can move naturally between heightened comedy and genuine emotional moments. One shoot day.
• Carla Jean: Woman, late 40s–late 50s. Bold, flirtatious, outspoken, and emotionally grounded. Southern/Appalachian accent preferred. Must be comfortable with explicit dialogue. One shoot day.
• Corbin: Man, early–late 30s. Intelligent, polished, analytical, decisive, and quietly confident. One shoot day.
• Annabelle Grace: Woman, mid-20s–mid-30s. Energetic, impulsive, confident, and bold. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. One shoot day.
• Boone: Man, mid-20s–mid-30s. Romantic, earnest, impulsive, sincere, and sympathetic. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. One shoot day.
• Tiffany: Woman, 40–55. Affluent, demanding, image-conscious, confident, and naturally comedic. One shoot day.
• Brett: Man, 40–55. Enthusiastic, vain, well-intentioned, and comfortable with grounded physical comedy. One shoot day.
• Morgan: Woman, 18+ who can portray a mid-to-late teenager. Intelligent, observant, and skilled at precise, dry comedic delivery. One shoot day.
• Bartender: Any gender, 30–50. Confident and understated. Tennessee-area performers preferred. Bartending or hospitality experience is a plus. One shoot day.
• Gary: Man, 35–55. Grounded, frustrated, loyal, and able to portray the familiarity of a longtime friendship. One shoot day.
• Orion: Man, 30–70. Private, guarded, serious, and intense. Performance should remain realistic rather than overly mysterious or theatrical. One shoot day.
• Brock: Man, 30–45. Confrontational, self-focused, and panicked. Strong physical comedy skills with believable emotional grounding required. One shoot day.
• Cassie: Woman, 25–45. Practical, confident, sharp-tongued, and difficult to intimidate. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. One shoot day.
• Duke: Man, late 20s–late 30s. Must convincingly balance desperation, tension, and grounded comedy. Authentic Southern/Appalachian accent required. One shoot day.
• Todd: Man, late 30s–early 50s. Argumentative and self-important, with the ability to establish a memorable character without exaggerated comedy. One shoot day.
• Melissa: Woman, late 30s–early 50s. Must move convincingly between fear, anger, and frustration while grounding the scene emotionally. One shoot day.
• Juniper: Woman, mid-20s–mid-40s. Calm, intelligent, enigmatic, and subtly authoritative. Requires a restrained, natural performance. One shoot day.
• Ryan: Man, mid-20s–mid-40s. Blunt, anxious, and frustrated, with strong timing for relationship-driven comedy. One shoot day.
• App Voice: Adult voice actor of any gender. Seeking a bright, polished, friendly corporate delivery that remains consistently upbeat without becoming robotic or ominous. One recording session with possible pickups.
• Angela: Woman, late 20s–mid-30s. Featured non-speaking role requiring expressive but restrained close-up acting and the ability to communicate emotion without dialogue. One shoot day.
• Daisy’s Friend: Woman, 20s–30s. Featured background performer with an easy, natural social presence. Line-dancing experience preferred.
• Featured Party Guest: Woman, 30–60. Must be comfortable following simple physical direction during a busy celebration scene.
• Male Entertainer: Man, 21–40. Must be comfortable appearing shirtless and performing simple choreographed movement. No nudity or simulated sexual activity.
• Jolene’s Cousin: Any gender, 20s–40s. Featured non-speaking role requiring warmth, familiarity, and concern conveyed without dialogue.
• Blues Musicians: Two performers, preferably 55+. Must genuinely play guitar and/or harmonica. Production is seeking authentic musicianship and natural chemistry between the performers.

Applicants should be comfortable working with material containing strong language and adult humor. Performers based in Tennessee and the surrounding region are especially encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Paid feature film casting opportunity.
• Rates vary depending on the role, number of filming days, and type of performance.