“Homicide for the Holidays” Casting Call for Terry

Casting Companion; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Casting Companion in Knoxville, Tennessee, is casting a female actor in her 50s to portray Terry, the mother of a victim, in a true crime TV reenactment.

This paid, non-union role requires a performer who can convey authentic grief without scripted dialogue, including a scene where Terry receives devastating news and falls to her knees.

Ideal candidates are white, brunette, and comfortable with intense emotional material; filming is paid at $125 per day.

Qualifications

• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying grief and emotionally intense subject matter.
• Non-scripted dialogue experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Portray Terry, the mother of a victim, in a dramatic true crime television reenactment.
• Deliver a believable emotional response to receiving devastating news.
• Perform a scripted physical reaction that includes falling to her knees.
• Communicate grief and distress naturally through facial expressions, movement, and body language.
• Follow blocking, performance, and safety direction from the production team.
• Maintain consistent emotional intensity, characterization, and physical actions across multiple takes.
• Work professionally with fellow performers and crew throughout filming.

Skills

Dramatic acting

Emotional expression

On-camera presence

Job description

Female Actor for Terry Role in True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A network television true crime recreation series is casting a female actor in her 50s to portray Terry, the mother of a victim, in an upcoming dramatic reenactment filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This paid, non-union acting opportunity requires a performer who can deliver an authentic and emotionally powerful performance without scripted dialogue. The role features an intense scene in which Terry receives devastating news and falls to her knees in reaction. The selected actor should be comfortable expressing grief through facial expressions, body language, and physical performance while keeping the moment realistic and grounded.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Terry, the mother of a victim, in a dramatic true crime television reenactment.
• Deliver a believable emotional response to receiving devastating news.
• Perform a scripted physical reaction that includes falling to her knees.
• Communicate grief and distress naturally through facial expressions, movement, and body language.
• Follow blocking, performance, and safety direction from the production team.
• Maintain consistent emotional intensity, characterization, and physical actions across multiple takes.
• Work professionally with fellow performers and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• White female actor in her 50s.
• Brunette hair required.
• Strong dramatic acting ability and a natural on-camera presence.
• Comfortable portraying grief and emotionally intense subject matter.
• Able to perform the required physical action safely and repeatedly if needed.
• Comfortable performing without scripted dialogue.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $125 per day.
• Paid non-union network television acting opportunity.