Casting Double

Cynical Magazine Editor Role in NYC Literary Feature Film

Job Description
A sharp, character-driven feature set in a 2011 New York literary magazine is casting Louis, a seasoned editor known for his sarcasm and industry fatigue. Louis is emotionally dry, effortlessly condescending, and often the smartest (and most jaded) person in the room. This is a pivotal day-player role filmed in NYC between mid-August and mid-September.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver dry, biting dialogue with natural authority and timing

• Interact with younger staff in scenes full of subtle tension and quiet power plays

• Embody the weariness of a man who’s seen too much of the publishing machine

• Take direction to ensure tone and pacing match the film’s dramedy style

Requirements

• Male, late 30s to 50s, any ethnicity

• Strong background in character roles, particularly in dry comedy or prestige drama

• Must convey intelligence and quiet dominance with minimal effort

• NYC local hire or able to self-report; must be eligible to work in the U.S.

• Available for one full day of filming (date TBD)

Compensation

• Union or non-union day-player rate, based on experience

• On-set meals, credit, and production amenities included

Mentor Writer Role in NYC Literary Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film set in the world of a prestigious New York literary magazine is casting for Damien, a thoughtful and introspective writer in his mid to late 30s. As a published literary figure, Damien serves as a mentor to the film’s lead—offering wisdom, challenge, and emotional complexity as the lead begins to question his path. This is a day-player role with filming in NYC between mid-August and mid-September.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a layered mentor figure with subtle emotional range

• Engage in dialogue-heavy scenes offering guidance and inner conflict

• Collaborate with the director and lead actor to shape meaningful character dynamics

• Deliver grounded, intellectual presence in literary magazine setting

Requirements

• Male, mid to late 30s, all ethnicities

• Strong acting chops with nuance and emotional restraint

• Previous credits in drama or character-driven indie projects preferred

• Must be NYC local or able to self-report for filming

• Available one full day within production schedule (date TBD)

Compensation

• Competitive day-player rate

• On-set meals and screen credit provided

Indie-Era DJ Love Interest in Literary Feature Film

Job Description
A prestige feature set in New York’s 2011 magazine scene is casting Levi, a handsome indie-era DJ who briefly dates the lead character. Levi projects effortless cool—vinyl-collector swagger and underground-club edge—yet under the bravado lies real insecurity. This is a day-player role filming for one day in NYC between mid-August and mid-September.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver naturalistic dialogue that balances charm with hidden vulnerability

• Portray DJ mannerisms convincingly in bar and apartment scenes (no live mixing required)

• Take direction to match continuity across multiple camera setups

• Collaborate smoothly with principal cast during flirtatious and reflective moments

Requirements

• Male, early 20s, any ethnicity

• Charismatic screen presence with alternative/indie style

• Previous film or television experience preferred

• NYC local hire or able to self-report; valid U.S. work eligibility

• Available one full day within the production window (exact date TBD)

Compensation

• Competitive union or non-union day-player rate

• On-set meals, credit, and standard production amenities included