Wayward Casting

SFX Makeup Test Actress

Job Description
A feature film is conducting an SFX makeup test and is seeking a female actress with facial features similar to a reference image (to be provided upon application). The selected actress will sit for a professional SFX makeup session, during which various effects will be tested for the upcoming production. This is a short, paid session ideal for talent looking to work behind the scenes in the pre-production process of a major film.

Job Responsibilities
• Sit for approximately 4 hours as special effects makeup looks are applied and tested
• Collaborate with SFX artists and production team to evaluate makeup application results
• Maintain patience and stillness throughout the makeup process

Requirements
• Must closely resemble a specific reference look (details provided upon submission)
• Must be comfortable with extended makeup sessions
• Clear, recent photos showing facial structure must be submitted for consideration
• Prior SFX or makeup modeling experience is a plus but not required

Compensation
• $175 for a 4-hour session
• Opportunity to be part of pre-production work for a feature film

Animal Casting – Therapy Cat for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting a calm, well-socialized cat for a brief scene in a scripted movie. The selected feline will portray a therapy cat and should be comfortable being picked up, handled on set, and spending time in a baby stroller during filming. This role is ideal for cats with laid-back temperaments, particularly those similar to the Ragdoll breed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a therapy cat in a controlled film set environment

• Remain calm while being held or placed in a stroller during the scene

• Follow handler cues while on set with the production crew

• Participate in a brief on-camera appearance with minimal stress

Requirements

• Cat must be friendly, sociable, and tolerant of physical handling

• Ideal candidates should resemble or behave like a Ragdoll cat

• Must be able to hang out calmly in a baby stroller

• Owners must submit two recent photos and be available for a virtual audition

Compensation

• $350 for up to 4 hours of work

• Paid project with potential future opportunities for animal talent

Job Description

Seeking a female actress for a special effects (SFX) makeup test for the upcoming feature film “Patient”. The ideal candidate should closely resemble the actress shown in the reference image provided. This session will support the production team in testing various SFX makeup looks ahead of the main shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Sit for approximately 4 hours while various SFX makeup styles are applied and tested.

• Follow directions from the makeup and production teams.

• Remain patient and still during the makeup process.

• Participate in photographic documentation of the completed looks.

Requirements

• Female actor who resembles the actress shown in the reference image.

• Clear, well-lit facial photos required for submission.

• Comfortable working with makeup artists and sitting for long periods.

• Must be available in Chicago on the scheduled date.

Compensation

$175 for a 4-hour SFX makeup test session.