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“What If” Open Casting Call

What If directed by Bill Porter

Seeking Paid Extras

Ages 15 – 20 for a feature film!

Mosser Casting is seeking Extras of all races, gender identities, sizes and abilities, ages 15-20 years old to portray High school students for various scenes! We are also hoping to find some people in this age group who have a background in Dance, Music or Theater for a special scene at the opening of the film. It won’t require actual dancing, but does require good rhythm to walk to the beat. This is going to be a fun one!!

Specifics:

  • Must have open availability for 12 hour days starting early mornings between July 19th – July 30th (No Weekends). Will work 1 – 10 days in that time span. (Minors will work 9 – 10 hour days
  • Pays $11.25 per hour for the first 8 hours then time and a half.
  • Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting in advance of the shoot date as well as several COVID tests. COVID tests are required despite vaccination status.
  • Must have vehicle to get to filming, testing and fitting in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania.
  • Minors under the age of 18 must have a guardian present on set for wardrobe fitting and for COVID tests. Guardian must also be in the testing cadence.

 

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  • $25 fitting fee for up to 2 hours if required

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07-25-2021

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