$250 HBO Documentary Recreation Casting Call for the Role of Black Teens
Casting Call for Black Teen Female Background Role in HBO Documentary Recreation
Job Description
An HBO documentary recreation is now casting a background role for a Black female-presenting teen. This non-speaking part is a great opportunity to participate in a powerful, true-story-based production. The role will involve group scenes with other students, portraying emotional responses and physical activity in cold, snowy environments. Talent will support the authenticity and emotional tone of the story through expressive, silent performance.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear as a background student in group scenes set in school and snowy outdoor environments
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React to various emotional situations with believable, silent expressions
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Participate in simulated cold conditions with physical movement and activity
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Work closely with the cast and crew to enhance the realism of documentary recreations
Requirements
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Female presenting, Black, age 18+ (must appear as a teenager)
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Strong ability to convey emotion non-verbally
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Comfortable working in cold and physically active conditions
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Must not be claustrophobic
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Professional and collaborative attitude on set
Compensation
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$250/day + 20% agency fee
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Wardrobe stipend available if personal items are used
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Gear and haircut stipends provided if requested by production
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Young Men for Historical Documentary Film
Job Description
A historical documentary-style film is casting young male performers for featured extra and background extra roles. This project explores stories from the American Revolution era and requires talent who can authentically portray period-appropriate characters. Filming will take place across multiple Virginia locations, with flexible scheduling based on role type.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray historical figures or townspeople in Revolutionary War–era scenes
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Follow direction for non-speaking, natural background action
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Maintain historically accurate appearance and movement
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Participate in ambient sound recording as needed
Requirements
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Male performers ages 18–40
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Caucasian males preferred for historical accuracy
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Dark hair preferred; longer hair that can be pulled into a short ponytail is a plus
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Must be willing to be clean-shaven or wear a period wig
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No visible tattoos or piercings
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Comfortable working in historically themed scenes
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Flexible availability during the filming window
Compensation
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Featured extras: $300 for up to 10 hours
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Background extras: $225 for up to 10 hours
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Fitting pay available if required