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$300/Day Casting Call for 1860s Civilian Men Types

1860s Period Actor for Historical Shoot

Job Description
Casting is underway for a period production seeking male talent to portray 1860s civilians. This one-day shoot is perfect for performers with historical reenactment experience or those who can bring authenticity to a rugged 19th-century character. Ideal candidates will have strong facial features and an “Irish” look, though all types are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Accurately portray a 19th-century civilian character

  • Wear period-appropriate costume (bring your own kit if available)

  • Follow on-set direction for historically inspired performance

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–50

  • Must reside in or near Connecticut

  • Comfortable with outdoor and period-style shoots

  • Tough, rugged look preferred

  • “Irish” look is a bonus but not required

Compensation

  • $300 for a 10-hour day

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Family Roles for Non-Union Political Project

Job Description
A non-union political project is seeking individual performers or real families for an upcoming on-camera shoot. This project focuses on authentic, relatable family dynamics and is ideal for talent who can deliver natural performances in a straightforward, real-world setting. Self-tape auditions are required for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in a political project portraying a family unit

  • Deliver natural, unscripted or lightly directed performances

  • Participate in filming during the scheduled production window

  • Follow creative direction from the production team

Requirements

  • Open to individual submissions or real families

  • Mom roles: ages 30–50, all ethnicities

  • Dad roles: ages 30–50, all ethnicities

  • Boy roles: ages 10–15, all ethnicities

  • Comfortable performing on camera

  • Must be available during the filming week

Compensation

  • $1,000 per performer

  • Includes one-year usage for TV and digital

  • Paid non-union project

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Male Actor for True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation is seeking a male actor to portray a featured character in an upcoming television episode. This role appears in a dramatized recreation with light dialogue and focuses on physical presence rather than scripted performance. Ideal for performers with an athletic build and a natural, expressive look.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured character in a true crime reenactment

  • Perform light speaking moments as required

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Participate in scheduled shoot time as assigned

Requirements

  • Male actor

  • White hair, curly blonde hair, white hair, or gray hair

  • Athletic build, dancer-like physique preferred

  • No dancing required

  • Comfortable appearing in a true crime recreation setting

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • $100 per day

  • One scene, speaking role

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Child Photo Double for Television Series

Job Description
A major television production is seeking a young boy to work as a photo double in an upcoming shoot. This role is ideal for children who closely match specific physical requirements and can stand in for a principal child performer. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for first-time talent.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a child actor on set

  • Match the lead child’s look for camera and lighting setups

  • Follow simple on-set direction with parent or guardian present

  • Be available for scheduled production needs

Requirements

  • Boys with blonde hair

  • Height between 3’8″–4’2″

  • Weight between 55–65 lbs

  • Shirt size 6/7

  • Shorts size 6

  • Shoe size: Kids 2

  • Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

  • Parent or guardian must be available to communicate and accompany child

Compensation

  • Paid photo double role

  • Union and non-union talent welcome

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Child Actor Commercial Role

Job Description
A paid commercial project is seeking child actors to portray warm, bubbly kids in a family-focused pharmacy commercial. This role is ideal for young performers who are comfortable on camera and can deliver natural, joyful performances in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for a commercial shoot

  • Portray a friendly, everyday family dynamic

  • Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

  • Boys or girls ages 7–15

  • Comfortable on camera

  • Warm, energetic, and expressive personality

  • Able to work on a professional set

Compensation

  • $400 per day

  • Paid commercial role

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
An independent horror film is seeking talented actors for featured speaking roles in an upcoming production. This project is looking for expressive performers who can bring depth, intensity, and realism to suspense-driven scenes. Filming will take place in Texas, and selected talent will work closely with the creative team to bring this chilling story to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for a narrative horror film

  • Collaborate with directors and cast during rehearsals and filming

  • Deliver emotionally grounded performances suitable for suspense and investigative roles

  • Participate in on-set production activities as scheduled

Requirements

  • Open to actors of all experience levels

  • Strong acting ability and comfort performing dramatic scenes

  • Availability during the filming schedule

  • Must meet role-specific age ranges

  • Ability to follow direction and work well in a collaborative environment

Compensation

  • Paid roles

  • Competitive compensation based on role and experience

  • On-set credit provided

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Photo Double / Stand-In for Feature Production

Job Description
A production is casting a photo double and stand-in for a well-known male celebrity for an upcoming shoot. This role is ideal for talent who closely match specific physical measurements and can professionally stand in for lighting, camera blocking, and scene setup. Precision in look and size is essential for this on-set role.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double and stand-in during filming

  • Match the lead performer’s physical profile for camera and lighting setups

  • Remain available and responsive to on-set direction

  • Maintain a professional presence throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male talent

  • Height: 6’1”

  • Waist: 36 inches

  • Jacket size: 48

  • Neck: 18.5 inches

  • Strong physical resemblance and build match required

  • Must be available for the scheduled shoot day

  • Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • Paid stand-in / photo double role

  • Professional on-set experience

  • Compensation provided for shoot day

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Male Photo Double for Television Series

Job Description
A network television series is casting a male photo double to match a principal actor for an upcoming shoot. This role requires close physical and hair resemblance to ensure visual continuity in photographed and on-camera scenes. Ideal for performers who are detail-oriented and comfortable standing in for an actor during production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a principal actor

  • Match hair, size, and overall appearance for continuity

  • Stand in during setups, lighting, and select shots

  • Follow precise direction from the production team

  • Remain on set for the full duration as required

Requirements

  • Male performers ages 20–45

  • Hair match is critical

  • Height around 5’9”

  • Approximate weight of 170 lbs

  • Men’s suit or dress size: Medium

  • T-shirt size: Small/Medium

  • Pants size: 31/32

  • Must be local to the Franklin, TN area

  • Able to commit to a full 12-hour on-set day

Compensation

  • $200 for up to 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 12 hours

  • Paid non-union role

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Male Actor for True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray a featured character in scripted dramatic scenes. This role requires a strong physical resemblance to a reference look and the ability to perform intense, story-driven material. The production is seeking a confident performer who can handle emotionally heavy content in a professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured character in a true crime recreation series

  • Perform scripted dramatic scenes with realism and intensity

  • Match specified hair and facial hair styling for continuity

  • Follow direction closely during reenactment sequences

  • Maintain professionalism on a fast-paced set

Requirements

  • Male performers in their early 30s

  • Must closely resemble a provided reference look

  • Comfortable performing scripted violence and crime-related content

  • Must be able to drive and hold a valid driver’s license

  • Reliable, professional, and able to take direction

  • Acting experience or demo footage preferred

Compensation

  • $200 per day worked

  • Hotel accommodations provided

  • Paid non-union television role

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Family Roles for Political Project (Parents and Child Actor)

Job Description
A non-union political project is casting talent to portray a realistic family unit for an upcoming filmed production. The project is seeking a mom, dad, and young boy to appear in authentic, story-driven scenes designed for television and digital use. Real families and groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray family members in scripted political campaign scenes

  • Perform natural, conversational on-camera moments

  • Follow creative direction during self-tape and filming

  • Work collaboratively as a family or group on set

Requirements

  • Mom: any ethnicity, ages 30–50

  • Dad: any ethnicity, ages 30–50

  • Boy: ages 10–15 (middle school age), any ethnicity

  • Comfortable appearing on camera for a political-themed project

  • Available to film during the scheduled production window

  • Self-tape submission required for consideration

Compensation

  • $1,000 per performer

  • Usage included for television and digital platforms

  • One-year usage term

  • Paid non-union roles

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Child Actors Ages 1–5 for Major Television Series

Job Description
A major television series is casting young children to appear in upcoming episodes filming over multiple dates. This opportunity is open to toddlers and young children with no prior acting experience required. The production is seeking natural, expressive kids who can be comfortable on set with parent or guardian support.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in scripted television scenes

  • React naturally in age-appropriate moments

  • Work with parents or guardians and production team on set

  • Follow simple on-set direction in a safe, supervised environment

Requirements

  • Children ages 1–5

  • Open to all backgrounds and ethnicities

  • No acting experience required

  • Must be local or eligible to work as a local hire

  • Parent or legal guardian must be available for all filming

Compensation

  • Paid child acting role

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Job Description
An independent horror film is casting multiple principal roles for a non-union narrative project. The story follows a documentary crew investigating a series of past massacres, only to discover that the danger may not be over. This project offers paid roles for emerging actors interested in character-driven horror storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray scripted characters in an independent horror film

  • Perform emotionally engaging and suspense-driven scenes

  • Collaborate closely with the director and ensemble cast

  • Participate in on-location filming

  • Follow creative direction and production guidelines

Requirements

  • Non-union performers

  • Ability to portray characters within the specified age ranges

  • Strong acting skills and comfort working in a horror genre

  • Reliable, professional, and able to work as part of a team

Available Roles

  • Ethan (Male, 22–24): A driven and ambitious film student, confident and charming but manipulative and controlling. Serves as the natural leader and director of the group.

  • Corey (Male, 22–24): A film student and cameraman with a love for horror. Quietly observant, creative, and kind-hearted.

  • Tosh (Female, 22–24): An actress and model hosting the documentary. Confident, sharp, guarded, and intelligent with a rebellious edge.

  • Sasha (Female, 20–22): A writing student who is warm, bubbly, curious, and highly intelligent. Passionate about myths and local legends and serves as the emotional center of the group.

Compensation Details

  • $100 per day

  • Meals provided

  • Screen credit included

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TV Show Character Actor Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is seeking distinctive, character-driven talent for a variety of roles in an upcoming series. This paid opportunity is open to performers with strong, gritty, or unique looks who bring real-world presence to the screen. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for new and experienced talent alike.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in character roles for a television series

  • Portray strong, realistic personalities with visual impact

  • Follow direction from the production team on set

  • Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Ages 20s–70s

  • Distinctive features or strong, gritty character looks encouraged

  • No acting experience required

  • Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

  • Comfortable being photographed and filmed with a serious expression

Compensation

  • Paid television roles (rate disclosed upon booking)

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08-29-2025

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