Background Actors Needed – Film Crew Types
Job Description
The BET+ series Diarra From Detroit Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray film crew types for interior biker bar scenes. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray film crew members such as Director, PA, Camera Operator, Sound, or Hair/Makeup team
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Participate in biker bar shoot with professionalism and authenticity
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Work under direction to support the scene atmosphere
Requirements
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All genders, all ethnicities
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Must be 18 or older
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Comfortable portraying crew members in a filming environment
Compensation
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$10.50 per hour
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$84 guaranteed for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours at time and a half
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Paid background role with national streaming exposure
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