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Joseph (True Crime Reenactment Role)
Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Joseph in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity is seeking a performer who can bring authenticity and emotional realism to a college-age character in dramatic scenes. The role includes scripted violence, so comfort with sensitive true crime content is required.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Joseph in scripted true crime reenactment scenes
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Follow direction from the director and reenactment team
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Maintain continuity and natural reactions across multiple takes
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Participate in scenes involving scripted violence as directed
Requirements
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Pacific Islander male actor
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Must be able to portray ages 18–20s
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Sporty build with black hair and dark eyes
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Comfortable with scripted true crime reenactment content involving violence
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Must include any ASL experience in your submission (if applicable)
Compensation
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$200 per day
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Some travel included
Ben (True Crime Reenactment Role)
Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Ben in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity is designed for performers who can portray a college-age character with realism and emotional restraint in a dramatic storyline. The role includes sensitive content and requires comfort with physically grounded staging, including being found in a dorm room scene.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Ben in scripted true crime reenactment scenes
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Follow direction from the director and reenactment team
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Maintain continuity and realistic reactions across multiple takes
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Perform physically staged action as required for the scene
Requirements
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White male actor
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Full build
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Short, military-style haircut
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Able to portray ages 18–early 20s
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Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene
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Must include any ASL experience in your submission (if applicable)
Compensation
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$200 per day
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Some travel included
Eric (True Crime Reenactment Role)
Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a deaf male actor to portray Eric in a scripted reenactment role. This paid opportunity focuses on authentic representation and requires fluency in American Sign Language. The role includes scripted violence and dramatic moments, with ASL conversations central to the scenes. This is a strong fit for performers who can bring emotional realism and depth to a college-age character portrayal.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Eric in scripted true crime reenactment scenes
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Perform American Sign Language on camera as part of key story moments
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Follow direction from the director and reenactment team
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Participate in dramatic scenes that may include staged violence
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Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
Requirements
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Deaf male actor
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Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
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Able to portray ages 18–early 20s (college-aged)
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Thin build with short light hair
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Comfortable performing scripted reenactment content involving violence
Compensation
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$200 per day
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Some travel included
Black Male Stand-In (TV Production)
Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This is a paid, non-union stand-in opportunity for experienced, reliable talent who can closely match the actor’s complexion and hair color and remain flexible with call times. Local hires only.
Job Responsibilities
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Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups, rehearsals, and camera tests
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Match the actor’s look for continuity (complexion and hair color)
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Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team
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Remain on standby and available for a full production day as needed
Requirements
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Black male
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Height: 5’11″–6’1″
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Must closely match the actor’s complexion and hair color from the reference photo
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Must be able to work as a local hire in the Franklin, TN area (Nashville area)
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Must be available regardless of call time and able to commit to a 12+ hour day if needed
Compensation
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$189 for 12 hours (time-and-a-half after 12 hours)
Non-Speaking Families & Couples for Airline Cabin Production
Job Description
A non-union airline cabin production is seeking experienced actors with authentic, real-life relationships for a filmed project. Casting is looking for two families (one parent with two children) and additional real couples, friends, or partners who can bring natural chemistry to non-speaking scenes set inside an airplane cabin. This is a paid opportunity for Chicago-based talent who can work locally without travel or accommodations provided.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform in non-speaking airline cabin scenes with natural, believable reactions
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Work comfortably in a tight, airplane-style set environment
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Follow direction from the director and production team during filming
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Maintain continuity and realistic relationship dynamics across multiple takes
Requirements
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Must be based in Chicago, IL (local hire only; no travel/accommodations provided)
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Experienced actors with authentic relationships encouraged to apply
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Families needed: 1 parent with 2 children (kids ages 5–7)
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Additional talent: real romantic couples, friends, or partners
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Must be comfortable performing non-speaking roles on camera
Compensation
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Paid non-union project (rate provided upon selection)
Advanced Figure Skaters & Ice Hockey Players (Commercial)
Job Description
A major insurance commercial is casting advanced to professional figure skaters and experienced ice hockey players for a high-energy shoot in New York City. This paid opportunity is open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent who can perform confidently on ice, take direction quickly, and deliver authentic athletic action on camera. Some roles may include stunt-style falls and dynamic skating sequences.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform advanced figure skating or ice hockey action on camera
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Follow direction from the director and stunt/sports coordinators
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Execute multiple takes with consistent speed, form, and timing
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Hockey players may perform controlled falls or on-ice action as scripted
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Attend a fitting and be available for callbacks as needed
Requirements
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Must be a NYC local hire
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Open to SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent
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Figure Skaters: all genders and ethnicities; must have advanced figure skating experience
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Ice Hockey Players: experienced players; must have advanced hockey skills
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Comfortable skating at a professional level in a filmed environment
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Must be available for scheduled shoot days, fitting, and callback
Compensation
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SAG-AFTRA session: $822.30 per session
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Additional residuals possible if featured in the final cut as an on-camera principal
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Network use may apply (details shared if selected)
Newborn Babies (Tech Commercial)
Job Description
A major tech brand commercial is seeking newborn babies for an upcoming shoot. This paid opportunity is open to families with newborns who are comfortable participating in a professional, child-friendly production environment. The shoot will focus on natural, lifestyle moments and will be handled with care and flexibility for parents and infants.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear on camera in simple, natural commercial scenes
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Be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times
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Participate in a calm, baby-safe filming environment
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Follow light direction from the production team through the parent/guardian
Requirements
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Newborn babies
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Parent or legal guardian must submit on behalf of the child
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Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, Texas
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Comfortable participating in a commercial production setting
Compensation
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Paid commercial opportunity (rate provided if selected)
Dark-Skinned Female Model (Music Video)
Job Description
A music video production is seeking a dark-skinned female model for a paid on-camera role. This is a great opportunity for confident, camera-ready talent who can bring strong presence, style, and personality to a professional music video shoot.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear on camera in a music video performance or lifestyle scene
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Follow creative direction from the director and production team
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Maintain a polished, camera-ready look throughout the shoot
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Bring confidence, energy, and natural movement to each take
Requirements
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Dark-skinned female model
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Comfortable working on camera in a music video setting
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Professional attitude and ability to take direction
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Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia
Compensation
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Paid music video role
Youth Sports Teams & Players (Major Bank Commercial)
Job Description
A major bank commercial is casting youth athletes and teams for a paid, time-sensitive shoot. Production is looking for pee wee football players and real baseball and softball teams to bring authentic energy and game-day excitement to a commercial campaign. This opportunity is ideal for Los Angeles-based families and teams ready to work quickly and professionally on set.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in on-camera sports action for a commercial shoot
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Follow simple direction from the production team during gameplay-style scenes
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Arrive on time with a positive attitude and team-ready energy
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Work with coaches/guardians to keep scenes organized and consistent
Requirements
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Must be based in Los Angeles, CA (local hire)
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Pee wee football players ages 3–5
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Boys baseball teams ages 10–13
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Girls softball teams ages 10–13
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Comfortable being filmed in a sports setting
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Parent/guardian required for minors; coach/guardian support required for teams
Compensation
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Paid commercial opportunity (rate shared if selected)
Paid Weight Loss & Fitness Program Participants (Ages 30–50)
Job Description
A paid fitness transformation project is seeking real people in the Greater Toronto Area who are motivated to lose weight for health and lifestyle reasons. This opportunity follows participants through a structured 15-week program with coaching, progress check-ins, and filmed moments that may be used in a commercial-style campaign. No acting experience is required—just a positive attitude, comfort on camera, and a genuine commitment to improving your health.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in a 15-week paid fitness and weight loss program with coaching support
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Complete regular progress check-ins and weekly content submissions (photos and weight updates)
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Take part in scheduled filmed workouts and content capture days
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Attend brief online and in-person sessions as required by the production schedule
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Communicate consistently with the coach and production team throughout the program
Requirements
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Ages 30–50
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Must live in the Greater Toronto Area and be able to film in Toronto
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Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Comfortable being filmed and interviewed (no acting experience needed)
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Must be available for:
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A short online interview if shortlisted
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An introduction call in late February
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An in-person “before” shoot (1 day) in mid-February
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The full 15-week program (late February to mid-June)
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An in-person workout/content capture day (date TBD)
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An in-person “after” shoot (2 days) during the week of late June
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Compensation
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Receive $5,000 for participating in the 15-week program
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Total compensation range: $5,000–$9,500 (based on selection and campaign inclusion)
