Pennsylvania Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

CASTING FEMALE NEWS REPORTER-TYPE FOR HORROR FILM — PAYS $200

• We’re looking for a Black, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, or Asian woman age 30-45 to portray a TV news reporter in the low-budget horror film “The Decedent,” filming in Pittsburgh. The rate is $200 for one day. 

You should have previous on-camera experience and be available to work as a local in the Pittsburgh area on either Dec. 10 or Dec. 11. There is no mileage, hotel, etc.

NOW CASTING EXPERIENCED ACTORS FOR LOW-BUDGET HORROR FILM “THE DECEDENT”

We’re currently casting several roles in “The Decedent” an upcoming film about the surprising legacy left by a recently deceased serial killer. The film shoots in Pittsburgh between Dec. 1 – 10. 

Pay is $200/day + 10% agency fee. Actors must be local to Pittsburgh, as there is no hotel, mileage, per diem, etc.

The film is written and directed by Andrew Bowser, former in-house auteur at Nerdist.com, and creator of several short films, including “Little Willy,” “Self-Tape,” and “Thrill Me.” You can see Andrew’s highlight reel at: https://vimeo.com/310227010

ROLES

• MARK: 30 to 40 years old, white, Black, or mixed ethnicity male. Police officer and former boyfriend of the lead, Bella. This clean-cut, square-jawed, former military-type responds to her call for assistance. Works 3 days.
• STEPHEN: 55 to 65 years old, white male. Bella’s loving father and owner of the funeral home. Warm personality and kind face. Grounded but a little aloof. Works 3 days.
• OTIS: 55 to 65 years old, white male. A dead serial killer who appears as a re-animated corpse. Should be able to deliver monologue almost as if it was something out of Shakespeare. No nudity, but must be comfortable wearing briefs while playing an embalmed corpse. Works 2 days.
• TEEN BOY: 18 to 22 years old, white male. A drug addict and thief who breaks into the funeral home to steal formaldehyde. Should be comfortable naturalizing written dialogue. Works 3 days.
• TEEN GIRL: 18 to 22 years old, white female. A drug addict who helps her boyfriend break into the funeral home to steal formaldehyde. Should be comfortable naturalizing written dialogue. Works 3 days.

PHOTO-DOUBLE NEEDED FOR “THE PALE BLUE EYE”!!

• Caucasian Male – Ages 50-70. Brown or Auburn hair. 5’7.5 – 5’9.5. Approx Sizes: Suit:42, Neck 15.5, Sleeve 31, Waist 34, Inseam 30 and Shoe 9.5.  

Must have TERRIFIC Availability week-days between Late November-Mid-February to film in various locations near Pittsburgh to work 4-5 days total.  Some locations might be up to an hour outside so MUST have a vehicle to get to set.  No filming on Holidays or weekends. Current Work dates: 12/9, 12/13, 1/13, 1/31, 2/14 

Pays 200/12. 12 hr. pay guarantee. Expect 10-12 hour days. 

In line with the film industry standard for a safe workplace for all personnel, this production will require all performing artists (including background talent) and crew members in the performance zone to be vaccinated, and to provide proof to the Health and Safety Department before their first day of work. 

Covid testing with Production will be required prior to scheduled work dates. Covid testing pays $50 when not working

CASTING NEW AND EXPECTANT MOTHERS FOR TV COMMERCIAL. RATE IS $1,500!

We’re looking for new and expectant mothers plus their families to appear in a healthcare commercial filming the week after Thanksgiving.

Filming will take place via Zoom webconference, so you won’t have to leave home. This is a nonunion commercial with no previous experience required. The rate is $1,500 per family/household. 

–REQUIREMENTS– 

You must be a PA resident and be available between 8AM – 4PM on at least one day between Nov. 29-Dec. 3.

You and your family should fit into one of the following roles:

• -Pregnant mom (at least 30 weeks along) + toddler (under 3 years old)
• -Interracial family (mom & dad) + baby (under 9 months old)
• -Lesbian couple + baby (under 1 year—twins would be amazing!) 
• -White, single mom + baby (under 1 year) + baby’s grandmother  
• -Black mom + baby (under 1 year) + baby’s grandparents 
• -Hispanic mom + baby (under 1 year) + older child (under 5 years)
• -Asian mom + baby (under 1 year) 

SKILLED BUGLER needed for Feature Film!! Male Ages 18-35. Works approx 12/6, 12/7, 1/13 and 1/18 but as with all film schedules those dates could shift so we need someone with a flexible schedule.  Pays $300 per day. MUST have a vehicle. Must also be available 11/22 and 11/23.

~In line with the film industry standard for a safe workplace for all personnel, this production will require all performing artists (including background talent) and crew members in the performance zone to be vaccinated, and to provide proof to the Health and Safety Department before their first day of work~

NEED PEOPLE OF ALL AGES FOR GAMING COMMERCIAL!! RATE IS $300!

We’re casting people ages 5 to 85 for an upcoming computer gaming ad campaign. The rate is $300 for approx. 4-5 hours on Tuesday, Nov. 16.

We’re looking for people of all ages, races, ethnicities, and sizes. You do not have to be a real gamer.

REQUIREMENTS

• -You must be available all day on Nov. 16. We don’t know your calltime, so you’ll need to be flexible. 
• -You must live in the Greater Pittsburgh area and have reliable transportation to set.
• -If you speak a foreign language, that’s a plus (but not required).

CORE MALE EXTRAS AGES 18-25 STILL NEEDED ON THE PALE BLUE EYE! 

Starring Oscar winner Christian Bale (The Dark Knight, The Fighter) & Harry Melling (The Queen’s Gambit). Directed by Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart, Out of the Furnace) 

The Pale Blue Eye takes place in 1830 at a military academy where a veteran detective attempts to solve a series of murders with help from a cadet who will later become world famous author, Edgar Allen Poe.

• Seeking Men Ages 18-25 to portray Cadets.  Must have Waist sizes 34 or larger. No Taller than 6’2.

IMPORTANT INFO!!!!

• 1. Filming in Pittsburgh weekdays from end of Nov–Mid-Feb. Pay is $168 for 12 hours. Expect 12hr work-days. We need Men with GREAT availability to work 5-8 days in that timespan.
• 2. There will be a MANDATORY Bootcamp on 11/22 & 11/23 to learn marches & drills.
• 3. Covid testing with Production will be required prior to Bootcamp, Fitting & scheduled work dates. Covid testing pays $50 when not working.
• 4. MEN WILL BE EXPECTED TO LET THEIR HAIR AND SIDEBURNS GROW. Our Hair & Makeup team will trim to match the time period.  Must be willing to shave facial hair, if needed
• 5. NO face, neck, chest or hand tattoos. No visible piercings.
• 6. Looking for Men with 34+ inch waists and 42+ inch suit/chest
• 7. In line with the film industry standard for a safe workplace for all personnel, this production will require all performing artists (including background talent) and crew members in the performance zone to be vaccinated, and to provide proof to the Health and Safety Department before their first day of work.

TEEN/YOUNG ADULT ATHLETES NEEDED FOR HEALTHCARE COMMERCIAL SHOOTING IN PITTSBURGH! RATE: $325!

SHOOTING IN PITTSBURGH AREA ON THURS NOV. 11 AND FRIDAY NOV. 12TH.  YOU WOULD BE NEEDED FOR JUST ONE DAY (ABOUT 6 hrs or less).

Must be real athletes who play team sports!  Must be local to the Pittsburgh area and have a reliable car or if a minor, a person who can drive you to set.

If you are in high school, you will have to miss school that day and will need to get a form filled out and signed by your parent/guardian and your school before the shoot date.

ROLES AVAILABLE:

• MALE FOOTBALL PLAYERS:  Ages 15-22 – All ethnicities – Athletic – Must be playing or have recently played team tackle football. If you have your own gear (cleats, shoulder pads, etc) that is a plus!  Shoots Thursday, Nov. 11th.
• MALE ICE HOCKEY PLAYERS: Ages 15-22 – All ethnicities – Athletic, good skaters – Must currently play or have recently played team ice hockey.  If you have your own skates, pads, sticks, that is a plus!  Shoots Friday, Nov. 12th.
• FEMALE SOCCER PLAYERS: Ages 15-22 – All ethnicities – Athletic – Must currently play or have recently played team soccer. Shoots Thursday, Nov. 11th.
• FEMALE BASKETBALL PLAYERS: Ages 15-22 – ALL ethnicities – Athletic – Must currently play or have played team basketball. Shoots Friday, Nov. 12th.

TEEN ATHLETES NEEDED FOR HEALTHCARE COMMERCIAL SHOOTING IN PITTSBURGH! RATE: $325!

SHOOTING IN PITTSBURGH AREA ON THURS NOV. 11 AND FRIDAY NOV. 12TH.  YOU WOULD BE NEEDED FOR JUST ONE DAY (ABOUT 6 hrs or less).

Must be real athletes who play team sports!  Must be local to the Pittsburgh area and have a reliable car or if a minor, a person who can drive you to set.

If you are in high school, you will have to miss school that day and will need to get a form filled out and signed by your parent/guardian and your school before the shoot date.

ROLES AVAILABLE:

MALE FOOTBALL PLAYERS:  Ages 15-19 – All ethnicities – Athletic – Must be playing or have recently played team tackle football. If you have your own gear (cleats, shoulder pads, etc) that is a plus!  Shoots Thursday, Nov. 11th.

MALE ICE HOCKEY PLAYERS: Ages 15-19 – All ethnicities – Athletic, good skaters – Must currently play or have recently played team ice hockey.  If you have your own skates, pads, sticks, that is a plus!  Shoots Friday, Nov. 12th.

FEMALE SOCCER PLAYERS: Ages 15-19 – All ethnicities – Athletic – Must currently play or have recently played team soccer. Shoots Thursday, Nov. 11th.

FEMALE BASKETBALL PLAYERS: Ages 15-19 – ALL ethnicities – Athletic – Must currently play or have played team basketball. Shoots Friday, Nov. 12th.

CASTING NEW & EXPECTANT MOTHERS FOR HEALTHCARE COMMERCIAL IN LANCASTER, PA — RATE: $840

We’re looking for pregnant women and new mothers (with their babies) to appear in a healthcare ad campaign filming in Lancaster, PA between Nov 7-9. No acting experience required. 

Rate is $840 for a half-day of filming.

REQUIREMENTS

These roles are open to women of ALL RACES AND ETHNICITIES who are 20+ weeks pregnant OR who have given birth in the past four months. **Your real-life partners—whether male or female—can also submit for this project.**

This is part of a regional hospital healthcare campaign showcasing real mothers — stretchmarks, scars, and all. So you should be comfortable with having your midsection photographed and/or appearing in photos with your baby. The final ads will appear on Instagram and on the hospital’s website.

You must be available for filming between Nov. 7-9 in Lancaster, PA. We don’t yet know which day you will work, so you should be available for all three days, for now.

Ideally, you live in or near Lancaster, but limited mileage reimbursement is available for people coming from nearby cities, including Philadelphia.