Job Description

A SAG-rate vertical thriller series is seeking actors for lead and supporting roles in The Trail, a suspenseful mystery centered on a young woman investigating the disappearance of her best friend after a hiking trip takes a dark turn. The production is searching for performers with strong emotional depth, compelling screen presence, and the ability to bring tension and intrigue to a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a thriller and mystery-focused series.
• Attend scheduled filming and production activities.
• Deliver emotionally engaging and authentic performances.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members.

Available Roles

Jen (Lead)

• Female, age 19
• Smart, curious, and fiercely loyal
• Determined to uncover the truth behind her friend’s disappearance
• Brown hair, expressive eyes, natural and athletic appearance preferred
• Strong emotional range required

Paula (Lead)

• Female, age 20
• Fun-loving, spontaneous, and outspoken
• Charismatic and energetic personality
• Blonde or light brown hair preferred
• Strong on-camera presence required

The Woman (Supporting)

• Female, ages 30–50
• Mysterious local resident connected to the trail
• Intelligent, intriguing, and subtle
• Dark brown hair preferred
• Must convey mystery and underlying tension

The Watcher (Supporting)

• Male, any age
• Mysterious figure who observes from a distance
• Face is never revealed on camera
• Strong physicality and ability to create tension through body language

Requirements

• Strong acting ability and emotional range.
• Comfortable performing in suspenseful and dramatic scenes.
• Ability to portray mystery, tension, and emotional depth.
• Professional attitude and reliability on set.
• Must submit a photo and contact information for consideration.

Compensation Details

• SAG rates paid.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected talent.

Real Calligraphers for Netflix Series “Free Bert”

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking a real calligrapher for a featured background role filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Casting directors are looking for experienced artists with strong penmanship and advanced calligraphy skills who can authentically perform their craft on camera. This role is ideal for professionals with experience creating hand-lettered artwork and expertise in traditional, modern, decorative, cultural, or specialty calligraphy styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured background performer in a Netflix series
• Demonstrate authentic calligraphy skills on camera
• Create hand-lettered work as required for filming
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Asian ethnicity
• Age 18+
• Must be a real calligrapher with professional or advanced experience
• Strong penmanship and lettering skills
• Experience with traditional, modern, decorative, cultural, or specialty calligraphy styles preferred
• Comfortable demonstrating calligraphy on camera
• Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area or surrounding rural areas
• Must not require travel or accommodations

Compensation

• Compensation TBD based on experience and specialty skills
• Featured background role

Clinic Crowd Member

Job Description

A production filming in Newmarket is seeking featured background talent to portray clinic visitors in a day shoot. Casting directors are looking for fresh faces who have not previously appeared on the production. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who can naturally portray patients, visitors, and community members in a healthcare setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a clinic visitor or patient in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive on time and remain available for the duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 30–40
• Diverse ethnicities encouraged
• Must be a new face to the production
• Must be approved by casting
• Available for filming in Newmarket on June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity

Patient

Job Description

A Newmarket production is casting featured background talent to portray patients in clinic scenes. Casting directors are seeking a variety of ages and ethnicities to help create an authentic healthcare environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient in clinic scenes
• Follow production and assistant director instructions
• Participate in background action as directed
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 18–60
• Diverse ethnicities encouraged
• Must be a fresh face not previously featured on the production
• Available June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background role

Volunteer

Job Description

A production filming in Newmarket is seeking background actors to portray volunteers in clinic scenes. This role will help create realistic and engaging healthcare-related environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a volunteer in clinic-related scenes
• Follow direction from production staff
• Participate in background activities as needed
• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Male or female talent
• Ages 30–40
• Caucasian
• Must be a new face to the production
• Available for filming on June 11

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity

Old Fashioned Faces for Music Video

Job Description

A music video for a well-known alternative artist is seeking unique individuals with old-fashioned looks to appear in supporting roles. Casting directors are looking for authentic faces and distinctive character types who can help bring a timeless aesthetic to the project. No previous acting experience is required. This paid opportunity is open to London-based talent ages 17–74.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in supporting roles within a music video production
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Contribute to the visual style and atmosphere of the project
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 17–74
• Must be based in London
• Distinctive old-fashioned or timeless appearance
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• No acting experience required
• Reliable and professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid music video opportunity

Upscale Literary Types for “SLIP”

Job Description

A production is seeking upscale non-union talent to portray sophisticated literary types for the project SLIP. Casting directors are looking for individuals who embody a creative, cultured, intellectual, and stylish aesthetic reminiscent of exclusive literary and artistic circles. Ideal candidates can authentically portray accomplished writers, artists, academics, publishers, and tastemakers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale literary and creative professionals on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Help create an authentic high-end intellectual social environment
• Maintain professionalism throughout fittings and filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent
• Creative, cultured, intellectual appearance
• Sophisticated and stylish personal aesthetic
• Able to portray writers, artists, academics, publishers, or tastemakers
• Comfortable working on a professional production set
• Available for both fitting and filming dates

Compensation

• Paid non-union opportunity

Real Kroger Pharmacy Customers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A commercial campaign is seeking real Kroger Pharmacy customers for a paid advertising project filming in the Cincinnati region, including Louisville, Indianapolis, Columbus, and surrounding areas. Casting directors are looking for authentic individuals who have a genuine connection with their Kroger pharmacist and can share their real experiences. This is an opportunity to appear in a professional commercial campaign scheduled to film in mid-July.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign as yourself
• Share authentic experiences related to Kroger Pharmacy services
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Attend scheduled filming dates if selected
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Open to all races, genders, and backgrounds
• Must know your Kroger pharmacist by name
• Must have a prescription for a GLP-1 medication OR have received respiratory vaccines within the last year (flu, COVID, or RSV)
• Must be available for filming in the Cincinnati region

Compensation

• Well-paid commercial opportunity
• Professional advertising campaign

Female Research Participants for Security Technology Project

Job Description

A security technology company is seeking local women for a paid research project in Pittsburgh’s North Shore area. Participants will help support the development of technology designed to distinguish people from objects in emergency situations within schools, hospitals, and retail environments. This is not traditional film or television extra work. The project involves walking short distances repeatedly while carrying various items during recorded scenario recreations in a school setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in recorded scenario recreations
• Walk short distances repeatedly while carrying various props and items
• Follow instructions from the research team
• Use a smartphone during portions of the project if needed
• Remain active and on your feet throughout the shift

Requirements

• Female
• Height: 4’11″–5’3″
• Slender to average build
• Age 18+
• Must have a smartphone
• No mobility limitations
• Must be local to the Pittsburgh area
• Reliable transportation required
• Must not have previously worked on this project in 2025 or 2026

Compensation

• $75 for a 2.5-hour shift
• Additional opportunity to book a separate 4-hour shift for $100