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“Brownie” Casting Call for Homeless Woman
Job Description
Casting is underway for “Brownie,” a short film written and directed by Curtis Adair, shooting October 14th in Savannah, Georgia. The production is seeking a featured extra to play a homeless woman. Set in 1901, the film follows a photographer in the Jim Crow South facing a moral crisis after the first Kodak Brownie camera is released to the public. The role calls for a dark-skinned African American woman aged 20-39 with a period-appropriate look for 1901.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a featured extra in the short film “Brownie”
- Maintain a period-appropriate appearance for a 1901 setting
Requirements
- Dark-skinned African American woman, aged 20-39
- Natural hair colors, no piercings, no visible tattoos
- Available to work local hire to Savannah, GA on October 14th
- Submit name, age, height, phone number, city, tattoo locations, and headshot plus full-body photo
Compensation
- $125 for 8 hours
Restaurant Patrons for Docufilm “Helen and Edgar”
Job Description
The non-union docufilm Helen and Edgar is now casting background actors to portray restaurant patrons for scenes filming in Midway, Georgia, just south of Savannah. Directed by George Dawes Green and Kristjan Thor, the project tells a Southern Gothic story set in the 1960s. Casting directors are seeking men and women with natural, period-appropriate looks for this paid filming opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray restaurant patrons in background scenes
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
- Participate in 1960s-themed scenes and atmosphere
- Arrive camera-ready with natural hair and appearance
Requirements
- Men and women ages 20–80
- Open ethnicity
- Must have a natural look appropriate for the 1960s period
- No visible tattoos preferred
- Must be able to work local to Midway, Georgia
- Reliable transportation required
- Professional attitude and reliability expected
Compensation
- $100 for 8 hours
- Paid non-union background acting opportunity
- Work on a professionally produced docufilm project
Male Lead Actor for Student Thesis Film
Job Description
A student thesis film is casting a lead male actor for a powerful dramatic role filming in Savannah, Georgia. The story centers on a complex Appalachian man navigating personal struggles, faith, and a deteriorating marriage. This is a strong character-driven role ideal for actors looking to showcase emotional depth and intensity on screen.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the lead character “Wes” in a dramatic narrative film
- Deliver emotionally driven performances in dialogue-heavy scenes
- Collaborate closely with the director and production team
- Maintain character consistency throughout multiple shoot days
Requirements
- Male, ages 28–36
- Must be able to portray an Appalachian background
- Strong acting skills with ability to convey emotional complexity
- Comfortable with intense, dramatic subject matter
- Must be local to Savannah, Georgia
- Available for multiple filming days
Compensation
- $200 per day
- Lead role in a student thesis film
- No travel or lodging provided
