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Young Men for Historical Documentary Film
Job Description
A historical documentary-style film is casting young male performers for featured extra and background extra roles. This project explores stories from the American Revolution era and requires talent who can authentically portray period-appropriate characters. Filming will take place across multiple Virginia locations, with flexible scheduling based on role type.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray historical figures or townspeople in Revolutionary War–era scenes
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Follow direction for non-speaking, natural background action
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Maintain historically accurate appearance and movement
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Participate in ambient sound recording as needed
Requirements
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Male performers ages 18–40
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Caucasian males preferred for historical accuracy
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Dark hair preferred; longer hair that can be pulled into a short ponytail is a plus
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Must be willing to be clean-shaven or wear a period wig
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No visible tattoos or piercings
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Comfortable working in historically themed scenes
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Flexible availability during the filming window
Compensation
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Featured extras: $300 for up to 10 hours
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Background extras: $225 for up to 10 hours
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Fitting pay available if required
Banking Commercial Customers
Job Description
A non-union banking commercial is casting on-camera talent to portray everyday customers using a credit union’s digital platforms. Scenes will feature talent interacting with a website/app on phones and a laptop, with scenarios centered on real-life moments like searching for a new home or moving into a new house. This is a paid commercial shoot in the NOVA/Tysons Corner area with worldwide, perpetual usage across major digital and promotional platforms.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a credit union customer naturally in a commercial setting
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Use a phone app/website on camera and interact with a laptop as directed
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Follow direction for simple, realistic actions (browsing, clicking, reading, reacting)
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Maintain a professional, friendly on-camera presence throughout filming
Requirements
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Non-union talent only
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Must be able to work in the Tysons, Virginia / Arlington area (exact location TBD)
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Comfortable performing natural, everyday actions on camera using digital devices
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Casting needs include:
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A mid-30s couple (real couple or two individuals)
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A younger woman
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An older man
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Must be available for the scheduled shoot day
Compensation
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$750 per actor (less agency fees)
Professional Banker Commercial Role
Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a male performer to portray a calm, trustworthy banker assisting in a problem-solving scenario. This role emphasizes subtle performance, confidence, and sincerity, with light physical comedy handled in a grounded, realistic way.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a professional banker in scripted scenes
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Deliver subtle, confident on-camera performance
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Perform light physical action naturally
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Follow direction while maintaining realism and composure
Requirements
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Male talent, ages 35–55
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Caucasian preferred
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Professional, polished appearance
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Comfortable wearing business attire
Compensation
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$1,000 per shoot day
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$600 usage (1-year, all media)
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Additional stills usage compensation applies
