Movie Casting PGH

1980s Father Type – Photo Shoot Casting Call

Job Description

A period photo shoot is casting a male actor to portray a 40–50-year-old father character for a featured photo session set in the 1980s. This role represents the father of one of the film’s main characters and requires a specific look to match the era.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for a stylized 1980s-era photo shoot

• Portray a detective or father figure with a grounded, professional look

• Collaborate with the hair and styling team for period accuracy

• Follow on-set direction for character poses and expressions

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, age range: 40s–50s

• Full head of hair required (no super short/military cuts)

• Must be willing to have hair cut or styled for period accuracy

• Must not have previously worked on the production

• Comfortable with the possibility of shaving if requested by the styling team

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours

• Featured photo shoot appearance for a major project

• Work with a professional period styling and creative team

Casting Male Actor to Portray 1980s Detective for Period Photo Shoot

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking a male actor to portray a 1980s-era father and detective/cop type in a period photo shoot. The shoot will be styled to match the look and feel of the 1980s, with wardrobe, grooming, and casting chosen to reflect the era. The selected talent will be featured in character as a law enforcement figure from that time period. This is a stand-alone photo shoot, not an on-camera role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1980s detective/cop for a stylized period photo shoot

• Follow grooming and styling direction to match the era accurately

• Be available for scheduling within the next 2–3 weeks

• Collaborate with the creative and hair team to achieve the correct look

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, appearing 40s to 50s

• Hair must be short or shaggy with a 1980s style—not modern military or close-cut

• Willing to have hair cut or trimmed by the production’s hair department

• Must be open to shaving if required for the look

• Cannot have previously worked on this show

Compensation

• $265 for a 12-hour shoot day

• One-day commitment for the shoot

• Non-union production with professional styling team

Casting Call for 1980s Detective/Cop Lookalike for Period Photo Shoot

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking a male actor to portray the father of a main character in a stylized 1980s period photo shoot. The role will capture the essence of a detective or cop from the era, with an emphasis on era-accurate hair and appearance. This opportunity is perfect for performers who can embody the gritty, authentic look of a 1980s law enforcement figure.

Job Responsibilities

• Pose for a photo shoot as a 1980s detective or police type

• Collaborate with the hair and wardrobe team for era-accurate styling

• Maintain availability for a TBD shoot date within the next few weeks

Requirements

• Caucasian male, age range 40s to 50s

• Must have shaggy or longer hair (not short or military-style); willing to cut or trim if needed

• Must be open to shaving if required for the look

• Cannot have previously worked on the same production

Compensation

• $265 for 12 hours of work