Nancy Mosser Casting

Casting Call: Background Extras for Historical Feature Film

Job Description
A major motion picture chronicling the life and legacy of chocolate pioneer Milton Hershey is now casting background actors of all ages to portray townspeople, workers, and society figures from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Filming will take place throughout the Pittsburgh, PA area. This period piece will bring to life the inspirational story of Hershey’s rise from business failure to global chocolate icon, with a focus on his enduring contributions to education and community. Directed by Mark Waters and starring Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario, this production promises to be a landmark historical film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historically accurate characters in scenes set in the 1800s and early 1900s

• Wear time-period wardrobe, hair, and makeup with authenticity

• Follow direction and maintain continuity across long shoot days

• Attend mandatory costume fitting and hair/makeup consultation prior to filming

• Represent the tone and mood of each scene with professionalism

Requirements

• All ages welcome (minors must have a guardian present)

• Must have natural hair colors; no modern styles, false eyelashes, or visible tattoos

• Must be able to remove prescription glasses during filming

• Willingness to wear layered, period-specific clothing

• Must have transportation to locations within and outside of Pittsburgh

• Women: hair chin-length or longer, corset-wear required, waist sizes 29” and under especially needed

• Men: no shaved heads, must grow out hair/facial hair for styling, suit sizes 44 and under especially needed

Compensation

• $225 for 12-hour guarantee (overtime after 12 hours)

• $50 for mandatory costume fitting and consultation (2 hours or less)

Casting Call for Research Project Extras

Job Description
A cutting-edge security software company is seeking background talent for a research-based video shoot that will help develop technology to distinguish individuals from objects in high-risk environments like schools and retail spaces. This internal-use project will simulate real-world scenarios using airsoft equipment in a controlled, safety-monitored setting. All recordings are strictly for internal development and training purposes only.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in mock scenarios simulating real-world emergency response situations

• Follow direction for physical movement, staging, and placement during simulations

• Handle unloaded airsoft props under close supervision

• Support the goal of gathering realistic data for technology training

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years old

• Open to all body types, genders, and ethnicities

• Must be based near the Pittsburgh area and have reliable transportation

• Comfortable participating in simulated high-stress environments

• Must be willing to handle unloaded airsoft props under professional oversight

• Must not be triggered by or uncomfortable with scenarios mimicking school safety drills

Compensation

• $160 flat rate for 6 hours

• Meals/snacks not specified

Casting Call: Real Dads and Babies/Toddlers for Bank Commercial

Job Description
A national bank commercial is now casting real dads and their babies or toddlers for a heartwarming, non-speaking spot. This is a one-day shoot in Pittsburgh, offering excellent rates for local talent. Producers are looking for genuine parent-child duos to create a relatable and authentic moment on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial alongside your child as a real father-baby/toddler pair

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver natural, candid interactions

• Complete a brief wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

• Submit a self-tape if selected for the next casting round

Requirements

• Real dads with babies or toddlers

• Must be able to work as a local in Pittsburgh (no travel reimbursement)

• Must be available for one shoot day and a wardrobe fitting

Compensation

• $1,000 for dad

• $500 for baby/toddler

• Fitting required prior to shoot (April 22 or 23)

• Paid opportunity with non-union terms