PBS

Job Description

A historical documentary is seeking an African American male actor for the role of Jacob in an upcoming non-speaking cinematic reenactment filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The project focuses on recreating true 18th-century stories that reflect resilience, love, and endurance through expressive, visual storytelling.

The ideal candidate will portray a character rooted in emotional strength and quiet dignity, conveying deep emotion through presence and movement rather than dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Jacob, an enslaved man and husband to Dinah, father to Bess.

• Perform in a non-speaking reenactment, conveying emotion and story through body language and facial expression.

• Participate in filming and take direction from the director and production team.

• Maintain professionalism and emotional depth throughout the production.

Requirements

• Ethnicity: Black / African American

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: Around 30

• Character Traits: Physically frail or partially disabled, emotionally strong, gentle, deeply loyal, and expressive.

• Location: Must be a local hire in Philadelphia, PA.

• Union Status: Non-Union

Compensation

• Rate: $300 per day