Wayward Casting

Funeral Goers for Independent Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming independent feature film is casting background actors to portray funeral attendees for a pivotal scene. This is a short but meaningful shoot that will require participants to bring authenticity and subtle emotional depth to the atmosphere of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a funeral attendee with realism and respect

• Arrive dressed in appropriate funeral attire as directed

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Must be able to provide your own suitable wardrobe

• Comfortable performing as part of a somber scene

• Reliable and punctual for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $132.8 for 8 hours (overtime as applicable)

• Non-union background role

SFX Makeup Test Actress

Job Description
A feature film is conducting an SFX makeup test and is seeking a female actress with facial features similar to a reference image (to be provided upon application). The selected actress will sit for a professional SFX makeup session, during which various effects will be tested for the upcoming production. This is a short, paid session ideal for talent looking to work behind the scenes in the pre-production process of a major film.

Job Responsibilities
• Sit for approximately 4 hours as special effects makeup looks are applied and tested
• Collaborate with SFX artists and production team to evaluate makeup application results
• Maintain patience and stillness throughout the makeup process

Requirements
• Must closely resemble a specific reference look (details provided upon submission)
• Must be comfortable with extended makeup sessions
• Clear, recent photos showing facial structure must be submitted for consideration
• Prior SFX or makeup modeling experience is a plus but not required

Compensation
• $175 for a 4-hour session
• Opportunity to be part of pre-production work for a feature film

Animal Casting – Therapy Cat for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting a calm, well-socialized cat for a brief scene in a scripted movie. The selected feline will portray a therapy cat and should be comfortable being picked up, handled on set, and spending time in a baby stroller during filming. This role is ideal for cats with laid-back temperaments, particularly those similar to the Ragdoll breed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a therapy cat in a controlled film set environment

• Remain calm while being held or placed in a stroller during the scene

• Follow handler cues while on set with the production crew

• Participate in a brief on-camera appearance with minimal stress

Requirements

• Cat must be friendly, sociable, and tolerant of physical handling

• Ideal candidates should resemble or behave like a Ragdoll cat

• Must be able to hang out calmly in a baby stroller

• Owners must submit two recent photos and be available for a virtual audition

Compensation

• $350 for up to 4 hours of work

• Paid project with potential future opportunities for animal talent