$250/Day Documentary Casting Call for a Body Double

Body Double/Featured Background for Documentary

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a non-union male body double to portray a high school student in a documentary for a major streaming service. The role will primarily feature back and side shots, with the possibility of some recognizable on-camera moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for a high school student role

• Perform in background and over-the-shoulder shots

• Work closely with the production team to match the look and style of the character

• Be available for both scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Male, ages 18–25

• Caucasian, Mediterranean, Hispanic, or Middle Eastern appearance

• Height: 5’9” to 6’1”, slim build

• Brown hair styled in an 80s/early 90s clean cut, short to medium length (not a mullet)

• Dark, thick eyebrows preferred

• Must be 18+ to submit and a local hire in San Diego, CA

Compensation

• $250 for 5 hours

• Professional credit on a streaming service documentary

• On-set production experience

Photo Double and Child Actor Roles for True Crime Series

Job Description
Casting talent for a true crime documentary filming in Syracuse. Production is seeking a photo double for the lead role as well as multiple child actors for various supporting roles. These roles require authentic portrayals and availability during August and September. The project includes both speaking and non-speaking parts and offers a great opportunity for emerging and young performers to work on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a photo double for a lead character

• Participate in speaking or non-speaking scenes as directed

• Follow on-set instructions with professionalism

• Collaborate with crew and other cast members

• Maintain availability for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• African American Male, 20s, around 5’7”, to serve as a photo double (3 days of work)

• African American Boys, ages 5–7, to play younger versions of lead (non-speaking, 1 day of work)

• African American Girl, ages 4–6, outgoing, with speaking lines and 10 days of filming availability in August

• All child talent must have parental or guardian supervision and be available before the school year begins

Compensation

• Paid roles; specific rates not disclosed

• Photo double: 3 workdays

• Child roles: 1–10 days, depending on the role

Job Description

An upcoming feature-length docu-fiction film set in New York City is seeking talent. The story centers on a taxi driver who revisits moments of his life through powerful late-night encounters with a range of passengers. Blending documentary and fictional elements, the film aims to portray deeply authentic and emotionally resonant character interactions.

Producers are looking for confident, naturally curious, and engaging individuals to portray the various passengers. Strong improvisational skills, the ability to sustain meaningful conversations, and ease with unscripted dialogue are essential. This is a passion project, and filming will take place overnight in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters based on detailed personality breakdowns

• Engage in naturalistic, semi-improvised conversations during filming

• Work collaboratively with a small, creative film team

• Attend one rehearsal and complete one overnight filming session

• Bring authenticity, spontaneity, and character-driven depth to scenes

Requirements

We are casting the following non-union roles:

• Millennial Woman (20s–30s, Any Ethnicity): Confident, curious, disarming; grows more engaged during her ride.

• Young Balkan Man (Early 20s, Balkan): Newly arrived in NYC, reserved, must speak with a Balkan accent.

• Older Man (60s–70s, Middle Eastern or Central European): Physically imposing, loud, talkative, politically aware.

• Two NYC Hustlers (Late teens–early 20s, Any Ethnicity): Must know each other in real life; street-smart, high-energy, unpredictable duo.

Compensation

• Rate: $1,000 total per actor (includes one rehearsal + one overnight shoot)