$250 HBO Documentary Recreation Casting Call for the Role of Black Teens
Casting Call for Black Teen Female Background Role in HBO Documentary Recreation
Job Description
An HBO documentary recreation is now casting a background role for a Black female-presenting teen. This non-speaking part is a great opportunity to participate in a powerful, true-story-based production. The role will involve group scenes with other students, portraying emotional responses and physical activity in cold, snowy environments. Talent will support the authenticity and emotional tone of the story through expressive, silent performance.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear as a background student in group scenes set in school and snowy outdoor environments
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React to various emotional situations with believable, silent expressions
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Participate in simulated cold conditions with physical movement and activity
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Work closely with the cast and crew to enhance the realism of documentary recreations
Requirements
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Female presenting, Black, age 18+ (must appear as a teenager)
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Strong ability to convey emotion non-verbally
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Comfortable working in cold and physically active conditions
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Must not be claustrophobic
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Professional and collaborative attitude on set
Compensation
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$250/day + 20% agency fee
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Wardrobe stipend available if personal items are used
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Gear and haircut stipends provided if requested by production
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