$400 HBO Documentary Recreation Casting Call for the Role of General Students

Casting Call for General Student Roles in HBO Documentary Recreation

Job Description
An HBO documentary recreation is casting five supporting roles for general high school students. These non-speaking roles offer a chance to be part of an emotionally impactful story inspired by true events. Students will be featured in scenes that range from joyful group moments to intense, fearful experiences in physically demanding conditions. Filming will take place in simulated snowy environments, requiring expressive performances and physical comfort in the cold.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school students engaging in both lighthearted and emotionally intense group scenes

• Participate in scenes involving simulated cold, snow, and crisis conditions

• React non-verbally to a range of emotions including excitement, fear, discomfort, and distress

• Collaborate with the production team to support the authenticity of the documentary recreation

Requirements

• Male or female presenting, must be 18+ and appear between 15–18 years old

• Caucasian

• Strong non-verbal acting skills required

• Comfortable working in cold, snowy conditions

• Must not be claustrophobic

• Willingness to portray emotionally sensitive scenarios with professionalism

Compensation

• $400/day + 20% agency fee

• Wardrobe stipend available if personal clothing is used

• Gear and haircut stipends provided if requested by production