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$750/Day Casting Call for African American Actresses

African American Actress Needed for Feature Documentary – Strongsville, OH

Job Description
A feature-length documentary is seeking an African American actress to participate in stylized reenactments. This role requires strong on-screen presence, but no spoken lines. The production will shoot for five half-day sessions, making this a great opportunity to gain experience and exposure in a high-quality documentary project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a character in stylized reenactment scenes
  • Follow direction from the production team for movement and expression
  • Participate in five half-day shoots during daytime hours
  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • African American actress, mid-20s to mid-30s
  • Any body type and hair style welcome
  • Must be comfortable expressing emotions without dialogue
  • Must be available for filming in Strongsville, OH

Compensation

  • $150 per half-day session
  • Total pay: $750 for five half-days
  • Experience working on a professional documentary production

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Casting Call – Body Double for Upcoming Documentary

Job Description
A major streaming service is casting a non-union body double for an upcoming documentary filming in San Diego, CA. The role is for a high school student and requires someone who matches the specific look and characteristics needed for authenticity on screen.

Job Responsibilities

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

  • Match the physical appearance and mannerisms required for the part

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure consistency in shots

  • Commit to all scheduled filming days with professionalism

Requirements

  • Male, appears between 18 and 25 years old

  • Ethnic appearance: Caucasian, Mediterranean, Hispanic, or Middle Eastern

  • Height: around 5’9” to 6’1” with a slim build

  • Hair: brown, short to medium length, 80s/early 90s style (clean cut with slight volume, not a mullet)

  • Dark, thick eyebrows preferred

  • Must be local to San Diego, CA (no travel or lodging provided)

  • Must be available September 1 and September 5, 2025

  • Must be 18+ to apply

Compensation

  • $250 per 5 hours

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Body Double for Documentary

Job Description
A new documentary project is seeking a non-union body double to portray a high school student for an upcoming shoot with a major streaming service. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-camera experience and build their portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the role of a high school student as a body double

  • Follow directions from the production team to ensure continuity and accuracy

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability during the shoot

  • Be available for both scheduled filming days

Requirements

  • Male, appears between 18–25 years old

  • Caucasian, Mediterranean, Hispanic, or Middle Eastern appearance

  • Height: 5’9” to 6’1”, slim build

  • Brown hair, short to medium length, 80s/90s inspired style, clean cut with light volume (not a mullet)

  • Dark, thick eyebrows preferred

  • Must be 18+ to apply

  • Local hire in San Diego, CA

  • Golf skills are a plus

  • Must submit recent unfiltered photos (no hats, no sunglasses, no filters) reflecting current look

  • Submission must include name, phone number, height, weight, and photos

Compensation

  • $250 for 5 hours of work

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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

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

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

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03-19-2025

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