Casting Call: Background Talent for Barber Shop Scene in Atlanta
Job Description:
Ava Grace Casting is seeking clean-cut male background actors to appear in an upcoming project. We’re looking for individuals with a commercial look, a great smile, and a professional demeanor to shoot barber shop scenes in Atlanta and surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain on-set experience in a buyout role.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a patron in a barber shop setting.
- Follow directions from the production team to ensure smooth filming.
- Exhibit a friendly, polished look on camera.
Requirements:
- Must be male, aged 20s to 60s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Must be local to Atlanta or able to work as an Atlanta local hire.
- Clean-cut appearance with a commercial-friendly look.
Compensation Details:
- $200 for up to 6 hours of work.
- Buyout terms apply.
- Meals provided during shoot hours.
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