“Bridgeport” Horror Feature Film Casting Call for 1890’s Town Residents
Horror Film Background Actors for 1890s Period Movie
Job Description
A paid background acting opportunity is available for local talent in the Schenectady, New York area for a horror feature film. Casting is seeking performers to portray authentic 1890s town residents, including politicians, politicians’ spouses, and military personnel. Actors of all ethnicities and genders are encouraged to apply for immersive period scenes in a professionally produced horror movie.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray 1890s town residents in background scenes.
- Follow on-set direction from the production team.
- Maintain an authentic period appearance and performance.
- Work collaboratively with cast and crew throughout filming.
Requirements
- Must be able to work as a local hire in the Schenectady, New York area.
- Open to all ethnicities and genders.
- Men must be willing to receive a period-appropriate 1890s haircut.
- Men must be clean-shaven or willing to have facial hair styled to match the 1890s.
- No visible tattoos, especially on the neck or hands.
- Must not have wool allergies.
- Women must have natural hair colors and longer hair suitable for a 1890s setting.
- Must be comfortable wearing period costumes, including corsets, bustles, and layered wardrobe when applicable.
- Must be comfortable working around theatrical smoke.
Compensation
- $231 for up to 8 hours.
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Job Responsibilities
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Job Description
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Job Title: Young Basketball Looking Players
CASTING CALL — Chicago Nobodies
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Chicago Nobodies Feature Film
ROLES: Young Basketball Looking Player
SHOOT DATES: July 30
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the scheduled filming day. Call time is to be determined.
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $136.40/8 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
Young Basketball Looking Player
- Height: Not specified
- Weight: Not specified
- Male
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Stand-in experience required, if applicable: Not required.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply
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