Day Players for Documentary Reenactment Project
Job Description
A documentary reenactment project titled Investigating the Supernatural: Angels & Demons is casting day players for October filming in the Virginia Beach area. This non-union production seeks talent to portray real-life inspired characters in dramatic reenactments for a feature-length investigative documentary.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform scripted reenactments with authenticity and emotional depth
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Collaborate with the director and production team to achieve narrative accuracy
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Deliver strong on-camera presence in short, focused shoot days
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Follow direction, maintain professionalism, and stay prepared for scenes requiring intensity and realism
Requirements
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[Maria] Female, 30–40, Hispanic; plain-looking wife and mother, meek and holy, targeted by demonic spirits
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[Richard’s Colleague] Male, 35–45, Caucasian; psychiatrist assisting with a supernatural evaluation
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[Catherine] Female, 35–45, Caucasian; housewife oppressed by demonic forces, emotionally vulnerable
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[Catherine’s Husband] Male, 45–55, Caucasian; supportive but desperate husband seeking help
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[Richard’s Wife] Female, 35–45, Caucasian; experiences a spiritual event with her husband
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[Sidney] Male, 20–30, Caucasian; friend present during a bombing in Jerusalem
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[Francis MacNutt] Male, 65–75, Caucasian; prominent Catholic priest, thin build, gray hair, peaceful and kind demeanor
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[Judith’s Father] Male, 50–60, Caucasian; estranged father trying to reconcile with his daughter
Compensation
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Day Players: $225/day (no travel)
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Leads: $600/day, Supporting: $300/day, Featured Extras: $150/day, Extras: $125/day
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Job Description
A production is seeking six actors to portray “Fake Rebels” in a social experiment-style project. Selected performers will participate in an interactive panel format where contestants share convincing fictional stories about being imprisoned on extremist-related charges. The panel will attempt to identify the one real rebel among a group of participants.
This role requires strong improvisational and storytelling abilities, as performers must convincingly present a fabricated backstory while engaging with panelists and other participants.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a believable “Fake Rebel” character during filming.
- Develop and deliver a convincing fictional story as directed by production.
- Participate in panel discussions and interactive questioning.
- Remain in character throughout the filming session.
- Follow production instructions and maintain professionalism on set.
Requirements
- Seeking 6 actors of all ethnicities.
- Open to performers of any age.
- Strong improvisation, acting, and storytelling skills preferred.
- Ability to confidently portray a fictional character in a social experiment setting.
- Must submit a recent photo, contact information, and requested application materials.
- Comfortable participating in discussions involving fictional criminal and extremist-related scenarios for entertainment purposes.
Compensation Details
- Rate: $150 flat rate.
- Filming duration: Approximately 4 hours.