Background Actors Casting Call for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film titled Denise Sans Denis is now casting a wide range of paid background roles in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This production is seeking non-union talent of all ethnicities and genders to portray various roles across multiple filming dates. Opportunities include teachers, students, spectators, swimmers, and specialty roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned background or featured roles on camera
- Follow direction from the production team
- Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
- Participate on selected filming dates only if fully available
Roles Casting
- Teachers (ages 30+)
- Students (ages 10–13, must have chaperone)
- Teachers with vehicles (+$40 bump if selected)
- Spectators (ages 18+)
- Swimmers (ages 25–40, strong swimmers, comfortable in swimwear, no visible tattoos)
- Special Role: 2 background actors (ages 60–80) for a closed-set scene requiring comfort with partial nudity (robes provided, no lower private parts shown, intimacy coordinator present)
Requirements
- Open to non-union talent
- All ethnicities and genders welcome
- Must be available for selected filming dates
- For vehicle roles:
- Vehicle must be 2015–2023
- No green cars
- Must be in good condition (no damage or rust)
- Submit photo, year, make, and model
- For student roles: must have a guardian present
Compensation
- $16/hour (4-hour minimum)
- Overtime if applicable
- +$40 vehicle bump (if selected)
- Special role (nudity): $275 flat rate
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Background Actors Casting Call for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film titled Denise Sans Denis is now casting a wide range of paid background roles in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This production is seeking non-union talent of all ethnicities and genders to portray various roles across multiple filming dates. Opportunities include teachers, students, spectators, swimmers, and specialty roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned background or featured roles on camera
- Follow direction from the production team
- Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
- Participate on selected filming dates only if fully available
Roles Casting
- Teachers (ages 30+)
- Students (ages 10–13, must have chaperone)
- Teachers with vehicles (+$40 bump if selected)
- Spectators (ages 18+)
- Swimmers (ages 25–40, strong swimmers, comfortable in swimwear, no visible tattoos)
- Special Role: 2 background actors (ages 60–80) for a closed-set scene requiring comfort with partial nudity (robes provided, no lower private parts shown, intimacy coordinator present)
Requirements
- Open to non-union talent
- All ethnicities and genders welcome
- Must be available for selected filming dates
- For vehicle roles:
- Vehicle must be 2015–2023
- No green cars
- Must be in good condition (no damage or rust)
- Submit photo, year, make, and model
- For student roles: must have a guardian present
Compensation
- $16/hour (4-hour minimum)
- Overtime if applicable
- +$40 vehicle bump (if selected)
- Special role (nudity): $275 flat rate
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray crowd members and interview participants in various scenes
- Follow direction from the production team during filming
- Maintain continuity and natural background performances
- Arrive in appropriate wardrobe consistent with the 1960s setting
- Remain professional and engaged throughout filming
Requirements
- Ages 18–70, all genders
- No prior acting experience required
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- Reliable and punctual
Compensation
- Unpaid opportunity
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray supporting characters in a narrative short film
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Requirements
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- Must be reliable and professional on set
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Compensation
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