Job Description
A historical documentary is seeking an African American male actor for the role of Jacob in an upcoming non-speaking cinematic reenactment filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The project focuses on recreating true 18th-century stories that reflect resilience, love, and endurance through expressive, visual storytelling.
The ideal candidate will portray a character rooted in emotional strength and quiet dignity, conveying deep emotion through presence and movement rather than dialogue.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray the character Jacob, an enslaved man and husband to Dinah, father to Bess.
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Perform in a non-speaking reenactment, conveying emotion and story through body language and facial expression.
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Participate in filming and take direction from the director and production team.
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Maintain professionalism and emotional depth throughout the production.
Requirements
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Ethnicity: Black / African American
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Gender: Male
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Age Range: Around 30
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Character Traits: Physically frail or partially disabled, emotionally strong, gentle, deeply loyal, and expressive.
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Location: Must be a local hire in Philadelphia, PA.
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Union Status: Non-Union
Compensation
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Rate: $300 per day
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Job Description
A new unscripted documentary series is now casting women who are currently living — or have previously lived — a “traditional wife” lifestyle. This project is a thoughtful, human exploration of why this lifestyle works for some women and why it may not for others.
The series is not a parody, political commentary, or hit piece. Producers are seeking authentic, real stories from women across a wide range of experiences, beliefs, and relationship statuses. Participants do not need a large social media following and are not expected to represent anyone but themselves.
Job Responsibilities
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Share personal experiences and perspectives on living a traditional wife lifestyle (past or present)
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Participate in on-camera interviews for an unscripted documentary series
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Provide honest and thoughtful reflections on identity, relationships, and lifestyle choices
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Maintain open communication with the production team
Requirements
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Women who are currently embracing the traditional wife lifestyle
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Women who have left the lifestyle (recently or long ago)
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Married, divorced, separated, or questioning
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Religious, secular, or anywhere in between
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Women who feel empowered, fulfilled, misunderstood, regretful, or conflicted about the experience
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Willingness to share personal story on camera
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Open to participants from various locations
Compensation Details
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Compensation details to be discussed with selected participants
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Opportunity to be featured in a professionally produced documentary series
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All inquiries kept confidential


