“Hershey” Casting Call for Musicians

Musicians Needed for Feature Film Performance

Job Description
A major feature film is casting male musicians, ages 18 and older, to pantomime playing instruments on screen. This is a unique opportunity for real musicians to perform in a cinematic setting without needing to play live. Filming will take place in Ligonier, PA, and selected talent must be available for a full shoot day and an advance fitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Pantomime performance with assigned instrument on camera

• Maintain professional and disciplined energy during long on-set hours

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Collaborate with film crew for accurate visual representation of musical performance

Requirements

• Male, 18+ years old

• Must be a real musician with experience on one of the following instruments:

  • Tuba

  • French Horn

  • Cymbals

  • Trumpet

  • Snare Drum

  • Upright String Bass

• Must be fully available for a 12–14 hour shoot day

• Comfortable on camera and capable of following direction

• Ability to attend a wardrobe fitting in advance of filming

Compensation

• Flat rate of $400

• One-day film shoot

• Opportunity to be featured in a professional feature film production

String Instrument Players for Feature Film “HERSHEY”

Job Description
A major feature film is casting male musicians to portray classical string players in a visually rich performance scene. Talent must be skilled in either the violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Though no live performance is required, you will be miming the instrument authentically on camera. This is a paid background opportunity with filming taking place in Pittsburgh and Shadyside, PA.

Job Responsibilities

• Mime playing your string instrument in a cinematic orchestral scene

• Follow direction for timing and movement that matches the musical rhythm

• Be present and prepared for a full-day shoot, including potential night scenes

• Arrive fitted and costume-ready (costumes will be provided by production)

Requirements

• Male, age 18+

• Must have experience playing either violin, viola, cello, or double bass

• Comfortable miming convincingly on camera

• Must be fully available for the filming date

• Filming locations: Pittsburgh, PA (May 16) or Shadyside, PA (May 21)

• Different talent needed for each date

Compensation

• $400 for up to 12 hours

• Paid costume fitting included

• On-set experience in a feature film production