Indie Feature Film Casting Call for “Menacing Patrolman Eating Baby”
Casting Call: Menacing Patrolman for Indie Feature Film
Job Description:
We are casting a Male SAG-AFTRA actor for a very featured background role in an indie feature film. The role requires an actor to portray a “Menacing Patrolman Eating a Baby” in a highly stylized and intense scene. We are looking for an actor with strong, menacing looks who is comfortable acting out this extreme scenario. This is a key background role that adds tension and drama to the film, and the actor must be fully committed to delivering a memorable performance.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a menacing patrolman in a unique and unsettling scene involving a baby.
- Work closely with the director to ensure the scene’s emotional impact and visual intensity.
- Follow all direction to create the desired menacing effect and tone for the film.
- Be comfortable with the content of the scene and act out the scenario convincingly.
- Participate as a very featured background actor in a visually striking sequence.
Requirements:
- Male, aged 25-50.
- Must be a SAG-AFTRA member in good standing.
- Must have a menacing look and strong on-camera presence.
- Comfortable with intense scenes and the specific context of this role.
- Must be based in Los Angeles and available for both day and night shoots.
- Must be able to provide recent photos (selfie, mid-body, and full body) and confirm comfort with the scene’s content.
Compensation:
- SAG-AFTRA rate: $216 for 8 hours of work.
- Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
- An exciting opportunity to play a highly featured role in an indie feature film, gaining exposure in a visually compelling scene.
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