Casting Call: School Kids for DocumentaryÂ
Job Description:
We are casting for featured background roles as school kids in an upcoming documentary being filmed in the Nashville, TN area (Brentwood). The scene involves young students at an African American school in the 1960s during a tense and historically significant moment. The students will be part of a reenactment where antagonists arrive at the school, creating an emotionally charged atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray students at an African American school during the 1960s.
- Participate in a scene that involves a confrontation with antagonists who are threatening the school.
- Follow the direction of the production team to accurately convey the emotions and reactions of the students during this historical event.
- Maintain professionalism on set, particularly given the sensitive nature of the subject matter.
Requirements:
- Black girls and boys, aged 7 to 10 years old.
- Must be comfortable working in a scene with sensitive historical content.
- Parent or guardian must accompany the child on set and remain with them at all times.
- Must be able to work locally in the Nashville, TN (Brentwood) area; no transportation or accommodation will be provided.
- Must be available for the full day of shooting, with a tentative call time in the early morning (5:00am-6:00am).
Compensation:
- Rate: $125 for up to an 8-hour day.
- The opportunity to be part of an important and educational documentary, portraying a pivotal moment in history.
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Young Men for Historical Documentary Film
Job Description
A historical documentary-style film is casting young male performers for featured extra and background extra roles. This project explores stories from the American Revolution era and requires talent who can authentically portray period-appropriate characters. Filming will take place across multiple Virginia locations, with flexible scheduling based on role type.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray historical figures or townspeople in Revolutionary War–era scenes
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Follow direction for non-speaking, natural background action
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Maintain historically accurate appearance and movement
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Participate in ambient sound recording as needed
Requirements
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Male performers ages 18–40
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Caucasian males preferred for historical accuracy
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Dark hair preferred; longer hair that can be pulled into a short ponytail is a plus
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Must be willing to be clean-shaven or wear a period wig
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No visible tattoos or piercings
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Comfortable working in historically themed scenes
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Flexible availability during the filming window
Compensation
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Featured extras: $300 for up to 10 hours
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Background extras: $225 for up to 10 hours
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Fitting pay available if required