Actors for True Crime Documentary Recreation
Job Description
A gripping true crime docu-series is casting actors for reenactment scenes based on the Ted Bundy investigations. Filming will take place across multiple locations in Salt Lake Valley, Utah. This is a paid opportunity for local actors to portray real-life individuals in cinematic, interview-supported reenactments. Some roles involve night shoots and split days, with meals provided on set.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform non-speaking reenactment scenes that visually support documentary interviews
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Embody the physical look and period-accurate style of real-life individuals from the 1970s
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Take direction for blocking, emotional expression, and continuity
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Work with costume and production teams to authentically portray assigned roles
Requirements
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Ted Bundy: Male, 5’11”, 145–170 lbs, blue eyes
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Victims: Female, 18–24, brunette with long hair parted down the middle
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Detectives: Male, 30s–50s, 1970s business/professional appearance
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Police Officers: Male, fit/average build, 70s-era police uniform look
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Older Couple: Male and female, 60s–70s, any ethnicity
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Bundy’s Girlfriend: Female, 20s–30s
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Aspen Summit Extras: Male, various ages, 70s business attire
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Must be a local Utah hire and available for scheduled shoot dates
Compensation
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$150/day for all background reenactment roles
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$200/day for the Ted Bundy role
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Meals provided, with possible night shoots and split scheduling
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