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Background Actors for Short Film (Security Guard & Refugee Roles)

Job Description
A short film production is casting background actors in Lancaster, CA for multiple roles, including security guards and refugees. This project is seeking talent who can bring authenticity and realism to a narrative-driven film in a professional, non-union production setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either a security guard or refugee character on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Deliver natural and believable background performances
• Maintain professionalism and consistency on set
• Participate in scheduled scenes as required

Requirements

• Male and female, all ethnicities
• Comfortable portraying either authoritative or emotionally grounded roles
• Able to take direction and perform naturally
• Must be local to Lancaster, CA or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Security Guard: $100 for 5 hours
• Refugee: $75 for 4 hours
• Paid non-union background roles
• On-set film experience