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Job Description

Driskill Studios is casting paid principal actors for a narrative film project filming in Seguin, Texas. The production tells the story of a young woman facing an unexpected pregnancy and the people around her who either reject or support her journey. The film is being produced for a Christian nonprofit pregnancy care center and will be used for fundraising, promotional purposes, online distribution, and film festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character authentically and professionally.
• Attend rehearsals, callbacks, and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Memorize lines and collaborate with the director and cast.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• Participate in scenes requiring emotional depth and character development.

Requirements

Emma Hayes – Lead Role

• Female, ages 19–25.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Must portray emotional vulnerability, fear, defensiveness, and personal growth.
• Lead role with approximately 4.5 filming days.

Jack Miller – Supporting Role

• Male, age 20.
• Must portray a sincere and emotionally conflicted young father.
• Strong dramatic performance skills required.
• Approximately 3 filming days.

Kristy – Emma’s Mother

• Female, 40s.
• Ability to portray subtle emotional coldness and restraint.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Steve – Emma’s Step-Father

• Male, 40–50.
• Strong dramatic presence.
• Must portray a cold, decisive father figure.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Beth Miller – Jack’s Mother

• Female, 40–50.
• Warm, compassionate, and nurturing demeanor.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Don Miller – Jack’s Father

• Male, 40–50.
• Calm, practical, and supportive character portrayal.
• Approximately 1 filming day.

Rachel – STPCC Nurse

• Female, 30–40.
• Professional, trustworthy, and caring presence.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Mark – STPCC Male Advocate / Mentor

• Male, 45–55.
• Grounded, patient, and mentoring personality.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Compensation Details

• Emma Hayes: $1,800
• Jack Miller: $1,150
• Kristy: $325
• Steve: $400
• Beth Miller: $325
• Don Miller: $500
• Rachel: $400
• Mark: $300
• Housing may be provided for cast and crew if needed.
• Meals provided on set (two meals per day plus snacks and craft services).
• Travel reimbursement is not provided.