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Feature Film Background Casting for Various Roles

Job Description

A feature film is now casting background actors for a variety of paid roles in Shreveport, Louisiana. Casting directors are seeking local talent to appear in The Wedding War, an upcoming feature film production. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring and experienced background actors to gain on-set experience while working on a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in various feature film scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled work.

Requirements

• Open to various background roles.
• Must be able to work in Shreveport, Louisiana.
• Reliable, professional, and available for production as needed.
• Previous acting experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Swing Dancers for Comedy Feature Film

Job Description

A comedy feature film is casting featured swing dancers for production in Shreveport, Louisiana. Casting directors are looking for enthusiastic dancers with experience in Lindy Hop, Charleston, or similar swing dance styles to appear in highly featured scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform swing dance routines during filming.
• Work with choreography and production direction.
• Maintain energy and authenticity throughout production.
• Be available for scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Ages 20–30s.
• Open to all ethnicities and genders.
• Experience in Lindy Hop, Charleston, or similar swing dance styles.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Burlesque Dancers for Comedy Feature Film

Job Description

A comedy feature film is now casting featured burlesque dancers for filming in Shreveport, Louisiana. Casting directors are seeking talented dancers with strong vintage-inspired performance skills who can bring energy, confidence, and stage presence to highly featured scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform burlesque dance routines for featured scenes.
• Follow choreography and production direction.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Help create an authentic vintage performance atmosphere.

Requirements

• Ages 20–30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Experience with burlesque performance or dance.
• Strong improvisation and stage performance skills are preferred.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Real Fortune Teller for Comedy Feature Film

Job Description

A comedy feature film is seeking a real fortune teller for a featured on-camera role in Shreveport, Louisiana. Casting directors are looking for a female performer of any ethnicity and age who can authentically portray a fortune teller in a featured scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fortune teller in a featured film scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Be available for filming in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Requirements

• Female talent of any age and ethnicity.
• Real fortune teller or someone able to authentically portray the role.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Shreveport, Louisiana.
• No acting experience required.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Drag Queen Performer for Comedy Feature Film

Job Description

A comedy feature film is casting a featured drag queen performer for an upcoming production in Shreveport, Louisiana. Casting directors are looking for an experienced performer who can portray Louisiana’s finest and most glamorous drag queen in a memorable speaking role. No acting experience is required, making this an exciting opportunity for talented performers to showcase their skills on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured drag queen in a speaking role.
• Perform as directed during key scenes.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring the character to life.
• Be available for filming in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Requirements

• Drag queen performer with a polished and confident stage presence.
• Able to portray a glamorous 1920s-inspired character.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Shreveport, Louisiana.
• No acting experience required.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Job Description:

On The Hunt Casting is seeking local talent in the Shreveport, Louisiana area for the upcoming SAG Low Budget feature film The Wedding War, directed by Hannah Dorsett and based on the novel by Liz Talley. The production is casting supporting roles, day players, featured background, and background performers for a comedic feature film filming from August 10 through September 2, 2026. This is a local hire opportunity with a wide variety of speaking and non-speaking roles available.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray assigned characters in the feature film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements:

Supporting Roles

• Andrew O’Rorke: Male, early 20s, any ethnicity (ideally biracial). Charming former athlete and young lawyer.
• Noah Layton: Male, 18+ to portray 16, Latino or White. Athletic baseball player.
• Charlotte: Female, 30s–40s, any ethnicity.
• Bridal Gown Associates #1–3: Female, 20s–30s, any ethnicity.
• Nenee: African American female, 20s–40s, strong comedic actor.
• Albert Brevard: White male, 70s.
• Aunt Margaret: White female, 70s–80s.

Day Player Roles

• Mirlande: Female, 30s–40s, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• School Administrator: Any gender, 35–45.
• Troy: Male, 40s–50s, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Jamaican Patois.
• Marc: Male, 30s–40s, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• Kervens: Male, 25–35, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• Parent: Female, 30s–40s, all ethnicities.
• Agent #1: Male, 30s–40s, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Stunt scene.
• Agent #2: Male, 35–45, Eastern European, Hispanic, or White. Stunt scene.

Featured Background

• Valet Guy.
• Emma’s Maid of Honor.
• Emma’s Bridesmaids.
• Andrew’s Groomsmen.
• Fortune Teller.
• Burlesque Dancers.
• Swing Dancers (Lindy Hop/Charleston experience preferred).
• Kit’s Groomsmen.
• Wedding Bartenders.

Background Performers

• Anne’s Party Guests.
• Noah’s Baseball Teammates.
• 1920s Period Waiters.
• Mel & Kit Wedding Guests.
• Wedding Guests.
• Bartenders/Caterers.

Additional Requirements:

• No travel or housing provided.
• Fluency in Haitian Creole or Jamaican Patois is required for applicable roles.
• Some roles involve stunt work with a stunt coordinator on set.

Compensation:

• IMDb credit (where applicable).
• Meals provided.

Supporting Roles & Day Players

• $834/day + 10% agency fee
• $2,896/week + 10% agency fee

Featured Background & Background

• $150/12-hour day