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CASTING NOTICES

 
 

Abduction Extras

The film "Abduction" needs 1,000 extras for Thursday, Aug. 26 and Friday Aug. 27! The only requirement is that you are 18 and older.  If interested, submit your name, photo, date of birth, and phone number to this NEW email address:

abductionstadium@gmail.com

The call time for Thursday Aug. 26th will be 8:00 am - but you MUST email to be on the list!

 

 

Also, they still needs extras for the following days:

Monday, August 30th
Tuesday, August 31st

Ages 18+. Must be available all day. Email abductionextras@gmail.com to get involved!

 





POINT PARK U ADVANCED STUDENT PRODUCTIONS


Point Park University Cinema Dept advanced student productions are holding an open casting call for all age-ranges and types for eight short films that will be produced this fall, all shot on HD.  Low pay is available for some roles. Meals, transportation and a copy of the finished product will be provided

Auditions will take place on September 4th, 1-5pm in the GRW theater in Point Park’s University Center, 414 Wood st.  Please contact Eric at ecodios@pointpark.edu to set up an audition time and include a headshot and resume in your e-mail.

For a sample of the award-winning films from Point Park University’s Cinema & Digital Arts Program go to www.pointparkcinema.com




TV talk show host needed for a Radio-TV show

Stan Richardson is seeking TV talk show host for a Radio-TV show. The program covers topics for and about armed forces Veterans. Must be comfortable doing radio because the radio broadcast is videotaped and aired on TV. A feel for journalism is preferred. First priority is to hire an Armed Forces Veteran male and-or female. We are considering 2 people co-hosts.

Web: http://www.smallbizvideonetwork.com

Apply to: Stan Richardson
Johnson Media Tech
200 Penn Center, Blvd. Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
412.825.5170 (Office)
sjr@msn.com




NEED TWINS FOR LOCAL AD SHOOT IN PITTSBURGH

Looking several sets of 16-55 yr old male or female identical twins. 

All ethnicities.  Must be in driving distance of Pittsburgh. 

One day of shooting, likely in August or September, job-friendly schedule. This commercial will only be aired locally.

To be considered: Please email Sheila: talent@ArrowStarr.com Attach recent photos of twins together, headshots, stats, names & contact numbers.




Casting for “One for the Money”

Nancy Mosser Casting is handling SAG speaking roles and non-union extra roles for the Lakeshore production "One for the Money" starring Katherine Heigl.  To be considered, fill out a free profile at www.mossercasting.com. Shooting starts in July.




Casting for Indie Black Comedy

A independent film shooting in Pittsburgh this August is looking to cast some principle roles.

Synopsis:

After cannibalizing his friends to survive a mountainside plane crash, TRAVIS finds himself a national phenomenon.  But when his fame gets him involved with a secret group of the Pittsburgh elite, the feast has only just begun, and he must find a way to make the killing (and eating) stop.

 

Roles:

ADAM - 25 - handsome, tall(ish), wants to be jim morrison

DAVE - 25 - hipster-like, sarcastic

SYNCHEK - 55 - creepy, bad grammar, leader of secret society of cannibals

DICK - 50 - average guy, coroner, SYNCHEK's right-hand man

ANGELA - 25 - SYNCHEK's niece, petite, cute, wants to bring down her uncle's group

Anyone interested should forward a headshot and resume to:

raggedclaw.parme@gmail.com

Shooting will take place sporadically from August through October.  Positions are unpaid.




Short Film Seeking Actors, Performers, and Talented Individuals of All Ages

"Man of Steel" is a senior thesis film generated through Point Park University. Set in a declining Rust Belt town in the early 1980’s, Man of Steel delicately balances comedy and drama to tell the tale of one Steelworker’s dilemma after his mill closes its gates for good.
This is a powerful, inspiring story with its roots in Pittsburgh culture and history. The United States Steelworkers Union has heard about this script and in return, is sponsoring the project, as well as, other alliance groups and organizations in the area.

"Man of Steel" will be shot in High-Definition and submitted to various film festivals upon completion.

Compensation: Meals and Copy of Finished Production. Monetary Compensation: TBD at audition.

Our production dates are the following September 3,4,5 and September 10,11,12.
The principle roles will need to be available for multiple shoot days. However other roles are one day shoots.

Please contact Producer, Joshua Hedglin at jahedgl@pointpark.edu to schedule an audition and to read the script.


PRINCIPLE ROLES:
RUSSELL – Male, age 45-55 - Protagonist. Physically well built and confident.
EMMA – Female, age 40-50 - Russell’s wife
JIMMY – Male, age 45-55 - Russell’s best pal and childhood friend.
BEN – Male, age 10-12 - Russell and Emma’s son
*These roles require availability for multiple days of shooting.

ADDITIONAL CAST NEEDED:
2 MALES – Age 45-55 - Russell’s buddies
1 MALE – Age 20-30 – Construction Foreman
1 MALE – Age 40-60 – Post Office Clerk
2 FEMALES – Age 20-30 - Receptionist and Waitress
2 CHILDREN – Age 10-12 – Ben’s Friends




Actors needed for health videos

LA based production company and local Pittsburgh based production company are seeking 2 caucasian male actors between the ages 40-60 to play a doctor or patient role for a series of health related videos.  Must be slightly overweight.
Please submit resume and headshot to kwparish@gmail.com
Paid gig. Food and a copy of the DVD provided.



Local production company looking for six actors for upcoming music video

Local production company looking for six actors for upcoming music video shooting on August 14th and 15th.  

Two males, late teens to mid twenties, can pull off metal and or punk look.  One large male, any age, to play a machete welding murder.  

Three females, late teens to mid twenties, who can also pull off metal and or punk look. 

There are speaking parts in the video, actors will receive copy of music video on DVD for demo reel in compensation for their time.

All actors must be 18 years of age.

Contact Nick Kizina at nick@sinisterdream.com with contact information and picture.