Casting Double

Casting Call: A-List Music Video – Various Roles

Job Description:
We are casting for a confidential A-list music video directed by Dave Meyers, produced by Freenjoy, and shooting in Los Angeles. The video will feature a diverse range of characters, from streetwise “dope girls” to eccentric “politicians,” in a series of high-energy, action-packed scenes. All roles are non-speaking, and the production seeks actors with unique, authentic looks and energy. The shoot will be under a SAG Music Video Contract, but both SAG and non-SAG talent are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray one of the specified roles in the music video, following direction from the production team.
• Be comfortable performing actions specific to the role (e.g., dancing, interacting with props, embodying specific emotions).
• Maintain professionalism on set, work within a collaborative environment, and bring the desired energy for each scene.
• Some roles may require partial nudity, physical contact, or intense scenes. Please ensure comfort with your selected role’s requirements before applying.

Available Roles:

1. Dope Girls: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-30. Strong, magnetic look, hanging out in cool street environments.
2. Dope Girl on Car Hood: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-30. Grinds on the hood of a car, legs spread, wind blowing through hair.
3. Bald Gangster / Long Beach Tattoo Guy: Black, Male, ages 18-50. Shows off a real or painted “LB” tattoo.
4. Subwoofer Girl: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-30. Hair vibrates up as subwoofer goes off, light, straight hair required.
5. Braless Woman: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-30. Heavy-chested, bouncing in slow motion in a bounce car. Must wear a tight white T-shirt without a bra.
6. Fellas with Dogs: BIPOC, Male, ages 18-40. Muscular build, comfortable handling large dogs.
7. Twerking/Jiggle Woman: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-35. Twerks, with visible jiggle from bass vibrations.
8. Shadow Man: Male, all ethnicities, ages 18-50. Silhouetted figure discovering a dark secret.
9. Concerned Mother: Black, Female, ages 40-55. Distraught, searching for her missing daughter.
10. Uncle: Black, Male, ages 40-70. Appealing for help, with a unique look (bruised eye or condition).
11. Eye Witness: Male, all ethnicities, ages 30-50. Chef who witnesses a crime, authentic and unique appearance.
12. Politician: White, Male, ages 40-70. Running away from the hero, visibly terrified.
13. Creepy Man: Male, all ethnicities, ages 30-40. Greasy appearance, touches a young girl’s hair.
14. Bodybuilder: Black, Male, age 40s. Poisoned by hero, seeks revenge before taken down.
15. Strip Club Cocktail Waitresses: Female, all ethnicities, ages 18-30. Magnetic, tending to VIP tables.
16. Pole-Dancers/Strippers: Female, all ethnicities, ages 18-35. Unique, acrobatic dancers with burlesque skills.
17. Young Hustler: Black, Male, ages 18-35. Gambles at a VIP table in a strip club.
18. Featured Scholarship Stripper: BIPOC, Female, ages 18-35. Dead-eyed, indifferent to the performance.
19. Dreadlocked DJ: Black, Male, ages 30-50. Hating on the hero talent.
20. Cop: White, Male, ages 40-70. Regrets not killing the hero talent in ’91.
21. Pimp: Black, Male, ages 30-70. OG who dismisses the hero talent as a joke.
22. Featured White Sorority Girl: White, Female, ages 18-30. Blonde, preppy, with an attitude.

Requirements:

• Talent must fit the specific age, ethnicity, and physical descriptions listed for each role.
• Comfortable with the physical and emotional demands of each role.
• Must be available to work in Los Angeles for the full duration of the shoot (12-hour days).

Compensation:

• Session Fee: $593 for 10 hours or $715 for 12 hours.
• Usage Fee: $500.
• Travel and accommodations negotiable for non-local talent.

Casting Call for Real New Yorkers in Various Disputes (Workplace, Pets, Neighbors, Landlords/Tenants/Roommates)

Job Description: We are casting real New Yorkers who are currently involved in different types of disputes and are willing to undergo free conflict mediation for an upcoming documentary produced by Darren Aronofsky’s Protozoa Pictures. Whether you’re in a workplace disagreement, a conflict over a pet, an issue with a neighbor, or a dispute with a landlord, tenant, or roommate, this is an opportunity to participate in a meaningful project while working towards resolution through professional mediation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in on-camera conflict mediation sessions to resolve your current dispute.
• Openly share and discuss your conflict, whether it’s related to your workplace, a pet, a neighbor, or living arrangements.
• Collaborate with mediators and the production team to help resolve the issue while being filmed.
• Be professional and cooperative during the filming and mediation process.

Requirements:

• Must be a New York resident currently involved in one of the following disputes:
  • Workplace disputes
  • Disputes over pets
  • Conflicts with neighbors
  • Disputes with landlords, tenants, or roommates
• Willing to participate in conflict mediation on camera.
• Open to sharing the details of your conflict and experience as part of the documentary.
• Comfortable with being filmed and having your experience documented.

Compensation:

• Free professional conflict mediation provided as part of the documentary.
• Additional compensation for participation in the documentary (details to be discussed during the casting process).
• An opportunity to resolve your conflict while being part of a high-profile, meaningful project.

Casting Call for New York Residents in Disputes with Landlords, Tenants, or Roommates

Job Description: Are you currently involved in a conflict with a landlord, tenant, or roommate? This is a unique opportunity to participate in a documentary produced by Darren Aronofsky’s Protozoa Pictures. We are seeking real New Yorkers who are experiencing disputes and are open to participating in conflict mediation. This project will document real-life stories, offering free mediation to help resolve the situation. Participants will be given the chance to express their stories and find meaningful resolutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a filmed documentary that will explore real conflicts between landlords, tenants, or roommates.
• Attend conflict mediation sessions, guided by professionals, to address and potentially resolve the dispute.
• Share personal experiences and insights regarding your current conflict, while being open and communicative throughout the filming process.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure the accurate and respectful portrayal of your situation.

Requirements:

• Must be a current resident of New York City.
• Must be currently involved in an active dispute with a landlord, tenant, or roommate.
• Willingness to participate in conflict mediation and be open to the process.
• Comfortable being filmed and sharing personal details of your situation for the purposes of the documentary.
• Available to commit to mediation sessions and any additional filming as needed.

Compensation:

• Free conflict mediation with professional mediators.
• Additional compensation for your time and participation in the documentary (details to be discussed during the casting process).
• The chance to work on a high-profile documentary project produced by a well-known production company.