YA Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting Female Stand-In

Casting Companion; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 205,000 - 291,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid feature film stand-in opportunity

Free to apply

Job summary

4 Star Casting is seeking an experienced female stand-in for an upcoming YA romantic comedy feature film shooting in Northbrook, Illinois. The ideal candidate is a woman aged 16–45 who is 5'2" or shorter with prior stand-in experience and clear on-set responsibilities.

The role involves replacing a principal actor during lighting, camera positioning, framing and blocking, following blocking precisely and staying available for the full production schedule in Northbrook.

Qualifications

• Female talent, ages 16–45
• Height 5'2" or shorter
• Previous stand-in experience required
• Must understand on-set expectations
• Able to follow precise blocking and positioning

Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during feature film production
• Take the actor’s position during lighting, camera, and technical rehearsals
• Follow assigned blocking and reproduce movements accurately
• Hit designated marks consistently during camera and lighting setups
• Assist production departments as they establish framing and lighting before filming
• Maintain consistent positioning and movements between setups
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and other crew members
• Remain attentive and available throughout the required production schedule

Job description

YA Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting Female Stand-In

Job Description

4 Star Casting is seeking an experienced female stand-in for an upcoming young adult romantic comedy feature film shooting in Northbrook, Illinois. The production is looking for a woman ages 16–45 who is 5'2" or shorter and has previous professional stand-in experience. The selected performer will assist the production team during technical rehearsals by taking the place of a principal actor for lighting, camera positioning, framing, and blocking. Because this is a professional stand-in assignment, applicants must already understand the responsibilities and expectations of working in this role on a film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal performer during feature film production
• Take the actor’s position during lighting, camera, and technical rehearsals
• Follow assigned blocking and reproduce movements accurately
• Hit designated marks consistently during camera and lighting setups
• Assist production departments as they establish framing and lighting before filming
• Maintain consistent positioning and movements between setups
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and other crew members
• Remain attentive and available throughout the required production schedule

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 16–45
• Height must be 5'2" or shorter
• Previous stand-in experience is required
• Must understand standard stand-in procedures and on-set expectations
• Able to follow precise blocking and positioning instructions
• Must be able to work in Northbrook, Illinois
• Must have full availability for the required production schedule on September 23
• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set

Compensation

• $180 for up to 8 hours
• Paid feature film stand-in opportunity
• Free to apply
• Casting is being handled by 4 Star Casting