An Actor or Entertainer portrays characters and assumes roles in performances, host television programs, or entertain in front of live audiences. Works in film or television and theatre, including professional and community based theatre. May work as a narrator, provide voiceovers for commercials or animated films or record audio versions of books; may play characters in theme parks or in living history museums. May perform comedy acts or other stage acts.
August 31, 2026 11:59 PM Benny 'Where the Trees Meet the Mountains' $300 (est. 17 hours of work) Supporting Male 50-75
Nonunion Student Film Short Film Comedy Drama Teen/Young Adult Location:
Horseheads, NY; Ithaca, NY; Corning, NY; Elmira, NY; Lansing, NY Apply Save Job The supporting lead. He is an eccentric hippie who loves exploring and Mother Nature. He has a big heart, cares for all living beings, and tries to be ethical in the way he goes about life. He tries to soften Hazel and be the yin to her yang. He brings comic relief and a more "light-hearted" nature to the film. Some of Benny's characteristics: Short and old but spry, messy hair, loves tie dye, and loves the hippie movement.
Rate:
$300 flat rate
Total Pay:
$300 (est. 17 hours of work)
Ethnicity:
All Ethnicities Required Media:
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Video, 3 Question(s) About the project Seeking talent from Horseheads, NY; Ithaca, NY; Corning, NY; Elmira, NY; Lansing, NY Roles paying up to $300 COMPANY DETAILS Ithaca College Hailey Hubbard, dir. Member since Jun 25, 2026 1 Job posted Background Checked
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Casting "Where the Trees Meet the Mountains," an Ithaca College student the... view more Other roles in this project This project has no other roles View Full Listing Details Dates & Locations Shoots Sept. 25-27 and Oct. 2-4 in Ithaca, NY.
Note:
Actor will not be needed for every single shooting day.
Compensation & Contract Rate:
$300 flat rate
Total Pay:
$300 (est. 17 hours of work)
Additional:
Pays $300-$350 between the two weekends, around 3-4 shoot days (should only need 4th day if re-shoots are needed). Gas money for travel, a copy of the finished film, and meals will be provided.
Note:
Production is unable to pay for gas money or lodging for those who live a significant distance from Ithaca, NY. This role is mainly for actors in the Ithaca, NY and Finger Lakes area. Key Details Seeking talent from Horseheads, NY; Ithaca, NY; Corning, NY; Elmira, NY; Lansing, NY Roles paying up to $300 Become a Backstage member or log in to view additional details, including key audition and/or submission instructions. Join Now Ready to Apply? Select Role Benny Apply
