Saturday, November 2, 2013

THIRD TIME'S A CHARM....THANK YOU!!

I'll bet you think I forgot about you.... Oh not so!  Have been busy wrapping and wanted to be able to give this my full attention.

Hard to believe that we have finished the 3rd Season of HOMELAND!!  It seems like only last week that I was meeting many of you for the first time, and that many of you had never worked on a series.  Well, we have all come a long way, picked up many newcomers, and made many friends along the way.  The show has had wonderful success and that is, to a great degree, due to all of you!!

I wish that I could thank each and everyone of you personally for your commitment and dedication, for your passion about the show, and for your untiring efforts to show up with the things that I keep requesting.  But this blog site, once again, will just have to do.

Whether it is a mental hospital or the CIA, a Senate Committee Hearing or a No-Tell Motel, you guys just keep delivering.  It's amazing!  We would all have to work harder and longer if we didn't have you guys on our team!

For all the times that you took time away from your "real" life and families, for all the early mornings and late nights, for the many, many times that you each emptied your closets to bring them to us, we are incredibly grateful!

I have said since the first season that this group of Background Players is one of best groups with which I have had the pleasure to work.  I still stand by that.  The last couple of weeks of shooting when I had Ms. Rhonda Keaton here to assist me in finishing the year, she confirmed it for me once again.  Having worked on several shows herself, she continued to tell me time and again how professional, prepared and nice everyone is!  You guys impressed her as much as you have always impressed me.( And thanks for being so great to her!! )

I could ramble on but then I would have nothing to say at the end of another season. :-)  Know that you are all fantastic and I consider it my great privilege and pleasure to work with each and every one of you!  Here's to a wonderful break and a happy holiday season for everyone.  I'll look forward to seeing you all again.... On the Set!
Stephen

Monday, October 14, 2013

10/15/13 CIA Headquarters

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

We are shooting Late Spring.  Please make sure that you have long sleeve options in your choices that are befitting of an indoor office setting.  Color palette is one of neutrals in medium to dark range.
Navy, Grey, burgundy, tan, taupe, brown, black, etc.  Please stay away from the very bold colors and bold patterns.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters


Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

LOCKHART ASSISTANT needs to bring a variety of conservative, office appropriate options: dresses, skirts and blouses, dress slacks and blouses and even a jacket and/or cardigan if you have. Neutral, muted colors like grey, navy, muted greens, browns, black, etc. Please avoid bold colors and no crazy prints please. Solids and subtle prints are ideal. Please bring a variety of options so we can mix and match and pull together a great look for you. Remember details like conservative shoes (pumps are a good example), belts if you need and small, conservative jewelry items.

Thanks in advance for working with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to seeing you and will.... See you on the Set!


Sunday, October 13, 2013

10/14/13 CIA Headquarters

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information that you need in your role as a Background Player on Monday, 10/14.

Everyone should read carefully all instructions and categories that apply to you.

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!

CONSTRUCTION TYPE WORKERS AND CIA WORKERS w/ CARS 7am call time: 


You will be working in two screen days on Monday. For the first scene follow the wardrobe directive listed below under the character you'll be playing. The second scene we are shooting is a Memorial service and all of you will be CIA workers. Construction type folks will need to bring options following the CIA workers guidelines below in addition to their construction wardrobe items. The CIA workers with the 7am call will need to bring enough options for two wardrobe changes. 


CONSTRUCTION PERMIT INSPECTOR, ENGINEER, JOB FOREMAN, ARCHITECT & ARCHITECT'S ASS'T: need to bring a variety of khakis and other casual slacks, dark jeans, upscale casual shoes in brown or black leather or suede (to dress you up a bit from the construction workers), sport coats, casual button front shirts, short or long sleeve polos, light weight sweaters, etc. Think of what an architect or engineer might wear to work at a job site. Costumes will provide a white hard hat for you. You will be working in two screen days so bring plenty of options for us to choose your looks.  Your second change will be for the memorial so please make sure you have clothes for that as well.  See Below under Misc CIA worker....

CONSTRUCTION WORKERS: IRONWORKER, ELECTRICIAN, CARPENTER, PLUMBER & HEADMASON: need to bring a variety of non-ripped jeans, work pants such as carhartts and dickies, work boots, short and/or long sleeve t-shirts in colors such as heather grey, tan and brown, chambray shirts and/or casual work shirts in solid colors (let's avoid plaids and patterns please), long sleeve thermal tops and henleys would be nice touches for layering (in colors such as cream, navy, or grey). Costumes will provide a safety vest and yellow (or other color) hard hat as best fits the work your character will be doing. Please remember casual belts (brown or black). You will be working in two screen days so bring plenty of options for us to choose your looks.  Your second look will be for the memorial so please make sure that you have the appropriate clothes for that as well.  See below under Misc CIA worker...

EVERYONE PLEASE KEEP YOUR CLOTHING COLORS IN THE MUTED RANGE: IDEAL COLORS ARE NAVY, SHADES OF GREY, BLACK, BURGUNDY, DARK GREEN, TAN, SHADES OF BROWN, CREAM, AND SOFT MUTE COLORS. THINK OF CLOTHING APPROPRIATE FOR A SOMBER OCCASION, RESPECTFUL AND UNDERSTATED.

CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.
CIA TECHS should make sure that they have sport coats, dresses and things that would be appropriate for the memorial service for the second change.

CIA  ANALYSTS, CIA SECRETARIES & misc CIA workers W/ CARS: are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

CIA SUITS are the highest level of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Medium to dark suits
Ties
Long sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Don't forget your dress shoes and belts to work with these options.

CIA SECURITY & CIA "BOOK" SECURITY  should wear and bring choices of dark suits (black, dark grey and navy), long sleeve white dress shirts and dark ties.  Ties can have some pattern and design, just nothing too bold or striking.  These ties should be quiet..  Don't forget your black dress shoes and belt to go with your suits. Costumes will be providing white gloves to the CIA book security.

CIA WIDOWS, MOTHERS, MEMORIAL ATTENDEES (FEMALE):  should wear and bring upscale, dark clothing.  Dresses, two piece skirt suits and pant suits, jackets and cardigans that could work with your dresses.  We do not want everyone in all black.  Please bring black and things other than black.  Navy, dark grey and other dark colors that are appropriately somber would be great options to bring.  Blouses for your suits I am going to be more specific about.  You should bring a white or cream colored option and an option in a soft color like pale blue, pink, etc.  Also please bring an option that has some small detail or pattern, like a stripe or subtle graphic.  Shoes should be conservative and appropriate for the occasion.  Jewelry should also be conservative.  The look is conservative and traditional.  Think St John, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, etc.

CIA FATHERS, WIDOWERS, MEMORIAL ATTENDEES (MALE) should wear and bring choices of a dark suit in black, navy, dark grey, etc.  I need for everyone to specifically bring the following for your shirt options.  A white or cream colored choice, a choice in a pale color like light blue, pink, tan, etc, and an option that has a stripe or subtle check.  For your ties choices we would like to see ties that have some appropriate color like burgundy, greens, blues (nothing too bright), and some darker ties like black, navy, grey, etc.  We are wanting everyone to be able to look more somber if necessary or a bit more colorful if necessary.  This will keep us from having everyone look exactly alike.  Don't forget your dark dress shoes and belt to work with your options.  The look is conservative and traditional.  Think Brooks Bros.

CIA MINORS should bring options appropriate for a funeral or somber occasion. Nothing bright and colorful...muted or darker colored clothing is ideal. Dresses, skirts, blouses, lightweight sweaters or cardigans, pants (school uniform colors such as navy, tan, brown, black would work well here), no jeans please. Long sleeve shirts either button front or polo style, sweater vest if you have or any other items that feel like fall. Dark shoes in brown or black are preferred. Please avoid large graphics or logos in your clothing. Think understated colors and styles for a serious occasion. 

CIA Families: Please look above and follow the guidelines as they apply to you (male, female, minors).

Thanks in advance for coming to join us and for bringing all your great clothing.  We look forward to working with you and will see you on the set!!

Friday, October 11, 2013

10-11-13 Walter's Waffles Diner, CIA Headquarters and Doctor's Office

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the description of the things that you should bring for your work as a Background Player on Friday, 10/11.  There are also important instructions about other things, so please read everything carefully.

Most everyone will be playing in both locations.  The first location is WALTER'S WAFFLES and then  moving to the CIA.  Please read the descriptions for the costumes in both locations based on what you have been told that you will be playing and bring clothing for both locations. 
You will be working in 2 screen days in the CIA headquarters.  Please bring enough clothing options for us to make 2 days out of what you bring.

Everyone should come dressed in your first, best choice based on the descriptions, and bring the rest of your options with you so that we may have a look.  We will be choosing all of the changes for the day at the beginning of the day, so please bring everything with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN YOUR CAR!!!



WALTER'S WAFFLES

PATRONS   The setting for the scene is a  casual restaurant. Nice weekend/casual clothing.  You should wear and bring several options of the following:
non-ripped nice jeans, khakis, slacks and skirts
long and short sleeve casual tops and shirts, both button front and pullover
long and short sleeve tees without logos or artwork
cardigans and other light weight sweaters
light weight jackets
Don't forget the shoes to work with the options that you are bringing.
Caps and hats without logos and other artwork might also be a nice touch.
Women please bring handbags that work with your clothing options.

WAITRESSES  will be given a uniform dress by the Costume Dept.  Please wear nude or light color underthings (and bring a full or half slip if you have one). Please bring white or light color keds sneakers or similar style if you have. If not then a brown or tan flat casual shoe would as well. This is a back up in case the keds we have in stock for you are not the size needed.

COOKS should wear and bring a black pair of pants, black sneakers and socks and a short sleeve plain white undershirt.

CIA


CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

SAUL'S SECRETARY needs to bring a variety of conservative, office appropriate options: dresses, skirts and blouses, dress slacks and blouses and even a jacket and/or cardigan if you have. Neutral, muted colors like grey, navy, muted greens, browns, black, etc. Please avoid bold colors and no crazy prints please. Solids and subtle prints are ideal. Please bring a variety of options so we can mix and match and pull together a great look for you. Remember details like conservative shoes (pumps are a good example), belts if you need and small, conservative jewelry items.

DOCTOR'S OFFICE

NURSES & TECH
will be given scrub sets by the Costume Department.  We have a specific color palette that we want to use so any personal scrubs will not work.
You should bring with you comfortable shoes like light colored sneakers, Crocks and other medical profession slip on shoes.  
Also please bring layering items that could be worn under your scrub tops.  Long sleeve tees and short sleeve tees.  We ask that these items be light in color.  Grey, pale blue, pale green, tan, cream would all be great. 
Final note:  Please wear light colored under garments as the scrubs that you will be wearing are either white or a light color.  No dark underwear or underwear with a bold graphic, please. 

DOCTOR & PATIENT: we will add a lab coat to your change if you are playing a doctor.
Should bring several options of the following:
long sleeve dress shirts and blouses
dress slacks / skirts / dresses
khakis
cardigan sweaters / sweater vests / light weight pullover sweaters
ties for the men
simple accessories for the women




Thanks in advance to everyone for coming to work with us and for bringing all of your great clothes.  We look forward to working with you and will see you on the set!

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

10-10-13 CIA Headquarters

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

We are shooting Late Spring.  Please make sure that you have long sleeve options in your choices that are befitting of an indoor office setting.  Color palette is one of neutrals in medium to dark range.
Navy, Grey, burgundy, tan, taupe, brown, black, etc.  Please stay away from the very bold colors and bold patterns.




CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

CIA SUITS are the highest level of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Medium to dark suits
Ties
Long sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Don't forget your dress shoes and belts to work with these options.

DRONE CAPTAIN AND DRONE LIEUT. will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  Please bring a pair of black socks.

PHOTO DOUBLES will be provided wardrobe by the costume department. 

SAUL'S SECRETARY needs to bring a variety of conservative, office appropriate options: dresses, skirts and blouses, dress slacks and blouses and even a jacket and/or cardigan if you have. Neutral, muted colors like grey, navy, muted greens, browns, black, etc. Please avoid bold colors and no crazy prints please. Solids and subtle prints are ideal. Please bring a variety of options so we can mix and match and pull together a great look for you. Remember details like conservative shoes (pumps are a good example), belts if you need and small, conservative jewelry items.

Thanks in advance for working with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to seeing you and will.... See you on the Set!

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

10/9 CIA HEADQUARTERS

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

We are shooting Late Spring.  Please make sure that you have long sleeve options in your choices that are befitting of an indoor office setting.  Color palette is one of neutrals in medium to dark range.
Navy, Grey, burgundy, tan, taupe, brown, black, etc.  Please stay away from the very bold colors and bold patterns.

If you worked on EP 310 in the OPS Room on 9/25-27, please bring what you wore with you then as it will be a match.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters

Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

Thanks in advance for being with us and bringing the good stuff.  We will...see you on the set!

Monday, October 7, 2013

10/8 CIA Conference Room and Ops Room

Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.

You will be working in 2 screen days.  Please bring enough clothing options for us to make 2 days out of what you bring. Also if you worked Monday (10-7-13), please have everything that was chosen for you then,  JUST IN CASE.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

We are shooting Late Spring.  Please make sure that you have long sleeve options in your choices that are befitting of an indoor office setting.  Color palette is one of neutrals in medium to dark range.
Navy, Grey, burgundy, tan, taupe, brown, black, etc.  Please stay away from the very bold colors and bold patterns.




CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

CIA SUITS are the highest level of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Medium to dark suits
Ties
Long sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Don't forget your dress shoes and belts to work with these options.

MARINE LT COLONEL & ARMY LT COLONEL & ARMY AIDE will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  Please bring with you a clean white undershirt and a pair of black socks.

SAUL'S SECRETARY needs to bring a variety of conservative, office appropriate options: dresses, skirts and blouses, dress slacks and blouses and even a jacket and/or cardigan if you have. Neutral, muted colors like grey, navy, muted greens, browns, black, etc. Please avoid bold colors and no crazy prints please. Solids and subtle prints are ideal. Please bring a variety of options so we can mix and match and pull together a great look for you. Remember details like conservative shoes (pumps are a good example), belts if you need and small, conservative jewelry items.

Thanks in advance for working with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to seeing you and will.... See you on the Set!

Sunday, October 6, 2013

10/7 CIA OPS ROOM


Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.

You will be working in 2 screen days.  Please bring enough clothing options for us to make 2 days out of what you bring.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

We are shooting Late Spring.  Please make sure that you have long sleeve options in your choices that are befitting of an indoor office setting.  Color palette is one of neutrals in medium to dark range.
Navy, Grey, burgundy, tan, taupe, brown, black, etc.  Please stay away from the very bold colors and bold patterns.




CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

CIA SUITS are the highest level of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Medium to dark suits
Ties
Long sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Don't forget your dress shoes and belts to work with these options.

MARINE LT COLONEL & PRISON GUARD will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  Please bring with you a clean white undershirt and a pair of black socks.

Thanks in advance for working with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to seeing you and will.... See you on the Set!

Monday, September 30, 2013

10/1 IRAQ / IRAN BORDER COUNTRY


Hello and welcome.  Following find the instructions for what to bring for you work on Tuesday 10/1.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Unless you are wearing a uniform, which will be indicated below, everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

EVERYONE PLEASE READ THIS:  You should bring with you long thermal underwear and a coat to keep you warm when you are off camera.  The Costume Dept will have these things for our Principle Actors but will not have enough for all of you as well.  You do not have to wear them if you don't need them, but you should bring them just in case.  Don't say we didn't warn you :-)

JSOC TASK FORCE will be given your costume by the Costume Dept.  Please wear anything of your own that you wore today.  We have to match everything the rest of the week.

IRANIAN SOLDIERS  will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  You should bring with you a clean pair of black socks.

IRAQI COP   will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  You should bring with you a clean pair of black socks and a black tee shirt.

GAS TRUCKER / MIDDLE EASTERN BG
Please wear and bring several options of traditional Middle Eastern clothing like
dishdasha
thobe
tunics
shamaqs and other style head wraps
Also please bring a mix of western style clothing like:
long sleeve button front shirts
jeans and other type pants
jackets and vests

Thanks in advance for being with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to working with you and we will see you on the set.


Tuesday, September 24, 2013

9/25 TWO UNITS TODAY EPISODE 309 & EPISODE 310


Hello and welcome.  Following find the instructions for what to bring for you work on Wednesday, 9/25.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

*We are playing Late Spring in our story, so please bring a mix of choices with both long and short sleeves.  The color palette is also one of Spring.  We would prefer to see the more muted colors of Spring and not the bright and vivid colors of Summer.  Neutrals like, tan, grey, burgundy, navy, etc are always good.  Pattern and texture are also great, just nothing too bold or crazy.

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

1st UNIT / EP 309

SECRETARY
Dark Business suits  Both skirt and pant suits
blazers
skirts/slacks
Conservative dresses with sleeves
Long and short sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Conservative sweaters/sweater sets/shells to wear with or without a jacket
Conservative scarves/accessories
Shoes that are appropriate for your clothing options

SENIOR ANALYST  should bring several options of the following:
Dark Suits
Sport coats/blazers
khakis/ dress slacks
long sleeve dress shirts
Conservative ties that are not too bold.
dress shoes and belts to work with your options

NAZIR'S ARMED GUARDS  will be dressed by the Costume Dept upon arrival.  You should bring with you a clean white undershirt, a pair of black socks and a pair of dark combat style boots if you have them.


2nd UNIT  /  EP 310
JSOC LIASON will be given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  Please bring with you a white, short sleeve, plain undershirt and a pair of black socks.

ANALYST  should bring several options of med to dark long sleeve, button front dress style shirts, dark polo shirts, khakis and dark dress slacks.  Also please bring shoes and belt appropriate to the clothing choices.  You will be wearing the same thing for the next three shooting days, so please be prepared to leave these clothes with the Costume Dept each night.  Everything will be returned to you at the end of the week.

Thanks in advance for being with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to working with you and will see you on the set!

Friday, September 20, 2013

9/24 NAVAL HOSPITAL


Hello and welcome.  Following find the instructions for what to bring for you work on Monday, 9/23.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)


GUARDS will given a uniform by the Costume Dept.  Please bring with you a pair of black socks.

NURSES / ORDERLIES  will be given scrub sets by the Costume Department.  We have a specific color palette that we want to use so any personal scrubs that you have may not work.  You should bring with you comfortable shoes like light colored sneakers, Crocks and other medical profession slip on shoes.  Also please bring things that could be worn under or over your scrub tops.  This could mean long sleeve tees, short sleeve tees and cardigan sweaters.  We ask that these items by light in color.  Grey, pale blue, pale green, tan, cream would all be great.  Final note:  Please wear light colored under garments as the scrubs may be white or light in color.

PATIENTS should bring with them options of plain pjs, night gowns, robes and slippers.  Colors should be neutral and relatively free of large or bold pattern.  Tan, brown, burgundy, navy, grey and lighter colors like pink, pale green and yellow.  Some of you may be given a hospital gown to wear instead.
Final note:  Everyone should wear light colored under garments in case you are in a light colored hospital gown.

LOCKHART'S AIDE One of you has been chosen to play this part as well.  You know who you are, but I don't.  Following find instructions for both Male and Female in making choices for your clothing options.

FEMALE AIDE
Dark Business suits  Both skirt and pant suits
blazers
skirts/slacks
Conservative dresses with sleeves
Long and short sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Conservative sweaters/sweater sets/shells to wear with or without a jacket
Conservative scarves/accessories
Shoes that are appropriate for your clothing options

MALE AIDE  should bring several options of the following:
Dark Suits
Sport coats/blazers
khakis/ dress slacks
long sleeve dress shirts
Conservative ties that are not too bold.
dress shoes and belts to work with your options

Thanks in advance for being with us and bringing all the right stuff.  We look forward to working with you and we will see you on the set!

Thursday, September 19, 2013

9/20 MOTEL


Hello everyone.  Tomorrow we are playing a small hotel out in the middle of nowhere.  This is not a no-tell motel, but it is not the Ritz Carlton either!! :)  Let's call it a country inn.  So casual, interesting, not too crazy up-scale  First some housekeeping, then read the descriptions for your categories.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

*We will be playing two different screen days.  One during the day and one at night.  You will need enough choices for two different looks, and the night scene is a good place for layers like light weight jackets and sweaters. 

*Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the look described.  This helps us with time in the mornings.We will be choosing all of your looks in the morning.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!  

*Please bring all of your options for the day with you when you check in in the morning.  You should always bring at least three options of the looks described; one that you are wearing and at least two others.  

*We are shooting Late Spring.  Your choices should have both and long and short sleeve options.  They should also include light weight layers such as cardigans, light weight windbreakers, etc.
We would prefer the colors of Spring; softer, more muted colors, and neutral colors like navy, tan, grey, burgundy. Not the bright, bold colors of Summer.


HOTEL GUESTS W/ CARS  should wear and bring a mix of casual  and dress casual clothing. 
polo shirts
casual long and short sleeve button front shirts and blouses
khaki type pants / nice non ripped basic jeans.  Not too designer-y and not skinny jeans
casual skirts
cardigan sweaters
light weight jackets/windbreakers
casual shoes and belts to work with your clothing choices.
jewelry and other accessories should be simple.
If you have hats or cap without logos please bring them as well.  

If you have interesting or quirky luggage, bring your clothing choices in that and perhaps it will be your prop luggage as well.

Thanks in advance for being with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to working with you and will see you on the set!