Kendall Cooper Casting

Casting Kids for Public Health Commercial

Job Description
An upcoming non-union commercial for the Virginia Department of Health is seeking local child actors for both a lead role and featured extras. This educational spot focuses on lead prevention through a creative birthday party scene. Casting directors are looking for a young girl to take on a fun, spirited lead speaking role, along with several children to portray partygoers in the background. All talent must be based in Virginia as no travel or housing will be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted scene as part of a PSA centered on lead prevention

• Lead talent will deliver lines with emotional clarity, curiosity, and charm

• Background kids will act naturally in party scenes, participating in light background conversations and action

• Follow direction from the director and crew both during self-tape and on set

• Maintain focus and energy during a short shoot day

Requirements

• Lead Role: Female child, ages 6–8, with hair long enough for pigtails or braids

• Lead talent should have a playful, innocent voice and be able to express curiosity and sass

• Extras: Boys and girls, ages 6–8, all ethnicities

• Must be based in Virginia; no travel or housing provided

• Lead submissions require a self-tape and may include a Zoom callback

• All children should be comfortable on camera and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Lead: $1,000 flat rate for session and usage, plus 20% if represented by an agent

• Extras: $450 flat rate, plus 20% if represented

Extras Needed for High-End Streaming Series

Job Description
A major streaming series is looking for background talent for upcoming scenes filming in Washington, DC. This high-end production is seeking local performers to fill a variety of extra roles, including business professionals, joggers, tourists, and more. If you’re passionate about being part of a major television project and ready for on-set experience, this is your chance to get involved in an exciting production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles such as professionals, joggers, cyclists, and tourists

• Participate in one or more filming days depending on role requirements

• Attend costume fittings if needed (paid)

• Work on set for up to 12+ hours per day

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across scenes

Requirements

• Must be local to Washington, DC (no travel or lodging provided)

• Open to adults of all ethnicities, ages, and genders

• SAG and Non-Union talent encouraged to apply

• Seeking experienced SAG stand-ins

Compensation

• All background roles are paid

• Paid costume fittings when required

• No additional expenses covered (local hire only)

Casting Call: Founding Father Lookalikes for VA Lottery Commercial

Job Description:
Now casting for a VA Lottery commercial in Richmond, VA. We are seeking talented local actors with a strong physical resemblance to iconic Founding Fathers. This is a non-union production featuring both lead speaking and non-speaking roles. Talent will portray historical figures in a comedic and engaging commercial.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as an iconic Founding Father in a professional commercial shoot.
• Deliver lines confidently for speaking roles (Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson).
• Portray historical figures authentically in both speaking and non-speaking roles.
• Participate in a required fitting and adhere to costume and makeup directions.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure a successful shoot.

Roles:

• Benjamin Franklin (Lead Speaking Role): White male, age 45-70. Stout build, recognizable jowl, sparkling eyes.
• Abraham Lincoln (Speaking Role): White male, age 40-60. Tall, thin, angular. A thin, reedy voice is preferred.
• Andrew Jackson (Speaking Role): White male, age 45-75. Wiry with wild eyes, grumpy “get off my lawn” demeanor.
• George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton (Non-Speaking Featured Roles): White males, age 40-60. Tall, muscular, with prominent noses and features.

Requirements:

• Must be a Virginia resident and able to work as a local hire in Richmond, VA.
• Strong physical resemblance to historical figures.
• Comfortable with self-taped auditions and virtual callbacks.
• Hair and facial hair can be added; actors should match the build and facial features of the character they are portraying.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $550 for a 12-hour session, plus $1,200 usage fee.
• Additional 20% agent fee if applicable.
• Usage: Regional TV and digital (Virginia and bordering states), one-year buyout.