Open Jobs:
Energy Utility Commercial – Linda
Job Description
A non-union energy utility commercial is casting an African American woman in her 30s–40s for the role of Linda in Richmond, Virginia. The selected talent must be able to work as a local hire and participate in both a fitting and commercial shoot. The campaign includes video, radio, paid social media, digital advertising, and company website usage.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Linda in a professional energy utility commercial campaign
- Perform naturally on camera and for radio content
- Follow creative direction from the production team
- Participate in the required fitting
- Work professionally throughout the commercial shoot
Requirements
- African American female
- Ages 30s–40s
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Richmond, Virginia
- Comfortable performing for video and radio advertising
- Must agree to a two-year energy utility category exclusivity period covering Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- Session rate: $700 per day for 10 hours + 20%
- Usage rate: $1,500 + 20%
- Fitting rate: $250
Multigenerational Family for Tourism Photo and Video Shoot
Job Description
A tourism project is seeking non-union talent to portray a multigenerational family in Williamsburg, Virginia. The production will capture non-speaking photos and B-roll at accessible attractions, including an archaeology center and art museums. Casting is open to mixed-race and open-ethnicity families, including parents, children, grandparents, and other relatives. The production is also interested in including a younger wheelchair user to highlight accessible tourism experiences.
Job Responsibilities
• Portray members of a multigenerational family for tourism content
• Participate in professional photography and B-roll filming
• Visit designated tourism attractions during the production
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Perform naturally in non-speaking lifestyle scenes
• Participate in a full-day shoot
Requirements
• Non-union talent
• Mixed-race and open-ethnicity families encouraged
• Parents approximately ages 30–40
• Two to three children approximately ages 7–16
• Grandparents or additional relatives, such as an aunt or uncle
• Couples and family groups may be considered
• Younger wheelchair users are encouraged to be considered for accessible tourism scenes
• Must be able to work in Williamsburg, Virginia
Compensation
• $1,400 for an extended family consisting of parents, 2–3 children, and 2 additional family members
• $800 for a family consisting of parents and 2–3 children
• $600 for a couple
• Rates are for a full-day booking and usage, less applicable fees
Make-A-Wish Video Project Casting Call
Job Description
A heartfelt Make-A-Wish video project is casting for two paid roles filming in the Washington, D.C. area. Casting directors are seeking emotionally expressive performers for a visually driven short film about self-discovery, resilience, and reconnecting with the world. This production features minimal dialogue and places a strong emphasis on subtle facial expressions and authentic emotional storytelling.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray one of the featured characters in a dramatic short film.
- Deliver authentic emotional performances with minimal dialogue.
- Follow direction from the creative team throughout production.
- Participate in scheduled filming during the week of August 17.
Requirements
- Principal – Candace: Female of color, ages 18–25. Must be able to portray an intelligent, grounded, emotionally restrained young woman with strong nonverbal acting skills. Potential for multiple filming days.
- Dayplayer – Elderly Woman: Female, age 70+, open to any ethnicity. Must be comfortable portraying a warm, meaningful supporting role. Anticipated one filming day.
- Strong facial acting and emotional expression are required.
- Must be available to work in the Washington, D.C. area.
Compensation
- Principal (Candace): $450 per day (less agency fees), potential for multiple filming days.
- Dayplayer (Elderly Woman): $400 per day (less agency fees), anticipated one filming day.
