Casting Call – Anthology Series by Malik Pollard

Actors for Historical Short Film Drama

Job Description
A paid, non-union short film is casting actors for a powerful, character-driven drama based on true events. Set in post-war Europe, the story explores survival, compassion, and hope through deeply emotional performances. This production is seeking committed performers who can bring authenticity and heart to historically grounded roles. Some dialogue includes German language or accents.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes rooted in historical context

• Portray emotionally complex characters with realism and depth

• Participate in rehearsals, auditions, and callbacks as scheduled

• Follow direction and collaborate closely with cast and creative team

Requirements

• Open roles for adults and children (ages flexible, especially for youth)

• Strong acting ability and emotional range

• Ability to perform with a German accent for select roles

• German language skills are a plus for specific characters

• Comfortable working on a short film production

• Available for rehearsals, callbacks, and shoot dates

Compensation

• Paid, non-union roles

• Rates range from $200–$225 per day depending on role

Family Roles for Non-Union Political Project

Job Description
A non-union political project is seeking individual performers or real families for an upcoming on-camera shoot. This project focuses on authentic, relatable family dynamics and is ideal for talent who can deliver natural performances in a straightforward, real-world setting. Self-tape auditions are required for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a political project portraying a family unit

• Deliver natural, unscripted or lightly directed performances

• Participate in filming during the scheduled production window

• Follow creative direction from the production team

Requirements

• Open to individual submissions or real families

• Mom roles: ages 30–50, all ethnicities

• Dad roles: ages 30–50, all ethnicities

• Boy roles: ages 10–15, all ethnicities

• Comfortable performing on camera

• Must be available during the filming week

Compensation

• $1,000 per performer

• Includes one-year usage for TV and digital

• Paid non-union project

Family Roles for Political Project (Parents and Child Actor)

Job Description
A non-union political project is casting talent to portray a realistic family unit for an upcoming filmed production. The project is seeking a mom, dad, and young boy to appear in authentic, story-driven scenes designed for television and digital use. Real families and groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members in scripted political campaign scenes

• Perform natural, conversational on-camera moments

• Follow creative direction during self-tape and filming

• Work collaboratively as a family or group on set

Requirements

• Mom: any ethnicity, ages 30–50

• Dad: any ethnicity, ages 30–50

• Boy: ages 10–15 (middle school age), any ethnicity

• Comfortable appearing on camera for a political-themed project

• Available to film during the scheduled production window

• Self-tape submission required for consideration

Compensation

• $1,000 per performer

• Usage included for television and digital platforms

• One-year usage term

• Paid non-union roles

Male Actors Needed for SAG Beer Commercial

Job Description
A SAG commercial is casting male actors for a national light beer brand campaign. This paid opportunity is seeking authentic, everyday talent who can bring a grounded, blue-collar energy to camera. The production is looking for expressive performers with a natural presence suited for a realistic commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a SAG commercial for a national beer brand

• Perform natural, lifestyle-driven actions

• Follow direction from the director and commercial production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming and stills sessions

Requirements

• Caucasian men ages 25–35

• Height 5’9” and taller preferred

• Able to portray a blue-collar look and feel

• Natural, expressive face preferred

• No notable or distracting regional accents

• Must be comfortable working under SAG guidelines

Compensation

• SAG scale session: $822.30

• SAG scale usage: $735

• Stills session: $100

• Stills usage: $200

• SAG extra fee: $448.70

Digital Video Casting for Storyteller Role

Job Description
A digital video project is casting confident storytellers to deliver powerful, documentary-style performances directly to camera. This paid opportunity is ideal for expressive performers who can share meaningful stories with clarity, strength, and authenticity. The project will feature short-form digital videos designed for web and social platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted lines directly to camera in a documentary-style format

• Share compelling, story-driven performances with confidence and clarity

• Collaborate with the production team during filming

• Maintain a professional and focused on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male or female performers

• Ages 30–40s

• Any ethnicity

• Strong, confident speaking voice

• Comfortable delivering lines directly to camera

• Veterans or active service members preferred but not required

Compensation

• Speaking roles: $1,000 per shoot day

• Non-speaking roles: $500 per shoot day

• Paid digital video appearance

• Professional on-camera credit

Actors for Public Utilities Commercial Project

Job Description
A non-union commercial project for a public utilities campaign is seeking a diverse range of actors for both speaking and non-speaking roles. This production is looking for professionals who can portray everyday community members in realistic, relatable scenarios. Roles include adults and children, with opportunities for featured speaking parts and background appearances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dialogue for speaking roles

• Portray realistic community characters in non-speaking roles

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout a full production day

Requirements

• Adult male actors ages 35+ for professional roles

• Adult female actors ages 35+ for professional roles

• Male actors ages 40+ for skilled trade roles

• Children ages 10–15 for youth organization roles

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable working on camera in a commercial setting

Compensation

• Speaking roles: $800

• Non-speaking roles: $700

• Extra roles: $500

• One-year local broadcast and web usage

Commercial Project Casting Call – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A non-union commercial-style project is casting local talent for several featured and background roles. This production is seeking natural, relatable performers with strong on-camera presence for lifestyle and social scenes. Self-tapes are required for consideration, and all roles are open to real people with authentic energy—no extensive acting experience needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in lifestyle and social scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in a self-tape audition and wardrobe fitting

• Perform naturally in a commercial-style production

Roles Being Cast

• Couple – “Movie Night”
  Male and female performers ages 28–35. Hispanic or African American talent. Real couples encouraged, individuals may also apply and be paired.

• Balloon Artist
  Male or female performers ages 21+. Any ethnicity. Quirky but grounded personality. Balloon-twisting skills a bonus but not required.

• Partygoer – “Peripheral Guy”
  Male performers ages 21–25. African American or Hispanic. Natural, relaxed presence for a party scene.

Requirements

• Must be local to Richmond, Virginia

• Comfortable on camera in lifestyle or social environments

• Available for fitting and shoot

• Willing to submit a self-tape audition

Compensation

• $500 session fee + 20% (based on a 10-hour session)

• $600 usage fee + 20% (usage details TBD)

• $75 fitting fee (up to 4 hours)

Banking Commercial Customers

Job Description
A non-union banking commercial is casting on-camera talent to portray everyday customers using a credit union’s digital platforms. Scenes will feature talent interacting with a website/app on phones and a laptop, with scenarios centered on real-life moments like searching for a new home or moving into a new house. This is a paid commercial shoot in the NOVA/Tysons Corner area with worldwide, perpetual usage across major digital and promotional platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a credit union customer naturally in a commercial setting

• Use a phone app/website on camera and interact with a laptop as directed

• Follow direction for simple, realistic actions (browsing, clicking, reading, reacting)

• Maintain a professional, friendly on-camera presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in the Tysons, Virginia / Arlington area (exact location TBD)

• Comfortable performing natural, everyday actions on camera using digital devices

• Casting needs include:

  • A mid-30s couple (real couple or two individuals)

  • A younger woman

  • An older man

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day

Compensation

• $750 per actor (less agency fees)

Professional Banker Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a male performer to portray a calm, trustworthy banker assisting in a problem-solving scenario. This role emphasizes subtle performance, confidence, and sincerity, with light physical comedy handled in a grounded, realistic way.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted scenes

• Deliver subtle, confident on-camera performance

• Perform light physical action naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining realism and composure

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–55

• Caucasian preferred

• Professional, polished appearance

• Comfortable wearing business attire

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Mechanic Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial production is looking for a male performer to portray a hands-on mechanic. This role calls for a natural, grounded presence with a confident, no-frills energy. Ideal talent should feel authentic in a working environment rather than polished or model-like.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic in a realistic work setting

• Deliver conversational, grounded on-camera performance

• Perform light mechanical actions naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining authenticity

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–30

• Open ethnicity

• Hands-on, competent, blue-collar energy

• Comfortable wearing mechanic workwear or jumpsuit

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Banker Commercial Role (Kitchen Scene)

Job Description
A commercial project is casting a male performer to portray a professional banker interacting in a kitchen setting. This role requires an approachable, upbeat presence with the ability to take direction and perform subtle, character-driven moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted commercial scenes

• Perform light kitchen interaction with natural, conversational delivery

• Take direction and adapt performance quickly

• Maintain a polished, professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–55

• Person of color preferred

• Professional, approachable appearance

• Comfortable performing light physical action in a kitchen setting

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Veteran Lead Role for Digital Campaign

Job Description
A digital video campaign is casting a confident male lead to portray a veteran or current active military service member. This role features direct-to-camera delivery and requires a grounded, authentic presence that feels natural and believable. Videos will be used for website and social media content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran or active service member in scripted digital video scenes

• Deliver lines directly to camera with a confident, natural tone

• Follow direction from the production team for performance and pacing

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Must convincingly portray a veteran or current active military service member

• Caucasian per role specs

• Comfortable delivering lines directly to camera

• Confident, grounded, and approachable on screen

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day (speaking role, plus agency fee)

• Digital usage for client website and social media