Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Production Driver for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a skilled production driver to transport cast members in a production vehicle during filming. This paid background role is ideal for experienced drivers who are comfortable operating high-end vehicles on camera with precision.

Job Responsibilities

• Drive a production vehicle during filming.
• Safely transport cast members as directed.
• Follow on-set driving instructions and production safety guidelines.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 21–70.
• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable driving a high-end production vehicle on camera.
• Chauffeur, livery, or picture-car experience is a plus.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours, plus overtime and applicable allowances.
• Non-union: $13.00/hour (approximately $104 for 8 hours), with time and one-half after 8 hours.

Office Employees for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting background actors to portray office employees working in a newsroom and television production office. Casting directors are seeking professional-looking performers to create an authentic workplace environment for multiple filming days. This opportunity is open to both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray office employees in newsroom and television production scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Wear business casual wardrobe appropriate for a professional office setting.

Requirements

• Ages 22–60.
• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers welcome.
• Able to portray office professionals.
• Available for all scheduled filming days.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours, plus overtime and applicable allowances.
• Non-union: $13.00/hour (approximately $104 for 8 hours), with time and one-half after 8 hours.

Male Utility Stand-In for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting a male utility stand-in for an upcoming night shoot. This production is seeking a dependable performer to support the camera and lighting teams by standing in for actors during technical setup.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a utility stand-in during production.
• Follow camera and lighting crew instructions.
• Maintain accurate positioning throughout setups.
• Work exclusively as a stand-in during filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 18–65.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods.
• Available for the scheduled night shoot.

Compensation

• $270 for 8 hours, plus applicable overtime.

Female Utility Stand-In for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a female utility stand-in to assist the camera and lighting departments during production. This role is perfect for reliable performers interested in behind-the-scenes work on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in during lighting and camera setups.
• Match production requirements for height and appearance.
• Follow crew instructions and remain consistent between takes.
• Work exclusively as a stand-in during filming.

Requirements

• Female.
• Caucasian.
• Height: 5’6″.
• Ages 18–65.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods.
• Available for the scheduled night shoot.

Compensation

• $270 for 8 hours, plus applicable overtime.

Paparazzi and Press Photographers for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting background actors to portray paparazzi and press photographers during a red carpet gala scene. This night shoot is seeking energetic performers who can help create an authentic media atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray paparazzi or press photographers at a red carpet event.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Handle prop cameras as instructed.
• Help create a realistic press environment.

Requirements

• Ages 18–65.
• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Comfortable working overnight.
• Real photography experience is a plus but not required.
• Available for both filming nights.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours, plus overtime and applicable allowances.
• Non-union: $13.00/hour (approximately $104 for 8 hours), with time and one-half after 8 hours.

Corporate Office Employees for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting background actors to portray corporate office employees in a downtown office setting. Casting directors are looking for professional-looking talent to help create an authentic corporate environment. This featured background opportunity is open to both SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a corporate office employee in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive in professional business attire suitable for an office environment.

Requirements

• Ages 22–65.
• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent welcome.
• Able to portray a professional office employee.
• Available to work both filming days.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $231 for 8 hours, plus overtime and applicable allowances.
• Non-union: $13.00/hour (approximately $104 for 8 hours), with time and one-half after 8 hours.

Male Stand-Ins for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is seeking two male stand-ins for an upcoming production. This behind-the-scenes role is ideal for dependable performers interested in working closely with the camera and lighting departments to prepare scenes before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal actors during lighting and camera setups.
• Hit marks accurately and remain still as directed.
• Assist the crew in preparing scenes for filming.
• Follow instructions from the camera and lighting departments.

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–60.
• Must be approximately 5’10” or 5’8″.
• Comfortable working exclusively as a stand-in.
• Available for both filming days.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $270 for 8 hours, plus overtime.
• Non-union rate provided upon booking.

Resort Lifestyle Commercial Talent

Job Description

A resort lifestyle commercial is seeking men and women for a paid advertising campaign featuring outdoor and leisure activities. This commercial is looking for fresh faces with a natural, active lifestyle who can authentically portray guests enjoying resort experiences. Selected talent may appear in scenes featuring golf, swimming, hiking, dining, chairlift rides, and other recreational activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray resort guests enjoying a variety of outdoor and leisure activities.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Wear your own natural, everyday wardrobe suitable for a resort setting.
• Style your own hair with a clean, natural look.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 30–50.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be a new face and not have previously participated in a Massanutten Resort project.
• Comfortable participating in lifestyle activities such as golf, swimming, hiking, dining, and chairlift rides.
• Able to provide authentic, casual wardrobe and natural hair styling.

Compensation

• $300 for a half day.
• $750 for a full day.
• Potential travel stipend may be available.

Massanutten Resort Commercial Talent

Job Description

A paid commercial production is seeking authentic talent for a Massanutten Resort campaign filming across multiple locations. Casting is open to individuals, couples, and families who embody an active, healthy lifestyle and can bring genuine energy to lifestyle scenes. Talent may be featured in pickleball, farmers market, family home, and fall festival settings for digital, social media, web, and television advertising.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally in lifestyle scenes for a commercial campaign.
• Participate in activities such as pickleball, visiting a farmers market, or attending a fall festival.
• Portray realistic family members, couples, or friends in everyday settings.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining an authentic on-camera presence.
• Be available for one or more scheduled filming days.

Requirements

• Adults ages 30–40 for parent roles.
• Adults ages 50–65 and 55+ for couple and grandparent roles.
• Children ages 4–7 for family scenes.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Active, health-conscious, and authentic lifestyle.
• Experience with scene-related activities is preferred.
• Comfortable portraying couples, friends, or family members.
• Real couples, real families, and individual applicants are welcome.
• Must not have previously appeared in a Massanutten Resort production.

Compensation

• $300 for a half-day shoot.
• $750 for a full-day shoot.
• Paid usage for social media, web, digital, and television.

Family Dollar Workplace Safety Training Video Casting

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is available for an upcoming Family Dollar workplace safety training video filming in Chesapeake, Virginia. Casting directors are seeking adult talent for non-speaking and speaking roles in active assailant and workplace violence training scenarios. This project is intended for internal training purposes and offers opportunities for actors to portray employees, customers, managers, and other featured roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray employees, customers, managers, or other assigned characters in workplace safety training videos.
• Perform in non-speaking or speaking scenes, depending on the assigned role.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Learn and deliver scripted dialogue for speaking roles when required.
• Participate in realistic workplace and de-escalation scenarios.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Seeking male and female talent for employee, customer, shooter, and manager roles.
• Must be comfortable portraying workplace violence and active assailant scenarios.
• Speaking roles require comfort with memorizing and delivering scripted dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Compensation

• Non-speaking roles: $450 per half-day.
• Speaking roles: $750 per full day.