Virginia Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Extras – Pharma Project (SAG)

Job Description
Join an upcoming Pharma commercial project filming in Richmond, VA. This is a great opportunity for SAG actors to gain experience on a professional set and be part of a health-focused production. The shoot requires reliable and enthusiastic background talent to help bring the story to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday individuals in various lifestyle scenes

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Participate in light activity (some roles may involve jogging)

• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be SAG-AFTRA talent

• Open to men and women ages 20–50, all ethnicities

• Must be available for one day of filming (October 7 or 8)

• Comfortable performing light physical activity (please specify if open to jogging)

• Submit a current headshot labeled with your first and last name

• Include full name, SAG status, email, and availability when applying

Compensation

• SAG Scale: $448.70 for 8 hours + 10% agency fee

Tourism Project – On-Camera Talent (Men and Women)

Job Description
A non-union tourism project is now seeking men and women to appear in an upcoming shoot. This production is looking for talent who can embody a relaxed, aspirational look—think “running errands on a Saturday.” The goal is to capture authentic, relatable individuals who appear put-together yet natural on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a full-day tourism shoot portraying lifestyle scenes

• Follow creative direction and deliver authentic, natural performances

• Dress in wardrobe fitting the relaxed, casual theme

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 35–55

• Must be healthy and relatively fit (no extreme athleticism required)

• Open to all races and ethnicities

• Must provide own wardrobe

  • Jeans, khakis, or comfortable pants (no shorts)

  • Casual button-downs, polos, or neat t-shirts

  • Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers, loafers, casual flats)

  • Light layers (cardigans or light jackets)

• Avoid bright whites, neon colors, or busy patterns

• Must be able to self-report to set

Compensation

• $800 flat rate per adult (less any applicable fees)

Tourism Project Casting for Adults

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking non-union adult talent for a paid tourism project filming in Charlottesville, VA. This lifestyle shoot will highlight natural, relatable, and aspirational moments of everyday life. Talent should appear approachable, confident, and camera-ready, portraying the look of a relaxed, stylish couple or individual enjoying a day out.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in lifestyle-themed scenes such as shopping or walking.

• Arrive camera-ready with wardrobe fitting the project’s aesthetic.

• Follow creative direction and maintain a comfortable, natural presence on camera.

• Collaborate with production staff for smooth on-set operations.

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Ages 35–55

• 3 men and 3 women needed

• Fit, healthy, and aspirational look — polished but relatable

• Open to all races and ethnicities

• Real couples encouraged to apply together

Wardrobe Guidelines

• Jeans, khakis, or casual pants (no shorts)

• Button-down shirts, polos, or clean t-shirts

• Comfortable shoes (sneakers, loafers, flats)

• Light layers such as cardigans or jackets

• Avoid bright whites, neon colors, and busy patterns

Compensation

• $800 minimum per adult (less any applicable fees)

Casting Couple in Their 40s for Tourism Project

Job Description:
Casting a couple in their 40s for a tourism campaign filming in Alexandria, VA. The project will capture lifestyle moments such as shopping, dining, and enjoying the city’s attractions to highlight the charm of the area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in lifestyle photo and video shoots at multiple Alexandria locations

• Portray a believable, natural connection as a couple on camera

• Follow direction from production to capture warm and engaging moments

Requirements:

• Couple in their 40s

• Open to all races, ethnicities, and body types

• Must be available on one of the shoot days, September 30 or October 1

Compensation:

• $1,200 per talent (paid directly by client)

Casting Friend Groups for Tourism Project

Job Description:
Casting two friend groups for a tourism campaign filming in Alexandria, VA. The project will showcase lifestyle scenes including shopping, dining, walking, and other activities around the city. Some talent may deliver 1–2 short lines directly to camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in lifestyle photo and video shoots at various Alexandria locations

• Interact naturally with other group members to create authentic moments

• Follow direction from the crew to achieve the desired look and feel

Requirements:

• Friend Group #1: Three women, late 20s to late 30s

• Friend Group #2: Three men, late 20s to late 30s

• Open to all races, ethnicities, body types, and backgrounds

• Must be available on one of the shoot days, September 30 or October 1

Compensation:

• $1,200 per talent (paid directly by client)

Casting Mature Couple for Tourism Project

Job Description:
Casting a mature couple for a tourism campaign filming in Alexandria, VA. The shoot will feature lifestyle scenes showcasing the beauty of the city, including shopping, dining, and exploring local attractions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in lifestyle photo and video shoots at various Alexandria locations

• Portray a natural, authentic connection as a couple on camera

• Follow direction to create warm, engaging, and believable moments

Requirements:

• Mature couple, ages 65+

• Open to all races, ethnicities, and body types

• Must be available on one of the shoot days, September 30 or October 1

Compensation:

• $1,200 per talent (paid directly by client)

Civil War Soldier Extras for Film

Job Description:
Casting male actors to portray Civil War Federal soldiers for a film production. This is a great opportunity for history enthusiasts and reenactors to bring authenticity to the screen in a historically inspired project filming in Richmond, VA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Civil War soldiers authentically on camera

• Wear appropriate costume or reenactor kit during filming

• Follow direction from production to maintain historical accuracy

Requirements:

• Men, ages 18–48

• Skinny to average build

• Short to medium length hair

• Civil War reenactors with full kit strongly encouraged to apply

• Locals fitting the description without a kit also welcome

Compensation:

• $200/day for reenactors with full kit

Extras for Civil War Movie

Job Description:
Casting local men to play Civil War soldiers in a non-union feature filming in the Richmond, VA area. This is a paid opportunity to appear as background talent in historically inspired scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Civil War soldiers authentically on camera

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene accuracy

• Be available for full-day shoots as needed

Requirements:

• Male, ages 18–45

• Trim builds, shaggy hair, and facial hair encouraged

• Must be local to the Richmond, VA area

• Submit current photo, contact information, height, weight, and clothing sizes for consideration

Compensation:

• Paid non-union opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Extras for Investigative Documentary – Angels & Demons

Job Description
Join an exciting investigative documentary series featuring heavy reenactments and contribute to telling powerful stories on-screen. This project is looking for dedicated extras to help bring dramatic moments to life for a feature production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in reenactment scenes with direction from production team

• Portray characters authentically to match the story’s tone

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during multiple shoot days

Requirements

• Open to male and female talent, age 16 and above

• All ethnicities welcome

• Special need for talent of Arabic or Middle Eastern descent

• Talent to portray Jewish characters and community members

• Must not have appeared in a previous episode of this series

Compensation

• $125 per day

Actress for Investigative Documentary Reenactment Role (Julia)

Job Description
A gripping investigative documentary project is seeking a talented actress to portray “Julia,” a high priestess of a satanic cult who is demonically possessed. This role involves emotional depth, vulnerability, and intensity as Julia battles between wanting freedom from her possession and her fear of losing power.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in heavy reenactment scenes as Julia

• Convey emotional conflict and fear in a believable, compelling way

• Follow director’s guidance and work collaboratively with the production team

• Submit a self-tape audition including slate, headshot, and full-body shot

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian, ages 35–45

• Black or dark brown hair, brown eyes

• Pale, petite build

• Ability to portray fear, intensity, and inner conflict authentically

• Must submit audition tape with provided sides, headshot, full-body photo, and reel (if available)

Compensation

• Paid per role (minimum $300 per 10-hour day, less fees)