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Virginia Beach – Casting Call for Immersive Theater – April to end of year 2024 – Paid

Currently casting a part for the Concierge of an immersive theater show at the Virginia Beach oceanfront that combines live actors, escape room elements, choose your own adventure scenarios and scares. Now in our 5th season. Experience in interactive theater or familiar with Sleep No More in New York is a huge plus. The Concierge’s… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – 4/26-28 – Unpaid

“At the start of a new school year, a university’s new assistant dean of the arts haphazardly assembles a student committee, in an attempt to improve the school’s art programs.” Please submit one response for each role you audition for. Make sure any Google Drive link sent is accessible, otherwise an access request will be… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – April 2024 – Unpaid

SEEKING ACTORS IN EARLY 20s FOR A SHORT STUDENT HORROR FILM HAZE Productions is seeking a cast for our upcoming short LGBTQ horror film, Inimical. Inimical follows Alex, a college aged student, who is struggling with her sexuality and mental health. While trying to become comfortable being herself openly, Alex begins to be haunted by… Read more »

Woodbridge – Casting call for web series – 3/30-4/1 – Paid

703 Entertainment is looking for 2 male actors for an up coming shoot later this month . send headshots and resumes to – thecomplexcasting@gmail.com (Shoot Synopsis) A nervous job applicant, Alex, sits across from a stern-looking interviewer, Mr. Johnson. Casting Alex:18-29 Mr. Johnson:25-40 Website: 703Entertainment – YouTube

Richmond – Casting call for Student short film – March 29th – Unpaid

“An inexperienced film crew attempt to make a short film but due to their lack of experience everything imaginable goes wrong.” My name is Tamia Booker and I am producing a short film called “The Diner.” If you are interested please send your resume and headshot to: bookerta@vcu.edu CASTING CALL: Director – LEAD – person… Read more »

Richmond – Extras Casting call for Student Short film – March & April 2024 – Unpaid

Backtracking NorthStar Cinema Productions Director: Ryan Callaghan Non-Union Hi! The students behind the VCU-student short film BACKTRACKING are looking for extras! STORYLINE: Preston is a 23 year old alcoholic working a desk job after graduating. Grappling with a lover’s spat, he drinks until unconscious. In his dream, he quickly finds out that he can’t escape… Read more »

Richmond – Extras Casting call for student short film – March 9th – Unpaid

Brock Cooper Productions is seeking EXTRAS for The Observer, a non-union, sci-fi short film shooting in Richmond, VA on March 9th, 2024 Storyline: A creepy giant eye appears in the sky and people believe this to be an apocalyptic or biblical event. Two very different people argue their beliefs about The Eye, the universe, and… Read more »

Hampton Roads – Casting call for Indie film – August 2024 – Paid

Seeking Local Hires to the Hampton Roads area for new film “sevenfiveseven” written and directed by Daevion Markell Smith. In the heart of a tight-knit religious community, the story of “SevenFiveSeven” unfolds, focusing on the lives of three brothers, each battling the weight of their parents’ immense expectations. The boys are expected to inherit the… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student pilot project – March 2024 – Unpaid

This project is a pilot episode for a series. After a major conflict with the people in her life, Noelle, an anxious, codependent girl breaks away from her friend group and sets out to find herself. If interested, please choose a short monologue and submit a video audition through the google form: “Subjects to Change”… Read more »

Norfolk – Casting call for Independent thriller – March-August 2024 – Paid

“Make A Wish” is an urban inspired thriller based on a twisted story that details a woman who avenges her brother’s death. SEEKING MALE LEADS and FEMALE EXTRAS This movie is filmed in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Directions to Audition: On the day of auditions, be prepared to act out 2 (two) scenes… Read more »

Charlottesville – Casting call for student short film – March 2024 – Unpaid

Title: Driver’s Test Director: Vance Elliott Location: Charlottesville, Va Project Type: Student Short Film Logline: A comedy film in which a bank robber, on the run from the law, stumbles across a teenager waiting to take his driver’s test. Hoping to evade the police, he convinces the teenager that he’s the driving instructor, and the… Read more »

Charlottesville – Casting call for student short film – March 2024 – Unpaid

Title: I See you Director: Ansh Pathapadu University: University of Virginia Project Type: Student Short Film Logline: In “I See You,” Andy, a young man facing the gradual loss of his vision, navigates his daily routine with the unexpected return of his estranged sister, Anna. As they confront their strained relationship, Andy discovers a unique… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – May 14th-17th – Paid

Searching for a young actress (18+) to play fourteen years old. AMELIA is shy and reserved, through the course of the film she learns how to express herself. We are not looking for someone to “play fourteen” or naive, we are looking for someone who is naturally quiet and gentle, who can experience this story… Read more »

Harrisonburg – Casting call for two student short films – March 2024 – Unpaid

First Film: “The Forest’s Edge” Director: Nyah Jana Logline: An impromptu hike to rekindle an old romance turns sinister when Matt and Sarah face unseen dangers in a forest that’s harbored rumors of dark secrets. Special Notes: 1) We invite individuals of all ages, experiences, abilities, ethnic backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexualities to audition. 2)… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for commercial – March 16th & 17th – Paid

Casting for Spotify Spec Commercial Character: (Lead): Age: 25-35 Gender: Male/Female Ethnicity: Any Description: The heart and soul of the commercial, the character brings “a moment of truth” and laughter through subtle facial expressions. Comfortable wearing an Easter Bunny costume, this character embodies humor and whimsy without dialogue. Improvisational skills are a plus, as the… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – April 2024 – Defferred

Hi! My name is Tamia Booker and I am VCUarts 2nd year Cinema major. The idea behind this project is to bring awareness to how black students who choose to major in an arts field major in college are often looked down upon due to the fear of the lack of making a successful living.… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Casting call for commercial – March 12th & 13th – Paid

Good afternoon! We are casting for an upcoming shoot for an insurance company. This will be 2 days, the first day will be a VO session (will take an hour) and the second day will be video (will take about 3 hours). This casting will require a self tape. Roles: Insurance agent: Age 25-50 Males… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for student short film – March 2024 – Unpaid

Backtracking NorthStar Cinema Productions Director: Ryan Callaghan Hi! We’re a group of VCU students who are trying to achieve our filmmaking dreams! We’re in search of actors for our surrealist short film BACKTRACKING which will be filmed in Richmond, VA. STORYLINE: Preston is a 23 year old alcoholic working a desk job after graduating. Grappling… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student documentary – March 2024 – Unpaid

VCU STUDENT MEDIA PRODUCTION CAPSTONE PROJECT Are you ready to confront your fears and inspire others along the way? Be a part of the empowering journey of personal growth and triumph in the gripping documentary, titled “Courage Unveiled: Conquering Fears”. ABOUT THE PROJECT: “Courage Unveiled: Conquering Fears” follows individuals as they bravely confront and conquer… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for film project – March 23rd & 24th – Paid

Casting Call for roll of Hannah in film project. Hannah is the love interest of Josh. She is a dedicated girlfriend and has no idea he is cheating behind her back. One of the dividing factors for her is that she wants to wait to have sex until marriage and Josh wants to do it… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – March 2024 – Unpaid

Richmond, VA – Casting Call for Short Narrative Film 3:00:00. Hello! VCUarts Photo/Film students are creating a seven minute narrative film. Here’s a brief description! BRIEF DESCRIPTION – “In ‘3:00:00,’ Adella Rankine, a vibrant newcomer, navigates the corporate landscape of ‘Welcome Home’ incorporation under the guidance of the charismatic yet disheveled supervisor, Andy Kipling. Against… Read more »

Northern Virginia – Casting call for PSA – Week of February 12th – Paid

ISO two actors: 1- Bilingual (Spanish and American English) Central or S. American middle-aged male; 2 – Bilingual (Spanish and American English) Afro-Latina middle-aged woman. Northern Virgnia production company is casting a PSA. One or two days shooting, $450/day. To shoot the week of February 12. To be considered, please send headshot and resume to… Read more »

Charlottesville – Extras, Cast & Crew call for student short film – 2/22-2/25 & 3/21-3/24 – Unpaid

Hello! We are a group of UVA students making a short film, and are in need of a PA, some extras, a set designer, and a young brunette boy (ideally around 8-10 years old, for only a single scene) for a short film! The plot synopsis is: A young man attempts to reconcile with his… Read more »

King William – Casting call for student thesis film – February 4th – Paid

EMERGENCY LAST MINUTE CASTING FOR THIS SUNDAY!!! Looking for someone to play the role of a “mysterious figure” in my thesis film. Your face won’t really be revealed and you will only have one line of dialogue. You must own black clothing but I will also provide some of the wardrobe. I am looking for… Read more »