Virginia Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Ferguson Project – Plumber Roles (Non-Union)

Job Description: We are casting for male actors to portray blue-collar plumbers for an upcoming Ferguson commercial project set in Richmond/Hampton Roads, VA. The role requires portraying a hardworking tradesman in various plumbing scenes. Self-taped auditions are required, and callbacks will be conducted via Zoom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a professional plumber performing tasks such as water heater repairs.
• Interact with customers and supply houses, demonstrating confidence and problem-solving abilities.
• Follow the direction of the production team to authentically represent a tradesman working in the field.

Requirements:

• Male, 30-50 years old.
• Must have a rugged, weathered appearance with rough or calloused hands to reflect the years spent working in a physically demanding trade.
• Should have a capable build but not overly muscular or a fitness-enthusiast physique.
• Must perform two audition scenes:
  1. Repairing a water heater and explaining the situation to a customer.
  2. Calling a local supplier to order necessary parts for the job.
• Confidence, swagger, and problem-solving experience are required characteristics.
• Clean-cut appearance with short to medium-length hair; no long hair or ponytails.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1,600 for a full-day session.
• Usage: $1,600 for 1-year nationwide broadcast, paid social, print, video, and 5 years internal usage (with client’s discretion for re-buy).
• Travel is negotiable.

Casting Call for Sharon Long – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray Sharon Long, a qualified but gossip-prone manager, for an internal-use video production. This project showcases how to handle media events within a hotel setting, contrasting effective and ineffective responses. Sharon is a central character who, despite her competence, tends to overshare information, often creating unnecessary issues.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sharon Long, a capable hotel manager who loves to gossip and tends to reveal too much information to the wrong people.
• Deliver a performance that reflects Sharon’s professionalism mixed with her tendency to cause trouble through excessive gossiping.
• Follow the director’s instructions to ensure that the nuances of Sharon’s character are effectively portrayed.
• Participate in a half-day shoot, collaborating with the production team to capture the necessary scenes.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 30-45, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a professional character with a gossiping habit.
• Ability to express both professionalism and an inclination to overshare in a believable and engaging manner.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (9 AM – 12 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Skip Jobs – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are looking for a male actor to portray Skip Jobs, a forgetful hotel manager, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events in a hotel setting by comparing effective and ineffective responses. Skip is a central character who is known for taking shortcuts and bending the rules, often leading to trouble.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Skip Jobs, a hotel manager who neglects following proper policies and procedures, leading to various mishaps.
• Bring the character’s forgetful and shortcut-prone nature to life in a realistic and humorous manner.
• Follow directions from the creative team to convey Skip’s personality and actions effectively on camera.
• Participate in a half-day shoot, working closely with the production team to achieve the desired outcome.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 30-45, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a character who disregards rules and causes trouble.
• Ability to express frustration, forgetfulness, and comedic timing is key.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (5:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Telly Vision – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a male actor to portray Telly Vision, an old-school TV cameraman, for an internal-use video production. This project focuses on how to handle media events within a hotel setting, showcasing both the right and wrong approaches to managing situations. Telly is a key character who, despite his nostalgia for the “good old days” of TV, is willing to adapt and go along with the chaotic scenarios to keep his job.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Telly Vision, a seasoned TV cameraman who reminisces about the past but remains flexible in today’s fast-paced media environment.
• Follow the director’s guidance to authentically express the character’s frustrations and adaptability while working with an ambitious news reporter.
• Participate in both half-day and full-day shoots, collaborating with the production team to capture the required scenes effectively.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 40-50, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying an experienced, somewhat nostalgic character.
• Ability to express adaptability and humor in a realistic, engaging manner.
• Acting experience preferred, especially in roles requiring a seasoned or mature character.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (4:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Full-day rate: $750 AUD (9 AM – 5 PM).
• Total compensation for both shoot days: $1,250 AUD.
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Nita Story – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray Nita Story, a determined and ambitious news reporter, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events in a hotel environment, contrasting effective and ineffective approaches. Nita is a critical character who embodies ambition and is willing to push the boundaries to advance her career.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Nita Story, a tough-as-nails news reporter for the local news outlet who is eager to move up in the industry.
• Capture Nita’s ambitious nature, including her willingness to manipulate situations to get the story she wants, even if it means bending the truth.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a high-quality performance that brings Nita’s character to life.
• Participate in both a half-day and full-day shoot to complete all necessary scenes for the character.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 25-35, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a driven and morally flexible news reporter.
• Ability to express ambition, determination, and a willingness to push boundaries.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (4:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Full-day rate: $750 AUD (9 AM – 5 PM) for a total of $1,250 AUD.

Casting Call for Mr./Ms. Locket (Non-Speaking Role) – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are casting for a non-speaking role in an internal-use video production. The role of Mr./Ms. Locket is a hotel guest who encounters a common issue during their stay—they misplace their room key and need assistance to get back into their room. This character will play a pivotal part in showcasing how hotel staff respond to guest issues, comparing effective versus ineffective responses.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Mr./Ms. Locket, a hotel guest who has misplaced their room key and requires help to regain access to their room.
• Participate in a non-speaking role where your actions and facial expressions are key to conveying the character’s frustration and relief once the situation is resolved.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure the right visual cues are delivered.
• Attend a half-day shoot, bringing a realistic and engaging performance without spoken lines.

Requirements:

• Male or Female, ages 30-50, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking role, with a focus on body language and facial expressions.
• Prior experience in acting or non-verbal roles is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $250 AUD (1:30 PM – 4 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Willie Help – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are looking for a male actor to portray Willie Help, a diligent and good-natured hotel maintenance supervisor, in an internal-use video production. The project focuses on how to handle media events in a hotel setting, showing both the right and wrong ways to address common issues. Willie plays a key role in solving problems behind the scenes, showcasing his professionalism and work ethic.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Willie Help, a hotel maintenance supervisor who takes pride in his work and enjoys working with his hands.
• Follow directions from the creative team to ensure the character’s positive and helpful demeanor is authentically represented.
• Participate in a half-day shoot as Willie Help, working closely with the production team to capture the right tone and performance for the video.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 25-35, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a hotel maintenance worker.
• Ability to express helpfulness and professionalism in a realistic and relatable way.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (1:30 PM – 4 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Betta Days – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are currently seeking a female actor to portray Betta, a single mom and hotel guest, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events effectively, contrasting the right versus wrong way to manage issues that could arise in a hotel setting. Betta is a key character in one of the scenarios, reacting to common hotel problems with her typical frustrations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Betta, a single mom staying at the hotel who encounters issues such as a broken refrigerator and air conditioning failure.
• Act professionally and follow direction from the creative team to convey an authentic and relatable experience.
• Participate in a half-day shoot for the role of Betta, engaging with the production team to ensure the desired tone is met.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 21-30, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a guest in a hotel setting.
• Ability to express frustration in a realistic, engaging way.
• Experience in acting is preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (11 AM – 2 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Skater Kid Role – Medical Commercial in Richmond, VA

Job Description:
We are seeking a talented and energetic young actor, aged 13-16, to portray a “Skater Kid” for an upcoming medical commercial in Richmond, VA. The ideal candidate should have strong skateboarding skills and embody the rebellious, adventurous spirit of a young Tony Hawk type. This role requires a confident, dynamic personality who is comfortable performing skating tricks on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a confident and skilled skateboarder in a family or urban setting for the commercial.
• Perform skateboarding tricks and moves as directed by the production team.
• Follow direction to deliver an authentic and energetic performance on camera.
• Participate in a one-day shoot and attend a fitting prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Male or female, aged 13-16, any ethnicity.
• Must have strong skateboarding skills and the ability to perform tricks.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a skating environment.
• Ability to travel to Richmond, VA, with all expenses paid.
• A video showcasing skateboarding skills is required for submission.

Compensation Details:

• Kids: $750 for an 8-10 hour day (Buyout, Fitting included).
• Travel, accommodation, and per diem will be provided.

Casting Call for Skater Mom Role – Medical Commercial in Richmond, VA

Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic woman, aged 40s, to portray a “Skater Mom” for an upcoming medical commercial in Richmond, VA. The role requires someone who can embody the spirit of a mom who has spent over a decade witnessing and supporting her child’s skating adventures. This is a fun and relatable role, perfect for someone who can portray a laid-back, supportive, and cool “boy-mom.”

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a relatable, fun, and cool “Skater Mom” in a family setting for the commercial.
• Follow direction to showcase the balance of being supportive yet relaxed with a teen who loves skating.
• Collaborate with the production team and other actors to bring authenticity to the character.
• Participate in a one-day shoot and attend a fitting prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 40s, any ethnicity.
• Must have a cool and laid-back “boy-mom” vibe.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a family environment.
• Ability to travel to Richmond, VA, with all expenses paid.

Compensation Details:

• Adults: $2,000 for a 10-hour day (Buyout, Fitting included).
• Travel, accommodation, and per diem will be provided.