Virginia Beach – Casting call for short film – June 2026 – Paid

Job Position(s): Virginia Beach – Casting call for short film – June 2026 – Paid

The Virginia Film Office — Casting is seeking actors for a paid short film casting call in Virginia Beach, VA, scheduled for June 2026. This is a short film production casting process, meaning selected talent will perform on-camera roles that make up the core of the project’s narrative. The role suits performers with screen acting experience who are looking for credited, compensated work on a short film production.

About the Role

This casting call sits within the talent acquisition phase of a short film production being coordinated through the Virginia Film Office — Casting, which posts only paid positions for non-student projects. Actors brought on will work directly on set during the June 2026 production window in Virginia Beach. A typical day will involve performing scripted scenes on location as part of a structured short film shoot.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scripted on-camera roles during the short film production shoot in June 2026.
• Attend any required rehearsals, table reads, or pre-production sessions scheduled by the director or casting team.
• Take direction from the director and first assistant director while maintaining continuity across takes.
• Prepare character work in advance, including script analysis and memorization of dialogue prior to production days.
• Remain available and on-call during scheduled shooting days for the duration of the Virginia Beach production.
• Coordinate with the wardrobe and makeup departments during pre-shoot preparation on set.

What You Bring

• Prior on-camera acting experience in short film, independent film, or episodic television production.
• Ability to take and apply direction quickly in a working production environment.
• Availability for the full June 2026 production schedule in the Virginia Beach area.
• A current acting resume and headshot ready for submission through the casting process.
• Comfort working on a film set with crew, equipment, and the general workflow of a structured shoot day.

Why This Role

The Virginia Film Office — Casting operates under a strict paid-only policy for non-student productions, so compensation is confirmed upfront as part of this short film casting call. This is a legitimate credit on a produced short film, which carries real value for actors building a screen performance reel in the Virginia Beach market. The Virginia Film Office maintains a reputation for connecting working professionals with verified, compensated production work.

Apply now for the Virginia Beach casting call for short film through the Virginia Film Office — Casting and secure your place in the June 2026 production.