Hampton Roads – Extras Casting call for feature film America’s Favorite – August/September 2026 – Paid

Job Position(s): Hampton Roads – Extras Casting call for feature film America’s Favorite – August/September 2026 – Paid

Virginia Film Office — Casting is seeking paid extras for the Hampton Roads – Extras Casting Call for feature film America’s Favorite, shooting in Virginia across August and September 2026. Background performers on this production will populate scenes to support principal photography, working under the direction of the assistant directors and background casting team to build out the world of the film. This opportunity suits performers who are comfortable on a working feature film set and available for flexible call dates across the production window.

About the Role

This Hampton Roads – Extras Casting Call for feature film America’s Favorite is part of a paid background casting effort coordinated through the Virginia Film Office, which exclusively posts compensated positions for non-student productions. Background work on a feature film of this scale typically involves holding for scenes, taking direction from ADs on set, and maintaining continuity across multiple takes throughout the shoot day. Availability across the August and September 2026 date range in the Hampton Roads area will be a key factor in how performers are selected and scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to set on assigned shoot days in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area as scheduled by the background casting department.
• Follow direction from the first and second assistant directors during all background performance on the feature film production.
• Maintain scene continuity by repeating actions, positions, and wardrobe across multiple takes as instructed.
• Arrive in approved wardrobe and any required looks as communicated during the extras casting process.
• Stay available and attentive during holding periods, which are standard across feature film set workflows.
• Respond promptly to casting communications regarding scheduling changes, call times, and fitting appointments.

What You Bring

• Prior background or extras experience on a film or television production is a plus but not required.
• Availability across multiple dates in August and September 2026 in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.
• Ability to follow direction quickly and work within the structured environment of a professional feature film set.
• Comfort with variable call times and extended shoot days, which are standard in feature film production.

Why This Role

America’s Favorite is a paid feature film production posting through the Virginia Film Office, which only lists compensated background and crew opportunities outside of student projects. For performers based in Hampton Roads, this is a direct path onto a professional feature film set during an active production in the region. The August and September 2026 shoot window offers multiple potential days of paid work for those with strong availability.

Apply now for the Hampton Roads – Extras Casting Call for feature film America’s Favorite, posted through Virginia Film Office — Casting.