Richmond – Casting call for student short film – February 2027 – Paid

Virginia Film Office — Casting is seeking talent for a student short film shooting in Richmond, Virginia in February 2027. This Richmond casting call for a student short film is part of a non-paid student production, posted through the Virginia Film Office's curated casting board, which lists student projects alongside paid industry positions. Actors early in their careers who are looking to build on-camera credits through narrative short film work will find this a practical fit.

About the Role
This is a talent role sourced through the Virginia Film Office — Casting pipeline, which connects student productions at Virginia-based academic programs with local actors. The short film is scheduled for production in February 2027, giving cast members time to coordinate availability ahead of principal photography. A typical involvement includes audition, callbacks, rehearsal, and on-set shooting days consistent with a student short film production schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Attend scheduled auditions and any callback sessions arranged by the student director or casting coordinator.
Prepare and perform assigned sides or cold reads appropriate to the role within the short film's narrative.
Collaborate with the student crew during principal photography in Richmond to deliver consistent on-camera performances across takes.
Participate in any table reads or rehearsals scheduled prior to the February 2027 production dates.
Maintain reliable communication with the primary production contact regarding scheduling, costume, and any script revisions.
Adhere to the student short film production's call times and set protocols throughout the shoot.

What You Bring

On-camera acting experience, whether through student film, independent short film, or community theater with film crossover.
Availability in Richmond, Virginia during the February 2027 production window.
Comfort working on a student production set where crew are developing their craft alongside talent.
No union affiliation is required for this non-paid student production posting.

Why This Role
The Virginia Film Office — Casting board maintains a standard of only listing legitimate productions, making this student short film posting a credible opportunity within the Virginia film production community. This Richmond casting call for a student short film is listed as non-paid, consistent with the Film Office's policy for student productions. For actors building a short film reel, a February 2027 production credit through a Virginia-based student project offers tangible screen time.

Apply now for the Richmond casting call for a student short film through Virginia Film Office — Casting and secure your audition ahead of the February 2027 production dates.