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Teen Extras Needed for Short Film "The Silent Crisis"

Newport News, VA, United States
ID: 583511Exp: 4/25/2025
Description:

Casting teen extras for an independent short film, "The Silent Crisis". Please find the details listed below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: “The Silent Crisis,” a gripping drama inspired by true events. The film explores the emotional toll and systemic disparities in urgency when a Black teen goes missing — and the community’s fight to bring him home. Rate: Paid. Meals: Provided on set. Additional info: Location: Newport News, VA Filming Dates: Specific dates will be shared with selected extras Time Commitment: 4–6 hours depending on scene Local Hires Preferred: Must be based in the 757 area (Newport News, VA Beach, Portsmouth, Hampton, Norfolk, Suffolk, Chesapeake) or surrounding (Richmond accepted). April 26th-May 1st. Requirements: Must be dependable, available, and have reliable transportation When applying, please send your name, age, location, availability, and a recent photo (headshot or candid is fine) with the subject line: Extra Submission – The Silent Crisis.

4 roles

Basketball court scenesBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(non-speaking)

Track & field runnersBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Athletes (non-speaking)

Park bench sceneBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(non-speaking)

Community center sceneBoth genders14-18 y.o.All ethnicities