Child Open Roles for "The Buffer" Project
Now casting "The Buffer," a grant-supported dramatic pilot presentation/proof-of-concept project. Please see the details below. ONLY DMV TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Rate: Roles will be paid. Meals, credit, and footage will be provided. Additional details will be shared with selected actors during the audition process. About the project: Grounded, urgent, and deeply rooted in Prince George’s County, THE BUFFER explores survival, friendship, family, identity, and the corruption underneath the systems people are told to trust. Seeking serious, dramatic actors capable of subtle, emotionally honest performances and authentic onscreen chemistry. Actors with theater training, film experience, or strong naturalistic performance instincts are highly encouraged to submit. Prince George’s County natives and PG County-based talent will be prioritized. Additional info: • Filming in Prince George’s County & DMV Area • Summer 2026 Production • Grant-supported independent production • Non-Union & SAG actors welcome • Select roles will require self-tapes, callbacks, and chemistry reads • DMV local hires strongly encouraged • Prince George’s County natives and PG County-based talent prioritized When applying, please send: • Headshot or recent photo • Resume, if available • Demo reel or self-tape, if available • Name • Age • Height • Location • PG County connection, if applicable • Role of interest • Contact information SUBJECT LINE: CASTING SUBMISSION - [ROLE NAME]
5 roles
Quiet, artistic, observant, and sensitive. A child is processing trauma while trying to hold onto his innocence and identity. One of the emotional anchors of the project.
Emotionally volatile and impulsive, masking deep insecurity and hurt. Requires nuance, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence.
Funny, expressive, socially aware, and emotionally intuitive. Uses humor and energy to mask fear and discomfort.
Creative, observant, thoughtful, and quietly intelligent. Strong presence with minimal dialogue.
Funny, reactive, socially aware. Uses humor and commentary to navigate tension.