Casting call: Locals invited to take part in council campaign film

We are looking for actors to feature in a short two-minute film promoting the Council’s services. The film will help support victims of violence against women and girls (VAWG) and to encourage bystanders to intervene when they see it happening.

We are keen to spotlight upcoming actors who are living, working or studying in Richmond upon Thames and the surrounding areas. Performers in the early stages of their career, amateur dramatists and theatre students are encouraged to apply.

All roles are non-speaking. Applicants must be 18+.

Filming is expected to take place over two days in the week commencing 24 April 2023.

Available roles:

Female identifying protagonist

• The main character who will be followed over the course of the film.
• Aged between 18 – 30

Male identifying perpetrator

• The antagonist who will have regularly have problematic interactions with the main character
• Aged between 18 – 30

Male identifying bystander/intervener

• Volunteer
• Colleague

Please send applications to Mayowa.Oriowo@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk with the subject ‘VAWG Video’. In your email, please include: 

• Full name
• A recent photo
• Your location
• The role(s) you wish to be considered for