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Arlington – Casting call for monologue storytelling – april 9 – Paid

Title: Auditions in Arlington, VA for an AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE ACTOR for Monologue Storytelling About Involvement in the Criminal Justice System Location: Arlington, VA (NEEDS TO BE LOCAL TO THE D.C. METRO AREA!!) OAR (Offender Aid and Restoration) of Arlington, Alexandria and Falls Church is seeking an African American male actor to perform a monologue… Read more »

D.C. – Casting call for male with african accent – March 12 – paid

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a non-union industrial & web video shooting in the Washington, DC metro area either March 12 or 13, 2019. We are looking for the following type: African American male, 30-60 years old, speaks English with an eastern, central, or western African accent. Teleprompter experience preferable but not required. For… Read more »

Springfield & Sterling – Casting for George Mason Student film – march 8-10 – unpaid

Jihad, a 17-year-old boy, lives with his loving parents and younger sister, Sham in Syria. His dream since he was a child was to attend college and become an architect. The film starts by giving us a look into Jihad’s daily life and his interactions with his family. One evening, while Jihad’s parents are out,… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for VCU short film – Feb 28 – Paid

The Junior film class at VCU is looking for three actors for a short student film – THE GHOST OF CAPITAL CINEMA. It is a lighthearted, paranormal comedy about two women ghosthunters and an eccentric fan named Brad. We are looking for three actors: Micah – any ethnicity, woman, 18-25. High-energy and goofy. Casey –… Read more »

Virginia beach – Casting for student film – Feb 28-March 7 – unpaid

**CASTING CALL!** Non-Union/ Non Paid Type: Broadcast TV Episode Title: Talking BS Producer: Chi Isom-Brown Dates: February 28th and March 7th Time: 6pm-9pm Location: Regent University TV Studio, Virginia Beach Cast Needed: Any age/ethnicity, Male & Female comedic characters. Roles range from game show contestants to SNL-like newscasters and skits. If interested, please contact: karitho@mail.regent.edu… Read more »

Statewide – Rehoboth Beach Regional Showcase call for films – Deadline April 1 – $15

The Rehoboth Beach Film Society is excited to announce that submissions are open for this year’s Regional Showcase, taking place from May 3-5. There is a $15 non-refundable submission fee. The submission period is from February 1 to April 1. Filmmakers who have had their submissions selected to the program will be notified by April… Read more »

Virginia Beach – casting for student film – April 11-14 – unpaid

***CASTING CALL*** Non-union Audition dates: February 28th from 5-9pm & March 2nd from 9am-2pm Shooting dates: April 11th-14th Virginia Beach, VA & Norfolk, VA Synopsis: Two litigators uncover a plot to assassinate a local judge. Their attempt to do the moral thing creates a scenario that haphazardly puts them in danger. Casting for supporting actors… Read more »

Statewide – Call for films, shorts, & scripts – Feb 28 regular deadline – Fee

The Bedford International Film Festival is accepting films, shorts, and scripts for the July 2019 festival. Regular deadline: Feb 28 Late deadline: April 10 Extended deadline: May 1   Submit through FilmFreeway https://filmfreeway.com/BedfordInternationalFilmFestival Happy Filmmaking!

RICHMOND – Casting Call for Student Films – March 9th – April 7th – UNPAID

Sonja Bertucci, Visiting Professor in Film Studies at the University of Richmond & “FILM PRODUCTION 302” are seeking 16 ACTORS for their short films (around 5-6 minutes).   SHOOTING DATES FOR ALL FILMS:  MARCH 9th until APRIL 7th, 2019 Project Specifications and Compensation: Dramatic short, around 5-10 minutes, shot with the Sony Alpha 7S2. This… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Seeking special effects artist – Current – Paid

Looking to consult and possible collaborate on a small segment for a short student film that requires someone to be bludgeoned in the back of the head by a weapon: hammer or machete. Please email domiaki@mail.regent.edu with resume and reel (if available). Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.    

Richmond – VCU Film Adjunct Faculty Position – Current – paid

Institution: Virginia Commonwealth University Location: Richmond, VA Category: Faculty – Communications – Film and Video Posted: 02/20/2019 Type: Adjunct/Part-Time Role Code/Title: AJ – Adjunct Faculty Position Number: J00001 Organizational Overview At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery – the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the… Read more »

Richmond – Casting three commercials – TBD March – Paid

J7 is casting for three commercials for a local software company. Tentative shoot dates are half day (5 hours) in March 2019. MARY: 35-40 year old Caucasian woman who wears business casual attire. She wears a welcome smile and helps the viewer understand how to use the software. She uses a natural, relaxed speaking tone… Read more »

Statewide – Catapult Documentary Fellowship accepting applications – Deadline March 20 – Fee

SFFILM and the Catapult Film Fund support filmmakers in the early stages of development on compelling, story-driven, feature-length documentary films. The fellowship is geared towards emerging filmmakers who have directed short films previously and for whom this is their first feature, or filmmakers who have directed one or two features already. Submission Deadline: March 20,… Read more »

D.C. – Line Producing two-day program with Marueen Ryan – March 9 & 10 – Fee

PGA CAPITAL REGION PRESENTS: A LINE PRODUCING 2-DAY PROGRAM BY MAUREEN A. RYAN This 2-day training course will teach members the essential skills of Line Producing – from pre-production through post-production. This step-by-step workshop focuses on what you need to know to line produce LOW BUDGET INDEPENDENT SCRIPTED projects, NOT studio films, network films/television or… Read more »

Richmond and NOVA – Seeking makeup artists – March 28, 29, 30 & April 1 – Paid

We are looking for a makeup artist for some photos for March 28-29 in Northern VA and one for March 30 / April 1 in Richmond.  Please email me your rates and experience.  Thanks.   — Barbara Scheeler barb@scene-1.com Scene-1 Washington, DC

Richmond – Weekend screenwriting intensive – Feb 23-24 – Fee

There are a few spots left for screenwriters of all levels in next weekend’s special two-day seminar, From On the Waterfront to The Shape of Water: What Makes Movies Great, this Saturday and Sunday at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, 1812 West Main Street.   Led by veteran freelance writer Kimberly Gadette, this seminar will help you bring your… Read more »

Statewide – Magic of Horror film festival call for entries – deadline march 30 – $25 fee

Virginia horror filmmakers – we want YOU! This year The Magic of Horror is moving from an online festival to a live venue and shining its spotlight on short films. However, we didn’t want to leave the features completely out of the fun, so we also have a Film Trailer Competition! All selected films and… Read more »

Statewide – Roy W. Dean Film Grant accepting applications – deadline april 30 – fee

For indie filmmakers that need help starting or completing their film, the Spring 2019 Roy W. Dean Film Grant is now accepting submissions.  Celebrating its 27th year, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant is awarded to a unique film that contributes to society.  Winner will receive $3,500 cash and $30,000 in film production services to… Read more »

Richmond – Panel on Using smart phones to film – Feb 26 – $5/free

Hosted by Richmond VPA: USING SMART DEVICES TO FILM! February 26, 2019 Metro Productions 8570 Magellan Parkway Suite 400 | Richmond 6:30 PM Networking | 7:00 PM Panel VPA Members FREE | Guests $5   More information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/368872950389445/   Whether stopping by to check it out, or seriously considering membership, we encourage you to come… Read more »

RICHMOND – Training Program for Actors – March 2nd,16th,30th – FEE/FREE

Improv comedy TV/Film studio is producing Improv Comedy TV shows and Movies. This group of actors is dedicated to having fun together creating the world’s most entertaining form of improv comedy for both live and TV audiences. They are driven to create careers for Richmond Actors who want to have fun performing together.  They are called ACTOR… Read more »

Arlington, VA – Casting Call – April 9th 2019 – Paid

Auditions in Arlington, VA for an African-American male actor for Monologue Storytelling About Involvement in the Criminal Justice System. The project date will be 4/09/2019 in Arlington, VA. This is a paid position. Please contact Heather Pritchett at hpritchett@oaronline.org for more information!

D.C. – Casting Call for background actors – Feb 15 – Paid

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for BACKGROUND for a SAG TV Show filming in Washington, DC on Friday, February 15, 2019. ***PLEASE NOTE, THIS WILL BE AN EXTERIOR SHOOT*** We are looking for the following types for background: Women, 18-40 years old, any ethnicity. This is a physical role and will require extensive repetitive motion… Read more »

Richmond – Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts seeking 2 actors for short film – March 8-10 – Paid

Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts are seeking 2 actors for HERE LIES BEATRICE, a non-union short student film.   HERE LIES BEATRICE VCUarts Non-Union Short Student Film Production Company: VCUarts via an Undergraduate Grant Executive Producer:  Virginia Bertholet Director: Sam Labella Producer:  Kat Docalovich Writer:  Sam Labella Casting Director:  Anne Chapman Casting Associate: Tracia Austin… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Casting for for tourism spots – Feb 19-20 – Paid

arvold.casting is seeking actors and real people local and regional to Virginia Beach, VA for Virginia Beach Tourism spots! Those with experience and those newer to the industry are encouraged to submit! Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions:  http://arvold.com/casting-call/virginia-beach-tourism-spots/