The Virginia Film Office has been made aware by several Virginia film community members of a film industry job scam that has been circulating, a version of what happened in Maryland previously (link at bottom of post). Please note: the Virginia Film Office hotline serves as an information resource only; postings are not endorsed or verified by the… Read more »

Dates: November 18th – 22nd Locations: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) and Virginia Museum of History and Culture (VMHC) Description: The Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival honors the contributions of Native Americans and reinvigorates conversations about telling stories of indigenous life. The Festival aims to raise awareness about Native American language, cultures, and societies through films… Read more »

The Indie short Film Festival received a recent facelift of its website as we push forward to March 2027. Visit us to see what’s new at www.IndieshortFilmFestival.net. More details follow below. Submit your film at www.FilmFreeway.com/indieshortfilmfestival A three-day indie short film festival with screenings, filmmaker conversations, industry panels, a documentary workshop, and a $5,000 pitch… Read more »

Seeking local RVA actors for a narrative student thesis film shooting in Richmond in late November (Film dates TBD – weekday afternoons preferred). The film is centered around a young woman suffering with OCD in her new relationship, which manifests as an imaginary friend who’s been with her her whole life. Seeking to cast the… Read more »

I’m a film student at VCU, and I’m looking for 7 actors (male and female, age ranging from 21-30). The film follows Miranda, a financially struggling young woman who unexpectedly meets a tension-filled chance to win a fortune. The remaining open roles are short and sweet. You’d only need to show up for one filming… Read more »

The 22nd Adrenaline Film Project: 10 Teams Create Unique Short Films in Just 72 Hours CONTACT: Kristen Dillehunt, Light House Studio, (434) 293-6992, [email protected], lighthousestudio.org/adrenaline   Charlottesville, VA November 3 2026 – Light House Studio is thrilled to announce that the 22nd annual Adrenaline Film Project will be held November 5-8, 2026 at the Vinegar… Read more »

Women in Film and Video networking event! Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event held at Starr Hill Brewery and organized by Carly Crickenberger. Starr Hill Brewery 3406 West Leigh St Richmond, VA 23230 Start: Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM End: Tuesday, November… Read more »

Movie Night is a celebration of Virginia’s vibrant independent film scene! What to Expect: This is a program for adults to enjoy curated films created by talented, up-and-coming Virginia filmmakers. (People under 18 will not be admitted without an adult.) Independent films are typically unrated and may contain mature content. Please contact us with any… Read more »

This is for a short film or phone reel with a Halloween comedy theme. I’m looking for about four or five actors, males and females (ages 18-24 years old) for a half day shoot. If interested please email headshot to [email protected]. Any comedic roles you’ve done in the past or social media reels are also… Read more »

Statewide — Start Your Voice-Over Career Workshop — Live Online — November 3 — $49 DATE: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 7:00–9:00 PM Eastern LOCATION: Live on Zoom; hosted by Final Act Drama COST: $49 Ready to explore voice-over but not sure how to start? Join acting and voice-over coach Russ Randall of Final Act Drama… Read more »

VCU Research Grant Awardee & Filmmaker Karina Achico and her Producer, Lici Simmons, are seeking local RVA Actors for a non-union student short film shooting in Richmond, Virginia. Tentative shooting dates are January 21-25th. Title: Superstars Director: Karina Achico Non-Union Student Short Film Our film follows Aimee and Beverly, identical twin superheroes whose relationship is… Read more »