The 2026 Virginia Screenwriting Competition is open for submissions from Virginia residents and students attending Virginia schools, from April 6 through May 25. The Virginia Screenwriting Competition was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated. Three prize-winners are selected each year. Since that time, the competition… Read more »
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Alert: Film Industry Job Offer Scam Circulating – Information Below
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… Read more »
02.23.26
Margaret Finucane
Newport News – DP Needed for indie feature – May 1-6 – Paid
Hello, I am searching for a DP to take over my upcoming second film, “Shattered Trust”. Please be experienced, reliable, passionate, have own transportation, own equipment, and available all 6 days of filming, May 1-6. I had a DP for the project but things aren’t working out. Please be professional, ready to work. Please contact… Read more »
04.20.26
Lori Russell
Statewide – VAFF Open for Submissions – – June 30 Deadline – Free for VA residents/students
Submit Your Film to the 39th Annual Virginia Film Festival Today! Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit new narrative and documentary features, short films, and independent and international projects across all genres to the 2026 Virginia Film Festival, which will run October 21-25, 2026. Every Fall in Charlottesville, the VAFF showcases celebrated… Read more »
04.20.26
Margaret Finucane
Richmond – casting call for indie feature – June 2026 – Paid
Anne Chapman Casting is seeking actors for supporting roles in The Pig Path, a SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget Independent Feature filming in Richmond, VA June 4th-30th, 2026 The Pig Path SAG-AFTRA ULB Feature Production Company: Can’t Hide Money Productions Director & Screenwriter: Brian Landis Producer: Vivian Owen Casting Director: Anne N. Chapman Casting Associate: Carly… Read more »
04.13.26
Lori Russell
Hampton/Newport News – Casting call for short film – May 2026 – Paid
We are searching for the role of JENNA in the upcoming Short Film, Fatal Apology. Jenna (Caucasian, Bi-Racial/Latino, female, Athletic build), 25-35. Must be able to wear heels (as Jenna is a model). Travel not offered. Must be able to play the role of strong female character, jealous type female, and refusing to just be… Read more »
04.10.26
Lori Russell
Woodstock – Casting Call for Independent Feature – June 2026 – Paid
Project Title: (TBD) Format: Feature-length narrative (based on a true story) Production Type: Independent / Non-Union Production Company: No Color Film Works Location: Woodstock, VA area Shoot Dates: June 28–29, 2026 (Arrival June 27) Rate: $250/day per actor Accommodations: Hotel provided Additional: Craft services included, transportation may be provided Director/Producer: Carlton (Contact below) Storyline: Based on a true story, this powerful drama follows C.J., a… Read more »
04.09.26
Lori Russell
Fairfax – Casting call for interactive exhibit – April 2026 – Paid
Casting for members of President Thomas Jefferson’s cabinet for an interactive exhibit for the White House Historical Association. The scene is a discussion between President Jefferson and his closest advisors about the Barbary Wars in 1801. This is a nonunion production. All actors must be local to the DC/Northern Virginia area or willing to work… Read more »
04.08.26
Lori Russell
Richmond – Casting call for Commercial – April 15 & 16 – Paid
SEEKING TALENT FOR VA LOTTERY PROJECT – Richmond VA – April 15 /16 – NU Greetings everyone! NEW PROJECT JUST IN FOR VA LOTTERY! Here are the details: Client: VA Lottery Location: Richmond VA Nonunion Project Dates: Fitting 4/15 Shoot 4/16 NOTE: All talent must be from VA – not just working locally but have… Read more »
04.07.26
Lori Russell
Midlothian – Casting call for indie feature – June 2026 – Paid
Project Title: Family Farm RPG Format: Feature-length narrative (found footage / psychological horror) Production Type: Independent / Non-Union Location: Midlothian, VA Shoot Window: 06/15/26 – 06/26/26 Rate: $125 Director/Producer: Christopher Okamuro OK-A Media Storyline: Austin, a media student in college, and Kylee, his aspiring news anchor girlfriend, document a strange, long lost video game for… Read more »
03.30.26
Lori Russell
Richmond – 48 Hour Film Project – JUNE 2026 – REGISTRATION FEE
Lights. Camera. Go! Registration is now open for the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project! Join filmmakers across the region for this summer rite-of-passage to write, shoot, and edit a short film in just one weekend—June 5–7. At the kickoff, your team will receive a required character, prop, and line of dialogue, and the race to the finish begins! All completed… Read more »
03.30.26
VFO Intern
