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 »
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Online – Free Filmmaker Bootcamp – March 8TH – Register
A 1-day live Zoom bootcamp that gives you a clear A–Z filmmaking roadmap, & your next right steps to build momentum & get your film funded! When: Online event Sunday, Mar 8 at 1 pm EDT Organized by Ron Newcomb If your project feels stalled, this is for you. Grab your free seat – and… Read more »
03.02.26
VFO Intern
Richmond – Casting call for multiple student short films – March & April – Unpaid
University of Richmond & “FILM PRODUCTION 302” are seeking ACTORS for 10 non-union SHORT FICTION FILMS (around 7-10 minutes). Non-Paid (Student Production) Audition Schedule: between 03/02 until 03/22 Project Specifications: These are short films (7-10 min) produced in the Film Studies Program at the University of Richmond. They will be shot with a Blackmagic pocket… Read more »
03.02.26
VFO Intern
Richmond – 48 Hour Film Project – June 2026 – Registration Fee
Make a film in 48 hours and attend its Premiere Screening! We’re shaking things up for 2026! For the first time ever, the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project will shoot in June! Why the change? We wanted to give filmmakers more breathing room between the Summer project and the Horror project in October. It’s time to start… Read more »
03.02.26
VFO Intern
Charlottesville – Indie Short Film Festival – March 20-22nd – Fee Varies
We welcome you to join us in celebrating independent filmmaking. With a DMV film block, a Virginia Only block, and Virginia films shown throughout the three days, one of our goals is to provide a space for regional filmmakers to call home, even though we feature films from over 15 countries. When: March 20th, 2026 –… Read more »
03.02.26
VFO Intern
Charlottesville – Creative Director needed at light house studio – ASAP – Paid
CREATIVE DIRECTOR AT LIGHT HOUSE STUDIO February 2026 https://lighthousestudio.org/careers ABOUT LIGHT HOUSE STUDIO We are a fantastic creative team committed to making Charlottesville a better place for all our citizens! Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through filmmaking. Located on Charlottesville’s bustling downtown… Read more »
02.26.26
Lori Russell
Charlottesville – Casting call for student short – March & April 2026 – Unpaid
Casting Call – UVA Student Short Film – Charlottesville, VA – March 27-29, April 3-5 – Unpaid When: March 27-29, April 3-5, 2026 Where: Charlottesville, Virginia Description: “Off the Deck” Written & Directed by Kenneth Nguyen Brief Synopsis: A young DJ, Quentin, begins to face a rift in his personal life upon meeting the enigmatic… Read more »
02.25.26
VFO Intern
Charlottesville – Casting call for student short film – March 2026 – Unpaid
CASTING CALL SUPPORTING ROLE — “PASSING FACES” (Student Short Film | UVA Production) When: March 14, 2026 – March 15, 2026 Where: Charlottesville, VA Non-Paid: Student Production Synopsis: Jonah (already cast) is a young, unhoused janitor quietly working on a university campus, spending his nights in his car and his days trying not to be noticed. A small… Read more »
02.25.26
VFO Intern
Richmond – Casting Call for VCU Spec Spot – March 21st – Paid
Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 6 Local to RVA Actors for a VCU Brandcenter Spec Spot shooting in Richmond, VA on March 21st, 2026 Ice Breakers THE DELIGHTFULLY WEIRD, VERY AWKWARD, FAMILY PORTRAIT VCU Brandcenter Non-Union – for Portfolios and festivals only, will not be aired Ice Breakers – THE WEIRD, VERY AWKWARD, FAMILY PORTRAIT… Read more »
02.24.26
Lori Russell
Richmond – WIFV Happy Hour – March 10th – RSVP
Women in Film and Video Networking Event Richmond Happy Hour – March 10th Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event held in Brambly Park. Tuesday, March 10, 5:00-7:00 pm RSVP here Brambly Park, 1708 Belleville Street, Richmond, VA 23230 Event organized by Virginia Bertholet… Read more »
02.24.26
Lori Russell
Richmond – Casting call for student short film – March 2026 – Unpaid
CASTING CALL — “MALADAPTIVE” (Student Short Film | VCU Production) Casting for Maladaptive, a student short film exploring obsession, fantasy, and jealousy through the perspective of a socially isolated high school senior whose romantic daydreams begin to fracture her reality. Shoot Dates: March 27–29, 2026 (Richmond, VA area) Roles Casting: Genna (Lead), Olivia (Supporting), Eli… Read more »
02.23.26
Lori Russell
