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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 »

Williamsburg – 2026 Ampersand Festival – March 16-22 – Free

The 2026 Ampersand Festival offers many opportunities for the Virginia Film Community, the week of March 16th-22nd. For a full list of their virtual and in-person workshops, please visit this link. https://www.ampersandfestival.com/summit The festival’s Industry Summit features professional workshops, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions with special guests and W&M alumni. These events offer attendees the opportunity… Read more »

Chesterfield – Casting call for commercial – April 1st – Paid

The Marketing Department at 12 On Your Side is seeking four NON-UNION actors for a PAID COMMERCIAL SHOOT held on April 1st in Chesterfield County. The commercial is for a local family law firm in the metro-Richmond area and will be broadcast on local television networks. ROLES: Male #1: (40-50) Down on his luck man… Read more »

Lynchburg – Casting call for Liberty University project – March & April – Paid

Seeking talent for “The Thin Place” Liberty University project – Lynchburg VA – NU – March/April Greetings everyone!  NEW PROJECT JUST IN!! NOTE – SELF-TAPES ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT! Here is what we know/need: This is a Nonunion project filming in Lynchburg, VA.  The date range is March 31 – April 24 (Exact dates… Read more »

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 Description: “Passing Faces” Written & Directed by Tiernan Caulfield Synopsis: Jonah is a young, unhoused janitor quietly working on a university campus, spending his nights in his car and his days trying… Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »