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Richmond – Short film showcase – October 25th – Free

Join us for our first annual “Echoes in the Dark” Short Film Showcase—highlighting short films directed by Black filmmakers in the horror/thriller/science-fiction genre(s)! Trick-or-Treat yourself to films by directors Tom White, Ashley Broadway, Wesley Smith, Caitlin Whitaker, and Ashley Dean on Saturday, October 25th at The Byrd Theatre, Richmond, VA. Doors open at 12:30 PM.… Read more »

Richmond – RFN Indie Fest – Nov 15 – $15

The Richmond Film Network Indie Fest returns to The Park RVA (1407 Cummings Drive) on Saturday, November 15 for Season Two, Episode Four–marking its fourth and final festival planned for this year. This installment features 18 powerful short films, including 7 Virginia films, 6 national, and 5 international. Ten filmmakers are *scheduled to appear and participate in… Read more »

Charlottesville – 21st Adrenaline Film Project Deadline is today – Deadline Oct 14th- Fee

Light House Studio is excited to present the 21st Adrenaline Film Project!  The deadline for submissions is today!  October 14th, 2025. The Adrenaline Film Project is a 72-hour filmmaking competition in which teams compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own 3-5 minute films with guidance from mentors from across the… Read more »

Virtual – Actor Insiders Group event – October 23rd – Register

Actor Insiders Group – October Meeting How to Produce your First Independent Film and Star in it! Hosted by Final Act Drama When:  October 23, 2025 7pm EST Where: On-line over Zoom Register here: https://finalactdrama.com/actors-insiders-group/ We’re excited to welcome Producer and Veteran Actor Josh Murray as our guest speaker! Josh has successfully produced and starred in multiple… Read more »

RESTON – Washington West Film Festival – October 9-13 – Tickets

🎬 Mark your calendars — the Washington West Film Festival is coming to Reston, VA from October 9–13, 2025! Founded in 2011 by Brad Russell, WWFF brings together film and philanthropy, donating 100% of box office proceeds to support communities. Over five days, enjoy a lineup of narrative and documentary films — shorts, features, premieres,… Read more »

MIDDLEBURG – Tickets Now Available for the Middleburg Film Festival – October 16-19 – FEE

It’s almost time for one of Virginia’s most anticipated cinematic events: the Middleburg Film Festival! 🎬 October 16–19, 2025 Set against the picturesque backdrop of Virginia wine country, the Middleburg Film Festival offers a carefully curated selection of narrative and documentary films — many of which go on to become major award-season contenders. In addition… Read more »

Richmond – WIFV Happy Hour – October 9th – Free

You’re invited to meet & mingle & network at The Women in Film & Video RVA Happy Hour this Thu Oct 9th, 5-7 pm at VMFA’s Best Cafe on 1st floor, atrium entrance – BuyYOB All VA based filmmakers are welcome. Join WIFV today www.wifv.org/join WIFV’s RVA board members & hosts, Virginia Bertholet and Robin… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Rush call for Production Assistants for Drone light show – 9/27/25 – Paid

**RUSH CALL 9/27** **PAID POSITION** *VIRGINIA BEACH, VA** PIXIS DRONES IS LOOKING FOR MULTIPLE PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS TO ASSIST WITH DRONE LIGHT SHOW SETUP AND BREAKDOWN IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VA DATE: 9/27/25 CALL TIME: 12PM RATE: $25/hr 8 Hour Guarantee (potential for overtime) LOCATION: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA DINNER PROVIDED NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Please call or text… Read more »

Virtual – WIFV Writing and Producing horror discussion – October 1st – Fee

Join film producers Mark Ricche (https://www.crypticpictures.com) and Alyscia Cunningham (https://herhousemedia.com) in this session on launching your own horror franchise. Discussion topics will include: building your team from scratch, the tricks of film production and mastering post from festivals to distribution. An “Ask the Filmmakers Anything” block will conclude the session. Wednesday, October 1, 6:30-8:00 pm… Read more »

Charlottesville – 21st Adrenaline Film Project Open for Submissions – Deadline Oct 10 – Fee

Light House Studio is excited to present the 21st Adrenaline Film Project! The Adrenaline Film Project is a 72-hour filmmaking competition in which teams compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own 3-5 minute films with guidance from mentors from across the industry. Teams are assigned a genre, line of dialogue,… Read more »

Richmond – Richmond International Film Festival – Sept. 23-28 – Fee

It’s almost time for Richmond’s fan-favorite film festival: the Richmond International Film Festival! September 23-28, 2025 🍿 One of the largest international competitive film festivals in the Mid-Atlantic, brings more than 160 film premieres to RVA, in addition to nightly local, national, and international music performances, panels, and Q&As, the red carpet awards, mixers, and… Read more »

Richmond – Directing Master Class with Jesse Vaughan – Sept. 23 – $15

The Virginia Production Alliance will host an in-person seminar/master class on directing, led by award-winning director Jesse Vaughan, details below! When: September 23rd – 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Where: Visual Arts Center – 1812 W Main Street Richmond, VA REGISTER HERE – https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-6316741/Registration – $15 fee This in-person master class offers a unique opportunity for… Read more »

Richmond – How to 48 Featuring ‘The Sunroom’ – 9/10 – Free

How to 48 featuring The Sunroom  Learn exactly how The Sunroom created this year’s Best Film, “Hamburger,” in just two days. City Producer Lisa Giles will break down the contest rules and procedures, while The Sunroom team—Mike Thibodeau (writer/director), Alec Gary (director of photography), and Ryan Gary (sound mixer)—share their strategies for conquering production on… Read more »

Richmond – WIFV Happy Hour – September 11th – RSVP

Women in Film and Video Thursday, Sept 11, 5:00-7:00 pm RSVP here Best Café at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, 1st Floor, Richmond, VA 23220 Organized by Virginia Bertholet and Robin Farmer Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event… Read more »

Charlottesville – Tickets Available for Light House Studio’s Annual Youth Film Festival – Sept. 7 – Fee

Light House Studio invites you to purchase tickets for the 24th Annual Youth Film Festival, which will take place on Sunday September 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM at The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville, VA. Light House Studio’s Youth Film Festival is a wonderful celebration of our community, students, and great filmmaking. The festival highlights student’s… Read more »

Virtual – WIFV presents: Rights and Clearance Issues for Editors – August 27th – Register

Women in Film & Video Join us for the next Editors Roundtable Zoom Meeting – “Rights & Clearance Issues for Editors”! We’ll dive into the important legal stuff like copyright, intellectual property, and rights clearances—basically, all the things you need to know to keep your projects and clients out of trouble. Seth Polansky, a lawyer… Read more »