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Richmond – Seeking extras for VCUarts cinema student film – June 5, 6, 7 – Unpaid

ATTENTION ACTORS:  VCUarts Cinema is opening up casting calls for unpaid extras & background positions! More information below. The Women of Shady Pines: At Shady Pines Retirement Home, most residents spend their time playing bingo and knitting sweaters, but Claudette Williams deals drugs. Shoot dates: June 5, 6, 7 EXTRAS: Men, Women (any ethnicity, ages… Read more »

richmond – seeking actors for short student film – june 12-14 – PAID

VCUarts Cinema Summer Intensive 2019 Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts are seeking 3 actors for Thicker Than Water, a short student film. THICKER THAN WATER VCUarts Short Student Film Production Company: VCUarts Cinema Executive Producer: Daniel Caporaletti, Bunt Young Director: Katarina Docalovich Producer: Olivia Dinman Writer: Clark Anderson Casting Director:  Anne Chapman Casting Associate: William… Read more »

Richmond – Casting for streaming pilot – June/July – Paid

arvold.casting is seeking actors in the MidAtlantic and Southeast regions for a streaming pilot casting in Richmond VA. Those with and without experience are encouraged to submit! Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvold.com/casting-call/streaming-pilot/

Lynchburg – Registration open for lynchburg 48 hr film project – Deadline June 4 – Fee

Calling all Central VA Filmmakers! The 48 Hour Film Project is returning to Lynchburg this June 14th-16th! Filmmakers will compete for the title of Best 48 Hour Film and the opportunity to screen internationally at Filmapalooza next year (in addition to other prizes)! Regular Registration ends on June 4th, with Late Deadline extending all the… Read more »

Richmond – Casting for Washington’s Armor Series Pilot – June 12 – paid

Washington’s Armor Series Pilot Seeking 2 African American Males to portray background servants. One man prefer 6′ 2″ tall, must fit a 42 jacket and 36 pants. The other prefer around 5’10” tall, must fit a 34 jacket and 32 pants. Please send headshot, resume’ and size card to [email protected] http://www.washingtonsarmor.com/

Statewide – Roy Dean Film Grant accepting applications – June 30 deadline – Fee

The Summer 2019 Roy W. Dean Film Grant is now accepting submissions.  Celebrating its 27th year, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant is awarded to a unique film that contributes to society.  Winner will receive $3,500 cash and $30,000 in film production services to shoot and finish their project.  Deadline for submission is June 30th,… Read more »

Richmond – Casting for Shadows of History TV Series – June 10-14 – Paid

CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SHADOWS OF HISTORY: Here is the talent we seek for the next 3 stories: Filming June 10 – 14 (anticipate 2 days maximum per role – TBD). Nonunion project. Films in Richmond VA project Exact dates TBD: STORY 1: –DOG – medium-size canine – must be able to bark and growl on… Read more »

Chesapeake – VA Diasporic Communities Film Festival – June 2 – ticketed

In partnership with local Haitian chef Ariette Jeanisca of the Haitian event planning and catering company, Fusion Melange, the  Virginia Diasporic Communities Film Festival is hosting a multisensory experience of food and film!! On Sunday June 2, from 2pm-4pm at Indian River Library in Chesapeake, VADCFF is screening 2 Haitian films. Our themed films will be paired with a tasty Haitian… Read more »

Richmond – 48 hour film project – July 12-14 – $168/team

Get Ready for An Amazing Challenge! The weekend? July 12 – 14, 2019 The challenge? To make a film in only 48 hours! Filmmakers from all over the Richmond, VA area will compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours. The winning film will go up against films from around the… Read more »

state wide – seeking actor for voice over – current – PAID

Need a dry 30 second voiceover for a local cable spot. Pay is $100 for a buy out. You must be able to deliver a clean, professional raw voice track. If you would like to get script and scratch track sample and provide a sample read,  email [email protected]. Partial read is fine if you have trust… Read more »

Richmond – Casting for book trailer – June 3-4 – PAID

Local production is creating a book trailer for a Richmond Author, to be used in online commercials/marketing, at conferences, and on the author’s website. We’ll be doing some mobster vs. FBI shootouts, a few “discovery/research” shots (think “National Treasure”), and a few epic/hero shots for the trailer. We are seeking several cast positions, some paid… Read more »

Virginia Screenwriting Competition Deadline is May 27!

VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE ANNOUNCES  31st ANNUAL VIRGINIA SCREENWRITING COMPETITION The Virginia Film Office’s  2019 Virginia Screenwriting Competition is now open for submissions.  The film office established the competition, now in its 31st year, to provide Virginia screenwriters with a forum for their work and an opportunity to present their scripts to professionals in the motion… Read more »

NOVA – Summer Acting Camps, age 7-14 – June-Aug – Fee

It’s not too late to get in the summer spotlight in Fairfax County! Our award-winning camps begin soon…kids ages 7-14 put on a new play every session plus improv, swim time and more. Register at moonlitwings.org/summercamp while space lasts! Summer sessions run 2-weeks with a performance for friends & family on the final day of each session.… Read more »

Governor Northam Announces New Limited Series “The Good Lord Bird” from Blumhouse Television and SHOWTIME® to Film in Virginia

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that the upcoming limited series The Good Lord Bird will film in Virginia this summer. The new SHOWTIME® limited series, produced by Blumhouse Television, is based on the National Book Award-winning novel, by the same name, from bestselling author James McBride. Oscar®, Golden Globe® and Tony® nominee Ethan Hawke will star as 19th-century abolitionist John… Read more »

Richmond – VO ACTING COURSE – JUNE 17 – FEE

In Your Ear presents Talking Professionally, an eight week intensive course designed for people to explore the world of voice over acting.  The course will consist of seven group classes, and one private lesson.  Classes will be held at In Your Ear Studios 1813 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23223.   Classes start June 17th… Read more »

williamsburg – seeking crew members for thriller – june 6-7 – PAID

Short, passion project. Psychological thriller “Limbo” to run the festival circuit upon completion. The film follows a dead man’s attempt to hold onto his past life. Films in Williamsburg, VA, June 6th and 7th. Please email resume and work samples (if applicable) to [email protected]. Please write subject line as “Crew Position Name-Limbo.” 1ST AC-$210 for… Read more »

VA BEACH – SEEKING ACTORS FOR COMMERCIAL – MAY 26-27 – PAID

Loud Cat Creative is filming a theater commercial for Chick-fil-A Virginia Beach Blvd and is searching for 2 actors to play a couple buying Chick-fil-A.   1 Half day, one 2 hour day: $400 total per actor   WHEN: Sunday, May 26th 11-4:00 (We will probably wrap before then, however).   And Monday, May 27th… Read more »

Richmond – Seeking makeup artist – TBD, july-september – paid

Indie Production company needs skilled make up artist for approximately 2 weeks on set this summer between July and September. The shoot days will NOT be contiguous.  Experience in aging a person very helpful. To schedule an interview please email [email protected]. Resume and/or links to work requested.

Richmond – Casting for student film – June 3 & 4 – unpaid

CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM Shooting June 3rd & 4th in the Glen Allen Area Non-Union, Un-paid Genre: Horror Dark Comedy (inspired by Scary Movie) Director: Maddi McKenney Seeking: POLICE OFFICER: Male OR Female 30s-40s, any race or ethnicity. (Comedic role) BRENDON: Male, any race or ethnicity, 18-21. To apply: email headshot and resume… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Casting for chickfila Commercial – May 26-27 – Paid

Loud Cat Creative is filming a theater commercial for Chick-fil-A Virginia Beach Blvd and is searching for 2 actors to play a couple buying Chick-fil-A. 1 Half day, one 2 hour day: $400 total per actor WHEN: Sunday, May 26th 11-4:00 (We will probably wrap before then, however) and Monday, May 27th at 1:00pm-3:00pm (Monday… Read more »

Richmond, Virginia – Panel on permits & insurance – May 28th – $5/Free

LORI RUSSELL As the Film Office locations manager, Lori supports filmmakers with a broad range of location needs throughout Virginia, maintains the office’s location library and coordinates the internship program. She joined the team after ten years as a Key Assistant Location Manager and Scout for the film and television industry in Los Angeles, California.… Read more »

Charlottesville & Lynchburg, Virginia – Seeking 4 actors – May 28th – PAID

Beautiful Feet Productions Producers: Durrell and Rebecca Nelson Director: Durrell Nelson Writer: Rebecca Rogers Nelson   Mother of the bride: 40-45, Principal Bride: 20-25 Principal Groom: 22-28, Featured Father of the groom: 40s Featured Mother of the groom: 40s, Featured Non-Union / Local Hires Rates: Principal Roles $150/full shoot day Featured Roles: $50/half day. Mother… Read more »

Richmond – arvold casting for cable mini-series The Good Lord Bird – paid

arvold.casting is seeking actors in the MidAtlantic and Southeast regions for a limited series from an established, award-winning cable network casting in Richmond VA. Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvold.com/casting-call/cable-network-limited-series/