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Richmond-Casting for an independent short film- Oct 1-31 2021- PAID

Casting “Constructs,” an independent short film that explores race through the lens of 12-year-old Janvier. Synopsis: Constructs chronicles the ways in which race has been internalized by a mother and daughter in the suburbs of Richmond, Virginia–a city where the shadows of the confederacy and colonialism continue to loom in present day. Looking to fill… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call – July 5-7 – PAID

Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts Cinema are seeking 3 Local to RVA actors for a short student film shooting July 5th, 6th & 7th, 2021. Rate: $200/shoot day – Final authorization for engagement of services is dependent upon university budget approval. COVID-19 Production Protocol Will Be Followed. Due to COVID-19 Travel Concerns this is a… Read more »

Pulaski – Casting For Wildfire Prevention PSA – June 26th – PAID

Casting a biracial pre-teen / teen boy for a National Wildfire Prevention PSA. PRODUCTION SHOOT IS THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 26th ALL DAY. We are looking for an 11-15 year old in a non speaking role. It is possible we may offer a momentary line. ABOUT THE ROLE: The pre-teen actor is the youngest child in… Read more »

Richmond- Casting – July 16-18- PAID

Seeking an actor for WAITING PERIOD, a short film shooting in Richmond, VA July 16th – July 18th. Writers: Julia Greer and Julia Weinberg Director: Taylor Lee Nagel Producers: Nadine Lübbeling and Celina West Rate of Pay: $200 dollars flat ELISE (20s) – Any ethnicity, tough exterior with a vulnerability she’s worked all her life… Read more »

Harper’s Ferry, W. VA and Va Beach- Casting for Comedic Drama- August 12-13 & 26-28- Paid

Title: “Band-Aid-Jesus” Primary Contact: Richard Santoro Primary Contact Phone: (757) 404-3610 Primary Email: richsant7@aol.com   “Band-Aid Jesus” is a comedic drama about a little girl who befriends a life-sized crucified Jesus in church and decides to heal Him, which triggers supernatural events that her mom and the church are too blind to see. They need… Read more »

Virginia Beach – Photographer / Production Assistant – June 23 – June 25 – Paid

Looking to fill a couple of positions for a shoot in Virginia Beach. Please send all Inquires and Resumes to NickLProducer@gmail.com The shoot is in Virginia Beach from June 23rd, to June 25th. BTS Stills Photographer: Would be for one day likely on the 24th. The rate is 350/10. (1) Production Assistant: Would be for… Read more »

Gordonsville- Photographer/ Production Assistant- June 27th- June 30th- PAID

They are looking to fill a couple of positions for a shoot in Gordonsville. Please send all Inquires and Resumes to NickLProducer@gmail.com They will be filming on June 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th. BTS Stills Photographer: Would be for one day likely on the 28th. The rate is 350/10. (3) Production Assistant: Would be for… Read more »

Arlington – Crew call for short film – Aug 21-22 – paid

This is a call for crew members on the non-union short film, Auto Plus. Shooting August 21st and 22nd, potentially half a day on August 20th or 23rd as well. Filming 2-2.5 days. Filming in Arlington, VA. Written by Sina Pooresmaeil, a rising third year at Columbia University’s graduate acting program. Being directed by Faranak… Read more »

Hopewell, Petersburg, Richmond – Background casting for feature film – June-August – paid

Background casting for Tapawingo! Foggy Bottom Pictures feature film Tapawingo will shoot in locations across Central Virginia this summer. The coming-of-age comedy starring Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory) and Billy Zane (Titanic, Curfew) will film in Hopewell with additional locations in Petersburg and Richmond. If you are interested in applying for a background acting position,… Read more »

Governor Northam Announces Production of Feature Film “Tapawingo” in Virginia

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that the Foggy Bottom Pictures feature film Tapawingo will shoot in locations across Central Virginia this summer. The coming-of-age comedy starring Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory) and Billy Zane (Titanic, Curfew) will film in Hopewell with additional locations in Petersburg and Richmond. Tapawingo tells the story of a listless oddball who… Read more »

Richmond – Casting For Short Film – Rings – 7/9 – 7/11 – Paid

Seeking actors for Rings, a non-union short film in Richmond, VA. You may submit by filling out this form: https://airtable.com/shrj9Zc2dHzGvkoTA Writer, Director: Colin Earner Producer: Kyle Brady Casting Director: Madison Landis Rate of Pay: $200/day Location: Richmond, VA [LLOYD] 8yo-12yo. Lloyd is a quiet young boy, acutely sensitive to the emotions of the people around… Read more »

TIDEWATER AREA – Crew Call for Student Production – July 9-13 – PAID

This is a casting call for crew members for the student ensemble film, Cake Soap.  Their production dates (July 9-13) are flexible based on your schedules. They will be filming for a MAXIMUM of 5 days, may be less depending on pace of production. Production Days: 8 hours MAXIMUM, may be less depending on production pace,… Read more »

NORFOLK – CASTING FOR STUDENT FILM – CAKE SOAP – JULY 9-13 – PAID

  Primary Contact: Henderson Brathwaite Primary Contact Phone: (757) 287 – 2902 Primary Contact Email: HBrathwa@Pratt.edu   Production Title: Cake Soap Synopsis: Bouchon and Lougarau want to move up in the world out of their circumstances but they cannot survive in a professional environment until they meet D’Leau. The two hustlers convince D’Leau to teach… Read more »

Alexandria/Springfield- Script Supervisor- June 11-13 – PAID

Short film seeking experienced Script Supervisor – PAID Red Zeppelin Productions is seeking an experienced Script Supervisor to work on our latest short film shooting in Alexandria and Springfield VA Friday, June 11 – Sunday, June 13. This is a PAID position. Interested candidates please send resumes to: RZProdcrewjobs@gmail.com www.redzeppelinproductions.com

Virtual – Introduction To Screenwriting Conference – Georgetown University – July 17th – Register Now!

Georgetown University’s Center for Continuing and Professional Education is offering Introduction to Screenwriting this summer via live Zoom video conferencing. This affordable six-week class is open to all and will mirror a traditional classroom setting with regular student interaction, engaging activities, and the dynamic exploration of topics and concepts.  Anyone interested in learning basic formatting, plot structure,… Read more »

CHARLOTTESVILLE – Feature Seeking Crew – July 5-19 – PAID.

PROJECT: A ULB 16mm heist feature, shot by local artists with local talent and crew. REQUIREMENTS: Experience with guerrilla style shooting as a boom/mixer, 5 wireless lavs in kit (few scenes require five, average 2-3). WHAT THEY HAVE: They have access to a ZOOM8 mixer, a Rode NTG3, a few cheap lavs, and some less… Read more »