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Richmond – Casting call for student thesis film – October/November 2023 – PAID

Hello! My name is Sofia Bazoberry. I’m a student at VCU and a film major. This upcoming semester I’ll be working on my Senior Thesis. For my film, I am hoping to pay actors but still need to fundraise so the compensation is still not determined. I am looking for an elderly man 60+ to… Read more »

Northern Virginia – Casting call for short film – September 2023 – Paid

Casting three characters for a short sci-fi film shooting in the Northern Virginia/DC area. Must have some acting experience. If interested, email your reel, portfolio/website, and/or links to past work to 3ecomeone@gmail.com Whatever you have is fine. Brief Synopsis – An FBI agent interrogates a creepy man about a home invasion he’s charged with. But,… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for Student film – October 13-15 – Unpaid

Seeking actors for a non-union student film written by Andrew Chi Nguyen shooting in Richmond, VA October 13th, 14th, & 15th, 2023. Unpaid, Copy, Credit, and Meals. SYNOPSIS: Centuries after the collapse of modern civilization, a gang of ruthless scavengers and an eccentric merchant meet for a deal with his mysterious client, The Woman. [THE… Read more »

VIRGINIA – ROY W. DEAN FALL FILM GRANT NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS – DEADLINE OCTOBER 31ST – APPLICATION FEE

Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall 2023 The Roy W. Dean Grant for indie filmmakers is now accepting applications for its Fall Grant. Awarded to a unique film that makes a contribution to society, the winner will receive $3,000 cash and thousands more in film services to help them complete their project.  Deadline for submissions… Read more »

RICHMOND – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM – AUGUST 25TH & 27TH – UNPAID

Hello! I’m currently shooting a short film that is a bit poetic and whimsical about a girl trying to escape the August heat with a bit of ice cream. Looking for an actress with the following criteria: A young female lead (appearing 18-25) in a slice-of-life drama. Creative, expressive, and adventurous. Someone who loves to… Read more »

Virtual – Workshop on Line Producing – August 24th – Tickets

Join Women in Film and Television United States (Wiftus.org) and Women in Film and Video New England (wifvne.org) as we bring you an epic workshop on Line Producing. Our expert Line Producer is BD Gunnell: BD Gunnell is an independent feature film producer with over a decade of experience in the film industry. Starting as… Read more »

Richmond – 48 Hour Horror Film project – October 20th – Registration

RICHMOND’S FAVORITE FILMMAKING EVENT IS BACK! THIS TIME, HORROR STYLE! Make a HORROR film in 48 hours, then watch it with family, friends and fans on the big screen at Bow Tie Movieland on Halloween weekend! That’s right! Richmond is at it again. We’ll give you a character, prop, line of dialogue and horror genre,… Read more »

Charlottesville – The 22nd Annual Youth Film Festival – September 15th – Tickets

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Tickets are on Sale for The 22nd Annual Youth Film Festival  Festival Schedule Sponsor & VIP Party – 6:00 PM General Admission Doors Open – 7:15 PM Festival Screening – 7:30 PM Ticket Prices $ 102.50 VIP $ 32.50 Student VIP $ 17.00 General Admission – screening only Celebrate the art of… Read more »

Lynchburg – Cinematographer needed for short film – September 25th-30th – Paid

Film Synopsis:  Reason and Faith is the story of a closeted Christian minister and a professional drag queen.  After having had an affair at a summer camp as teenagers, these two men were outed and traumatized by their families and communities, and their lives diverged for over fifty years.  Meeting again finally in their sixties,… Read more »

Lynchburg – Casting call for short film – September 25th-30th – Paid

Film Synopsis:  Reason and Faith is the story of a closeted Christian minister and a professional drag queen.  After having had an affair at a summer camp as teenagers, these two men were outed and traumatized by their families and communities, and their lives diverged for over fifty years.  Meeting again finally in their sixties,… Read more »

Northern Virginia – Casting Call for short film – Mid Aug-Sept. – Paid

Casting 4 roles for a supernatural short-film shooting in the DC/North Virginia area. Seeking 2 males and 2 females for the following parts: Lead: Male, African/African-American, 27-36 yr old, 5ft 8in – 5ft 11in height, with acting experience. Deity: Female, BIPOC, 25-37 yr old (flexible), 5ft 10in – 6ft 4in height, with fit/athletic build and… Read more »

Fairfax – Casting Call for Short film – Sept. 30th-Oct. 1st – Paid

Seeking Two Actors for a Non-Union Short Film Project CAT THIEVES is a short dramedy about a son helping his father come to terms with the death of the family cat. CHARACTERS: MIKE (Male, 55-70) – Mike is a stubborn and fiery old man. The recent death of his cat has sent him reeling, and… Read more »

Arlington – Full Time Multiplatform Managing Editor needed for 7News – September 2023 – Paid

Multiplatform Managing Editor Details: 7News in Washington, DC is in search of a proven leader who is a creative storyteller able to maintain an aggressive multiplatform content strategy while overseeing desk and digital operations. Vacancy Type: Full Time Date Posted: 7/31/2023 Closing Date: 9/29/2023 City: Arlington State: Virginia Requirements: 7News in Washington, DC is in… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for short film – October 20th-22nd – Paid

Casting Call for The Body Electric.  A Sci-fi Thriller Short Film. 10/20/23 – 10/22/23 Looking for: Mrs. Dorothy Campbell. Lead. 50’s. Black/African American. Sophisticated, eagle-eyed, polite. Wife of Victor Campbell and the picture of respectability. After taking in the lovely and apparently destitute Dorothy as a surrogate daughter, her decades-old marital resentments begin to emerge.… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for Student short film – Mid August – Unpaid

Hello! I’m currently shooting a short cinematic scene that is a bit poetic and whimsical about a girl trying to escape the August heat with a bit of ice cream. Looking for an actress with the following criteria: A young Asian female lead (appearing 18-25) in a slice-of-life drama. Introverted with a lively yet quiet… Read more »