Hi my name is Duncan Coppi I’m a senior in VCUarts Film program and casting for my thesis film. Brief Description The working title is Remembrance. In this poignant coming-of-age narrative, James, a disenchanted young college student, is reluctantly tasked with helping his aging grandmother move out of her house. As James grapples with his… Read more »

Casting Call – Low Budget Indie Short – my 40 page script “The Gifting”; a situation comedy slice of life slightly non-PC humor shot locally in the DMV area. The lead roles already accounted for. This scene just needs more people. THREE Small Speaking Roles needed: [1] Asian Male, 24-34, $175/8 + 1.5x OT, you… Read more »

PROJECT INFORMATION Project Type: Student Short Film Project Name: LUCENT Director: Sonja Phillips-Thomas Director contact: [email protected] Director portfolio: https://vimeo.com/sonjaphillipsthomas Plot: On a young woman named Eros’ first mission she’s grieving a fellow agent after their mysterious death and having strange dreams, all while getting close to her mark Calder. At Calder’s birthday dinner it’s found that the… Read more »

Hi my name is Duncan Coppi I’m a senior in VCUarts Film program and casting for my thesis film. BRIEF DESCRIPTION The working title is Remembrance. In this poignant coming-of-age narrative, James, a disenchanted young college student, is reluctantly tasked with helping his aging grandmother move out of her house. As James grapples with his… Read more »

Hello! My name is Charles Valdez and I am a senior Photo + Film student at VCUArts casting for my thesis project, Her Love, Goldfish. BRIEF DESCRIPTION – Her Love, Goldfish explores the themes of grief and recovery through the story of Nomi and Elliot, a couple whose relationship has faced ups and downs. When… Read more »

We are pleased to let you all know about an exciting event coming to Virginia. The Lynchburg Film Festival will premiere 20+ new independent films from a wide range of cultures and genres. The program will feature films from around the world including Ukraine, France, Egypt, Greece, India, Uganda, Turkey, Canada, US and the UK.… Read more »

Passes for the 8th Annual Pocahontas Reframed Native Films, Music, Art, and Culture Festival are now available! The Festival aims to raise awareness about Native American language, cultures, and societies through films, art, and performances that share Native American perspectives. The only one of its kind on the East Coast, the festival brings together artists,… Read more »

Hi there! Casting for my senior thesis in the VCU film department. It is a short queer romance following two female main characters in their 20s, but there are 4 side characters ranging in age available as well (3 female, 1 male). Auditions should be sent via email or text in the form of a… Read more »

Get ready for the ultimate summer event at Mountain Lake Lodge – the Dirty Dancing Days Summer Festival! Prepare to be captivated by electrifying live performances from Cassette Rewind, Marcel Portilla Band, Riverside, and Flashback, the Party Band. Immerse yourself in the magic of Dirty Dancing by taking dance lessons in the lodge’s charming barn.… Read more »

Children’s Advocacy Centers of Virginia is holding a ChildFirst forensic interview training in Richmond in September.  We are looking for adult actors to portray children who will then be interviewed by our students (they are CPS, Law Enforcement, and Prosecutors). Hours would be Thursday, Sept. 12 from 12-5 and Friday, Sept. 13 from 7:45-12.  Actors will… Read more »

Get Ready for the Richmond 48 Hour HORROR Film Project!   Missed out on the summer’s hottest filmmaking event? Or you can’t get enough and wanna do it again? We are excited to bring the challenge back–this time HORROR style with the Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project, a thrilling challenge that invites you to write, shoot, and edit a short horror film in… Read more »

Non-Union student short film shooting late August in the Charlottesville area. No travel/transport/housing provided. Unpaid, but access to the film for reels + submission of the film to festivals is provided.   “Woven Grief” Directors: Kenneth Nguyen and Jaden Annan Logline: Kieran, a young man grappling with the recent death of a family member, finds… Read more »

Live in-person premiere of Virginia based indie feature film DEATH OF THE AUTHOR by Chiral Studios! Date: Monday, September 9th – Doors open at 6:00 p.m., show starts at 6:30 p.m.  Q&A to follow plus a bonus screening of the short film You Should Have Been Better. Venue: Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond,… Read more »

Overview: Student LGBT+ pilot episode filming August 2024 Series Logline: A queer college student and filmmaker confronts relationships past and present after living with a homophobic family. First episode filming this August.  Seeking mainly cast but crew inquiries are also appreciated.  Auditions to be held July 26 @ 5:30 p.m. on-campus @ William & Mary;… Read more »

Mad Skillz, the Songwriter, Producer, Rapper, DJ, Music Video Artist, and University of Richmond Artist-in-Residence, is now a documentarian and filmmaker.  Join us in discussing the film Mad Skillz and the 90s Girl Brunch with the man himself on Tuesday, July 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at Richmond’s Visual Arts Center on Main Street in the… Read more »

Plastic surgery office seeks a relatable female actor to play a patient for website video. Final video will be similar to these references: https://www.theroseclinic.com/ https://www.nashvilleplasticsurgery.com/ Ideal ages between 35-55, all races & ethnicities accepted.  The goal is to find someone future clients will see themselves in.  Talent will need to arrive camera ready. Rate: $350… Read more »

Title: For the Last Time Director: Ansh Pathapadu Project Type: 5 Min Student Short Film Logline: A hotel concierge has a strange conversation with a guest at 3 A.M. Casting Call: Sam (M): 25 and older, a mild-mannered hotel concierge who isn’t too excited to work his late night shift. Damien (M): 25 and older,… Read more »

🎬 Experience the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project: Get Your Tickets Now! 🎟️ Calling all cinephiles! The excitement is building! Registration has ended, and we have an incredible 36 teams ready to create a movie in just 48 hours this weekend! Tonight at 7 p.m., they will receive their required character, prop, line of dialogue, and genre, then promptly get to… Read more »

A virtual event, Women in Film & Video’s “NSDF: Casting Your Film” workshop will take place on July 11, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 p.m., with registration available at $15 for WIFV members & students and $30 for the public. You’ve got the script, now you need the actors!  In this workshop, Anne Chapman will share how to… Read more »

Seeking talent in Richmond, VA for upcoming GEICO commercial project to be produced under the SAG Low Budget Digital Waiver.   • Shoot Location: Richmond, VA • Date Range: July 23 – 25 (Date TBD depending on role) • Session: SAG Scale – $783.10 • Other: SAG Fitting Work if applicable. • Use offered at… Read more »

The WIFV Narrative Short Film Finishing Grant is open for applications through August 15, 2024 at 6:00pm! Administered by Women in Film & Video, this program exists to support WIFV Members with the post-production of a short film (no longer than 15 minutes including credits). WIFV provides its members with opportunities to advance their filmmaking careers. Mark… Read more »

Short film already in progress, is in immediate need for a seasoned/skilled Voiceover. The Role for “Grandma” marks a significant characterization of the Deep Down South “Big Momma” vocal capacity. She is the matriarch and backbone to those who know her, those who she loves. But she is tough!! In this film, she is: Cold,… Read more »

Fashion Photography: Vision & Justice A week-long camp for high schoolers geared toward showing students how fashion photography can be used to engage in the global dialogue surrounding activism, representation, and cultural storytelling.  Led by Fashion Photographer LA Ricks and Stylist / OA Creative Arts & Culture Coordinator, Jon Cope.  Only 4 slots remain open. FOR: High… Read more »

The 2024 Alexandria Film Festival—their 18th annual!—will take place November 7-10, 2024, at locations across Alexandria. They are well into their film submission season which will continue throughout the summer. The extended deadline is July 31. This year they are seeking local, national, and international films that tell stories covering the following subject areas or… Read more »