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RICHMOND – Casting Call for Short Films – June 28th – PAID

VCUarts Cinema Repertory Company “Primary Players” VCUarts Cinema 4 Non-Union Short Student Films Badge & Betrayal Capo Dei Capi Just Your Regular Sitcom Vice Verse  Production Company: VCUarts Cinema Executive Producers: Yossera Bouchtia & Kevin Gallagher Directing Faculty: Bill Badgley & Chelsea Burke Casting Director: Anne Chapman Casting Associate: Carly Hough Day Rate: $144/d ay for… Read more »

Virginia – Summer Film Grant – June 30th Deadline – Application

Time is running out! If you need funding and support to complete or start your film, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer 2024 is still accepting applications—but the deadline is fast approaching. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to bring your unique vision to life. Application Deadline: June 30th, 2024 For over 32 years, From the Heart… Read more »

Richmond – Seeking Script “Doctor” to punch-up a TV Pilot – Summer 2024 – Paid

Seeking an established, credited screenplay writer to “punch-up” a fantasy, action screenplay for resubmission to blcklist.com. Currently at a score of 6 and need a score of 8 or 9…Think “Stranger Things” in SW Virginia… Does your “voice” represent the true spirit of Appalachia? Are you a native Virginian? Check out the website, http://thejacktales.com/ –… Read more »

Charlottesville – Teaching Specialist needed for film workshops – 8/1/2024 – Paid

ABOUT LIGHT HOUSE STUDIO We are a fantastic creative team committed to making Charlottesville a better place for all our citizens! Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through filmmaking. Located on Charlottesville’s bustling downtown mall in the historic Vinegar Hill Theatre, our staff… Read more »

Falls Church – A.I. Video Creation Seminar – June 12 – Free

Join City of Falls Church Independent Media to learn and see  how A.I. Applications can be adapted to your video creation needs, from producing instant messaging and commercials, to fully-fledged television and feature film projects, followed by a discussion about the pros and cons of A.I. visual magic while facing and embracing the inevitability of… Read more »

Hampton Roads – Casting for Short Film – June 17 – Paid

Short Film Auditions: June 17, 5 pm-6:30pm Address: Bayside Area Library, 936 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. Casting featured actors for a short video film of Universal Sign Entertainment. (main characters Paid) Talent in the age range: ———————— Teen boy 16-18 years old, deaf, hard of hearing or CODA with knowledge of American Sign… Read more »

Lynchburg – casting call for student thesis film (short) – 9/3/24-9/12/24 – unpaid

Relentless Productions is seeking a talented male actor, aged 40-50, for a compelling role in our upcoming historical fiction short film set during the Civil War. This is a student film, and the role is unpaid. The film will shoot from September 3rd through September 12th, 2024, though the selected actor will only be required… Read more »

RICHMOND – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM – MAY 2024 – PAID

CASTING CALL for Melee directed by Addison Dephillip. Our current filming dates are May 14th-17th. Logline: A shy girl navigates a Christian summer camp while exploring her sexuality and creating new friendships. Payment: Rates dependent on how much we fundraise, but payment is guaranteed. If interested, please email a current headshot and resume to [email protected]… Read more »

Roanoke – Casting Call for Student short Film – January-March 2024- Unpaid

“The Nose Knows” Casting Call Contact Information: [email protected], [email protected] Casting Audition Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNoECtjfs4O7gFReJ4SOHtMi0V0IUdUhx9AjlEo227lCTAFQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Film: Hollins University Student Mystery/Horror Thesis Short Film Production Description: Florence is uncertain of her place in the world. She’s headed to a small town university to try to figure it out before she graduates. However, a spree of unsolved murders plagues the… Read more »

VIRTUAL – WIFV 2024 Mentorship Program Application – Deadline Jan 15 – MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED

WIFV Seeking Mentees and Mentors for 2024 Mentorship Program! Applications are now being accepted from WIFV members seeking to be paired with an industry professional. You can apply to be paired with a mentor for a specific project or for general career mentorship. Whether you’re an emerging filmmaker or an experienced professional pivoting to a new… Read more »

Fairfax – Virginia Production Alliance NOVA District Holiday Mixer – December 11th – REGISTER

Please Note: REGISTRATION REQUIRED, NO WALK-INS! To register,  click this link: https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-5482303 The event is being held at ThunderShot Studios, which is located at 9425-B Mathy Drive in Fairfax, Virginia. When 11 Dec 2023 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM PARKING: Please park in the overflow area across the street (see the diagram below). It’s behind… Read more »

HAMPTON- Virginia Black Film Festival – Submission Deadline December 1st – FEE

The Virginia Black Film Festival is the premiere celebration of Black Culture through film! Taking place in Historic Hampton Virginia, near the site where the first Africans in English North America landed. The festival features content from throughout the African Diaspora in multiple genres. Screenings for the event take place on the festivals On-Demand platform… Read more »

Virginia – Child/Preteen Actress Needed for Senior Thesis Film – 11/3/23-/11/5/23 – Paid

Little girl aged 7-12: -Only in ONE scene -Location: Still to be determined -Must be able to do two simple braids and hold simple dialogue. Scene Description: The main character runs into a little girl in a strange location. Instead of the classic lemonade stand the little girl has a hair braiding stand. Getting your… Read more »

RICHMOND – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT FILM – 11/03/2023 – UNPAID

Seeking several actors for a student short film in November. This is non-paid, non-union student film and will only be filming one day. Please submit headshot and/or resume to [email protected] along with the name of the character you want to audition for in the subject line. If you don’t have a resume, please reply with a short… Read more »

HARRISONBURG – Casting Call for Student Film – Weekends 10/18/23-11/11/23 – PAID

“Mountain of Ash” Director: Danny Diaz Producers: Danny Diaz, Brendan Roth, Matt Souza Casting: Bethanie Richters Logline: A young man and his long absent father embark on a journey to the mountaintop in order to fulfill the wishes of his mother. Gabe (18-25) – Jaded, angry at the world and his father. Russell (40-50) –… Read more »

RICHMOND – The 48 Hour Horror Film Project is accepting more teams – October 20-22 – REGISTER

The Richmond 48 Hour Film Project, Richmond’s favorite filmmaking competition, returns horror style this October with filmmaking October 20-22 and world premiere screenings on October 29–just in time for Halloween!   We Made Room for 4 More! In record time–just 18 days–the RVA Horror 48 reached capacity with 24 teams! BUT, we made room for four more teams! So if you… Read more »

Fredericksburg – The Fredericksburg Film Festival is Now Accepting Submissions – ASAP – Registration

     Fredericksburg Square was one of the few buildings to avoid damage during the Civil War battle in this beloved Virginia city. Since then, through extensive renovations and additions, this old building with new tricks has been home to the Order of Elks, the five-star restaurant Augustine’s, and, currently, Water’s End Brewery. And in… Read more »

STAUNTON – Casting Call for Short Film – Summer 2024 – PAID

Casting for a 2 full day production of an adoption-themed short film in Staunton, VA, summer of 2024. The role we are casting for is the lead character, a young girl AMELIA (age between 6-8). This role is paid along with compensation to the parent of the child actress, to supervise on set and be… Read more »

Richmond – Women in Film and Video Happy Hour – September 25th – Register

Calling all female-identifying filmmakers and crew to join us in Richmond to network and build collaborations to support each other in our careers and projects. WIFV is honored to be co-hosting this event with SpangTV, a women-owned production company focused on creative storytelling solutions for brands, commercials, and content. 5:30-7:30 pm on Monday, September 25, 2023 Spang, 613 Wickham… Read more »

Charlottesville – Adrenaline Film Project now accepting applications – Deadline October 8th – Register

     Charlottesville, VA, September 8, 2023 – Light House Studio is seeking applications for the 19th annual Adrenaline Film Project, a narrative filmmaking workshop that includes pitching, writing, filming, and editing a short film in just 72 hours before screening it for a live theater audience!      This is no ordinary filmmaking workshop. Teams… Read more »

Richmond – The Richmond International Film Festival – September 26th-October 1st – Tickets

2023 FESTIVAL: SEP 26 – OCT 1 Early bird tickets now available. JOIN US FOR 6 DAYS OF CUTTING-EDGE FILM PREMIERES, LIVE MUSIC AND SPECIAL EVENTS!  RIFF, one of the largest international competitive film festivals in the Mid-Atlantic, brings more than 150 cutting edge film premiers to Richmond, Virginia plus nightly local, national and international… 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 »

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 »

Washington D.C. – WIFV Production Assistant Training Workshop – July 14th & 21st – Registration Fee

Interface Media Group 1233 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 These events will prepare individuals to get on set, starting with where to look for gigs and what to submit, and provide hands-on experience of being on set. Presenters include Mike Rose, Leslie Ralston,Peter Roof, Kathi Overton, Sheila Smith. #1 – Friday, July 14, 5:00… Read more »