Funding for VA250 Grants is made possible by the VA250 Commission. These grants are specifically geared towards projects centered on content relating to the American Revolution, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and the independence of the United States in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Applicants may apply for grants of up to $10,000, with a required 1:1 match. Applicants must work with… Read more »

There’s still time to join the fun and make a movie with the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project this summer! The Challenge: Write, shoot and edit a short film in 48 hours given a required character, prop, line of dialogue and genre that you receive moments before the clock starts! The Weekend: July 14-16 The 48 is the largest filmmaking… Read more »

7News is seeking an energetic, smart, curious and creative Manager of Audience Engagement & Growth. In this role, you will be tasked with coordinating with our on-air talent and field crews to build news stories throughout the day on social media platforms while engaging with the 7News audience. Full-time Closing date: August 25th Requirements: You… Read more »

When: June 29th, 6:00–8:00 PM Where: 21631 Ridgetop Circle Suite 200 (2nd floor), Sterling VA 20166 Join fellow writers and VPA members at a writer’s workshop on Thursday, June 29th, from 6-8 pm. Be sure to bring your creative juices with you! Whether you’re a seasoned writer with numerous awards or interested but struggling to… Read more »

Cortina Productions is casting five males and one female for a museum film about civilian spies during the Revolutionary War period. Age range is 25-35. Actors must have availability for both June 26 and June 27 although not all actors will appear both days. These are all non-speaking roles. Rate is $300/day. Locations: June 26:… Read more »

Thursday, June 29th — Blackwater Creek Catering and Venue, 405 Crenshaw Street, Bedford, VA 24523 Celebrity Chef Jeremy Miller (Growing Pains) Cooking Show Fundraiser 5:30 – Doors Open; Event from 6-8:00 PM $45 Regular & $75 VIP (Seated at the Chef’s table with Jeremy including picture and autograph) Friday, June 30th — Beale’s Brewery, 510… Read more »

Now in its 31st year of supporting indie filmmakers, the Summer Grant of the Roy W. Dean Film Grants is now accepting entries. Awarded by top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit non-profit From the Heart Productions the grant seeks unique films that make a contribution to society. Deadline for grant submissions is June 30th, 2023. The grant is… Read more »

We are an indie short film shooting right outside Charlottesville, VA looking for an HMU head and Sound Mixer for a 4 day shoot. Both positions are paid. If interested, please reach out to my email with your resume. Thank you! Andrei Buna [email protected]

7 News in Washington, DC has an exciting opportunity for a full-time News Production Assistant. Date Posted: 3/29/23 Closing Date: 5/28/23 City/State: Arlington, VA Responsibilities include: Operate Deko, Audio, or Camera for our Newscasts Prep for newscasts including but not limited to: Preparing all fonts to air during the newscast Studio and set preparation Maintaining studio Lighting… Read more »

The Virginia Screenwriter’s Forum First Act, First Look Screenplay Contest: Think your first act has what it takes to captivate an audience? Submit the first 30 pages of your feature script for the chance to win $500 from the Virginia Screenwriters Forum (VSF)! Scripts entered into the Second Annual First Act, First Look Screenplay Contest… Read more »

The 2023 Alexandria Film Festival—our 17th annual!—will take place November 9-12, 2023, in Alexandria, Virginia. We start accepting film submissions for consideration on April 3 (see below) and will shortly be posting information about the submission process on our website, www.alexfilmfest.com. Be on the lookout for that announcement!   Call for Film Submissions & Judging… Read more »

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a non-union PSA shooting in Alexandria, VA on March 28, 2023. They are currently looking for the following types: Principal – any gender/ethnicity, 65+ Principal – any gender/ethnicity, 20s-70s – walks with a cane or walker and can walk up approximately 4 steps OR has an upper… Read more »

WJLA-TV is seeking an experienced Production Coordinator for their Commercial Production Department. Qualified candidates must be able to conceptualize, script, shoot, and assist the Commercial Production Manager with the day to day operation of the department. Responsibilities: • Producing commercials, PSA’s and billboards for the station and its advertisers. • Creating concepts, writing scripts, and… Read more »

The Chicken & Egg Pictures Research & Development Grant is accepting applications through Monday, April 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM (noon) ET, from women and non-binary filmmakers from around the world who have directed at least two feature-length documentaries and are in the research & development stage of their next feature-length film. Up to 30… Read more »

Casting call for “Searching for the Artist” film. Logline: After an unsuccessful first show, an aspiring painter encounters a woman who offers him a potential career-altering opportunity under mysterious circumstances. Description Short Film Director: Anson King Producer/Casting Director: Walker Moore Writer: Maximilian Omar Shooting Schedule: March 25th – April 13th (Roughly 5-6 Days within that… Read more »

Casting call for “MAKE A WISH” film Film Description: “Make A Wish” is an urban-inspired suspense film about a woman who avenges her brother’s death. Project date/range: 3/25/23 – 7/31/23 Located -> Norfolk, VA; Audition times are between 1 pm-4 pm in the Norfolk Slover Library Compensation: Paid   Primary Contact: Dria Copeland Number: (757)… Read more »

CASTING 26 ACTORS—Richmond and Vicinity ONLY Sonja BERTUCCI, Filmmaker/Assistant Professor in Film Studies at the University of Richmond & “FILM PRODUCTION 302” are seeking 26 ACTORS for 10 non-union SHORT FILMS (around 5-10 minutes).   Audition Schedule: between 03/02 and 03/17 Project Specifications: These are short films (5-10 min) produced in the Film Studies Program at the University of… Read more »

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a non-union PSA shooting in Alexandria, VA on March 28, 2023. We are currently looking for the following type:   Principal – any gender/ethnicity, 20-70, with a physical disability   AT THIS TIME WE ARE ONLY LOOKING FOR TALENT WHO HAVE A PHYSICAL DISABILITY   For consideration… Read more »

Attention Filmmakers!  The 2023 Call for Entries for the 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival is now open! Every year the Festival showcases new narrative and documentary features, shorts, and independent films from US and international-based filmmakers from all filmmaking backgrounds. All Virginia residents and students can submit for FREE! Dates Early Bird Deadline – May… Read more »

Happening Saturday, March 18th, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM,  Belltower Pictures and Oakwood Arts are hosting the third installment of the “How to Make a Documentary Film” workshop series. With guest speakers, Jesse Vaughan, Randall Taylor, and Martin Montgomery this workshop will explore the general subject of “Shooting the Film” by discussing topics surrounding cinematography, the art of interviewing, and story structure development.… Read more »

NEW SURGE PRODUCTIONS – A STUDENT-RUN VCU ORGANIZATION Seeking young actors for NON-PAID positions for our goofy ensemble comedy short film NOT JUST A WORD. The film’s storyline and available acting positions are described below. For more information, please visit our official casting breakdown: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EgndsorGHHQcR_etWcCNT1jpigVF9TrVsh_rjTnsZGs/edit?usp=sharing   SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Submit a current headshot, resume, and a… Read more »

Light House Studio is looking for experienced filmmakers to lead and assist in mentoring workshops for students ranging from 8-21 years old. Lead Teaching Artists manage and lead filmmaking workshops. Assistant Teaching Artists work closely with the Lead Teaching Artist to facilitate filmmaking lessons and exercises. Workshops usually run Monday to Friday, 8:45 – 3:15pm,… Read more »

Pay is on low end, please send your desired rate for a six-day shoot. Crew from Winchester/Harrisonburg/Front Royal/Leesburg/Manassas areas especially encouraged to apply but local housing possible for anyone traveling more than 45 minutes each way. Contact writer/director Zack Van Eyck at [email protected] with rates or with inquiries. For more on writer/producer, please see: IMDB.me/zackvaneyck

Submissions are open for the fifth installment of the Richmond Film Network Short Film Series being held on April 19, 2023 at Bow Tie Movieland, Richmond. The Short Film Series is an experience that brings together innovative, independent storytellers and discerning audiences for its monthly program of short films, compelling moderated filmmaker Q&As, and meaningful networking in a single night. Submissions from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ, and… Read more »