The Richmond International Film & Music Fest is seeking volunteers for its upcoming 2017 festival Feb 27-March 5th.  Some volunteers are needed to help in various areas starting the week of January 23rd (10-15 hours per week) and going through the duration of the fest and other volunteers are needed only during festival week.  … Read more »

AFSCME is a labor union that represents 1.6 million public service workers nationwide.  www.afscme.org    Communications Department Multimedia Video Journalist   This position is responsible for enhancing AFSCME’s video storytelling abilities by creating a range of videos that communicate member stories and the organization’s work. Once the incumbent receives an assignment, s/he will be responsible… Read more »

The Global Impact Film Festival (GIDC), founded by Emily Aguilar, presented by DCBX, today announces the official dates for their third annual celebration.   This socially-minded film festival will occur August 25 to August 27, 2017 at the Renaissance Marriott in our Nation’s Capital, moments away from infamous monuments and museums; a perfect place for creating a social impact… Read more »

The Virginia Production Alliance is asking for Teasers, Trailers and Shorts filmed here in Virginia in 2016 to show in their screening room at the February 16 Hampton Roads State of the Industry. If you want to submit, please contact Jay Gates at 757-342-6086 or [email protected] for the correct format to submit your project. Cut… Read more »

Robin Noonan-Price is currently looking for a Director of Photography (ideally female) and Sound Engineer (ideally female) for a short film, “HIDE AND SEEK.” They plan to film 3 days (possibly 4) in early April.  The location is outdoors in NW, DC. Writer/Director: Shoshana Rosenbaum, Producer: Robin Noonan-Price. This is a SAG short film contract.… Read more »

Arvold is seeking actors local to the Central Virginia area to appear in short videos about eyewitness memory!   Please see their casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvoldcasting.com/casting-calls/uva-education-research-video/

WHAT: Free LED Tape and Wireless DMX Workshop Want to understand how to incorporate LED tape into your shots? Want to control your lights remotely via wireless signal? Join Barbizon Lighting and City Theatrical and learn all about LED tape and Wireless DMX.  This is a free workshop but space is limited so please RSVP using… Read more »

Local Production is casting for male lead in an Indie Feature. Must be fit and able to portray ex-Seal/Delta, late 20’s to mid 30’s. Please do not submit unless you are able to book as LOCAL TO RICHMOND. Please include recent photo/headshot, resume and reel if available to: [email protected]

Director of Photography for The Nature Conservatory Full-Time WORK WITH THEM   The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact for people and nature around the world in 69 countries, all 50 United States, major US cities and in your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature… Read more »

INTERFAITH MORAL ACTION ON CLIMATE   With Love, We Will Resist!   Please Join Them for a   Multi-faith, Spiritual Assembly Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on his 88th Birthday   Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.   New York Avenue Presbyterian Church 14th St. and NY Ave. NW. Wash., DC One… Read more »

  Looking for a way to launch your screenwriting career? Enter The 2017 PAGE Awards contest! This fall their Judges will once again present a total of 31 Awards to some of the most talented new screenwriters from across the country and around the world. The winning writers will receive cash and prizes totaling over… Read more »

Experience Nat Geo’s Free Family Day   Don’t miss your chance to see award-winning films, visit our amazing museum, and spend a day exploring the world during National Geographic Family Day! Free admission for you and up to five guests to experience our new exhibitions, “@NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos” and “Earth Explorers.” Meet… Read more »

CASTING NEEDED: Wednesday, January 18th. Must be available during the day. Need model for online photography educational series. Male or female any ethnicity, middle aged for a corporate photo shoot.   For more information and to send your headshot and resume contact Hillary Shea at:  [email protected]   Hillary Shea Associate Producer | RHED Pixel Managing Editor | Spotlight… Read more »

The VPA is hosting the annual Film Day on Capitol Hill – an opportunity to educate lawmakers about the importance of our industry for the state’s economy.  As the only organization in the state representing Virginia’s film and television production community, The VPA has been instrumental in securing critical legislation including film incentives that have been used… Read more »

Showtimes for January 13th , 2017 through January 19th, 2017     Arrival                                                                      Rated PG-13 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2543164/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Nightly at 7:15pm starting Friday, January 13th NO SHOW Sunday, Monday, or Wednesday, January 15th,16th or 18th — Inferno                                                                     Rated PG-13 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3062096/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Nightly at 9:30pm starting Friday, January 13th PLUS Matinee Saturday, January 14th at 4:30pm NO SHOW Monday,… Read more »

  Join RVA Director Jim Stramel for a screening of his first feature film , The Thrillbillys , starring local artist / musician / singer Wes Freed. Featuring a soundtrack by Drive-By Truckers, Angry Johnny and more. Screened on 16 mm , with door prizes , vintage country music trailers and a cash bar .… Read more »

They’re back! The January 17th general meeting will be held at Regent Universities Comm Building 1000 Regent University Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. They will be in Screening Room A.  Meet and greet starts at 6:30, Meeting starts at 7. It is best to park in the lot on the north side of the building.… Read more »

Below are some opportunities provided by the film production site Staff Me Up.  We recommend using the links below for applying to jobs.  The Virginia Film Office is not responsible for the below postings, please refer all relevant questions to the appropriate Staff Me Up Personel. Motion Graphics (part time) WASHINGTON, DC DETAILS REALITY/DOC (TV)… Read more »

New Equestrian Workshops for 2017 dates have been announced! Sign up NOW! Spots fill super fast for this popular workshop. Bonus Offer: Participants who are already registered for the Extreme Equestrian Adventure in May can take this workshop as a refresher for only $20! Email [email protected] for how to register at this price. January 28th:… Read more »

01.10.17   Ephod Studios is casting for a Web and TV channel. Filming will take place on Sunday, January 15th in Chesapeake.   *The actors will not need to read any lines.    Woman- mid 30’s , Latino ethnicity Man- age mid 30’s, Latino ethnicity   Please send HEADSHOT, RESUME, and link to REEL (if any)… Read more »

Explore new ways women are breaking barriers in the film industry. This program will explore how the internet and advances in technology have changed the landscape of filmmaking, particularly for women. Throughout the program enjoy screenings highlighting the legacy of ground-breaking movements in film such as the “L.A. Rebellion” of the 1960s, and the evolution… Read more »

ScreenCraft is excited to present the Orb Media China-Hollywood Screenwriting Fellowship! In addition to the list of illustrious program advisors below, legendary producer and former Academy President Hawk Koch has also joined the board of advisors. This is the first cross-cultural screenwriting mentorship program to develop writers in both English and Chinese languages. Screenwriters worldwide are… Read more »

Now Accepting Applications for the 2017 Garrett Scott Documentary Development Grant! Accepting applications from first-time documentary filmmakers with works-in-progress. The Garrett Scott Documentary Development Grant funds first-time documentary directors for travel and accommodations to attend the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, April 6-9, 2017. For four days, grant recipients will be given access to films, discussions,… Read more »

Now in its fifth year, the Docs In Progress Fellowship gives up to ten Washington DC-area filmmakers each year a facilitated support system to develop documentary works-in-progress. Over the eight months of each Fellowship cohort (February-September), Docs In Progress provides selected filmmakers monthly facilitated meetings where they come together to share progress with their projects and get feedback… Read more »