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DMV – DC Independent film festival annual forum – February 11-16 – Tickets

The DC Independent Film Festival Annual Forum, taking place February 11–16, 2026, in Washington, DC at Regal Gallery Place, features 10 seminars and masterclasses focused on sound, filmmaking craft, emerging formats, and the business of independent film. Programming highlights include: Cinematic Worlds: Immersive Sound & Film, with industry leaders from ARTECHOUSE and OTT House Audio… Read more »

Charlottesville – Filmmaking lead & assistant teaching artists needed – Summer 2026 – Paid

LEAD & ASSISTANT TEACHING ARTISTS: SUMMER 2026 About Light House Studio Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through collaborative filmmaking. We seek to foster a community where Charlottesville’s young people flourish as students, storytellers, and citizens. Light House Studio is looking for experienced… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for short film – March 2026 – Paid

CASTING CALL : We are looking for two children and 4 adults in the Richmond/DC area for a period piece short film set in 1980’s DC. Our story is about how two childhood friends’ lives and worlds are affected by immigration laws. We are looking for our two childhood best friends, their parents, and one… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for AFP video project – February 2026 – Paid

NEW TALENT SPECIFICATIONS!  Seeking talent for AFP project – Richmond VA – Week of Feb 9 – NU Greetings everyone!  Client has just expanded talent search for the role below: Here is what we know/need: Client: Americans For Prosperity (AFP) Location: Richmond, VA Dates: 1-2 day shoot during the week of February 9. We will… Read more »

Richmond – Full Time set designer/prop master needed for ampa events – ASAP – Paid

SET DESIGNER/PROP MASTER: THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION WITH AMPA EVENTS, AN EVENT DESIGN AND PRODUCTION COMPANY. MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE PORTFOLIO AND HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH RENDERINGS. Responsibilities: – Leads the props department in the design, construction, modification, acquisition of all props, and fabrications. – Create and manage props budgets, maintaining detailed records… Read more »

Woodbridge – Casting call for photoshoot & Documentary – February 8th – Paid

Black LQBTQ+ models needed for photoshoot and documentary. PHOTOGRAPHIE has an immediate need for and is actively seeking black LGBTQ+ models of all genders, orientations, and body types for artistic photoshoot on black sexuality and inclusion in corresponding documentary. No experience required but we do want to see the real you! PHOTOSHOOT DATE: 2/8/2026 LOCATION:… Read more »

Merrifield – VPA Camera Showcase with DC Camera – February 19th – Register

Virginia Production Alliance Event! Camera Showcase DC Camera – Merrifield, VA Calling all professional filmmakers, cinematographers, DPs, and corporate videographers in the DMV area! Join us for an exclusive hands-on event at DC Camera’s headquarters in Merrifield, VA. Dive deep into the world of high-end cinematography with expert-led demos on top-tier cameras from ARRI, Sony,… Read more »

Arlington – WIFV coffee event – January 29th – Register

Women in Film and Video coffee networking event! Looking forward to meeting up with filmmakers in the Clarendon/Arlington, VA area. This will be an in-person event organized by Sandra Brennan.  Register to let us know how many seats to save! Register at this link: Coffee in Arlington Convenient to Clarendon Metro Station.  On-street and garage… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for VCCA project – January 29th – Paid

Greetings everyone! Self tapes ARE required for consideration for this project! PROJECT DETAILS Job Name: VCCA “Bad Choices” Location: Richmond, VA Local Talent Only Non-Union Shoot: Thursday, January 29th Fitting: Wednesday, January 28th Session: $500 + 20% (based on a 10-hour session, excluding meals) Usage: $600 + 20% (Exact usage TBD) Fitting Fee: $75 (for… Read more »

Charlottesville – Equestrian & Firearms on set workshops – January 24th – Registration Fee

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE IN THESE WORKSHOPS!! EQUESTRIAN/FIREARMS WORKSHOPS FOR JANUARY 2026!  CHARLOTTESVILLE VA! January 24, 2026: –Basic (Beginning) Equestrian – 9 am (3 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 11 am –Advanced Equestrian – 12 noon (3 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 2 pm EXCITING NEWS! We have several upcoming Workshop opportunities coming up… Read more »

Richmond – Cinema Collective workshop – January 28th – Free

Cinema Collective is Richmond Film Network’s monthly workshop bringing together filmmakers and film-adjacent creatives across all disciplines for connection, learning, and collaboration. When: Wednesday, January 28 from 6–8 PM Where: The Hof (Loft), 2818 W. Broad St., Richmond Cost: Free JANUARY PROGRAM Presentation: Collaborative Intelligence with Salimah Ismail An interactive session based on a framework developed by Dawna… Read more »

Richmond – 17th Annual Israeli & Jewish Film Festival – January 8-25 – Tickets

The 17th Annual Israeli & Jewish Film Festival launches this Thursday night with a Red Carpet Opening Night Premier Party featuring a meet & greet with “Bad Shabbos” screenwriter Zack Weiner. Here’s a link to a podcast TVJerry produced featuring Zack. The film won the Audience Award for Best Narrative at the Tribeca Film Festival… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for independent feature – 2/2-3/6 – Paid

MIDNIGHT COURIER Non-Union Feature Film Producers: Brock Cooper & Hekla Petursson Director: Andrew Chi Nguyen Screenwriter: Andrew Chi Nguyen Casting Director: Kailah Augustine Audition Date: first round via self-tape CB: Likely virtual the week of January 16th, 2026 Shoot Dates: February 2nd through March 6th Shoot Location: Richmond, Virginia Rate: $125-$200 Rehearsal: TBD, if held:… Read more »

Richmond and Mechanicsville – Casting call for student short film – April 2026 – Paid

New Surge Productions is looking for Asian-American principal and supporting actors for HOW TO LIVE IN LIVING ROOMS. Vietnamese proficiency is required for some roles, while preferred for others. This is an independent, student, non-union film. DEADLINE: FEBUARY 2ND, 2026 SUBMIT AT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJSoLBvQPVOzL0j8r5tPqdOWCqJzLglkG-El4WaU9PF7-w1Q/viewform?pli=1 PAY: $150/day with meals provided “Feeling like a failure, an aimless art… Read more »

Waynesboro – Casting call for commercial – January 14 & 15 – Paid

Nomad Media is casting for a local television commercial filming in the Waynesboro, VA area. SHOOT DATES January 14 & January 15 (Actors must be available on the specific days noted below.) ROLES Husband & Wife (Male & Female) Age range: 35–60 Must be comfortable portraying a married couple Required both days (Jan 14 &… Read more »

Loudoun – Casting call for romantic comedy project – 2/14-2/17 – Paid

Location: Loudoun County, VA Shoot Dates: TBD (2–3 consecutive days) Rate: $200/day (non-union) Meals provided Local hire preferred PROJECT DETAILS The Last Guests is a contained romantic comedy set over one stormy weekend in a remote cabin. Two strangers arrive believing they’ve booked the home exclusively, only to discover they’re stuck together — no cell… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for independent feature – 12/15-19 – Paid

The Cashier – NEW BACKGROUND ROLES! SAG Modified Low Budget Feature Daphne Maxwell Reid (GLENDA), Robin Allen (COURTNEY) & Tim Reid (JOHN) are attached. Carly Hough Casting is seeking people local to the RVA area to work as extras on the SAG Moderate Low Budget Feature Film The Cashier. Filming will take place in Richmond,… Read more »

Virginia Beach – VPA Hampton Roads district holiday party – December 10 – Registration

Virginia Production Alliance Event! Join us for a fun and festive holiday celebration in Hampton Roads District! Members and guests are welcome to attend. We will provide food and drinks, wear your festive gear and come ready to celebrate the Virginia Production Alliance Hampton Roads District! Register Here: Virginia Production Alliance – Hampton Roads District… Read more »

Annandale – Crew call for student production – March 2026 – Unpaid

We are looking for crew members who would like to participate in a non-paid or small-paid production for 25 days or less. We are looking for a Cameraman, Someone to help with the lights (don’t need them all 25 days), and someone who can help with the microphones. If you have any equipment, just write… Read more »

Richmond – Rush Casting call for student project – December 2-6 – Paid

To Be Vaguely Asian in the American South Director: Kansas Ballesteros Producers: Charlie Barker Theobald, Tinbete Daniel Shoot Dates: December 2nd – December 6th, 2025 Shoot Location: Richmond, Virginia Storyline: Ash, a biracial sorority girl, is desperate to fit in with her university’s Greek life scene. But when she sees racist images displayed at a… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for independent feature – December 2025 – Paid

The Cashier SAG Modified Low Budget Feature Daphne Maxwell Reid (GLENDA), Robin Allen (COURTNEY) & Tim Reid (JOHN) are attached. Carly Hough Casting is seeking people local to the RVA area to work as extras on the SAG Moderate Low Budget Feature Film The Cashier. Filming will take place in Richmond, VA November through December… Read more »

Northern Virginia – music composer needed for independent feature film – March 2026 – Paid

Cine30 Media is seeking an experienced music composer for the highly anticipated “The Exit Row II: Unraveled,” a drama/thriller feature film. The movie is a sequel to the award-winning drama/thriller “The Exit Row,” which was released in 2023 on Peacock, Amazon, Tubi, and more. For more information and to apply, please email [email protected] Website: Cine30Media… Read more »

Newport News & Hampton – Crew call for independent feature – May 2026 – Paid

CREW CALL – “SHATTERED TRUST” (Independent Feature Film) Production Company: KayP Unscripted Productions LLC Filming Location: Newport News / Hampton, VA Filming Dates: May 1–7, 2026 Pref Local Hires: Open to talent outside VA, but travel is not provided. ABOUT THE PROJECT Shattered Trust is a dramatic independent feature film written and directed by Khalilah… Read more »

Newport News & Hampton – Casting call for independent feature – May 2026 – Paid

ANNOUNCEMENT: “SHATTERED TRUST” IS COMING HOME TO VIRGINIA! After praying on it and getting full clarity, I’ve decided to bring my next film, “Shattered Trust” (which was actually the FIRST script I ever wrote and is based off of truthful parts of something I endured when I wrote it), back home to Virginia. (this will… Read more »