The 2026 Virginia Screenwriting Competition is open for submissions from Virginia residents and students attending Virginia schools, from April 6 through May 25. The Virginia Screenwriting Competition was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated. Three prize-winners are selected each year. Since that time, the competition… Read more »

The Virginia Film Office has been made aware by several Virginia film community members of a film industry job scam that has been circulating, a version of what happened in Maryland previously (link at bottom of post). Please note: the Virginia Film Office hotline serves as an information resource only; postings are not endorsed or verified… Read more »

**Free Virginia Black Film Festival panel tickets available!** The 3rd annual VA Black Film Festival will take place February 19-22 in beautiful Williamsburg. The event will have screenings, premieres, seminars, and panels, including tomorrow’s ‘Filming in Virginia – Old Dominion: New Vision’ featuring the Virginia Film Office’s own Andy Edmunds. The talk will take place… Read more »

*Cool White Car* Low-budget indie feature Projected winter shoot, dates TBD. From writer/director Dominic Greco, Cool White Car is seeking a magical cast and crew.  Ideally a team of passionate misfits, freaks and geeks. Not seeking perfection, but people who love what they do and are longing for a chance at greatness. Not Hollywood greatness of… Read more »

Casting for Student Short Film “Book of Eve” 10/3 – 10/5  (Lead actor MUST be available all three days.)   Production Title: The Book of Eve Genre: Drama Director Marco Duran is now casting for a student short film production from George Mason University. The film will premiere at the 2025–2026 GMU Film Festival in… Read more »

DO NOT REWIND – CASTING BREAKDOWN Do Not Rewind is a non-union horror/thriller short film currently casting in Richmond, VA!   Content Warning: This project contains scenes depicting psychological trauma, stalking, gaslighting, body horror, self-harm, and graphic injury (including tooth extraction and finger mutilation). Actors should be comfortable portraying emotional distress and physical discomfort in… Read more »

We are casting for King Caliban, a poetic, stageplay-on-film adaptation inspired by Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Location: Virginia / Eastern Shore area Shoot: 10/31/25 – 11/7/2025 Compensation: $300 stipend for paid roles + meals provided + credit   Cast ROLES AVAILABLE: King Caliban (Paid) – Black male, 20s–40s. Brawny, powerful, vulnerable. Carries the weight of ancestry.… Read more »

Light House Studio is excited to present the 21st Adrenaline Film Project! The Adrenaline Film Project is a 72-hour filmmaking competition in which teams compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own 3-5 minute films with guidance from mentors from across the industry. Teams are assigned a genre, line of dialogue,… Read more »

CASTING CALL – HOLLOW Blanket Fort Entertainment is now casting for an independent SAG-AFTRA Micro-Budget Feature Film titled HOLLOW, a tense mystery noir. Shoot Details: Union/Non-Union: Both accepted Location: Gloucester, VA (and surrounding area) Dates: Exact Dates TBD, Late October-Early November 2025 Roles: Young Woman (19–22): A young girl who went missing mysteriously in 2005.… Read more »

The 2025 Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival Lineup is Here The festival, now in its 9th year, will take place November 20-23, 2025, at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) and the Virginia Museum of History and Culture (VMHC) in Richmond, Virginia. The Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival aims to amplify native voices and reframe Native… Read more »

Seeking talent for Tourism project – Alexandria VA – 9/30 & 10/1 – NU SUBMISSIONS DUE 9/16 Here is what we know/need: Upcoming shoot will feature lifestyle photo and video content at a variety of locations around Alexandria, Virginia—including hotels, shops, and restaurants.   Scenes will include: Shopping, dining, walking, and other lifestyle actions. Some… Read more »

It’s almost time for Richmond’s fan-favorite film festival: the Richmond International Film Festival! September 23-28, 2025 🍿 One of the largest international competitive film festivals in the Mid-Atlantic, brings more than 160 film premieres to RVA, in addition to nightly local, national, and international music performances, panels, and Q&As, the red carpet awards, mixers, and… Read more »

CALLING ALL ACTORS! Join the Richmond 48 Hour HORROR Film Project for in-person auditions on Monday, September 29, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Libbie Mill Library Meeting Room, 2100 Libbie Lake East St., Richmond. This is your opportunity to showcase your talent and connect directly with local filmmakers who are actively seeking actors for their horror… Read more »

The Virginia Production Alliance will host an in-person seminar/master class on directing, led by award-winning director Jesse Vaughan, details below! When: September 23rd – 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Where: Visual Arts Center – 1812 W Main Street Richmond, VA REGISTER HERE – https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-6316741/Registration – $15 fee This in-person master class offers a unique opportunity for… Read more »

Stunts have a huge visual impact, pumping up production value in a visceral, human way that CGI just can’t touch. But you have to do them right and that means a combination of thorough prep and skilled execution. Jeff Wilhelm, a stunt coordinator and performer with decades of experience, will explain why the best time… Read more »

How to 48 featuring The Sunroom  Learn exactly how The Sunroom created this year’s Best Film, “Hamburger,” in just two days. City Producer Lisa Giles will break down the contest rules and procedures, while The Sunroom team—Mike Thibodeau (writer/director), Alec Gary (director of photography), and Ryan Gary (sound mixer)—share their strategies for conquering production on… Read more »

Light House Studio invites you to purchase tickets for the 24th Annual Youth Film Festival, which will take place on Sunday September 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM at The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville, VA. Light House Studio’s Youth Film Festival is a wonderful celebration of our community, students, and great filmmaking. The festival highlights student’s… Read more »

🎭 ACTORS! Stop Talking to Yourself in the Mirror…  Ready to level up your acting chops with real, live human interaction? Final Act Drama wants to invite you to join us for the next Actor Insiders Group meeting session: Scene Study 101: Partner Work & Active Listening https://finalactdrama.com/actors-insiders-group/ 🎬 Scene Study 101: Partner Work &… Read more »

HIRING FOR CREW on YOYOs Narrative Feature Film Shoots in Virginia late July/early August Most immediate hiring:  Stunt Coordinator, however, all positions are welcome to apply. Rate to be negotiated Must have Virginia driver’s license for priority consideration How to apply:  Send cover letter and resume to: [email protected]    Logline:  Liberal sisters Dinah and Abigail… Read more »

Seeking talent for GEICO project – UNION – 6/23 or 6/24 – Fredericksburg VA Greetings everyone! We are seeking talent for an upcoming GEICO project as follows:   Callback Date: Tuesday 6/17/25 Shoot Dates: 6/23/24 and or 6/24/25 Talent Fitting Dates: 6/22 or 6/23 Location: Fredericksburg, VA   NOTE:  “There is a possibility for in… Read more »

We are seeking a male stand in for the TPK project.  Here is what we know/need at this time:   Location – Hampton Roads VA Dates – You MUST be available for ALL dates listed below.   6/11 6/12 6/13 6/16 6/17 6/18 6/19 6/22 6/23 6/24 6/25 626 6/29 6/30 7/1 7/2   Rates:… Read more »

Greetings everyone! We are casting for background / extras (SAG) for the upcoming TPK film project!  Here is what we know/need: PRODUCTION DETAILS Production Title: TPK Tentative Production Dates: June 9 – July 2 Primary Filming Locations: Hampton Roads / Virginia Beach, Virginia Rates: Union Background: $213/8 Stand-In / Photo double: $253/8 Nonunion Background: $120/8… Read more »

From Anne Chapman Casting: YOYOs FILM OPEN CALL SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget Feature Shooting Mid-July to Mid August Seeking actors age 9-13 years old for 7 lead ensemble roles. No experiene necessary, looking forward to meeting YOU! Friday, June 6th, 2025 2:00-5:00 PM Studio Two Three 109 W 15th St, Richmond, VA 23224 Producers: Heather… Read more »

Seeking LEADS AND SUPPORTING for CBN project – Hampton Roads/VA Beach area – July/August (multiple days) – NU Greetings everyone!  We are now moving to the next phase of the audition process! Seeking talent for an upcoming documentary reenactment project.  This casting is for some leads and supporting talent.  More casting announcements to follow for… Read more »