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Lynchburg – Casting call for Liberty University project – March & April – Paid

Seeking talent for “The Thin Place” Liberty University project – Lynchburg VA – NU – March/April Greetings everyone!  NEW PROJECT JUST IN!! NOTE – SELF-TAPES ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT! Here is what we know/need: This is a Nonunion project filming in Lynchburg, VA.  The date range is March 31 – April 24 (Exact dates… Read more »

Charlottesville – Casting call for student short film – March 2026 – Unpaid

CASTING CALL SUPPORTING ROLE — “PASSING FACES” (Student Short Film | UVA Production) When: March 14, 2026 – March 15, 2026 Where: Charlottesville, VA Non-Paid: Student Production Description: “Passing Faces” Written & Directed by Tiernan Caulfield Synopsis: Jonah is a young, unhoused janitor quietly working on a university campus, spending his nights in his car and his days trying… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for multiple student short films – March & April – Unpaid

University of Richmond & “FILM PRODUCTION 302” are seeking ACTORS for 10 non-union SHORT FICTION FILMS (around 7-10 minutes). Non-Paid (Student Production) Audition Schedule: between 03/02 until 03/22 Project Specifications: These are short films (7-10 min) produced in the Film Studies Program at the University of Richmond. They will be shot with a Blackmagic pocket… Read more »

Charlottesville – Casting call for student short – March & April 2026 – Unpaid

Casting Call – UVA Student Short Film – Charlottesville, VA – March 27-29, April 3-5 – Unpaid When: March 27-29, April 3-5, 2026 Where: Charlottesville, Virginia Description:  “Off the Deck” Written & Directed by Kenneth Nguyen Brief Synopsis: A young DJ, Quentin, begins to face a rift in his personal life upon meeting the enigmatic… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for VCU Spec Spot – March 21st – Paid

Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 6 Local to RVA Actors for a VCU Brandcenter Spec Spot shooting in Richmond, VA on March 21st, 2026 Ice Breakers THE DELIGHTFULLY WEIRD, VERY AWKWARD, FAMILY PORTRAIT VCU Brandcenter Non-Union – for Portfolios and festivals only, will not be aired Ice Breakers – THE WEIRD, VERY AWKWARD, FAMILY PORTRAIT… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – March 2026 – Unpaid

CASTING CALL — “MALADAPTIVE” (Student Short Film | VCU Production) Casting for Maladaptive, a student short film exploring obsession, fantasy, and jealousy through the perspective of a socially isolated high school senior whose romantic daydreams begin to fracture her reality. Shoot Dates: March 27–29, 2026 (Richmond, VA area) Roles Casting: Genna (Lead), Olivia (Supporting), Eli… Read more »

Alert: Film Industry Job Offer Scam Circulating – Information Below

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 »

Richmond – Casting call for spec commercial projects – March 2026 – Paid

SEEKING TALENT FOR SPEC COMMERCIAL PROJECTS- NU – RICHMOND VA – March Greetings everyone! We are working with VCU Brand Center on some Spec Commercials for Masterclass and VRBO.  This is an award winning team and some of their accolades include:  Spotify spot we recently did received a Communication Arts Award, and our U-Haul spot received an Applied… Read more »

Lynchburg – Casting call for independent feature – Spring 2026 – Paid

The Thin Place is a spiritually charged allegorical drama about a place where heaven feels close, and God’s presence becomes unmistakable. The award-winning screenplay will be produced in Lynchburg, Virginia, Spring 2026. It has won more than 10 international screenwriting awards at festivals. For further information, visit: www.thethinplacemovie.com We are looking to cast ten paid… Read more »

Occoquan – Casting call for photoshoot – 2/28/26 – Paid

Calling all black male and female models 55+ years old! You are needed for a photoshoot and documentary. PHOTOGRAPHIE has an immediate need for and is actively seeking black mature models of any body types for artistic photoshoot on black sexuality and inclusion in corresponding documentary to round out our collection. WE HAVE HAD A… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student film – March 2026 – Unpaid

VCU Student Film Logline: Two siblings, with very different coping mechanisms, face a tragic event involving their parents. Roles: Winona – Late teens to early 20s, Native American/Latinx. Aloof and stone-faced, does what she can to not let any emotions get to her. Shiloh – 20s, Native American/Latinx. Winona’s older brother. Very caring over Winona,… Read more »

Hampton Roads – Casting call for independent feature – Spring 2026 – Paid

WE are Casting for new and expanded roles for the Sequel to THE SILENT CRISIS MOVIE: TARGETED. Auditions will take place in Spring 2026. “Early Development Casting” Auditions will be held in person ONLY to ensure strong performances and authentic connection. Audition materials and character sides will be released in 2026 to registered applicants. Casting… 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »