Production title: The Arlingtonian Union / Non-Union: Non-Union Production Type: Independent Project length: Short Film (15 minutes) Production location: Arlington, VA/Washington DC Shooting Location: Arlington, VA CONTACT: Skinny Corleone, [email protected] http://www.49thparallelfilms.com Dates: August 17-21, 2020 “Pilot” Arlington, Virginia circa the 2008 financial crisis: When Wilson loses his job, it triggers a special 2008 recession clause… Read more »

The RIFF Arts Institute is Awarded a Grant from the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Funding to be Dedicated to Unemployed Artists Impacted by COVID-19 To learn more and apply, visit their site.  The RIFF Arts Institute (RAI) has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation’s Central Virginia COVID-19 Response Fund advisory committee… Read more »

  Anne Chapman Casting seeking 4 Local to RVA Actors for SAG Short Film Shooting in RVA in September 2020 – Virtual Auditions COVID-19 Production Protocol Will Be Followed Due to COVID-19 Travel Concerns this is a Local Production using Actors Local to Richmond, Virginia PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT IF YOU ARE NOT LOCAL TO… Read more »

This short film will be a re-make of the movie “The sisterhood of the traveling pants” shoot will be a one day shoot. Shoot date is 8/30/20 for 6 hours. Compensation will be $50 for the project. Meals will be provided. Casting call date will be 8/9/20 from 12-4pm. Roles- African American women – age… Read more »

Lynchburg University Student film: Casting Call for male actor, between 25-35, any race, preferable muscular frame to play a hitman named Michael in an upcoming short film ‘A Killing Conscience.’ ABOUT THE ROLE: Michael is a relatively young, but skilled hitman who has been killing for 5 years. He’s focused, and confident, but has recently… Read more »

Seeking CREW/CAST for a student independent feature film project. This is for experience, meals, and credit only. If interested, PLEASE send a resume and brief cover letter to [email protected] for the following cast/crew roles: -Lead, “Petite” Actress, comic-timing a plus, female or non-binary, all ethnicities welcome to apply, 18-24 to play 18. Include a headshot.… Read more »

CASTING CALL 4 actors (3 adults and 1 child) needed for proof-of-concept pitch trailer shoot in Richmond, VA and Williamsburg, VA. 2-day shoot, dates not set but aiming for mid August. $100/day. Project “Dark Enough To See The Stars” Feature film based on the novel by Connie Lapallo and the true story of Joan Peirce’s… Read more »

**Film/production companies, sole proprietors, and independent contractors in the industry that meet additional listed criteria can qualify for this program. Please see below.** Governor Ralph Northam today announced $70 million for small businesses and nonprofit organizations whose normal operations were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will be made available through Rebuild VA, a… Read more »

Seeking African American Woman (35-45) to play the lead in a powerful monologue scene. INFO ABOUT THE ROLE Being black in America has never been an easy task. This short scene seeks to explore the frustration and emotions of an unapologetically strong black woman living in a land where she doesn’t feel welcome or safe. This… Read more »

Groundworks Companies is shooting a TV Commercial. PAID. Actors Needed: Male mid 30s to mid 40s. Male Mid 30’s Female Mid 30’s Baby, from 3 months to 1 year old. Male late 60s Female late 60’s Concept: A man, a young couple with their baby and an older couple are at their home worried because… Read more »

Liberty University Student Film: Casting Call for white male age 40-60 to play Dr. James Franklin in a sci-fi drama set in the 1950s ABOUT THE ROLE Doctor James Franklin is a brilliant but eccentric scientist working for a secret government organization studying alien life. A timid man at heart, he is supported by his… Read more »

Music video for artist Islam Rap God song “Pig”. We need several roles to be cast. Police Officers, Girlfriend. friend and extras Needed: State Troopers – 2 White Adult Males, Age doesn’t matter, 2hrs of work $25 an hr. City Police Officers – 3 Black Adult Males, Age doesn’t matter, 2hrs of work $25 an… Read more »

LYNCHBURG – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM – TENTATIVE DATES, SEPT 29 – OCT 6 – PAID Description: “Perfect Harmony” – a perfectionist composer wars against her relentless inner critic to write the perfect piece. Seeking composer: needs to be knowledgeable in classical music. Lead Roles: 1. Female, 20’s [Actress will play two roles].… Read more »

STUDENT FILM CASTING CALL-African American Woman mid-20s Seeking African American Woman  to play Vivian in sci-fi drama set in the 1950s. INFO ABOUT THE ROLE Vivian is a confident, kindhearted, and intelligent lab assistant working under Dr. James Franklin for a secret government organization studying alien activity. Her relationship with her mentor Dr. Franklin is… Read more »

Currently casting for student short film: Lynchburg, VA TENTATIVE DATES: Oct 27-Nov 5 LEAD ROLE: Asian Female, age 23-29 (preferably Japanese) SUPPORTING ROLE: Asian Female, age 50-70 (preferably Japanese) SUPPORTING ROLE: Male, age 23-29 SUPPORTING ROLE: Male, age 40-50 If interested, please email [email protected] to set up an audition. If possible, please include a headshot,… Read more »

Dear Friends, As communities begin moving toward measured economic re-opening, please stay tuned for updates and links to best practices and suggested guidelines.  Our goal will always be to ensure the safest return to the work we know and love. At this time we ask that everyone adhere to all health and safety practices recommended… Read more »

VIRGINIA PRODUCTION ALLIANCE COVID-19: Relief Options for Small Businesses and Freelancers (LIVE Webinar)  FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2020 — 12 PM (NOON) LOCATION:  ZOOM WEBINAR This live, 1-hour session will be presented by Timm Johnson, Director of the George Mason University Small Business Development Center. He will share valuable information on relief options and resources available to business owners impacted by COVID-19.  As director of… Read more »

The Virginia Production Alliance is well aware of the situation that the coronavirus has brought to our livelihoods. We have collected resources from our allies at the Virginia Film Office, IATSE, SAG-AFTRA, Virginia Chamber, and Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association that may help you through this time. Unemployment Filing information: An unemployment insurance claim is filed against the state or… Read more »

Dear Friends, As we know, our industry is made up largely of smaller companies and both creative and technical freelancers, making it very fragile in this public health crisis. This necessary lockdown has resulted in the cancellation of production activity across Virginia. This unprecedented time in history will test us all; financially, emotionally and socially.… Read more »

Casting call for non-union historic reenactment roles to be filmed in the Richmond and DC areas March 30th, April 3rd, and April 7th. Roles are part of a historic documentary on woman’s suffrage that will air on PBS later this year. Auditions will be held in Richmond on Tuesday, March 17th. Rate: $250/day Roles: ORA:… Read more »

INDEPENDENT STUDENT SHORT FILM SEEKING YOUNG ACTRESS – Looking for an actress that fits a 10-12 year old description and is comfortable with FX Makeup and anatomical props. There are no lines, but entirely emoting and facial expressions. SHOOT DATE: 3/21/20 LOCATION: Manchester, VA SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Email [email protected] with the subject line “Vulture Casting”. Please… Read more »

Casting call for non-union historic reenactment roles to be filmed in the Richmond and DC areas March 30th, April 3rd, and April 7th. Roles are part of a historic documentary on woman’s suffrage that will air on PBS later this year. Auditions will be held in Richmond on Tuesday, March 17th. Rate: $250/day Roles: ORA:… Read more »

NORTHERN VIRGINIA SHORT FILM – SEEKING 7 ACTORS – APRIL 10-12 – PAID SAG-AFTRA Short Film “Tyndall Typewriters” seeking 7 Actors – $125/day Producer/Writer/Director: Theodore A. Adams III Producer: Victoria Chang Director of Photography: Kunitaro Ohi Line Producer: Elizabeth Martins Casting Associate: Cailynn Birts Shoot Dates: April 10 – 12, 2020 Shoot Location: Fairfax, Virginia… Read more »

arvold.casting is seeking actors in the MidAtlantic and Southeast regions for a streaming episodic series casting in Richmond VA. Those with and without experience are encouraged to submit! Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions: https://arvold.com/casting-call/streaming-episodic-series-106/