Virginia Production Alliance NoVa District presents: Smashing, Crashing, Flames and Falls: Making Stunts Work When 6 Sep 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location 9425 Mathy Drive Suite B Fairfax, VA 22031 To register for this event, click this link: https://virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-6295552 Stunts have a huge visual impact, pumping up production value in a visceral, human… Read more »

Women in Film and Video Zoom presentation: Understanding where your script figures into the acquisition and distribution landscape is critical whether you want to sell your script or produce it yourself.  Mark Maxey (Rolling Pictures) and Mark Ricche (Cryptic Pictures) will share their expertise about getting films into the marketplace. This workshop is a public part of the Narrative Script… 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 »

Women in Film and Video Workshop Every grant maker is going to ask you who your audience is before they decide to support your work.  “Everyone” is an answer that won’t convince anyone.  This workshop will help you identify partnerships, audiences, and even film festivals that can be cultivated to support your film.  If you… Read more »

Women in Film and Video present Pitching Mater Class Join Marilyn Atlas and Laurie Scheer to learn how to make a masterful pitch of your film or series.  The presenters bring years of experience from both sides of the desk that will be shared in this program.  Our goal is to give you the confidence… Read more »

Self-Tape Audition class with Final Act Drama 🎬 Hey, actors! Ready to turn your next self-tape into a booking magnet? Join us at the next Actor Insiders Group meeting online over Zoom, where we’ll dive deep into the art of creating professional-grade self-tape auditions! From lighting and sound to camera angles and performance tips, we’ve… Read more »

DC.Camera’s first demo/workshop of the year is official and on the books! Next Wednesday, February 19th from 5-7PM, we will be hosting our friends from Serious Grip and Electric to demonstrate/show-off one of their Fisher Dollies from their fleet! We know many of our jobs require these types of dollies on set so we figured… Read more »

Cadence Pipeline New Works Fellowship Program Cadence is excited to announce the Cadence Pipeline Retreat, a special opportunity for playwrights and screenwriters to immerse themselves in a 3 ½-day retreat in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This retreat will offer a creative space for writers to work on specific developmental goals and sections… Read more »

Applications are now being accepted from WIFV members seeking to be paired with an industry professional. You can apply to be paired with a mentor for a specific project or for general career mentorship. Whether you’re an emerging filmmaker or an experienced professional pivoting to a new area of focus, everyone can benefit through meaningful… Read more »

Earn a Certificate in Screenwriting from Georgetown University This 12-week program covers all the essentials needed to write marketable screenplays/teleplays for film, television, and the web. Classes meet virtually in the evenings, twice weekly, for 1.5 hours each. Our program is open to all. Classes begin on February 11. Go to the website below for more information. Website… Read more »

Children’s Advocacy Centers of Virginia is holding a ChildFirst forensic interview training in Richmond in September.  We are looking for adult actors to portray children who will then be interviewed by our students (they are CPS, Law Enforcement, and Prosecutors). Hours would be Thursday, Sept. 12 from 12-5 and Friday, Sept. 13 from 7:45-12.  Actors will… Read more »

Georgetown University’s Certificate in Screenwriting introduces students to the fundamental skills, theory, and business of screenwriting today, preparing them for careers in mainstream and independent film, television, scripted online entertainment, film exhibition, and literary/artistic representation. Our program is designed for lay enthusiasts, fiction and nonfiction writers of all genres, and filmmakers seeking to enhance their… Read more »

A virtual event, Women in Film & Video’s “NSDF: Casting Your Film” workshop will take place on July 11, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 p.m., with registration available at $15 for WIFV members & students and $30 for the public. You’ve got the script, now you need the actors!  In this workshop, Anne Chapman will share how to… Read more »

Fashion Photography: Vision & Justice A week-long camp for high schoolers geared toward showing students how fashion photography can be used to engage in the global dialogue surrounding activism, representation, and cultural storytelling.  Led by Fashion Photographer LA Ricks and Stylist / OA Creative Arts & Culture Coordinator, Jon Cope.  Only 4 slots remain open. FOR: High… Read more »

ABOUT LIGHT HOUSE STUDIO We are a fantastic creative team committed to making Charlottesville a better place for all our citizens! Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through filmmaking. Located on Charlottesville’s bustling downtown mall in the historic Vinegar Hill Theatre, our staff… Read more »

Virginia Production Alliance Our next event in NOVA District is coming up and you do not want to miss it! Lighting Showcase and Networking Event by Barbizon When: May 30th – 6:30 PM Where: Barbizon – 6437G General Green Way, Alexandria, VA 22312 To register, visit this link: https://virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-5723679 Join us for an illuminating evening… Read more »

Attention Richmond-Area Filmmakers! Get ready to ignite your creativity, because the highly-anticipated Richmond 48 Hour Film Project is back this summer! Registration opens Monday, May 6, so mark your calendars, and seize the opportunity to secure the best price and a head start on the competition during our Early Bird period! Kick off the Project… Read more »

The Virginia Production Alliance – Richmond District Registration is open for our next Richmond district event – grab your ticket and invite your friends to this great panel event! Cinematic Mastery – Winning Editors 48 Hours Panel Event When: April 23rd 5:45pm – Networking 6:00pm – Panel Event Where: Visual Arts Center – 1812 W… Read more »

Join Marilyn Atlas and Laurie Scheer to learn how to make a masterful pitch for your film or series. The presenters bring years of experience from both sides of the desk that will be shared in this program.  Our goal is to give you the confidence and information you need to sell your ideas to… Read more »

Women in Film & Video (WIFV) is inaugurating a Documentary Development Fellowship program, exclusively available to members of WIFV and members of Filmmakers with Disabilities-Documentary (FWD-DOC). This program will give documentary filmmakers a safe space to learn about the ecosystem for indie docs during a six-month program of 3-4 workshops/month to support Fellows in taking… Read more »

The Cheryl Felicia Rhoads Northern Virginia Acting School Actors Portray Famous People From History! www.cherylrhoads.com ALL AGES – KIDS (10 Up),TEENS, and ADULTS! Begins Sunday April 7th – 3pm to 5pm *NO CLASS SUNDAY May 26th, MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND *FINAL CLASS FILMING SUNDAY June 9th – Noon thru 6pm This character filming class taught in… Read more »

Discover Your Voice Elevate Your Artistry in Our Immersive Voiceover Seminar with Rob Scoggins, Jr. and Red Amp Audio New Voice Acting Workshop from Cadence! In the arts and entertainment industries, your voice is a valuable tool, resonating through animation, film, TV, games, and ads. Our immersive class includes training with Rob Scoggins, Jr., a… Read more »

Ask an Entertainment Lawyer: An Evening with Kirk Schroder (In-Person) When 15 Feb 2024 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Location ThunderShot Studios: 9425 Mathy Drive Suite B Fairfax, VA 22031 To register, visit this link: https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-5482279 We have another fantastic event coming up in February! Registration is required in advance of the event. We will… Read more »

Cadence announces in-person intensive with Award-winning casting director and educator, Erica Arvold, in downtown Richmond, VA! FROM THEATRE TO FILM Together, we’ll harness each individual’s theatrical craft and practice using tools and methodology to internalize authenticity for the screen as well as amplify their film/tv charisma. Sunday, February 25th from 3-6p RPAA inside the Dominion… Read more »