Always wanted to take part in the 48 Hour Film Project, but never have? Or you have, but want to hear how others do it? Join the Virginia Production Alliance for a discussion and to get answers to questions you’ve always had but were afraid to ask. This panel discussion will cover what the 48… Read more »

The PGA East National Capital Chapter invites you and a guest to… Department of Homeland Security: HOW DHS CAN WORK WITH YOU   Tuesday, May 15th 6:00 pm Networking & Reception with food & drinks 6:30pm Program Begins Interface Media Group 1233 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 rsvp to:  [email protected] Most of us have… Read more »

In this 4 hour intensive, they will cover the essentials of acting for the camera in a creative & supportive atmosphere; allowing actors to be vulnerable and take risks.  May 26th, 1pm-5pm $100   For Registration & More information about the Class:   CLICK HERE   All About Eva : Hailing from NYC, Eva now brings her experience… Read more »

On-Camera Acting Intensive  with Eva DeVirgilis Saturday May 26th, 1pm-5pm  $100  For the adult actor who is ready to break into the Film Industry With Film and TV acting opportunities exploding into the Mid-Atlantic Region, are you ready to book a Principal or Guest- Star role? To be competitive in this market an actor must… Read more »

SCREENWRITER’S ROUNDTABLE MEETING Monday, April 23, 2018 6:30 – 8:30 PM   Interface Media Group 1233 20th Street NW Washington, DC 20036   TOPIC: FINAL DRAFT Final Draft is the industry standard writing software for screenwriters. But did you know it can do more than just record your typing? Whether you are novice to writing screenplays… Read more »

Hiring directors/teaching artists for Moonlit Wings Productions award-winning Summer Performing Arts Camps in Fairfax County.   Please apply ASAP to be considered for paid full-time and part-time positions. Learn more at moonlitwings.org/single-post/hiringsummer2018.

FAIRFAX, VA CAPITAL FILM MARKET Attention all filmmakers, actors, producers, & industry professionals!!   The Capital Film Market, in conjunction with the Northern VA International Film Festival is proud to present an exclusive seminar &; discussion with Batman Executive Producer, Michael Uslan, Marc Clebanoff (Odyssey Motion Pictures), Jason Brubaker (Distribber), & Phil Gorn (Wonderphil Wntertainment) on April… Read more »

Save the Date – NOVA State of the Industry – May 22 The First Northern Virginia State of the Industry will be held at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center (3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030) from 6PM – 9PM. Organizations who wish to be an exhibitor can sign up by contacting 703-645-4044. (VPA sponsors will… Read more »

Sign up here as spots are filling quickly: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0f4faead29a6f94-equestrian7 Equestrian Training Back by Popular Demand – And client need! SEVERAL SESSIONS OFFERED! March 24th:  Options of 9am, 11:30am, or 2pm March 25th: Options of 1:30pm and 4pm April 7th: Options of 9am, 11:30am, or 2pm April 8th: Options of 1:30pm or 4pm Workshop is $200 total, with… Read more »

Casting Director Chad Darnell (Permanent, Imperium, Mercy Street) will be in Richmond, VA this weekend teaching a workshop. See details below. Sign up asap as space is limited.   TRADE SECRETS (The 2018 Check-Up) So you want to be a working actor? What are you doing right and more importantly… what are you doing WRONG? This two-day… Read more »

Date and Time: April 7 & 8, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: Workforce Development & Conference Center 1651 Parham Road, Richmond VA, 23228 Cost: $150, $75 for VPA members, students, and military Information and Registration: here Film Industry Training:  This two-day program is designed to provide beginning and advanced practical training for individuals seeking… Read more »

A local high school video/film department is looking for a speaker for their production class.  They are hoping to have someone in the industry to talk to the high school kids about what it’s like in the field, etc.  Unfortunately this is a volunteer job.  But it’s a wonderful chance to help educate up and… Read more »

WHEN: Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 6:30 pm WHERE: 1233 20th Street NW, Washington DC COST: $15 WIFV Members / $30 General Public Are you between jobs? Looking for something new? Would just like to update and perfect your resume? This Weds One kicks off WIFV’s three part series of career building workshops. Hear from industry… Read more »

FEE: $265 Two full days of instruction in edged weapons, unarmed, thrusting weapons, firearms, and action oriented filmmaking, S/FX, and editing Great facilities Lunch provided Weapons and Equipment provided Workshop T-Shirt included The staff for The Virginia Beach BASH Stage and Screen Combat Workshop 2018 (March 24 & 25) is set and do they have a… Read more »

Casting Call for short Student Film 14th & Grady 14th & Grady is a short film written, directed and produced by University of Virginia students. The film touches on race and the criminal justice system. They are looking for two African-American boys ages 7-11 as well as other children of all ethnicity to serve as… Read more »

Tuesday night, Feb 27th, is the annual State of the Industry sponsored by Virginia Production Alliance. The event will be held at Dupont Sustainable Solutions, 500 Studio Drive, Va Beach, 23452 Doors open at 6PM (check in starts at 5:30PM) and will roll on until 9PM. There will be food, music, Vendors and prizes. In… Read more »

Ages 7-14 put on two new shows, Pitch Perfect Jr. and Despicable You at Moonlit Wings Award-Winning ACTion! Spring Break Camps – plus acting games, improv, swim-time and more. NOW REGISTERING – limited space available. FEE: $255 for in county; $270 for out of county participants DATES: Meets 9am to 4pm- March 26-30, 2018 LOCATIONS: 3 available- Falls Church,… Read more »

Don’t miss your chance to meet Lesli Linka Glatter, director of the Showtime drama HOMELAND! On Saturaday, February 17 at 4:00pm, she will join WIFV and FAVS/George Mason to discuss her television/film career and what she sees as the future of storytelling. This is your opportunity to meet a ground-breaking director and ask her your… Read more »

Time: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Founders Hall (George Mason University) Room 134, 3351 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA Lesli Linka Glatter, director of the Showtime drama HOMELAND, will join WIFV and FAVS/George Mason on Saturday, February 17 at 4:00 pm to discuss her television/film career and what she sees as the future of storytelling.  Of… Read more »

Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Interface Media Group, 1233 20th Street NW, Washington D.C. How do you tell a story in just 90 seconds?  Join the Narrative Directors Roundtable and learn some tips and tricks from Zahra Shahhatami. William R. Coughlan will be screening three of his award-winning shorts and share his experiences in… Read more »

ACTORS (adults & kids) – Moonlit Wings is bringing you PILOT SEASON PREP with incredible VIP’s directly from NYC to DC on March 17, 2018 Meet two Award-winning NY Casting Directors Jen Rudin (former Disney casting executive & author of “Confessions of a Casting Director), Barry Shapiro (cast over 8500+ commercials) and prominent VA Talent… Read more »

The deadline to apply for the 2018 Docs In Progress Fellowship is midnight tonight (Tuesday, January 16). Now in its sixth year, this program provides up to ten documentary filmmakers from across the Washington DC/Baltimore Metro area a dedicated peer group and professional development opportunities, including a trip to the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival.… Read more »

Changing Behavior with Games Learn about historical and contemporary practices, the work coming out of the studio Lindsay directs, and the $350,000 / 3-year research in news and games the AU Game Lab produced. Professor Lindsay Grace will also talk about Cuba’s first independent game maker who won celebrity status in 2017 simply for being… Read more »

Tell Your Story to Virginia Lawmakers Every year we hold “Film Day” at the Virginia General Assembly building, but this year that structure is beginning a four-year renovation, and lawmakers’ offices have been moved to the Pocahontas Building, 900 East Main Street in Richmond. The temporary building isn’t large enough to accommodate public gatherings, so… Read more »