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Fairfax – NOVA District Holiday Party – December 11 – Registration

December 11th, 2025 6:30 p.m. Thundershot Studios REGISTER HERE Enjoy networking with friends in the film industry! Catch up with your fellow professionals at one of Northern Virginia’s best production venues, all dressed up for the holidays. We’re anticipating another blowout networking event with ThunderShot Studios located at 9425-B Mathy Drive in Fairfax, Virginia. We’ll… Read more »

Richmond – Virginia Production Alliance Holiday Party – December 9 – Registration

Join us for a fun and festive holiday celebration in the Richmond District! Members and guests are welcome to attend. We will provide food and drinks, wear your festive gear, and come ready to celebrate the Virginia Production Alliance Richmond District! Date: December 9th, 2025 Time: 6:00-8:00pm Location: Visual Arts Center of Richmond REGISTER HERE… 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 »

Northern Virginia – music composer needed for independent feature film – March 2026 – Paid

Cine30 Media is seeking an experienced music composer for the highly anticipated “The Exit Row II: Unraveled,” a drama/thriller feature film. The movie is a sequel to the award-winning drama/thriller “The Exit Row,” which was released in 2023 on Peacock, Amazon, Tubi, and more. For more information and to apply, please email [email protected] Website: Cine30Media… Read more »

Newport News & Hampton – Crew call for independent feature – May 2026 – Paid

CREW CALL – “SHATTERED TRUST” (Independent Feature Film) Production Company: KayP Unscripted Productions LLC Filming Location: Newport News / Hampton, VA Filming Dates: May 1–7, 2026 Pref Local Hires: Open to talent outside VA, but travel is not provided. ABOUT THE PROJECT Shattered Trust is a dramatic independent feature film written and directed by Khalilah… 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 »

Leesburg – Casting call for short film – 12/6/25 – Paid

We are casting White/Caucasian boys and girls ages 5–7 with acting experience for a short narrative film shooting in Northern Virginia on December 6th. Applicants should be confident on camera, able to take direction, and bring energy and expressiveness to their role. This scene is a one-day shoot, and a parent or guardian must be… Read more »

Suffolk – Casting call for student short film – 11/20-11/21 – Unpaid

Student Film Senior Project Short Film NON-UNION Producer: Madison Couch Director: Jared Robinson Casting Director(s): Jared Robinson, Madison Couch Shoot Date(s): November 20-21st, 2025 Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia (Filming in Suffolk) PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME & DEMO CLIP WITH EACH ACTOR SUBMISSION. If interested, please email [email protected] Family Friendly. No inappropriate language or situations. Actors are… Read more »

Richmond – WIFV Happy Hour – November 13th – RSVP

COME NETWORK before the holidays!! Prep for that project in the new year!! WIFV’s RVA Happy Hour, last one of the year! Thursday, November 13th, 5-7 pm. VA Museum of Fine Arts’ BEST CAFE. Atrium entrance – BuyYOB. RSVP: https://www.wifv.org/calendar/ Or just show up – All VA media makers welcome. Hosts: Va Bertholet & Robin… Read more »

Richmond – RFN Indie Fest: Negative Space – November 15th – Tickets

Join RFN Indie Fest for Negative Space, the opening screening block of the RFN Indie Fest, on Saturday, November 15 at 12:00 PM at The Park RVA. In art, negative space refers to what’s left unseen or unsaid—the quiet between shapes, the silence that defines the sound. In this collection of poetic, introspective films, that… Read more »

Arlington – Production Assistant Training – November 14th-16th – Fee & Registration

SCRIPTDC PRESENTS: Production Assistant Training (Friday 5:00-8:00 pm/All Day Saturday) Limited to 10 Participants Register Here: https://www.wifv.org/calendar/#id=32277&cid=783&wid=401&type=Cal GMU Mason Square Campus 3351 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22201 Start: Friday, November 14, 2025 End: Sunday, November 16, 2025 Time Zone: Eastern Time PART 1: “Before I Get to Set, What Do I Need to Know?” (Friday 5:00-8:00… Read more »

Charlottesville & Virtual – Adrenaline Film Project film screening – November 16th – Tickets

We invite you to purchase your tickets today for the Adrenaline Film Project Screening on Sunday, November 16th at 7:00pm at the Vinegar Hill Theatre. Go to this link for tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-adrenaline-film-project-the-screening-tickets-1954790132909?aff=oddtdtcreator Can’t make the in-person screening? You can purchase a ticket to watch virtually! Light House Studio is thrilled to announce that the 21st… Read more »

The Virginia Film Office announces “The Ice at the Bottom of the World” To film in Virginia

Virginia Film Office Announces “The Ice at the Bottom of the World” to Film in Virginia Richmond, VA – The Virginia Film Office announced today that The Ice at the Bottom of the World, the upcoming feature film based on Virginia author Mark Richard’s award-winning collection of short stories, has selected Virginia as its filming location.… Read more »

Richmond – Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival – November 20-23 – Tickets

The Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival honors the contributions of Native Americans and reinvigorates conversations about telling stories of indigenous life. See full schedule here – https://pocahontasreframed.com/2025-festival/ Get tickets here – https://pocahontasreframed.com/festival-tickets/ Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and Virginia Museum of History and Culture Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival is proud and excited to welcome Pura Fé and Cary Morin… Read more »

Alexandria – The Alexandria film festival starts tomorrow! – November 6-9 – Tickets

The 19th annual Alexandria Film Festival will take place November 6-9, 2025. Tickets, Film Guides and more can be found by visiting this link. The Alexandria Film Festival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, brings high-quality short and feature-length films, documentaries, filmmaker panels, and arts presentations to the port city of Alexandria, Virginia and beyond. The festival… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for independent feature film – 11/24-12/19 – Paid

The Cashier SAG Modified Low Budget Feature Daphne Maxwell Reid (GLENDA), is attached. Producers: Stephen Israel, James Spies & Andy Edmunds Director: Andy Edmunds Screenwriter: Andy Edmunds Casting Director: Anne N. Chapman Casting Associate: Carly Hough Casting Assistant: Ella Saba Audition Date: First round via self-taped auditions CB: TBD Shoot Dates: 11/24-12/19/2025 Shoot Location: Richmond,… Read more »

VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE ANNOUNCES 2025 VIRGINIA SCREENWRITING COMPETITION WINNERS

The Virginia Film Office announced the three winners of the 2025 Virginia Screenwriting Competition. The annual event, founded in 1989, was created by the Virginia Film Office to celebrate the accomplishments of Virginia writers, as well as to promote the future of filmmaking in Virginia.  It provides screenwriters with a forum for their work and an… Read more »

Timberville/Shenandoah – Crew call for short film – November 8th – Paid

We are looking for two additional crew members on set for our production. We are on a very tight budget, but lodging (shoot site) and food will be provided. We intend to submit widely to festivals that fit the scope of the project. Logline: a journalist seeks a cure from a couple of doctors, but… Read more »

Annandale – Casting call for student project – 10/26/25-1/1/26 – Unpaid

Casting Call for student project.  Volunteer and unpaid roles; great for experience and portfolio building. No experience requirements. Looking for Girls (7-16), Boys(8-20) , Men (25-50), Women (25-40), Elderly (F/M). Shooting will take place in Annandale, VA. If interested, please contact [email protected] Website: Home | Positive Phototaxis   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated… Read more »

Northern Virginia – Casting call for short film – December 2025 – Paid

CASTING CALL – SHORT FILM (INDEPENDENT) PRINCIPAL ROLES Lead (Adult Female): Late 20s to mid-30s. A caring, intuitive presence. Strong emotional range required. (middle eastern) Lead (Child Female): Age 7–9. Quietly observant, emotionally expressive without words. Prior on-camera experience preferred. SUPPORTING ADULT ROLES Parent (Male): Late 30s–early 40s Parent (Female): Late 30s–early 40s Teacher or… Read more »

Hampton Roads – Crew call for independent feature film – December 13th & 14th – Paid

About the Project DMS Studios is now assembling a dynamic production crew for the feature film adaptation of Spiritual Wickedness in High Places, a supernatural gospel comedy exploring faith, humor, and spiritual transformation through bold storytelling and unforgettable characters. Following the success of the original stage production, the film reunites the entire original cast, blending… Read more »

Reston – Casting call for promotional film – November 3rd – Paid

CASTING CALL – Promotional Film at Reston Town Center We are seeking actors and actresses for a one-day film shoot taking place at Reston Town Center on Monday, November 3rd. This promotional video will highlight life at Reston Town Center, following people as they live, work, and play throughout the area. Details: Date: Monday, November… Read more »

Richmond – Short film showcase – October 25th – Free

Join us for our first annual “Echoes in the Dark” Short Film Showcase—highlighting short films directed by Black filmmakers in the horror/thriller/science-fiction genre(s)! Trick-or-Treat yourself to films by directors Tom White, Ashley Broadway, Wesley Smith, Caitlin Whitaker, and Ashley Dean on Saturday, October 25th at The Byrd Theatre, Richmond, VA. Doors open at 12:30 PM.… Read more »