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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 »

Williamsburg – Virginia Black Film Festival – Free Panel Tickets Available – Feb 19-22 – Paid/Free

**Free Virginia Black Film Festival panel tickets available!** The 3rd annual VA Black Film Festival will take place February 19-22 in beautiful Williamsburg. The event will have screenings, premieres, seminars, and panels, including tomorrow’s ‘Filming in Virginia – Old Dominion: New Vision’ featuring the Virginia Film Office’s own Andy Edmunds. The talk will take place… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for Student Project – March 20th-22nd – Unpaid

“Forgetting, and Other Deadly Weapons” is a student-produced narrative short film advocating for gun control through the lens of childhood innocence in literature. Logline: A young woman’s devastating discovery in a small-town school library leads her to explore literature and writing as an outlet for grief. Roles: Ana (female, early-mid 20s, any race): passionate writer,… Read more »

Charlottesville – Light House Studio Odds & Ends Film Festival – February 20-21 – Tickets

Light House Studio Presents: The 4th Annual Odds & Ends Film Festival CONTACT: Kristen Dillehunt, Light House Studio, (434) 293-6992, [email protected]. lighthousestudio.org/oddsandends   Charlottesville, VA, February 13, 2026 – Light House Studio is excited to announce that the Fourth Annual Odds & Ends Film Festival will be held February 20-21 at the Vinegar Hill Theatre, our… Read more »

Charlottesville – EQUESTRIAN/FIREARMS WORKSHOPS – FEBRUARY & MARCH 2026 – Registration Fee

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH WORKSHOPS!! EQUESTRIAN/FIREARMS WORKSHOPS FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH 2026!  CHARLOTTESVILLE VA! Choose from FEBRUARY 28 OR MARCH 21 –Basic (Beginning) Equestrian – 9 am (5 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 11 am –Advanced Equestrian – 12 noon (5 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 2 pm EXCITING NEWS! We… 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 »

Virginia Beach – VPA Hampton Roads Mixer – February 26th – Register

Join us for a fun and mixer event in Hampton Roads District! Members and guests are welcome to attend. We will provide food and drinks, come ready to network with the Virginia Production Alliance Hampton Roads District!   When: Feb 26th, 2026 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm   Where: Thin Line Brewing Company 1375 Oceana Blvd.… 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 »

New Castle – Cadence Theatre Pipeline writers retreat – March 26-29 – Tuition

Richmond’s Cadence Theatre is holding Pipeline 2026, their annual stage & screen writers retreat. This includes 6 professionals with workshops and one-on-one sessions covering writing & producing. Participants will explore how different environments can influence their stories—and how their inimitable vision brings them to life. In addition to generous independent writing time, the retreat features… Read more »

Richmond – VPA State of the Industry event re-scheduled – February 25th – Register

The Richmond District has rescheduled our State of the Industry event to February 25th. We look forward to seeing everyone at Hardywood on February 25th from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Registration is still open. Grab your spot, register here! When: February 25th – 6:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Hardywood Craft Brewery – 2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond,… Read more »

DMV – DC Independent film festival annual forum – February 11-16 – Tickets

The DC Independent Film Festival Annual Forum, taking place February 11–16, 2026, in Washington, DC at Regal Gallery Place, features 10 seminars and masterclasses focused on sound, filmmaking craft, emerging formats, and the business of independent film. Programming highlights include: Cinematic Worlds: Immersive Sound & Film, with industry leaders from ARTECHOUSE and OTT House Audio… Read more »

Virginia – Editor needed for short documentary – ASAP – Paid

Editor needed for short documentary, remote is ok, East Coast preferred. 20-30 minutes due by April 1, 2026. Compensation: $2,250 with co-producer credit. Looking for a creative partner to join the team! Interested? Email resume, reels, and contact number to [email protected] Website: www.ikamproductions.com   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it… Read more »

Charlottesville – Filmmaking lead & assistant teaching artists needed – Summer 2026 – Paid

LEAD & ASSISTANT TEACHING ARTISTS: SUMMER 2026 About Light House Studio Light House Studio equips young people with the skills and confidence to tell their stories and build community through collaborative filmmaking. We seek to foster a community where Charlottesville’s young people flourish as students, storytellers, and citizens. Light House Studio is looking for experienced… 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 »

Richmond – Full Time set designer/prop master needed for ampa events – ASAP – Paid

SET DESIGNER/PROP MASTER: THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION WITH AMPA EVENTS, AN EVENT DESIGN AND PRODUCTION COMPANY. MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE PORTFOLIO AND HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH RENDERINGS. Responsibilities: – Leads the props department in the design, construction, modification, acquisition of all props, and fabrications. – Create and manage props budgets, maintaining detailed records… Read more »

Richmond – ChinaFest Opening Celebration – February 6th – Free

We cordially invite you to the 2026 ChinaFest Opening Celebration at the University of Richmond, featuring: -A documentary film screening of Dora Fugh Lee: A Life in Art featuring the voice of Chinafest founder, Rose Chen -A conversation with the director, Samantha Cheng -A celebratory reception, catered by Peter Chang -The Irby B. Brown One Man… 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 »

Merrifield – VPA Camera Showcase with DC Camera – February 19th – Register

Virginia Production Alliance Event! Camera Showcase DC Camera – Merrifield, VA Calling all professional filmmakers, cinematographers, DPs, and corporate videographers in the DMV area! Join us for an exclusive hands-on event at DC Camera’s headquarters in Merrifield, VA. Dive deep into the world of high-end cinematography with expert-led demos on top-tier cameras from ARRI, Sony,… Read more »

Arlington – WIFV coffee event – January 29th – Register

Women in Film and Video coffee networking event! Looking forward to meeting up with filmmakers in the Clarendon/Arlington, VA area. This will be an in-person event organized by Sandra Brennan.  Register to let us know how many seats to save! Register at this link: Coffee in Arlington Convenient to Clarendon Metro Station.  On-street and garage… 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 »

Charlottesville – Equestrian & Firearms on set workshops – January 24th – Registration Fee

SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE IN THESE WORKSHOPS!! EQUESTRIAN/FIREARMS WORKSHOPS FOR JANUARY 2026!  CHARLOTTESVILLE VA! January 24, 2026: –Basic (Beginning) Equestrian – 9 am (3 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 11 am –Advanced Equestrian – 12 noon (3 riders MAX) –Firearms on Set – 2 pm EXCITING NEWS! We have several upcoming Workshop opportunities coming up… Read more »