The Richmond Film Network Indie Fest returns to The Park RVA (1407 Cummings Drive) on Saturday, November 15 for Season Two, Episode Four–marking its fourth and final festival planned for this year. This installment features 18 powerful short films, including 7 Virginia films, 6 national, and 5 international. Ten filmmakers are *scheduled to appear and participate in… Read more »

THE RICHMOND 48 HOUR HORROR FILM PROJECT SCARES THIS SUNDAY! This past weekend, 37 fearless filmmaking teams took on the ultimate creative challenge: to write, shoot, and edit a short horror film in just 48 hours. Armed only with a genre, a character, a prop, and a line of dialogue revealed just moments before the clock started… Read more »

Part 2 of this acclaimed master class offers a deep dive into the art and execution of professional directing, spanning narrative filmmaking, music videos, and commercials. Led by Emmy-winning director Jesse Vaughan, this advanced-level course is designed for filmmakers ready to refine their voice, lead larger productions, and step confidently into long-form storytelling. Whether you’re… Read more »

FREE TRAINING ALERT for Filmmakers & Storytellers! If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Is my story marketable?” “How do I actually get funding?” Then don’t miss these two powerful, no-cost sessions: Write to Market: How to Align Your Story with Your Target Audience 10/20/2025 (Mon.) Register Here: https://my.weezevent.com/write-to-market-how-to-align-your-story-with-your-target-audience   Unlock Funding for Your Film: Prove Traction… Read more »

AN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC VIDEO FAN COVER FOR THE SONG ELEVEN ELEVEN BY CONAN GRAY. Filming Dates: December 7, 2025 to December 20, 2025. Note: This is a low-budget student production, therefore is unpaid. SYNOPSIS: An unexpected romance blossoms when two college students, Aviva and Amaya, meet by chance in an elevator. What begins as a… Read more »

Light House Studio is excited to present the 21st Adrenaline Film Project!  The deadline for submissions is today!  October 14th, 2025. The Adrenaline Film Project is a 72-hour filmmaking competition in which teams compete for cash prizes by writing, shooting, editing, and screening their own 3-5 minute films with guidance from mentors from across the… Read more »

Submissions for the 32nd Annual James River Short Film Showcase are now open. We implore you to share your work with the world! 20mins Max, all genres accepted, $3000 in total prizes! Check out the details and submit your film via our FilmFreeway Page   James River Short Film Showcase is a mini-festival devoted to… Read more »

Actor Insiders Group – October Meeting How to Produce your First Independent Film and Star in it! Hosted by Final Act Drama When:  October 23, 2025 7pm EST Where: On-line over Zoom Register here: https://finalactdrama.com/actors-insiders-group/ We’re excited to welcome Producer and Veteran Actor Josh Murray as our guest speaker! Josh has successfully produced and starred in multiple… Read more »

Seeking several prop cars for a docuseries shoot in the Fredericksburg area. 10/26 – 10/28 – PAID Here is the list of vehicles needed: 1974 Red Volkswagen Super Beetle 1992 Green 4-Door Ford Taurus 1993 White Mercury Tracer Late 1980s – early 90s Black Nissan Pick Up Truck w/ chrome on the bumpers and wheels… Read more »

🎬 Mark your calendars — the Washington West Film Festival is coming to Reston, VA from October 9–13, 2025! Founded in 2011 by Brad Russell, WWFF brings together film and philanthropy, donating 100% of box office proceeds to support communities. Over five days, enjoy a lineup of narrative and documentary films — shorts, features, premieres,… Read more »

It’s almost time for one of Virginia’s most anticipated cinematic events: the Middleburg Film Festival! 🎬 October 16–19, 2025 Set against the picturesque backdrop of Virginia wine country, the Middleburg Film Festival offers a carefully curated selection of narrative and documentary films — many of which go on to become major award-season contenders. In addition… Read more »

You’re invited to meet & mingle & network at The Women in Film & Video RVA Happy Hour this Thu Oct 9th, 5-7 pm at VMFA’s Best Cafe on 1st floor, atrium entrance – BuyYOB All VA based filmmakers are welcome. Join WIFV today www.wifv.org/join WIFV’s RVA board members & hosts, Virginia Bertholet and Robin… Read more »

The Virginia Film Festival October 22nd – 26th Charlottesville, VA Tickets are now on sale! To see the full schedule and buy tickets, please visit: https://virginiafilmfestival.org/  

Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 5 Actors for a SAG NYU Grad Film Thesis 35mm short film shooting in Richmond, VA 11/5-11/9 $150-$300 TO BE VAGUELY ASIAN IN THE AMERICAN SOUTH NYU Grad Film Thesis Short Film SAG-AFTRA Student Film Agreement Producers: Charles Theobald & Tinbet Daniel Director: Kansas Ballesteros Screenwriter: Kansas Ballesteros Thesis Advisor:… Read more »

Music Video. Seeking (4) kids ages 10-13. Casting for two girls and two boys. It will be a coming of age story. Unique personalities, improv skills, acting experience or classes a huge plus. Storyline follows an adventure and explore themes like nostalgia and youth. Must be OK with getting dirty/ muddy. We will need a… Read more »

**RUSH CALL 9/27** **PAID POSITION** *VIRGINIA BEACH, VA** PIXIS DRONES IS LOOKING FOR MULTIPLE PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS TO ASSIST WITH DRONE LIGHT SHOW SETUP AND BREAKDOWN IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VA DATE: 9/27/25 CALL TIME: 12PM RATE: $25/hr 8 Hour Guarantee (potential for overtime) LOCATION: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA DINNER PROVIDED NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Please call or text… Read more »

Join film producers Mark Ricche (https://www.crypticpictures.com) and Alyscia Cunningham (https://herhousemedia.com) in this session on launching your own horror franchise. Discussion topics will include: building your team from scratch, the tricks of film production and mastering post from festivals to distribution. An “Ask the Filmmakers Anything” block will conclude the session. Wednesday, October 1, 6:30-8:00 pm… Read more »

Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 2 Actors for a 35 mm Non-Union Feature shooting in Greater Richmond, Virginia & Lexington, Virginia between October 8th-October 18th FAST Non-Union Feature Phantom Road LLC Producers: Phantom Road LLC, Brigit Tregenza, & Danny Caporaletti Director: Rob Tregenza Screenwriter: Rob Tregenza Casting Director: Anne N. Chapman Casting Associate: Carly Hough… Read more »

In less than three weeks, the Richmond 48 Hour HORROR Film Project kicks off, and we couldn’t be more excited about this annual filmmaking rite of passage taking place right here in RVA! Mark your calendars for October 10-12, when filmmakers from Richmond and beyond will race against the clock to create cinematic magic in just 48 hours! 32… Read more »

Looking for actors for an upcoming underground rap music video titled ‘Black Candle’. No experience is required. 9/23/25-10/8/25 Website: https://www.nofemalesallowed.com/ For more information and to apply, please email [email protected]   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to the participants interested in this opportunity to vet the project… Read more »

*Cool White Car* Low-budget indie feature Projected winter shoot, dates TBD. From writer/director Dominic Greco, Cool White Car is seeking a magical cast and crew.  Ideally a team of passionate misfits, freaks and geeks. Not seeking perfection, but people who love what they do and are longing for a chance at greatness. Not Hollywood greatness of… Read more »

Casting for Student Short Film “Book of Eve” 10/3 – 10/5  (Lead actor MUST be available all three days.)   Production Title: The Book of Eve Genre: Drama Director Marco Duran is now casting for a student short film production from George Mason University. The film will premiere at the 2025–2026 GMU Film Festival in… Read more »

DO NOT REWIND – CASTING BREAKDOWN Do Not Rewind is a non-union horror/thriller short film currently casting in Richmond, VA!   Content Warning: This project contains scenes depicting psychological trauma, stalking, gaslighting, body horror, self-harm, and graphic injury (including tooth extraction and finger mutilation). Actors should be comfortable portraying emotional distress and physical discomfort in… Read more »

We are casting for King Caliban, a poetic, stageplay-on-film adaptation inspired by Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Location: Virginia / Eastern Shore area Shoot: 10/31/25 – 11/7/2025 Compensation: $300 stipend for paid roles + meals provided + credit   Cast ROLES AVAILABLE: King Caliban (Paid) – Black male, 20s–40s. Brawny, powerful, vulnerable. Carries the weight of ancestry.… Read more »