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Statewide – Bethesda Film Festival accepting Submissions – Deadline Jan 6 – $1000 Honorarium

The Bethesda Film Fest is accepting submissions for the 8th annual festival in March 2020   Short (5-30 minute), documentary films by filmmakers from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. will be considered. Films must have been completed within the last two years. All topics are eligible. A film by a young filmmaker, under age 18,… Read more »

Northern VA – Seeking creative producer for film – Spring 2020 – Paid

Writer / director of a graduate thesis short film (fictional drama), is searching for an experienced producer to partner with. This is a PAID position. About the film: LOGLINE Faced with a controversial vote to change the racially charged name of a local high school, a black school board member must choose between advancing his… Read more »

Virginia-filmed “Santa Girl” premieres on Netflix – streaming now!

Virginia Film “Santa Girl” premieres on Netflix!   “Santa Girl” is now available on Netflix. The movie, which was co-created by Shenandoah University students and staff through a partnership with Capital Arts Entertainment, started streaming on Netflix on Nov. 1. The movie tells the story of how Santa Claus’ only daughter, Cassie Claus, goes off… Read more »

Richmond – Pocahontas Reframed Storytellers Film Festival – Nov 21-24 – Tickets available

The 3rd annual Pocahontas Reframed Storytellers Film Festival is happening this weekend! The festival will be held at the Byrd Theatre from Thursday to Sunday, Nov 21-24. Full Schedule of Events!   $20 Tickets can be purchased here, or at the ticket booth at the Byrd Theatre during the festival. This ticket gives access to all events… Read more »

Fairfax – Seeking Freelance Production Assistants – Nov 21 – Paid

PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS NEEDED THIS THURSDAY FOR THUNDERSHOT STUDIOS IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA (FAIRFAX, VA)   Must be willing to: Take lunch orders without errors Setup lunch buffets when needed Clean surfaces, restock items, and handle trash Must have a vehicle to run errands if needed   PLEASE RESPOND TO:  https://thundershotstudios.com/opportunities-at-thundershot-studios/   IMPORTANT: No calls or drop-ins.… Read more »

Richmond – Improv Comedy Classes – Jan 2020 – $50/month

  Entry-Level IMPROV COMEDY CLASS – Begins January, 2020 Hosted by Groove Cat Comedy More information: https://www.groovecatcomedy.com/product-page/improv-comedy-class-sign-up-now-class-fills-fast Whether you are completely new to improv or you have improv experience & you are ready to take your improv skills to the next level with our TV shows, this class is for you…   WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?… Read more »

Richmond – Extras needed for industrial shoot – TBD – Paid

Our client is looking for extras for their upcoming video interview shoot in RICHMOND VA.  NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED so feel free to pass this along to others who you consider reliable and may be interested in this project.  NO repeat faces so each person can ONLY work 1 day on this project. Please contact [email protected] … Read more »

VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE ANNOUNCES 2019 VIRGINIA SCREENWRITING COMPETITION WINNERS

  VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE ANNOUNCES 2019 VIRGINIA SCREENWRITING COMPETITION WINNERS ~Winners are from Manassas, Charlottesville, and Sterling~   RICHMOND, VA — The Virginia Film Office has announced the three winners of the 2019 Virginia Screenwriting Competition, an annual event founded in 1989 as a way to promote Virginia’s in-state talent and give exposure to aspiring… Read more »

NOVA – SEEKING WEEDING VIDEO EDITOR – PAID

Editor must be local to Northern Virginia Client would like to sit in on the edit and choose clips Materials will come from several different sources (may not be professional video/photos) Client is unfamiliar with the editing process and will need guidance on the amount of time/cost to finish the edit   Please reach out… Read more »

Richmond – Seeking talent for music video – Nov 16-19 – Paid

Currently seeking talent for upcoming music video shoot for hip-hop artist Kaffi Blak in Richmond, VA. Pays $75/day. Specific roles include: Mob Boss (male, middle-aged, rugged) Bonnie (female, early-mid 20s, African-American) Additional roles needed that accept all ages and ethnicities. Website: www.outofsightcreative.com  Contact: Tyler Scheerschmidt, [email protected]  

Richmond – Social media and publicity intern – current – Paid

Belltower Pictures, a production company in Richmond, is seeking Social Media and Publicity interns for our documentary on the Richmond housing projects ( http://belltowerpictures.com/home-documentary/ ).  The documentary will air on VPM.   The Social Media Intern will: Assist with social media posts Identify materials that can be repurposed for social media Assist with filming, photography or sound… Read more »

Richmond – VA Lottery Commercial – Nov 20-22 – paid

arvold.casting is seeking actors in the MidAtlantic and Southeast regions for a commercial casting in Richmond VA. Those with and without experience are encouraged to submit! Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions: https://arvold.com/casting-call/virginia-lottery-commercial-e-games/

Richmond – casting Student short film – Dec 6-9 – paid

Compensation: ~$200 Looking for two actors in their 20’s, taking video auditions for a Student Short Film about a futuristic gay romance, gay actors preferred but not necessary. Looking for a Caucasian man and Latinx lead. Summary: A new technology has been on the market recently, a pair of glasses that can change how your… Read more »

Richmond – Hiring a Business Coordinator / Independent Contractor for the VPA – Submit by Dec 1 – Paid

The Virginia Production Alliance (VPA) has an opening for a part-time Business Coordinator.  The VPA is non-profit 501(c)6 corporation operating in Richmond that supports Virginia’s film, television and media production industry through advocacy, communication initiatives, networking and professional development. The Business Coordinator is responsible for the efficient and effective management of VPA by coordinating day-to-day… Read more »

Richmond – James River Film Society Film Showcase – Nov 8 – Tickets

JAMES RIVER FILM SOCIETY | SHORT FILM SHOWCASE   VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS This Fri, Nov 8 | 6:30–9 pm $8 (VMFA & JRFS members $5) https://vmfa.museum/programs/adults/films/   As the longest-running juried film competition in Virginia this event spotlights the year’s best short videos/films (20 minutes or less).  A special guest judge chooses the top… Read more »

Alexandria – Seeking camera person for livestream shoot – Nov 11 – Paid

Tudor Productions is live-streaming a dinner event Monday evening, November 11th. at the Hilton hotel Alexandria, VA. Basic camera experience needed. Need 1 local camera person for 3 Hours on location: 6:30PM to 9:30PM RATE: $150 Parking provided. Contact: Charles Tudor Cell: 757-286-4133 (Leave a message if I do not pick up.)

Richmond – Casting for streaming series – Fall 2019 – Spring 2020 – Paid

arvold.casting is seeking actors in the MidAtlantic and Southeast regions for a streaming episodic series casting in Richmond VA. Those with and without experience are encouraged to submit! Please see our casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvold.com/casting-call/streaming-episodic-series-2/

Richmond – Casting for VCU Cinema short – Nov 15-16 – Paid

RVA – Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts Cinema are seeking 2 actors for a short student film shooting November 15th, 16th & 17th – $125/shoot day Negative Space VCUarts Cinema Short Student Film Production Company: VCUarts Cinema Executive Producers: Danny Caporaletti, Yossera Bouchtia & Nikita Moyers Producer: Vanessa Moreno Herrera Directors: Alec Whoriskey, Destiny Fauntleroy… Read more »

richmond – “just a kid from fall river” premiere – nov. 7 – free

What: Richmond, VA, Premiere of “Just A Kid From Fall River” When/Where: Thursday, November 7, 2019 @ The Byrd Theatre *Doors open at 6:45pm, show starts at 7:15pm How: Free, but registration required   Come to the Richmond Premiere of the inspirational documentary “Just a Kid From Fall River” before it screens at the 40th… Read more »

richmond- seeking actors for internal corporate video shoot- dec 6 & 9 – paid

John Romeo & Associates seeks multiple actors for an upcoming internal corporate video shoot. We’re currently casting the following roles:   FLIGHT ATTENDANT 20-45, female, all ethnicities, with excellent comedic timing. Teleprompter experience a plus (but not required). Selected talent will be asked to submit a self-tape audition. $1,000/day. Scheduled to shoot on Monday, December 9.… Read more »

Purceville – Seeking actor for animated short – TBD – paid

Zimagery Studios, LLC  located in Purcellville, Virginia is seeking actor for an animated short.  1 scene, 1 1/2 pages of script.  1/2 day. ROLE:  Female, 30+, architect/engineer type in home based business, smart and confident. No wardrobe available, so please dress business casual and makeup similar. Glasses a plus. Please submit brief qualification letter with… Read more »

Statewide – Call for submissions: DC web fest – early bird deadline Nov 22 – fee

Submissions for the 8th Annual DC Web Fest are now open! We are calling all filmmakers, screenwriters, game/app developers, bloggers, and podcasters, to submit their work to the Eighth Annual DC Web and Digital Media Festival. This year, April 3rd – 4th, 2020, we are highlighting the best of digital media in a jam-packed weekend of screenings, showcases,… Read more »