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Richmond – Casting for Shadows of History TV Series – May 14-17 and May 20,21 – paid

SHADOWS OF HISTORY CASTING! NOTE – Principal Roles DO require video/self tape/demo! Please be sure you are available on the shoot dates before submitting! We anticipate filming in Richmond and surrounding areas! Upcoming talent needs for our project! *SHOOT DATES: May 14 & 15* – JACK STONE – Caucasian male – Early 60s, gruff exterior,… Read more »

Richmond, Virginia – Actor needed for feature film – Summer 2019 – PAID

Ramer Productions is searching for a male actor for the Lead Role in a Feature production to be shot this summer in and around Richmond. Must play under 30. To book an audition please submit recent head shot or photo to: [email protected] _______________________________________________________

Richmond/Atlanta/Charlottesville – arvold. hiring assistants – ASAP – paid

arvold. is looking for extraordinary, creative, and goal-oriented assistants to join our team. The ideal candidates possess an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in a collaborative environment. If you are a super smart, detail oriented, tech-savvy individual with a passion for education or casting, take a look at our current available career opportunities!   Thank you!… Read more »

Norfolk, Virginia – Adjuncts needed at ODU – Fall 2019 – PAID

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is looking for adjuncts to teach the production-focused course “Introduction to Filmmaking” beginning this Fall.   This course covers the basic skills utilized in camerawork, lighting, sound recording, and video editing as students create a documentary and a narrative film over the course of a semester.   Ideal candidates… Read more »

Remote – Seeking Freelance AE motion designer – ASAP – paid

ThunderShot Studios is seeking an experienced freelance After Effects animator to work on a 20-second title sequence. We’re ready to start on the project and are hoping to find someone who can take this on very soon. Please send rates and a link to your reel to [email protected] . Thanks!

Charlottesville, Virginia – Models needed for still shoot – Late May/Early June – PAID

They are casting a still shoot for the University of Virginia seeking the following talent:   approx. 73 year old African-American Female approx. 63 year old African-American Female approx. 47 year old African-American Female Photo sessions are 1/2 day, pay $150 per session plus travel to non-local talent.   Please send a headshot and any… Read more »

Lynchburg, VA – Casting for Student Film – 09/16-09/26 – UNPAID

  They are doing a student thesis film this fall called The Zombies Are Coming. This is a comedy/horror about 4 heroes who must survive monsters by working together and creating crazy ways to defeat the zombies, vampires, and steampunkians. They are looking for 4 main characters 1. Julia Wolf, Native American Woman, age 30-45,… Read more »

Lynchburg, Virginia – Seeking actors for student film – 16/09/19-26/09/19 – UNPAID

She is doing a student thesis film this fall called The Zombies Are Coming. This is a comedy/horror about 4 heroes who must survive monsters by working together and creating crazy ways to defeat the zombies, vampires, and steampunkians. She is looking for 4 main characters 1. Julia Wolf, Native American Woman, age 30-45, strong… Read more »

Shenandoah COunty -Seeking Cinematographer and Editor – Aug 24-25 – Paid

Contact: Keith Oxenrider [email protected]   I’m looking for a cinematographer and an editor for a short I will be filming end of August (8/24-8/25). I can only offer $500 each at this time, but the goal of the short is to act as advertising to fund a feature and my expectation is you would work… Read more »

Richmond – Panel discussion on permits & insurance – May 28 – Free/$5

  VPA Richmond Presents Permits & Insurance: What Filmmakers Need to Know   Panel Speakers: Lori Russell, Locations Manager, Virginia Film Office Jason Priest, VP & Producer Virginia Commonwealth Corporation Lisa Giles, Producer, 48 Hour Film Project   Date and Time: Tuesday, May 28 6:30 PM Networking 7:00 PM Panel   Location: Mobelux 1635 West… Read more »

Richmond – Shadows of History – May 14, 15, 21 – Paid

SHADOWS OF HISTORY TV SERIES IS SEEKING TALENT FOR THE FOLLOWING (NOTE – 2 Separate episodes and shoot dates):   ROLE: SULTRY BLONDE: late 20s Southern Belle; beautiful and knows it; classy but randy. Non-speaking Shoot date: 5/14 Location: Richmond or surrounding area Rate $100   ROLE: ATLANTA COP: 40ish, dark hair with dark beard.… Read more »

DC – Casting for industrial shoot – May 29 – Paid

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for extras for a non-union industrial shooting in Washington, DC on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 with a call time of approximately 1 pm. We are looking for the following type:   EXTRAS – Male and female, 30s-70s, any ethnicity. Talent will be audience members listening to a presentation. No experience is required.  … Read more »

Statewide – Submit to Roanoke’s Bike Shorts Film Festival – Sept 16 deadline – FREE

RIDE Solutions is now accepting submissions for the 2019 Bike Shorts Film Festival!  This year, we have decided to open the submissions period in May to celebrate National Bike Month, and screen the festival at the end of September.  We hope the additional time and better weather over the spring, summer, and fall will provide… Read more »

Charlottesville – Teaching Artists Part time position – June 10-14 – Paid

Charlottesville Filmmaking Nonprofit Light House Studio is looking for Teaching Artists for the following workshops:   June 10 – 14 MovieMakers: Epic Adventure Filmmaking 1   Applicant should have:   Professional experience in video/film production including specialization in one or more of the following (documentary, animation and narrative filmmaking). Teaching experience is preferred, but a desire to… Read more »

Richmond – Acting House Workshop – May 18 & 19 – fee

If you’re looking to get into acting, building your skills or tape for your reel? Then this workshop is for you.  From Script To Screen a powerful workshop in the Virginia area. Hosted by professionals and working actors in the business. For more information log on to www.dipglobalmedia.com   Acting House Workshops from Script To… Read more »

Virginia Screenwriting Competition Accepting Submissions

VIRGINIA FILM OFFICE ANNOUNCES  31st ANNUAL VIRGINIA SCREENWRITING COMPETITION The Virginia Film Office’s  2019 Virginia Screenwriting Competition is now open for submissions.  The film office established the competition, now in its 31st year, to provide Virginia screenwriters with a forum for their work and an opportunity to present their scripts to professionals in the motion… Read more »

Statewide – Submit your Feature script to the 48Hr Film Project – June 15 deadline – $15

Calling all writers!   The 48 Hour Film Project, in partnership with the award-winning Dutch production company NOBS, announces its inaugural Feature Script Project! Veteran 48HFP filmmakers and writers are invited to submit their original scripts for a chance to have it developed for production!   Here are the highlights:   Contest is open to… Read more »

Statewide – Poe Film Festival Discounted Submissions – June 15 – FEE

Virginia Filmmakers who submit feature films, documentaries, or short films to the 2019 Poe Film Festival Pro Film Awards through FilmFreeway can enjoy a 50% discount on submission fees through June 15.  We’re looking for outstanding storytelling films in all genres. Submit at https://filmfreeway.com/PoeFilmFestival  using the discount code: VAFILM2019 Now in its third year, the Poe… Read more »

DC – Seeking extras for photoshoot – May 10 – Paid

Looking for extras for an indoor and outdoor casual lifestyle photo shoot, showcasing the diversity in the DC metro area. Casting extras in four age ranges: ROLE 1: DC PERSON, AGE 18-­28 18 to 28 years old, all ethnicities male or female. Just strolling along enjoying spring in downtown DC. We will rely on extras… Read more »

Richmond – Seeking talent for SAG shoot – May 5, deadline April 25 – Paid

SEEKING TALENT FOR SAG SHOOT – RICHMOND   Our client for an upcoming shoot in Richmond seeks the following talent for their production:   LEAD 1 – Hacker – Caucasian Male – 30-35 – sinister appearance (self-tape required for consideration)   LEAD 2 – AR – African American Male, early 30s (self-tape required for consideration… Read more »

Richmond-Casting Call-May 3-Paid

SEEKING TALENT FOR SAG SHOOT-RICHMOND LEAD 1 – Hacker – Caucasian Male – 30-35 – sinister appearance (self-tape required for consideration) LEAD 2 – AR – African American Male, early 30s (self-tape required for consideration BACKGROUND – Office employees, all gender/ethnicity, 28-42, aspirational appearance For lead roles, SELF TAPES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN 5… Read more »

New River Valley – Casting for TV Commercial – Early May – Paid

Looking for a paid talent M or F age 18-24 for a commercial project in New River Valley. Filming will probably be done in Blacksburg or Radford and in early May. Non speaking lead role, pays $100 + $50 for travel expenses (total buy out of rights) will be done in one 8 hour day… Read more »

Statewide – Roy Dean film grant – April 30 deadline – fee

The Roy W. Dean Film Grants funds independent feature films, documentaries, web series, and short films with budgets of $500,000 or less that are unique and make a contribution to society that, without its help, might otherwise never get made. More information available here: https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/ Upcoming deadlines: SPRING Grant Deadline – April 30th SUMMER Grant Deadline –… Read more »

Richmond – Casting for feature film – June tbd – Paid

A feature film shooting in June needs two local actors with STRONG ACTING SKILLS and the ability to comfortably touch their toes from a standing position.   Sam- Male, 20’s, eager yoga student looking to exploit yoga for business purposes. Barb- Female, 30’s to 40’s, part-time yoga instructor who is struggling to find her purpose.… Read more »