Title: Black Synopsis: “Black” is about a young African-American male who recalls life lessons his father teaches him about what it means to be a black man in a society that stereotypes people according to their ethnic background. Shooting: 3/31/17-4/8/17 Roles: Jamal: Lead Character. Looking for an African-American male ranging from the ages of 18-24. Jamal… Read more »
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Virginia is for Film Lovers, and it is filled with educational and job opportunities for actors and crew members, screenings and film festivals, and film related events: networking and career development opportunities, seminars, classes, and workshops. The Virginia Film Office’s weekly update brings you a summary of the events of the week, don’t miss out! Monday… Read more »
VA Beach – Extras needed for student short film – Apr 2 – UNPAID
Title: The One Director: Tony Batchler Producers: Paris Boynes, Rafuel Jordan Description: Short Student Film (Regent University-School of Communication and the Arts) Unpaid & Non-Union Shooting Date: Sunday, April 2nd **must be available Sunday evening after 5pm** Synopsis: David was so sure that Tia was “the one” for him and when it doesn’t work out… Read more »
DC / Northern VA – CASTING NOTICE: Kroger Photo Shoot – Apr 12-13 – PAID
Arvold Casting is searching for adults and children of ALL ethnicities to appear in a photo shoot for Kroger’s Honoring Our Heroes Initiative. They are looking for models, actors, real people and real families with and without military experience. There are many roles to be filled! Please see the casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvoldcasting.com/casting-calls/kroger-photo-shoot/
Richmond – James River Film Festival – April 6-9 – Fee
The James River Film Festival returns April 6-9, 2017 for its 24th year. Since the start of the festival, it’s featured experimental, independent, avant-garde, foreign, cult, and classic art house films and has brought more than 130 nationally and internationally known filmmakers, musicians, critics, educators and artists to Richmond to present and discuss their work. Special… Read more »
DC – Professional Networking Using Social Media Workshop – April 5 – Fee
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 6:30 pm Interface Media Group, 1233 20th St., NW – take the red line to Dupont Circle and exit the south exit or parking on the street. Join WIFV-DC for the third and final program in our Career Building Series. This workshop will focus on Professional Networking Using Social Media… Read more »
VA/DC – Casting for “Loudoun’s Got Talent”, All Ages – Apr. 7 & 8 – Cash Prize
CASTING Loudoun’s Got Talent! by Moonlit Wings Productions This is OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS of the DMV (Virginia, Maryland and DC). Seeking performers ages 12 and up (kids and adults) of all backgrounds – actors, comedians, singers, dancers, magicians, poets, etc. for a special talent show and competition with cash prize in Ashburn, VA. Solo,… Read more »
Richmond – VCUarts Cinema Casting, seeking 4 actors for short film – April 7th, 8th & 9th- PAID
Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts Cinema seeking 4 actors for short film to be shot in Richmond, VA – April 7th, 8th & 9th, 2017 – PAID THE LAST VIDEO STORE Short Student Film Production Company: VCUarts Cinema Department, Virginia Commonwealth University Executive Producers: Rob Tregenza & Jai Jamison Producer: Clare Starrs Director: Jesse… Read more »
Williamsburg – Videographer Needed for Sports Events- Mar. 25 & Mar. 26- paid
Looking for a videographer with his/her own equipment, (camera requirement: HDMI or SDI port for live streaming) to shoot three games this weekend in Williamsburg, VA. Two on Saturday, one on Sunday. Please text or email for details and availability Nik Meinzer: email: [email protected] phone: 804.638.9519
DC – Echoes of Ji.hlava – March 27-30 – Free
The Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival (JIDFF) is a celebration of creative documentary film and the largest event of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe. The festival pays tribute to courage and risk. The Czech Embassy is collaborating with the festival to bring select films to Washington, DC through “Echoes of Ji.hlava”. Location: NYU… Read more »
DC – Czech That Film Festival – April 12-13 – FEE
Now in its sixth year, the Czech That Film Festival makes a stop in DC at the Avalon Theatre from April 12-13. The festival highlights top Czech films, bringing directors and actors to the US scene for lively discussions. In addition to the film screenings, special guest Czech director Radek Bajgar will present a Q&A… Read more »
Washington, VA – The Film Festival at Little Washington – April 7-9 – Fee
The Film Festival at Little Washington will once again acknowledge Virginia filmmakers with a special program highlighting their work and is about more than what happens on the screen. Here, they acknowledge the power of the movies to not only entertain but also to provoke, inspire, and enlighten. The art of filmmaking is the beginning of… Read more »
Richmond – Marketing, Distribution & Finance Symposium, May 6-7 – Fee
VFO, VPA, WFD & Belltower Pictures present: Marketing, Distribution & Finance Symposium, May 6-7, 2017 The purpose of the symposium is to bring together leading film industry experts to help filmmakers discover the most effective ways to finance, distribute and market their films, answering questions such as: What are the best ways to raise money… Read more »
RICHMOND – FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL – MAR 27-APR 2 – FEE
The French Film Festival returns to Richmond for the 29th year on March 27-April 2, continuing its tradition of showcasing the diversity of French Film. All films are presented by their directors and/or starring actors. A question-and-answer session with directors and actors follows each film. All movies have English subtitles, and discussions are in English or in… Read more »
VA Beach – Non-Union Crew Call for Student Film – March 31 – April 2 – Unpaid
Title: “DAVID” Genre: Drama Director: Sandra Demetrius Producer(s): Sandra Demetrius and Tony Holobyte Shooting Dates: March 31st – April 2nd A father with Alzheimer’s and his son meets for the first time after years apart. While they share a talent for music, their strained relationship is tested as they currently live in two separate realities.… Read more »
VA Beach – Casting Call for Student Film – March 23 & March 24 – Unpaid
Genre: Drama Director: Sandra Demetrius Producer(s): Sandra Demetrius and Tony Holobyte Audition Dates: March 23rd – 24th Time: 6pm – 8pm Shooting Dates: March 31st – April 2nd Auditions Location: Regent University Communication Building, room 105 (Located on the south side of the building, opposite of the satellites) Title: “DAVID” Synopsis: A father with Alzheimer’s… Read more »
DC – Women of Maidan Screenings – March 23 & March 28 – Free
Spurred by President Viktor Yanukovych’s abrupt decision in November 2013 to pull Ukraine away from an association agreement with the European Union, hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians came to the main square, or maidan. Their desire to be part of Europe was amplified by their frustration at widespread corruption that ultimately robbed citizens of their… Read more »
DC – Gertrude Bell: Letters from Baghdad Screening – March 25 – Free
The National Gallery of Art is hosting an Environmental Film Festival screening of GERTRUDE BELL: LETTERS FROM BAGHDAD on Saturday, March 25 at 3:00 pm in the East Building Auditorium. The screening is free and reservations are not required. Filmmakers will be there for Q&A. Introduced by Zeva Oelbaum and Sabine Krayenbühl One of the… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Notice – AMC’s Turn: Washington’s Spies EP. 408 – March 29 – April 7, 2017 – PAID
Arvold is seeking actors who look authentically from the Revolutionary War period for speaking roles in the fourth and final season of TURN: Washington’s Spies! Please see their casting notice for further details and submission instructions: http://arvoldcasting.com/casting-calls/amcs-turn-principal-roles-ep-408-adult-roles.
Richmond – Casting Call for Non-Union Student Film – March 24 – Paid
Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts Cinema seeking 4 actors for short film to be shot in Richmond, VA – April 7th, 8th & 9th, 2017 – PAID THE LAST VIDEO STORE Short Student Film Non-Union Production Company: VCUarts Cinema Department, Virginia Commonwealth University Executive Producers: Rob Tregenza & Jai Jamison Producer: Clare Starrs Director: Jesse… Read more »
DC AREA – Casting Hispanic male actor – Mar 30 – PAID
Casting a late 30’s – early 50 year old Hispanic male for a 1/2 day shoot on March 30th. It’s a lead/speaking role in the Washington DC area. If you are interested, please email your headshot/reel & contact information to Amanda Deprez at [email protected]. It’s a 4 hour shoot most likely in the afternoon. This is a… Read more »
Coming up this week
Virginia is for Film Lovers, and it is filled with educational and job opportunities for actors and crew members, screenings and film festivals, and film related events: networking and career development opportunities, seminars, classes, and workshops. The Virginia Film Office’s weekly update brings you a summary of the events of the week, don’t miss out! Tuesday… Read more »
DC Area – Casting Call for Non-Union Short Film – ASAP – Non-Paid
Project: ‘The Trying Times’ Short Film Project Date: May 6–7 Location: DC area Now casting featured role in ‘The Trying Times,’ an independent non-union short film. Kid 3 (dark-skinned African-American or African descent, male, 5–16): Son of the film’s lead characters, needed for scene in which the family takes a portrait. Compensation: Meals, credit and… Read more »
DC area – Carlyn Davis Casting Seeking Non-Union Talent – March 20 – Paid
Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for non-union talent to be a stand-in for a video filming in the Washington, DC area on the afternoon/evening of March 21, 2017. We are currently looking for the following type: Male, African American, mid to late 20s, approx. 6’4” & 209 lbs. For consideration or for more information please… Read more »