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Fairfax – Reminder: VPA presents Ask an entertainment attorney event – February 15th – Register

Ask an Entertainment Lawyer: An Evening with Kirk Schroder (In-Person) When 15 Feb 2024 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Location ThunderShot Studios: 9425 Mathy Drive Suite B Fairfax, VA 22031 To register, visit this link: https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-5482279 We have another fantastic event coming up in February! Registration is required in advance of the event. We will… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student documentary – March 2024 – Unpaid

VCU STUDENT MEDIA PRODUCTION CAPSTONE PROJECT Are you ready to confront your fears and inspire others along the way? Be a part of the empowering journey of personal growth and triumph in the gripping documentary, titled “Courage Unveiled: Conquering Fears”. ABOUT THE PROJECT: “Courage Unveiled: Conquering Fears” follows individuals as they bravely confront and conquer… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for student short film – March 2024 – Unpaid

Richmond, VA – Casting Call for Short Narrative Film 3:00:00. Hello! VCUarts Photo/Film students are creating a seven minute narrative film. Here’s a brief description! BRIEF DESCRIPTION – “In ‘3:00:00,’ Adella Rankine, a vibrant newcomer, navigates the corporate landscape of ‘Welcome Home’ incorporation under the guidance of the charismatic yet disheveled supervisor, Andy Kipling. Against… Read more »

Richmond – Cadence theatre in person acting intensive – February 25th – Registration Fee

Cadence announces in-person intensive with Award-winning casting director and educator, Erica Arvold, in downtown Richmond, VA! FROM THEATRE TO FILM Together, we’ll harness each individual’s theatrical craft and practice using tools and methodology to internalize authenticity for the screen as well as amplify their film/tv charisma. Sunday, February 25th from 3-6p RPAA inside the Dominion… Read more »

Charlottesville – Indie Short Film Festival 3/22-3/24 – Open for Submissions Through 2/15 – Fees

The Indie Short Film Festival, a new film festival scheduled in Central Virginia, will take place on March 22-24, 2024 in the heart of downtown Charlottesville. The festival will include up to 100 international and domestic short films with Q&A after the screening blocks, screenwriting competition with table reads for the top screenplays, launch party… Read more »

Virginia – Roy W. Dean Grant accepting submissions – Spring 2024 – Application

The Roy W. Dean Grant is accepting submissions from indie filmmakers for its Spring 2024 Grant.  For over 30 years, the Roy W. Dean Grants have awarded funding and production services to independent filmmakers with unique films that make a contribution to society.  From the Heart Productions, the 501(c)3 non-profit sponsoring the grant, is proud to having helped… Read more »

Charlottesville – Lead & Assistant teaching artists needed – Summer 2024 – Paid

Lead & Assistant Teaching Artists: Summer 2024 Website: Careers — Light House Studio 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… Read more »

Fredericksburg – Casting call for short film – 1/23/24-2/3/24 – Paid

Contract: NON-UNION Rate: LEAD and SUPPORTING ROLES ($PAID, lodging, credit, and on-set meals). BACKGROUND ROLES(credit and on-set provisions) Shoot Location: Fredericksburg, VA The short film, Virginia is for Lovers (Directed by Rebekah Wiggins) is currently looking for Non-Union Performers who can portray the following roles: 1. NANCY COOKE: Quinn’s 75-year-old Mother who is struggling with… Read more »

Richmond – casting call for student short film – March 22nd-24th – Unpaid

Title: What’s Cooking Director: Colin Cannady University: Virginia Commonwealth University Project Type: Student Short Film Logline: Rigid suburban couple Barry and Susan find their taste buds (and manners) challenged when they attend a dinner hosted by an old friend who’s been living overseas. Casting Call: Barry Bushworth: Male, early 20s, open ethnicity. Husband to Susan… Read more »

Richmond, Virginia Makes MovieMaker Magazine’s Best Cities to Live and Work as a Filmmaker 2024 List

MovieMaker Magazine released their 2024 list of best cities to live and work as a moviemaker, and own Richmond, Virginia made the list. MovieMaker noted Richmond’s myriad of contemporary and historical locations, film-friendly environment, customizable incentives, and celebrated film festivals like the Virginia Film Festival within an hour’s drive. “[Virginia] goes above and beyond to… Read more »

Richmond – Casting call for short film – May 2024 – Paid

Wolfpack Films is casting for its eighth short film production, “UNTOUCHABLE”! This sports drama film, which is a proof of concept short for a feature of the same name, is set in the cutthroat world of competitive modern fencing and follows a young coach who battles to save her student’s soul from opponents on and… Read more »