The Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant deadline is fast approaching—April 29, 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for short film creators to receive funding and professional support to bring their vision to life. Offered by the top-rated nonprofit From the Heart Productions, this grant provides $3,000 in cash and thousands more in industry services to support independent… Read more »

The Richmond Film Network Screenwriting Showdown offers writers the opportunity to win cash and prizes! Whether you’re an established storyteller or an emerging voice, this is your chance to stand out and contribute to the future of independent film. Fees and Deadlines ·  Early Bird – $35, deadline May 1, 2025 ·  Regular – $45, deadline June… Read more »

CASTING CALL – FEATURE FILM Title: The 8 God: For the Love of Hip-Hop Production Company: Visions Filmworks Type: Independent, Non-Union, Paid (Post-Completion) Location: Richmond, VA Shoot Dates: June 7th, 21st & July 5th, 19th SYNOPSIS: A romance drama set in the gritty underground world of hip-hop. When an emcee and a studio owner cross… Read more »

Female – 30 to 40-ish – Looking for any ethnicity for a 2 day shoot on a short film shooting in Bedford, Va. We’d prefer someone close to Bedford if possible (i.e. Lynchburg, Roanoke, etc.) Non Union is okay. NO Nudity. $150 per day Dramedy. Synopsis: A man kidnaps the daughter of a wealthy business… Read more »

Fill out the form below if interested. “When a melancholy Painter and a fearful doomsday prepper face the end of the world, they must come to terms with their imminent demise” Rose 20-30s punk rock survivalist preparing for the worst while hiding her fears and guilt Adam 20-30s a grief-stricken painter drowning his sorrows in… Read more »

Seeking extras for a feature film. Shoots May 17-18, 24-25, 31st and June 1st, 7, and 8 in the Fredericksburg-Stafford-Woodbridge area. The extras will be paid $100 for about 3hrs. If interested, email Kendrick Keener at [email protected] Website: https://www.youtube.com/@SomeplaceintheMiddle2025   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to… Read more »

Casting call for gay male actors between the ages of 30-40 for a new short film titled ‘Confessions of A Closet King ‘. The shoot will only last for a day. Actors will get paid for their role. For more details or to apply, please email Thea Arnold at [email protected]   ***The Virginia Film Office… Read more »

Casting for VCUArts Student Thesis film “Palm Sunday” – Seeking Actors local to Richmond and/or Charles City County, Virginia. Shooting 1-2 days in Richmond, Charles City (role dependent). All roles paid. Storyline: A romantic drama that follows a reclusive housekeeper with an addiction to sugar. Through several failed attempts to earn extra money for a… Read more »

Hello Beautiful People, I am in preproduction for a film to begin shooting in May. I have filled all of the major roles except one which calls for a younger version of the lead. This role calls for a dark skinned black male between 7-12 years of age. outside of that, I need black extras… Read more »

Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at the Women in Film & Video Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event held in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Best Café.  Please RSVP here: https://www.wifv.org/calendar/#id=32095&cid=783&wid=401&type=Cal